Research groups led by the University of Tsukuba and the University of Rennes have unveiled a unique phenomenon where, upon exposure to light, a nested structure of carbon nanotubes enveloped in boron nitride nanotubes allows for a peculiar electron escape route. This discovery opens up exciting possibilities for various applications, including creating high-speed optical devices, fast control of electrons and other particles generated by exposure to light, and effective heat dissipation from devices.
