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Flatter graphene, faster electrons
Scientists from the Swiss Nanoscience Institute and the Department of Physics at the University of Basel developed a technique to flatten corrugations in graphene layers. This leads to an improved sample quality and can be applied to other…
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Perturbation-free studies of single molecules
Researchers of the University of Basel have developed a new method with which individual isolated molecules can be studied precisely – without destroying the molecule or even influencing its quantum state. This highly sensitive technique…
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Nanocontainers introduced into the nucleus of living cells
An interdisciplinary team from the University of Basel has succeeded in creating a direct path for artificial nanocontainers to enter into the nucleus of living cells. To this end, they produced biocompatible polymer vesicles that can pass…
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Molecular factories: The combination between nature and chemistry is functional
Researchers at the University of Basel have succeeded in developing molecular factories that mimic nature. To achieve this they loaded artificial organelles inside micrometer-sized natural blisters (vesicles) produced by cells. These…
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The Department of Physics heads National Centre of Competence in Research (NCCR) for the development of a silicon-based quantum computer
Researchers around the world are looking for suitable ways to develop a quantum computer. At present, there are a number of approaches for the building blocks that could make up the supercomputer of the future. The realization of a quantum…
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The University of Basel gains two new National Centers of Competence in Research (NCCR)
The University of Basel has received a grant for two new National Centers of Competence in Research (NCCR), focusing on antibiotic research and quantum technology. The federal government is providing total funding of CHF 34 million for the…
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Congratulations to the winners of the Nano Image Award
Many thanks to all participants!
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Patrick Maletinsky erhält ERC Consolidator Grant
Van-der-Waals-Magneten auf der Spur In seinem Forschungsprojekt befasst sich Prof. Patrick Maletinsky mit atomar dünnen magnetischen Systemen, welche er mit Hilfe von neuartigen Quantensensoren untersuchen wird. Die sogenannten Van der…
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Biozentrum spin off ARTIDIS joins world’s largest medical center
ARTIDIS announces its successful integration in the highly competitive international Medical Device Cohort 2019 at the Texas Medical Center’s Innovation Institute. The company, which is a spin off from the Biozentrum and the Swiss…