Optimizing the energy production of photovoltaic panels using artificial intelligence

Researchers have developed a method based on artificial intelligence techniques that consider the atmospheric variations when designing the solar cells to produce more energy.

Scientists squeeze catalysts inside host materials like a ship into a bottle

Scientists have found a way to place catalysts inside the tiniest pores of different host materials, a bit like when model ships are unfolded inside a bottle.

Breakthrough in air purification with a catalyst that works at room temperature

Turning ammonia into harmless substances using gold nanoparticles on a metal oxide framework.

Molecular modeling may accelerate the development of new organic materials for electronics

Scientists have developed a faster way of creating molecular models by using machine learning. The new models dramatically accelerate the screening of potential new organic materials for electronics and they could also be useful in other areas of materials science research.

Chemicals induce dipoles to damp plasmons

A study finds that molecules alter gold nanoparticles' electronic properties.

Optical tweezers combine with X-rays to enable analysis of crystals in liquids

Scientists have developed a new technique that combines the power of nanoscale 'tractor beams' with high-powered X-rays, enabling them to position and manipulate crystals in solution that are not in contact with substrates.

4D-printed materials can be stiff as wood or soft as sponge

Engineers' unique smart materials change shape as temperatures change.