A new study uses machine learning to predict how pristine biochar affects soil phosphorus availability under different conditions. The model identifies key factors such as pyrolysis temperature and application rate that influence phosphorus regulation, suggesting a more precise approach to biochar use.
SourceBiochar Editorial Office, Shenyang Agricultural University·JournalBiochar·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 25, 2026
Researchers used machine-learning-enhanced molecular simulations to show pristine graphene is intrinsically hydrophobic. Water molecules adopt configurations characteristic of hydrophobic surfaces near graphene, and thicker layers are even more strongly hydrophobic.
SourceInstitute for Basic Science·JournalNature Communications·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMay 11, 2026
A new recycling process for silicones has been developed, reducing environmental impacts by bringing materials back to an earlier state. The chemical recycling method gives direct access to high-quality silicone materials without loss of properties, making it a game-changer for the sector.
SourceCNRS·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 24, 2025
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A new photocatalytic chemical mechanical polishing (PCMP) slurry has been developed for Single Crystal Diamond (SCD) polishing, resulting in exceptionally smooth surfaces with minimal damage. The Material Removal Rate (MRR) peaks at 1168 nm·h−1, emphasizing the efficiency and effectiveness of this advanced polishing technique.
SourceInternational Journal of Extreme Manufacturing·JournalInternational Journal of Extreme Manufacturing·DateFeb 13, 2025
Researchers add graphene to Bi-2223 superconductors, increasing critical current density and improving phase formation. The findings suggest potential applications in various fields, including power generation, transportation, and quantum computing.
SourceShibaura Institute of Technology·JournalNanomaterials·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 3, 2023
A study by researchers at Pusan National University has investigated the relationship between surface structures and nanoscale friction in multi-layered CVD graphene. They found that only the top-most layer of graphene was twisted with respect to the rest, affecting layer-dependent nanoscale friction.
SourcePusan National University·JournalApplied Surface Science·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 9, 2022
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Researchers have synthesized a new form of carbon glass with three-dimensional bonds, the hardest known glass material. The discovery has potential for mass production and opens up new possibilities in devices and electronics.
SourceCarnegie Institution for Science·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 24, 2021