Researchers develop method to produce high-quality gypsum binders from synthetic calcium sulfate dihydrate, surpassing natural gypsum in several parameters. The new material can replace natural gypsum in countries without gypsum stone deposits, reducing production costs and simplifying technology.
SourceNational University of Science and Technology MISIS·JournalJournal of Industrial and Engineering Chemistry·DateJul 30, 2021
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Researchers have found a material that exhibits superconducting properties at extremely low temperatures, providing new insights into high-temperature superconductivity. The discovery was made by studying an unusual 'strange metal' called YbRh2Si2, which showed linear resistance and temperature relationships.
SourceVienna University of Technology·JournalNature Communications·DateJul 21, 2021
A team of chemists from Ruđer Bošković Institute developed a new Raman spectroscopy method for uninterrupted monitoring of solid-state milling reactions. This enables deeper insights into reaction mechanisms and the formation of newly formed products, crucial for understanding mechanochemical synthesis.
SourceRuđer Bošković Institute·JournalNature Protocols·DateJul 20, 2021
Researchers have developed an ultralight material made from nanometer-scale carbon struts that provide toughness and mechanical robustness. The material withstood microparticle impacts at supersonic speeds without tearing, outperforming other impact-resistant materials of comparable weight.
SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalNature Materials·DateJun 24, 2021
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Researchers developed a lab-based technique to observe lithium ions moving in real-time as batteries charge and discharge. This allows them to identify speed-limiting processes that could enable faster charging, with potential applications in electric cars and grid-scale storage.
SourceUniversity of Cambridge·JournalNature·DateJun 23, 2021
Researchers have developed an improved organic-based, solid-state lithium EV battery by altering the electrode microstructure using ethanol. The new design increases energy density to 300 Wh/kg, a significant improvement over previous batteries with a utilization rate of nearly 98%. This breakthrough aims to reduce reliance on scarce t...
Researchers at Skoltech have identified a type of hydroxyl defect in LiFePO4, a widely used cathode material, which can degrade its performance. Studying these defects may lead to improving the manufacturing process and enhancing battery performance.
SourceSkolkovo Institute of Science and Technology (Skoltech)·JournalInorganic Chemistry·DateJun 3, 2021
Researchers at the University of Illinois have made significant breakthroughs in solid-state battery technology by controlling atomic alignment of materials to improve cathode-solid electrolyte interface stability. This enables more efficient charging and discharging cycles, leading to increased energy density and improved cycle life.
SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalNature Materials·DateMay 20, 2021
Researchers at the University of Virginia School of Engineering have created a new class of soft materials with exceptional stretchability and elasticity, mimicking the properties of vocal cords. The elastomers can be 3D printed for use in healthcare and exhibit promising potential for future treatments.
SourceUniversity of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Science·JournalChemistry of Materials·DateMay 19, 2021
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Researchers at Peter the Great St.Petersburg Polytechnic University developed a new approach to determine the best electrode materials composition for solid-state lithium-ion batteries. The results demonstrated high charge capacity at high current densities using transition metal oxides.
SourcePeter the Great Saint-Petersburg Polytechnic University·JournalNanomaterials·DateMay 18, 2021
Researchers at Skoltech have developed an enriched approach to boost the capacity of next-generation metal-ion battery cathode materials, applicable to lithium-ion and alternative batteries. The scalable method uses reducing agents, which can be recycled after use, making it suitable for large-scale applications.
SourceSkolkovo Institute of Science and Technology (Skoltech)·JournalJournal of Materials Chemistry A·DateMay 17, 2021
Researchers at Argonne National Laboratory and international partners have developed guidelines for discovering new defect-based quantum systems, which could lead to breakthroughs in quantum communications, sensing, and computing. The guidelines provide a framework for designing qubits tailored to specific applications.
SourceDOE/Argonne National Laboratory·JournalNature Reviews Materials·DateApr 29, 2021
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Researchers at Simon Fraser University have developed a new coating solution that can transform regular materials into waterproof surfaces, with potential applications in various industries. The patented formula is up to 90 percent cheaper to produce and free of harmful fluorinated compounds.
SourceSimon Fraser University·JournalNature Communications·DateApr 27, 2021
The study reveals two competing theories on lithium metal dendrite growth through ceramic electrolytes, proposing a new mechanism for solid-state battery failure. The researchers used X-ray computed tomography and spatially mapped X-ray diffraction to visualize and characterize crack growth and dendrite propagation.
SourceThe Faraday Institution·JournalNature Materials·DateApr 23, 2021
Researchers at Arizona State University have explored the molecular dynamics of titania clusters to develop more efficient photocatalysts. The key to advances in this field lies in extending the time electrons persist in an excited state, enabling titania to act as a catalyst.
