Articles tagged with Solid State Chemistry
The university will create a new generation of tools to develop novel architectures combining hard and soft materials for electronics and biomedicine. The 4-D printer will use nanoscale technology to construct devices for research in chemistry, materials sciences, and U.S. defense-related areas.
The NSF-funded COMET program aims to train graduate STEM students to use DFT intelligently, bridging the gap between fundamental assumptions and numerical methods. Students will also receive professional development training and international internship opportunities.
Researchers introduced a procedure to visualize defects on graphene layers using a contrast agent, revealing organized patterns of defects. This imaging approach enables the visualization of chemical reactivity at the nanoscale.
Carnegie Mellon University's Krzysztof Matyjaszewski has won the 2015 Dreyfus Prize in Chemical Sciences for his pioneering work in atom transfer radical polymerization (ATRP), a process that enables precise control over polymer size and architecture. This breakthrough has led to the creation of thousands of new materials, valued at ov...
Researchers at Drexel University are exploring new spintronic materials to create more energy-efficient computing memories. By understanding the physical principles behind spintronics, they hope to develop a framework to unlock new possibilities in data storage and processing.
Researchers have developed a method to grow organic-inorganic hybrid perovskite nanowires into elongated crystals that make extremely promising lasers. The tiny lasers are nearly 100% efficient and can create many colors of light, making them suitable for mini optoelectronics, computers, and sensors.
Researchers at Arizona State University have developed a novel method capable of mimicking Nature's ability to sort, capture, transport and release molecules. This technique sets the stage for continuous and efficient manipulation of a range of molecules relevant to human and environmental health.
Researchers investigated MDMA's behavior under extreme pressure, finding no change in polymorph despite elevated pressures. The study suggests that non-hydrostatic conditions may lead to a polymorphic change.
A new zirconium-based metal-organic framework (MOF) material has been developed to destroy toxic nerve agents like Soman (GD) and VX, with degradation rates of under three minutes. The material's effectiveness is attributed to its unique zirconium node and porous MOF structure.
Researchers employ NMR spectroscopy and MRI to differentiate between two tanning methods used on ancient skins, revealing changes in chemistry and relaxation properties.
Researchers created algorithm to identify key features of complex molecular structures, predicting optimal configurations and stability. This advancement could enhance production of pharmaceuticals, LED materials, and other products.
Scientists have developed a more effective carbon capture method that can capture larger quantities of CO2 at much lower temperatures, reducing greenhouse gas emissions. This new approach has the potential to make carbon capture less energy-intensive and cost-effective.
Researchers at OIST discovered that growing Perovskite films in ambient air instead of a nitrogen atmosphere results in larger grain sizes, making solar cells more efficient. The study's findings could significantly reduce costs associated with climate control machinery.
Theoretical chemists generate maximally random, jammed states using a computer algorithm, revealing new insights into the nature of randomness. These findings have implications for materials science and photonics, where randomly dispersed patterns can create unique properties.
Science China Materials is an international peer-reviewed journal covering all aspects of materials science, fostering communication of innovative research results. The journal aims to develop into a world-leading academic journal of materials science, benefiting from Springer's international publishing platform.
Researchers from Ohio State University are working to turn germanium into a potential replacement for silicon. They have created forms of germanium called germanane, which has the potential to transmit electrons 10 times faster than silicon and absorb light more efficiently.
Researchers have developed a technique to observe minute distortions in the atomic structure of complex materials, influencing their properties. By mapping atomic organization, including distortions, they've found weaker chemical bonds make atoms more susceptible to variations.
Researchers at the University of Washington have developed a bone-shaped plastic tab that changes color under stretching, serving as an inexpensive and mechanical sensor. The sensor was created using custom molecules and 3D printing technology, offering potential applications in recording force or strain on structures.
A team of Caltech chemists has discovered a method to produce silicon-containing organic chemicals without using expensive precious metal catalysts. Potassium tert-butoxide, a cheap and abundant chemical, is more effective at running challenging chemical reactions than state-of-the-art precious metals.
Chemists at Nagoya University have developed a new method to synthesize multi-substituted benzene derivatives, enabling the creation of novel functional organic materials. The study reveals the first example of controlled synthesis of benzene with different arene groups at all six positions.
