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Open AccessTunable infrared absorption by metal nanoparticles: The case for gold rods and shells
Nanoparticles of elements such as Au, Al or Ag have optical extinction cross-sections that considerably surpass their geometric cross-sections at certain wavelengths of light. While the absorption and scatteri...
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Quantum emission from hexagonal boron nitride monolayers
Single-photon emission at room temperature can be achieved with hexagonal boron nitride due to electron and hole confinement in vacancy-related defects.
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Identifying carbon as the source of visible single-photon emission from hexagonal boron nitride
Single-photon emitters (SPEs) in hexagonal boron nitride (hBN) have garnered increasing attention over the last few years due to their superior optical properties. However, despite the vast range of experiment...
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Open AccessComposites of functional polymers: Toward physical intelligence using flexible and soft materials
Materials that can assist with perception and responsivity of an engineered machine are said to promote physical intelligence. Physical intelligence may be important for flexible and soft materials that will b...