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Light-Induced Symmetry Shifts Enable New Advances in Nanomaterials

Argonne researchers have shown that they can use light to temporarily alter the crystal symmetry within lead sulfide quantum dots. This process reduces the off-centering of lead atoms and affects the electronic properties of the quantum dots.

12 Apr 2025

Building a Quantum Model with Nanoscale Carbon Molecules

The successful realization of a Heisenberg model with nanographenes by Empa researchers enhances understanding of quantum effects and potential applications.

17 Mar 2025

CEA and Quobly Report Simultaneous, Microsecond Qubit-Readout Solution With 10x Power-Use Reduction

CEA-Leti, in its collaboration with Quobly, CEA-List and CEA-Irig, reported today it has developed a unique solution using FD-SOI CMOS technology that provides simultaneous microsecond readouts of tens of quantum devices, while reducing the readout power consumption by 10x and footprint by 2x.

19 Feb 2025

Archer Improves the Functionality of Its 12CQ Quantum Project with International Partners

Archer Materials Limited (“Archer”), a semiconductor company advancing the quantum technology and medical diagnostics industries, has achieved some key milestones in its research undertaken in collaboration with two of its international research partners.

30 Oct 2024

Green Synthesis of Carbon Quantum Dots from Almond Resin for Biomedical Use

In a recent study published in Scientific Reports, researchers synthesized carbon quantum dots (CQDs) from almond resin using a green approach, highlighting their potential applications in bioimaging and drug delivery.

22 Oct 2024

Enhanced Photocatalytic Degradation Using CQD-Coated Cobalt Zinc Ferrite Nanocomposite

In a recent article, researchers developed a reusable CQDs-modified nanocomposite with enhanced photocatalytic activity under visible light, offering a promising solution for dye wastewater treatment and contributing to environmental remediation efforts.

19 Aug 2024

From Visible to Infrared: New Horizons for Quantum Dot Technology

Awarded the 2023 Nobel Prize in Chemistry, quantum dots have a wide variety of applications ranging from displays and LED lights to chemical reaction catalysis and bioimaging.

14 Jul 2024

Quantum Dot Tech Removes Environmental Pollutants

The 2023 Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded to quantum dots—objects so small that they are governed by the odd and intricate principles of quantum physics

21 Mar 2024

UbiQD’s Quantum Dot Greenhouse Technology Wins 2024 SXSW Innovation Award and U.S. Department of Agriculture SBIR Grant

UbiQD, Inc., the New Mexico-based leader in quantum dot (QD) technology and manufacturing, announced today that it was named winner in the What the Future (WTF) category of the prestigious 25th Annual SXSW Innovation Awards competition, where the company showcased its new UbiGro® Cover greenhouse film product for enhancing crop yield using fluorescence.

21 Mar 2024

Quantum Nanolaminates: Revolution in Dielectric Layer Designs

LASER COMPONENTS is at the cutting edge of research. As part of the "QuantUV" research project, the R&D department in Olching investigated how the absorption edge of anti-reflective coatings can be shifted into the short wavelength range by using quantum nanolaminates (QNL).

7 Mar 2024