Materials science
Material, heal thyself
Everyday products get a shine with an eco-friendly coat that disperses in water and repairs on its own when scarred.
Raising a glass
A recent discovery may lead to materials with ultra-low thermal conductivity.
Defective is effective
Perfection may be overrated: scientists find that flaws in two-dimensional materials greatly enhance the material’s properties.
Heat of the matter
Researchers pave the way for new applications of chromium nitride.
