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Scalable Quantum Photonics
In this Focus issue, we explore the role of photonics in advancing quantum information technologies such as quantum computing, quantum sensing and quantum communications.
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PEG alternatives for RNA therapeutics
The immunogeneity of polyethylene glycol (PEG) present in commercial lipid nanoparticles for mRNA delivery has accelerated the development of less immunogenic alternatives.
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Mechanics in functional materials
Understanding the mechanical behaviour of functional materials can enable improvements in their structural durability and performance.
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Sustainable aviation fuels
Mass commercial air transport has revolutioned business and leisure, but the increased usage of fossil fuels is not sustainable.
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Low-dimensional phase engineering
Phase engineering in low-dimensional materials enables tailoring of their properties but demands precise and efficient control.
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Constructing 2D moiré and chiral materials
Constructing moiré patterns and chirality in 2D materials offers large freedom for manipulating properties but has difficulties in synthesis.
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Reproducibility
Reproducibility in the materials sciences is of increasing interest.
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New directions in ferroelectrics
Ferroelectrics have already impacted scientific research and commercial applications over the century since their discovery.
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Complex element coupling
Complex element combinations increase the variety of microstructural features and facilitate property manipulation for materials design.
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Decarbonizing the steel industry
Steel industry plays a key role in reducing global carbon emissions.
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Engineered living materials
Advances in synthetic biology and biomaterials design are enabling the creation of living materials with tailored functionalities.
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Heterogeneity engineering in metallic materials
