Chemistry

‘Forever chemicals’ may raise risk of type 2 diabetes, new study finds

A new study led by researchers at Mount Sinai in New York has found that exposure to a group of man-made chemicals known as...

New solar cells capture sunlight from both sides for more power

A team of researchers in South Korea has developed an advanced solar cell that can absorb sunlight from both the front and back, boosting...

Scientists find a surprising power source in dirty water

Scientists at RMIT University have developed an exciting new way to make green hydrogen using contaminated wastewater—offering a sustainable solution to two global problems:...

Scientists triple hydrogen production efficiency with new ammonia catalyst

A team of scientists in South Korea has developed a new, more affordable way to produce hydrogen from ammonia—a breakthrough that could help speed...

Scientists develop greener, cheaper way to extract lithium from brine

A team of researchers at The Australian National University (ANU) has developed a simple and eco-friendly method to extract valuable materials like lithium from...

Electric weed control works as well as chemicals—without the chemicals

A new study from Western Australia has found that using electricity to kill weeds can be just as effective as using herbicides or mechanical...

Scientists find a cleaner way to recycle lithium-ion batteries

In a big step toward greener energy solutions, researchers at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) have developed a smarter and more eco-friendly way to recycle...

Scientists crack the code for humidity-proof solar cells

As the world shifts toward clean energy, solar panels are becoming more popular than ever. But there's a challenge many don’t see—high humidity, especially in...

Copper brings new life to sodium-ion batteries for a greener future

Sodium-ion batteries are gaining attention as a cheaper and more eco-friendly alternative to traditional lithium-ion batteries. Since sodium is the sixth most common element on...

Revolutionary battery design could make EVs safer and longer-lasting

As electric vehicles and renewable energy become more popular, the need for better lithium-ion batteries is growing fast. These batteries power everything from smartphones to...