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Using CNTs as infrared sensors (PhysOrg)
(PhysOrg.com) — Semiconductors provide the bases for many different avenues of device research. Indeed, many of the technological devices that are commonplace in our society are reliant on semiconductors. However, as we increasingly explore the opportunities afforded on the nanoscale, new semiconductor materials are needed. One of the more promising semiconducting materials at this... »
Welcome to the high-carbon future (New Scientist)
From coal, soot and pencils to electronics, nanoribbons and atom-thick semiconductors – carbon is turning out to be even more talented than we thought (read here…) Related items Growing geodesic carbon nanodomes (PhysOrg) Carbon nanotubes fuel thermowave power (EE Times Asia) A huge step toward mass production of graphene (PhysOrg) A Stellar, Metal-Free Way to Make Carbon Nanotubes (PhysOrg) The World’s... »
Silver Nanoparticles Give Polymer Solar Cells A Boost (PhysOrg)
(PhysOrg.com) — Small bits of metal may play a new role in solar power. Researchers at Ohio State University are experimenting with polymer semiconductors that absorb the sun`s energy and generate electricity. The goal: lighter, cheaper, and more-flexible solar cells. (read here…) Related items Silver nanoparticles give polymer solar cells a boost (EurekAlert!) Nanoparticles may cause DNA damage... »
