Quantum dots amplify light with electrical pumping

Researchers achieve light amplification with electrically stimulated quantum dots, critical step towards solution-processible laser diodes.

New way to write magnetic info could pave the way for hardware neural networks

Researchers have shown how to write any magnetic pattern desired onto nanowires, which could help computers mimic how the brain processes information.

'Unparalleled access' in surface science

Interdisciplinary research team wins NSF support for next-generation surface analysis.

Glass microparticles enhance solar cells efficiency

Researchers have suggested a new solar cell coating that combines features of an electrode and those of a light-trapping structure. The coating enabled them to cut down on reflected light and avoid solar cell overheating, thus increasing its overall efficiency by 20%.

Spin current from heat: New material increases efficiency

Electronic devices such as computers generate heat that mostly goes to waste. Physicists have found a way to use this energy: They apply the heat to generate magnetic signals known as 'spin currents'.

Borophene shines alone as 2-D plasmonic material

Scientists calculate flat boron capable of visible plasmon emissions.

Reusing waste energy with 2-D electron gas

Novel approach utilizes high mobility two-dimensional electron gas, boosting thermoelectric conversion efficiency.

A curious quirk brings organic diode lasers one step closer

Scientists have taken a big step toward creating a diode laser from a hybrid organic-inorganic material that can be deposited from solution on a laboratory benchtop.

Nanoparticles could allow for faster, better medicine

Gold nanoparticles could help make drugs act more quickly and effectively.

Developing 'ABCs' for exploiting new phenomena in light-matter interactions

Researchers aim to improve fundamental understanding of how to control interaction of light and engineered materials.

Chilled atoms enable deeper understanding of simple chemistry

Researchers use new technique to reveal quantum intricacies of molecule creation.