Scientists at Osaka University have designed a nanogate that opens and closes using electrical signals, offering precise control over ions and molecules.

This tiny innovation has the potential to transform sensing technology, chemical reactions, and even computing. By adjusting voltage, researchers can manipulate the gate's behavior, making it a versatile tool for cutting-edge applications.

Nanogates: Control at the Macro and Nanoscale

Gates are used to control movement, whether it's livestock passing through a farm gate or molecules moving at the nanoscale. Just as a physical gate can open or close to regulate larger entities, nanogates can control the passage of single molecules.