Author archives: DIPC

X-rays reveal the true identity of nanoparticles in medicine

X-rays reveal the true identity of nanoparticles in medicine

BiochemistryChemistryDIPC BiochemistryMedicineNanotechnology

By DIPC

When you hear the word nanoparticle, it might sound like something futuristic or abstract. In reality, nanoparticles—tiny structures tens of thousands of times smaller than the width of a human hair—are already part of modern medicine. Some are used to deliver drugs more effectively, while others help doctors see inside the body by acting as […]

A clash of quantum states in the mosaic phase of a transition metal dichalcogenide

A clash of quantum states in the mosaic phase of a transition metal dichalcogenide

Condensed matterDIPC Advanced materialsMaterialsQuantum physics

By DIPC

Imagine a material where electrons glide through without any resistance, moving like a perfectly synchronized dance troupe. This phenomenon, known as superconductivity, allows electricity to flow with zero energy loss, holding immense promise for everything from ultra-efficient power lines to advanced quantum computers. A a team of researchers dives into this fascinating world, focusing on […]

Dynamic and unconventional order in magnetic kagome metal FeGe

Dynamic and unconventional order in magnetic kagome metal FeGe

DIPC Advanced materialsMaterials

By DIPC

Imagine a lattice shaped like a network of interconnected triangles, called a kagome lattice, where atoms or particles struggle to find a comfortable arrangement. This unique structure creates a situation known as geometric frustration, where the particles can’t settle into a simple, orderly pattern because of the lattice’s shape. In a magnetic metal called FeGe […]

Unlocking the universe’s hidden light: The COCOA Telescope

Unlocking the universe’s hidden light: The COCOA Telescope

AstrophysicsDIPC AstrophysicsDIPC Particle PhysicsParticle physics

By DIPC

Deep in the heart of exploding stars and colliding neutron stars lies a hidden light we’ve barely glimpsed — gamma rays in the mega-electron-volt (MeV) range. These elusive rays, carrying clues about cosmic explosions and mysterious phenomena like dark matter, have been hard to study due to technological limits. Enter COCOA , a compact, innovative […]

Rewiring the brain: How blocking adenosine boosts stroke healing

Rewiring the brain: How blocking adenosine boosts stroke healing

DIPC NeurophysicsNeurobiology

By DIPC

Each year, millions of people experience an ischaemic stroke, a condition where a blood clot blocks the flow of oxygen and nutrients to part of the brain. Even when doctors act quickly to remove the clot, many survivors struggle with long-term challenges like difficulty moving, remembering, or managing emotions. While treatments like clot-dissolving drugs or […]

Graphene’s magic twist: fast and slow electrons

Graphene’s magic twist: fast and slow electrons

Condensed matterDIPC Advanced materialsMaterials

By DIPC

Graphene, a single layer of carbon atoms arranged in a honeycomb pattern, is renowned for its ability to conduct electricity with ease. When two graphene sheets are stacked and twisted at a “magic angle” of about one degree, something remarkable happens: the electrons slow down dramatically, creating “flat bands” where they interact strongly. A new […]

How tiny particles navigate tumours: Understanding nanoparticle penetration in 3D cell models

How tiny particles navigate tumours: Understanding nanoparticle penetration in 3D cell models

BiochemistryDIPC BiochemistryMaterialsNanotechnologyPharmacy

By DIPC

Nanoparticles, those minuscule marvels measured in billionths of a metre, hold immense promise for revolutionizing cancer treatment. Their ability to deliver drugs directly to tumours could transform therapies, but only if they can navigate the dense, complex environment of tumour tissue. A new review , that includes a new experimental data set, explores this challenge […]

The secret structures of benzodithiophene polymers unlock solar energy

The secret structures of benzodithiophene polymers unlock solar energy

ChemistryDIPC PolymersEnergyMaterials

By DIPC

Organic electronics in the form of organic solar cells — thin, flexible, and printable on everyday surfaces — promise a sustainable future in renewable energy. Unlike traditional silicon-based solar panels, organic photovoltaic (OPV) devices rely on carbon-based polymers, a class of molecules more commonly associated with plastic bags than power generation. Among these, a family […]

Deep learning techniques, a game-changer for quantum chemistry

Deep learning techniques, a game-changer for quantum chemistry

ChemistryCondensed matterDIPC Computer ScienceDIPC Electronic PropertiesQuantum chemistry

By DIPC

Quantum chemistry is a field that dives into the behaviour of atoms and molecules at their most fundamental level, using the principles of quantum mechanics to understand how electrons interact within these systems. For researchers, one of the biggest challenges is studying systems where electrons are strongly correlated—meaning their movements are highly interdependent, like dancers […]