‘Lab to fab’: are promises of a graphene revolution finally coming true?

The article discusses the progress and challenges of the graphene industry in the UK, two decades after the material was first produced at the University of Manchester in 2004. While graphene was initially hailed as a "wonder material" with exceptional strength and conductivity, not every UK graphene company has been able to capitalize on its potential. Some firms have shown promise, but others are still struggling to find commercial success. China, the world's largest producer of graphene, is actively using the material to advance its position in the global race for microchip production and construction. In contrast, the article suggests that the UK's graphene industry has faced difficulties in fully realizing the promises of the "graphene revolution." The article highlights the ongoing efforts and challenges faced by UK companies as they navigate the path from laboratory to commercial fabrication ("lab to fab") of graphene-based products and applications.