Materials science
Spinning threads from sutures to circuits
3 Jun 2024Inspired by spider silk, researchers develop a new biocompatible wrapping film that can transform how medical implants interface with human tissues.
Magnesium batteries charge ahead
28 May 2024Anode-free magnesium batteries represent a potential next-generation energy storage solution, boasting superior energy density compared to lithium-based alternatives currently used.
A quantum leap towards reshaping connectivity
8 May 2024A new approach to generating terahertz radiation offers a compact, tuneable and scalable solution for faster data transmission and improved imaging applications.
A sensor for mirrored molecules
6 May 2024A breakthrough method for detecting mirror-image molecules with incredible sensitivity promises transformative applications in medicine and chemistry.
Plastic and ash: from trash to treasure
30 Apr 2024A common waste material from municipal incinerators shows potential as an effective catalyst to upcycle waste single-use plastics into valuable chemicals.
Light benders shape tomorrow’s tech
26 Apr 2024An innovative thin film coating that controls how much light is absorbed over a wide range of viewing angles can revolutionise optical technologies.
Making graphene honeycombs with copper
22 Apr 2024A groundbreaking method to incorporate copper into graphene-like coordination polymers (GCPs) can unlock exciting possibilities for electronics, energy storage and materials science.
Alloy advancements defy traditional limits
19 Mar 2024Using an innovative approach, researchers discover how special metal blends remain exceptionally strong and flexible in extreme environments such as those in jet engines and nuclear reactors.
Growing polarisation control crystals
6 Mar 2024Researchers developed a novel approach for ‘growing’ crystals to create miniaturised devices for optical technology applications.
Nano catalysts ignite greener fuel cells
26 Feb 2024A new fuel cell technology using novel nanoparticles promises a powerful and reliable alternative to commercial catalysts for fuel cells.
Picking the perfect mirror image
29 Jan 2024In a medicinal chemistry breakthrough, scientists develop a precise and efficient method of creating chiral sulfones for safe and effective medicines.
Crystals catalyse a clean future
17 Jan 2024The structural order of multi-metal alloy catalysts influences their capacity to boost the efficiency of chemical reactions in renewable energy systems.