Theoretical, numerical study of graphene sheets reveals property that may lead to novel opto-electric devices
Wednesday, December 5, 2012 - 09:01
in Physics & Chemistry
One-atom-thick sheets of carbon—known as graphene—have a range of electronic properties that scientists are investigating for potential use in novel devices. Graphene's optical properties are also garnering attention, which may increase further as a result of research from the A*STAR Institute of Materials Research and Engineering (IMRE). Bing Wang of the IMRE and his co-workers have demonstrated that the interactions of single graphene sheets in certain arrays allow efficient control of light at the nanoscale.