Graphene quantum dots for single electron transistors

Scientists have developed a novel technology, which combines the fabrication procedures of planar and vertical heterostructures in order to assemble graphene-based single-electron transistors of excellent quality.

Sensing disturbances in the force

Researchers embark on project to build atom-defect hybrid quantum sensors.

Healthier dairy products with bacterial films and nanofiber membranes

Growing bacterial microfilms on thin sheets of nanofibers is a great way to produce a fermented milk product that can deliver hardy probiotics to the digestive tract.

Squeezed quantum dots produce more stable light

Exploiting a strain-engineering approach could provide nanoscale light sources with a nonfluctuating emission wavelength for use in sensors, quantum communication, and imaging.

Examining 2D materials, atom by atom

Engineers uncover strength, toughness of hexagonal boron nitride.

1 + 1 does not equal 2 for graphene-like 2D materials

Physicists have discovered that when two atomically thin graphene-like materials are placed on top of each other their properties change, and a material with novel hybrid properties emerges, paving the way for design of new materials and nano-devices.

Light from an exotic crystal semiconductor could lead to better solar cells

Scientists have found a new way to control light emitted by exotic crystal semiconductors, which could lead to more efficient solar cells and other advances in electronics.