Predicted state of atomic collapse seen for first time
Researchers observe a basic quantum-mechanical phenomenon theorized decades ago by pioneers of atomic theory.
Researchers observe a basic quantum-mechanical phenomenon theorized decades ago by pioneers of atomic theory.
Magazine ranks nanoporous graphene as one of the top five surprising scientific milestones of 2012.
MIT researchers find that adding a coating of graphene has little effect on how a surface interacts with liquids — except in extreme cases.
Nanofibers have a dizzying range of possible applications, but they’ve been prohibitively expensive to make. MIT researchers hope to change that.
New membranes may filter water or separate biological samples.
New low-cost, durable carbon nanotube sensors can be etched with mechanical pencils.
MIT researchers produce complex electronic circuits from molybdenum disulfide, a material that could have many more applications.
New findings show that the material beneath the thin carbon sheets determines how they react chemically and electrically.
Graphene sheets with precisely controlled pores have potential to purify water more efficiently than existing methods.
New type of photovoltaic device harnesses heat radiation that most solar cells ignore.
Jing Kong’s research focuses on how to make and control novel forms of thin-film carbon.
New sensor can accurately measure fruits’ ripeness, helping prevent loss of produce from spoilage.
Thin films of bismuth-antimony have potential for new semiconductor chips, thermoelectric devices.
Finding could lead to new photodetectors or energy-harvesting devices.