Light-Emitting Triangles May Have Applications in Optical Technology (IMAGE)

Penn State

Light-Emitting Triangles May Have Applications in Optical Technology

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Triangular single layers of tungsten disulfide have been synthesized by Penn State researchers. The edges of the triangles exhibit extraordinary photoluminescence, while the interior area does not. The photoluminescent signal disappears as the number of layers increases. These triangular structures may have potential applications in optical technology; for example, for use in light detectors and lasers.

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Terrones lab, Penn State Universtiy

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