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Nature 409, 32-33 (4 January 2001) | doi:10.1038/35051205
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Molecular electronics: Nanowires begin to shine
David H. Cobden
Abstract
It is not easy finding a worthy successor to highly refined microchip technologies. But electronic devices built from molecular-scale components are fast becoming a good bet.
Unless you've been on a long vacation recently, you have probably heard a lot of hype about nanotechnology. Although many alternatives to existing microsystems are being considered, few would deny that there are formidable obstacles along this path.
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