There are currently many cheap paper-based devices out there, one most notably being the $1 paper microscope. But paper devices are being researched more and more due to their ability to perform a variety of functions at low cost.
By Liam Critchley
2 May 2017
This graphene research update includes an investigation into the production of graphene from ethene on a rhodium substrate, and a novel speaker design that uses the properties of graphene to remove the need for moving parts or heavy magnets.
By Benedette Cuffari
9 May 2017
Chromium-based Cr2AlC MAX materials exhibit nanometre-scale 3D defects, crucial for self-healing properties and mechanical strength.
Silver-graphene nanocomposite sensor developed for sensitive detection of methyl parathion in food crops.
A new contact lens based system has been developed that can monitor glucose levels in tears. The system can also be used to detect the emergence of glaucoma, a leading cause of blindness.
This week's graphene stories include the mapping of electron flow in graphene by a University of Melbourne team, and a mechanical testing study at MIT quantifying graphene's ability to resist pressure.
By Benedette Cuffari
2 May 2017
Researchers develop a novel magnetic-assisted UV ozonation method for precise, damage-free graphene patterning, promising for optoelectronics.
Researchers from Temple University and Argonne National Lab have discovered an imaging method based on combined X-ray scattering and computer simulations that turns the dream into reality.
By Anna Clemens
24 Apr 2017
Anatase, a mineral form of TiO2, is one of the most studied materials for light-energy conversion applications.
Researchers have developed a new strategy of in situ formation of interfacial coating on the Li metal anode by incorporating a chemically reducible material, methyl viologen into the electrolyte allowing for stable cycling of Li metal anode.
By Benedette Cuffari
20 Apr 2017