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Using a Nondestructive Method for Probing ZnO Crystals with Light to Detect Defects, Impurities

A recent study has measured the internal quantum efficiency (IQE) of Zinc-Oxide (ZnO) crystals in both the light-emitting process and non-light-emitting process.

8 Dec 2020

Scientists Reveal a New, Natural Three-Dimensional Nonlinear Photonic Crystal

Nonlinear photonic crystals (NPCs) are transparent materials that have a spatially uniform linear susceptibility, yet a periodically modulated quadratic nonlinear susceptibility.

3 Dec 2020

Researchers Study Interaction Between Phonon Polaritons and Molecular Vibrations

The images reveal that vibrational strong coupling can be achieved, which is a phenomenon that recently attracts wide attention for its potential use to control fundamental physical and chemical material properties.

24 Nov 2020

Integrating Diamond-Based Quantum Systems into Nanophotonic Circuits

Using modern nanotechnology, it is possible nowadays to produce structures which have a feature sizes of just a few nanometres. This world of the most minute particles - also known as quantum systems - makes possible a wide range of technological applications, in fields which include magnetic field sensing, information processing, secure communication or ultra-precise time keeping.

24 Nov 2020

Random Array of Photonic Crystals Greatly Improve Laser Beam Scanning

Scanning lasers -- from barcode scanners at the supermarket to cameras on newer smartphones -- are an indispensable part of our daily lives, relying on lasers and detectors for pinpoint precision.

16 Nov 2020

Luminescent Wood may Illuminate Indoor Spaces in the Future

The right indoor lighting can help set the mood, from a soft romantic glow to bright, stimulating colors. But some materials used for lighting, such as plastics, are not eco-friendly. Now, researchers reporting in ACS Nano have developed a bio-based, luminescent, water-resistant wood film that could someday be used as cover panels for lamps, displays and laser devices.

5 Nov 2020

Scientists Develop a Versatile Photodetector Integrating Photovoltaic and Bolometric Effects

Photodetectors have always paly the important role in the national economy and national defense field. The advanced photodetectors demand for the higher performance in response rate, broad spectrum, detectivity and other special functions like polarization detection and two-color detection.

3 Nov 2020

Researchers Discover New Kind of Hidden Symmetry in Photonic Crystals

Discovering and synthesizing symmetry-protected topological band degeneracies, including nodal points and nodal lines, is a rapidly growing frontier in the field of topological materials.

21 Oct 2020

A Novel Approach for Efficient Broadband Frequency Doubling of Light

From microscopes to data transfer via optical fibres all the way to modern quantum technologies, light plays an important role in science and industry.

14 Oct 2020

Hybrid Surface Waves can Conduct Heat Away from Nanoscale Material Structures

The continuing progress in miniaturization of silicon microelectronic and photonic devices is causing cooling of the device structures to become increasingly challenging.

13 Oct 2020

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The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

The primary distinction between graphene-based batteries and solid-state batteries lies in the composition of either electrode. Although the cathode is commonly changed, carbon allotropes can also be employed in fabricating anodes.

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

In recent years, the IoT is rapidly being introduced into almost all sectors, but it has particular importance in the EV industry.

Photonics News

Using a Nondestructive Method for Probing ZnO Crystals with Light to Detect Defects, Impurities

Scientists Reveal a New, Natural Three-Dimensional Nonlinear Photonic Crystal

Researchers Study Interaction Between Phonon Polaritons and Molecular Vibrations

Integrating Diamond-Based Quantum Systems into Nanophotonic Circuits

Random Array of Photonic Crystals Greatly Improve Laser Beam Scanning

Luminescent Wood may Illuminate Indoor Spaces in the Future

Scientists Develop a Versatile Photodetector Integrating Photovoltaic and Bolometric Effects

Researchers Discover New Kind of Hidden Symmetry in Photonic Crystals

A Novel Approach for Efficient Broadband Frequency Doubling of Light

Hybrid Surface Waves can Conduct Heat Away from Nanoscale Material Structures

Multi-User Facilities: Effectively Supporting Research Goals Across Academia and Industry

What are the Benefits of Single-Crystal Sapphire?

How can Charge Photometry be Used for Battery Screening and Development?

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Characterizing Li-Ion Battery Components Using FIB-SEM Tomography

Developing Bioactive Cell Culture Materials with Plasma Treatment

Best Practices for the Mitigation of Matrix-Induced Contamination

Quantifying Amorphous Cementitious Materials with Benchtop XRD

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The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

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Multi-User Facilities: Effectively Supporting Research Goals Across Academia and Industry

What are the Benefits of Single-Crystal Sapphire?

How can Charge Photometry be Used for Battery Screening and Development?

1Flame-Retardant Transparent Bamboo Outperforms Silica Glass

2Korean Researchers Develop Revolutionary Heat Dissipation Material

3New Smart Adhesive with Unmatched Strength and Versatility

4Abundant Elements Enhance Lithium-Iron Battery Performance

5Smart Contact Lenses Offer Real-Time Pressure Data

6Understanding Floquet Fermi Liquids

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