Atomic-level observations reveal exactly how low-cost fuel cell catalysts work

Direct atomic-level observations provide unique insights into efficiency potential of non-precious metals for automotive and other applications.

A dual-surface graphene electrode to split water into hydrogen and oxygen

Chemists have produced a catalyst based on laser-induced graphene that splits water into hydrogen on one side and oxygen on the other side. They said the inexpensive material may be a practical component in generating the hydrogen for use in future fuel cells.

Using angles to improve the future of electronics

Coherent commensurate electronic states at the interface between misoriented graphene layers.

Metal-free nanoparticle could expand MRI use, tumor detection

A new metal-free nanoparticle could help circumvent the health- and age-related barriers to MRIs, which physicians use to investigate or confirm a broad range of medical issues.

Spin dynamics of graphene explained through supercomputing

A new paper sheds light on previously-unexplained results observed in experiments to detect and quantify the spin Hall effect in graphene-based heterostructures.

From greenhouse gas to 3-D surface-microporous graphene

Tiny dents in the surface of graphene greatly enhances its potential as a supercapacitor. Even better, it can be made from carbon dioxide.