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A team of researchers from Chiba University discovered the structural evolution of poloxamer mixtures at different temperatures, enabling customized gelation behavior. Their findings support precise design of sustained-release formulations for localized therapies, enhancing drug retention and minimizing side effects.
UT Dallas researchers are developing a material to protect spacecraft from atmospheric drag and erosion, which can damage vehicles in space. The new coating has shown promising results, withstanding atomic oxygen conditions better than those in space.
A team of scientists has developed an aerogel made from chitosan and sodium carboxymethyl cellulose that addresses the dual challenge of tannery wastewater treatment and resource utilization. The aerogel demonstrates exceptional adsorption capacities for Cr(III), Al(III), and Zr(IV) ions, commonly found in tannery effluents.
Researchers developed a hot-melt tissue adhesive that can heal operative wounds without causing adhesions. The adhesive, made from biopolymers, transforms into a stable gel at body temperature and eventually decomposes, preventing postoperative complications.
Scientists have successfully prepared high-quality ZnO quantum dots using a novel one-pot self-supporting organometallic procedure, offering promising prospects for biological applications. The new method yields stable and uniformly sized particles with unique physicochemical properties.
Researchers have made significant advancements in perovskite solar cells by tuning the halide-cation mixture, delaying the collapse of the sol-gel structure and promoting the formation of the desirable α-phase. This leads to improved solar cell performance and stability.
Researchers developed a temperature-sensitive sol-gel transition electrolyte that inhibits zinc ion migration, shutting down the battery to prevent thermal runaway. After cooling, the electrolyte transitions back to its liquid state, restoring original electrochemical performance.
Researchers at Tokyo Institute of Technology have developed a ruthenium-based perovskite catalyst that exhibits high performance even at low temperatures and is recyclable. The new catalyst overcomes classic limitations, including the need for additives and high reaction temperatures.
Researchers have developed a new capacitor dielectric material providing an electrical energy storage capacity similar to certain batteries. The hybrid sol-gel material shows maximum extractable energy densities up to 40 joules per cubic centimeter, exceeding conventional electrolytic capacitors and thin-film lithium ion batteries.
A new material, Li1-xNi1+xO2, was produced using the sol-gel method, resulting in better electrochemical performance. The research aimed to optimize the preparation conditions for this cathode material, which has a large discharge capacity and low cost.
British scientists have developed a new method of coating metals using sol-gel technology, which offers improved corrosion resistance and reduced costs. The technique uses nanoparticles to form a gel-like layer on the metal's surface, providing a safer alternative to traditional chrome electroplating.
Researchers have developed a technique using liposomes that can detect metal ions in solution, leading to practical sensors for heavy metals, viruses, and environmental cleanup. The technique involves entrapping liposomes in sol-gels, which increases their sensitivity, making them suitable for use in various applications.
A new solid sorbent air sampling material developed by ORNL has been licensed by Supelco, offering a cost-effective way to detect and measure airborne pollutants. The sol-gel sorbent's improved thermal stability allows for higher temperatures, increasing its productivity and selectivity in sampling organic contaminants.