Researchers from Tohoku University and East China University of Science and Technology developed a data-driven approach to quickly screen for durable and efficient catalysts. By analyzing experimental data and scientific theories, they identified promising candidates that outperformed commercial RuO2 catalysts.
SourceAdvanced Institute for Materials Research (AIMR), Tohoku University·JournalAngewandte Chemie International Edition·DateJun 16, 2026
A deep learning model combines knowledge from different catalyst families to identify a top-performing green hydrogen catalyst. The AI correctly predicted the activity ranking of 12 tested catalysts within a previously unexplored material family.
SourceInstitute for Basic Science·JournalNature Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 28, 2026
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.
SourceShanghai Jiao Tong University Journal Center·JournalENGINEERING Energy·TypeNews article·DateApr 19, 2026
The Chancellor’s Innovation Fund Awards support cutting-edge research and development projects across various fields. Faculty recipients will use the funding to refine their technologies, build prototypes, and assess market opportunities. The awards aim to bridge publicly funded academic research with private financing, fostering entre...
SourceUniversity of Tennessee at Knoxville·DateApr 8, 2026
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A study analyzing municipal data identifies seven high-potential production clusters and ten consumption clusters in Brazil, highlighting the need for infrastructure investments to connect energy and industrial hubs. The research reveals a spatial disparity between production and consumption sites, posing a challenge for developing the...
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalInternational Journal of Hydrogen Energy·DateApr 7, 2026
Researchers in the EU project SUPREME are working on a PFAS-free electrolysis technology that can produce green hydrogen more sustainably and efficiently. The team is developing alternative materials to replace iridium, aiming to reduce its use by up to 75% and recycle 90% of it.
SourceGraz University of Technology·TypeNews article·DateFeb 26, 2026
Researchers have developed pulsed dynamic electrolysis to optimize mass transfer, microenvironment regulation, and hydrogen production. PDE achieves significant energy consumption reductions of 20%–35% compared to conventional methods.
SourceShanghai Jiao Tong University Journal Center·JournalNano-Micro Letters·TypeNews article·DateFeb 10, 2026
Researchers at JGU developed a novel three-component catalyst for pulsed electrolysis, achieving more than 50% higher ammonia yields. Additionally, they simultaneously produce formic acid as an additional product, reducing waste and increasing efficiency.
SourceJohannes Gutenberg Universitaet Mainz·JournalAngewandte Chemie·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 6, 2026
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Researchers at Duke University and the University of Pennsylvania observed iridium oxide nanocrystals restructure and dissolve atom by atom during electrolysis. The findings provide critical insight into why current catalysts fail and how future materials might last longer, paving the way for sustainable energy solutions.
SourceDuke University·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·TypeObservational study·DateFeb 6, 2026
The new process generates formate and hydrogen from glycerol through electrolysis, producing only CO2-neutral formates when powered by green electricity. The method uses an innovative copper-palladium catalyst, which could contribute to the electrification of the chemical industry.
SourceJohannes Gutenberg Universitaet Mainz·JournalAdvanced Energy Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 22, 2026
Researchers at YOKOHAMA National University have designed a new class of mediators that more actively control electrocatalysis reactions, promoting efficient C-N bond formation. The mediators utilize redox-triggered halogen bonding to dynamically capture and organize substrates, leading to improved reaction efficiency and selectivity.
SourceYokohama National University·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·DateJan 14, 2026
Researchers discovered that electrowetting increases active surface area and restructuring the electric double layer, leading to enhanced charge storage. Mesopores combined with multivalent ions support stronger ion packing and dual-ion adsorption, delivering higher capacitance.
Researchers have discovered key design principles for ozone-generating catalysts, which can replace hazardous and carcinogenic chlorine in water treatment. This breakthrough could revolutionize water sanitation practices by providing a safer and more sustainable alternative.
SourceUniversity of Pittsburgh·JournalACS Catalysis·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 4, 2025
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Scientists developed a new type of AEM composite membrane that achieves over 2,400 hours of stable operation through membrane-electrode interface engineering. The optimized structure enhances OH- transport and current density, demonstrating strong potential for industrial application.
SourceDalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy Sciences·JournalAdvanced Energy Materials·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateNov 18, 2025
Researchers have discovered a novel approach to converting waste carbon into useful products using porous separators called diaphragms. These diaphragms can withstand the harsh conditions of the process and maintain efficiency over an extended period, making them a viable alternative to existing membranes.
SourceWashington University in St. Louis·JournalNature Communications·DateNov 5, 2025
Researchers have made significant progress in pulsed electrolysis, a method that uses excess nitrogen from air and water to produce valuable compounds like ammonia and urea. This energy-efficient process has the potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote sustainable agriculture.
