Articles tagged with Conductive Polymers
Researchers at WSU have developed a method to improve the performance of conductive plastic, which can be used in devices that interface with the human body. The material is biocompatible and can detect faint signals from neurons, enabling medical breakthroughs such as limb reanimation.
Dr. Yi Hong's research aims to create flexible, conductive, and biodegradable elastomers for biomedical applications like tissue repair. His technology has the potential to expand beyond biomedical fields into biodegradable electronics and wearable electronics.
Dr. Yu Zhu, a polymer scientist at the University of Akron, has received a $538,679 NSF CAREER Award to study new types of conjugated polymers with fused sites enabling hydrogen bonding. The project aims to design high-performance polymer electronics for flexible and economical electronic materials.
A team at Osaka University has successfully demonstrated experimental evidence and theoretical calculations to show that Coulomb blockade occurs on two-dimensional organic conducting polymer films. This breakthrough could revolutionize our understanding and design properties of organic and molecular devices.
Researchers at Linköping University have discovered that disorder and short-range intermolecular aggregation can enhance the conductivity of conjugated polymers. This finding opens up new avenues for developing faster electronic components.
Researchers at POSTECH develop a method to form PANI nanosheets on deep frozen ice, resulting in high electronic current flows and conductivity. The process is environmentally friendly, inexpensive, and can produce large areas of nanosheets in minutes.
Researchers at the University of Akron have developed a polymer coating that allows medical sensors implanted in the body to communicate with it. The coating, which is biocompatible and conductive, can monitor biomarkers such as blood sugar levels around the clock.
Researchers at the University of Houston have discovered a conductive electron-transporting polymer that offers significant electronic conductivity and stability. The lithium-doped naphthalene-bithiophene polymer enables ultrafast battery applications, with record-setting charge-discharge performance.
Researchers have developed a new type of plastic that can conduct electricity, paving the way for innovative applications such as transparent solar cells, flexible batteries, and ultrathin coatings. The plastic, called PTMA, is about 10 times more electrically conductive than common semiconducting polymers.
Researchers have developed conducting polymer films decorated with biomolecules to facilitate cell growth, adhesion, and manipulation. The films are created through hydrogel stamps and can be tailored to various shapes, sizes, and surface properties.
PhD students Katarina Bengtsson and Sara Nilsson have developed a significant step toward miniaturized gel electrophoresis by replacing traditional platinum electrodes with conducting polymer materials. This advance allows for faster and more reliable medical diagnoses and DNA sequencing.
Four University of Texas at Arlington faculty members - Frank Lewis, Carolyn Cason, Ron Elsenbaumer, and Vistasp Karbhari - have been elected as National Academy of Inventors fellows. They are recognized for their innovative work in various fields, including electrical engineering, nursing, chemistry, and mechanical engineering.
A team of researchers at Bangor University has made significant discoveries on the behavior of polyethylene in conducting electrical charges. The study reveals that the nano-scale structure of polyethylene, with crystalline regions separated by amorphous zones, plays a crucial role in charge conduction.
Researchers at Georgia Tech have introduced a universal technique to reduce the work function of conductors, enabling efficient and low-work-function electrodes. The new method uses a thin layer of polymer to create a strong surface dipole, making air-stable conductors suitable for printed electronics.
Researchers have designed a new conducting polymer that enables the use of silicon as a next-generation lithium-ion battery anode, storing eight times more energy than current designs. The material maintains its capacity after over a year of testing, with potential applications in electric cars and consumer electronics.
A team of UCLA chemists and engineers has developed a new method for coating large surfaces with nanofiber thin films that are both transparent and electrically conductive. The technique, published in the Proceedings of National Academy of Sciences, uses a solution-based approach and can be applied to virtually any surface.
A team of McGill University researchers has developed a method to study energy transport along individual conductive polymer molecules, enabling the development of new technologies. By visualizing energy transport in various conformations, they aim to improve sensors and hybrid organic-inorganic light harvesting materials for solar cells.
Researchers at MIT have developed a method to transform polyethylene into a thermally conductive material, outperforming some metals in thermal conductivity. The new process involves aligning polymer molecules to enhance heat transfer efficiency.
A new battery made of cellulose shows promise for powering flexible electronics, such as clothing and packaging. The battery's performance is improved by coating a conductive polymer on individual cellulose fibers, creating a nano-thin coating that enables efficient electricity storage.
Researchers at Northwestern University and Princeton University created a new kind of polymer that incorporates functionalized, exfoliated graphene sheets, exhibiting extraordinary thermal and mechanical properties. The polymer's electroconductivity is also being studied to create optically transparent conducting polymers.
Researchers at Ohio State University developed a new technology using nano-fibers that can conduct electricity and repel dirt. These fibers have diverse applications in self-cleaning surfaces, transparent electronics, and biomedical tools, including manipulating DNA strands.
