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How do atoms vibrate in graphene nanostructures?

Researchers developed a method to measure all phonons in graphene nanostructures, opening new possibilities for material design and optimization. This breakthrough technique uses high-resolution electron spectroscopy inside an electron microscope, resolving spatial and momentum vibrations.

SourceUniversity of Vienna·JournalNature·DateAug 12, 2019

You're not so tough, h-BN

Researchers at Rice University have created a method to modify hexagonal-boron nitride (h-BN) by attaching carbon chains, making it easier to bond with polymers and other materials. This modification also makes the material more dispersible in organic solvents.

SourceRice University·JournalThe Journal of Physical Chemistry C·DateAug 12, 2019

Graphite intercalation compounds may offer keys to prolonging battery life

Researchers studied H2SO4-GIC to monitor stage transitions and observed a difference in mechanisms between natural flake graphite-based and HOPG-based GICs. The findings advance the field of graphene and have potential applications in Li-ion batteries, hydrogen fuel cells, and single-layer graphene production.

SourceKazan Federal University·JournalThe Journal of Physical Chemistry C·DateAug 8, 2019
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Researchers embrace imperfection to improve biomolecule transport

University of Illinois researchers discovered that tiny defects formed during fabrication can be used to direct molecules into membrane pores. Their findings could lead to devices that quickly sequence DNA for personalized medicine, increasing capture throughput by several orders of magnitude.

SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalNature Nanotechnology·DateAug 5, 2019

Synthesizing single-crystalline hexagonal graphene quantum dots

Researchers at KAIST have developed a novel synthesis method for single-crystalline hexagonal graphene quantum dots, which emit stable blue light. The team successfully created homogeneous nucleation of graphene quantum dots through a single-phase reaction.

SourceThe Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)·JournalNano Letters·DateAug 2, 2019

A novel graphene-matrix-assisted stabilization method will help unique 2D materials to become a part

Researchers from Russia and Japan have developed a new stabilization method for unique 2D copper oxide materials using graphene, allowing them to exhibit stable rectangular atomic structures. This breakthrough has significant implications for the development of spintronics devices, as these materials show promise in this field.

SourceSkolkovo Institute of Science and Technology (Skoltech)·JournalThe Journal of Physical Chemistry C·DateAug 1, 2019

Promising new solar-powered path to hydrogen fuel production

A team of engineers at Lehigh University has successfully created a catalyst that uses sunlight to split water molecules, producing hydrogen. This process is performed at room temperature and under ambient pressure, making it a promising route towards a renewable energy-based economy.

SourceLehigh University·JournalGreen Chemistry·DateAug 1, 2019
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Experiments explore the mysteries of 'magic' angle superconductors

New experiments reveal that magic-angle twisted graphene's superconductivity arises from strong interactions between electrons, yielding insights into the rules governing superconductivity. The discovery provides a fundamentally different mechanism for superconductivity compared to traditional materials.

SourcePrinceton University·JournalNature·DateJul 31, 2019

Stanford physicists discover new quantum trick for graphene: Magnetism

Researchers at Stanford University have discovered a novel form of magnetism, called orbital ferromagnetism, generated by carefully stacking and rotating honeycomb-shaped carbon lattices. This finding could prove useful for certain applications, such as quantum computing.

SourceStanford University - School of Humanities and Sciences·JournalScience·DateJul 26, 2019
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A graphene superconductor that plays more than one tune

Researchers developed a graphene device that can switch between superconducting and insulating states, allowing for the study of exotic quantum physics. The device, made of three atomically thin layers of graphene, exhibits unique properties such as high-temperature superconductivity and Mott insulator behavior.

SourceDOE/Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory·JournalNature·DateJul 17, 2019

Fluorine speeds up two-dimensional materials growth

Researchers find that introducing a controlled amount of fluorine enhances the growth rate of 2D materials like graphene, h-BN, and WS2. This allows for faster production of high-quality films, reducing synthesis time by up to 70%. The study demonstrates a promising approach to controlling the growth of 2D materials.

SourceInstitute for Basic Science·JournalNature Chemistry·DateJul 15, 2019

Will your future computer be made using bacteria?

