Silicon

Combining silicon with an optically active material enables tiny lasers compatible with industrial fabrication techniques

Silicon holograms harness the full visible spectrum to
bring holographic projections one step closer

Myth-busting research into a new alternative solar cell material could lead to cheaper solar cells

Separating the electric and magnetic components of light scattered by
silicon nanoparticles enables more precise control of light

A simple artificial material can influence the properties of visible light

A new compact structure enables efficient lasers to be realized on silicon chips

Depositing different materials on top of bulk silicon wafers enables three-dimensional opto-electric integration

Laser processing produces deep ripples in silicon over a wide area — something that could enhance solar cell efficiency

Computer modeling is assisting the design of optical modulators with low losses to improve optical communications

Improved design of lasers on optoelectronic chips will advance optical communications

Computer simulations indicate that mixing silicon with other materials improves the diversity of nanoscale electronic devices

Waveguides that combine metallic and semiconductor structures can be made more compact