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Molecular Dispersion Improves Photovoltaic Performance, Thermal Stability of Organic Solar Cells

In the last couple of years, organic solar cells based on non-fullerene acceptors have tremendous progress in the power conversion efficiency.

28 Aug 2020

New Technique to Produce Unique Glassy Structure with 2D Gradient Rejuvenation State

A team at Tohoku University have perfected a new heat treatment technique with rapid heating and asymmetrical cooling processes in metallic glass.

27 Aug 2020

Researchers Study a New Compound for Use in Batteries

Cathode materials based on sodium and d-metals fluorophosphates are in great demand in the production of metal-ion batteries, because they have a rich chemical composition that allows to regulate their electrochemical properties.

27 Aug 2020

New Degradation Mechanism for Electric Vehicle Batteries Identified

Researchers have identified a potential new degradation mechanism for electric vehicle batteries - a key step to designing effective methods to improve battery lifespan.

26 Aug 2020

Researchers Create a Self-Actuated Microfluidic Pump to Simplify Mechatronic Devices

Modern mechatronic devices, right from industrial machinery to robots, have seen a drastic increase in complexity and intricacy.

26 Aug 2020

Holistic Study of Layered Materials Could Lead to Faster Charging, Longer Lasting Devices

A team led by the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory developed a novel, integrated approach to track energy-transporting ions within an ultra-thin material, which could unlock its energy storage potential leading toward faster charging, longer lasting devices

26 Aug 2020

Reliable Gas Measurement Technology in Ripening Chambers

Fresh fruit and vegetables are alive and continue to breathe after the harvest thus leading to oxygen consumption and the formation of carbon dioxide and water vapour. Keeping products fresh means slowing down the ripening process while maintaining the quality of the product.

From MSR-Electronic GmbH 24 Aug 2020

Improving Optical Properties of Metasurfaces with Liquid Crystals

For more than 500 years, humans have mastered the art of refracting light by shaping glass into lenses, then bending or combining those lenses to amplify and clarify images either close-up and far-off.

21 Aug 2020

Scientists Find Proof for Liquid-to-Liquid Transition in Sulfur

Scientists from the ESRF, together with teams from CEA and CNRS/Sorbonne Université, have found the proof for a liquid-to-liquid transition in sulfur and of a new kind of critical point ending this transition.

20 Aug 2020

A Touch of Gold Sends Crystals Electric with Excitement

A touch of gold - or another noble metal – can change the structure of a crystal and its intrinsic properties, physicists at the University of Warwick have demonstrated in a display of modern-day alchemy.

19 Aug 2020

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The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

The primary distinction between graphene-based batteries and solid-state batteries lies in the composition of either electrode. Although the cathode is commonly changed, carbon allotropes can also be employed in fabricating anodes.

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

In recent years, the IoT is rapidly being introduced into almost all sectors, but it has particular importance in the EV industry.

Materials Science News

Molecular Dispersion Improves Photovoltaic Performance, Thermal Stability of Organic Solar Cells

New Technique to Produce Unique Glassy Structure with 2D Gradient Rejuvenation State

Researchers Study a New Compound for Use in Batteries

New Degradation Mechanism for Electric Vehicle Batteries Identified

Researchers Create a Self-Actuated Microfluidic Pump to Simplify Mechatronic Devices

Holistic Study of Layered Materials Could Lead to Faster Charging, Longer Lasting Devices

Reliable Gas Measurement Technology in Ripening Chambers

Improving Optical Properties of Metasurfaces with Liquid Crystals

Scientists Find Proof for Liquid-to-Liquid Transition in Sulfur

A Touch of Gold Sends Crystals Electric with Excitement

How to Use AFM to Study 2D Materials and Superlattices

How are Fine Ceramics Supporting the Next Generation of Renewable Energy?

Beyond Lithium: How Group14 Is Redefining the Future of Battery Technology

AirBreather Platform for Continuous Gas Analysis

SU7000 & SU8700 Schottky Field Emission SEMs: Ultra High-Resolution & Analytical Imaging

TSL-570: High Performance Tunable Laser

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Powering the Future: The Solid-State Battery Revolution

What is the Gold Foil Covering Spacecraft and Satellites?

Sheet Resistance Measurement on TOPCon Solar Cells

The Link Between FIB-SEM and TEM

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

Materials Science News

How to Use AFM to Study 2D Materials and Superlattices

How are Fine Ceramics Supporting the Next Generation of Renewable Energy?

Beyond Lithium: How Group14 Is Redefining the Future of Battery Technology

1Aluminum-Scandium Alloys: A Game Changer for Hydrogen Energy

2Improving Wound Care with Bioactive Material-Based Dressings

3The COM4PHA project develops new biodegradable bioplastics for cosmetics, food and agricultural packaging

4First Ever Clinical Long-Term Follow-Up Study on 3D-Printed Bioceramic Implants

5Bosch Establishes Company with the Synthetic Diamond Solutions Provider Element Six

6Recycled Milled Carbon Fibers for Automotive Parts Manufacturing

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