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Experimental discovery of a new critical point in water

Researchers at Stockholm University have found a new critical point in supercooled water at around -63 °C and 1000 atmosphere. This discovery explains the unusual properties of water, such as its density and viscosity responding to pressure and temperature changes in ways that are opposite to other liquids.

SourceStockholm University·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 26, 2026

Bubbles enhance the ocean’s CO2 uptake more strongly than previously assumed

A new study has found that the ocean's ability to absorb CO2 is stronger than previously assumed, with air bubbles playing a key role in this process. The research suggests that the ocean absorbed around 0.3-0.4 petagrams more carbon per year, about 15% more than previous estimates.

SourceHelmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel (GEOMAR)·JournalNature Communications·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateDec 18, 2025
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Researchers reveal interfacial confinement on open space of oxide-oxide catalysts

A study by researchers from Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics reveals the interface confinement effect on open space in In2O3-TiO2 catalyst, leading to enhanced activity and stability. The formed InOx nanolayers show distinct chemistry and can be confined on various oxide surfaces.

SourceDalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy Sciences·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateMar 12, 2024

New strategy boosting carbon dioxide reduction to carbon monoxide

Researchers develop a new migration strategy that enhances CO2 reduction to CO via reverse water-gas shift reaction in Ru/(TiOx)MnO catalysts. The approach boosts catalytic activity by 3.3 times and improves H-spillover for efficient hydrogen transportation.

SourceDalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy Sciences·JournalNature Catalysis·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateOct 25, 2023

Researchers determine active sites of Cu-ZnO catalysts for water gas shift and CO hydrogenation reactions

The study found that Cu-ZnO-Al2O3 catalysts have two active sites: CuCu(100) hydroxylated ZnO interface for water gas shift reactions and Cu(611) Zn alloy for CO hydrogenation to methanol. The researchers used in situ characterization technology and theoretical calculation to determine the active site structures.

SourceUniversity of Science and Technology of China·JournalNature Communications·DateAug 7, 2021
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Copper-indium oxide: A faster and cooler way to reduce our carbon footprint

Researchers from Waseda University and ENEOS Corporation discover a novel indium oxide modified with copper that exhibits a record-breaking CO2 conversion rate of 10 mmol/h g at relatively modest temperatures. This breakthrough could significantly contribute to reducing carbon footprint and driving towards a more sustainable future.

SourceWaseda University·JournalChemical Science·DateJan 13, 2021

Water could modulate the activity and selectivity of CO2 reduction

A recent study found that the autocatalysis of water enhances the formation of COOH intermediate through proton transfer, accelerating CO generation while hindering methanol synthesis. The research also revealed that high initial partial pressure of water inhibits CO2 conversion due to excessive OH* coverage.

SourceScience China Press·JournalScience China Chemistry·DateNov 14, 2019
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New efficient, low-temperature catalyst for hydrogen production

Scientists have developed a new low-temperature catalyst that produces high-purity hydrogen gas while using up carbon monoxide, improving the performance of fuel cells. The catalyst operates at low temperature and pressure, making it less expensive and easier to use.

SourceDOE/Brookhaven National Laboratory·JournalScience·DateJun 22, 2017