A*STAR Institute of Materials Research and Engineering (A*STAR IMRE)

New patterning technique produces a faithful reproduction of grayscale images down to the micrometer level

Imaging nanoporous metals with beams of electrons provides deep insights into the unusual optical properties of these materials

Hybrid ‘Janus’ nanoparticles made from gold and titania have high catalytic activity and extraordinary durability

The dissipation of energy from a vibrating gold nanoparticle is strongly influenced by the surrounding environment

A low-temperature method could be used to ‘grow’ transparent zinc oxide films for use in displays and solar cells

A new design for nanoparticles that absorb low-energy light and emit high-energy light may find use in biological imaging

Dye-sensitized solar cells that use carbon nanotube thin films as transparent electrodes offer significant cost savings

A robust approach for preparing polymer-coated quantum dots may find use in a wide range of applications

A fabrication method that does not require etching and pattern transfer pushes recording densities in bit-patterned media to 3.3 terabits per square inch

Understanding the molecular properties of polyelectrolytes gives unprecedented control over responsive polymer microstructures

Plasmonic nanocrosses that heat up when illuminated can be used to kill cancer

The introduction of a ferroelectric layer into an ultraviolet photodetector enhances its output signals