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The Impact of COVID-19 on the Global Graphene Industry

Yoong Xin Pang, Qianlun Hong, Chenyang Lu, Bingyi Lin, Wen Wen, Xinyun Wu, Yuxin Yan, Cheng Heng Pang

Graphene materials with unique properties are driving innovations and development of technologies in various industries including medicine, electronics and energy. The rising demand for new materials with enhanced mechanical, chemical and biological properties has accelerated the growth of graphene industry. However, the unexpected outbreak of the recent COVID-19 pandemic has affected the graphene industry in various aspects. Extensive studies have been carried out in this work to describe the impact associated with the outbreak, particularly on biomedical and electronics applications. This study also summarized several challenges to be addressed prior to commercializing the use of graphene in the industry, and general potential measures to be taken for crisis management during COVID-19 are included.