Colour-changing magnifying glass gives clear view of infrared light
2 December 2021
By trapping light into tiny crevices of gold, researchers have coaxed molecules to convert invisible infrared into visible light, creating new low-cost detectors for sensing.
Interactive tool helps people decide how best to protect themselves and others from COVID-19
2 December 2021
Is it risky to sing in a choir? What are the risks of eating in a small restaurant? How much difference does it make to open windows or clean surfaces? New interactive tool helps people make decisions on COVID-19.
Miniature grinding mill closes in on the details of ‘green’ chemical reactions
30 November 2021
Scientists at the University of Cambridge have developed a new approach for observing mechanochemical reactions — where simple ingredients are ground up to make new chemical compounds and materials that can be used in anything from the pharmaceutical to the metallurgical, cement and mineral industries.
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