A new study shows that sapphire, the second most durable gemstone after diamond, could be the key to developing the best anti-glare, anti-fogging, dust-resistant, scratch-free surfaces.

New sapphire nanostructures created at UT Austin repel dust, glare, and fog while staying durable. Inspired by nature, these ...

More information: Kun-Chieh Chien et al, Scratch-resistant sapphire nanostructures with anti-glare, anti-fogging, and anti-dust properties, Materials Horizons (2025). DOI: 10.1039/D4MH01844C ...

With a noticeable thickness of 0.7mm this takes care of preventing any accidental damage, dirt and dust, ensuring your collection remains in pristine condition for years to come. Anti-Scratch ...

While not quite as scratch-resistant as traditional bulk sapphire ... that way -- these new sapphire nanostructures repel fog, dust and glare with self-cleaning capabilities.

While not quite as scratch-resistant as traditional bulk sapphire – the nanostructures are comparable to tungsten or traditional glass in that way – these new sapphire nanostructures repel fog, dust ...

A phone screen you can't scratch no matter how many times you drop ... that way – these new sapphire nanostructures repel fog, dust and glare with self-cleaning capabilities.