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First superconducting graphene created by UBC researchers

First superconducting graphene created by UBC researchers

Graphene, the ultra-thin, ultra-strong material made from a single layer of carbon atoms, just got a little more extreme. UBC physicists have been able to create the first ever superconducting graphene sample by coating it with lithium atoms.

Sep 8, 2015

Researchers discover possible secret to superconductivity

Researchers discover possible secret to superconductivity

UBC researchers have discovered a prevalent electronic state that controls the behaviour of high-temperature superconducting copper-oxide ceramics.

Dec 19, 2013

Ultra-fast laser pulses shed light on elusive superconducting mechanism: UBC research

An international team that includes UBC physicists has used ultra-fast laser pulses to identify the microscopic interactions that drive high-temperature superconductivity.

Apr 2, 2012