Novel superconducting undulator provides first x-ray light at ANKA

SCU15 is a unique superconducting undulator for production of high-brilliance x-rays installed in the ANKA storage ring.
NASA Completes MESSENGER Mission with Expected Impact on Mercury's Surface
ORNL researchers probe chemistry, topography and mechanics with one instrument

For a 500-nanometer-deep polymeric thin film made of polystyrene (lighter) and poly-2-vinylpyridine (darker), one multimodal instrument...
Production of Industrial Nano-Membrane for Water, Wastewater Purification Device in Iran
Rock Spire in 'Spirit of St. Louis Crater' on Mars

An elongated crater called "Spirit of St. Louis," with a rock spire in it, dominates a recent scene from the panoramic camera (Pancam) on...
Artificial photosynthesis could help make fuels, plastics and medicine

The raw materials for everyday products could someday be produced by bacteria and solar energy.
Research seeks alternatives for reducing bacteria in fresh produce using nanoengineering
A team of researchers at Wayne State University have been exploring natural, safe and alternative antimicrobials to reduce bacterial contamination. Plant essential oils such as those from thyme, oregano and clove are known to have a strong...
New Ceramic Material Improves Properties of Hydroxyapatite Nanoparticles