Scientists have developed a method to produce graphene materials using bacteria, overcoming a major hurdle in adopting this revolutionary nanomaterial. The bacterially-produced graphene material retains its amazing properties, making it suitable for innovative technologies such as field-effect transistor biosensors and conductive inks.

SourceUniversity of Rochester·JournalChemistryOpen·DateJul 10, 2019
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On-demand control of terahertz and infrared waves

Graphene's ability to control infrared and terahertz waves using magnetic fields has been confirmed experimentally, opening up new possibilities for opto-electronics, telecommunications, and medical diagnostics. The research also shows that graphene can be used to observe molecular chirality and search for life on exoplanets.

SourceUniversité de Genève·JournalNature Nanotechnology·DateJul 9, 2019

Left out to dry: A more efficient way to harvest algae biomass

Researchers at the University of Tsukuba developed a reusable nanostructured graphene system to efficiently remove water from algae biomass, preserving environmental benefits. This innovation increases the yield of eco-friendly biofuels, pharmaceuticals, and fertilizers.

SourceUniversity of Tsukuba·JournalAdvanced Sustainable Systems·DateJul 8, 2019

Producing graphene from carbon dioxide

Researchers at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) have developed a method to directly synthesize graphene from greenhouse gas carbon dioxide. The process involves a catalytically active metal surface, resulting in a simple one-step conversion. This breakthrough could lead to the production of valuable materials and contribute to r...

SourceKarlsruher Institut für Technologie (KIT)·JournalChemSusChem·DateJul 8, 2019

Bionic catalysts to produce clean energy

Researchers at KAUST have created a biohybrid material that performs well as an electrocatalyst, enabling the production of carbon-free fuels and green-energy applications. The material outperforms expensive metal-based OER catalysts in terms of efficiency and is environmentally friendly.

SourceKing Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST)·JournalChemistry of Materials·DateJul 2, 2019

Graphenes now go monolayer and single crystalline

Researchers at IBS have successfully fabricated a single layer graphene film on large area copper foils with no adlayers, achieving adlayer-free and single crystal graphene. This breakthrough enables the creation of high-performance devices with consistent uniformity in the number of layers over large areas.

SourceInstitute for Basic Science·JournalAdvanced Materials·DateJul 2, 2019
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Physicists OK commercial graphene for T-wave detection

Researchers successfully demonstrated resonant absorption of terahertz radiation in commercially available graphene, enabling faster internet and a safe replacement for X-ray body scans. The high electron mobility in graphene makes it a promising material for ultrafast photodetectors.

SourceMoscow Institute of Physics and Technology·JournalPhysical Review Applied·DateJul 2, 2019

Cost effective, large scale graphene with AIXTRON systems

AIXTRON's Neutron system enables roll-to-roll graphene production under ambient conditions, bringing costs down by two orders of magnitude. The CCS 2D system targets semiconductor applications, offering large-scale production of graphene on insulating wafers.

SourceGraphene Flagship·DateJun 26, 2019

Graphene goes to space!

The Graphene Flagship partners with the European Space Agency and the University of Cambridge to launch a rocket into space, testing the printing of graphene patterns on silicon substrates in zero gravity. The mission aims to validate graphene's self-assembly properties and pave the way for its use in long-term space exploration.

SourceGraphene Flagship·DateJun 25, 2019

Research reveals exotic quantum states in double-layer graphene

The study reveals the emergence of fractional quantum Hall effect in double-layer graphene, with new states exhibiting excellent agreement with composite fermion model. However, some features remain unexplained, suggesting pairing interaction between composite fermions and potentially hosting non-Abelian wave functions.

SourceColumbia University School of Engineering and Applied Science·JournalNature Physics·DateJun 25, 2019
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Branching out: Making graphene from gum trees

Researchers at RMIT University and the National Institute of Technology, Warangal, have developed a novel approach to produce graphene using eucalyptus bark extract. This method is cheaper and more sustainable than current synthesis methods, reducing production costs from $100 per gram to just 50 cents per gram.

