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With graphene having been coined a 'wonder material' and carbon nanotubes (CNTs) serving niche and emerging applications, IDTechEx uncovers material truths in the form of research data that show the highlights and lowlights of these two advanced materials.

The surge in silver prices is placing increasing pressure on conductive ink manufacturers to develop alternative solutions for printed electronic applications, either with different conductive elements or lower silver content. This article details the technical challenges involved in developing a new ink formulation.

Dr Xiaoxi He discusses the value proposition of thin-film perovskite photovoltaics.

The ability to print electronics has revolutionized the miniaturization capabilities of technology. This article covers how streamlined, discreet, and flexible electronics are creating waves through the wearables and consumer device markets.

The global push toward decarbonization and renewable energy has kept next-generation solar technologies firmly in the spotlight. As analyzed in the newly released IDTechEx report "Perovskite Photovoltaics 2027-2037: Technologies, Markets & Trends", supported by government initiatives and surging private investments, perovskite photovoltaics (PV) remains one of the most intensely watched sectors in the energy transition.

The processes behind many modern technologies are underpinned by the advanced materials responsible for their function, including conductive inks, advanced coatings, and low-loss materials.

From nuclear reactors to photovoltaics, clean energy is as hot a topic as any, with numerous players striving for scalability across the sector to lessen reliance on fossil fuels. This article covers some of the technologies involved with generating clean energy.

Join IDTechEx Principal Technology Analyst Dr Conor O'Brien on Thursday 18 June for the expert-led webinar, "The Silver Squeeze: How Rising Costs Are Reshaping the Conductive Inks Market". Choose your preferred time zone - the webinar runs three times in one day.

From lymphatic drainage tools to insulin pumps, the latest medical and wearable devices were showcased at the Med Tech Expo 2026, where IDTechEx spoke with multiple companies making waves across the sector with their latest innovations.

The conductive ink market relies heavily on silver as the conductive element of the ink. With sharply increasing silver prices, alternative inks are coming to the market including low-silver, copper and carbon inks.