semiconductors
Nanotechnology Gives Solar Cells A Big Boost
How do you double the efficiency of solar cells? With nanotechnology, of course.
Researchers Observe Superconductivity In Bismuth Crystal
A group of Indian scientists has discovered that a high-quality single crystal of bismuth can act as a superconductor.
The World’s Thinnest Photodetector
Korean researchers have developed a photodetector that is ten times smaller than the current standard silicon diodes.
Semiconductor Collaboration Recognized For Successful Public Private Partnership
The award recognizes the efforts of an R&D collaboration to research and develop innovative integrated electronics systems.
Ultra-Thin Ferroelectric Material Could Power Next-Gen Semiconductors
The ferroelectric material, called called hafnium oxide, could improve the performance of next-generation sensors and semiconductors.
One-Pot, Two-Step Synthesis For Organic Semiconductors
Scientists in Japan have discovered a simplified method to synthesize sulfur-based organic semiconductors more efficiently.
Asia’s Scientific Trailblazers: Hideo Hosono
Thanks to the work of Japanese materials scientist Hideo Hosono, we now have much more efficient flat-screen TV displays.
Tiny Gold ‘Trenches’ Make Nanomaterial 20,000 Times Brighter
Researchers have greatly increased the ability of tungsten diselenide, a type of semiconductor, to convert light to electricity.
Semiconductor Shows Ferromagnetism At Room Temperature
Researchers have reported growing iron-doped ferromagnetic semiconductors that work at room temperature—a longstanding physical constraint.
