APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Electronics (semiconductors, capacitors, etc.) Photovoltaics Optical devices Coatings Surface plasmon resonance sensors ADVANTAGES: Simple procedure Compatible with existing fabrication technology Applicable over multiple length scales Applicable with various nanoparticle types ABSTRACT: Ting Xu and colleagues … [Read more...] about Precise Control of Nanoparticle Self-Assembly over Multiple Length Scales JIB-2662
Orderly Deposition of Uncontaminated Graphene IB-2672
APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Integrated circuits and semiconductors Biosensors Radiofrequency antennae Optoelectronic communication devices Solar cells ADVANTAGES: Could create semiconductors over 200 times faster than industry standard Does not require an adhesive layer Inexpensive and accurate Compatible with existing semiconductor … [Read more...] about Orderly Deposition of Uncontaminated Graphene IB-2672
Superhydrophilic Nanostructure for Antifogging Glass IB-2687
APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Windshields and windows Solar panels Lenses for cameras, endoscopes, laparoscopes, and other optical devices Eyewear – goggles and glasses Dental mirrors ADVANTAGES: Stable over time Inexpensive Does not require UV-light activation Excellent optical properties (high transmittance; low reflectance and refractive … [Read more...] about Superhydrophilic Nanostructure for Antifogging Glass IB-2687
Atomically Flat Crystal Surfaces IB-2549
APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Semiconductor fabrication and processing High density magnetic recording devices Crystal preparation Materials science research ADVANTAGES: Simple, self-assembling Doesn’t require lithographic pre-patterning of the surface Low cost Can be used for wide range of materials ABSTRACT: Devices once fabricated at … [Read more...] about Atomically Flat Crystal Surfaces IB-2549
Modifying Nanocrystal Surfaces for Molecular Imaging and Electrical Devices IB-2616
APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Fluorescent labeling Biological sensing - Forster Resonance Energy Transfer (FRET) Electrical devices (sensors, LEDs, photovoltaics) Catalysis Fillers in composite materials ADVANTAGES: Smaller probe enables improved mobility within the cell Can be used to enhance insulation or conduction in electronic devices Any … [Read more...] about Modifying Nanocrystal Surfaces for Molecular Imaging and Electrical Devices IB-2616