How can the shrinkage of the interconnection interface resulting from the surface tension at heterogeneous nanomaterials be suppressed? Hui Wan and coworkers from Wuhan University demonstrated a laser-induced thermocompression bonding strategy in IJEM and successfully bonded Cu nanowires with a diameter of 200 nm to Au pads. Their work represents an important step towards interconnect packaging and integration of nanodevices.

In a significant advancement for boosting renewable energy generation development, the School of Engineering of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has taken the lead in breaking through studies of the nanoscale properties of perovskite solar cells (PSCs). This initiative has resulted in the development of more efficient and durable cells, poised to substantially diminish costs and broaden applications, thereby connecting scientific research with the needs of the business community.

Osaka Metropolitan University and Osaka University researchers investigated the factors influencing older adults’ acceptance and use of demand-responsive transport (DRT) in Senboku New Town, Osaka. The results revealed a significant relationship between social influence and behavior intention for both older people and adults.