SourceRMIT University·JournalACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering·DateJun 23, 2019
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Physics at the edge

Researchers have successfully created a graphene-based topological insulator, which enables the creation of low-dissipation ballistic electrical circuits. This breakthrough builds upon previous work and overcomes challenges related to spin-orbit coupling, a key component necessary for topological insulators.

SourceUniversity of California - Santa Barbara·JournalNature·DateJun 12, 2019
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Organic electronics: a new semiconductor in the carbon-nitride family

A new organic semiconductor material, triazine-based graphitic carbon nitride (TGCN), has been synthesized with a band gap of 1.7 electron volts, ideal for optoelectronics applications. The material exhibits high perpendicular conductivity, 65 times greater than planar conductivity.

SourceHelmholtz-Zentrum Berlin für Materialien und Energie·JournalAngewandte Chemie International Edition·DateJun 6, 2019

Flexible generators turn movement into energy

Researchers at Rice University have created a material that generates electricity from movement, enabling the creation of wearable devices powered by human activity. The triboelectric effect is used to harness energy from contact and separation between materials, producing enough power to charge small capacitors.

SourceRice University·JournalACS Nano·DateMay 31, 2019
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Graphene to enable future space exploration

Researchers use graphene to improve loop heat pipes, essential for satellites and equipment in space. The Graphene Flagship project aims to integrate these devices into satellites and the international space station in the next few years.

SourceGraphene Flagship·DateMay 29, 2019

Mathematically designed graphene has improved electrocatalytic activity

Researchers at Tohoku University have developed a graphene electrocatalyst with improved hydrogen evolution reaction performance by adding nitrogen and phosphorus dopants around well-defined edges of graphene holes. This approach enhances the number of active sites for chemical reactions to occur, leading to better electrolysis outcomes.

SourceTohoku University·JournalAdvanced Science·DateMay 24, 2019

New flatland material: Physicists obtain quasi-2D gold

Researchers from Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology have synthesized a quasi-2D gold film by using monolayer molybdenum disulfide as an adhesion layer. The resulting ultrathin films conduct electricity well and are useful for flexible and transparent electronics.

SourceMoscow Institute of Physics and Technology·JournalAdvanced Materials Interfaces·DateMay 23, 2019

Plumbene, graphene's latest cousin, realized on the 'nano water cube'

Nagoya University researchers have successfully synthesized plumbene, a lead-based 2D material that exhibits the largest spin-orbit interaction among its cousins. The discovery was achieved through epitaxial growth on a palladium substrate, revealing a honeycomb structure with potential applications in topological insulators and quantu...

SourceNagoya University·JournalAdvanced Materials·DateMay 23, 2019

How to enlarge 2D materials as single crystals?

Researchers at Institute for Basic Science synthesize hBN single crystals of 10*10 cm2 using a new substrate with lower symmetry. The study reveals that the substrate's symmetry affects crystal alignment and provides a general guideline for synthesizing various 2D materials.

SourceInstitute for Basic Science·JournalNature·DateMay 22, 2019
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Strain enables new applications of 2D materials

Physicists from the University of Belgrade have found a way to manipulate superthin layers of graphene to create new artificial materials with enhanced properties. Applying tensile biaxial strain increases the critical temperature, making high-temperature superconductivity easier to achieve.

SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalJournal of Applied Physics·DateMay 21, 2019

Manipulating atoms one at a time with an electron beam

Researchers at MIT and the University of Vienna have developed a new method to manipulate atoms using a highly focused electron beam, enabling precise control over atomic positioning and bonding orientation. This breakthrough could lead to new ways of making quantum computing devices and sensors.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalScience Advances·DateMay 17, 2019

Washable, wearable battery-like devices could be woven directly into clothes

Researchers at the University of Cambridge have developed wearable electronic components that can be directly incorporated into fabrics, enabling flexible circuits, healthcare monitoring, and energy conversion. The devices are based on low-cost, sustainable, and scalable dyeing of polyester fabric using graphene inks.

SourceUniversity of Cambridge·JournalNanoscale·DateMay 15, 2019
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Like submicroscopic spacecrafts: graphene flakes to control neuron activity

Researchers have discovered that graphene flakes can selectively and reversibly affect specific neurons in the brain, offering a promising approach for treating conditions like epilepsy. The study's findings suggest that the particles' size is key to their selectivity, with effects observed only at specific synapse sites.

