Experimentally Proving the Effects of Local Chemical Pressure on Optical Properties
Scientists have recently discovered a new way to manipulate the optical properties of materials through localized chemical pressure. This groundbreaking development could have major implications for optoelectronic devices such as lasers, LEDs, and solar cells. By applying pressure on the atomic scale, researchers at the Institute of Physics in Vienna were able to change the optical properties of a material without altering its chemical composition. This new method could revolutionize the way optoelectronic devices are designed and manufactured. Researchers are optimistic that this breakthrough could lead to a new generation of more efficient and cost-effective optoelectronic devices.
source: Phys.org