➀ Researchers from the University of Liverpool have developed a light-driven hybrid nanoreactor for sustainable hydrogen production; ➁ The nanoreactor combines biological and synthetic components to achieve high efficiency; ➂ The innovation could reduce reliance on expensive precious metals and has implications for biotechnological processes.

➀ This study investigates the effects of boron interlayers on the structural and electronic properties of gold films on Ir(111) substrates. ➁ The results reveal the formation of unique 2D nanostructures and indicate that boron enhances the stability and electronic properties of gold films. ➂ The findings suggest potential applications in catalysis and electronics.

➀ This article reviews advancements in nanotechnology, focusing on material encapsulation within nanotubes, highlighting the importance of understanding atomic and molecular interactions within nanotubes and their influence on the performance of the resulting nanostructures. ➁ The review discusses how confinement within nanotubes alters material properties and examines potential applications in electronics, energy storage, and drug delivery. ➂ It also addresses challenges such as achieving uniform material loading and preventing aggregation during encapsulation.

➀ Destination 2D, a Milpitas startup with Konstantin Novoselov as its chief scientist, has developed graphene interconnects for ICs using a CMOS process. ➁ The company's doped graphene sheets have current densities 100 times denser than copper. ➂ Destination 2D uses a pressure-assisted direct deposition technique and intercalation doping to achieve high current densities.

➀ A multidisciplinary approach to nanofluidics has been developed, enabling precise manipulation of nanoscale objects. ➁ This technology is overcoming previous limitations and opening new frontiers in science, engineering, and industry. ➂ The potential of nanofluidics for molecular robotics and its impact on fields like chemistry, biology, and information processing is discussed.

➀ TSMC's 2nm chip yields exceed expectations in trial runs; ➁ Mass production is scheduled for 2025; ➂ The 2nm node introduces nanosheet architecture, a first in the semiconductor industry.

➀ Researchers from City University of Hong Kong have observed a new vortex electric field with potential applications in enhancing future electronic, magnetic, and optical devices; ➁ The research, published in Science, could lead to improved memory stability and computing speed, as well as impact quantum computing, spintronics, and nanotechnology fields; ➂ The team developed an innovative ice-assisted transfer technique to create twisted bilayers with a wide range of twist angles, leading to the discovery of a 2D quasicrystal that may enhance various device capabilities.

➀ University of Bath physicists lead a team that has made a significant breakthrough in nanotechnology, enabling control over single-molecule chemical reactions. This has profound implications for fundamental scientific understanding and could transform the development of new medications. ➁ The research, published in Nature Communications, uses a scanning tunnelling microscope to control the probability of reaction outcomes by selectively manipulating charge states and resonances. ➂ The findings could lead to new frontiers in molecular manufacturing, with potential applications in medicine, clean energy, and beyond.

➀ BEP Surface Technologies accelerates its nanodiamond research and development with a key appointment; ➁ Dinesh Durgappa, a skilled chemical engineer, joins to lead advancements in nanodiamond applications; ➂ The technology aims to enhance wear resistance and corrosion protection in heavy machinery and other sectors.

➀ Researchers in Tokyo develop a hydrogen sensor capable of detecting concentrations as low as five parts per billion (ppb); ➁ The sensor relies on nano-patterned copper oxide (CuO) nanowires and titanium and platinum electrodes; ➂ The sensor demonstrates resilience to humidity and the ability to detect hydrogen at both ultra-low and high concentrations.

➀ Researchers have developed an ultra-sensitive infrared detector for molecular detection based on graphene and phonon polaritons. The device transforms infrared light into 'nanolight', enhancing the vibrational fingerprint signal. ➁ The novel technology offers potential for miniaturization and on-chip applications, including medical diagnostics and environmental monitoring. ➂ Room-temperature operation could enable integration into smartphones and wearable electronics, revolutionizing molecular identification.

➀ Researchers have developed a novel light-responsive azobenzene polymer for neuronal interfacing; ➁ The polymer films can conform to complex neuronal morphologies without affecting cell viability; ➂ The findings suggest potential for improved neuronal network studies and therapeutic applications.

➀ Researchers at KIT have studied the breakdown of steroid hormones in an electrochemical membrane reactor with a carbon nanotube membrane. ➁ The study finds that the adsorption of steroid hormones on carbon nanotubes does not limit their subsequent degradation. ➂ The research provides valuable insights for further development of electrochemical strategies to remove microcontaminants in water.

➀ A research team from Xi'an Jiaotong University has made significant advancements in nanotechnology; ➁ They developed a laser direct-writing system for creating nanostructures on Au film; ➂ The method is efficient and cost-effective, with potential applications in nanolithography and nanowelding.

➀ Researchers developed advanced wound dressing materials using electrospun fibers made from poly(ε-caprolactone) and poly(vinyl pyrrolidone) enhanced with a chitosan-based nanocomposite (ChAgG). ➁ The study assessed the mechanical properties, antimicrobial efficacy, and overall performance of the fibers, showing potential for clinical applications. ➂ The fibers demonstrated enhanced mechanical properties, thermal stability, and significant antimicrobial activity, making them suitable candidates for advanced wound dressing applications.

➀ Researchers at the University of Ottawa have developed a new contrast agent for IV-OCT, using gold superclusters (AuSC) to enhance imaging clarity. ➁ The team coated the AuSC with a special polymer for stability and targeted imaging. ➂ The new agent, AuSC@(13FS)2, binds to P-selectin and improves IV-OCT imaging, potentially leading to personalized heart disease treatments.

➀ The research introduces polymer-based nano-PROTACs to improve the delivery and efficacy of treatments for colorectal cancer; ➁ The study demonstrates the enhanced permeation and retention effect of PSRNs in tumor tissues, leading to increased therapeutic potential; ➂ In vivo studies show improved survival rates with PSRNs combined with immune checkpoint inhibitors.

➀ A research team from Tohoku University has achieved a significant breakthrough in carbon nanotube synthesis by developing a unique catalyst. This breakthrough addresses a challenge that has remained unresolved for over 30 years, paving the way for novel semiconductor devices. ➁ The catalyst, composed of nickel, tin, and iron, allows for the selective synthesis of carbon nanotubes with a (6,5) chirality, a property that has been difficult to control in the past. ➂ The team hopes these findings will lead to significant advancements in semiconductor device production and applications.

➀ Researchers have developed a novel azo-fluorescent switch for antifungal treatment, targeting Rhizoctonia solani. ➁ The system uses visible light to control the release of antifungal agents, offering improved efficacy and reduced side effects. ➂ The study demonstrates the potential for this technology in enhancing crop protection and managing fungal diseases.

➀ Researchers from Tongji University and Nanjing Medical University have developed a novel nanoparticle system targeting fat absorption in the small intestine to combat obesity; ➁ The system effectively reduces SOAT2 expression, thereby inhibiting fat absorption, and shows promising results in mouse models; ➂ The therapy is non-invasive, low-toxicity, and has high potential for patient compliance.