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Researchers Study Suppression of Crystallization by Five-Fold Symmetry

Using a revolutionary computer simulation, the University of Bristol researchers have tested a theory that was devised in the 1950s. The theory explains how atoms suppress crystallization when they arrange themselves into 3D pentagons.

26 Oct 2016

Goethe University Chemists Develop New Catalyst for Splitting Hydrogen Molecule

Chemists from Goethe University have developed a new catalyst to activate hydrogen by introducing boron compounds into a common organic molecule.

24 Oct 2016

Dendrites Are Major Issue for Next-Generation Lithium Batteries

Dendrites are whiskers of lithium that grow inside batteries, and they can cause fires like those in the Samsung Galaxy Note 7. They are considered a major issue for next-generation lithium batteries.

19 Oct 2016

Proposed 'Green’ Material More Dangerous to Environment, Say Sheffield Researchers

Researchers from the University of Sheffield have discovered that legislation proposing the replacement of a common material has led to wider use of an even more toxic substance.

18 Oct 2016

Researchers Develop New Catalytic Technique to Synthesize Life-Saving Drugs

A group of researchers including Daniel Weix, a chemistry professor at the University of Rochester, has developed a technique to identify new catalysts that may help to synthesize drugs inexpensively and more efficiently.

17 Oct 2016

Surface Texture of GaN Materials Influence Health of Nearby Cells

North Carolina State University researchers have identified that the surface texture of gallium nitride (GaN) materials has the ability to influence the condition of adjacent cells.

17 Oct 2016

Study Provides New Insights into Role of Solvent Molecules in Chemical Reactions

Although solvent molecules in the environment seem to be uninvolved, they can be vital for chemical reactions. This has been revealed by researchers who have been examining the creation of an ether in pure solvents as well as in their mixtures.

7 Oct 2016

Gibeon Meteorite Yields High-Performance OER Catalysts

The electrocatalytic operation of an iron-based Gibeon meteorite for the oxygen evolution reaction (OER) discovered by Dr. Le Formal could rival the advanced performance of OER catalysts. The surprising findings are published in the journal Energy & Environmental Science.

4 Oct 2016

TPU Scientists Develop New Device for Rapid Detection of Hazardous Substances in Water

Scientists from Tomsk Polytechnic University have developed a device for the rapid analysis of liquids on the content of hazardous substances - such as heavy metals.

23 Sep 2016

Spent Coffee Powder in Bioelastomeric Foams Can Remove Harmful Lead and Mercury from Water

Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the U.S., which makes for a perky population — but it also creates a lot of used grounds. Scientists now report in the journal ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering an innovative way to reduce this waste and help address another environmental problem.

22 Sep 2016

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The Material Breakthroughs Revolutionizing Photovoltaics

Photovoltaic technology is revolutionizing sustainable energy with advancements in perovskite cells and innovative recycling methods for eco-friendly solutions.

Emerging Technologies and Trends in the Aerospace Industry

The global economy depends on the aerospace industry, and the technological advancements the aerospace industry has to offer are immense. This article aims to delve into the fascinating world of aerospace and explore the most promising trends and technologies that the industry is developing. How will they pave the future of air travel, and will they make it safer, more sustainable, and more efficient?

Microporous Polymers and Their Applications

Microporous polymers, with their unique structures and properties, are revolutionizing gas storage, carbon capture, and catalysis in various scientific fields.

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Researchers Study Suppression of Crystallization by Five-Fold Symmetry

Goethe University Chemists Develop New Catalyst for Splitting Hydrogen Molecule

Dendrites Are Major Issue for Next-Generation Lithium Batteries

Proposed 'Green’ Material More Dangerous to Environment, Say Sheffield Researchers

Researchers Develop New Catalytic Technique to Synthesize Life-Saving Drugs

Surface Texture of GaN Materials Influence Health of Nearby Cells

Study Provides New Insights into Role of Solvent Molecules in Chemical Reactions

Gibeon Meteorite Yields High-Performance OER Catalysts

TPU Scientists Develop New Device for Rapid Detection of Hazardous Substances in Water

Spent Coffee Powder in Bioelastomeric Foams Can Remove Harmful Lead and Mercury from Water

Breaking Boundaries in Ceramic Machining with Internal Threading Innovation

Analytical Techniques Reveal History’s Tracked Changes

Beyond Lithium-Ion: Engineering the Future of Battery Technology

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The Material Breakthroughs Revolutionizing Photovoltaics

Emerging Technologies and Trends in the Aerospace Industry

Microporous Polymers and Their Applications

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Breaking Boundaries in Ceramic Machining with Internal Threading Innovation

Analytical Techniques Reveal History’s Tracked Changes

Beyond Lithium-Ion: Engineering the Future of Battery Technology

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