SourceScuola Internazionale Superiore di Studi Avanzati·JournalNano Letters·DateMay 9, 2019

Researchers create 'force field' for super materials

Scientists have created a method to protect graphene and carbon nanotubes (CNTs) from environmental poisoning, preserving their extraordinary properties. The technique uses a protective layer to allow carbon diffusion, enabling controlled growth of these materials.

SourceUniversity of Surrey·JournalCarbon·DateMay 9, 2019
Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only)

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Development of graphene with enhanced speed of high frequency signal transmission

Researchers at DGIST developed a graphene-based transmission line with improved electron speed, contributing to faster processing speeds in semiconductor and communication devices. The team increased device concentration inside graphene, reducing resistance and enhancing electrical characteristics.

SourceDGIST (Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology)·JournalAdvanced Functional Materials·DateMay 8, 2019

Nanomaterials mimicking natural enzymes with superior catalytic activity and selectivity

A KAIST research team synthesized a peroxidase-mimicking nanozyme with superior catalytic activity and selectivity, overcoming the limitations of natural enzymes. The nanozymes can accurately detect target materials like hydrogen peroxide and acetylcholine, paving the way for early diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease.

SourceThe Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)·JournalACS Nano·DateApr 30, 2019
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Graphene sponge helps lithium sulphur batteries reach new potential

Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology developed a graphene sponge that acts as a free-standing electrode in lithium sulphur batteries, improving their energy density and cycle life. The new design achieves an 85% capacity retention after 350 cycles, reducing instability issues.

SourceChalmers University of Technology·JournalJournal of Power Sources·DateApr 29, 2019

How to purify water with graphene

Scientists have discovered that graphene can be used to purify water by capturing bacterial cells, making it drinkable. The process involves adding graphene oxide to solutions containing E.coli bacteria, resulting in the formation of flakes that can be easily extracted and reused.

SourceNational University of Science and Technology MISIS·JournalMaterials Science and Engineering C·DateApr 29, 2019

Decoupled graphene thanks to potassium bromide

Graphene decoupling with potassium bromide leads to improved electrical properties, closing the gap to pure graphene. This method reduces damage and contamination during transfer, enabling defect-free production.

SourceUniversity of Basel·JournalACS Nano·DateApr 29, 2019
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New nanomaterial to replace mercury

Researchers at NTNU have created a new electronic component that emits ultraviolet light, replacing traditional fluorescent lamps with a non-toxic and cheaper alternative. The technology has the potential to increase market demand for UVC products by 40% annually.

SourceNorwegian University of Science and Technology·JournalNano Letters·DateApr 24, 2019

Modified 'white graphene' for eco-friendly energy

Researchers from TPU, Germany, and US successfully functionalized 'white graphene' using eco-friendly photopolymerization without altering its properties. The new material was used as a catalyst for splitting water into hydrogen and oxygen, offering a promising alternative to expensive platinum or gold.

SourceTomsk Polytechnic University·JournalSmall·DateApr 22, 2019

Graphene gives a tremendous boost to future terahertz cameras

Researchers at ICFO have developed a graphene-enabled photodetector that operates at room temperature, is highly sensitive, and very fast. This breakthrough enhances the performance of existing terahertz detectors, paving the way for the creation of fully digital low-cost camera systems.

SourceICFO-The Institute of Photonic Sciences·JournalNano Letters·DateApr 15, 2019
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'Deep learning' casts wide net for novel 2D materials

Rice University engineers employ neural networks to rapidly model the characteristics of new 2D materials, significantly reducing computational time. The technique enables accurate predictions with minimal data, facilitating bottom-up design and discovery.

SourceRice University·JournalSmall·DateApr 10, 2019

Graphene coating could help prevent lithium battery fires

Researchers at University of Illinois Chicago found that graphene coating can reduce lithium battery fires by preventing oxygen release from cathode decomposition. The coating showed significant reduction in oxygen release under high heat, maintaining battery performance even after rapid cycling.

SourceUniversity of Illinois Chicago·JournalAdvanced Functional Materials·DateApr 9, 2019