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A simple one-step technique for producing arrays and patterns of polymer nanowires on entire wafers.
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Summary: This disclosure reports a simple one-step technique for producing arrays and patterns of polymer nanowires on entire wafers. Nanowire size is easily controlled by limiting or extending processing time, on the order of only 5-30 minutes. The technique appears to be applicable to almost any polymer type, allowing tremendous versatility and providing researchers new tools for numerous novel applications. This is a breakthrough technology in polymer processing, creating a new standard for polymer nanowire fabrication, while providing researchers fast and easy access to building blocks for a myriad of electronic, biomedical and commercial applications.