From the Archive - March 26, 2011
Professor Moungi Bawendi from MIT demystifies the "Quantum Magic in Nanocrystals" at NanoDays 2011 celebrated at the Museum of Science Boston on March 26th. He explains what quantum dots are, how they work, and some current and potential future applications for this nanomaterial.

On October 4, 2023, Moungi G. Bawendi from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry along with Louis E. Brus, Columbia University and Alexei I. Ekimov, Nanocrystals Technology Inc.

Discover how these tiny crystals, made of thousands or hundreds of atoms, are reshaping the world of science and technology. At just nanometers in size, quantum dots exhibit unique properties, emitting light as electrons behave like waves. This groundbreaking discovery promises increased efficiency in various applications, particularly in the field of lighting technology.

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