Carbon news

One study uncovers novel properties in two 2D materials

A single study has found that graphene displays superlubricity and that hexagonal boron nitride is as strong as diamond but lighter and more flexible.

Carbon Journal Prize 2017 winner: Dr. Boris Dyatkin

Silicon particles make effective battery anode material

Scientists have quadrupled the capacity of the anode in lithium-ion batteries by simply replacing graphite with silicon.

Rare earth metals can tune graphene’s electronic properties

By sandwiching rare earth metals between layers of graphene, scientists have been able to control its band gap.

Scientists turn fallen leaves into supercapacitor electrodes

Scientists have developed a way to convert fallen leaves into a porous carbon material for use as a supercapacitor electrode.

Peruvian innovator is recipient of Materials Today Embracing Challenge award

Fernando Torres recipient of 2017 Embracing Challenge award

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Nanodiamonds can stop short-circuits in lithium-ion batteries

Adding nanodiamonds to the electrolyte in lithium-ion batteries can help prevent the formation of short-circuiting dendrites.

Electricity on the go with stretchy carbon nanotube yarns

Novel yarns made from carbon nanotubes can generate electricity when they are stretched or twisted.

Carbonated water puts fizz into graphene manufacture

Carbonated water offers a greener way to remove graphene produced by chemical vapor deposition from metal substrates.

Porous graphene material sails towards supercapacitors

A novel process can convert carbon dioxide into 3D graphene with micropores across its surface, which could make an ideal supercapacitor material.

New research shows graphene can grow on trees

Scientists have used a laser to turn the surface of pine wood into a form of graphene, potentially offering a way to produce biodegradable electronics.

Spongy photocatalyst selects just carbon monoxide

A novel light-activated material can chemically convert carbon dioxide into carbon monoxide without generating unwanted by-products.

Electric stimulus lights up carbon nanorings and iodine

Using a novel method, scientists have design a material that conducts electricity and emits white light when exposed to electricity.

Novel boron-doped carbon material heats up superconductivity

Researchers have significantly increased the temperature at which carbon-based materials can act as superconductors.

Nominate a scientist for the 2018 OWSD-Elsevier Foundation Awards

Submissions are being accepted for the 2018 OWSD-Elsevier Foundation Awards for Early-Career Researchers in Developing Countries.

Recipients of the 2016 Acta student awards

Find out who will receive one of the 2016 Acta student awards.

Carbon captures catalyst nanoparticles on electrode surfaces

Converting an organic polymer to carbon via heating offers a novel way to fix catalyst nanoparticles onto electrode surfaces.