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2D Islands in graphene hold promise for future device fabrication

In what could prove to be a significant advance in the fabrication of graphene-based nanodevices, a team of Berkeley Lab researchers has discovered a new mechanism for assembling two-dimensional (2D) molecular "islands" that could be used to modify graphene at the nanometer scale.

Highly flexible and wearable tactile sensor

A team of scientists has developed a wearable liquid-based microfluidic tactile sensor that is small, thin, highly flexible and durable.

Wireless, fully implantable device powered by body movement

A blue glowing device the size of a peppercorn can activate neurons of the brain, spinal cord or limbs in mice and is powered wirelessly using the mouse's own body to transfer energy.

Aromatic food chemistry to making of copper nanowires

Traditionally, indium tin oxide is the most widely used transparent conductor in today's consumer technology. However, alternatives are being sought due to the high cost and finite supply of indium. Films made from copper nanowires are promising candidates, exhibiting high conductivity and optical transparency in addition to being flexible.

First driverless vehicles for public in Singapore are electric

Two driverless vehicles are being deployed, free-of-charge for public use inSingapore.

Rare chemical phenomenon could be harnessed to harvest solar energy

A team of international scientists has successfully unraveled the chemical reaction responsible for propelling microscopic crystals to leap distances up to hundreds of times their own size when they are exposed to ultraviolet light.

National University of Singapore and BASF joint graphene research

The Graphene Research Centre at the National University of Singapore Faculty of Science and the world's leading chemical company BASF have partnered to develop the use of graphene in organic electronic devices, such as organic light emitting diodes.

Bio-inspired way to grow graphene for electronic devices

Graphene, a form of two-dimensional carbon, has many desirable properties that make it a promising material in many applications.

Next generation of solar cells using one atom thick graphene material

Combining wonder material graphene with other stunning one-atom thick materials could create the next generation of solar cells and optoelectronic devices, scientists have revealed.

Exciting physical phenomenon exploring new electronic devices

The energy can be used at will to change the transparency and reflectivity of fixtures and windows depending on environmental conditions, such as temperature and brightness.

Transistors made from graphene nanoribbons

Seng Ghee Tan at the A*STAR Data Storage Institute and co-workers at the National University of Singapore have now shown that graphene has additional applications in magnetic data storage.

New solution processable 3D transparent conductive film

Heads up for electronics devices

The Asian Research Network: a collaboration to boost science

The spirit of cooperation is aiding research productivity across Asia.

World's first energy-storage membrane

World's first energy-storage membrane outstrips existing rechargeable batteries and supercapacitors.

World's first energy-storage membrane

Researchers from the National University of Singapore's Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Initiative (NUSNNI) have developed the world's first energy-storage membrane, answering the need for cost-effective and environmentally friendly energy storage and delivery solutions.

CDT agreement with ONDL

The National University of Singapore (NUS) Organic Nano Device Laboratory (ONDL) is recognised worldwide for its innovative research in P-OLED and organic semiconductors.

Energy Harvesting and Storage Conference - Day Two

The second day of the IDTechEx conference on Energy Harvesting and Storage in Cambridge UK was dedicated to the technology roadmap.

Unique conference Energy Harvesting focuses on printing

The subject of energy harvesting making small electronic and electric devices self-sufficient, usually for decades - is changing rapidly.

Device simulation enables optimisation of solar cells

With photovoltaic technologies playing an increasing role in the sustainable energy supply, the establishment of Solar Energy Research Institute of Singapore (SERIS) as a centre for PV research in the Asia-Pacific region is an important step to foster innovation for this rapidly growing segment locally.