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Optimizing the Performance of Fuel Cells by Activating Lattice Oxygen in Perovskite Oxide

To optimize the performance of fuel cells, a golden ratio must be found. Recently, a Korean research team has uncovered that the performance of fuel cells varies depending on the Co-doping level.

20 Dec 2021

Negative Capacitance in Topological Transistors Could Reduce Computing’s Unsustainable Energy Load

Australian researchers have discovered that negative capacitance could lower the energy used in electronics and computing, which represents 8% of global electricity demand.

17 Dec 2021

Mass Spectrometry Analysis of Low Solubility, High Molecular Weight Compounds

BioChromato Inc. has published a new application report that details how their ionRocket sample preparation device, used in combination with Direct Analysis in Real Time Mass Spectrometry enables routine analysis of low solubility, high molecular weight compounds.

From BioChromato Inc. 16 Dec 2021

Flaws in Diamonds May Offer a Close-To-Perfect Interface for Quantum Computing

Flaws in diamonds -; atomic defects where carbon is replaced by nitrogen or another element -; may offer a close-to-perfect interface for quantum computing, a proposed communications exchange that promises to be faster and more secure than current methods.

16 Dec 2021

Advances in Understanding the Fundamental Physics of Phase Change Materials

As the world searches for practical ways to decarbonize our activities and mitigate associated climate change, approaches to alternative energy are hampered by the intermittent nature of energy sources, such as solar and wind.

15 Dec 2021

Organic Materials and Electronics Could Help Power Robot Navigation in Future

The working system of the human brain is way different from a computer as the brain works with biological cells and electrical impulses whereas a computer uses silicon-based transistors.

14 Dec 2021

Scientists Discover a New Method to Improve the Toughness of Materials

Researchers at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and Columbia Engineering have discovered a new method to improve the toughness of materials that could lead to stronger versions of body armor, bulletproof glass and other ballistic equipment.

14 Dec 2021

Research Provides a Brand-New Scheme to Improve the Capability of Non-Noble Metal Catalysis

Supported nanoparticle catalysts have been widely studied as heterogeneous catalysts in industrial catalysis. Strong metal-support interaction (SMSI) is one of the key mechanisms for designing highly efficient supported catalysts.

14 Dec 2021

Insight into New Materials that are Shaping Future Technologies

Researchers in the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at the Technion - Israel Institute of Technology have developed a new physical model for controlling elastic wave propagation – a model that may potentially impact various applications, including acoustic cloaking, enhanced sensing, and energy tunneling.

10 Dec 2021

New Insights Toward a Circular Economy: Researchers Find Way to Decompose Synthetic Polyisoprene

Enzymes are capable of degrading synthetic polyisoprene. The specific conditions for that have now been created and exploited by researchers at Martin Luther-University Halle-Wittenberg and the Leibniz Institute of Plant Biochemistry.

10 Dec 2021

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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

Optimizing the Performance of Fuel Cells by Activating Lattice Oxygen in Perovskite Oxide

Negative Capacitance in Topological Transistors Could Reduce Computing’s Unsustainable Energy Load

Mass Spectrometry Analysis of Low Solubility, High Molecular Weight Compounds

Flaws in Diamonds May Offer a Close-To-Perfect Interface for Quantum Computing

Advances in Understanding the Fundamental Physics of Phase Change Materials

Organic Materials and Electronics Could Help Power Robot Navigation in Future

Scientists Discover a New Method to Improve the Toughness of Materials

Research Provides a Brand-New Scheme to Improve the Capability of Non-Noble Metal Catalysis

Insight into New Materials that are Shaping Future Technologies

New Insights Toward a Circular Economy: Researchers Find Way to Decompose Synthetic Polyisoprene

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

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

TSL-570: High Performance Tunable Laser

Advanced Reconstruction Toolbox from ZEISS

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What is the Gold Foil Covering Spacecraft and Satellites?

Sheet Resistance Measurement on TOPCon Solar Cells

The Link Between FIB-SEM and TEM

Comprehensive Guide: Checkweighing

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

2Recycled Milled Carbon Fibers for Automotive Parts Manufacturing

3Developing Digital Twins for Durable 3D-Printed Military Parts

4NanoMOFs: Enhancing Anti-Counterfeiting Through Multi-Spectral Photonic Security

5Neutrinos are at Least a Million Times Lighter Than Electrons

6Improving Wound Care with Bioactive Material-Based Dressings

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