Researchers have developed a more reliable method for measuring natural nitrogen isotope signatures of atmospheric ammonia, allowing for stronger tools to trace pollution sources and improve air quality management. The new approach uses sulfuric acid absorption, achieving higher ammonia recovery rates and stable isotope measurements.
SourceBiochar Editorial Office, Shenyang Agricultural University·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 10, 2026
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A team of researchers has successfully observed the distribution of elements in a lithium button cell during 10,000 charge cycles using non-destructive X-ray methods. The study reveals that manganese dissolves from the NMC cathode and migrates to the carbon anode, leading to further reactions and processes.
SourceHelmholtz-Zentrum Berlin für Materialien und Energie·JournalSmall·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 29, 2025
Researchers at URV develop system to monitor oxidation of hazelnuts using hyperspectral camera, confirming atmosphere and light exposure as main causes of oxidation. The method allows for quality standards to be set and improves packaging techniques.
SourceUniversitat Rovira i Virgili·JournalSpectrochimica Acta Part A Molecular and Biomolecular Spectroscopy·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 28, 2025
A team of researchers at the University of Oxford has found evidence in a rare type of meteorite that supports the theory that water on Earth is native, rather than originating from asteroids. The discovery suggests that the early Earth had sufficient hydrogen to form water molecules.
Researchers developed a miniaturized all-fiber photoacoustic spectrometer for intravascular gas detection, achieving detection limits of 9 ppb and response times as quick as 18 milliseconds. The system detects trace gases at the ppb level and analyzes nanoliter-sized samples with millisecond response times.
SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalAdvanced Photonics·DateDec 18, 2024
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The study probed the electronic structures of metal and ligand sides using soft X-ray absorption spectroscopy, revealing differences in energy shifts between cobalt and iron protoporphyrin IX complexes. The results show that CoPPIX maintains its five-coordination geometry in aqueous solution.
SourceNational Institutes of Natural Sciences·JournalPhysical Chemistry Chemical Physics·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 16, 2024
The study utilizes near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy and machine learning to provide quick, accurate, and cost-effective product analysis. The researchers created a global model for corn kernel analysis, which can predict moisture and protein content with high accuracy across different locations.
SourceUniversity of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences·JournalBiomass and Bioenergy·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateAug 27, 2024
Researchers developed a new spectroscopy method using tunable lasers, enabling precise tracking of the laser's color at every point in time. The technique offers higher power and spectral stability compared to existing methods, making it suitable for various applications including LIDAR and spectroscopy.
SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalAdvanced Photonics·DateAug 12, 2024
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A team developed a new detection method using organic phosphorescent probes and phosphorescence spectroscopy to study organic molecules in water ice. The study found that adding trace amounts of small or large molecular organics can significantly inhibit the crystalline order of water ice.
SourceUniversity of Science and Technology of China·JournalAngewandte Chemie·DateJul 5, 2024
Researchers developed a simple method to measure nano/microplastic concentrations in soil using spectroscopy, eliminating the need for separation processes. The method uses a wavelength combination of 220–260 nm and 280–340 nm to accurately quantify N/MPs in different soil types.
SourceWaseda University·JournalEcotoxicology and Environmental Safety·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 17, 2024
Researchers have discovered a novel transition-metal-free aluminosilicate ferrierite zeolite catalyst that enables direct conversion of methane to methanol. The new process achieves 305 π mol gˑ minǘ methanol production rate with high selectivity, presenting an environmentally friendly solution for converting greenhouse gases into valu...
SourceTokyo Institute of Technology·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·DateJun 3, 2024
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Researchers have discovered a quantum effect in biological systems that may help the brain protect itself from degenerative diseases. The effect, called superradiance, occurs when many tryptophan molecules are arranged in a symmetrical network and can absorb and re-emit damaging ultraviolet light particles.
SourceHoward University·JournalThe Journal of Physical Chemistry·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 29, 2024
A recent study found that pulsed charging improves lithium-ion battery stability and lifespan. The study, led by Philipp Adelhelm, demonstrated that high-frequency pulsed current reduces ageing effects and structural changes in the electrode materials, leading to a doubled cycle life with 80% capacity retention.
