Industry News
New 'twist' for future electronics
Researchers have electrically 'twisted' a single nanoscale ferroelectric domain wall, in a breakthrough that could enable electronic devices to process information faster. [ + ]
Flaw in computer memory leads to global security fixes
Researchers have exposed an issue with the memory implementation on AMD's data centre chips that could threaten the integrity of data, but the chipmaker has hit back at the claims. [ + ]
Novel antenna tech developed for 6G communications
Researchers have developed a novel metasurface antenna that can generate and control multiple frequency components through software. [ + ]
Battery-like computer memory keeps working in extreme heat
The material transports oxygen ions rather than electrons, creating heat-resistant voltages for both digital memory and in-memory computing. [ + ]
New electric field signals strong potential for quantum computing
Researchers have discovered a new vortex electric field that holds promise for significantly enhancing the performance of various devices by improving memory stability. [ + ]
Producing non-toxic and efficient solar cells
Researchers have developed a new design principle that makes the large-scale production of efficient, environmentally friendly organic solar cells possible. [ + ]
Novel self-assembling electronics manufacturing process
Researchers have manufactured nanoscale diodes and transistors using a production technique in which liquid metal is directed to self-assemble into 3D structures. [ + ]
Using quantum dots for solid-state optical cooling
Researchers have investigated a cooling phenomenon in a halide perovskite-based 'dots-in-crystal' material, shedding light on its strengths and limitations. [ + ]
Zero-gravity tech could enable circuit repairs in space
Researchers have developed a special ink and 3D printer that can function in zero gravity. [ + ]
Eliminating 'efficiency droop' for brighter LEDs
Researchers have found a way to make LEDs brighter while maintaining their efficiency for applications such as visible light communication. [ + ]
Researchers unveil fast-charging lithium-sulfur battery
Researchers have developed ultrafast-charging lithium-sulfur (Li-S) batteries that could soon power long-range electric vehicles and commercial drones. [ + ]
Wearable generator powers electronics by body movements
Researchers have developed a device that can generate electricity from vibrations or even small body movements. [ + ]
Electron microscopy reveals colours of outermost electron layer
Researchers have used atomic-resolution secondary electron (SE) imaging to capture the atomic structure of the very top layer of materials. [ + ]
Theory reveals the shape of a single photon
A new theory that explains how light and matter interact at the quantum level has enabled researchers to define the shape of a single photon. [ + ]
Ion speed record holds potential for faster battery charging
Scientists have broken a speed record using nanoscience that could lead to new advances in improved battery charging, biosensing and soft robotics. [ + ]