Revolutionizing Technology: Graphene-Based Device for Next-Generation Applications
Key Ideas
  • Researchers from Khalifa University and the University of Manchester collaborated to create a graphene-based device with applications in hydrogen fuel cells, computing, and catalysis.
  • The research, published in Nature, showcases the ability to independently control proton and electron currents in a graphene sheet, opening up possibilities for multifunctional devices.
  • By utilizing double gating, the researchers could enhance proton transport and induce high electrical resistance, leading to advancements in electronic applications and sustainable technologies.
  • The discovery has significant implications for proton-conducting membranes and the integration of memory and logic functions into a single device, pushing the boundaries of graphene technology.
Researchers from Khalifa University's Research & Innovation Centre for Graphene and 2D Materials (RIC2D) and the Research Innovation Centre on CO2 and Hydrogen (RICH) have collaborated with scientists from the University of Manchester to develop a graphene-based device that aims to revolutionize next-generation technologies in hydrogen fuel cells, computing, and catalysis. Their breakthrough, published in the prestigious journal Nature, demonstrates the precise tuning of a graphene sheet's properties with electric fields to support independent proton and electron currents. This advancement lays the foundation for a device capable of combining computer memory and logic functions. Dr. Ahmed Al Durra, Senior Vice-President of Research and Development at Khalifa University, highlighted the importance of this interdisciplinary partnership, noting the significant advancements in graphene applications highlighted in Nature. The collaboration between RICH, RIC2D, and international universities showcases the potential of global partnerships to drive innovation. Utilizing a method called double gating, the researchers successfully controlled proton transport and hydrogenation in graphene, allowing for improved proton flow and the creation of multifunctional devices. This breakthrough has implications for proton-conducting membranes and sustainable technologies, with Dr. Lourdes Vega emphasizing the reproducible control over conductive states and the integration of memory and logic functions into a single device. RIC2D and RICH are at the forefront of graphene and 2D materials innovations, with RICH specifically focusing on carbon capture, hydrogen, and sustainable fuels. The collaboration between these centers and international experts highlights the potential for advancements in electronic applications and sustainable technologies, shaping the future of graphene-based devices.
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