Industry News
Nanocrystal shape boosts solar panel, display efficiency
Researchers have found a way to increase the number of molecules that adhere to the surface of small nanocrystals; this new method could lead to advancements such as brighter TV screens and more efficient solar panels. [ + ]
Thinner materials for more compact quantum computing devices
Researchers from NTU Singapore have used very thin materials to produce entangled pairs of photons that can be used as quantum bits for computing. [ + ]
Atomic-level mechanism discovered for polycrystalline materials
Researchers have captured atomic-level observations of grain rotation in polycrystalline materials; their research findings could help develop more efficient electronics. [ + ]
Researchers achieve 8 W output from optical parametric oscillator
Researchers have demonstrated a total output power of 8 W from a high-power mid-infrared cadmium silicon diphosphide optical parametric oscillator. [ + ]
Liquid immersion cooling system launched in Hong Kong
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology has launched an immersion cooling system to enhance the capacity of high-performance computing devices while reducing energy consumption. [ + ]
Quantum computing experts conquer entanglement challenge in silicon chips
Researchers have demonstrated the quantum entanglement of two electrons, each bound to a different atom of phosphorus, placed inside a silicon quantum computer chip. [ + ]
"Dualtronic" chip for integrated electronics and photonics
Cornell researchers have developed a dual-sided chip known as a "dualtronic" chip that integrates both photonic and electronic functionalities. [ + ]
Researchers illuminate inner workings of new-age soft semiconductors
Using a specialised electron microscope designed for delicate materials, materials scientists are exploring the microstructure of promising soft semiconductors that could lead to new-generation electronics. [ + ]
Flourine-free binder, electrolyte for greener batteries
Researchers have developed a new fluorine-free electrolyte and binder to enhance high-performance and eco-friendly battery technology. [ + ]
Sustainable e-waste recycling method offers 85% yield
Researchers have developed a method for recycling metals from electronic waste, or e-waste, that enhances the efficiency of metal recovery. [ + ]
Novel approach to control ferroelectricity in perovskites
Researchers have synthesised 4- and 5-layered versions of perovskite, discovering that the material switches its ferroelectric mechanism based on whether the layers are odd or even. [ + ]
An OLED for compact, lightweight night vision
Thinner than a human hair, the device amplifies and converts near-infrared light into visible light with the potential for low power consumption and long battery life. [ + ]
Batteries of the future charge ahead
As demand for lithium-ion batteries depletes reserves of raw materials, experts are seeking safer and more reliable alternatives for rechargeable batteries. [ + ]
Making sensors more sustainable with a greener power source
A new project aims to eliminate the reliance of sensors on disposable batteries by testing the fast production of perovskite photovoltaic (PV) cells as a sustainable power source. [ + ]
New understanding of the limits on nano-noise
Researchers from Chalmers University of Technology have made progress towards developing next-generation nanoelectronics by removing basic noise restrictions. [ + ]