Implantable neuronal electrode nanocoating good as gold

Researchers have found that covering an implantable neural electrode with nanoporous gold could eliminate the risk of scar tissue forming over the electrode?s surface.

'Microcombing' creates stronger, more conductive carbon nanotube films

Researchers have developed an inexpensive technique called 'microcombing' to align carbon nanotubes (CNTs), which can be used to create large, pure CNT films that are stronger than any previous such films. The technique also improves the electrical conductivity that makes these films attractive for use in electronic and aerospace applications.

Graphene spintronics - from science to technology

Electronics is based on the manipulation of electrons and other charge carriers, but in addition to charge, electrons possess a property known as spin. When spin is manipulated with magnetic and electric fields, the result is a spin-polarised current that carries more information than is possible with charge alone. Spin-transport electronics, or spintronics, is a subject of active investigation within Europe's Graphene Flagship.

Defects in atomically thin semiconductor emit single photons

Researchers create optically active quantum dots in 2-D semiconductor for the first time; may have applications for integrated photonics.

The random raman laser: A new light source for the microcosmos

Researchers demonstrate how a narrow-band strobe light source for speckle-free imaging has the potential to reveal microscopic forms of life.

From brittle to plastic in one breath

Theorists show environments can alter 2-D materials' basic properties.

Many uses in researching quantum dots

Quantum dots can achieve higher levels of energy when light stimulates them.