Researchers develop a breakthrough molecular design strategy to push PTAA-based PSCs beyond 26% efficiency by addressing carrier transport challenges at 2D/3D heterojunctions. The design enhances hole extraction through π-conjugation extension of triphenylamine-based semiconducting ligands.
Mechanobiology reveals how physical forces govern cells, tissues, and diseases, leading to breakthroughs in cancer, fibrosis, orthopedic injuries, and vascular diseases. The field is also pioneering mechanical reprogramming and mechanogenetics, enabling personalized mechanical interventions.
Researchers are unlocking secrets of Mechanohealth, a new paradigm focusing on maintaining the body's natural mechanical balance to prevent and treat disease. Studies have shown that macrophage mechanics directly determine anti-tumor activity and fibrosis can be reversed by disrupting key mechanical feedback loops.
Researchers developed bioinspired auxetic triboelectric nanogenerators that resolve mechanical mismatch challenges in flexible sensors. The devices achieve high energy conversion efficiencies and conform to biological tissues with minimal energy loss.
Researchers develop a novel NiO/cCeO2 oxygen carrier for efficient low-temperature methane reforming and water splitting, achieving high CO selectivity and nearly pure H2 production. The material demonstrates exceptional stability and performance across a broad temperature window.
A new catalyst enables continuous hydrogen production and recovers high-purity magnesium hydroxide in seawater electrolysis. The innovation prevents cathode scaling and maintains stability over 5,000 hours., Researchers achieved a purity of 99% for the valuable byproduct Mg(OH)₂.
The Journal of Management Analytics seeks high-quality research on the intersection of artificial intelligence and business disciplines, focusing on prescriptive intelligence to optimize organizational systems. The symposium will be held in June 2026 at ESCP Turin, Italy, with partial funding available for selected authors.
Researchers developed a novel hydrogel electrolyte that overcomes limitations of traditional hydrogels, enabling ultra-stretchability and anti-freezing capability. The material achieves high ionic conductivity and retains performance under severe deformation and extreme temperatures.
The disease has dismantled livelihoods, disrupted food security, and exposed deep gaps in Nepal's animal health system. The estimated direct economic loss is USD 20 million, with indirect costs expected to be significantly higher.
Researchers develop AIEgen-functionalized MXene nanosheets for stimuli-responsive hydrogel in pyroptosis-mediated choroidal melanoma therapy, overcoming limitations of traditional therapies. The platform achieves precise tumor discrimination and effective tumor eradication without enucleation.
Researchers have developed a novel Fe-EGaIn/TPU core-sheath fiber that overcomes limitations in stretchability and electronic performance. The material achieves strain-invariant conductivity with high conductivity, extreme stretchability, and absorption-enhanced EMI protection.
Researchers developed a novel polyphenol-gated composite electrolyte that overcomes limitations in interfacial Li⁺ transport and achieves an exceptional Li⁺ transference number of 0.68. The material enables fast, selective Li⁺ transport while immobilizing anions through hydrogen bonding.
Researchers have developed a self-sensing NiFe@N-doped carbon aerogel that seamlessly integrates multiple essential functionalities into a single lightweight structure. The aerogel addresses critical operational requirements such as real-time damage detection, thermal protection, and fire safety for aerospace, defense, and advanced ele...
Researchers have developed a novel pseudocapacitive anode material that bridges the gap between batteries and supercapacitors, enabling fast Li-ion storage with exceptional performance. The material's unique three-dimensional percolation network facilitates fast Li+ migration with low energy barriers.
Researchers found that adding letrozole to a standard IVF hormone protocol improves live birth in women who respond poorly to ovarian stimulation, producing higher proportions of mature eggs and high-quality embryos.
Researchers have developed a novel doping approach inspired by the Maillard reaction, enhancing interphase chemistry and addressing multiple performance bottlenecks. The resulting hard carbon anode exhibits impressive reversible capacity and cycling stability, demonstrating strong potential for commercial applications.
