MIT Technology Review - nanopore en Super-Dense Computer Memory <p>Researchers have discovered a new way to make chips that could pack terabytes into smartphones.</p><p>A novel type of computer memory could, in theory, let you store tens or even hundreds of times as much data on your smartphone. Researchers at Rice University have demonstrated a more practical way to manufacture it.</p> Wed, 23 Jul 2014 20:11:26 +0000 juniper.friedman 529386 at The Petri Dish Gets a Makeover <p>A nanopore membrane creates faster, surer cultures for everything from hospital diagnostics to water-quality checks.</p><p>A new type of diagnostic could let hospital laboratories identify the presence of dangerous bacteria up to five times faster than conventional methods. The test could reduce unnecessary antibiotic use and provide more reliable water-quality test results. The key to the process is a membrane with nanosized pores, which enable rapid growth and identification of live organisms. </p> Tue, 23 Aug 2011 04:00:00 +0000 digitalservices 425147 at Nanocapacitors with Big-Energy Storage <p>Nanopore arrays combine high power and storage capacity.</p><p>The ultimate electronic energy-storage device would store plenty of energy but also charge up rapidly and provide powerful bursts when needed. Sadly, today’s devices can only do one or the other: capacitors provide high power, while batteries offer high storage. </p> Mon, 16 Mar 2009 04:00:00 +0000 digitalservices 412558 at