Researchers have developed a thickness-controlled black phosphorous tunnel field-effect transistor (TFET) that shows 10-times lower switching power consumption as well as 10,000-times lower standby power consumption than conventional complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor (CMOS) transistors.
Feb 21st, 2020
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New exfoliation method makes large-area atomically thin layers that can be stacked in any desired order and orientation to generate a whole new class of artificial materials; opens the door to new research and commercialization.
Feb 20th, 2020
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Researchers propose molybdenum sulfide as a material for the catalysts which is, firstly, more effective than molybdenum, and, secondly, much cheaper since the total amount of expensive metal in catalysts is reduced, and the sulfur is not scarce and very cheap.
Feb 20th, 2020
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Researchers describe a new strategy of designing metamolecules that incorporates two independently controllable subwavelength meta-atoms. This two-parametric control of the metamolecule secures the complete control of both amplitude and the phase of light.
Feb 20th, 2020
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Scientists have experimentally demonstrated that it?s possible to break reciprocity in acoustic waves with material properties that change simultaneously in time and space.
Feb 20th, 2020
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Gene-infused nanoparticles used for combating disease work better when they include plant-based relatives of cholesterol because their shape and structure help the genes get where they need to be inside cells.
Feb 20th, 2020
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Researchers have inserted a microchip into an electrically powered contact lens. This technological feat could improve the lives of many suffering from a range of sight-related ailments and lead to more groundbreaking medical applications.
Feb 19th, 2020
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The method enables fabrication of organic electronics without using toxic organic solvents and costly vacuum technologies, thus reducing the environmental risks and making organic electronics more accessible.
Feb 19th, 2020
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Researchers have taken to the trees to look for ways to make new sustainable materials from abundant natural resources - specifically, within the chemical structure of microfibers that make up wood.
Feb 19th, 2020
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The development of next generation solar power technology that has potential to be used as a flexible 'skin' over hard surfaces has moved a step closer, thanks to a significant breakthrough.
Feb 19th, 2020
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New mechanophore senses damage to fiber reinforced polymers.
Feb 19th, 2020
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Researchers recently developed a technique that can be used to build carbon-nanotube-based fibers by creating chemical crosslinks; the technique improves the electrical and mechanical properties of these materials.
Feb 19th, 2020
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Researchers have measured the timing of single writing events in a novel magnetic memory device with a resolution of less than 100 picoseconds. Their results are relevant for the next generation of main memories based on magnetism.
Feb 19th, 2020
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Scientists have discovered that applying vibrational motion in a periodic manner may be the key to preventing dissipations of the desired electron states that would make advanced quantum computing and spintronics possible.
Feb 18th, 2020
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Ultrathin crack-based sensors operate on a principle similar to a spider's sense organ and display remarkable sensitivity to movement.
Feb 18th, 2020
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A novel ultrasound-emitting device brings lithium metal batteries, or LMBs, one step closer to commercial viability. Although the research team focused on LMBs, the device can be used in any battery, regardless of chemistry.
Feb 18th, 2020
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