2D Materials
2D materials can broadly be grouped by their properties and potential applications. They are materials which consist of atomically thin layers that are weakly bonded to one another by van de Waals forces.
From 2D semiconductors in optoelectronics and nanotechnology to flexible electrodes, energy storage and anti-corrosion coatings, our 2D materials – including graphene and molybdenum disulfide – offer a broad range of applications. Explore potential uses in groundbreaking biomedical applications such as tissue engineering, sensors, and drug deliveries, as well as advanced aerospace applications.
Interest in 2D materials has increased dramatically since the successful mechanical exfoliation of graphene in 2004 by Novoselov and Geim. 2D materials can be created from a bulk material via several different methods, the simplest of which is mechanical exfoliation. Also known as the Scotch-tape method, the weak weakly van der Waals forces that bond the single-atom-thick layers in the material together can be overcome with a piece of sticky tape. More sophisticated methods like chemical vapour deposition can be used for larger and more uniform 2D flakes.
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Black Phosphorus
Explore the unique properties of black phosphorus in crystal or powder forms.
Graphene Materials
For high purity graphene materials, take a look at our varied collection.
Hexagonal Boron Nitride
Also known as "white graphite" because of its color and graphite-like properties.
TMCs
Transition Metal Chalcogenides
Browse our TMCs including popular transition metal dichalcogenides.
Popular 2D Materials
Molybdenum Disulfide
Browse our MoS2 powders, single crystals, and films.
Molybdenum Diselenide
Browse our MoSe2 powders, single crystals, and films.
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Related categories: low dimensional materials, nanodots and quantum dots, carbon nanotubes
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Introduction to 2D Materials
The foundation of technology is the understanding of material systems. Specific material properties are required depending on the application.
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Viscoelastic Transfer of 2D Material Using PDMS
Viscoelastic transfer using polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) stamps is one of the methods used for the deterministic placement of 2D materials and the fabrication of van der Waals heterostructures.
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Molybdenum Disulfide (MoS2): Theory & Applications
Molybdenum disulfide belongs to a class of materials called 'transition metal dichalcogenides'. Materials in this class have the chemical formula MX2, where M is a transition metal atom and X is a chalcogen.
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Reducing Graphene Oxide to Graphene Using Environmentally Safe Materials
Graphene has many potential electronic, optoelectronic and biological uses. However, graphene itself is non-soluble, and this makes it very difficult to deposit from solution.
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What is Graphene?
Graphene is a hexagonal lattice of carbon atoms that connect to form a single sheet in 2 dimensions.
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What is Graphene Oxide?
Graphene oxide (GO) is a two-dimensional material with oxygen-functionalized surfaces, derived from graphite.
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Hexagonal Boron Nitride Structure
Hexagonal boron nitride (h-BN) has a layered structure. In a layer of h-BN, each boron atom is covalently bonded to three nitrogen atoms and vice versa.
Read more... Hexagonal Boron Nitride Properties
The properties of bulk hexagonal boron nitride crystals differ from that of the monolayer material. The bulk exists as layered hexagonal lattice material similar to graphite.
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Tungsten Disulfide Properties
Tungsten disulfide (WS2) exits in different forms, each with their own beneficial properties. Bulk WS2 offers advantages such as exceptional lubricity and high thermal stability.
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Graphene vs Graphite
Graphene is a single layer of carbon atoms arranged in a hexagonal pattern, like a sheet of paper. Graphite, on the other hand, is made up of many layers of graphene stacked on top of each other, like a stack of paper.
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