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Fabrication Of New Photonic Liquid Crystals Could Lead To Next Generation Displays And Advanced Photonic Applications

Scientific imaging of a liquid crystal

A new technique to change the structure of liquid crystals could lead to the development of fast-responding liquid crystals suitable for next generation displays.

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3D Printed Microswimmers With Multi-Responsive Behaviors

Microscopic tiny swimmers shaped like donuts promise a wide range of application options: Fabricated with Nanoscribe’s 3D Microfabrication technology, they can move with their own propulsion and are able to transport particles to a desired location.

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New, Slippery Toilet Coating Provides Cleaner Flushing, Saves Water

Penn State team has developed a robust bio-inspired, liquid, sludge- and bacteria-repellent coating that can essentially make a toilet self-cleaning

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Researchers Optimize Additive Manufacturing On A Molecular Level

Researchers examined additive manufacturing methods and materials using atomistic-scale simulations to optimize their performance for ultimately stronger and more useful 3D-printed components. 

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