SourceArizona State University·JournalThe Journal of Physical Chemistry Letters·DateApr 22, 2021
The Acceleration Consortium is using AI and robotics to design and discover new materials with superior performance characteristics. The collaboration aims to accelerate the development of materials for renewable energy, consumer electronics, drugs, and other applications.
Researchers developed a hybrid material that effectively transports protons at high temperatures and humidity, solving a major challenge in proton-based fuel cell technology. The material demonstrated high proton conductivity at 368 degrees Kelvin and 50% humidity.
SourceHiroshima University·JournalACS Applied Materials & Interfaces·DateApr 21, 2021
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A team of researchers has developed an AI agent called Crystallography Companion Agent (XCA) to analyze X-ray diffraction data and identify material properties faster. The agent collaborates with scientists to perform autonomous phase identifications, overcoming traditional neuronal network overconfidence.
SourceRuhr-University Bochum·JournalNature Computational Science·DateApr 20, 2021
A recent study from Georgia Institute of Technology found that the type of material and number of fabric layers used in homemade masks significantly affect Covid-19 exposure risk. The best-performing materials for masks were blackout drapery and sterilization wrap, which provide an overall filtration efficiency of about 50% for submicr...
SourceGeorgia Institute of Technology·JournalAerosol Science and Technology·DateApr 2, 2021
A team of researchers from the University of Münster has developed a highly efficient method to produce silicon polymers using surface chemistry. The breakthrough allows for the creation of long polymers with mild reaction conditions, paving the way for new material properties and potential applications as organic semi-conductors.
SourceUniversity of Münster·JournalNature Chemistry·DateMar 29, 2021
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Quasi-2D perovskites offer self-assembled multi-quantum-well structures and large exciton binding energy, enabling high carrier density and efficient radiative recombination. Researchers are exploring composition and structure engineering to achieve pure red and blue LEDs with improved performance.
SourceLight Publishing Center, Changchun Institute of Optics, Fine Mechanics And Physics, CAS·DateMar 22, 2021
Researchers at NC State University developed a virtual laboratory to determine the most suitable AI tools for addressing various chemical synthesis challenges in flow chemistry systems. By simulating over 600,000 experiments, they found the best AI-guided decision-making strategies, reducing the time and reagents required by 97.5%.
SourceNorth Carolina State University·JournalChemical Science·DateMar 22, 2021
A multidisciplinary team of researchers has developed a new class of material with the potential to keep chips cool as they shrink in size, helping to meet the requirements of miniaturizing transistors on dense chips. The material has both low electrical conductivity and high heat transfer capability.
SourceUniversity of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Science·JournalNature Materials·DateMar 18, 2021
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology have developed a conductive cellulose thread that can be used to create electronic textiles. The thread is made from sustainable and non-toxic materials, making it suitable for a range of applications, including healthcare and the textile industry.
SourceChalmers University of Technology·JournalACS Applied Materials & Interfaces·DateMar 10, 2021
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Carbon nanotubes have been engineered to produce moiré patterns, which could enhance material properties. The researchers' breakthrough has significant implications for the development of superconducting materials with improved performance.
SourceUniversity of Tokyo·JournalNature Communications·DateMar 10, 2021
A team of scientists has created a novel material with unique properties, exhibiting half-auxetic behavior under both strain and compression. This discovery could lead to breakthroughs in sensing and magneto-optics technologies.
SourceTechnische Universität Dresden·JournalNano Letters·DateMar 5, 2021
A team of researchers at POSTECH has successfully developed a high-energy-density cathode material that can stably maintain charge and discharge for over 500 cycles without the expensive and toxic Co metal. This breakthrough enables long-distance electric vehicle travel.
SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalACS Energy Letters·DateMar 4, 2021
Researchers developed a new sodium-ion conductor that enhances stability in higher-voltage oxide cathodes, resulting in improved efficiency and lifespan. The material, NYZC, can last over 1000 cycles while retaining 89.3% of its capacity, outperforming other solid-state sodium batteries.
SourceUniversity of California - San Diego·JournalNature Communications·DateFeb 23, 2021
Scientists used theoretical calculations to predict electronic states in topological insulators excited with laser beams, generating Dirac states that can act as if massless. This discovery may pave the way for new computers systems that waste less energy.
SourceUniversity of Tsukuba·JournalScientific Reports·DateFeb 17, 2021
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Researchers from Ural Federal University have developed a novel sol-gel method to synthesize high-purity zircon, a crucial material for storing and disposing of radioactive waste. The synthesized zircon can also be used as a reference sample in mineralogical studies, thanks to its unusual properties.
