A Chemist from RUDN University Developed A New Type of One-Molecule Thick Water-Repellent Film (IMAGE)

RUDN University

A Chemist from RUDN University Developed A New Type of One-Molecule Thick Water-Repellent Film

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A chemist from RUDN University together with colleagues created a new type of two-dimensional nanofilm from an organic material called calixarene. The invention can be used as a protective coating in electronics and as a part of molecular filters. They also suggested a way of increasing the durability of such films with UV radiation.

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RUDN University

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