Nanofilms with one hydrophobic side and one hydrophilic side stay strong, even in salt solutions
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Bismuth Phosphors in Every Color
Making phosphors with bismuth instead of rare earth elements produces purer, brighter colors
Nanofiber Noses
Nanofiber composite films as effective room-temperature sensors for alkanes
2D Boron: Flat but Not Uninteresting
Boron monolayers could exhibit conventional superconductivity below 20 K
Impact Assessment, Simplified
A comparison of 135 environmental impact indicators reveals six that stand out
Mapping Chemical Neighborhoods
New classification system clearly delineates chemical bond types based on experimental data
Making Artificial Nano-Debris
Lab-made nanoparticles simulate real-life weathering and wear under controlled conditions
Hair Analysis Reveals Drug Use
External contamination or chronic drug abuse? Mass spectrometry can show the difference
Double Helixes Make Strong Scaffolds
DNA origami forms strong, lightweight trusses that could make scaffolding for nanoparticle arrays
Polymer Wash Keeps Nanoparticles Moving
Flooding oil reservoirs with a polymer solution prevents nanoparticle contrast agents from getting stuck on the rocks