The application of organic materials to contemporary technological contexts has mushroomed in the last decade. Organic electronics, organic LEDs, organic photovoltaics have all developed commercially and scientifically during this time. The progress made has relied on accessing molecules with improved physical properties. Accordingly, progress is dependent upon the marriage of synthetic endeavour with physical assessment. The future growth of this area will offer exciting opportunities for synthetic chemists seeking new challenges and materials scientists seeking new synthetic solutions.
Researchers have developed nanofibers where energy can take advantage of quantum mechanics to move thousands of times faster than normal.
A novel machine-learning model utilizes the collective knowledge of the chemistry community to predict the oxidation state of complex materials.
New nanosheets for electronics, energy storage, and health and safety applications
Researchers have developed a lithium salt that melts at 45°C for use as an electrolyte in lithium-metal batteries.
New type of electrolyte extends the life of lithium metal batteries
A novel platinum-gold alloy, 100 times more durable than high-strength steel, is believed to be the most wear-resistant metal in the world.
A novel graphene-assembled film possesses higher thermal conductivity than graphite film, even though graphite consists of many layers of graphene.