Electronic properties

Superconducting 2D puddles offer gateway to another dimension

Scientists have witnessed 2D puddles spontaneously emerging inside a 3D high-temperature superconductor as it transitions to an insulating state.

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Palladium film reduces pressure on room-temperature superconductors

By using a thin palladium film to transport hydrogen atoms, researchers have developed a room-temperature superconductor that works at lower pressures.

Metal-organic framework boosts sodium-ion storage

cerium oxide/carbon nanocomposite derived from a metal-organic framework makes an ideal anode for sodium-ion batteries

Novel ceramic materials could play enhanced role in 5G technology

Enhanced ceramic materials, such as a novel bismuth-containing ceramic, could play a pivotal role in the development of 5G wireless technology.

Carbon fibers support ground-breaking advance in structural batteries

Using carbon fibers, researchers have developed a structural battery that combines high levels of electrical energy storage, stiffness and strength.

Superconductivity more robust in less repulsive magic-angle graphene

Researchers have found that reducing the repulsive interactions between electrons in magic-angle graphene makes its superconductivity more robust.

New study reveals latest twists and turns of halide perovskites

Researchers have discovered that the electronic properties of halide perovskites hinge on the way their atomic lattice twists and turns.

'Bad metals' aren't so bad after all

Using optical spectroscopy, researchers have shown that the insulating behavior of 'bad metals' can be explained with conventional theories.

Clear benefits of novel electrochromic display

A novel glass display with a high white light contrast ratio can smoothly transition between a broad spectrum of colors when electrically charged.