New catalyst converts plant waste into high-value chemicals with nearly 100% efficiency
Scientists have developed a new way to turn plant waste into useful chemicals, bringing us one step closer to replacing some fossil fuel-based products...
Ancient diamonds uncover Earth’s hidden secret for preserving life’s essential element
Two unusual diamonds found deep inside the Earth are helping scientists answer a long-standing question about how our planet has remained suitable for life.
The...
Scientists create smart battery material that stops energy loss
Lithium-sulfur batteries have long been seen as one of the most promising technologies for the future of energy storage.
They could store much more energy...
Scientists create color-changing robot skin that can see and feel touch
Imagine a robot that can not only see the world but also "see" the feeling of touch.
Scientists have now developed a new material that...
Scientists turn old EV batteries into more powerful next-generation batteries
Electric vehicle (EV) batteries may have a much brighter future than simply being recycled into basic materials.
Researchers at the University of California San Diego...
Scientists discover simpler way to make rare silicon that could boost future batteries
Scientists have discovered a new and much simpler way to produce a rare form of silicon that could improve batteries and electronic devices while...
Why airplanes still limit carry-on batteries to 100 Wh
Many travelers carry smartphones, laptops, tablets, power banks, and other electronic devices when flying.
While these devices are convenient, the lithium-ion batteries inside them can...
New water-powered battery could power wearables—and even destroy sensitive devices
Scientists have developed a new type of battery that runs using moisture from the air instead of the liquid chemicals found in most batteries.
The...
New shape-shifting surface can feel, move, and respond to human touch
Imagine a screen that doesn't just show images but also changes its shape when you touch it.
Engineers at Rice University and Kyung Hee University...
Scientists create 3D-printed zinc battery that stores seven times more energy
As more countries use solar panels and wind turbines to generate electricity, finding better ways to store that energy has become increasingly important.
Researchers at...