Transport properties Research update Graphene drumheads double as quantum dots Strain alters the electronic properties of carbon-based material Read article: Graphene drumheads double as quantum dots
Transport properties Research update Hydrogel electronics makes its debut Nanostructured gel could lead to better sensors and supercapacitors Read article: Hydrogel electronics makes its debut
Quantum optics Research update Putting a new twist on optical communications Orbital angular momentum boosts data transmission Read article: Putting a new twist on optical communications
Lasers Research update Frequency comb helps kill dangerous bacteria Spectroscopy technique monitors decontamination Read article: Frequency comb helps kill dangerous bacteria
Transport properties Research update Plasmons spotted in graphene Gate-controlled devices could act as optical switches Read article: Plasmons spotted in graphene
Imaging Research update Gigapixel camera pushes resolution limit Camera uses "multiscale" lenses to combat inherent defects Read article: Gigapixel camera pushes resolution limit
Transport properties Research update Silicene pops out of the plane Silicon-based version of graphene could offer greater flexibility Read article: Silicene pops out of the plane
Transport properties Research update Electrons feel the heat in new graphene photodetector Bolometer could be used in security, medicine and astronomy Read article: Electrons feel the heat in new graphene photodetector
Transport properties Research update Spintronic film senses magnetic fields Organic sensor can be integrated in a chip Read article: Spintronic film senses magnetic fields
Renewables Research update ‘Seabed carpet’ could harness wave energy Storm-resistant technology should also calm the seas Read article: ‘Seabed carpet’ could harness wave energy