All articles tagged with #nanoscale structures
Physicists have confirmed a quantum state predicted over 50 years ago by pairing electrons in an artificial atom on a superconductor, demonstrating the behavior of paired electrons and creating a basic version of superconductivity. This discovery has implications for advancing the understanding of superconductivity in nanoscale structures and its potential application in modern quantum computers.
Researchers at Vanderbilt University have developed an engineered nanostructured surface called a quasi-BIC dielectric metasurface, which can trap micro and sub-micron particles within seconds. This technology can enhance the transport of analytes to biosensing surfaces, detect aggregated particles or molecules, and boost detection sensitivity. The researchers believe this capability could be utilized for cancer detection and longitudinal patient treatment monitoring. This is the first experimental demonstration of using quasi-BIC for manipulating fluid flow and suspended particles.
A researcher at the University of Central Florida has developed an eco-friendly, lightweight, and long-lasting plasmonic paint inspired by butterflies. The paint uses nanoscale structural arrangements of colorless materials, such as aluminum and aluminum oxide, to produce colors, making it more environmentally friendly and energy-efficient than traditional pigment-based paint. The paint is also extremely lightweight, with a full coloration achieved at a thickness of only 150 nanometers, making it the lightest paint in the world. Future research will focus on scaling up production and exploring the paint’s energy-saving potential for commercial applications.