Manufacturing Trade and Connectivity (MTC)
Towards ultrathin active metaoptics
21 Jun 2024Researchers show that a new design element for nanoscale light-bending materials makes them electrically tuneable at room temperature, opening doors to new optical technologies.
Illuminating pathways to innovation
11 Jun 2024A new method for fabricating structures in optical devices improves their ability to capture and emit light, paving the way for advanced communication and sensor technologies.
Atomic blueprints for bioinspired enzymes
7 Jun 2024Researchers reach a new understanding of how synthetic enzymes can be optimised as alternatives to naturally derived metalloenzymes.
Jellyfish robot makes a big splash
24 May 2024A new transparent soft robot uses innovative materials to blend into underwater environments by mimicking the moon jellyfish’s movement and appearance.
A quantum leap towards reshaping connectivity
8 May 2024A new approach to generating terahertz radiation offers a compact, tuneable and scalable solution for faster data transmission and improved imaging applications.
A sensor for mirrored molecules
6 May 2024A breakthrough method for detecting mirror-image molecules with incredible sensitivity promises transformative applications in medicine and chemistry.
Light benders shape tomorrow’s tech
26 Apr 2024An innovative thin film coating that controls how much light is absorbed over a wide range of viewing angles can revolutionise optical technologies.
Making graphene honeycombs with copper
22 Apr 2024A groundbreaking method to incorporate copper into graphene-like coordination polymers (GCPs) can unlock exciting possibilities for electronics, energy storage and materials science.
Small variations spark giant gains
12 Apr 2024New electromechanically active thin films can revolutionise how devices respond to electrical signals for diverse industrial applications.
Sniffing out scalable solutions for aromatic compounds
10 Apr 2024An innovative approach that uses genetically engineered bacteria to synthesise high-value natural fragrance offers a greener, more cost-effective alternative for the biomanufacturing sector.
Alloy advancements defy traditional limits
19 Mar 2024Using an innovative approach, researchers discover how special metal blends remain exceptionally strong and flexible in extreme environments such as those in jet engines and nuclear reactors.
Growing polarisation control crystals
6 Mar 2024Researchers developed a novel approach for ‘growing’ crystals to create miniaturised devices for optical technology applications.