SourceJohannes Gutenberg Universitaet Mainz·JournalAngewandte Chemie·TypeSurvey·DateOct 31, 2025
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Researchers from Chiba University have discovered a way to reduce platinum requirements in water electrolysis by adding purine bases, increasing hydrogen evolution reaction activity by 4.2 times. This development could make hydrogen production far more affordable and lead to cost reductions and improved energy conversion efficiency.
SourceChiba University·JournalInternational Journal of Hydrogen Energy·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 21, 2025
A recent study presents a breakthrough in mitigating corrosion challenges in seawater electrolysis by coating iron–nickel sulfide electrodes with europium oxide. The rare-earth compound creates a microenvironment rich in hydroxide ions, discouraging chloride ion adsorption and oxidation.
SourceShanghai Jiao Tong University Journal Center·JournalFrontiers in Energy·TypeNews article·DateOct 15, 2025
Researchers develop record-breaking bifunctional catalyst reducing precious-metal use while maintaining multi-year durability in real PEMWE cells. The breakthrough enables grid-scale green hydrogen production at affordable costs.
SourceShanghai Jiao Tong University Journal Center·JournalNano-Micro Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 24, 2025
Researchers at DTU Energy and DTU Construct developed a new fuel cell design using 3D printing and gyroid geometry for improved surface area and weight. The Monolithic Gyroidal Solid Oxide Cell delivers over one watt per gram, making it suitable for aerospace applications.
SourceTechnical University of Denmark·JournalNature Energy·DateSep 17, 2025
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Researchers have developed a triple-layer Ti-PTL with ultra-high porosity to boost oxygen transport and catalyst utilization in water electrolysis. The innovative design enables high performance and low-cost production, paving the way for widespread adoption of green-hydrogen plants.
SourceShanghai Jiao Tong University Journal Center·JournalNano-Micro Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 10, 2025
Researchers successfully etched hafnium oxide films at atomic-level precision and smoothness without halogen gases. The new method uses nitrogen and oxygen plasmas to form volatile byproducts, resulting in reduced surface roughness and improved device performance.
SourceNagoya University·JournalSmall Science·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 9, 2025
Researchers developed Pr0.5Ae0.5FeO3−δ perovskites to investigate the impact of electronic structure tuning on high-temperature OER performance. Alkaline earth metal doping enhanced Fe3d-O2p hybridization, lowered charge-transfer energy, and promoted oxygen ions migration.
SourceDalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy Sciences·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateSep 7, 2025
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A team of researchers has discovered a novel oxide material that can produce high-efficiency clean hydrogen using only heat. The discovery was made possible by a new computational screening method and has the potential to transform industries such as methane reforming and battery recycling.
SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalAdvanced Science·DateAug 25, 2025
Researchers analyzed high-temperature solid oxide electrolysis cells (SOECs) mechanisms, categorizing oxygen ion-conducting (O-SOECs) and proton-conducting (H-SOECs), which facilitate CO2 conversion pathways. The study identifies key manufacturers and discusses challenges for large-scale applications.
SourceShanghai Jiao Tong University Journal Center·JournalFrontiers in Energy·TypeNews article·DateAug 10, 2025
Researchers have developed machine learning tailored anodes that accelerate green-hydrogen production by overcoming noble-metal dependence and enabling more-than-Moore energy systems. The optimized anode materials exhibit improved proton-hopping barriers, OER over-potential, and thermal compatibility.
SourceShanghai Jiao Tong University Journal Center·JournalNano-Micro Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 3, 2025
Researchers developed a new method to activate water-splitting catalysts at an oven temperature of just 300 °C, boosting oxygen evolution efficiency by nearly sixfold. This breakthrough enables large-scale energy storage and conversion using solar and wind power.
SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalAdvanced Functional Materials·DateAug 1, 2025
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A new copper-based catalyst with added cobalt dopants significantly reduces energy consumption in converting CO₂ to ethylene. The process delivers high ethylene output with over 25% energy efficiency and remains stable over long periods.
SourceNational University of Singapore College of Design and Engineering·JournalNature Synthesis·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 29, 2025
A team at Yokohama National University has developed an electrochemical method for highly selective single-carbon insertion into polysubstituted pyrroles, enabling the creation of structurally diverse pyridine derivatives. This approach has significant implications for synthetic organic chemistry and pharmaceutical synthesis.
SourceYokohama National University·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·DateJul 14, 2025
Researchers at Pohang University of Science & Technology have developed a novel iron-based catalyst that more than doubles the conversion efficiency of thermochemical green hydrogen production. The new catalyst, iron-poor nickel ferrite (Fe-poor NiFe2O4), enables significantly greater oxygen capacity even at lower temperatures.
SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalActa Materialia·DateMay 29, 2025
Researchers from Delft University of Technology have developed a new 3D electrode design for the Battolyser, enabling it to store twice the amount of electricity and charge four times faster. This innovative design reduces space and costs while producing green hydrogen comparable to existing electrolysers.
