FEATURED NEOLOGISM:

Graphene – Graphene is a neologism coined from graphite and the suffix -ene, denoting unsaturated carbon bonds.
It refers to a single layer of carbon atoms arranged in a two-dimensional honeycomb lattice. First isolated in 2004, graphene revolutionized material science with its strength, conductivity, and flexibility.
Its naming inspired analogues like borophene (boron), silicene (silicon), or graphane (hydrogenated graphene). These variations extend the concept to other elements, forming a class of 2D materials.

Gemma Rius is a Tenured Research Scientist at the IMB-CNM-CSIC (Spain) specializing in nanotechnology and microelectronics, with a strong track record in advanced nanofabrication, scanning probe microscopy, and the development of 2D and low-dimensional materials. Her scientific career has been defined by an enabling approach, a consistent drive to bridge fundamental science and practical applications, particularly within the field of nanoelectronic devices. Rius has led and contributed to numerous high-impact research projects, earning national and international recognition, including the prestigious Ramón y Cajal fellowship. Beyond her scientific excellence, she is deeply committed to science communication and public engagement. She actively promotes scientific literacy in STEM through talks, publications, or audiovisual content, with special attention to inclusiveness and accessibility. Her efforts include outreach in Catalan and, recently, in Catalan Sign Language, to make STEM accessible to diverse communities and foster a more equitable scientific culture.