Headline: Researchers identify alternative to lithium-based battery technology

■ Release Date: 2022.5.31

■ Published by: University of Houston

■ Keywords: sodium, lithium, lithium batteries

■ Abstract:

Researchers have identified an alternative to lithium-based battery technology by developing sodium glassy electrodes capable of supporting long-duration, grid-scale energy storage.

Headline: Electrolyte additive offers lithium battery performance breakthrough

■ Release Date: 2022.6.1

■ Published by: DOE/Brookhaven National Laboratory

■ Keywords: solar, lithium batteries, lithium

■ Abstract:

A team of researchers led by chemists at the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Brookhaven National Laboratory has learned that an electrolyte additive allows stable high-voltage cycling of nickel-rich layered cathodes. Their work could lead to improvements in the energy density of lithium batteries that power electric vehicles.

Headline: How structural changes affect the superconducting properties of a metal oxide

■ Release Date: 2022.6.1

■ Published by: University of Minnesota

■ Keywords: strontium, strontium titanate, semiconductor

■ Abstract:

Researchers have discovered how subtle structural changes in strontium titanate, a metal oxide semiconductor, can alter the material's electrical resistance and affect its superconducting properties. The research can help guide future experiments and materials design related to superconductivity and the creation of more efficient semiconductors for various electronic device applications.

Headline: Iron catalyst could make important chemical reactions cheaper and more eco-friendly

■ Release Date: 2022.6.2

■ Published by: Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) Graduate University

■ Keywords: iron, catalyst, ruthenium

■ Abstract:

Researchers have created an iron catalyst that can facilitate important chemical reactions in place of the current catalyst, which is made from precious metals.

Headline: Ancient ocean floors could help in the search for critical minerals

■ Release Date: 2022.6.3

■ Published by: University of Queensland

■ Keywords: solar

■ Abstract:

Studying ancient ocean floors could help us discover minerals needed to produce electric cars and solar panels.

Headline: A novel path for sustainable photon upconversion with non-precious metals

■ Release Date: 2022.6.3

■ Published by: Johannes Gutenberg Universitaet Mainz

■ Keywords: solar, chromium, base metals

■ Abstract:

Sustainable chemical applications need to be able to employ renewable energy sources, renewable raw materials, and earth-abundant elements. However, to date many techniques have only been possible with the use of expensive precious metals or rare earth metals, the extraction of which can have serious environmental impacts. A team of researchers has now achieved a breakthrough in the use of chromium, an abundant base metal.

Headline: A model of improved safety for LNG storage

■ Release Date: 2022.6.3

■ Published by: University of Technology Sydney

■ Keywords: natural gas; nickel; hydrogen

■ Abstract:

A new high-performance computational model optimizing the design of large liquefied natural gas (LNG) tanks will lead to improved safety and security of storage facilities, with the bonus of reduced construction costs, according to new research.

Headline: Scientists develop a 'fabric' that turns body movement into electricity

■ Release Date: 2022.6.3

■ Published by: Nanyang Technological University

■ Keywords: electrical energy; calcium; titanium

■ Abstract:

Scientists at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) have developed a stretchable and waterproof 'fabric' that turns energy generated from body movements into electrical energy.