SourceHelmholtz-Zentrum Berlin für Materialien und Energie·JournalAdvanced Energy Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 9, 2024
Researchers used operando spectroscopy to study the oxygen evolution reaction in iridium oxide catalysts. The team found that binding of reaction intermediates to the electrode was controlled by long-range interactions between the intermediates and the solution, which depended on pH.
SourceOsaka University·JournalJACS·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 4, 2024
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Researchers have developed a miniaturized optical sensor that can detect glucose levels in human blood plasma with comparable sensitivity to laboratory-based sensors. The device operates wirelessly using a coin battery and has demonstrated its viability in detecting glucose levels between 50-400mg/dL.
SourceARC Centre of Excellence for Transformative Meta-Optical Systems·JournalAdvanced Sensor Research·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 19, 2024
Researchers at the Max Planck Institute of Quantum Optics have successfully developed a new technique for deciphering the properties of light and matter, enabling precise spectroscopy under low-light conditions. This breakthrough opens up possibilities for novel applications in photon-level diagnostics, precision spectroscopy, and biom...
SourceMax-Planck-Gesellschaft·JournalNature·DateMar 15, 2024
Researchers at Max Born Institute have successfully implemented high-resolution linear-absorption dual-comb spectroscopy in the ultraviolet spectral range. This breakthrough enables experiments under low-light conditions, paving the way for novel applications in precision spectroscopy and biomedical sensing.
SourceMax Born Institute for Nonlinear Optics and Short Pulse Spectroscopy (MBI)·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 13, 2024
Researchers developed innovative Au@Cu7S4 yolk@shell nanocrystals capable of producing hydrogen when exposed to both visible and NIR light, achieving a peak quantum yield of 9.4% in the visible range and 7.3% in the NIR range for hydrogen production.
SourceTokyo Institute of Technology·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 27, 2024
Researchers developed a novel machine learning-based approach to analyze diffuse reflectance spectroscopy data, achieving higher accuracies and speeds than existing methods. The 'wavelength-independent regressor' model overcomes use-error limitations by incorporating diverse datasets, making it suitable for clinical settings.
SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalJournal of Biomedical Optics·DateFeb 21, 2024
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Researchers successfully improved lithium metal battery charging rates by adding a cesium nitrate compound, while maintaining long cycle life. The new findings challenge conventional beliefs about effective interphase components and contribute to the development of high-energy density batteries.
SourceDOE/Brookhaven National Laboratory·JournalNature Communications·DateJan 26, 2024
A new microscopy technique has been developed to investigate neutral lipids within lipid droplets of living cells. This method allows researchers to monitor the synthesis of neutral lipids directly and observe their behavior over a long period.
SourceInstitute for Basic Science·JournalChemical Science·DateJan 23, 2024
Researchers at GIST developed high-performance OECT devices based on poly(diketopyrrolopyrrole) (PDPP)-type polymers, achieving high charge carrier mobility and volumetric capacitance values. The optimized material exhibited a figure-of-merit value of over 800 F V^-1 cm^-1 s^-1.
SourceGIST (Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology)·JournalAdvanced Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 17, 2024
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ICFO researchers observed a light-induced increase and control of conductivity in graphite by manipulating its many-body state, showing signatures of superconductivity. The study uses attosecond soft-X-ray pulses to probe electronic dynamics, providing new insights into material properties and quantum states.
SourceICFO-The Institute of Photonic Sciences·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 14, 2023
Researchers from China University of Petroleum apply terahertz spectroscopy to characterize oil shale's anisotropy, organic distribution, and fingerprint spectrum. The method enables simultaneous characterization of main oil generation zones and natural gas zones.
