How nanoscale patterning can decrease metal fatigue, researchers demonstrate technique to fabricate safer and more compact batteries, and other materials stories that may be of interest for November 8, 2017.
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Taming ‘wild’ electrons in graphene, novel process facilitates production of high-voltage lithium-ion cathodes, and other materials stories that may be of interest for October 25, 2017.
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A research collaboration has resulted in a new desalination process, using carbon nanotube “straws” to filter out salt from seawater. It could prove to be the next step in getting clean water to underdeveloped countries.
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Rice University researchers have developed an environmentally friendly membrane distillation system that harnesses solar energy for purifying water. The technology could soon be scaled to provide clean water to remote locations, including areas that lack clean water.
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A once forgotten element holds promise for the future of electronics, mathematical model may accelerate design of high-power batteries, and other materials stories that may be of interest for April 28, 2017.
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