A team at HZB Institute for Solar Fuels has observed the movement of ions and dissolved gases within electrolytes during electrolysis using 2D fluorescence imaging and particle velocimetry. The study found that pH gradients form within the volume, not just near surfaces, and increasing buffer ion concentration can mitigate this issue.
SourceHelmholtz-Zentrum Berlin für Materialien und Energie·JournalEES Solar·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 21, 2026
A deep learning model combines knowledge from different catalyst families to identify a top-performing green hydrogen catalyst. The AI correctly predicted the activity ranking of 12 tested catalysts within a previously unexplored material family.
SourceInstitute for Basic Science·JournalNature Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 28, 2026
Scientists at Tohoku University's Advanced Institute for Materials Research have created a more efficient way to turn methane into hydrogen by combining chemical looping with water splitting. This new method achieves low-temperature methane reforming at 500-600°C, significantly reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions.
SourceAdvanced Institute for Materials Research (AIMR), Tohoku University·JournalNano-Micro Letters·DateApr 6, 2026
A team of researchers at Chalmers University of Technology has developed a new way to produce hydrogen gas without the use of platinum, a scarce and expensive metal. The process uses sunlight and tiny particles of electrically conductive plastic to efficiently produce hydrogen.
SourceChalmers University of Technology·JournalAdvanced Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 7, 2026
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Researchers at KTH Royal Institute of Technology have developed a new catalyst that enables faster and more sustainable production of hydrogen gas. The breakthrough, reported in Nature Chemistry, uses a unique molecular scaffold to position iron and nickel atoms for optimal performance.
SourceKTH, Royal Institute of Technology·JournalNature Chemistry·DateDec 3, 2025
Researchers from Chiba University have discovered a way to reduce platinum requirements in water electrolysis by adding purine bases, increasing hydrogen evolution reaction activity by 4.2 times. This development could make hydrogen production far more affordable and lead to cost reductions and improved energy conversion efficiency.
SourceChiba University·JournalInternational Journal of Hydrogen Energy·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 21, 2025
Researchers used quantum-chemical molecular dynamics to visualize the ultrafast formation of polarons in NaTaO3, a key photocatalyst for solar water splitting. Positive hole polarons stabilize rapidly and significantly within 50 femtoseconds, while electron polarons show insignificant stabilization energy change.
SourceNational Institutes of Natural Sciences·JournalPhysical Chemistry Chemical Physics·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 29, 2025
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A team of researchers has discovered a novel oxide material that can produce high-efficiency clean hydrogen using only heat. The discovery was made possible by a new computational screening method and has the potential to transform industries such as methane reforming and battery recycling.
SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalAdvanced Science·DateAug 25, 2025
Researchers have discovered a new material that matches or exceeds the performance of commercial iridium-based materials, but at a fraction of the cost. The breakthrough was achieved using a powerful new tool called a megalibrary, which rapidly screened vast combinations of metals to find a suitable alternative.
SourceNorthwestern University·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·DateAug 19, 2025
Researchers have designed a novel single-atom ruthenium-doped Co3O4 catalyst that significantly promotes water splitting efficiency. The high-spin Co3+ species facilitate robust OH* adsorption and enhance the supply of H* intermediates, accelerating the Volmer–Tafel pathway of the hydrogen evolution reaction.
SourceScience China Press·JournalScience Bulletin·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 14, 2025
Researchers developed a new method to activate water-splitting catalysts at an oven temperature of just 300 °C, boosting oxygen evolution efficiency by nearly sixfold. This breakthrough enables large-scale energy storage and conversion using solar and wind power.
SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalAdvanced Functional Materials·DateAug 1, 2025
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Researchers at Linköping University developed a new combined material to produce 'green' hydrogen more effectively. The material uses sunlight to split water into hydrogen, promising a renewable energy source for heavy transport.
SourceLinköping University·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 23, 2025
Researchers developed a digital discovery framework that identified a promising catalyst for acidic water splitting. The 'DigCat' platform predicts material performance and confirms its effectiveness through lab experiments.
SourceAdvanced Institute for Materials Research (AIMR), Tohoku University·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·DateMay 29, 2025
Researchers at Pohang University of Science & Technology have developed a novel iron-based catalyst that more than doubles the conversion efficiency of thermochemical green hydrogen production. The new catalyst, iron-poor nickel ferrite (Fe-poor NiFe2O4), enables significantly greater oxygen capacity even at lower temperatures.
SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalActa Materialia·DateMay 29, 2025
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Researchers designed a novel high-entropy metallic glass catalyst with intrinsic nanoscale phase separation, enabling selective dissolution and creating a three-dimensional nanoporous structure that remains amorphous. This results in abundant active sites and improved water splitting performance.