A new framework for brain-computer interfaces is proposed using single-neuron recordings, integrating clinical advances with existing technologies. The framework enables two closed-loop strategies: adaptive neural feedback systems and adaptive neuromodulation systems, facilitating the study of memory processing and concept cells.
Professor Yannis Pitsiladis and Professor Fabio Pigozzi co-edit the 4th edition of Sports Physician Handbook, featuring contributions from world-leading physicians and scientists. The handbook covers key areas of sports medicine, including injury prevention, psychology of recovery, and care for young athletes.
A large-scale study found a reciprocal relationship between sleep disturbance and the gut microbiome, improving dementia risk prediction accuracy. The protein-based model identified key proteins associated with dementia risk, offering potential therapeutic targets.
The China–Italy laboratory medicine collaboration has been strengthened through a high-level meeting at Ruijin Hospital. The partnership aims to enhance the journal's global influence through international editorial collaboration, overseas offices, and high-quality academic content.
Sergio Bernardini discussed journal development and international collaboration with the editorial team, emphasizing proactive academic publishing and global outreach. He encouraged thematic issues, forums, and collaborations to engage the laboratory medicine community.
Researchers developed a scalable strategy for fabricating large-area electrochromic smart windows using tungsten oxide films, enabling practical industrial production. The technology reduces building energy consumption by up to 140.0 MJ m−2 compared to conventional windows, showcasing significant energy-saving potential.
Researchers developed an AB-TENG with a transistor-inspired architecture to transform physical limitations into functional advantages, advancing skin-electricity-enhanced thin-film TENGs. This breakthrough design establishes a new paradigm for next-generation self-sustaining HMI and IoT devices.
A novel dual-crystal-phase manganese dioxide (MnO₂) cathode has been developed to improve the performance and stability of aqueous zinc-ion batteries. The cathode offers high capacity, rapid charging capabilities, and exceptional longevity due to its unique interface between two different crystal structures.
Researchers develop a novel 'steric hindrance' strategy to boost the performance of single-atom catalysts in oxygen reduction reactions. The approach uses metalloporphyrins with bulky groups to prevent atomic agglomeration and ensure high efficiency.
This study introduces a breakthrough approach to regulate mixed-valence states in perovskite electrodes for VRFB, offering valuable insights into high-performance metal-based electrocatalysts. The findings highlight the importance of interdisciplinary research in materials science and electrochemistry.
Researchers developed inorganic high-performance fiber-based materials for electromagnetic interference shielding, offering valuable insights into the development of next-generation lightweight and durable EMI shielding materials. The review highlights the importance of interdisciplinary research to drive innovation in this field.
The new polyetherimide (PEI) core encapsulated by a polyamide-imide (PAI) shell separator overcomes conventional limitations in thermal safety, dendrite suppression, and cycling stability. The PAI@PEI separator achieves record-high shutdown temperature and superior Li+ transference.
Researchers have developed ultra-lightweight water materials that retain water's inherent thermal advantages while overcoming its density constraints. These materials enable passive thermal management without energy-intensive active cooling systems, addressing the weight burden limitation of conventional hydrogels.
A randomized crossover pilot study found that pre-chemotherapy exercise can reduce cancer-related fatigue and attenuate symptoms. High-intensity interval exercise performed before treatment showed significant benefits on Day 5 post-chemotherapy.
This study presents a polyhydroxy hydrogel electrolyte with in situ regulated interface chemistry suitable for biosensing-compatible zinc batteries, achieving unprecedented cycling stability and high-performance biosensing. The hydrogel electrolyte enables a conformal and continuous interface, promoting uniform ion transport and deposi...
Researchers have presented a new design paradigm for 2D flash memory devices using monolayer Janus MoSSe, achieving ultrafast charge trapping and superior retention. The device exhibits high-speed program/erase operations, stable data retention exceeding 10^8 seconds, and energy efficiency with reduced operating voltages.
Researchers engineer T cells to express specific TCRs, demonstrating that antigen recognition drives phagocytosis and identifying key regulatory parameters, such as antigen density. The study's findings offer mechanistic insights and translational promise for immunotherapy.
