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Putting a new spin on research. Physicists in the USA and at the LCN have found a way to extend the electrically-measured quantum lifetime of electrons by more than 5,000 per cent. Posted 14 Nov. 2008 [more] |
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Fabricating carbon nanotube nanocrystal
heterostructures. Members of the LCN and Vanderbilt University have used electrophoric deposition to fabricate alternating layer carbon nanotube-nanocrystal composite films. Posted 5 Nov. 2008 [more] |
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Electron trapping polycrystalline materials. LCN researchers have published a letter investigating the electron-trapping properties of boundaries between crystallites. Posted 13 Oct. 2008 [more] |
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Antibiotics and superbugs. Scientists from the LCN are using a novel nanomechanical technique to investigate the workings of vancomycin. Posted 13 Oct. 2008 [more] |
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Nanomechanical biosensing. New research from the LCN has produced the first theoretical model of nanomechanical sensing. Posted 03 Oct. 2008 [more] |
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Unlocking the secret of the Kondo effect. A research team including members of the LCN and the IBM Almaden research centre have made a breakthrough in understanding the Kondo effect. Posted 23 Sep. 2008. [more] |
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Innovative research brings quantum computing one step closer. A multidisciplinary research team including LCN members have proved that quantum states last long enough to be used in computer operations. Posted 29 Aug. 2008. [more] |
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The Quantum in your Materials World. An LCN researcher has published a paper on the quantum-theory underpinnings of materials science. Posted 29 Aug. 2008. [more] |
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Creating unconventional metals. An international research team incorporating members of the LCN has discoversed a quantum "halfway-house" between magnet and semiconductor behaviour. Posted 20 Aug. 2008. [more] |
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New forms of ice. LCN researchers collaborating with ISIS have discovered three new phases of ice. Posted 31 Jul. 2008 [more] |
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Can your nose tell left from right? LCN researchers have published details of their investigation into the link between molecular flexibility and odour character, suggesting that chirality may play a part. Posted 25 Jul. 2008 [more] |
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Neutron studies reveal the structure of tetrahydrofuran. Researchers from ISIS in collaboration with the LCN has uncovered the molecular arrangement of this widely-used compound. Posted 24 Jul. 2008 [more] |
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Asphaltene aggregation in laponite clay. LCN research uncovers a possible method for predicting and controlling asphaltene precipitation in crude oil. Posted 15 Jul. 2008 [more] |
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Pinch points and Kasteleyn transitions in Kagomé ice. LCN researchers have confirmed the occurence of Kasteleyn transitions in magnetic materials. Posted 01 Jul. 2008. [more] |
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Bioactive glass development improves drug delivery techniques. LCN researchers working with partners have developed nano-scale bioglass with medical applications. Posted 18 Jun. 2008. [more] |
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Industrial pigment holds the key to spintronics. LCN researchers have been working with partners to investigate the magnetic properties of commonly-used industrial dyes. Posted 10 Jun. 2008 [more] |
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Could the missing energy in the universe be measured in a laboratory experiment? Paul Warburton and colleagues at the LCN have been funded by the EPSRC to investigate. Posted 15 Apr. 2008 [more] |
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Mitosis stiffened by Moesin
Moesin is a key player during mitosis by controlling cell shape and spindle morphogenesis. Posted 11 Mar. 2008 [more] |
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LCN / UCL article in 2007 top 20 by Institute of Physics
Electronic structure methods can be used to model the dynamics of two-qubit gates for quantum computing. Posted 4 Mar. 2008 [more] |
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A technique for controlling the magnetic properties of a commonly used blue dye could revolutionise computer processing power. Nov 07. [more] |
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Novel Gate Dielectric Materials: For the first time theoretical modeling has provided a glimpse into how promising dielectric materials are able to trap charges. Oct 07. [more] |
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Imaging Quantum Entanglement - dramatic effects of quantum mechanics in a simple magnet. Sep 07. [more] |
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New LCN Researcher Studies Magnetic Orientation and Stability of a Single Atom on a Surface. Sep. 07 [more] |
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An international team of scientists including LCN has found a way to switch a material’s magnetic properties from ‘hard’ to ‘soft’ and back again. Aug 07. [more] |
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Researchers reveal with unprecedented resolution the structures of the smallest pieces of ice that form on hydrophobic metal surfaces. June 07. [more] |
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Can Nuclear Qubits Point The Way? Jun. 07 [more] |
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X-Ray Holograms Expose Secret Magnetism. May 07 [more] |
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Review article 'ZnO tetrapod nanocrystals' on Materials Today. May 07 [download article]
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LCN article selected for the cover of the Journal of Physical Chemistry. Apr. 07 [more] |
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Sickle Cell Microcell: UCL Chemistry and LCN scientists have developed a method to deoxygenate haemoglobin, which could lead to treatments for sickle cell anaemia. Jan 07. [more] |
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Rogue odour theory could be right. Dec. 06 [more] |
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Full 3-D image of nanocrystals’ interior created by shining X-rays through them. Jul. 06 [more] |
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Novel Ceramic achieves directional conduction. Apr. 06 [more] |
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