Robert Lea

Feature Writer

B.Sc. STEM

Robert is a Freelance Science Journalist with a STEM BSc. He specializes in Physics, Space, Astronomy, Astrophysics, Quantum Physics, and SciComm. Robert is an ABSW member, and aWCSJ 2019 and IOP Fellow.

Articles from Robert

Could Spintronics Breakthroughs Power Data Speed Acceleration?

Spinning a magnetic property of electrons and other fundamental particles promises to play an essential role in the future of data storage and transmission. Two new pieces of spintronics research investigate this tiny phenomenon that could have huge implications for computing.

14 Jul 2020

Graphene-Based Masks Launched to Combat COVID-19

Graphene-based facemasks could provide a renewable and effective weapon in the fight against the spread of COVID-19.

9 Jul 2020

How Transparent Graphene Electrodes Could Aid Solar Cell Generation

A new technique of manufacturing graphene could revolutionize solar power by enabling the creation of ultra-lightweight, flexible solar panels.

8 Jun 2020

Nanofiber Mats Made from Antioxidants Could Prevent Food Spoilage

Newly developed antioxidant nanofiber mats containing tannic acid could limit food spoilage by reducing oxidation.

26 May 2020

Graphene Could Give Headphones and Audio Technology a Boost

Graphene, due to being incredibly lightweight and impressively durable, could be the ideal solution to the production of supremely efficient audio devices. Particularly headphones.

20 May 2020

Turning Single Atoms into Atomic Machines: The Future of Fuel Cells

Single atoms could be transformed into atomic machines with an application in fuel cells, revolutionizing green energy.

19 May 2020

The Development of a New Anti-COVID-19 Nanocoating

Researchers are developing a new nanoparticle coating which could severely limit the transmission of COVID-19 from various surfaces whilst simultaneously reducing the need for harmful chemicals.

13 May 2020