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Dec 10 2025TECHNOLOGY

Harnessing the Power of Light: A Breakthrough in UV Detection

In the realm of cutting-edge technology, a remarkable advancement has been made in the field of ultraviolet (UV) detection. Researchers have developed a self-powered UV photodetector that operates without the need for an external power source. This innovation is based on a unique combination of mate

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Feb 16 2025SCIENCE

Boosting Light Sensitivity in Zinc Oxide Films

Imagine this: scientists discovered a neat trick to make zinc oxide (ZnO) thin films super responsive to light. They did it by mixing in something called electron cyclotron wave resonance (ECWR) plasma during the film-making process. The secret sauce? Tweaking the ECWR power. The magic number t

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Jan 02 2025SCIENCE

Discovering PtSe2's Potential: A New Way to Build Infrared Photodetectors

Ever heard of PtSe2? It's a two-dimensional material that's catching scientists' attention for its amazing optoelectronic properties. The thing is, when combined with bulk materials like silicon, there are often issues with defects and carrier losses. This study introduces a clever solution: using h

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Dec 20 2024SCIENCE

Light-Speed Up: How Graphene Boosts Photodetectors

Photodetectors play a crucial role in tools like high-speed communication systems and real-time monitoring devices. But many current photodetectors face challenges like low carrier efficiency and slow response times due to material constraints and interface mismatches. In this study, researchers des

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