Tunable Shells to Encapsulate Tiny Droplets
15 Dec 2023 under Focus
Scientists at IISc have developed a novel technique to encapsulate liquid droplets used for various applications, including single crystal growth and cell culture. The technique exploits the capillary effect – the rise of a liquid through a narrow space – to coat droplets in a composite shell containing oil-loving and hydrophobic particles. It offers […]
Redefining Computing: Self-organised Networks for Energy Efficiency
30 Nov 2023 under Highlights
The human brain is the true superhero when it comes to processing data, an energy-efficient entity that can effortlessly make sense of unstructured information. All of this happens thanks to its complex network of neurons and their connections – the synapses. However, things get tricky when researchers try to replicate brain function in hardware using […]