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Researchers Develop Wide-Temperature-Window Hydrogel Electrolyte for Aqueous Zinc-Ion Battery

Researchers led by Prof. HU Linhua from the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Prof. JI Denghui from Shijiazhuang University have recently developed a hydrogel electrolyte, which endows batteries with better stability in wider temperature range (-20 °C to 60 °C), more flexible device application, and larger capacity.

21 Feb 2022

First-of-its-Kind Analytical Approach to Build Better Batteries

Today's rechargeable batteries are a wonder, but far from perfect. Eventually, they all wear out, begetting expensive replacements and recycling.

18 Feb 2022

Radiation Experiments on Perovskite Cells

In a recent study published in the open-access journal Materials, researchers analyzed the effect of irradiation of charge particles on perovskite solar cells (PSCs) while being used in space applications such as satellites.

17 Feb 2022

Researchers Develop a Simple Hydrocarbon Molecule with a Logic Gate Function

Scientists from Lund University, Sweden, successfully developed a simple hydrocarbon molecule having a logic gate function, quite similar to that in transistors, in a single molecule.

16 Feb 2022

Researchers Investigate Formaldehyde Levels in Fabrics on the Ghanaian Market

The use of fabrics for protection has existed since the beginning of human history. Fabrics provide protection against harmful agents, such as sunlight, rain, bacteria and viruses.

15 Feb 2022

Researchers Simulate the Growth of Porous and Closed Polycrystalline Diamond Films

In today's societies, the word "diamond" brings to mind a series of images. It entails stories of strength, wealth, and status. But strip away these associations, and the scientific uses of the material are revealed.

15 Feb 2022

Engineers Disclose the Issue Limiting the Durability of Sodium-Ion Batteries

The source of a persistent issue restricting the durability of sodium-ion batteries has been revealed by the researchers of Cornell University. This provides manufacturers with new insights for further production in the 21st century.

14 Feb 2022

Hydrogen Peroxide Production Made More Stable by Copper Doping

The common household antiseptic—Hydrogen peroxide, utilized to clean scratches and cuts, can also influence space shuttles.

14 Feb 2022

Heavy Metals in Cannabis Method Approved by AOAC INTERNATIONAL

CEM Corporation is pleased to announce AOAC INTERNATIONAL’s approval of the analytical method, “Heavy Metals in a Variety of Cannabis and Cannabis-Derived Products,” used for the analysis of toxic ...

From CEM Corporation 14 Feb 2022

Scientists Explore Novel Way to Solve Dendrite Growth Problem in Li Metal Batteries

In a recent study published in the journal Energy Storage Materials, researchers developed a novel lithiophilic composite interlayer material that can be incorporated into the polypropylene (PP) separator, which in turn can inhibit dendritic growth of lithium (Li) in Li-ion batteries (LIBs).

11 Feb 2022

Editorial Highlights

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

Researchers Develop Wide-Temperature-Window Hydrogel Electrolyte for Aqueous Zinc-Ion Battery

First-of-its-Kind Analytical Approach to Build Better Batteries

Radiation Experiments on Perovskite Cells

Researchers Develop a Simple Hydrocarbon Molecule with a Logic Gate Function

Researchers Investigate Formaldehyde Levels in Fabrics on the Ghanaian Market

Researchers Simulate the Growth of Porous and Closed Polycrystalline Diamond Films

Engineers Disclose the Issue Limiting the Durability of Sodium-Ion Batteries

Hydrogen Peroxide Production Made More Stable by Copper Doping

Heavy Metals in Cannabis Method Approved by AOAC INTERNATIONAL

Scientists Explore Novel Way to Solve Dendrite Growth Problem in Li Metal Batteries

How do CT Instruments Help with Battery Analysis?

How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

Advancing Battery Science: PerkinElmer’s Role in Improving Chemistries and Recycling Efficiency

Coolant Control Module for Plasma Cleaning

Nano-Observer II: AFM for Nanoscale Imaging

Discover Advanced Solutions for Thickness and Flaw Inspection with the OmniScan™ X4 Flaw Detector

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Torque Testing Explained

Analysis of Nitrogen Solubility in Soy Protein Using FT-NIR Spectroscopy

Quantifying Hydrogen Spin Isomers with Raman Spectroscopy

Revealing the Strength of Functionally Gradient Alloys Through Multiscale Characterization

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 do CT Instruments Help with Battery Analysis?

How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

Advancing Battery Science: PerkinElmer’s Role in Improving Chemistries and Recycling Efficiency

1Accelerating Ion Transport with New Material

2New Catalyst Revolutionizes Hydrogen Peroxide Production

3The ECOFAP Project aims to make shoe soles and heels with a new 3D printing material based on tanned leather waste

4Precisely-Doped Two-Dimensional Semiconductors For Monolithic Integrated Circuits

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6A Bio-Inspired Catalyst for Efficient Chemical Reactions

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