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Materials

Metal fatigue reduced through nano-engineering

Graphene researchers engineer smallest possible slits for desalination  

Mussel inspires development of stronger and stretchier polymers

Silver nanowires combine with graphene for more shatterproof screens

Recyclable flat pack offers shelter from the storm

Ultra-high resolution inkjet technique prints drops capable of trapping light

Irradiated flakes of pulverised plastic strengthen concrete

Soft sensor material could make clothes smarter

Carbon nanotube-based fibres could rival copper in antennas

Temperature-regulated nanoparticles could fight cancer

Sensor network to turn additive bridge into ‘living laboratory’

Flexible sensor skin gives robots a sense of dexterity