MTL News Archives for 2013

December 31, 2013

Graphene can host exotic new quantum electronic states at its edges

New approach to use of 2-D carbon material opens up unexpected properties, could unleash new uses.


December 20, 2013

Research update: Electric fields can push droplets from surfaces

New method developed at MIT could lead to near-doubling of heat-transfer efficiency from power-plant condensers.


December 18, 2013

Industry finds 'top-notch engineering students' in SuperUROP

Program launched last year brings students and faculty together for a chance to dive deeply into research projects


December 16, 2013

New graphene treatment could unleash new uses

MIT team develops simple, inexpensive method that could help realize material's promise for electronics, solar power, and sensors.


Best Proceedings Paper award at PowerMEMS 2013 to Dr. Velasquez-Garcia's group

Text taken from an e-mail written by MTL Director Jesús del Alamo to MTL community


Two awards for Palacios group at IEDM

Text taken from an e-mail written by MTL Director Jesús del Alamo to MTL community


December 13, 2013

Expediting Innovation

Brian Anthony accelerates the realization of innovative medical electronic devices and other products through research and education.


December 7, 2013

Silvija Gradečak seeks to better the world through new materials

Looking for better materials for solar cells, LEDs, and other technology, one molecule at a time.


December 4, 2013

A leap forward in X-ray technology

New system could provide detailed images -- even of soft tissue -- from a lightweight, portable device.