Researchers identify pressure effects on nanomaterials
Thursday, May 8, 2008 - 15:56
in Physics & Chemistry
Transistors, lasers and solar-energy conversion devices may be easier to manipulate because of recent research by Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory scientists. The researchers defined the role high pressure plays in precisely tuning the fundamental properties of nanomaterials and, in particular, nanoparticle assemblies that are important for device applications.