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On-demand control of terahertz and infrared waves

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The ability to control infrared and terahertz waves using magnetic or electric fields is one of the great challenges in physics that could revolutionise opto-electronics, telecommunications and medical diagnostics. A theory from 2006 predicts that...

Jul 9, 2019

Quantum chemistry on quantum computers

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A new quantum algorithm has been implemented for identifying important physical quantities such as spin quantum numbers relevant to convoluted electronic wave functions on quantum computers, serving as tracking complex chemical reactions without e...

Jul 9, 2019

Left out to dry: A more efficient way to harvest algae biomass

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Researchers have developed a new system for evaporating the water from algae biomass with reusable nanoporous graphene, which can lead to cheaper, more environmentally friendly biofuels and fine chemicals.

Jul 9, 2019

On-demand control of terahertz and infrared waves

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A theory from 2006 predicts that it should be possible to use graphene in a magnetic field not only to absorb terahertz and infrared light on demand but also to control the direction of the circular polarization. Researchers have succeeded in test...

Jul 9, 2019

Organic solar cells that last 10 years in space

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Scientists from the Skoltech Center for Energy Science and Technology, the Institute for Problems of Chemical Physics of RAS, and the Department of Chemistry of MSU have presented solar cells based on conjugated polymers and fullerene derivatives ...

Jul 9, 2019

Nanoscale visualization of the distribution and optical behavior of dopant in GaN

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In Gallium Nitride (GaN) implanted with a small amount of magnesium (Mg), NIMS succeeded for the first time in visualizing the distribution and optical behavior of implanted Mg at the nanoscale which may help in improving electrical performance of...

Jul 9, 2019

Nanobowl arrays endow perovskite solar cells with iridescent colors

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With the maturing of perovskite solar cells (PSCs) technology, it is highly desirable to develop colorful solar cells to satisfy the requirements of aesthetic purposes in applications including building integrated photovoltaics and wearable electr...

Jul 9, 2019

Nanoscale visualization of the distribution and optical behavior of dopant in GaN

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Significant advances in the understanding of P-Type GaN semiconductor formation mechanisms and techniques enable mass production of GaN devices.

Jul 9, 2019

Nanoscale visualization of the distribution and optical behavior of dopant in GaN

ScienceDaily   -   General News Websites

In Gallium Nitride (GaN) implanted with a small amount of magnesium (Mg), scientists succeeded for the first time in visualizing the distribution and optical behavior of the implanted Mg at the nanoscale which may help in improving electrical perf...

Jul 9, 2019

Online simulation game makes graphene research available to the public

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The team of Toma Susi at the University of Vienna uses a state-of-the-art electron microscope, the UltraSTEM, to manipulate strongly bound materials with atomic precision. Since the instruments are fully computerized, it is possible to show in a s...

Jul 9, 2019

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