<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false"><li>Scientists have discovered a cleaner, eco-friendly method to produce semiconductors essential for electronic devices using water and specially designed proteins at room temperature.</li><li>The new method, developed by researchers at Virginia Commonwealth University and Princeton University, could make semiconductor production cheaper and safer in the future by eliminating the need for harmful chemicals and high heat.</li><li>The breakthrough involves using custom-designed proteins, inspired by natural biomineralization processes, to guide the formation of quantum dots without toxic chemicals, marking a significant advancement in high-tech material production.</li><li>The research, led by Dr. Leah Spangler and Dr. Michael Hecht, offers promising possibilities for creating cleaner, safer materials for electronics and improving the manufacturing process, potentially reducing the environmental impact of technology.</li></ul>

Scientists discover eco-friendly way to make electronics using proteins

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