X-ray Raman spectroscopy reveals new insights into a critical chemical discovery from the nineteenth century

X-Rayed Water Spills Secrets

Stöber Method for Polymer Coating Core-Shell Nanoparticles
Modified emulsion polymerization gives excellent control of the shape and thickness of shells of core-shell nanoparticles

Catalyst Atoms in Nanowires
Silicon nanowires can be doped with surprisingly high amounts of aluminium during their growth

The Sorcerer’s Apprentices of Electrochemically Activated Valves
Nanoporous graphitic carbon electrodes display a unique electrowetting behavior that depends on specific ion effects

Investigation of Hyperconjugation by UV-Photoelectron Spectroscopy
UV-photoelectron spectroscopy studies of highly strained cages prove neutral hyperconjugation

Impact of Global University Rankings
Number of international university rankings is growing and their influence on universities and public policy is increasing

Multifunctional Nanofibers
Novel preparation of nanofibers with TiO2 provides promise for various applications

Mercury Detection by Cutting Contact
A self-powered tribolelectric nanosensor allows the sensitive and selective detection of mercury(II) ions

Self-Propelled Capsules for Cleaning Oil Spills
Self-propelled capsules for active cleaning of oil spills are prepared and evaluated

Your Body Heat, Your Clothing, Your Electricity?
Fully organic nanocomposites are prepared with high electrical conductivity and improved thermoelectric properties