Graphite and numerous graphitic-derived micro-and nano-particles have gained importance
in current materials science research. These two-dimensional sheets of sp2-hybridized …

In this study, density functional theory (DFT) has been used to build armchair graphene
nanoribbon (AGNR) gas sensor and study its capacity to detect carbon monoxide (CO) …

A nanoporous graphene membrane is crucial to energy-efficient reverse osmosis water
desalination given its high permeation rate and ion selectivity. However, the ion selectivity of …

Abstract Graphenenanosheet (GNS), armchair graphenenanoribbon (AGNR), and zigzag
graphenenanoribbon (ZGNR) systems were investigated by first principle calculations using …

Step-like zigzag graphene nanoribbons (ZGNRs) with different step widths are designed,
and their electronic transport properties are investigated by using the non-equilibrium …

DNA detection has revolutionized medical and biological research fields. It provides a
wealth of medical information for each individual, which can be used in a personalized …

Using first-principles quantum transport simulations, based on the nonequilibrium Green
function formalism combined with density functional theory (NEGF+ DFT), we examine …

Solid-state nanopores are promising candidates for next generation DNA and protein
sequencing. However, once fabricated, such devices lack tuneability, which greatly restricts …

DNA sequencing techniques are critical in order to investigate genes' functions. Obtaining
fast, accurate, and affordable DNA bases detection makes it possible to acquire …

We investigate the stability of destructive quantum interference (DQI) in electron transport
through graphene nanostructures connected to source and drain electrodes. The fingerprint …