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Defects slow the electron's dance

Researchers used two advanced microscopy techniques to learn how crystal defects in a type of solar power cell affect their performance. The study involved crystalline solar cells called lead halide perovskite cells.

Dec 7th, 2020

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Finetuning 'twistronics' of 2D crystals

Researchers have revealed a breakthrough method that could lead to autonomous robotic control and therefore precise fine tuning of the 'twist' between atom-thin 2D materials layers stacked in a superlattice structure - a pioneering device that could help transform technology and achieve superconductive electronics.

Dec 4th, 2020

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An optical curveball (w/video)

The Magnus effect describes the fact that spinning objects tend to move along curved paths. New research shows that the same effect occurs to atoms moving through light - and that this effect has practical consequences.

Dec 4th, 2020

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Ionic defect landscape in perovskite solar cells revealed

Scientists were able to identify essential properties of the ions that make up metal halide perovskites. The migration of the ions leads to the presence of defects in the material, which have a negative effect on the efficiency and stability of perovskite solar cells.

Dec 3rd, 2020

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