Creating A Roadmap For 2D Materials
The rapid growth of research on 2D materials is fueled by the hope of developing better performing sensors, more economical solar energy, and higher performing and more energy efficient electronics.
An Antireflection Coating That Makes Plastic Invisible
Researchers at Penn State have developed an AR coating that improves on existing coatings to the extent that it can make transparent plastics, such as Plexiglas, virtually invisible.
Next-Gen Batteries Possible With New Engineering Approach
Dramatically longer-lasting, faster-charging and safer lithium metal batteries may be possible, according to Penn State research.
Tiny Fibers Create Unseen Plastic Pollution
Polyester and other synthetic fibers like nylon are still around and are a major contributor to the microplastics load in the environment, according to a Penn State materials scientist, who suggests switching to biosynthetic fibers to solve this problem.