Scientists forge the darkest matter ever created by humans
Posted 01.23.2008 at 3:11 pm
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While they have applied to the Guinness organization for recognition, the work isn't just about records. A material that efficiently absorbs so much radiation could improve solar power technology and other devices. The work is detailed in a paper in the journal Nano Letters.
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