New approach to room-temperature materials synthesis: Low cost, simple, and controlled composition

Templates allow for materials with deliberate sizes and shapes for solar cells and electricity generation from waste heat.

Simple preparation for affordable solar energy storage

Inexpensive method allows synthesis of a tiny solar cell that pumps out fuel.

Computer model fills fundamental knowledge gaps of perovskites

The neglect of fundamental research into perovskites in favor of close focus on its solar applications has left holes in basic knowledge about the material itself.

Can we beat Mother Nature at materials design?

Scientists review how we are matching - or exceeding - nature's ability to make strong, tough lightweight structural materials.

Charging ahead with nanowire magnesium batteries

Tired of running out of charge on your smartphone? The hunt is on for a longer-lasting battery.

Data storage - staying on track

A combination of advanced signal processing and magnetic layer stacking promises to increase hard drive capacity and reliability.

Understanding the properties of high-tech gels used in 3D printing

Gels made up of nanoparticles hold together due to their electrostatic interactions and collapse with agitation.