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Scientists Succeed in Manipulating Graphene's Electronic Band Structure with Metal Atoms

Scientists at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Ames Laboratory succeeded in manipulating the electronic structure of graphene, which could in the fabrication of graphene transistors that are more reliable and faster than the currently available silicon-based transistors.

30 Aug 2017

Researchers Create Process for Synthesizing Pure Graphene

Formed deep within the earth, graphene has been proved to be stronger than steel, and thinner than a human hair. Some experts even refer to it as “the most amazing and versatile” material known to man.

30 Aug 2017

Synthesizing and Optimizing Self-Supporting Graphene Membranes

Due to its stable, tear-resistant, and very thin atomic layers, graphene is considered to be the next-generation material. For instance, it is best suited for developing ultra-light electronics or mechanical components that are highly stable.

28 Aug 2017

Researchers Provide New Insights about Physics of Conductive Materials by Examining Electrons in Graphene

Compared to copper, graphene is much more conductive, partly due to its 2D structure. In a majority of metals, conductivity is restricted by crystal flaws which cause electrons to often scatter like billiard balls when they travel through the material.

23 Aug 2017

New Technique Allows Synthesis of Large-Size Single-Crystal Graphene Films

“Preparation defines the future”. Ever since its discovery, the synthesis of graphene has for a long time played a significant role in the graphene community.

23 Aug 2017

Advancing the Field of Wearable Devices by Means of Flexible Batteries

The use of graphene in printed electronic devices has been the reason for rapid advancement in the field of wearable technology.

14 Aug 2017

Scientists Show Growing Atom-Thin Sheets on Cones Allows Control of Defects in 2D Material

Researchers from Rice University have discovered a way to manipulate 2D materials to design in defects that improve the materials’ properties.

10 Aug 2017

Graphene-Based Nanotube Biosensor Could Detect Single Biomolecules Efficiently

Edward Honein has joined the Laboratory of Nanobiotechnology at EPFL from the American University of Beirut. Under the guidance of Professor Ardemis Boghossian, Honein’s summer project aims to develop a nanotube-based biosensor.

7 Aug 2017

New Dual-Surface Graphene Electrode Helps Split Water into Hydrogen and Oxygen

A catalyst based on laser-induced grapheme, which splits water into hydrogen on one side and oxygen on the other side, has been produced by Rice University chemists. According to the chemists, the cost-effective material may be a practical component in producing the hydrogen for use in future fuel cells.

7 Aug 2017

2D Materials Could Revolutionize Composites And Even Clean Our Water

Graphene, which is a two-dimensional material, may be only one or two atoms thick, but they are poised to revolutionize composites, power flexible electronics and even clean water. $$IMAGE$$ Still, being this thin ...

3 Aug 2017