A team of scientists led by Samuel Dunning has developed an original technique to predict and guide the ordered creation of strong, yet flexible, diamond nanothreads. The innovation allows for easier synthesis of the material, which has potential applications in space elevators, ultra-strong fabrics, and other fields.
Researchers at GlaxoSmithKline and CCDC combined proprietary and published datasets to train machine learning models for predicting stable polymorphs in new drug candidates. The approach leverages the large volume and variety of data in the Cambridge Structural Database, resulting in more confident predictions and improved model accuracy.
Researchers from the University of Tsukuba have discovered that ultraviolet light can modulate oxide ion transport in a perovskite crystal at room temperature. This enables the enhancement of future battery and fuel cell functionality by increasing energy storage and output efficiency.
Researchers at GIST develop a non-contact, nondestructive approach to characterize crystal structures in thin films, shedding light on surface symmetries in SrRuO3. The technique offers a platform for structural characterization of surfaces and interfaces using optical techniques.
Siddha Pimputkar, an assistant professor at Lehigh University, has received the American Association for Crystal Growth (AACG) Young Scientist Award for his outstanding contributions to crystal growth. His research focuses on synthesizing bulk and thin-film single-crystal nitrogen-containing materials.
A team of researchers found that applying pressure to a 2D halide perovskite suppressed carrier trapping and led to enhanced emission. The findings show a new phase with higher crystallographic symmetry and fewer trap states was formed after pressure treatment.
A group of researchers in India has developed an iron-platinum alloy that can overcome the thermal stability issues limiting its use as a material for future hard disk drives. By tweaking the L10 phase, they achieved a significant enhancement of the transformation rate and reduced the ordering temperature below 300 degrees C.
Using 3D crystallography, researchers at Nagoya Institute of Technology study how particles shape up metal composites. They found that controlling particle distribution can improve the composite's strength and ductility, leading to better materials for applications like bridge suspension wires.
Researchers have developed new methods to analyze marble intrinsic features, petrography, and physical properties to predict durability and changeability. The study aims to identify the most suitable marbles for construction purposes and prevent decay in European buildings.
K.C. Cole will be honored at the annual ACA meeting with the Elizabeth Wood Award for her contributions to science journalism. The award recognizes individuals who have effectively communicated complex scientific concepts to the general public.