Articles tagged with Electrodes
Scientists from ITMO University devised a novel way to address issues with solar cells, including reduced light reflection and overheating. By incorporating glass microparticles into the top electrode, they improved solar cell efficiency by 20%, making it more attractive for industrial applications.
Researchers at Forschungszentrum Jülich observe deposits forming on iron electrodes during operation, revealing a key to improving battery performance. The findings enhance energy density and capacity, paving the way for widespread adoption in mobile applications.
Researchers found that gelatin accelerates the healing of the blood-brain barrier after acute brain injury by reducing microglial cell activation and promoting anti-inflammatory responses. This study has significant implications for the development of surgical treatments and brain implants.
A research team at DGIST has developed an electroluminescent film that is four times brighter than existing ones, using the retro-reflection principle of nocturnal animal eyes. The film can fabricate high luminance electroluminescent light sources by controlling luminescent particle concentrations.
A new study by OHSU researchers suggests that performing brain surgery on patients who are asleep can produce comparable or even better clinical outcomes than procedures conducted while the patient is awake. This approach has improved speech fluency and reduced motor function issues for patients undergoing deep-brain stimulation. The s...
Researchers used neurostimulation to activate brain regions associated with face and color processing, inducing illusory faces and rainbows in a patient. The findings suggest functional and anatomical specificity of these brain regions.
Researchers at Arizona State University have discovered that proteins can conduct electricity like metal through a new technology called recognition tunneling. This finding has potential applications in medical diagnosis and could revolutionize the way we understand protein behavior.
Researchers have developed a paper-based flexible supercapacitor using metallic nanoparticles to increase energy density. The device shows high power and energy densities, and can be folded without affecting conductivity, making it suitable for wearable devices and other applications.
Researchers at CIC nanoGUNE developed a photovoltaic device using magnetic materials as electrodes, increasing efficiency by 14%. The device produces alternating current directly, eliminating the need for transformers. Further improvements are being pursued to build more efficient solar modules.
Drexel University researchers have created a fabric-like material electrode that could help make energy storage devices faster and less susceptible to leaks or fires. Their design uses a thick ion-rich gel electrolyte absorbed in a freestanding mat of porous carbon nanofibers, eliminating the need for flammable liquids.
Researchers at IBS developed first 2D field-effect transistor made of single material, overcoming efficiency limits of current 3D transistors. The new technique uses a polymorphic material, molybdenum telluride (MoTe2), to produce both metal and semiconductor components with low contact resistance.
KAUST researchers have produced detailed 3D visualizations of ionic winds flowing from a flame in response to direct and alternating electric fields. The study reveals that negative ions play a crucial role in shaping the wind dynamics.
Researchers developed a silver micron-particle sintering joining technology that can bond various electrodes, including Cu and Au, at low temperatures. This technology achieves high reliability and low electrical resistivity, contributing to energy saving and reduction of CO2 gas.
UConn chemistry professor Doug Adamson has patented a process to exfoliate pure graphene, a substance that is 100 times stronger than steel. His technology uses a thermodynamically driven approach to un-stack graphite into its constituent graphene sheets.
Researchers developed a titanium dioxide interlayer to boost the performance of photoanodes, increasing photocurrent by more than four times. The design combines nanostructure with chemical doping, promising improvements for green photocatalytic systems.
A team at MIT has carried out detailed tests that resolve the questions surrounding a compound called lithium iodide, a possible solution to some of the lithium-air battery's problems. The study finds that LiI can enhance water's reactivity and interfere with charging, but suggests ways to suppress these reactions to make it work better.
Columbia University researchers successfully demonstrate current blockade using atomically precise molecular clusters at room temperature. The team created a single cluster of geometrically ordered atoms with an inorganic core and positioned linkers to connect it to two gold electrodes, achieving reproducible transport characteristics.
Researchers have developed bendable batteries that can run on biocompatible liquids like normal IV saline solution and cell-culture medium, outperforming most wearable lithium-ion batteries in charge-holding capacity and power output. The batteries' design also enables potential biomedical applications, such as consuming essential oxyg...
Researchers in China have successfully grown ferroelectric thin films with symmetric oxide electrodes, stabilizing flux-closure domains and their periodic arrays. This finding disproves previous theories and opens up new possibilities for the evolution of these structures under external electric fields.
Researchers from Kumamoto University developed a novel electrochemical sensing technique for detecting neurotoxic agents, including Nereistoxin, which showed high sensitivity and specificity. The method uses gold electrodes with adsorbed NRT layers, achieving detection limits of 1-25 micro-grams per milliliter of human serum.
