A diode that emits light at a shorter wavelength than ever before shows huge — albeit destructive — technological promise. But further work is needed to ensure that this promise is fulfilled.
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Khan, A. A bug-beating diode. Nature 441, 299 (2006). https://doi.org/10.1038/441299a
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