BoronNnitride Nanotubes (IMAGE) Rice University Caption Rice University researchers have discovered a way to 'decorate' electrically insulating boron nitride nanotubes with functional groups, making them more suitable for use with polymers and composite materials. Credit Martí Research Group/Rice University Usage Restrictions For news reporting purposes only. 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.