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Scalable graphene membranes could supercharge carbon capture

Phys.org   -   Scientific News Websites

Capturing carbon dioxide (CO2) from industrial emissions is crucial in the fight against climate change. But current methods, like chemical absorption, are expensive and energy-intensive. Scientists have long eyed graphene—an atom-thin, ultra-stro...

Apr 11, 2025

Illuminating the twist: Light-driven inversion of supramolecular chirality

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Self-assembly or self-organization in molecular science refers to the phenomena where molecules spontaneously gather and form ordered structures, a unique property of materials used to develop optical and electronic materials.

Apr 11, 2025

Pt nano-catalyst with graphene pockets enhances fuel cell durability and efficiency

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The manufacturing and deployment of hybrid and electric vehicles is on the rise, contributing to ongoing efforts to decarbonize the transport industry. While cars and smaller vehicles can be powered using lithium batteries, electrifying heavy-duty...

Apr 11, 2025

A scalable graphene membrane for CO2 capture

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Scientists have developed a scalable method to produce porous graphene membranes that efficiently separate carbon dioxide. The breakthrough could significantly reduce the cost and footprint of carbon capture technology.

Apr 11, 2025

Precise light control reversibly switches supramolecular chirality

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Researchers demonstrate reversible switching of supramolecular chirality using light, enabling new design strategies for optical and electronic materials.

Apr 11, 2025

Upconversion nanoparticles enable ultra-high color reproduction in displays

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Researchers developed core@multi-shell upconversion nanoparticles that emit full-color light, enhancing color accuracy in advanced display technologies.

Apr 11, 2025

Novel photothermal material directly converts sunlight into heat with unprecedented efficiency

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Scientists developed a plasma-based process for the synthesis of photothermal materials for water purification, and desalination.

Apr 11, 2025

Van der Waals assembly enables residue-free 2D materials for device fabrication

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Polymer-free van der Waals method enables clean 2D material handling, boosting precision and reliability in nanoscale device fabrication.

Apr 11, 2025

Light that spirals like a nautilus shell

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Pushing the limits of structured light, physicists report a new type of optical vortex beam that not only twists as it travels but also changes in different parts at different rates to create unique patterns.

Apr 11, 2025

A fluid battery that can take any shape

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Using electrodes in a fluid form, researchers have developed a battery that can take any shape. This soft and conformable battery can be integrated into future technology in a completely new way.

Apr 11, 2025

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