Oxidation, in its many forms, can be a double-edged sword; a boon or a bane to humanity. Think of the comforting warmth derived from burning wood or the propulsion in electric vehicles that simplifies travel sustainably, which are both underpinned by the same process. Yet, this very phenomenon, when it affects metals—materials foundational to the …
NUS I-FIM researchers assemble the first review that sheds light on the material-assisted engineering of isolated organelles for biomedical applications. The world of cellular biology is vast and complex—each cellular component, no matter how minuscule, plays a specific and instrumental role, working together to make life possible. At the heart of this intricate ecosystem lie …
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The environment around us is in a constant state of flux, influenced by myriad interwoven systems that adapt and recalibrate in response to diverse stimuli. This ever-changing landscape mirrors the dynamic functions of sustainable technologies, which are at the forefront of today’s innovations as the globe strives for net-zero emissions. Just as fluctuating weather conditions …
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By tweaking the surface properties of graphene, NUS I-FIM researchers engineered a bio-anode optimised for hosting electricity-generating bacteria, offering a fresh perspective on sustainable energy amid rising global demands. In a significant stride towards a greener future, researchers from the Institute for Functional Intelligent Materials (I-FIM) at the National University of Singapore (NUS) have unveiled …
A team at NUS Institute for Functional Intelligent Materials, together with international collaborators, developed a machine learning approach for fast and data-efficient prediction of properties of defects in 2D materials . 2D materials offer exciting opportunities as building blocks for new electronic devices, such as bendable screens, efficient solar panels, and high-resolution cameras. Imperfections and …
I-FIM student, Wang Qian has achieved a remarkable feat by clinching the Best Poster Award at the Beijing Graphene Forum 2023 (BGF2023). Her outstanding presentation, titled “Lateral Motion in Two-Dimensional Stimuli-Responsive Soft Actuators with Chemical and Reactive Anisotropy,” garnered well-deserved recognition. The Beijing Graphene Forum 2023 (BGF2023), held in conjunction with the 30th Anniversary of …
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I-FIM director, Professor Kostya Novoselov, has been selected as one of the distinguished recipients of the 2nd Nano Materials Science Award. Launched by the renowned Nano Materials Science journal, these awards honor leading scientists who have made exceptional contributions to the world of nanoscience and nanotechnology. Our heartfelt congratulations to Prof. Novoselov on this …
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ABSTRACT Beautiful moiré patterns can be created by stacking and twisting two-dimensional crystals, such as graphene or transition metal dichalcogenides. One of the most fascinating discoveries in recent years is that electrons are strongly affected by these moiré patterns and often exhibit completely unexpected behaviour. For example, twisted bilayer graphene – composed of two (semi-)metallic …
Electrons, excitons and phasons in moiré materials from atomistic simulations Read More »