SourceEnergy Reviews·JournalEnergy Reviews·TypeLiterature review·DateNov 27, 2023
A Brazilian physicist has developed an alternative method that reduces calculation time for simulating light absorption by molecules from two days to a few hours. This allows for high-resolution microscopy and the creation of precise 3D structures for data storage, with potential applications in medicinal treatments.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalThe Journal of Chemical Physics·DateOct 11, 2023
Researchers developed a noninvasive technique to visualize and differentiate nerve tissue using multispectral photoacoustic imaging. The study revealed the optimal wavelengths for identifying nerve tissue, which could improve nerve detection and segmentation techniques.
SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalJournal of Biomedical Optics·DateSep 5, 2023
Researchers at UBC Okanagan's Integrated Optics Laboratory develop imaging systems that apply terahertz radiation, enabling fast and accurate characterization of biological specimens. This technology holds promise for improving diagnostic imaging and detecting carcinogenesis.
SourceUniversity of British Columbia Okanagan campus·JournalScientific Reports·TypeMeta-analysis·DateAug 14, 2023
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Researchers developed a novel technique to measure the refractive index line shape in ultrafast XUV transient absorption spectroscopy. By controlling the phase of the XUV light field, they can manipulate matter response and explore new physical phenomena.
SourceUltrafast Science·JournalUltrafast Science·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 25, 2023
EPFL researchers have created a novel biosensor, ImmunoSEIRA, to detect misfolded protein biomarkers linked to Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases. The sensor employs AI-powered neural networks for disease stage quantification and features gold nanorod arrays with antibodies for specific protein detection.
SourceEcole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne·JournalScience Advances·DateJul 12, 2023
Researchers at Drexel University have developed a new method that combines UV-visible spectroscopy with cyclic voltammetry to track ion movement in batteries and supercapacitors. This breakthrough could lead to the design of higher performing energy storage devices.
SourceDrexel University·JournalNature Energy·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 6, 2023
A team led by Professor Yoshihiro Yamazaki from Kyushu University discovered the chemical innerworkings of a perovskite-based electrolyte developed for solid oxide fuel cells. By combining synchrotron radiation analysis, large-scale simulations, machine learning, and thermogravimetric analysis, they found that protons are introduced at...
SourceKyushu University·JournalChemistry of Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 28, 2023
Researchers have identified a new material, TiO2/Fe2O3 nanomaterial, that can clean and improve water quality with a single step treatment. This technology has the potential to improve the lives of millions of people exposed to carcinogenic arsenic through contaminated groundwater.
SourceDiamond Light Source·JournalResults in Surfaces and Interfaces·TypeImaging analysis·DateNov 24, 2022
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Researchers at Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin for Materials and Energy are utilizing X-ray absorption spectroscopy to investigate oxygen evolution in electrocatalysis. This study aims to improve the efficiency of green hydrogen production by developing more stable and cost-effective catalysts.
SourceHelmholtz-Zentrum Berlin für Materialien und Energie·JournalAngewandte Chemie·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 7, 2022
Researchers have developed an AI-powered approach to calculate molecular spectra using Graph Neural Networks (GNNs), significantly reducing computation time and improving accuracy. The SchNet model achieved a 20% increase in accuracy while reducing computational time, enabling the analysis of complex molecules like quantum dots.
SourceHelmholtz-Zentrum Berlin für Materialien und Energie·JournalJournal of Chemical Theory and Computation·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 14, 2022
Researchers at Kyoto University have developed a new type of organic solar cell that generates electricity efficiently even with a relatively low offset of 0.1 eV. This breakthrough offers a promising solution for the production of more efficient and flexible solar panels, potentially reducing energy consumption and environmental impact.
SourceKyoto University·JournalEnergy & Environmental Science·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 7, 2022
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A new wearable headset, Kernel Flow, monitors brain activity using time-domain fNIRS. The system can record high-resolution brain signals from across the brain with performance similar to conventional systems.
SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalJournal of Biomedical Optics·DateJan 18, 2022
A lung model mimicking complex anatomy has enabled the assessment of respiratory volumes using a gas-in-scattering-media absorption spectroscopy (GASMAS) technique. The study demonstrates the feasibility of GASMAS to sense changes in gas volume in a controlled environment, paving the way for potential clinical applications.
SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalJournal of Biomedical Optics·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 1, 2021
Researchers develop new theory for attosecond transient absorption spectroscopy of polyatomic molecules, revealing electron-nuclear dynamics. The technique provides sufficient resolution to study decoherence of electron motion caused by nuclear rearrangement.
SourceEcole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 29, 2021
Researchers developed a non-invasive optical technique using spectroscopy to identify structural changes in the brain and diagnose Alzheimer's disease. The new technology has potential as a simple, completely non-invasive method of early detection and could also assess treatment effectiveness.
SourceVeterans Affairs Research Communications·JournalJournal of Alzheimer’s Disease·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 28, 2021
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A metamaterial absorber enhances infrared spectroscopic detection signals 100-fold, allowing for more distinct results with small traces of substances. The proposed technique offers low-cost manufacturing and vast applications in detecting biomolecules, harmful substances, and gases.
SourceNational Research Council of Science & Technology·JournalSmall Methods·DateMay 31, 2021
Researchers at George Mason University are conducting a NASA-funded project to model telluric absorption features using iSHELL stellar spectra and line-spread functions. The goal is to improve EPRV measurements with high precision, enabling the detection of exoplanet atmospheres.
Researchers engineered β-Ni(OH)2 catalysts with different alkoxyl ligands, achieving high-efficiency oxygen evolution reactions. The ethoxyl-substituted β-Ni(OH)2 shows great potential as an efficient OER catalyst.
SourceScience China Press·JournalScience China Chemistry·DateNov 11, 2020
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Researchers have developed a novel scheme for THz dual-comb spectroscopy that requires only a single laser source while maintaining exceptional resolution. The use of adaptive sampling technique minimizes timing instability and allows for accurate detection of small variations in the absorption profile of materials.
SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalAdvanced Photonics·DateJun 8, 2020
A bright source of femtosecond soft X-ray pulses has been created using extreme high-order harmonic generation process. This enables the simultaneous local probing at both carbon and nitrogen sites within molecules, facilitating multiple-site investigation with potential correlations between these sites upon molecular rearrangements.
SourceForschungsverbund Berlin·JournalThe Journal of Physical Chemistry Letters·DateDec 21, 2018
Researchers developed a new light-trapping sensor that improves spectroscopy's detection capabilities for drugs, bomb-making materials, diseases and other molecules. The device uses SEIRA spectroscopy to absorb up to 81% of infrared light, outperforming previous technologies.
SourceUniversity at Buffalo·JournalAdvanced Optical Materials·DateJul 31, 2017
Researchers at University of Illinois create first significant examples of optical crystallography for nanomaterials, improving precision of nanocrystal engineering and understanding of reactions. The new technique uses absorption spectroscopy to identify crystal type in liquid-dispersed nanomaterials, offering simple, accurate analysis.
SourceUniversity of Illinois Grainger College of Engineering·JournalNature Communications·DateMay 17, 2017
SAGE will begin publishing Applied Spectroscopy in partnership with the Society for Applied Spectroscopy, a leading international journal covering all aspects of spectroscopy. The journal aims to publish original research and review articles on fundamentals and applications of photon-based spectroscopy.
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Researchers have made a breakthrough in understanding liquid electrolytes used in lithium-ion batteries. They found that the actual solvation environment of lithium ions is non-tetrahedral, contrary to previous predictions. This discovery could lead to more efficient and better-performing electrolytes.
SourceDOE/Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory·JournalPhysical Chemistry Chemical Physics·DateDec 19, 2014
Scientists have successfully characterised the absorption spectrum of a gold cluster, shedding light on its electronic properties. The research provides valuable insights for future applications in catalysis, sensing, and molecular electronics.
SourceAcademy of Finland·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·DateFeb 28, 2011
Scientists have successfully demonstrated a new measurement technique, single molecule absorption spectroscopy, combining optical absorption with atomic-scale resolution of scanning tunneling microscopy. This breakthrough enables the detection of individual molecules under laser illumination.
SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalNano Letters·DateDec 20, 2005
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