Researchers at Tohoku University's AIMR have developed a novel approach to electrocatalytic ammonia synthesis, utilizing transition metal disulfides as catalysts. The breakthrough relies on the in-situ generation of S-vacancies on the catalyst surface, significantly enhancing nitrogen reduction activity.
SourceAdvanced Institute for Materials Research (AIMR), Tohoku University·JournalJournal of Materials Chemistry A·DateMar 22, 2024
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The University of California, Riverside's new QuVET center aims to harness quantum mechanics in energy and time, with a focus on vibronic effects in molecular systems. The collaboration between UCR and top universities will explore ways to enhance energy transport efficiency and develop new technologies.
Kobe University scientists develop material guideline for high-efficiency PV cells, OLED displays and anti-cancer therapies by understanding energy transfer between molecules. The research enables aligned electron spin states to combine low-energy photons into a high-energy photon.
SourceKobe University·JournalThe Journal of Physical Chemistry Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 13, 2024
Researchers developed a new cathode material composed of sulfur and iodine, increasing electrical conductivity by 11 orders of magnitude and possessing a low melting point. The new material can be easily re-melted to repair damaged interfaces, addressing cumulative damage during repeated charging and discharging.
SourceUniversity of California - San Diego·JournalNature·DateMar 6, 2024
Scientists have developed a nanoporous magnesium borohydride structure that stores five hydrogen molecules in three-dimensional arrangement, achieving unprecedented high-density hydrogen storage. The material exhibits a capacity of 144 g/L per volume of pores, surpassing traditional methods and offering a promising alternative to large...
SourceUlsan National Institute of Science and Technology(UNIST)·JournalNature Chemistry·DateMar 6, 2024
Researchers at Kyoto University have determined the magnitude of spin-orbit interaction in acceptor-bound excitons in a semiconductor. The study revealed two triplets separated by a spin-orbit splitting of 14.3 meV, supporting the hypothesis that two positively charged holes are more strongly bound than an electron-and-hole pair.
SourceKyoto University·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 27, 2024
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Researchers at the University of Liverpool have discovered a new solid material that rapidly conducts lithium ions, replacing liquid electrolytes in current battery technology. The discovery provides a platform for optimising chemistry to enhance material properties.
SourceUniversity of Liverpool·JournalScience·DateFeb 15, 2024
Researchers at Ritsumeikan University enhance solid-state phosphorescence in organoplatinum(II) complexes by 75 times through anion binding and ion-pairing with countercations. The strategy isolates π-electronic molecules, improving luminescent properties and extending emission lifetime.
SourceRitsumeikan University·JournalChemical Science·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 31, 2024
Scientists develop a new design strategy for molecular-sized gears in crystals, allowing for controllable shifting of motion. The creation of molecular gears could lead to the development of versatile, new materials with unique properties.
SourceHokkaido University·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 19, 2024
Living organisms produce minerals through a complex process involving pre-nucleation clusters, mobile water molecules, and dissolved hydroxide ions. The study provides a structural model for amorphous calcium carbonate and sheds light on the conductivity of ACC particles.
SourceUniversity of Konstanz·JournalNature Communications·DateJan 12, 2024
Researchers have developed a new solid state battery design that can be charged and discharged over 6,000 times, with the ability to recharge in just 10 minutes. The breakthrough uses micron-sized silicon particles to constrict the lithiation reaction and facilitate homogeneous plating of lithium metal.
SourceHarvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences·JournalNature Materials·DateJan 8, 2024
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Researchers have developed a solid electrolyte that allows for efficient hydride ion conduction at room temperature, enabling the creation of safer, more efficient hydrogen-based batteries and fuel cells. This breakthrough provides material design guidelines for the development of next-generation energy storage solutions.
SourceRIKEN·JournalAdvanced Energy Materials·DateDec 21, 2023
Researchers at Politecnico di Milano have designed a hydrogel with specific characteristics using supramolecular chemistry and crystallography. The study showed that the interactions between an amino acid and bioactive molecules can be identical in both solid and aqueous states.
SourcePolitecnico di Milano·JournalChemistry·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 19, 2023
Researchers have discovered a root cause of Barth syndrome, a deadly metabolic illness, by analyzing faulty cardiolipin molecules and their interaction with cytochrome c. The study used solid-state NMR technology to demonstrate the structural changes that lead to toxic oxidation in mitochondrial membranes.
SourceUniversity of Groningen·JournalNature Metabolism·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 23, 2023
Researchers have successfully observed the operating principle of promoters in a catalytic reaction in real-time. Using high-tech microscopy methods, they visualized individual La atoms' role in hydrogen oxidation. The study revealed that two surface areas of the catalyst act as pacemakers, controlled by promoter lanthanum.
