Surface science journal articles, Volume 16, Issue 10 (October 2013)

Recyclable nanosheets as high-performance barrier material

New nanosheets for electronics, energy storage, and health and safety applications

Novel titanium alloy produces infection-resistant implants

A novel titanium alloy with tantalum and copper can produce surgical implants that kill 87% of the bacteria that cause staph infections.

Making batteries last longer with a little help from soap

New type of electrolyte extends the life of lithium metal batteries

Graphene film can have higher thermal conductivity than graphite film

A novel graphene-assembled film possesses higher thermal conductivity than graphite film, even though graphite consists of many layers of graphene.

Towards strength–ductility synergy through the design of heterogeneous nanostructures in metals