Semiconductors and electronics Research update LEDs move into the ultraviolet A diode that emits light at the shortest wavelength is made Read article: LEDs move into the ultraviolet
Transport properties Research update Plastics go metallic A new method can make polyaniline films with all the hallmarks of a metal
Transport properties Research update Spray-on silicon makes its debut Scientists find way of making electronic devices using silicon from solution
Transport properties Research update The importance of staying clean Ultra-thin layers of silicon can conduct -- but only if clean Read article: The importance of staying clean
Semiconductors and electronics Feature From electronics to anyonics Anyone for anyons? Read article: From electronics to anyonics
Semiconductors and electronics Research update Silicon chip puts the brakes on light A photonic crystal circuit offers control over the speed of light at infrared wavelengths
Semiconductors and electronics Research update Nanocrystals enhance photovoltaics A new type of solar cell combines the advantages of organic and inorganic designs Read article: Nanocrystals enhance photovoltaics
Transport properties Research update Making the most of doping Ordered array of dopants boost the performance of semiconductor devices Read article: Making the most of doping
Transport properties Research update Water in a whirl Electric fields cause vortex rings to form Read article: Water in a whirl
Semiconductors and electronics Research update Nanotubes make perfect diodes Carbon-based devices take another step forward Read article: Nanotubes make perfect diodes
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