Batteries
Scientists at Northeast Normal University in China have made a significant discovery in zinc-ion battery technology, developing "smart" electrolyte additives that can autonomously regulate the electrolyte structure and protect the zinc anodes. The new additives, called fluorinated and nitrogen-doped carbonized polymer dots (FNCPDs), interact with zinc and water
Batteries
A team of researchers from Sun Yat-sen University has made a significant discovery in the field of energy storage, developing a novel class of mesoporous covalent organic polymer (COP) that can be used as efficient 18-electron-redox anodes for superior Li-ion storage in both coin-type and fiber-type batteries. The newly produced
Batteries
Researchers at Sun Yat-sen University in Guangzhou, People's Republic of China, have made a significant advancement in the development of solid-state lithium metal batteries with high safety and long lifespan. The team has developed an in situ 3D-printed integrated porous cathode/composite polymer electrolyte (CPE) using reversible Diels-Alder
Batteries
A team of researchers has made a significant advancement in zinc-ion battery technology by developing a new ultra-thin protective coating that prevents dendrite growth and stabilizes the anode, making zinc-ion batteries safer and more practical as a alternative to lithium-ion batteries. This innovative coating, known as zinc-bonded polyacrylic acid (ZHP)
Nanotechnology
Scientists at National Tsing Hua University in Taiwan have made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of photocatalytic hydrogen evolution. By introducing flexible, nonfused sulfur segments into the polymer backbone, researchers have created a new photocatalyst that significantly improves the water/polymer interface, leading to a 237% increase in hydrogen
Nanotechnology
Researchers from the Southwest University of Science and Technology have made a significant breakthrough in photocatalytic wastewater degradation. By employing a novel strategy combining photocatalysis with adsorption, they have created a porous composite material that efficiently degrades a wide range of organic pollutants. The composite material, PTIMK/TiO-C, achieved a
Nanotechnology
Researchers at the University of Melbourne have made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of nanotechnology, developing a low-cost and environmentally friendly method for analyzing heavy metals in soil. Traditionally, laboratory-based analysis methods have been used, but these methods require sample preparation and the use of hazardous chemicals. The new
Nanotechnology
Researchers at Pusan National University in South Korea have developed a novel sulfonated polymer nanoparticle (S-NP) that serves as a superplasticizer for the gypsum industry. This breakthrough addresses the challenge of rapidly processing gypsum boards while maintaining plasticization properties and hydration kinetics. The study demonstrates the effectiveness of S-NP in
Technical institutes
A new research study has shed light on the environmental benefits of converting plastic waste into hydrogen, a process that could reduce plastic waste and promote sustainable practices. The study, conducted by researchers at the University of Technology Sydney, used life cycle assessment (LCA) to evaluate the environmental impacts of
Technical institutes
Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Mandi have made a significant breakthrough in developing an adenine-tagged Mn-based coordination polymer, which can efficiently convert carbon dioxide into cyclic carbonates under atmospheric pressure. This innovative catalyst has demonstrated exceptional performance in coupling carbon dioxide with epoxides, yielding high conversion rates
Nanotechnology
Researchers from Nanjing University have made significant progress in developing a solution for low-temperature tolerant lithium metal batteries. Their research, published in Angewandte Chemie International Edition, 2025, presents a coordinatively cross-linked metallo-supramolecular polymer as anodic interfacial protective layer (MSP-IPL) that can effectively inhibit lithium dendrite proliferation and enhance the battery&
Nanotechnology
Researchers at the University of British Columbia have made significant advancements in nanoparticle technology, developing a novel lipid nanoparticle (LNP) formulation that enhances the endosomal release efficiency of messenger RNA (mRNA) therapy. The research, published in the journal Biomaterials, demonstrates the potential of this new formulation to improve the delivery