SourceVienna University of Technology·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 20, 2023
Experts have developed a reliable method to predict the free energy of crystals, addressing the challenge of understanding physical properties and environmental factors. The new approach uses high-performance computing and has been successfully applied to seven pharmaceutical companies.
SourceUniversity of Luxembourg·JournalNature·DateNov 10, 2023
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Researchers have developed a novel chloride-based solid electrolyte with exceptional ionic conductivity, addressing material limitations that hindered previous attempts. This breakthrough is expected to pave the way for commercialization of solid-state batteries, promising improved affordability and safety.
SourceInstitute for Basic Science·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 2, 2023
Researchers developed a sinter-free method for efficient, low-temperature synthesis of lithium ceramic, enabling the creation of solid-state batteries with higher power density and lower production costs. This breakthrough could accelerate the transition to electric vehicles by reducing the reliance on conventional lithium-ion batteries.
SourceWiley·JournalAngewandte Chemie International Edition·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 23, 2023
Researchers have developed a metal nanocluster-based separator for lithium-sulfur batteries, accelerating electrochemical kinetics and improving capacity and cycling stability. The technology has the potential to increase the adoption of sustainable energy storage systems, including electric vehicles and renewable energy.
SourceTokyo University of Science·JournalSmall·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 12, 2023
Researchers have developed a novel supramolecular memristor based on bistable [2]catenanes, which can achieve high-density storage and non-volatile memory capabilities. The memristors demonstrated at least 1000 erase-read-write cycles and switching times comparable to commercial inorganic memristors.
SourceWiley·JournalAngewandte Chemie International Edition·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 28, 2023
A team at Hokkaido University has set a size record for dynamic motion in crystals, demonstrating the largest molecular rotor operational in the solid-state. The rotors consist of a central rotating molecule connected to stationary stator molecules, and can rotate at frequencies of 100–400 kHz.
SourceHokkaido University·JournalAngewandte Chemie International Edition·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 28, 2023
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Researchers have developed a new semiconducting material called multielement ink that can be processed at low temperatures, paving the way for more sustainable semiconductor industry. The breakthrough enables faster and lower-energy production of semiconductors, which could significantly reduce carbon emissions.
SourceDOE/Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 28, 2023
Researchers developed a novel solid-state mechanochemical reaction to synthesize FCMs from PTFE and graphite, producing materials with enhanced storage capacity and electrochemical stability. The new method bypasses toxic reagents and offers a safer alternative for practical applications.
SourceUlsan National Institute of Science and Technology(UNIST)·JournalAdvanced Functional Materials·DateSep 22, 2023
Scientists have created a new class of solid-state phase change materials using sugar alcohols, which can store-and-release heat more efficiently. By confining these compounds in covalent organic framework crystals, the researchers were able to suppress supercooling and retrieve thermal energy at higher temperatures.
SourceTokyo Institute of Technology·JournalMaterials Horizons·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 18, 2023
Researchers have demonstrated photochemical upconversion in a solid state, enabling potential innovations in renewable energy and water purification. The breakthrough could also enable targeted laser treatments for tumors and medical applications.
SourceARC Centre of Excellence in Exciton Science·JournalACS Energy Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 18, 2023
Researchers at Tohoku University developed a framework to predict how the structure of solid-state electrolytes affects battery performance. The framework uses a genetic algorithm and computational modeling to accurately predict electrolyte conductivity and identify key factors that affect performance.
SourceTohoku University·JournalChemistry of Materials·DateAug 27, 2023
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Researchers propose surface modification and novel structural designs to stabilize Li-rich cathodes in solid-state batteries. The review discusses potential solutions for interfacial ion and electron transfer issues.
SourceBeijing Institute of Technology Press Co., Ltd·JournalEnergy Material Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 13, 2023
Researchers create a nanocapsulation strategy to solubilize insoluble aromatic polymers in water, enhancing their processing and development. The approach uses bent aromatic amphiphiles to form micelle-like nanocapsules that encapsulate hydrophobic molecules.
SourceTokyo Institute of Technology·JournalAngewandte Chemie International Edition·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 8, 2023
Researchers at Georgia Institute of Technology have developed a new type of battery using aluminum foil that shows promising performance for safer, cheaper, and more powerful batteries. The batteries have higher energy density and greater stability than conventional lithium-ion batteries.
SourceGeorgia Institute of Technology·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 19, 2023
Researchers from Tokyo Tech have developed a new strategy to produce solid electrolytes with enhanced lithium-ion conductivity, preserving their superionic conduction pathways. The proposed design rule enables the synthesis of high-entropy active materials for millimeter-thick battery electrodes.
