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Graphical abstract for There is plenty of room at the bottom: New Insights into old observations

Three case studies are analysed to demonstrate (1) the usefulness of fundamental understanding and theoretical modelling in systems with small dimensions, for which interfacial phenomena are crucial; (2) The possibility of advancing our understanding even in areas that are considered old; and (3) The advantages of simple theories.

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(2018). There is plenty of room at the bottom: New Insights into old observations. Advanced Materials Letters, 9(9), 610-613. https://doi.org/10.5185/amlett.2018.2002