Researchers at CSIC have developed a new borane material that efficiently emits laser light in the blue spectrum while maintaining resistance against degradation. This breakthrough could lead to more cost-effective and environmentally friendly liquid lasers.
Researchers at the University of Waterloo have discovered a material that maintains a rechargeable sulphur cathode, overcoming a primary hurdle to building lithium-sulphur batteries. The breakthrough could lead to electric cars with three times further range and lower costs.
Researchers found that propolis, a substance from honeybee hives, encourages hair growth in mice by increasing special cells involved in the process. The study suggests that propolis' anti-inflammatory compounds could help treat balding conditions.
Scientists successfully predicted the thermal expansion of metastable liquid metals by analyzing atomic structures with just one thousand atoms. This breakthrough reveals a connection between microscopic information and macroscopic material properties.
Researchers at the University of Illinois have developed a cheap, hydrolysable polymer called poly(hindered urea)s (PHUs), which can be designed to degrade over time. This material has potential applications in drug delivery, tissue engineering, and packaging, offering advantages over traditional hydrolyzable polymers.
The Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG) is funding eight new Collaborative Research Centers (CRCs), with a total budget of €62 million. The centers will focus on near-wall turbulent chemically reacting multiphase flows, spin excitations in semiconductor materials, and the discourse of weakness and resource regimes after acute trauma.
Researchers propose a new theoretical framework to explain the transition of colloidal glasses from liquids to solids, highlighting the role of crowding effects and weak spots in the material. This work has significant implications for our understanding of glass behavior and its applications in consumer products and medical research.
Researchers have synthesized a material that can absorb large quantities of oxygen from the air and store it, potentially revolutionizing medical devices and artificial photosynthesis. The material, containing cobalt, can be used to bind, transport, and release oxygen in various scenarios.
Researchers at the University of Oregon have created a novel, low-energy process to produce precursor materials for dense, defect-free thin films. This breakthrough could lead to more efficient electronics and solar devices with reduced manufacturing costs.
Researchers propose reusing bubble wrap as a sheet of small, test tube-like containers for storing biological samples or chemicals. This could provide numerous benefits in resource-limited regions due to its availability, flexibility, and ease of disposal.
Researchers have successfully scaled up molecular self-assembly from nanometers to millimeters using noncovalent interactions, enabling the creation of large-area nanostructures. This breakthrough paves the way for alternative patterning techniques in nanoelectronics and materials science.
Scientists have developed a novel solid storage material that can efficiently store hydrogen, a clean fuel alternative to fossil fuels. The new material packs a large amount of hydrogen in a stable and safe way, overcoming one of the key technological challenges of storing hydrogen.
Researchers at Tohoku University in Japan have developed a new type of lithium ion conductor that could lead to the creation of solid-state batteries. The breakthrough uses rock salt Lithium Borohydride (LiBH4) and achieves stable Li+ ion conduction at room temperature.
A new review article in the journal Science presents a roadmap for transforming lignin into valuable materials like low-cost carbon fiber for cars or bio-based plastics. The research aims to create new markets for the forest products industry and make ethanol-to-fuel conversion more cost-effective.
Researchers have made breakthroughs in developing flexible and stretchable electronic materials that can conform to non-planar surfaces without wrinkling. These materials have potential applications in energy harvesting, biomedical devices, wearable electronics, and consumer electronics.
Researchers created a hybrid material that aligns dyes along nanochannels, improving luminescence and optical switching. The material exhibits colour changes depending on light polarisation, opening doors for new photonic and biomedical applications.
Researchers at Saint Mary's University and the University of Jyväskylä have isolated cyanoformate, an ion that can deactivate cyanide's toxic capabilities, using crystallography and computational chemistry. This discovery highlights the importance of applied chemistry in understanding carbon-capture processes.
Researchers are creating biodegradable electronics that can dissolve after use, eliminating the risk of infection. Meanwhile, another scientist is working on nanomaterials to capture more energy from renewable sources, with potential applications in powering homes and gadgets.
Scientists from Scripps Research Institute have devised a new method to convert major components of natural gas into useable fuels and chemicals at lower temperatures. This could lead to cheaper energy and materials with lower emissions.
AeroClay technology offers various applications, including packaging hazardous materials and oil-spill cleanup solutions. The partnership between Case Western Reserve University and Compadre enables faster commercialization of the eco-friendly material.