SourceTokyo Institute of Technology·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 6, 2023
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Researchers demonstrated a 300-fold increase in electron-phonon coupling strength by reducing dimensionality, paving the way for novel engineering opportunities. The enhancement was attributed to non-local nature of coupling in synthetic SRO/STO superlattices.
SourceGIST (Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology)·JournalAdvanced Science·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 21, 2023
Researchers at Waseda University have developed a novel, completely solid, rechargeable air battery that uses a benzoquinone-based negative electrode and solid Nafion polymer electrolyte. The battery exhibits high performance and close to maximum capacity, overcoming metal-based battery limitations and liquid electrolyte safety concerns.
SourceWaseda University·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 12, 2023
Scientists at TU Wien use microscopy techniques to observe chemical reactions on catalysts, revealing a wealth of detail that challenges previous understanding. The study shows that even simple catalytic systems are more complex than expected, with different scenarios prevailing on the micrometer scale.
SourceVienna University of Technology·JournalACS Catalysis·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 6, 2023
Researchers at Duke University have discovered a class of compounds called argyrodites that could lead to the development of safer and more efficient solid-state batteries. The materials' unique crystalline structures allow for fast ion conduction, making them promising candidates for energy storage applications.
SourceDuke University·JournalNature Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 22, 2023
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Researchers developed a high-performance 2D pseudocapacitive multi-electron reaction lithium storage material, exhibiting high capacity and ultrafast charging capabilities. The material showed improved electronic and ionic conductivity, reducing polarization and increasing overall energy density.
SourceDalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy Sciences·JournalAdvanced Energy Materials·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateApr 27, 2023
A team of researchers has uncovered nanoscale changes in solid-state batteries that could improve battery performance. They found that high-frequency vibrations at the interface make it harder for lithium ions to move, and discovered an intrinsic barrier to ion motion.
SourceUniversity of California - San Diego·JournalNature Materials·DateApr 27, 2023
A team of researchers used synchrotron XRD to investigate the topochemical solid-gas reduction mechanisms in a layered perovskite. The study found that surface treatment can manipulate reaction processes, and the technique can identify rate-determining steps for optimizing material design.
SourceTokyo Institute of Technology·JournalAdvanced Science·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 26, 2023
Researchers have found a material, palladium, that is optimally suited for creating superconductors with high transition temperatures. This discovery has the potential to revolutionize electricity generation and transportation by enabling materials to conduct electricity without loss at normal room temperature and atmospheric pressure.
SourceVienna University of Technology·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 24, 2023
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Scientists at Tokyo University of Science created a fracture-resistant alloy through heat-treatment, exhibiting improved elastocaloric properties and resistance to cyclical loads. The Cu-Zn-Al alloy showed significant increases in grain size, leading to enhanced cooling capabilities and paving the way for innovative refrigeration systems.
SourceTokyo University of Science·JournalJournal of Physics Energy·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 20, 2023
Researchers at Nagoya University have successfully synthesized barium titanate nanosheets with a thickness of 1.8 nanometers, the thinnest freestanding film ever created with ferroelectric properties. This achievement paves the way for the development of smaller and more efficient devices such as memories and capacitors.
SourceNagoya University·JournalAdvanced Electronic Materials·DateApr 20, 2023
Researchers at KAUST have developed a sustainable method for producing butadiene, a key component of synthetic rubber, using the Lebedev process and modernized catalysts. The new approach eliminates the need for fossil reserves and reduces environmental impact.
SourceKing Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST)·JournalNature Catalysis·DateApr 17, 2023
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A team led by Professor Yoshihiro Yamazaki from Kyushu University discovered the chemical innerworkings of a perovskite-based electrolyte developed for solid oxide fuel cells. By combining synchrotron radiation analysis, large-scale simulations, machine learning, and thermogravimetric analysis, they found that protons are introduced at...
SourceKyushu University·JournalChemistry of Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 28, 2023
Researchers at Ruhr-University Bochum develop a new process using ball mills and light to produce chemical compounds without solvents. This method reduces reaction times by up to 56% and uses 98% less solvent than conventional methods.
SourceRuhr-University Bochum·JournalAngewandte Chemie International Edition·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 14, 2023
Chemists have developed a high-performance catalyst specifically designed for solid-state mechanochemical synthesis, achieving efficient reactivity at near room temperature. The approach uses a metal catalyst attached to a long polymer molecule, which traps the catalyst in a fluid-phase, enabling fast and energy-efficient reactions.
SourceHokkaido University·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 9, 2023
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Researchers at TU Wien have detected clear indications of chaos in chemical reactions on nanometer-scale rhodium crystals, a phenomenon previously unseen in atomic scale systems. The coupling behavior can be controlled by changing the hydrogen concentration, leading to a transition from ordered to chaotic behavior.