Researchers found that adding grease to certain plastics improves their electrical conductivity, enabling flexible switches for transistors and displays. The discovery outlines a chemical process to produce next-generation tiny switches, promising breakthroughs in plastic electronics.
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University discovered a way to create polymers that can conduct electricity by growing very pure, single RRP chains. The study shows that the nanostructure of these plastics enhances their ability to conduct electricity, and that increasing the width of RRP nanofibrils exponentially increases charge carri...
Researchers at MIT have proposed a new theory that could eliminate the obstacle of limited speed and control in artificial muscles. By applying specific light frequencies, engineers can activate devices more quickly without added energy demands or extra weight.
Researchers at National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) have developed a method to create nanoporous, conducting polymer films that can detect toxic gases. The process uses electrostatic repulsion to pattern the polyaniline particles on complex device structures.
The 'one-step' chain growth method enables the design and synthesis of various highly conductive polymers. Regioregular polythiophenes can be formed into nanowire sheets or create a plethora of new conducting polymers by varying the chemical cap. This research has significant implications for applications in devices like transistors.
Scientists at Northwestern University developed a method to construct flat or curved nanoscale structures using hybrid gold-polymer rods. The controlled assembly process holds promise for creating new materials with unique electronic and optical properties.
Scientists create novel processing methods for producing organic conducting polymer circuits, leveraging micro contact printing for low-cost, adaptable, and fast production. The technique utilizes functionalized polymers that attach to surfaces via chemical reactions, overcoming conventional ink printing limitations.
Researchers have developed an innovative in-place fabrication method for conjugate conducting organic polymers, solving the long-standing problem of creating flexible circuits. This process enables the production of high-performance electronic devices, such as transistors and flexible displays.
Researchers at the University of Illinois Chicago have developed a new method for growing conducting polymers, called Surface Polymerization by Ion-Assisted Deposition. This method allows for the creation of large areas of films with controlled chemistry and shape on a nanometer scale.
Researchers have successfully synthesized clusters of fluorine-containing dendritic polymers that organize into tiny supramolecular cylinders. These nanocylinders display promising optoelectronic properties and can be used as donor- or acceptor groups, enabling the creation of novel electronic devices.
The UC-SMART program is allocating $1.5 million over four years to support cutting-edge semiconductor research at the University of California, Santa Barbara. Researchers will focus on developing novel materials and devices for optical and electronic applications, including organic chromophores, nanoparticle patterning, self-assembled ...
The Idaho National Laboratory's lithium battery solid electrolyte has been recognized by the DOE as a top consumer product, offering substantial savings and improvements in safety. The technology promises longer-lasting rechargeable batteries with reduced waste, making it suitable for applications such as space exploration and pacemakers.
Researchers have discovered a method for producing silicon-based chemicals from sand, rice hull ash, and antifreeze, reducing the need for expensive high-temperature processing and toxic by-products. The new process enables the creation of novel compounds with potential pharmacological activity, such as wound healing and hair growth.
Swager's innovative use of active plastics has led to the development of a highly sensitive plastic landmine detector, outperforming even trained dogs. His research also focuses on creating molecular wires with conductive molecules and insulation.
Researchers develop tailor-made polymers to optimize OLED devices, increasing efficiency and reducing operational lifetime. By adjusting the degree of oxidation, they achieve better hole injection and improved color emission.
Polymers are versatile molecules made up of repeating units bonded together. During National Chemistry Week, families can participate in hands-on activities to learn about polymers' uses in everyday life, including disposable diapers and sports gear.
Researchers have discovered a new polymer that produces water vapor and leaves a nearly nonflammable residue when heated, making it more fire-resistant than current materials. The study's findings could help prevent deaths in survivable airplane accidents, which account for 40% of fatalities.
Scientists develop polymers that can emit patterns of light using microlithographic technique, opening door to plastic LEDs in displays. The new technology has potential to replace silicon-based electronics with plastics.
Researchers found that individual polymer vibrations can be accurately described by a linear theory, similar to the vibrations of a musical string. The study used DNA strands and optical tweezers to analyze their movements, finding a high accuracy rate of over 1 percent up to the eighth harmonic.
Researchers can now customize surfaces to specific qualities, such as absorbency, adhesiveness, and bio-activity. This breakthrough has far-reaching implications for fields like medicine, microelectronics, and oil recovery.
A series of Weizmann Institute studies discovered that more flexible polymer chains in a mixture settle at the surface. The rate of thickening is controlled by van der Waals forces, leading to extremely slow growth in accordance with a mathematical formula involving approximately the power of 4.
Researchers at Johns Hopkins University have developed a rechargeable, all-plastic battery that can operate in extreme temperatures and has potential for small consumer devices. The battery's unique design allows for flexibility and adaptability, making it suitable for various applications including space satellites.