Quantum Dots (IMAGE) DOE/Los Alamos National Laboratory Caption The tiny specs of matter called quantum dots can be tuned to emit light in specific wavelengths. That’s just one quality that makes them valuable in a range of technology applications Credit Los Alamos National Laboratory Usage Restrictions None License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.