Materials science

A new method for fabricating structures in optical devices improves their ability to capture and emit light, paving the way for advanced communication and sensor technologies.

Inspired by spider silk, researchers develop a new biocompatible wrapping film that can transform how medical implants interface with human tissues.

Anode-free magnesium batteries represent a potential next-generation energy storage solution, boasting superior energy density compared to lithium-based alternatives currently used.

A new approach to generating terahertz radiation offers a compact, tuneable and scalable solution for faster data transmission and improved imaging applications.

A breakthrough method for detecting mirror-image molecules with incredible sensitivity promises transformative applications in medicine and chemistry.

A common waste material from municipal incinerators shows potential as an effective catalyst to upcycle waste single-use plastics into valuable chemicals.

An innovative thin film coating that controls how much light is absorbed over a wide range of viewing angles can revolutionise optical technologies.

A groundbreaking method to incorporate copper into graphene-like coordination polymers (GCPs) can unlock exciting possibilities for electronics, energy storage and materials science.

Using 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.

Researchers developed a novel approach for ‘growing’ crystals to create miniaturised devices for optical technology applications.

A new fuel cell technology using novel nanoparticles promises a powerful and reliable alternative to commercial catalysts for fuel cells.

In a medicinal chemistry breakthrough, scientists develop a precise and efficient method of creating chiral sulfones for safe and effective medicines.