Researchers synthesize silicon-based quantum dots

NDSU researchers recently developed a new method of
creating quantum dots made of silicon. Quantum dots, or
nanocrystals, are tiny nanometer-scale pieces of semiconductor that
emit light when their electrons are exposed to UV light. The most
common application of quantum dots is in QLED displays. Through
their use, digital displays have become brighter and much thinner,
resulting in improvements to television and, potentially,
cell-phone technology.