Researchers at the University of Oregon have made significant progress in developing fractal-based retinal implants that could potentially restore vision to people with macular degeneration. The implants use fractal geometry to stimulate retinal neurons, achieving a 90% increase in neuron stimulation while using less voltage.
Researchers identify strategies to enhance lithium storage in 2D nanomaterials, including hybridization, surface/edge functionalization, and structural optimization. These approaches aim to improve conductivity and accommodate volume expansion during charging/discharging cycles.
Researchers developed a method to observe local conductivity changes in memristors using conductive liquid electrolytes. The method reveals the formation of nanoscale spots responsible for conductivity changes, allowing for distinction between electrical and thermal contributions.
Researchers from KIT developed a novel material based on porphyrin to speed up rechargeable battery charging. The new material allows for high-performance energy storage and supercapacitors with exceptional properties.
Researchers at the University of Warsaw have developed a method to form colloidal chains by pulling out individual particles from a suspension using an electrode. The chains are held together by a thin layer of liquid, and their flexibility is influenced by the type of liquid used.
Researchers have developed a hypoallergenic electronic sensor that can be worn on the skin for up to a week without causing inflammation or irritation. The device uses breathable nanoscale meshes and has been tested on 20 subjects, demonstrating its reliability as an electrode for continuous health monitoring.
A team of engineers at the University of Washington has developed a process for manufacturing supercapacitor electrode materials that meet industrial and usage demands. They used carbon-rich materials with high surface area, creating an aerogel that can act as a crude electrode and doubling its capacitance.
Scientists discovered that smooth surfaces are key to preventing dendrites from forming in solid electrolyte lithium batteries, a breakthrough that could enable safer and more efficient battery technology. By eliminating the need for liquid electrolytes, researchers aim to double a battery's energy capacity.
Drexel University researchers develop new battery electrode designs using highly conductive MXene material, achieving tens of milliseconds charging time. The design enables ultrafast energy storage devices that can store more energy than conventional supercapacitors.
A new DARPA project aims to create an implanted brain-interface device with one million channels to support brain function. The device, developed by Columbia University researchers, uses silicon electronics and wireless powering for non-invasive stimulation and recording from the sensory cortex.
Scientists create a polyacrylamide hydrogel electrolyte that enables supercapacitors to be stretched up to 1000% in length and compressed by 50% in thickness without losing capacity. This flexibility makes the supercapacitor suitable for wearable electronics.
Researchers developed a new method to tightly fix powder catalysts on electrode surfaces, addressing the challenge of high physical stress induced by gas evolving reactions. The technique involves applying an organic polymer that transforms into carbon at high temperatures, providing a stable and conductive surface for catalysis.
Researchers at Cornell University have developed a novel electrode material that uses bacteria to clean pollutants from wastewater. The bacteria grow on the surface of the nanofibers, producing electricity and breaking down contaminants, making it a promising technology for improving wastewater treatment.
Researchers at the University of Washington have developed a new deep brain stimulation system that uses electrodes on top of the brain to sense movement and deliver targeted stimulation only when needed. This approach has shown promising results in reducing tremor symptoms, extending battery life, and improving patient performance.
Researchers found that wire-free electrodes and the round window surgical approach improved long-term hearing preservation in cochlear implant patients. The study's lead investigator notes that these findings have major implications for doctors and patients seeking to restore their hearing.
The study found that installing a thin gold film can suppress spin wave (SW) noise and stabilize its propagation characteristics. The researchers discovered that the position of the gold film affects the generation of noise, allowing for a smoothened transmission and reduced frequency variations.
Researchers have discovered that correct connections between brain regions are essential for optimal relief of Parkinson's Disease symptoms using deep brain stimulation. By analyzing brain connectivity, they were able to predict the best possible outcome and optimize electrode placement.
A new reconstruction method for Electrical Impedance Tomography (EIT) is proposed to estimate abdominal fat, improving reproducibility and spatial resolution. The technique has shown promising results in detecting subcutaneous fat thickness, with further research needed to assess visceral fat volume.
A recent discovery by Stanford University scientists could lead to a new, more sustainable way to make ethanol without corn or other crops. The technology uses three basic components: water, carbon dioxide and electricity delivered through a copper catalyst.
Researchers have developed an inexpensive printed sensor that can track millimeter-scale changes in tire tread depth with high accuracy. The technology has the potential to increase safety, improve vehicle performance, and reduce fuel consumption by detecting sub-millimeter resolution of tire wear.