SourceSongshan Lake Materials Laboratory·JournalMaterials Futures·DateMay 19, 2025
Researchers warn that artificial oxygen input cannot replace comprehensive water protection strategies. Technical approaches have shown promise, but risks include intensifying greenhouse gases and disrupting marine habitats. Climate protection and reducing nutrient inputs remain crucial for mitigating ocean oxygen loss.
SourceHelmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel (GEOMAR)·JournalEos·TypeLiterature review·DateMay 5, 2025
A Northwestern University study reveals that water molecules flip before releasing oxygen atoms, significantly increasing energy consumption. Increasing pH levels of water reduces this energy cost, making water splitting a more practical and cost-effective process.
SourceNorthwestern University·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 15, 2025
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Researchers have directly observed water molecules flipping before splitting, which explains why the process requires more energy than expected. This finding could lead to new insights into increasing the efficiency of water splitting, a crucial step in generating clean hydrogen fuel and producing breathable oxygen.
SourceNorthwestern University·JournalScience Advances·DateMar 5, 2025
Researchers from ANEMEL have developed highly stable anion exchange membrane electrolysers that can produce hydrogen without using platinum-group catalysts. The new technology surpasses state-of-the-art solutions in performance and long-term stability, holding promise for industrial applications.
SourceAgata Comunicación Científica SL·JournalEnergy & Environmental Science·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 28, 2025
Researchers at Institute of Science Tokyo have identified key factors driving photochemical water oxidation. By fine-tuning reaction potential and pH conditions, they enhance the efficiency of this process, paving the way for more sustainable energy solutions.
SourceInstitute of Science Tokyo·JournalChem Catalysis·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 18, 2024
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A research team developed a metal-organic framework (MOF) that suppresses charge recombination, enabling efficient overall water splitting. The MOF's dynamic structural twist prolongs the lifetime of excited-state electrons.
SourceUniversity of Science and Technology of China·JournalNature Chemistry·DateNov 3, 2024
Researchers from KAIST have developed a new hydrogen production system that overcomes current limitations of green hydrogen production. The system uses a water-splitting process with an aqueous electrolyte, achieving high energy density and long-term stability.
SourceThe Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)·JournalAdvanced Science·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 23, 2024
Researchers from Tohoku University developed a novel method to produce hydrogen using ultrafine Rh-Cr mixed-oxide cocatalysts with facet-selective loading. This approach achieved 2.6 times higher water-splitting photocatalytic activity, paving the way for a more abundant, green energy source.
SourceTohoku University·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·DateOct 7, 2024
Researchers at Tohoku University developed a new electrocatalyst by doping cobalt oxide with erbium, achieving high oxygen evolution performance and stability in acidic conditions. The Er-doped Co3O4 catalyst surpassed the performance of many precious metal-free catalysts.
SourceAdvanced Institute for Materials Research (AIMR), Tohoku University·JournalACS Catalysis·DateSep 13, 2024
Researchers have developed a novel material that can produce green hydrogen through photoelectrocatalysis, a process driven by sunlight. The material, composed of polyaniline nanostructures and carbon nanotubes, demonstrates enhanced light absorption and stability, making it an attractive candidate for the future of fuel production.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalPolymer·DateMay 29, 2024
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Researchers at Pitt and Drexel have discovered that electrocatalysts can promote chemical reactions that generate ozone in water through corrosion and solution phase reactions. This breakthrough could lead to the development of more efficient and sustainable electrochemical ozone production technologies.
SourceUniversity of Pittsburgh·JournalACS Catalysis·TypeObservational study·DateMay 6, 2024
Researchers investigate how LiCoO2 materials store and release hydrogen at room temperature, revealing insights into the degradation process. The study paves the way for more efficient batteries and low-energy production of hydrogen through water splitting.
SourceMeijo University·JournalInternational Journal of Hydrogen Energy·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 26, 2024
Researchers developed a novel laser-induced hydrothermal reaction method to grow binary metal oxide nanostructures and layered-double hydroxides on nickel foams. This technique improves the production rate by over 19 times while consuming only 27.78% of the total energy required by conventional methods.
SourceInternational Journal of Extreme Manufacturing·JournalInternational Journal of Extreme Manufacturing·DateNov 29, 2023
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A research team at City University of Hong Kong has developed a highly efficient electrocatalyst that enhances hydrogen generation through electrochemical water splitting. The catalyst, composed of transition-metal dichalcogenide nanosheets with unconventional crystal phases, exhibits superior activity and stability in acidic media.
SourceCity University of Hong Kong·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 13, 2023
A study led by Prof. ZHANG Fuxiang found that vanadium leaching kinetics and tetragonal phase impurities are key restrictions in BiVO4 photoanodes prepared by one-step pyrolysis method. Optimized methods achieved comparable performance to two-step methods, paving the way for scalable PEC water splitting.
SourceDalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy Sciences·JournalAngewandte Chemie International Edition·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateAug 30, 2023
Researchers have developed a highly efficient organometal halide perovskite photoanode that suppresses internal and external losses associated with photoelectrochemical water splitting, enhancing reaction kinetics. The new design achieves an unprecedented applied bias photon-to-current conversion efficiency of 12.79%.
SourceGIST (Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology)·JournalAdvanced Energy Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 9, 2023
A team of researchers at Münster University has developed a photocatalytic process to split water into hydrogen and oxygen under mild reaction conditions. The process uses triaryl phosphines to activate water, enabling the easy transfer of hydrogen atoms to various compounds.
SourceUniversity of Münster·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 28, 2023
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A team of researchers from China and the UK has developed new ways to optimise the production of solar fuels by creating novel photocatalysts. These photocatalysts, such as titanium dioxide with boron nitride, can absorb more wavelengths of light and produce more hydrogen compared to traditional methods.
SourceXi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University·JournalApplied Surface Science·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 11, 2023
Scientists have discovered a new method for producing pure hydrogen from renewable energy, a significant step towards a greener future. The breakthrough uses specialized techniques to understand how a catalyst works, enabling the creation of clean fuels like hydrogen.
SourceUniversity of Kansas·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateMay 16, 2023
Researchers at Brookhaven Lab used pulse radiolysis to study a key class of water-splitting catalysts, revealing the direct involvement of ligands in the reaction mechanism. The team discovered that a hydride group jumped onto the Cp* ligand, proving its active role in the process.
SourceDOE/Brookhaven National Laboratory·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateMay 15, 2023
Researchers capture elusive missing step in photosynthesis using SLAC's X-ray laser, revealing an intermediate reaction step that sheds light on how nature optimizes photosynthesis. The data provide a blueprint for optimizing clean energy sources and avoiding side products.
SourceDOE/SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory·JournalNature·DateMay 3, 2023
Researchers have visualized the crucial final step of oxygen formation in Photosystem II, a protein complex that powers photosynthesis. The study provides new insights into the interaction between the protein environment and the Mn/Ca cluster, shedding light on the mechanism behind water-splitting and oxygen production.
SourceUppsala University·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 3, 2023
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Researchers at Flinders University have discovered that chromium oxide is the most efficient material for photocatalytic water splitting, a promising technique for producing hydrogen from renewable energy sources. The study reveals new insights into the nature of the coating that could lead to improvements in future materials.
SourceFlinders University·JournalACS Applied Materials & Interfaces·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 26, 2023
A team of researchers at KAUST has developed a biological method to produce size-controlled palladium nanoclusters anchored on the surface of Geobacter sulfurreducens, outperforming benchmark catalysts in water-splitting reactions. This eco-friendly approach could provide a sustainable solution for high-performance catalysis.
SourceKing Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST)·JournalACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering·DateMar 16, 2023
Scientists at Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin examined the chemistry of Cobalt-Iron Oxyhydroxides using X-ray absorption spectroscopy. They discovered that iron is present in higher oxidation states than previously thought, which could lead to improved electrocatalysts for water splitting and carbon dioxide reduction.
SourceHelmholtz-Zentrum Berlin für Materialien und Energie·JournalAdvanced Energy Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 17, 2023
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Researchers from City University of Hong Kong and Australia developed a new method to enhance charge mobility in metal oxide catalysts, leading to improved water splitting efficiency. The method involves phosphorus doping, which reduces energy losses and increases charge separation efficiency.
SourceCity University of Hong Kong·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 5, 2023
Scientists have recorded photocatalysis charge separation processes experimentally on Cu2O particles, revealing rapid electron transfer and slower hole trapping, enabling better understanding of photocatalytic water splitting limitations. The technique allows for spatiotemporal imaging of charge transfer in photocatalyst particles.
SourceHelmholtz-Zentrum Berlin für Materialien und Energie·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 8, 2022
Researchers at the University of Würzburg have developed an artificial enzyme that can split water into oxygen and hydrogen with high efficiency. The enzyme-like catalyst was designed to mimic the natural process of photosynthesis, and its development is a significant step towards sustainable hydrogen production.
SourceUniversity of Würzburg·JournalNature Catalysis·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 3, 2022
Researchers developed a novel graphene-based NiSe2 nanocrystalline array that significantly enhances the efficiency of hydrogen evolution reactions. The composite material achieves an overpotential of 158 mV and exhibits extremely stable performance, providing a promising approach for the development of high-efficiency electrocatalysts.
SourceHigher Education Press·JournalFrontiers in Energy·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 15, 2022
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Scientists at Chung-Ang University have created a new catalyst that can efficiently generate hydrogen from water without the need for expensive noble metals. The innovative heterostructured material boosts both the half-reactions, improving its overall performance and paving the way for large-scale industrial applications.
