New substrate material for flexible electronics could help combat e-waste

A new material for flexible electronics could enable multilayered, recyclable electronic devices and help limit e-waste.

Turning unused signals such as Wi-Fi into energy for electronics

We are constantly surrounded by electromagnetic waves such as Wi-Fi. Researchers tested a device to convert this ambient energy into energy for electronic devices.

Soft gold enables connections between nerves and electronics

Gold does not readily lend itself to being turned into long, thin threads. But researchers have now managed to create gold nanowires and develop soft electrodes that can be connected to the nervous system. The electrodes are soft as nerves, stretchable and electrically conductive, and are projected to last for a long time in the body.

Solving the doping problem: Enhancing performance in organic semiconductors

Physicists have discovered two new ways to improve organic semiconductors. They found a way to remove more electrons from the material than previously possible and used unexpected properties in an environment known as the non-equilibrium state, boosting its performance for use in electronic devices.

Sustainable and reversible 3D printing method uses minimal ingredients and steps

A new 3D printing method developed by engineers is so simple that it uses a polymer ink and salt water solution to create solid structures. The work has the potential to make materials manufacturing more sustainable and environmentally friendly.

'Smarter' semiconductor technology for training 'smarter' artificial intelligence

A research team has recently demonstrated that analog hardware using ECRAM devices can maximize the computational performance of artificial intelligence, showcasing its potential for commercialization.

'Smarter' semiconductor technology for training 'smarter' artificial intelligence

Scientists develop next-generation semiconductor technology for high-efficiency, low-power artificial intelligence.