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Researchers Define Primary Enhancement for Solid Oxide Fuel Cells

A team of researchers from Washington State University have established a primary step to enhance solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs), a potential clean energy technology that has struggled to obtain wide commercial acceptance.

19 Jul 2016

New Molecules Inspired by Vitamins for Better Batteries

A new molecule that is capable of safely storing electricity from irregular sources, such as wind and solar power, has been found by researchers at Harvard. The vitamin B2-inspired organic molecule has high performance rates and can store the energy in large batteries.

19 Jul 2016

Iowa State University Researchers Discover 3D Paper-Based Microbial Fuel Cell with Potential Applications

Iowa State University scientists have displayed a proof-of-concept 3D paper-based microbial fuel cell (MFC) that uses capillary action to direct the liquids via the MFC system and eradicate the requirement of external power. Their findings have been reported in the journal TECHNOLOGY.

5 Jul 2016

Researchers Discover Unique Method to Improve Electron Transfer in Solar Fuel Applications

A team of researchers from the University of North Carolina located at Chapel Hill and the University of British Columbia have found a unique method to maximize the transfer of electrons in semi-conductors that are used in solar fuel solutions.

21 Jun 2016

MIT Researchers Develop New Method to Improve Performance of Fuel Cells

A team of researchers from MIT has formulated a realistic and physically-based method for treating the surface of materials known as perovskite oxides, to make them highly durable, and optimize their performance.

15 Jun 2016

New Phenomenon Shows Promise for High-Performance Fuel Cells

Fuel cells produce electricity from chemical reactions without any harmful emissions, and have the capability to power everything ranging from portable electronics to cars. They could be more clean and efficient, compared to combustion engines.

17 May 2016

PowerCell Sweden, Swiss Hydrogen Collaborate to Sell High Performance Fuel Cell Systems

The Nordic leading fuel cell company PowerCell Sweden AB (publ) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Swiss Hydrogen SA, a Switzerland based company that develops hydrogen fuel cell systems for mobile and stationary applications. The two companies will cooperate to market and sell high performance fuel cell systems based on PowerCell’s stacks.

29 Apr 2016

Oxygen-Trapping Composite of MOF and Helper Molecule Holds Potential for Energy Applications

Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are low-cost materials that are capable of separating gases from air and other combined gas streams. When it comes to separating oxygen, these materials fail completely. To resolve this issue, researchers have developed a MOF composite and a helper molecule, where both work together to isolate oxygen from other types of gases in a simple and cost-effective way.

9 Mar 2016

PowerCell Sweden Signs Distribution Agreement with South Africa-Based Powertech System Integrators

Leading Swedish fuel cell company PowerCell Sweden AB (publ) has signed an agreement with South African based Powertech System Integrators (Pty) Ltd (PTSI) to distribute PowerCell's products in Africa.

4 Mar 2016

UTA Researchers Develop High-Performing Materials to Improve Solar Fuel Generation

Chemists from the University of Texas at Arlington have created new high-performing materials to develop cells that utilize sunlight to separate water and carbon dioxide into useable fuels, such as hydrogen gas and methanol. These “green fuels” are used for home appliances and to store energy in batteries and power cars.

17 Feb 2016

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.

Fuel Cell News

Researchers Define Primary Enhancement for Solid Oxide Fuel Cells

New Molecules Inspired by Vitamins for Better Batteries

Iowa State University Researchers Discover 3D Paper-Based Microbial Fuel Cell with Potential Applications

Researchers Discover Unique Method to Improve Electron Transfer in Solar Fuel Applications

MIT Researchers Develop New Method to Improve Performance of Fuel Cells

New Phenomenon Shows Promise for High-Performance Fuel Cells

PowerCell Sweden, Swiss Hydrogen Collaborate to Sell High Performance Fuel Cell Systems

Oxygen-Trapping Composite of MOF and Helper Molecule Holds Potential for Energy Applications

PowerCell Sweden Signs Distribution Agreement with South Africa-Based Powertech System Integrators

UTA Researchers Develop High-Performing Materials to Improve Solar Fuel Generation

Innovating Analytical Science: Precision in Focus with QSight®

An Introduction to Reverse Tip Sample Scanning Probe Microscopy (RTS SPM)

Advancing Solid-State Battery Research

RXT Series: Reliance® Legacy Motors

EC-32010CC: Fully-Automated Carbon Coater

Enhance Nanostructure Analysis With the SAXSpoint 500 SAXS/WAXS System

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The Role of Vibration Isolation in Improving NMR Accuracy

An Introduction to OMNISEC RESOLVE Multi-Detector GPC/SEC System

How Photothermal AFM-IR Reveals Hidden Details in Polymer Blends

Using SDT to Analyze the Thermal Properties of LFP Li-Ion Cathodes

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?

Fuel Cell News

Innovating Analytical Science: Precision in Focus with QSight®

An Introduction to Reverse Tip Sample Scanning Probe Microscopy (RTS SPM)

Advancing Solid-State Battery Research

1Triple-Layer Material Boosts Green Hydrogen Production Eightfold

2Exum Instruments and Thermo Fisher Scientific Enter into Commercial Agreement for Scientific Advancement in Europe and China

3Emerson's New Battery Energy and Asset Management Software Improves Return on Investment, Grid Stability

4Nuvvon Reports a Major Breakthrough in Solid-State Battery Scalability

5Breakthrough in 3D Chip Integration Promises Faster, More Efficient High-Performance Computing

6Scientists Design Novel Absorber for High-Performance Tandem Solar Cells

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