Spontaneous system follows rules of equilibrium

Discovery hints at general framework for non-equilibrium systems.

In the fast lane - conductive electrodes are key to fast-charging batteries

Researchers use mxene to push charging rate limits in energy storage.

Forget defrosting at a glacial pace: New research speeds process up tenfold

Using what he calls 'a very simple chemical recipe', a scientist has found a way to defrost surfaces 10 times faster than normal.

Harnessing hopping hydrogens for high-efficiency OLEDs

Researchers have demonstrated that a molecule that slightly changes its chemical structure before and after emission can achieve a high efficiency in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).

Nature-inspired material uses liquid reinforcement

Nanoengineers create liquid-solid composites using clues from nature.

How do you build a metal nanoparticle?

Novel theory explains how metal nanoparticles form.

Researchers revolutionize brain-computer interfaces using silicon electronics

In new DARPA project, researchers exploit the latest in silicon electronics to invent an implanted brain-interface device that could transform how artificial systems enhance brain functions.