What Water Looks Like to DNA
WASHINGTON D.C. Nov. 19, 2013 — A team of biochemists and mathematicians have developed a sophisticated geometric model to predict how a biological molecule will interact with […]
Whither the Teakettle Whistle
WASHINGTON D.C. Nov. 15, 2013 — Despite decades of brewing tea in a whistling kettle, the source and mechanism of this siren sound of comfort has never […]
Altering surface textures in ‘counterintuitive manner’ may lead to cooling efficiency gains
WASHINGTON, D.C. Nov. 12, 2013 — Researchers across the globe are racing to find ways to improve the cooling of hot surfaces — for technologies ranging from […]
The Secrets of a Bug’s Flight
WASHINGTON, D.C. Nov. 12, 2013 — Researchers have identified some of the underlying physics that may explain how insects can so quickly recover from a stall in […]
Next-Generation Semiconductors Synthesis
WASHINGTON, D.C. Nov. 8, 2013 — Although silicon semiconductors are nearly universal in modern electronics, devices made from silicon have limitations—including that they cease to function properly […]
New Aluminum Alloy Stores Hydrogen
WASHINGTON D.C. Nov. 5, 2013 — We use aluminum to make planes lightweight, store sodas in recyclable containers, keep the walls of our homes energy efficient and […]
Designing an Acoustic Diode
WASHINGTON, D.C. Nov. 1, 2013 — Most people know about ultrasound through its role in prenatal imaging: those grainy, grey outlines of junior constructed from reflected sound […]
Seeing in the Dark
WASHINGTON, D.C. Oct. 29, 2013 — Thermal infrared (IR) energy is emitted from all things that have a temperature greater than absolute zero. Human eyes, primarily sensitive […]
Cat’s Eyes: Designing the Perfect Mixer
WASHINGTON, D.C. Oct. 29, 2013 — As any amateur baker knows, proper mixing is crucial to a perfect pastry. Mix too little and ingredients will not be […]