Atomic nitrogen route to new 2-D semiconductors
A simple and non-destructive fabrication technique could aid the manufacture of more energy efficient two-dimensional (2-D) films needed to transform the electronics industry.
A simple and non-destructive fabrication technique could aid the manufacture of more energy efficient two-dimensional (2-D) films needed to transform the electronics industry.
Nanomaterials
Nov 30, 2018
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An experimental technique developed by A*STAR researchers has been used to track the chemical and structural changes in an electrode as a battery discharges. The X-ray-based technique should help to improve the performance ...
Materials Science
Nov 30, 2018
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The sorting and automated labelling of cell clusters may be boosted by an algorithm developed by A*STAR researchers. The algorithm facilitates data analysis from a technique, known as cytometry, that effectively sorts and ...
Biotechnology
Nov 30, 2018
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Revealing how a gene is activated in cancer cells to produce an enzyme that helps the cells thrive could lead to new treatments.
Cell & Microbiology
Nov 16, 2018
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Cancer will become easier to detect and diagnose early using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) thanks to A*STAR researchers who have engineered biocompatible iron oxide nanoparticle contrast agents¹.
Bio & Medicine
Nov 16, 2018
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If thermoelectric materials can convert low-grade heat into electricity, we may never need to charge wearable technology at home again.
Materials Science
Nov 16, 2018
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A nanoscale optical antenna developed by researchers at A*STAR allows the manipulation of visible light waves on the scale of microchips. Such nanoantennae may enable the development of high-resolution imaging systems in ...
Nanophysics
Nov 16, 2018
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Solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs) offer a stable and efficient way to generate clean electrochemical power, but are impractical for use in portable devices because of their high operating temperatures. A new design and production ...
Materials Science
Nov 16, 2018
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Composite panels that sandwich a porous inner core between two solid outer sheets are increasingly being used in aircraft to reduce weight while maintaining structural rigidity. A study led by A*STAR may help other industries ...
Engineering
Nov 16, 2018
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By systematically refining standard processing techniques, A*STAR researchers have developed a low-cost method for manufacturing an electrically conductive aluminum oxide ceramic composite—a hard-wearing material used in ...
Materials Science
Nov 16, 2018
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