SourceChung Ang University·JournalSmall·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 13, 2022
A KAUST-led team developed organic semiconductor-based photocatalysts to store solar energy as clean hydrogen fuel. These catalysts can absorb visible light and generate long-lived charges, improving efficiency for hydrogen evolution.
SourceKing Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST)·JournalNature Energy·DateJun 9, 2022
Researchers have discovered a way to create devices that mimic natural photosynthesis, producing fuels like hydrogen instead of sugars. The breakthrough uses bismuth oxyiodide, a non-toxic semiconductor material that can produce clean hydrogen from water over weeks.
SourceSt. John's College, University of Cambridge·JournalNature Materials·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 7, 2022
Researchers anchored Mo2C nanoparticles onto MAPbI3 to enhance photocatalytic activity for hydrogen evolution. The composite exhibits superior performance, surpassing pristine MAPbI3 and Pt-deposited MAPbI3.
SourceBeijing Institute of Technology Press Co., Ltd·JournalEnergy Material Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 2, 2022
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Scientists at TU Wien have developed a new photocatalyst design that can split water into hydrogen and oxygen using sunlight. This process, called photocatalytic water splitting, has the potential to produce environmentally friendly 'green hydrogen' with higher efficiency than traditional electrolysis methods.
SourceVienna University of Technology·JournalACS Catalysis·DateMay 31, 2022
A breakthrough in green technology has successfully produced both hydrogen gas and hydrogen peroxide simultaneously from sunlight and water using a hematite photocatalyst. This innovation could lead to a solar water-splitting utilization system with greater added value, enabling the widespread adoption of carbon-neutral energy sources.
SourceKobe University·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 27, 2022
A new gas chromatography setup allows scientists to detect small amounts of hydrogen production in promising photocatalysts, enabling the discovery of more efficient materials. The system's affordability and ease of build make it accessible for researchers worldwide.
SourcePenn State·JournalReview of Scientific Instruments·DateFeb 28, 2022
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Researchers at UCSC developed a simple method to make aluminum nanoparticles that split water and generate hydrogen gas rapidly. The gallium-aluminum composite creates aluminum nanoparticles that react with water at room temperature, yielding large amounts of hydrogen.
SourceUniversity of California - Santa Cruz·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 18, 2022
Researchers have discovered a way to use mining waste as part of a potential cheaper catalyst for hydrogen fuel production. The new catalyst triggers water splitting reactions using aluminosilicate minerals found in mining waste, which could lead to lower production costs and increased efficiency.
SourceQueensland University of Technology·JournalAdvanced Energy and Sustainability Research·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 7, 2021
Researchers from Ruhr-University Bochum and collaborators isolated a PS II transition complex with three helper proteins using cryo-electron microscopy. The study reveals a novel protective mechanism that prevents the formation of aggressive oxygen species during assembly, allowing for a more efficient and stable machine.
SourceRuhr-University Bochum·JournalNature Plants·DateApr 22, 2021
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Researchers from Boston College and Yale University found a mechanistic switch in the oxygen evolution reaction that uses water to produce hydrogen gas. The switch occurs when applying voltage to the catalyst surface, enabling efficient electrocatalysts to be chosen or optimized depending on the potential regime.
Researchers at MIT have discovered three ways bubbles form and release from porous electrodes, which can be controlled by adjusting surface treatment. The team found that the wettability of the surface is crucial in determining bubble formation, allowing for precise control over system performance.
SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalJoule·DateMar 26, 2021
Researchers at Berkeley Lab have launched a comprehensive resource on carbon dioxide removal (CDR) technologies and policies to mitigate climate change. The CDR Primer provides an overview of various techniques, including sequestering carbon in soil through improved agricultural practices.
SourceDOE/Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory·JournalJoule·DateJan 14, 2021
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Researchers discovered that tweaking one layer of atoms on a catalyst's surface can significantly improve its performance in splitting water into hydrogen and oxygen. This breakthrough could lead to more efficient production of hydrogen fuel, a crucial component of renewable energy storage.
SourceDOE/SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory·JournalNature Materials·DateJan 11, 2021
Researchers from Xiamen University demonstrated a bio-inspired heterometallic cluster that mimics the CaMn4O5 structure of PSII, showing efficient overall water splitting activity without sacrificial reagents. The cluster anchors on phosphorus-doped graphitic carbon nitrides and exhibits high H2 production rates and O2 evolution rates.
SourceScience China Press·JournalNational Science Review·DateDec 10, 2020
A new microscopy technique allows direct observation of droplet nucleation, enabling precise mathematical descriptions of the process. The technique improves contrast and resolution, revealing a different relationship between site density and nearest-neighbor function.
SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalCell Reports Physical Science·DateDec 2, 2020
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