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Controlling when a protective layer stops growing in lithium-ion batteries may be more beneficial than modifying its composition during formation.

Researchers map out a metabolic detour, engineering microbes to take the fast lane to producing citrus-scented limonene.

A new nanoscale laser uses optical origami to balance trapping and releasing light, paving the way for efficient integrated photonics.

A simplified model helps predict the liquid fraction of accidental low-carbon fuel leaks at maritime facilities, supporting safer handling and operational design.

Researchers uncover an unlikely culprit behind the mysterious underperformance of novel 2D semiconductors: oxygen.

A novel strategy reshapes single-atom catalysts to enhance their performance and efficiency in producing valuable pharmaceuticals and chemicals.

New insights on how tiny particles carry heat in nanoscale environments can lead to developing faster and cooler electronics.

Metasurface-based mirrors allow optical cavities to bend and trap light in new ways, improving sharpness and sensitivity.

Insights into the magnetic properties of a rare-earth element open up new possibilities for engineering energy-efficient magnetic technologies.

An enhanced photochemical formula could pave the way for on-demand reversible adhesives triggered by cheaper and safer light sources.

A serendipitous encounter led researchers to discover a new method for fabricating a key crystal for nanophotonics applications.

A new computer modelling approach lends a hand with designing lighter, sturdier aircraft components from next-generation composite materials.