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Scientists have engineered thin tellurium crystals to emit mid-infrared light via photoluminescence that can be tuned electrically. These devices demonstrate potential for high-speed switching and secure data transmission on computer chips.
By Liang, Wang, Qiao, Huang, Zheng, Zhang, Qin, Chen, Li, Liu, Ji, Chen, Zeng, Pan, Sun
Researchers have synthesized a novel hafnium-organic complex that acts as a highly efficient optical switch. By combining UV absorption with visible-light transparency, this material offers a robust solution for next-generation photonic devices.
By Azadegan, Jafari, Nikoo, Aghgonbad
Since 1981, the precise structure of 'Schmid gold' has eluded scientists due to its inherent instability. By utilising fluorine chemistry, researchers have finally stabilised and mapped an Au75 cluster, revealing a complex shell-by-shell configuration.
By Pan, Malola, Zhao, Huang, Pohjolainen, Matus, Zhou, Kang, Häkkinen, Zhu