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Graphene is the world’s thinnest material – 1 million times thinner than a human hair. It is also very strong, stronger than both steel and diamond. Over the past decade, #EUFunded research has advanced graphene from lab to industry. This has generated significant economic impact, created thousands of jobs, and established Europe as a leader in #graphene technology, crucial for future innovation and sustainability. Read the interview here to learn how graphene is used for sports, cars and planes ➡️ europa.eu/!fqhg4N #ResearchImpactEU #HorizonMagazine Graphene Flagship

Graphene’s fame for being super thin and strong is old news. What’s often missed? It’s also a near-perfect conductor of electricity, making it ideal for revolutionizing energy storage—think batteries that charge in seconds, not hours. Yet, the real question is: why isn’t graphene ubiquitous if it's so amazing? High costs and technical hurdles keep it out of your smartphone. So, is Europe’s focus on graphene a risky bet or a visionary move? And how will they tackle the environmental costs of mass production? The hype is real, but the challenges are, too. #EnergyRevolution #TechRealities #GrapheneFuture

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Savvas Xystouris

Technical Development Manager - BSc Chemistry, MSc Food Science & Nutrition

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