From fullerenes to 2D structures: A unified design principle for boron nanostructures

Summary

Researchers have identified a unified design principle for boron nanostructures, which can form a variety of complex structures such as boron fullerenes and borophenes due to its unique bonding capabilities. According to Phys.org, boron's ability to share electrons among multiple atoms distinguishes it from carbon and contributes to the diversity of its nanostructures.