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Scientists reveal that coupling between electrons and atomic vibrations play a key role in this vexing phenomenon.
Near the onset of superconductivity, continuous exchange of electrons occurs between distinct, liquid-like magnetic phases in an iron-based superconductor.
Penetrating x-rays can image defects and phase changes during battery charging and discharging.
Bio-based molecular machines mechanically extrude tiny tubes and form networks, aiding in the design of self-repairing materials.
Tiny “match-head” wires act as built-in light concentrators, enhancing solar cell efficiency.
For the first time, electron tomography reveals the 3D coordinates of individual atoms and defects in a material.
Scientists synthesized a theoretically-predicted material with unusual current-carrying properties that could open the door for next-generation electronics.
Generating and moving small, stable magnetic islands at room temperature could be the ticket to more energy-efficient electronics.
Major milestone in molecular electronics scored by Molecular Foundry and Columbia University team.
Researchers have attained superlubricity, the near absence of friction, at a carbon-silica interface using nanodiamonds wrapped in graphene flakes.
Creation of new neutral-charge, long-life quasiparticles may help explain high-temperature superconductivity.
A new, dime-sized light source will lead to novel spectrometers for the next generation of scientific discoveries.
