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First Report of Solid-State Molecular Frustrated Lewis Pairs

Researchers developed a sodium-doped amorphous SiBN catalyst, showcasing its potential for small molecule activation and transformative impacts in catalysis.

22 Jan 2025

Michelman Provides Fiber Sizing Support for FibreCoat’s Aluminum-Coated Basalt Fiber Innovation

Michelman, a global developer of advanced materials, has collaborated with FibreCoat, a high performance materials company based in Aachen, Germany, to support the launch of FibreCoat’s aluminum-coated basalt fiber.

From Michelman Inc 22 Jan 2025

Tailoring the Properties of Nitinol Alloys via Laser Powder Bed Fusion

Adjusting volume energy density in L-PBF optimizes NiTi alloys' microstructure and corrosion resistance, enhancing their potential in critical applications.

By Nidhi Dhull 22 Jan 2025

Forge Battery Completes Contract Negotiation to Secure $100 M from U.S. Department of Energy for North Carolina Lithium-Ion Battery Gigafactory

Forge Battery, the commercial lithium-ion battery production subsidiary of Forge Nano, Inc., today announced it finalized award negotiations for $100 M in non-dilutive funding by the Department of Energy's Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains (MESC).

21 Jan 2025

Efficient Photo-Driven Methane Carbonylation

This study presents a breakthrough catalyst for photo-driven CH4 carbonylation, achieving 96.5% selectivity for acetic acid under moderate conditions.

21 Jan 2025

Carbon Cloth Electrodes Revolutionize Desalination

Engineers develop innovative carbon cloth electrodes for desalination, effectively eliminating boron and cutting treatment costs while boosting sustainability.

21 Jan 2025

Microwave Technology Revolutionizes Clean Hydrogen Production

POSTECH's interdisciplinary team identifies a novel microwave method for hydrogen generation, reducing thermal energy needs and accelerating chemical reactions.

21 Jan 2025

Large-Area, High-Capacity Lithium-Sulfur Battery Prototypes

The development of large-area lithium-sulfur battery prototypes at KERI marks a significant step towards practical applications in energy storage and mobility.

21 Jan 2025

Engineering New Solutions to Rescue Australia’s Decaying Infrastructure

A new piece of equipment being trialled at the University of South Australia (UniSA) in 2025 could provide a lifeline for the nation’s decaying infrastructure.

21 Jan 2025

Thermally Conductive, Flowable Epoxy Meets NASA Low Outgassing Specifications

Designed for critical applications, EP53TC epoxy ensures efficient heat dissipation and meets ASTM E595 standards for low outgassing and dimensional stability.

From Master Bond Inc. 21 Jan 2025

Complementary X-Ray Techniques at NSLS-II Provide New Insights

A team led by researchers at the National Synchrotron Light Source II (NSLS-II), a US Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science user facility at Brookhaven National Laboratory, used complementary X-ray techniques at two separate beamlines to acquire new insights into these materials.

20 Jan 2025

“Dome-Shaped" Superconducting Phase Discovered in a Novel Transition Metal Zirconide

Researchers at Tokyo Metropolitan University have discovered a novel superconducting material by synthesizing a new transition metal zirconide with varying iron-to-nickel ratios.

20 Jan 2025

High-Tunable Biotemplating for Advanced Materials

The CamBio method utilizes intracellular proteins for tunable nanostructures, offering cost-effective solutions for diverse scientific challenges.

20 Jan 2025

Glutamate Additive Enables Robust Interphases for Aqueous Zinc Batteries

Advancements in Aqueous Zinc Batteries: strategic EEI layer formation enhances stability and performance, crucial for renewable energy storage applications.

20 Jan 2025