Engineering the boundary between 2D and 3D materials
Cutting-edge microscope helps reveal ways to control the electronic properties of atomically thin materials.
Feb. 26, 2021 • ~8 min
Physicists discover important new property for graphene
Unconventional form of ferroelectricity could impact next-generation computing.
Feb. 8, 2021 • ~8 min
Ultracold atoms reveal a new type of quantum magnetic behavior
The findings may help researchers design “spintronic” devices and novel magnetic materials.
Dec. 16, 2020 • ~8 min
Engineers produce a fisheye lens that’s completely flat
The single piece of glass produces crisp panoramic images.
Sept. 18, 2020 • ~7 min
A wizard of ultrasharp imaging
To oversee its new cutting-edge electron microscopy systems, MIT sought out Frances Ross’ industry-honed expertise.
July 12, 2020 • ~7 min
Energy-harvesting design aims to turn Wi-Fi signals into usable power
Device for harnessing terahertz radiation might enable self-powering implants, cellphones, other portable electronics.
March 27, 2020 • ~8 min
A new facet for germanium
MIT researchers grow perfectly shaped germanium tunnels on silicon oxide with controllable length.
Jan. 31, 2020 • ~10 min
Widening metal tolerance for hydrogels
MIT graduate student Seth Cazzell shows controlling pH enables reversible hydrogel formation in wider range of metal concentrations.
Dec. 23, 2019 • ~4 min
MIT researchers realize “ideal” kagome metal electronic structure
Newly synthesized compound of iron and tin atoms in 1-to-1 ratio displays unique behavior.
Dec. 12, 2019 • ~6 min
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