Quantum Dots
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The ‘shine’ in gold particles has a new use – finding defects
Researchers have developed a technique of infusing tiny gold nanoparticles into plastic polymer used in 3D printed materials. With this method, the gold nanoparticles "light up" and can find defects. Read MoreJul 10, 2018
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‘Flying saucer’ quantum dots hold secret to better, brighter lasers
Vanderbilt University chemists collaborated in research that ‘squashes’ the shape of nanoparticles to create inexpensive lasers that continuously emit light in a customizable rainbow of colors. Read MoreMar 20, 2017
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Mood ring materials – a new way to detect damage in failing infrastructure
"Mood ring materials" constitute a new type of smart sensing technology that could play an important role in minimizing and mitigating damage to the nation's failing infrastructure. Read MoreNov 21, 2016