4-D Layers (IMAGE) DOE/Brookhaven National Laboratory Caption The added color in this scanning electron microscope (SEM) image showcases the discrete, self-assembled layers within these novel nanostructures. The pale blue bars are each roughly 4,000 times thinner than a single human hair. Credit Brookhaven National Laboratory Usage Restrictions OK for use with stories about this research License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.