SourceVienna University of Technology·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 27, 2023
A Berkeley Lab-led team has designed a new type of solid electrolyte consisting of a mix of various metal elements, resulting in a more conductive and less dependent material. The new design could advance solid-state batteries with high energy density and superior safety, potentially overcoming long-standing challenges.
SourceDOE/Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory·JournalScience·DateFeb 23, 2023
A research team at Hokkaido University has created a stable and effective solid-state electrochemical thermal transistor that can control heat flow with electrical signals. The device outperforms current liquid-state thermal transistors in terms of stability and efficiency.
SourceHokkaido University·JournalAdvanced Functional Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 21, 2023
A new solid-state crystal growth (SSCG) technique has been developed to manipulate materials' properties by controlling crystallographic orientation. This method allows for large single crystals with desired orientations to be grown easily and inexpensively.
SourceTexas A&M University·JournalActa Materialia·DateFeb 9, 2023
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A new solid film can perform visible-to-UV photon upconversion for weak incident light while remaining photostable in air. The material has an ultralow excitation threshold and a high quantum yield, making it suitable for various applications.
SourceTokyo Institute of Technology·JournalJournal of Materials Chemistry C·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 30, 2023
A team of researchers has identified the key stumbling block of a common solid-state hydrogen material, MgH2. The study, published in Journal of Materials Chemistry A, reveals that a 'burst effect' during dehydrogenation leads to sluggish kinetics, hindering commercial application.
SourceTohoku University·JournalJournal of Materials Chemistry A·DateJan 13, 2023
Researchers developed a one-dimensional suspended high-contrast grating structure to enable directional lasing with high energy efficiency. The device can adjust the emission angle over a wide range, from -40° to +40°, making it suitable for solid-state LiDAR applications.
SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalAdvanced Photonics·DateJan 3, 2023
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Scientists have developed a positive electrode material that maintains its volume during repeated charge/discharge cycles, ideal for solid-state EV batteries. This breakthrough offers significant improvements in durability and charging speed, potentially reducing battery costs and enabling faster charging times.
SourceYokohama National University·JournalNature Materials·DateDec 12, 2022
Researchers developed a new approach to analyze coercivity in soft magnetic materials using machine learning and data science. The method condenses relevant information from microscopic images into a two-dimensional feature space, visualizing the energy landscape of magnetization reversal. This study showcases how materials informatics...
SourceTokyo University of Science·JournalCommunications Physics·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 1, 2022
Scientists at Tokyo University of Science developed an 'extended Landau free energy model' to analyze complex interactions in nanomagnetic devices, enabling causal analysis and visualization. The model proposed optimal structures for nano-devices with low power consumption.
SourceTokyo University of Science·JournalScientific Reports·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateNov 29, 2022
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Researchers at TU Wien have developed a new method for creating high-quality contacts between metal and semiconductor materials, enabling faster and more efficient computer chips. The technology uses crystalline aluminium and a sophisticated silicon-germanium layer system to overcome the problem of oxygen contamination.
SourceVienna University of Technology·JournalSmall·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 8, 2022
Researchers developed an isothermal chemical vapor transport (ICVT) method for growing high-quality monocrystals without temperature gradients. This technique simplifies the growth process and produces crystals with excellent crystallographic quality.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalJournal of Crystal Growth·DateNov 3, 2022
Researchers have successfully prepared highly dense superconducting bulk magnesium diboride with a high current density using an unconventional spark plasma sintering method. The material exhibits excellent superconducting properties, including a high critical current density of up to 6.75 x 10^5 ampere/cm^2 at -253°C.
SourceShibaura Institute of Technology·JournalNanomaterials·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 6, 2022
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A new category of shape-memory materials made of ceramic, rather than metal, has been discovered by MIT researchers. The ceramic material can actuate without accumulating damage and withstand much higher temperatures than existing metals, making it suitable for applications such as actuators in jet engines.
SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalNature·DateOct 5, 2022
A team of University of Missouri researchers is working to understand why solid-state lithium-ion batteries struggle with performance issues. They will use a specialized electron microscope and thin film polymer coatings to study the interface between the battery cathode and electrolyte, with the goal of developing an engineered interf...
Scientists develop a colloidal synthesis method for alkaline earth chalcogenides, allowing control over nanocrystal size and surface chemistry. This enables the creation of more sustainable and environmentally friendly materials with potential applications in solar panels, LEDs, and bioimaging.
SourceDOE/Ames National Laboratory·JournalACS Nano·DateSep 20, 2022
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