Thursday, February 11, 2021

Nanowire could provide a stable, easy-to-make superconducting transistor

Inspired by decades-old research, the new technology could boost quantum computers and other superconducting electronics.

Wafer-scale production of graphene-based photonic devices

Researchers have devised a wafer-scale fabrication technology that, thanks to predetermined graphene single-crystal templates, allows for integration into silicon wafers, enabling automation and paving the way to large scale production.

Vibrating 2D materials

Two-dimensional materials hold out hope for many technical applications. An international research team now has determined for the first time how strongly 2D materials vibrate when electronically excited with light.

Nanoparticle gel unites oil and water in manufacturing-friendly approach

Novel gel-creation method could open applications in water filtration, other areas.

Wednesday, February 10, 2021

Nanoscale imaging method offers insight into alloyed nanoparticle synthesis

Scientists have applied a novel method - in situ liquid phase transmission electron microscopy (LP-TEM) synthesis - allowing a closer look at the molecular and nanoscale processes that govern how metals mix into alloyed nanoparticle during wet chemical synthesis.

A scalable method for the large-area integration of 2D materials

Researchers demonstrate large-area integration of two-dimensional materials and their heterostructures by wafer bonding.

Light interference can help in quicker identification of defective graphene surface

Scientists establish phase-shift interferometry as a robust tool for rapid characterization of graphene surface with potential for industrial applications.