Researchers develop microbattery that packs twice the energy of current microbatteries used in acoustic fish tags. The new battery is small enough to be injected into an organism and holds more energy than similar-sized batteries.
New dynamic polymer created with commercially available ingredients shows promise for healing cracks and breaking down, with potential applications in coatings and paints. The breakthrough enables mass production of self-healing materials at low cost and without catalysts.
Researchers at University at Buffalo have designed a new material called UBMOF-1, which can change the shape of its pores in response to ultraviolet light. This property makes it useful for applications like drug delivery and secure storage, where control over chemical compounds is crucial.
Researchers from Warsaw Institute of Physical Chemistry create unique nanomaterials with unprecedented properties through reaction with carbon dioxide. The novel materials show high porosity and luminescence quantum yield, making them suitable for applications in OLEDs, energy storage, and sensing devices.
Researchers from Linköping University and five universities worldwide have proven that polymers can exhibit semiconductor-like properties. The discovery paves the way for a new field of research in organic electronics.
Researchers at University of Eastern Finland have created new materials with potential biomedical applications, including gelation tendencies and structures in pure water. These supramolecular gels may serve as substitutes to restore or maintain bone tissue function, acting as scaffolds for cell adhesion and proliferation.
Researchers at UC Santa Barbara's SSLEC discovered simple guidelines to optimize phosphors in white LED lighting, yielding brighter and more efficient lights. The breakthrough paves the way for high-efficiency solid-state lighting with potential to replace lower-efficiency incandescent and fluorescent bulbs.
ChemWiki, launched in 2008, has received major funding from the National Science Foundation to expand its wiki network and compare its content with standard textbooks. The project aims to provide free online resources for students and faculty, promoting a more accessible and affordable learning experience.
Andreas Ludwig, a leading theoretical solid-state physicist, is awarded the prize by the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation. He will conduct future-oriented research at the University of Cologne's Institute for Theoretical Physics, enhancing Germany's physics profile.
Researchers at Cornell University and Universidad Industrial de Santander developed a cheap process to remove toxic textile dyes from water using natural fibers embedded with nanoparticles. The method, tested on various pollutants, shows promise as a low-cost filtering unit prototype.
Scientists at the University of Pittsburgh are proposing a new field of 4D printing, which enables materials to modify their structures over time in response to external stimuli. The team aims to develop adaptive composites that can reprogram their shape, properties, or functionality on demand.
Researchers in Spain have created a 'Terminator' polymer that spontaneously regenerates itself, displaying impressive 97% healing efficiency. The material could enhance the security and lifetime of plastic components in various industries.
Scientists have developed a new filtering system to remove carbon dioxide from electric power station smokestacks, inspired by the efficient lungs of birds and the swim bladders of fish. The technology uses an array of tubes with porous membranes, which can capture up to 50% more CO2 than existing methods.
The University of Texas at Arlington is assembling a computer-based genome to aid in the design and development of advanced new materials. The team aims to create extremely hard and high-temperature resistant coatings for advanced materials using current and new methods.
An interdisciplinary team from Columbia University has won a $1 million grant to combine biological components with solid-state electronics, creating new systems that exploit the advantages of both. The goal is to develop autonomous hybrid 'cells' that could exist as probes in living organisms.
Scientists have developed a method to accurately predict the adsorptive properties of crystalline MTV-MOF systems, enabling the optimization of function and control of spatial disorder. The approach uses solid-state nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) measurements with molecular-level computational simulations.
Researchers have discovered a synthetic, high-performance polymer that improves efficiency by reducing electrical charge loss. The material's unique quantum mechanical property, electron 'spin,' enables it to 'rescue' charges from energy-losing pathways.
Researchers developed a powerful micro-supercapacitor, just nanometres thick, that can store more energy and provide more power per unit volume than state-of-the-art supercapacitors. The device has potential applications in miniaturized technologies, including implantable medical devices and RFID tags.
Scientists have developed a new material that can strengthen itself in response to stress, similar to how muscles build strength through exercise. The material, inspired by weightlifting and Silly Putty, can transform from a liquid to a solid state, becoming stronger with each cycle of stress.
Scientists have made progress in developing a device to produce highly pure ethylene from ethanol with high efficiency and low cost. The fluidized bed reactor shows great significance for promoting economic development.