Plasmonics explores the interaction between electromagnetic waves and collective electron oscillations at metal–dielectric interfaces, with grating structures serving as a vital means of momentum ...

NIMS discovered a phenomenon in which droplets on a single solid surface exhibit both a "sticky" and "repellent" state ...

Surface plasmon polaritons (SPPs) in graphene-based metamaterials represent a frontier in photonics and electromagnetic wave manipulation. These excitations arise from the coupling of collective ...

The boundary between solid metal and liquid metal can be much less ‘solid’ than we ever suspected. Watch the explainer video. The boundary between solid metal and liquid metal can be much less ‘solid’ ...

What is a Surface Force Apparatus (SFA)? The Surface Force Apparatus (SFA) is a highly sensitive scientific instrument used to measure the forces between two surfaces at the nanoscale. It allows ...

Surface properties dictate a vast array of material characteristics that are crucial to performance, durability, and intended functionality across diverse industries. Properties such as friction, wear ...