Energy

Long-sought carbon nanomaterial found in zeolite pores

Scientists have discovered that negatively curved carbon sheets known as schwarzites can be synthesized inside the pores of zeolites.

Dual-template approach produces three-layered nanostructures

Researchers have made triple-layered hollow nanostructures consisting of a conductive organic core sandwiched between two inorganic layers.

New designs get a grip on auxetic materials

Scientists have designed auxetic materials with smooth curves for distributing forces that can deform repeatedly.

Defects offer way to give MOFs enhanced abilities

Scientists have discovered that defects in zirconium-based metal-organic frameworks can actually improve their ability at capturing carbon dioxide.

New advance lowers resistance to all-solid-state batteries

Novel all-solid-state batteries based on thin films benefit from low resistance at the interface between the electrode and the solid electrolyte.

Exploring the long-term biocompatibility of implantable nanogenerators

Triboelectric kill switch for secure flash memory

Could the touch of a finger make mobile data storage more secure?

New method can print porous battery electrodes with complex geometries

A novel 3D printing method can produce battery electrodes with a 3D microlattice structure with controlled porosity, enhancing charging rates.

Biological imaging technique reveals secrets of dendrite growth

Using a form of Raman microscopy developed for biomedical studies, scientists have explored the mechanism behind dendrite growth in lithium batteries.

All-in-one solar cell: Stable, light-soaking free, solution processed and efficient diketopyrrolopyrrole based small molecule inverted organic solar cells