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March 7th, 2006 Scientists capture the speediest ever motion in a molecule Abstract: The fastest ever observations of protons moving within a molecule open a new window on fundamental processes in chemistry and biology, researchers report today in the journal Science. The high speed at which protons can travel during chemical reactions means their motion needs to be measured in units of time called 'attoseconds' with one attosecond equating to one billion-billionth of a second. The team's observation of proton motion with an accuracy of 100 attoseconds in hydrogen and methane molecules is the fastest ever recorded. Source: Imperial College London Bookmark: Related News Press Possible Futures Nanosculptors banish brittleness in smart alloys February 9th, 2010 Termite wings may pave way for hydrophobic materials February 8th, 2010 Doped Graphane Should Superconduct at 90K February 8th, 2010 Growing Cartilage -- No Easy Task February 8th, 2010 Announcements Composite nanomaterials show promise for solar hydrogen generation February 9th, 2010 New JEOL Microprobe Helps Advance Research Opportunities for Students and Industry in North Carolina February 9th, 2010 SEMATECH and ASML Form Partnership at UAlbany NanoCollege February 9th, 2010 Energy from Light and Water February 9th, 2010