New Process Promises Bigger, Better Diamond Crystals

Monday, October 27, 2008 - 16:28 in Physics & Chemistry

Researchers at the Carnegie Institution have developed a new technique for improving the properties of diamonds—not only adding sparkle to gemstones, but also simplifying the process of making high-quality diamond for scalpel blades, electronic components, even quantum computers. The results are published in the October 27-31 online edition of the Proceedings of the National Academies of Science.

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