Headline: Engineers develop general, high-speed technology to model, explain catalytic reactions

■ Release Date: 2024.8.5

■ Published by: Iowa State University

■ Keywords: ammonia, catalytic reactions, nitrogen

■ Abstract:

A research team developed artificial intelligence technology that could find ways to improve researchers' understanding of the chemical reactions involved in ammonia production and other complex chemical reactions.

Headline: New substrate material for flexible electronics could help combat e-waste

■ Release Date: 2024.8.6

■ Published by: Massachusetts Institute of Technology

■ Keywords: polyimide, polymer, precious metal

■ Abstract:

A new material for flexible electronics could enable multilayered, recyclable electronic devices and help limit e-waste.

Headline: Advanced chelators offer efficient and eco-friendly rare earth element recovery

■ Release Date: 2024.8.6

■ Published by: University of California - Santa Barbara

■ Keywords: rare earth, chelators, dysprosium

■ Abstract:

The world is going to need a lot of weird metals in the coming years, according to chemistry professor. But he isn't talking about lithium, cobalt or even beryllium. He's interested in dysprosium, which is so hidden in the periodic table that you'd be forgiven for thinking he made it up.

Headline: Stacking molecules like plates improves organic solar device performance

■ Release Date: 2024.8.6

■ Published by: Osaka University

■ Keywords: solar cell, photocatalyst, optoelectronic devices

■ Abstract:

Researchers found that how well light-converting molecules stack together in a solid is important for how well they convert light into electric current. A rigid molecule that stacked well showed excellent electricity generation in an organic solar cell and photocatalyst, easily outperforming a similar flexible molecule that did not stack well. This new way of improving the design of molecules could be used to pioneer the next generation of light-converting devices.

Headline: World's highest-performance superconducting wire segment

■ Release Date: 2024.8.7

■ Published by: University at Buffalo

■ Keywords: barium, copper, rare-earth

■ Abstract:

Researchers report that they have fabricated the world's highest-performing high-temperature superconducting wire segment while making the price-performance metric significantly more favorable.

Headline: Effective new catalyst brings hope for cleaner energy, wastewater treatment, and green chemistry

■ Release Date: 2024.8.8

■ Published by: Hokkaido University

■ Keywords: ammonia, catalytic reactions, nitrogen

■ Abstract:

A catalyst that significantly enhances ammonia conversion could improve wastewater treatment, green chemical and hydrogen production.

Headline: New technology uses light to engrave erasable 3D images

■ Release Date: 2024.8.9

■ Published by: Dartmouth College

■ Keywords: boron, polymer, light projector

■ Abstract:

Researchers invented a technique that uses a specialized light projector and a photosensitive chemical additive to imprint two- and three-dimensional images inside any polymer. The light-based engraving remains in the polymer until heat or light are applied, which erases the image and makes it ready to use again. The technology is intended for any situation where having detailed, precise visual data in a compact and easily customizable format could be critical, such as planning surgeries and developing architectural designs.

Headline: Engineering researchers enhance perovskite solar cells durability with first-of-its-kind chiral-structured 'springy' interface

■ Release Date: 2024.8.9

■ Published by: Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

■ Keywords: perovskite, solar cell, silicon

■ Abstract:

A research team has constructed an unprecedented chiral-structured interface in perovskite solar cells, which enhances the reliability and power conversion efficiency of this fast-advancing solar technology and accelerates its commercialization.