Scientists at the University of Basel have developed a procedure that allows binding single gold atoms to polymer chains on silicone membranes. This enables the formation of ultra-thin conductive layers on silicone rubber, opening up new possibilities for medical implants.
Researchers have developed a novel method to create stable and low-cost electrodes from discarded stainless steel mesh, ideal for potassium-ion batteries. The new electrode design uses a waste material to store potassium ions, overcoming the limitations of sodium ion batteries.
Researchers have developed a noninvasive method for deep brain stimulation using electrodes placed on the scalp, which could make the treatment less risky, less expensive, and more accessible. The approach has shown promising results in treating Parkinson's disease and other conditions, with no harmful effects detected.
A new phenomenon in spintronics was discovered by altering capacitance by manipulating spins in the opposite way from normal magnetocapacitance. This inverse effect allows for more parameter space to design devices, potentially useful in magnetic sensors for computer hard drives and random access memory chips.
Researchers have developed a new device to map the brain during surgery, providing higher resolution neural readings than existing tools. The device enables doctors to perform safer, more precise brain surgeries by distinguishing between healthy and diseased tissues.
Researchers at UMass Amherst create a breathable, pliable, metal-free electrode coating that can be applied to off-the-shelf clothing without compromising comfort. The coating generates small electric currents through triboelectric charging and has been tested on various fabrics with promising results.
Researchers at MIT have developed a new brain implant design that uses thin fibers to deliver drugs or electrical stimulation with less damage to the brain. The design reduces scarring, potentially allowing devices to remain in the brain for much longer.
Researchers have developed a new method for observing the movement and rearrangement of ions in ionic liquids at electrode interfaces. The technique, using photoemission electron microscopy (PEEM), allows scientists to study the structural changes and ion mobility in real-time.
Researchers created long chains of micron-sized metal spheres using an electric field, which then maintained their structure without the need for further application. The discovery could lead to new electronic devices and methods for fabricating conductive paths on different substrates.
Researchers have developed a new battery system using electrodes with porous graphene scaffolding, showing substantial improvement in energy storage. By fine-tuning nanopore size, they achieved high mass loading and power capability while maintaining charge transport.
A new method developed at MIT can selectively remove even tiny amounts of contamination from water using an electrochemical process. The approach addresses key limitations of conventional methods and is highly selective, making it a promising solution for environmental remediation and water purification systems.
Intento's device enables stroke patients to self-administer electrical stimulation, improving mobility and performing basic tasks. 70% of patients showed significant improvement in motor functions compared to conventional therapy.
Researchers at Osaka University investigated the geometry of single molecule-electrode contacts on thermoelectric behavior. They found that the largest thermoelectric effect was observed for structures containing a stretched thiol linkage, which shifts the energy level to a more favorable position.
Researchers have discovered a new conducting additive, Super P carbon black (SPCB), that exhibits high capacity and cycling stability for reversible lithium and sodium ion storage. SPCB shows a higher capacity for lithium ion storage than sodium ion storage due to its reaction mechanism.
Researchers developed a novel fabrication method combining 3D printing and electroplating to produce complex metallic structures for molecular beam-splitting. This approach enables the creation of high-voltage electrodes with impeccable surface properties and precision alignment, overcoming previous fabrication problems.
Researchers developed flexible graphene and gold probes that can detect weak brain signals clearly, improving neural disease treatment and brain-machine interface capabilities. The new probes retain effective surface area despite shrinking size, paving the way for more convenient wireless versions.
Researchers have designed a porous material inspired by leaf veins that improves rechargeable battery performance and gas sensing. The material enhances the charge and discharge process, reducing stresses and increasing battery life by up to 25 times.
A research team from the University of Freiburg has developed a new method to create microprobes that can grow into neural tissue without causing inflammation. These probes can deliver strong signals even after twelve weeks, opening up new possibilities for diagnoses and treatments for conditions like Parkinson's.
Researchers at Duke University have developed a fully-printed digital memory device using an aerosol jet printer and nanoparticle inks. The device stores information in states of resistance, allowing for flexible electronics on bendable materials, and has a write speed rivaling that of flash drives.
Researchers from RMIT University have developed a groundbreaking graphene-based electrode prototype that can increase the capacity of existing integrable storage technologies by 3000%. This breakthrough design is inspired by the efficient vein structure of fern leaves, offering a solution to the storage challenge holding solar energy b...