"Gold Flakes Reveal Nature's Hidden Forces of Adhesion and Self-Assembly"

Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology developed a method to visualize natures invisible glue using Gold, salt water, and light, revealing self-assembly forces at the nanoscopic scale.

• At Chalmers University of Technology, scientists combined Gold, salt water, and light to create a platform that visualizes adhesive forces through colorful patterns.
• The research demonstrates how self-assembly occurs at the nanoscopic scale, crucial for understanding fundamental interactions in materials science and biology.
• Using advanced microscopy techniques, researchers can observe resonator effects that illustrate how tiny particles adhere to surfaces, shedding light on these hidden forces.