Chemists solve persistent energy problem after four decades
Have you ever wondered how the gas in your car turns into energy?
Or how a hydrogen fuel cell works? It all comes down to...
These toxic metals linked to higher risk of heart disease
In a recent study, researchers find exposure to lead, copper, cadmium and arsenic is linked to a higher risk of cardiovascular disease and coronary...
Copper and graphite combo may produce better lithium-ion batteries
In a recent study, researchers from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Ames Laboratory discovered a first-of-its-kind copper and graphite combination.
The finding could have implications...
Scientists developed advanced high-energy sodium-ion batteries
The large consumption of non-renewable resources has pushed the current fossil-fuel-based economy to be at serious risk. One solution is to use renewable energy...
3D printed objects can remember their shapes
People use 3D printing (or additive manufacturing) to make 3D solid objects from a digital file. In an additive process, an object is created...
An effective way to recycle copper from complex electronic waste
Electronic waste, such as discarded mobile phones, computers, and tablets, contains a large number of precious metals including copper, zinc, gold, silver, etc.
Electronic waste...
Scientists develop a high-capacity and sustainable zinc battery for energy storage
As solar power and wind power become more important in the world electricity supply, people look for reliable and cheap ways to store energy.
Recently,...
A wearable second skin making you look young and healthy
Skin is an important organ that has multiple physiological and psychological functions.
It protects us from extreme temperatures, radiation, toxins, and mechanical insult while maintaining...