A technique to produce graphene in a flash can be used to tailor the properties of other 2D materials

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Scientists at Rice University have extended their technique to produce graphene in a flash to tailor the properties of other 2D materials. The scientists have successfully “flashed” bulk amounts of 2D dichalcogenides, changing them from semiconductors to metallics. Such materials are valuable for electronics, catalysis, and as lubricants.