Scientists have discovered why silver electrodes in perovskite solar cells are prone to corrosion.
27 October 2015
Circular nanohoops containing both carbon and nitrogen atoms represent a new class of organic semiconductor.
23 October 2015
Dispersing individual platinum atoms on a copper surface can produce a highly effective hydrogenation catalyst.
22 October 2015
Scientists have experimentally confirmed that black phosphorous nanoribbons have a strong in-plane anisotropy in thermal conductivity.
21 October 2015
A new tri-lab consortium in the US will aim to design new solid-state materials for storing hydrogen gas.
21 October 2015
Using a new concept for designing catalysts, scientists have developed a more effective platinum-based catalyst for fuel cells.
20 October 2015
Bimetallic catalysts don't always need a core-shell structure but can be produced by covering the core in distinct patches of metal.
19 October 2015
improving solar cells performance by cooling in sunlight
15 October 2015Laurie Donaldson
A newly-developed fabrication method can produce large perovskite solar cells with a 15% energy conversion efficiency.
14 October 2015
Scientists have discovered that the electronic properties of organic semiconductors differ where they interface with other materials.
13 October 2015
A unique and novel type of nanoribbon could enhance the efficiency of organic solar cells.
9 October 2015
A new polymeric fuel additive for jet engines can reduce the intensity of post-impact explosions.
8 October 2015
A new paper from the inventor of the dye sensitized solar cell suggests that inkjet printing may be the key to improving their performance.
8 October 2015Laurie Winkless
A speedy way to produce graphene aerogels for use in energy applications, catalysis and environmental clean-up could be one step closer....
7 October 2015Laurie Winkless
problem dendrites in batteries dealt with by heat
7 October 2015Laurie Donaldson
Optical invisibility cloaks could increase the efficiency of solar cells by guiding sunlight around objects that cast a shadow on the cells.
6 October 2015
A new electrode material could allow micro-supercapacitors to match the energy-storage ability of batteries.
6 October 2015
A new type of anode made from mushrooms could lead to lithium-ion batteries that increase capacity with repeated charging.
5 October 2015
1 October 2015Zara Preston
Materials Today now invites researchers to propose projects that fit within the scope of the Grand Challenge.
1 October 2015Baptiste Gault