Research plumbs the molecular building blocks for light-responsive materials

New studies shed light on organic frameworks for advanced solar cells and detectors.

Acoustic graphene plasmons study paves way for optoelectronic applications

Researchers have successfully demonstrated a new methodology for direct near-field optical imaging of acoustic graphene plasmon fields. This strategy will provide a breakthrough for the practical applications of acoustic graphene plasmon platforms in next-generation, high-performance, graphene-based optoelectronic devices with enhanced light-matter interactions and lower propagation loss.

Flexible nanoparticle sensing films help detect chemicals in fruit and vegetables

The new sensor can identify the presence of pesticide residue on the surface of agricultural produce in mere minutes.

Retinal implants can give artificial vision to the blind

Engineers have developed technology that could partially restore vision in blind people.

MOF homojunctions benefit the conversion of solar energy to fuel

Scientists developed a promising solution to enhance solar energy-fuel conversion.

A promising breakthrough for a better design of electronic materials

A deeper understanding of molecular vibrations can increase electron velocity in semiconductor materials.