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Hybrid excitons speed energy transfer at 2D organic semiconductor interfaces

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Ultrafast measurements reveal how light energy moves across two dimensional and organic semiconductor interfaces, enabling rapid transfer that could improve future optoelectronic devices.

Dec 19, 2025

Vapor deposition delivers durable perovskite silicon tandems on textured wafers

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

First successful use of vapor deposition on industrial silicon wafers delivers unprecedented durability in perovskite-silicon tandem solar cells.

Dec 19, 2025

Nanofluidic chips could make nanopore sensing practical for diagnostics

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Linking nanopores with nanofluidic chips can slow molecules, cut noise, scale measurements, and enable early disease detection and precision diagnostics.

Dec 19, 2025

Laser-assisted imprinting patterns ultrathin nanowires on flexible transparent films

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

A scalable nanofabrication method uses electric-field alignment and picosecond laser welding to imprint patterned silver nanowire networks on polymer films.

Dec 19, 2025

First Graphene reports record production of graphene‑enhanced cement

Graphene Info   -   Scientific and Educational Websites

First Graphene has announced the successful production of approximately 600 tonnes of graphene-enhanced cement as preparation for new trial projects expected to roll out in the United Kingdom. The cement contains around three tonnes of First Graph...

Dec 18, 2025

Researchers find way to image nanoscale objects without shrinking the sensor

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Scientists use acoustic waves and condensed matter physics to detect proteins and cancer cells, sidestepping the limits of traditional miniaturization.

Dec 16, 2025

Thin interlayers strengthen flexible composite materials: Cool satellites and flexible electronics

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Aluminum-coated polymer satellite insulation gains durability via ultrathin 5-nanometer interlayer, with potential uses in flexible electronics and medical sensors.

Dec 16, 2025

Silver-coated cicada wing nanostructures boost molecular detection signals

Phys.org   -   Scientific News Websites

Zoom in far enough on an empress cicada wing, and a strange landscape materializes. At the nanoscale, densely packed spires rise from the surface, covering the wing in an endless grove of bowling pins.

Dec 16, 2025

Surface-engineered ZnO nanocrystals tackle perfluoroalkyl substance contamination

Phys.org   -   Scientific News Websites

Perfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs), a large class of synthetic chemicals, are valued for their ability to withstand heat, water, and oil. These materials are used in the production of everyday as well as industrial items. PFAS molecules are made up...

Dec 16, 2025

Acid-treated carbon nanotubes boost efficiency and stability of flexible perovskite solar modules

Phys.org   -   Scientific News Websites

Flexible perovskite solar modules (f-PSMs) are a key innovation in current renewable energy technology, offering a pathway toward sustainable and efficient energy solutions. However, ensuring long-term operational stability without compromising ef...

Dec 16, 2025

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