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Scientists Develop Low-Power All-Optical Switch Using Quantum Dots

At the Joint Quantum Institute, a research team, comprising Edo Waks and colleagues, has developed an all-optical switch utilizing a quantum dot integrated within a tiny hole-free arcade, which behaves like a resonant cavity.

5 May 2012

Global Semiconductor Market to Experience Strong Revenue Growth in 2012

According to IDC’s new version of Worldwide Semiconductor Applications Forecaster (SAF), in the year 2011, the global semiconductor revenues reached $301 billion, which is an increase of over 3.7%.

2 May 2012

Researchers Use Thin-Film Process to Increase Bulk Alloy's Electrical Conductivity

Materials scientists from MIT and Boston College are developing a novel nanotechnology design to increase the electrical conductivity of a bulk alloy semiconductor such as Silicon Germanium (SiGe) by 30 to 40%.

27 Apr 2012

Toshiba to Reconstruct New Semiconductor Manufacturing Plant in Thailand

Toshiba has reported that the company will reconstruct its semiconductor manufacturing plant in Thailand. Toshiba Semiconductor Thailand (TST) will be relocated to a new manufacturing unit.

25 Apr 2012

Novel Carbon-Based Semiconducting Material for Electronic Applications

A new semiconducting material, known as graphene monoxide (GMO), has been discovered by a research team from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM).

18 Apr 2012

Comprehensive Report Discusses Recent Trends in Semiconductor Lithography Market

The Information Network has published a new report titled ‘The Global Market for Equipment and Materials for IC Manufacturing.’

4 Apr 2012

ILL Scientists Make Major Discovery in Quantum Fluids

Using a neutron scattering technique, researchers from the Institut Laue-Langevin (ILL) have performed a study on two-dimensional fermion liquids and identified a new type of density wave with very short wave-length.

31 Mar 2012

Study on Phase Change Materials

Researchers from the Department of Materials Science at the University of Cambridge and Optoelectronic Research Centre at the University of Southampton have conducted a study on the phase change memory materials using advanced equipment and MEMS sensors.

31 Mar 2012

MEI Announces Major Process Advancement for Highest Purity Polysilicon Material

MEI, a diversified manufacturing and service company serving the solar, semiconductor, and high technology industries, announced that its Pura wet processing system has achieved a major milestone to produce high-purity polysilicon. This ultra-pure electronic-grade material is suitable for high efficiency solar cell and semiconductor production.

28 Mar 2012

MIT Team Evaluates Costs and Impact of Advanced Material Manufacturing

An Environmentally Benign Manufacturing research team led by Tim Gutowski, a professor of mechanical engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), is working on the environmental impacts and costs associated with advanced material manufacturing.

26 Mar 2012

Editorial Highlights

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.

Semiconductor News

Scientists Develop Low-Power All-Optical Switch Using Quantum Dots

Global Semiconductor Market to Experience Strong Revenue Growth in 2012

Researchers Use Thin-Film Process to Increase Bulk Alloy's Electrical Conductivity

Toshiba to Reconstruct New Semiconductor Manufacturing Plant in Thailand

Novel Carbon-Based Semiconducting Material for Electronic Applications

Comprehensive Report Discusses Recent Trends in Semiconductor Lithography Market

ILL Scientists Make Major Discovery in Quantum Fluids

Study on Phase Change Materials

MEI Announces Major Process Advancement for Highest Purity Polysilicon Material

MIT Team Evaluates Costs and Impact of Advanced Material Manufacturing

How to Use AFM to Study 2D Materials and Superlattices

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

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

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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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?

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How to Use AFM to Study 2D Materials and Superlattices

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

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

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3NanoMOFs: Enhancing Anti-Counterfeiting Through Multi-Spectral Photonic Security

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5Improving Wound Care with Bioactive Material-Based Dressings

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