SourceUral Federal University·JournalJournal of Solid State Chemistry·DateFeb 5, 2021
A research team observed internal evolution of materials in solid-state lithium batteries using X-ray tomography. The operando synchrotron imaging revealed how dynamic changes at electrode interfaces determine battery behavior. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for improving the reliability and performance of solid-state batteries.
SourceGeorgia Institute of Technology·JournalNature Materials·DateJan 28, 2021
KIT researchers have developed biodegradable printed displays using natural materials and industrially relevant production methods. These displays are compostable and can be reused or recycled, reducing electronic waste and environmental impacts.
SourceKarlsruher Institut für Technologie (KIT)·JournalJournal of Materials Chemistry·DateJan 26, 2021
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Researchers from Far Eastern Federal University and international partners developed ceramic phosphors that can be applied in-ground and aerospace technologies. The new materials produce compact energy-efficient white light-emitting diodes (wLEDs) and high-power systems, with reduced operating temperatures.
SourceFar Eastern Federal University·JournalMaterials Characterization·DateJan 26, 2021
Researchers have developed a thermoplastic biomaterial that can be controlled to degrade at varying rates and maintain mechanical properties. The material is suitable for soft tissue repair or flexible bioelectronics and has been shown to promote healthy tissue growth.
SourceUniversity of Birmingham·JournalNature Communications·DateJan 19, 2021
A new pillar[5]arene-based hybrid material has been fabricated with enhanced emission in both solid state and solution phases. The material exhibits stimuli-responsive luminescent properties, including tunable multicolor luminescence and ion sensing ability.
SourceScience China Press·JournalNational Science Review·DateJan 14, 2021
Researchers used machine learning to design novel reticular frameworks for CO2 separation, outperforming existing materials. The automated platform generates optimal material designs, significantly reducing development time and resources.
SourceUniversity of Toronto·JournalNature Machine Intelligence·DateJan 11, 2021
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Russian researchers have proposed a new synthesis method for high-quality graphene nanoribbons, which has a higher yield and is cheaper than the current method. The new approach uses nickel as a substrate and produces multilayer films of nanoribbons, which can be easily separated into individual monolayers.
SourceMoscow Institute of Physics and Technology·JournalThe Journal of Physical Chemistry C·DateJan 11, 2021
Scientists have developed a bioinspired material that enhances lithium-ion extraction by controlling interlayer spacing and achieving stable ordered nanostructures. The new membrane shows higher toughness and efficiently controls Li+ permeation rate, outperforming other materials.
SourceChinese Academy of Sciences Headquarters·JournalMatter·DateDec 30, 2020
Professor Andreas Walther receives EUR 2 million in EU funding to develop metabolic mechanical materials that can adapt, learn, and interact. The goal is to create a form of coevolution between synthetic materials and living cells, blurring the boundaries between animate and inanimate matter.
SourceJohannes Gutenberg Universitaet Mainz·DateDec 23, 2020
The DFG is establishing seven new Research Units to investigate topics such as gender-specific differences in immune responses and the development of more resistant dental prostheses. The units will receive a total of €25 million, with five teams funded for up to two four-year periods and two others for two three-year periods.
Researchers found a non-destructive way to analyze bitumen in Ancient Egyptian embalming materials, providing insights into its origin and processing. The method revealed that a mummy in a French museum could have been partially restored with pure bitumen.
SourceAmerican Chemical Society·JournalAnalytical Chemistry·DateDec 16, 2020
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Researchers developed a new class of high-strength, defect-resistant superalloys that can be 3D-printed with minimal material waste. The nickel-based alloys overcome cracking issues in traditional AM processes, making them suitable for complex one-off components in extreme environments.
SourceUniversity of California - Santa Barbara·JournalNature Communications·DateDec 8, 2020
Researchers from RUDN University developed a universal approach to synthesizing thienoindolizine derivatives using two- and three-component thienopyridine reactions. This method allows for the formation of compounds with different functional groups, expanding their potential applications in pharmaceutics and optoelectronics.
SourceRUDN University·JournalChemistrySelect·DateNov 29, 2020
High-frequency sound waves revolutionize ultrasound-driven chemistry, enabling the development of innovative biomedical technologies and advanced materials. Researchers can deliver drugs to the lungs for painless vaccinations and create protective nanoparticles using patented nebulisation technology.
SourceRMIT University·JournalAdvanced Science·DateNov 24, 2020
Researchers at CCNY have overcome barriers for bio-inspired solar energy harvesting materials by using small cross-linking molecules to stabilize supra-molecular assemblies. This breakthrough could transform sustainable solar energy technologies and improve their efficiency.
