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The miniaturization of electronic components, including transistors, has hit a plateau, presenting obstacles in the production of semiconductors. Nonetheless, a group of researchers, led by experts in materials science from the City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK), has unveiled a novel approach fo...

Researchers at the University of Konstanz have successfully filmed the operations of extremely fast electronic circuitry in an electron microscope at a bandwidth of tens of terahertz. The increasing demand for ever-faster information processing has ushered in a new era of research focused on high-sp...

The printed solenoids could enable electronics that cost less and are easier to manufacture — on Earth or in space. Imagine being able to build an entire dialysis machine using nothing more than a 3D printer. This could not only reduce costs and eliminate manufacturing waste, but since this machine ...

A research team from the Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf (HZDR) and the University of Salerno in Italy has discovered that thin films of elemental bismuth exhibit the so-called non-linear Hall effect, which could be applied in technologies for the controlled use of terahertz high-frequency sign...

Altermagnets offer a blend of fast dynamics and high spin polarization, with groundbreaking research showcasing their potential in spintronics. Altermagnets represent a newly recognized class of materials in magnetism that could enable novel applications in spin-based electronics. Their magnetically...

What Is Microelectronics? Microelectronic devices — such as the microchips in computers and cell phones — process and store information. They are crucial to our lives. They are essential to running businesses, helping to track the spread of disease, delivering power to homes through the electric gri...

Argonne researchers pioneer ​“redox gating” — a new way to precisely modulate electron flow. Breakthrough could help lead to the development of new low-power semiconductors or quantum devices. As the integrated circuits that power our electronic devices get more powerful, they are also getting small...

A new flexible, electricity-conducting material mimics the adaptive strength of cornstarch slurries, offering promising applications in wearable and medical sensor technology. Accidents happen every day, and if you drop your smartwatch, or it gets hit really hard, the device probably won’t work anym...

New microcapacitors developed by scientists show record energy and power densities, paving the way for on-chip energy storage in electronic devices. Researchers are striving to make electronic devices smaller and more energy-efficient by integrating energy storage directly onto microchips. This appr...

A new doping method uses air and light to enhance the conductivity of organic semiconductors, promising greater scalability and environmental sustainability in electronic device production. Semiconductors are the foundation of all modern electronics. Now, researchers at Linköping University, Sweden,...

Researchers at UC Irvine have developed an ultra-thin bismuth material designed for use in flexible technologies. In a study published in Nature Materials, scientists from the University of California, Irvine describe a new method to make very thin crystals of the element bismuth – a process that ma...

Lasers created at the University of Rochester pave the way for new on-chip frequency comb generators. Optical frequency combs, devices essential for measuring light, have transformed fields like metrology, spectroscopy, and atomic clock development. However, the difficulty in producing frequency com...

Scientists develop flexible, adaptable, and storable patch that combines bacteria and sensors to interface with the body. Researchers have created “living bioelectronics,” a device combining cells, gel, and electronics to monitor and treat skin conditions. Tested on mice, the device reduces inflamma...

Researchers at Beijing Normal University have developed an advanced shielding material for electronic devices that enhances thermal management, solar-thermal conversion, and microwave absorption, showing promise in improving performance and safety in complex electronics. As electronic devices evolve...

Recent advancements in spintronics have enabled better prediction and control of spin currents by studying the magnetic properties and temperature effects on materials. Spintronics is attracting considerable interest as a promising alternative to conventional electronics, offering significant potent...

Japanese researchers have enhanced heat dissipation in nanodevices by adding a silicon dioxide coating to silicon structures, potentially revolutionizing the design and efficiency of future electronic devices. Researchers from Japan have been working hard to keep their cool—or at least—keep their na...

NREL scientists developed a spin-controlled LED using a III-V semiconductor and chiral halide perovskite, enhancing optoelectronics by increasing data speeds and reducing power usage, funded by CHOISE. Scientists at the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NR...

Scientists have developed a groundbreaking technique for printing metal oxide films at room temperature, creating transparent, highly conductive circuits that can withstand extreme temperatures. Researchers have demonstrated a technique for printing thin metal oxide films at room temperature, and ha...

Researchers at the Fritz Haber Institute have advanced nanoscale optoelectronics by developing a method to control single-molecule photoswitching with atomic precision. This method utilizes localized surface plasmons on semiconductor platforms to precisely adjust molecular configurations, enhancing ...

University of Illinois researchers have innovated in molecular electronics by creating stable, shape-persistent molecules with controlled conductance, using a new synthesis method, paving the way for more reliable miniaturized electronic devices. As electronic devices keep shrinking, physical size l...

New Research Reveals How Next-Generation Electronics Degrade Over Time By observing Spintronic magnetic tunnel junctions in real-time, researchers found these devices fail at unexpectedly low temperatures, offering valuable insights for improving future electronic designs. Next-Generation Electronic...

Researchers have developed a method to create a two-dimensional silk protein layer on graphene, enhancing its potential in microelectronics, particularly for wearable and implantable health sensors and memory transistors in computing. This innovation offers a nontoxic, water-based, and biocompatible...

Researchers have developed a method to print thin metal oxide films at room temperature, resulting in transparent, flexible, and highly conductive circuits. The technique uses liquid metal to deposit solid oxide films that maintain their conductive properties even at high temperatures. Researchers h...

Researchers have created a cutting-edge structure by placing a very thin layer of a special insulating material between two magnetic layers. This new combination acts as a quantum anomalous Hall insulator, significantly broadening its potential use in developing ultra-efficient electronics and innov...

Researchers have discovered how the “edge of chaos” can help electronic chips overcome signal losses, making chips simpler and more efficient. By using a metallic wire on a semi-stable material, this method allows for long metal lines to act like superconductors and amplify signals, pote...