Engineers create spiky materials inspired by insects that could pop bacteria
Researchers have created intricately patterned materials that mimic antimicrobial, adhesive and drag reducing properties found in natural surfaces.
Researchers aim to identify patients at high risk of bone tumour fractures
A new £7 million research project could help clinicians identify and assist patients at high risk of vertebrae fractures caused by bone tumours.
Three Imperial “rising stars” secure €4.5 million of ERC funding
Three Imperial researchers have been awarded European Research Council Starting Grants worth collectively more than €4.5 million.
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Podcast: Women’s hearts, psychedelic worldviews, and nanotechnology for children
In this edition: Differences between men’s and women’s hearts, how psychedelics can change our worldview, and introducing children to nanotechnology.
A new platform for controlled design of printed electronics with 2D materials
Scientists have shown how electricity is transported in printed 2D materials, paving the way for design of flexible devices for healthcare and beyond.
‘Wonder material’ phosphorene nanoribbons live up to hype in first demonstration
Researchers have incorporated phosphorene nanoribbons into new types of solar cells, dramatically improving their efficiency.
Department of Materials gifts five hundred books to primary schools in the UK
The Department of Materials has collaborated with the Royal Academy of Engineering to send five hundred copies of 'Nano' to schools in the UK.
Professor David Dye awarded 2022 Acta Materialia Silver Medal
Professor David Dye has been awarded the 2022 Acta Materialia Silver Medal by Acta Materialia, a peer-reviewed scientific journal.
Materials launch widening participation initiative for prospective students
The Department of Materials will gift copies of 'Concepts of Materials Science' to underrepresented undergraduate applicants this year.
Imperial professor takes over prestigious Royal Society Foreign Secretary role
An Imperial College London professor has been chosen as the new Foreign Secretary of the Royal Society this week.
