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Chungnam National University researchers develop next-gen zinc batteries: artificial polymer nanolayers improve zinc battery stability

Researchers at Chungnam National University developed a new ultra-thin protective layer using polyacrylic acid to prevent dendrite growth and enhance battery performance. The zinc-bonded polyacrylic acid coating proved remarkably durable, resisting dissolution in aqueous solutions and promoting uniform distribution of zinc-ions.

SourceChungnam National University Evaluation Team·JournalChemical Engineering Journal·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 13, 2025

Machine learning-based design enables more efficient wireless power transfer

A new machine learning-based design method has been proposed to achieve stable and efficient wireless power transfer. The approach uses real-world circuit modeling and numerical simulations to optimize system performance, demonstrating significant improvements in output voltage stability and power-delivery efficiency.

SourceChiba University·JournalIEEE Transactions on Circuits and Systems I Regular Papers·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 5, 2025

Theory-guided strategy expands the scope of measurable quantum interactions

Researchers at MIT develop a new method to directly measure the strength of electron-phonon interaction in semiconductors, a crucial property for next-generation microelectronic devices and quantum computers. This approach leverages an oft-overlooked interference effect in neutron scattering to detect electron-phonon interactions.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalMaterials Today Physics·DateJul 24, 2025

New research fuels the future of data storage: Predicting spin accumulation for faster, greener memory

Researchers from The University of Osaka develop a new program to calculate the spin accumulation coefficient, providing a definitive measure of the spin Hall effect and overcoming ambiguities. This advancement enables accurate predictions for real materials, accelerating the development of advanced spintronic technologies.

SourceThe University of Osaka·Journalnpj Spintronics·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJul 22, 2025

Transforming biodegradable polymers into functional electronics

A research team led by Associate Professor Michinao Hashimoto from SUTD developed a novel 3D printing method that turns biodegradable materials into electrically conductive structures. The breakthrough enables the formation of sharp, well-defined 3D structures with high filler content, suitable for applications such as flexible circuit...

SourceSingapore University of Technology and Design·JournalACS Applied Engineering Materials·DateJul 10, 2025

Towards better communication schemes for IoT-driven societies

A research team developed an analytical model to evaluate the performance of grant-free communications schemes in densely populated IoT environments. They found that interference cancellation improved base station throughput but did not resolve the near-far problem, while power control addressed it but led to decreased overall network ...

SourceChiba University·JournalComputer Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 30, 2025

Military combatants usher in an era of personalized training with new materials​

A new e-textile platform developed by KAIST's research team combines 3D printing technology with advanced materials engineering to create customized training models for individual combatants. The platform uses flexible and highly durable sensors and electrodes printed directly onto textile substrates, enabling precise movement and huma...

SourceThe Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)·Journalnpj Flexible Electronics·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 28, 2025

IEEE study reveal the physics of laser emission from Mamyshev oscillator

Researchers from Hunan University uncover buildup dynamics of harmonic mode-locking in fiber-based Mamyshev oscillators, achieving high stability and signal-to-noise ratio. The study identifies five distinct phases in the generation of stable harmonic mode-locking, challenging conventional understanding of laser emission.

SourceInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers·JournalJournal of Lightwave Technology·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 26, 2025

Spotting bad batteries before they malfunction

Researchers at Drexel University have developed a low-cost, accessible method to detect structural defects and damage in lithium-ion batteries using ultrasound technology. The technique can identify gas presence, material deficiencies, and other issues that may cause electrical shorts or performance hampers.

SourceDrexel University·JournalElectrochimica Acta·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 25, 2025

Smart amplifier enabler for more qubits in future quantum computers

Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology have developed a highly efficient amplifier that activates only when reading information from qubits. The amplifier consumes just one-tenth of the power consumed by the best amplifiers available today, reducing qubit decoherence and laying the foundation for more powerful quantum computers.

SourceChalmers University of Technology·JournalIEEE Transactions on Microwave Theory and Techniques·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 25, 2025

Charging devices with indoor lighting

Researchers have developed perovskite solar cells that can effectively convert indoor lighting into electrical power. The cells achieved a power conversion efficiency rate of 38.7% under dim light conditions, making them suitable for charging devices in various environments, including offices.

SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalAPL Energy·DateJun 24, 2025

Integrating hard silicon for high-performance soft electronics via geometry engineering

Researchers review how geometry engineering improves c-Si's mechanical properties, allowing for high-performance soft electronics. Silicon nanowires with enhanced flexibility, superior mechanical properties, and excellent electrical performance are poised to transform the landscape of flexible electronics.

SourceShanghai Jiao Tong University Journal Center·JournalNano-Micro Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 11, 2025

IEEE study describes polymer waveguides for reliable, high-capacity optical communication

Researchers have developed glass-epoxy-based waveguides with low polarization-dependent loss and differential group delay, suitable for stable signal transmission in co-packaged optics. The waveguides demonstrated high power stability and reliability under six hours of continuous use.

SourceInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers·JournalJournal of Lightwave Technology·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 6, 2025

Novel manufacturing technique for piezoelectric thin films

Empa researchers have developed a novel deposition process for piezoelectric thin films using HiPIMS, producing high-quality layers on insulating substrates at low temperatures. The technique overcomes the challenge of argon inclusions by timing the voltage application to accelerate desired ions.

SourceSwiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (EMPA)·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 3, 2025

A new model to accurately develop better OLEDs

A new model details the kinetics of exciton dynamics in OLED materials, enhancing lifetime and accelerating material development. The findings have potential to improve fluorescence efficiency, leading to more advanced OLED devices.

SourceKyushu University·JournalNature Communications·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMay 30, 2025