SourceCity College of New York·JournalNature Chemistry·DateNov 23, 2020
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Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation, USB-C) provide clear calls and strong noise reduction for interviews, conferences, and noisy field environments.
KAUST researchers developed a holistic approach using design of experiments and machine learning to identify the greenest method for producing a popular metal organic framework material called ZIF-8. This process reduced waste and energy consumption by optimizing multiple variables simultaneously.
SourceKing Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST)·JournalGreen Chemistry·DateNov 22, 2020
Researchers used materials informatics to develop new TADF materials, increasing efficiency by 20-40% and lifetimes up to 10 times longer. Co-Host technology improved electric charge balance, expanding recombination sites and enhancing colors for full-color displays.
The American Chemical Society has unveiled its annual list of 10 promising chemistry start-ups, focusing on innovative solutions for drug discovery, waste recycling, sustainable materials, and quantum computing. Companies like Aryballe and Evrnu are developing groundbreaking technologies to address pressing global challenges.
SourceAmerican Chemical Society·JournalChemical & Engineering News·DateNov 18, 2020
The Politecnico di Milano team successfully synthesized a molecular crystal with a Borromean topology, demonstrating the mechanism of formation and opening new perspectives for complex chemical systems. The findings have potential applications in diamond synthesis, hydrogen storage, ultra-light composites, and drug development.
Researchers from TUM and RUB have developed flexible MOFs by adding carbon arms to the organic connecting pieces, allowing them to maintain their shape under pressure. The material's behavior is driven by configurational entropy, which enables it to transform between open-pored and closed-pore structures.
SourceTechnical University of Munich (TUM)·JournalAngewandte Chemie International Edition·DateNov 17, 2020
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Researchers at UC Santa Barbara have developed a new approach to boost NMR signal detection in previously 'invisible' regions. By using dynamic nuclear polarization with transition metal vanadium, they have created hyperfine DNP spectroscopy, which offers a broader frequency range and can analyze local chemistry around transition metals.
SourceUniversity of California - Santa Barbara·JournalChem·DateNov 16, 2020
Researchers at TU Graz's new Christian Doppler Laboratory aim to develop solid-state batteries with reduced interface resistances, enabling safer electric vehicles and high-energy applications. The lab focuses on improving lithium transport properties, surface modifications, and material combinations to overcome current limitations.
Researchers found that repulsion between electrons is suddenly counteracted by an additional attractive force, enabling counterintuitive effects. This phenomenon could help understand unconventional types of superconductivity and explain divergences that pose a challenge for research.
SourceVienna University of Technology·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateNov 10, 2020
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A new article explains how chemistry can help develop materials necessary for fully autonomous vehicles, including efficient batteries and structural materials. Safety features such as sensors and nonstick coatings are also crucial to reducing maintenance and enhancing safety.
SourceAmerican Chemical Society·JournalChemical & Engineering News·DateOct 28, 2020
Researchers developed artificial soil mixtures that mimic materials found on Mars, evaluating their fertility and potential for plant growth. The study found that Martian soils may be challenging to use due to textures and nutrient availability, but also identified potential solutions using Earth-based agricultural science.
Researchers at FSU investigated perovskite materials to improve their stability under real-world conditions. They found that adding cesium increases the material's stability and performance under light and elevated temperatures.
SourceFlorida State University·JournalJournal of Materials Chemistry C·DateOct 26, 2020
A team of researchers from the University of Tokyo has discovered a feedback system between water molecules that opens up new design possibilities for highly selective membranes. These membranes, which can filter out viruses and other contaminants, could also be used to improve lithium-ion battery performance.
SourceUniversity of Tokyo·JournalAngewandte Chemie International Edition·DateOct 20, 2020
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Halogen-bonding supramolecular co-crystals exhibit diverse architectures and impressive physicochemical properties, including fluorescence, magnetism, and liquid crystal behavior. The strength of halogen bonds enables the formation of complex assemblies with synergistic effects between components.
SourceScience China Press·JournalNational Science Review·DateSep 14, 2020
Researchers at Skoltech predicted high-entropy alloys with improved mechanical properties, such as hardness and fracture resistance, in the W-Mo-B system. The study aims to develop new hard materials that can withstand higher temperatures or pressures.
SourceSkolkovo Institute of Science and Technology (Skoltech)·JournalChemistry of Materials·DateSep 4, 2020
Researchers at Yale University have developed a method to combine atmospheric nitrogen with benzene to produce aniline, a precursor to various synthetic materials. This breakthrough could lead to the creation of new products such as dyes and pharmaceuticals.