Researchers found penicillin-streptomycin increases macrophage stiffness and rewires ECM mechanosensing, impairing immune function and suggesting potential off-target effects in clinical use. The study highlights the need to re-evaluate common cell culture reagents through a mechanobiological lens.
This review introduces a safety-level-oriented framework for polymer-based health-monitoring technologies, highlighting key material systems and device modalities. Flexible devices can track physiological signals and enable personalized healthcare through noninvasive wearables, microinvasive biosensing, and implantable electronics.
Researchers developed a novel cellulose@MOF scaffold-based asymmetric electrolyte for stable solid-state lithium metal batteries, achieving enhanced safety and energy density. The design incorporates a cellulose framework decorated with MOF nanosheets, providing a strong mechanical barrier and efficient ion transport.
A new study found that uterine estrogen receptors help control early pregnancy immune response by regulating inflammation and supporting sperm survival. Without these receptors, the uterus experiences unusually high levels of inflammation, disrupting embryo implantation.
Researchers found that selenium reduced oxidative stress and partially restored hormone levels in male rats with cisplatin-induced testicular damage. The study suggests that selenium may support the body's natural defenses and protect reproductive organs during chemotherapy.
Researchers have charted a transformative path toward sustainable hydrogen peroxide production through the two-electron oxygen reduction reaction. The 'generate-and-use' approach eliminates hazardous storage and long-distance transport, making it ideal for remote areas and decentralized industrial applications.
A team of researchers proposes a transdisciplinary approach to address antimicrobial resistance by developing integrated modelling architectures. The current mathematical modelling approaches lack translation from science to policy due to fundamental gaps in data and knowledge.
Financial incentives have shown promise in promoting pro-social and health-promoting behaviors, but challenges persist, including ensuring additionality, monitoring compliance, and addressing social equity concerns. The review highlights key findings on the effectiveness of cash rewards, non-cash incentives, and conditionality in One H...
A new brain imaging study identifies two distinct subtypes of ADHD, each associated with unique brain structure and behavior patterns. The first subtype is linked to attention-related symptoms, while the second subtype shows widespread reductions in grey matter volume and increased disease severity.
A study published in Translational Exercise Biomedicine found that low-intensity treadmill exercise preconditioning significantly reduced brain injury and improved neurological outcomes after ischemic stroke in mouse models. The exercise group showed lower infarct size, increased microvessel density, and reduced inflammation.
The Shanghai Jiao Tong University Journal Center announces the renaming of Frontiers in Energy to ENGINEERING ENERGY, a move towards strengthening brand identity and open approach. The journal aims to foster exchange of ideas and dissemination of innovative findings in energy science and technology.
The study reveals how AI is fundamentally shifting the paradigm for discovering high-performance batteries and efficient electrocatalysts. AI-driven generative models and Large Language Models are enabling scientists to predict exact chemical structures and navigate vast chemical spaces at unprecedented speeds.
A novel multi-stage concentrating and spectrum-splitting coupling approach is proposed for complementary PV-TPV conversion. The system decouples temperature and concentration ratios, enabling efficient thermophotovoltaic conversion of high-energy photons.
The Third Energy Revolution is driven by global climate change and global consensus on carbon neutrality, integrating renewable energy sources and digital intelligence. The cornerstone of this revolution is renewable energy, transforming the entire energy technology and system.
Industry-wide shift towards n-type TOPCon technology dominates market share, with silicon solar cells reaching new heights in efficiency. Perovskite solar cells break single-junction barrier, while organic solar cells cross 20% efficiency threshold.
Researchers have developed functionalized wood as a versatile material for next-generation energy and environmental applications. The work enables sustainable solutions in metal-ion batteries, Zn–air systems, and supercapacitors, as well as efficient adsorption, photothermal filtration, and catalytic degradation for water treatment.
Researchers developed a novel risk score model using 6 commonly ordered blood tests to predict mortality in COVID-19 patients. The study found that acid-base disturbances and elevated creatinine levels were strongly associated with higher mortality odds.