News Faster Than Silicon: Researchers Develop Semiconductors for Next-Gen Communications

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Researchers from UK's Cardiff University's Institute have developed a new type of semiconductor that's more sensitive to light with lower-noise.

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From my recolection there are a number of materials that are better than silicon for chips, but for cost and production reasons aren't used much. But, if they can mass produce these (eventually) at reasonable cost then they will get a market other than for expensive applications. Just a thought.