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Imidazole as Solvent for the Synthesis of Carbon Supported Cobalt Nanoparticles Catalyst

This study is led by Dr. Shaojun Dong (Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences). At the beginning of this work, researchers wanted to design a simple method to synthesize Co nanoparticles.

29 Dec 2021

Building Polymer Dots with Conjugated Polymers Embedded in Hydrogels

A group of researchers has successfully fabricated a thermal detection polymer hydrogel using conjugated polymer nanoparticles and a fluorescence modulation technique, according to a study published recently in the journal Polymers.

28 Dec 2021

Toggling Nanolasers with Magnets Lays the Groundwork for Better Photonics

A magnetic field can be used to switch nanolasers on and off, shows new research from Aalto University. The physics underlying this discovery paves the way for the development of optical signals that cannot be disturbed by external disruptions, leading to unprecedented robustness in signal processing.

24 Dec 2021

Scientists Develop Method to Tune into Graphene Nanoribbons’ Electronic Potential

Ever since graphene – a thin carbon sheet just one-atom thick – was discovered more than 15 years ago, the wonder material became a workhorse in materials science research.

23 Dec 2021

Phosphorene Nanoribbons Dramatically Improve Solar Cells’ Efficiency

Researchers have incorporated phosphorene nanoribbons into new types of solar cells, dramatically improving their efficiency.

21 Dec 2021

Removing Pollutants with Nano Bioremediation

The increasing concentration of organic and inorganic pollutants could effectively be controlled by a combination of bioremediation and nanotechnology, according to the latest research in the Journal of Hazardous Materials.

20 Dec 2021

Nanodiamond-Reinforced Composite Membranes for Efficient Hydrogen Purification

Nanodiamonds may be tiny, but they can help with one of the biggest problems facing humanity today: Climate change.

17 Dec 2021

Thermal Conductivity of Polyimide Composite Films

In a recent study published in the journal Nano-Micro Letters, researchers from China developed a polymer-based hierarchically multifunctional polyimide composite film comprising of layers of 61.0 weight% graphene oxide/expanded graphite, 23.8 weight% ferric oxide/polyimide, and polyimide fibers to be used as a flexible, heat-dissipating, and electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding film for electronic devices.

16 Dec 2021

Quasi-3D Photonic Crystal Enclosure for Photoluminescence of Metal Halide Perovskites

A group of researchers from Spain developed a quasi-3D photonic crystal-based encapsulation for cesium lead halide (CsPbX3) perovskite nanocrystals for use in optoelectronic devices.

14 Dec 2021

Cellulose Nanofiber-based Substrates for Detection of Porphyrin-Type Molecules in Raman Spectroscopy

In a recent study published in the journal ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering, researchers replaced organic semiconductor materials like graphene oxide substrates with metal-free cellulose nanofiber-based polymer substrate in surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) to analyze organic porphyrin-type molecules.

13 Dec 2021

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The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

The primary distinction between graphene-based batteries and solid-state batteries lies in the composition of either electrode. Although the cathode is commonly changed, carbon allotropes can also be employed in fabricating anodes.

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

In recent years, the IoT is rapidly being introduced into almost all sectors, but it has particular importance in the EV industry.

Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology News

Imidazole as Solvent for the Synthesis of Carbon Supported Cobalt Nanoparticles Catalyst

Building Polymer Dots with Conjugated Polymers Embedded in Hydrogels

Toggling Nanolasers with Magnets Lays the Groundwork for Better Photonics

Scientists Develop Method to Tune into Graphene Nanoribbons’ Electronic Potential

Phosphorene Nanoribbons Dramatically Improve Solar Cells’ Efficiency

Removing Pollutants with Nano Bioremediation

Nanodiamond-Reinforced Composite Membranes for Efficient Hydrogen Purification

Thermal Conductivity of Polyimide Composite Films

Quasi-3D Photonic Crystal Enclosure for Photoluminescence of Metal Halide Perovskites

Cellulose Nanofiber-based Substrates for Detection of Porphyrin-Type Molecules in Raman Spectroscopy

How are Fine Ceramics Supporting the Next Generation of Renewable Energy?

Beyond Lithium: How Group14 Is Redefining the Future of Battery Technology

Decoding Catalytic Processes: Advancing FTIR Research with Iso-Potential Operando Spectroscopy

SU7000 & SU8700 Schottky Field Emission SEMs: Ultra High-Resolution & Analytical Imaging

TSL-570: High Performance Tunable Laser

Advanced Reconstruction Toolbox from ZEISS

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Sheet Resistance Measurement on TOPCon Solar Cells

The Link Between FIB-SEM and TEM

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Characterizing Hyaluronic Acid with Online Multi-Angle Light Scattering

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology News

How are Fine Ceramics Supporting the Next Generation of Renewable Energy?

Beyond Lithium: How Group14 Is Redefining the Future of Battery Technology

Decoding Catalytic Processes: Advancing FTIR Research with Iso-Potential Operando Spectroscopy

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