graphene

In Pursuit Of Perfect Metal Crystals

Scientists in South Korea have devised a technique to obtain large single crystals of copper, nickel, cobalt, platinum or palladium.

The Goldilocks Zone For Graphene-Coated Nanoparticles

Scientists in Japan have identified the precise number of graphene layers that would help to stabilize nanoparticles without compromising their catalytic ability.

A Sublime Method To Measure Ultrathin Films

Researchers have successfully measured the tensile strength of centimeter-scale monolayer graphene for the first time, using camphor as a naturally-volatilizing support.

Shedding Light On Bubbly Graphene

Scientists at the Institute of Basic Science in South Korea have used a single laser beam to probe the behavior of graphene bubbles.

Holey Graphene Boosts Hydrogen Production

Graphene riddled with holes can protect metal electrodes from acid degradation, thereby increasing the efficiency of hydrogen production during electrolysis.

Robots Join The Search For Advanced 2D Materials

A Japanese research team has developed a robot for the automated assembly of two-dimensional crystalline nanomaterials.

Producing Graphene With 50 Times Less Solvent

A Singapore-based research team has developed a cost-effective technique for the mass production of high-quality graphene.

Graphene With A Twist

Scientists in Japan have synthesized helical nanographene and confirmed its structure using X-ray crystallography.

A Tip For Controlling Growth On Graphene

Using atomic force microscopy, researchers in Japan have discovered a method to align molecules on a graphene surface.