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How to 3D print novel electronic devices

Scientists have cracked the conundrum of how to use inks to 3D-print advanced electronic devices with useful properties, such as an ability to convert light into electricity.

A portable terahertz laser for the lab

Researchers have developed a high-power, portable version of a device called a quantum cascade laser, which can generate terahertz radiation outside of a laboratory setting.

Quantum-dot transistors create a printable electronics

Researchers have created fundamental electronic building blocks out of tiny structures known as quantum dots and used them to assemble functional logic circuits.

Quantum dots encapsulated in salt

Researchers have developed the world's first inkjet technique for using saltwater to encapsulate Quantum dots materials.

Algorithm could unleash the power of quantum computers

A new algorithm that fast forwards simulations could bring greater use ability to current and near-term quantum computers.

Graphene sensor detects ultrasensitive microwave

Researchers have developed ultrasensitive sensors that can detect microwaves with the highest theoretically possible sensitivity.

'Deep tech' can help coronavirus response – but there's resistance

The development of new medical technologies based on cutting-edge discoveries has accelerated during the coronavirus pandemic.

Genetic diseases research with quantum computing

Scientists are harnessing the mind-bending potential of quantum computers to help us understand genetic diseases – even before quantum computers are a thing.

Nanolaser has potential to treat neurological disorders

Researchers have developed a tiny nanolaser that can function inside of living tissues without harming them.

New transparent and graphene enabled wearables

Researchers have found a way to use graphene to make flexible photodetectors to measure heart rate, blood oxygen concentration, and breathing rate.

3D printed robotic surgical instruments

Researchers are pushing the boundaries of evolution to create bespoke, miniaturised surgical robots, uniquely matched to individual patient anatomy.

BioSensing: Detecting pathogens using quantum technology

The project “BioSensing” from Fraunhofer ISC aims to overcome the limits of modern biosensors with the help of quantum technology.

A quantum material could warn of neurological disease

By speaking the brain’s language, the material is a portal between electronics and the brain.

Graphene electrodes makes brain probes more sensitive

Graphene electrodes could enable higher quality imaging of brain cell activity.