SourceDelft University of Technology·JournalCell Reports Physical Science·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateNov 28, 2024
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Researchers at Yokohama National University have developed an efficient way to hydrogenate nitrogen-containing aromatic compounds, reducing the industry's environmental footprint. The new method uses water and renewable electricity as energy sources, achieving high efficiency and scalability.
SourceYokohama National University·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·DateOct 7, 2024
Researchers from Ruhr University Bochum elucidate the mechanism of hydrogen peroxide formation in water electrolysis by adding carbonates. The presence of hydrogen carbonate in the electrode vicinity facilitates the production of hydrogen peroxide, reducing unwanted oxygen formation.
SourceRuhr-University Bochum·JournalAngewandte Chemie International Edition·DateJul 22, 2024
A research team at Ruhr University Bochum has developed a catalyst that can convert ammonia into hydrogen and nitrite, producing both a clean energy carrier and a fertilizer precursor simultaneously. The process doubles the hydrogen yield while minimizing nitrogen production.
SourceRuhr-University Bochum·JournalAngewandte Chemie International Edition·DateJul 15, 2024
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Researchers have developed a two-step process to convert carbon dioxide into acetate and ethylene, which can be used in food production and plastics. The tandem CO2 electrolysis produces high concentration and purity, addressing engineering challenges and making the system resilient against industrial impurities.
SourceWashington University in St. Louis·JournalNature Chemical Engineering·DateJun 3, 2024
Researchers at RIKEN have developed a new catalyst that reduces the amount of iridium required for hydrogen production, achieving 82% efficiency and sustaining production for over 4 months. The breakthrough could revolutionize ecologically friendly hydrogen production and pave the way for a carbon-neutral energy economy.
Researchers at Pitt and Drexel have discovered that electrocatalysts can promote chemical reactions that generate ozone in water through corrosion and solution phase reactions. This breakthrough could lead to the development of more efficient and sustainable electrochemical ozone production technologies.
SourceUniversity of Pittsburgh·JournalACS Catalysis·TypeObservational study·DateMay 6, 2024
Researchers at RIKEN have improved the stability of a green hydrogen production process by using a custom-made catalyst, increasing its lifetime by almost 4,000 times. The breakthrough uses earth-abundant materials, making it more sustainable and potentially cost-effective for widespread industrial use.
A new strategy for direct electrolysis of dilute CO2 has been proposed, using a molecular enhancement method to improve performance. The approach involves modifying CoPc electrodes with poly(4-vinylpyridine) to create a reaction microenvironment that effectively captures and converts CO2 from flue gas.
SourceDalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy Sciences·JournalACS Energy Letters·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateMar 5, 2024
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Researchers developed a multi-elemental alloy electrode composed of nine non-noble metals that performed sustainably over a decade when powered by solar energy. This innovation enables direct seawater electrolysis without using fresh water, promoting hydrogen production in regions with abundant renewable energy.
SourceUniversity of Tsukuba·JournalChemical Engineering Journal·DateJan 11, 2024
Researchers have made significant progress in developing CO2 conversion technology, addressing challenges such as low conversion rates and stability issues. The study highlights the importance of optimizing the technology from a comprehensive perspective, focusing on catalysts, interfaces, electrolyzers, and cell stacks.
SourceDalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy Sciences·JournalChinese Journal of Catalysis·DateDec 17, 2023
Researchers at Tokyo Institute of Technology have discovered a new strategy to enhance the conductivity and stability of perovskite-type proton conductors, overcoming the 'Norby gap' issue. Donor doping into materials with disordered intrinsic oxygen vacancies enables high proton conduction at intermediate and low temperatures.
SourceTokyo Institute of Technology·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 21, 2023
Researchers from Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics propose a new strategy for CO electrolysis to acetate, achieving high selectivity and efficiency. The study reveals the potential of constructing metal-organic interfaces to tailor reaction microenvironments and selectively produce acetate.
SourceDalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy Sciences·JournalAngewandte Chemie International Edition·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateOct 17, 2023
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Researchers developed a graphene-based proton-exchange membrane that successfully suppresses the crossover phenomenon, allowing for high proton conductivity while blocking fuel molecule penetration. This study contributes to the development of advanced fuel cells as an alternative to hydrogen-type fuel cells.
SourceUniversity of Tsukuba·JournalAdvanced Science·DateSep 22, 2023
Mainz University and Evonik researchers have created an environmentally friendly process to generate dicarboxylic acids, a crucial chemical building block for polyamides. The new technique uses only oxygen, electricity, and hydrocarbon compounds, eliminating heavy metals and strong acids, and resulting in no nitrogen oxide emissions.
