These predictions, which were verified by comparisons with high - resolution microscopic images of real molecules on metal surfaces, may lead to controlled, large - scale fabrication of tiny electrical wires and other nanomaterials for future devices. (sciencedaily.com)
They also are exploring lithium and sodium storage in other nanomaterials. (sciencedaily.com)
Whereas other nanomaterials have been proposed to transport drugs in the body or fight disease, the polycarbonate polymers that Hedrick's team is studying would later be broken down by enzymes in the body and thus less likely to accumulate. (scientificamerican.com)