Use of a novel electrolyte could allow advanced metal electrodes and higher voltages, boosting capacity and cycle life.

MIT Director Vladimir Bulović discussed present and future applications of nanotechnology at Tec de Monterrey’s 51st Research and Development Conference.

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Delivering vaccines directly to the lungs can boost immune responses to respiratory infections or lung cancer, study finds.

Research on how water behaves in a proton channel provides possible new avenues for flu treatment.

Simulations show ultrasound waves at medical imaging frequencies can cause the virus’ shell and spikes to collapse and rupture.

New findings may help unleash the potential of high-powered, solid-electrolyte lithium batteries.

Engineers have developed self-cooling fabrics from polyethylene, a material commonly used in plastic bags.