Wobbly gel mat trains muscle cells to work together

Oct 20, 2023 (Nanowerk News) There’s no doubt that exercise does a body good, including strengthening and toning our muscles. But how exactly does exercise make this happen? As we run and lift and stretch, our muscles experience chemical signals from surrounding cells, as well as mechanical forces from jostling...

MXene opens way to futuristic shape-shifting speakers

Oct 20, 2023 (Nanowerk Spotlight) Speakers have come a long way from the bulky boxes and paper cones of the early 20th century. Today's high-tech versions are getting smaller and smarter, opening doors to exciting new applications. But even as modern speakers shrink, challenges remain in balancing portability, audio quality,...

Powering clean energy with chicken feathers

Oct 20, 2023 (Nanowerk News) Feathers keep chickens warm, and they might also hold the key to creating sustainable fuel cells that can power clean vehicles or water-splitting devices that extract pure hydrogen. Key Takeaways Scientists have developed a sustainable fuel cell membrane made from chicken feathers. The team extracts...