SourceJohannes Gutenberg Universitaet Mainz·JournalNature Communications·DateAug 28, 2023
Scientists proposed an adapted Mars ISRU system to produce oxygen for ascent propellants and life support. The system's performance was modeled with various control options, optimizing cell voltage and flow rate while minimizing carbon formation risks.
SourceBeijing Institute of Technology Press Co., Ltd·JournalSpace Science & Technology·DateAug 17, 2023
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DJI Air 3 (RC-N2) captures 4K mapping passes and environmental surveys with dual cameras, long flight time, and omnidirectional obstacle sensing.
Researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder have developed a new way to recycle polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastic using electricity and chemical reactions. In small-scale lab experiments, PET was broken down into its basic building blocks, which can be recovered and potentially reused to make new plastic bottles.
SourceUniversity of Colorado at Boulder·JournalChem Catalysis·DateJul 5, 2023
Researchers review molten salt CO2 electrolysis's process mechanisms, salt selection, and operating conditions to improve current efficiencies. Key challenges include system scaling up, corrosion investigation, and engineering analysis.
SourceIndustrial Chemistry & Materials·JournalIndustrial Chemistry and Materials·TypeLiterature review·DateJun 26, 2023
A new research project, LC-H2, will develop next-generation electrodes to boost energy efficiency in electrolysis. This will help reduce grey hydrogen's carbon footprint and increase the share of green hydrogen in European energy systems.
Researchers at KAIST have developed a hybrid system that combines electrochemical CO2 conversion with microbial bioconversion to produce bioplastics. The system resulted in the world's highest productivity, producing up to 83% of cell dry weight as bioplastic from CO2.
SourceThe Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeMeta-analysis·DateMar 30, 2023
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Researchers at Berkeley Lab have developed a new technique that captures real-time movies of copper nanoparticles as they convert carbon dioxide into renewable fuels and chemicals. The study reveals that metallic copper nanograins serve as active sites for CO2 reduction, paving the way for advanced solar fuel technology.
SourceDOE/Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory·JournalNature·TypeImaging analysis·DateFeb 16, 2023
Researchers at Aarhus University are studying electro-trophic microorganisms that convert green electricity and CO2 into high-value products. The project aims to understand the underlying mechanisms of these microbes, which could lead to breakthroughs in microbiological Power-to-X and novel tools for microbial corrosion prevention.
A new research project aims to solve the physics behind excessive bubble formation in electrolysis, a bottleneck in large-scale green hydrogen production. The team will combine numerical simulations and laboratory experiments to develop reliable modelling tools.
A study reveals the mechanism behind a selective switch from ethylene to acetate production in high-rate CO2/CO electrolysis. Researchers found that *CO coverage and local pH induced this switch, with acetate formation favored at high *CO coverage and high local pH.
SourceDalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy Sciences·JournalNature Nanotechnology·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateJan 12, 2023
A new study suggests that green hydrogen will likely supply less than 1% of global energy by 2035 due to supply bottlenecks. However, historic analogues indicate that emergency-like policy measures can drive unprecedented growth rates in energy technologies.
SourcePotsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK)·JournalNature Energy·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateSep 8, 2022
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The Electrifying Technical Organic Syntheses (ETOS) research network, coordinated by JGU, will be funded from BMBF to support the development of new techniques for organic chemical synthesis using electrolysis. The cluster aims to promote forward-looking innovations and secure technological sovereignty.
SourceJohannes Gutenberg Universitaet Mainz·DateJul 25, 2022
New research by UMass Amherst professor Jinglei Ping demonstrates the use of graphene for electrokinetic biosample processing and analysis, allowing for faster and more efficient detection of biomolecules. This breakthrough enables the creation of smaller lab-on-a-chip devices with improved time and size efficiencies.
SourceUniversity of Massachusetts Amherst·JournalACS Nano·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 18, 2022
Scientists have developed artificial photosynthesis to produce food in the dark, bypassing sunlight's need. This technology converts CO2, electricity, and water into acetate, a key component of vinegar, boosting food production's conversion efficiency up to 18 times.
SourceUniversity of California - Riverside·JournalNature Food·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 23, 2022
A joint research team has developed a hybrid electro-biosystem that efficiently converts CO2 to glucose and fatty acids with high titer and yield. The system combines spatially separate CO2 electrolysis with yeast fermentation, achieving an ultrapure acetic acid solution for biological fermentation.
SourceChinese Academy of Sciences Headquarters·JournalNature Catalysis·DateApr 28, 2022
Scientists from the University of Cambridge have developed a method to improve the efficiency of electrolysis for converting CO2 into fuel, reducing unwanted by-products and increasing production by 18 times. The new concept relies on enzymes isolated from bacteria and fine-tunes the local environment to optimize their performance.
SourceUniversity of Cambridge·JournalNature Chemistry·DateFeb 28, 2022
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