Wires (3 of 3) (IMAGE) Rice University Caption Rice University scientists invented a process that uses water in the form of a meniscus to make possible the creation of sub-10-nanometer nanowires out of a variety of materials. Credit Tour Group/Rice University Usage Restrictions None 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.