A new alloy could reduce the cost of high-efficiency solar cells called "concentrator photovoltaics."|Medium Read

This coating developed at the University of Michigan is hundreds of times more durable than its counterparts and could enable waterproofing of vehicles, clothing, rooftops and countless other surfaces. |Medium Read

Extraordinary nanoparticle crystals are possible by harnessing particle shape in addition to using DNA as smart glue.|Medium Read

Tooth enamel has changed very little over thousands of years -- and it is remarkably resistant to shock and wear. |Medium Read

Quantum mechanics governs the flow of heat in atoms and Michigan Engineers have directly measured a "quantum of thermal conductance" at room temperature. |Medium Read

Very even, pure coatings that promote healing may now be possible for biodegradable sutures and bone screws.|Medium Read

Studying the role of shape in self-assembly came up accidentally as Sharon Glotzer and her colleagues were studying the properties of semiconducting nanoparticles their U-M colleagues produced.|Medium Read

U-M to play a major role in $140M institute headed by the American Institute of Chemical Engineering.|Medium Read

Virus-sized mineral shells could help drive chemical reactions, perhaps forming self-replicating systems.|Medium Read

This achievement will allow for a better understanding of the rules that govern the formation of quasicrystals and provide a toolset for researchers seeking new ones with different components and rotational symmetries.|Medium Read