Irregular Clusters of Carbon Rings (IMAGE) University of Basel Caption At the interface between silicon dioxide and silicon carbide, irregular clusters of carbon rings occur, which disturb the electronic function. Credit Universität Basel, Departement Physik/Swiss Nanoscience Institute Usage Restrictions Please use with proper credit. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.