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Copper clusters capture and convert carbon dioxide to make fuel

The chemical reactions that make methanol from carbon dioxide rely on a catalyst to speed up the conversion, and scientists identified a new material that could fill this role. With its unique structure, this catalyst can capture and convert carbon dioxide in a way that ultimately saves energy.

Aug 7th, 2015

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NSF funds center to study and develop atomically thin coatings

The center will design and develop advanced two-dimensional coatings engineered to solve fundamental scientific and technological challenges that include: corrosion, oxidation and abrasion, friction and wear, energy storage and harvesting, and the large-scale synthesis and deposition of novel multifunctional coatings.

Aug 7th, 2015

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Using lasers to tailor the properties of graphene

Researchers explore the use of ultrafast lasers as tool for graphene processing. The laser beam can be focused precisely, used to tailor the properties of graphene films in finely defined areas, to produce distinct behaviors useful for producing devices.

Aug 7th, 2015

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New 2D transistor material made using precision lasers

Molybdenum ditelluride is a crystalline compound that if pure enough can be used as a transistor. It was first made in the 1960's via several different fabrication methods, but until last year it had never been made in a pure enough form to be suitable for electronics.

Aug 7th, 2015

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A sticky situation

Researchers study and improve a small molecule that possesses an impressive ability to adhere in wet environments.

Aug 6th, 2015

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