Platinum-graphene fuel cell catalysts show superior stability over bulk platinum
Films of platinum only two atoms thick supported by graphene could enable fuel cell catalysts with unprecedented catalytic activity and longevity, says new study.
Platinum...
Scientists create lightweight plastic 14 times stronger and 8 times lighter than steel
A new lightweight plastic that is 14 times stronger and eight times lighter (less dense) than steel may lead to next-generation military armor.
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This exotic crystal is fueling the quantum revolution
Scientists have discovered new properties in the chemical element bismuth that could prevent supercomputers from frying and enable the production of low power electronics.
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A “GPS” to guide the discovery of new materials
New materials can contribute potential solutions to many societal issues—from increasing access to clean drinking water to improving solar panel efficiency.
But figuring out how...
Scientists discover 43 new forms of carbon as hard as diamond
Superhard materials can slice, drill and polish other objects.
They also hold potential for creating scratch-resistant coatings that could help keep expensive equipment safe from...
This reactor turns carbon dioxide into pure liquid fuel
An electrocatalysis reactor recycles carbon dioxide to produce pure liquid fuel solutions using electricity.
The scientists behind the invention hope it will become an...
How much does a cloud weigh
Imagine 300 midsize cars floating above your head -- that's how much your average fluffy cloud weighs. So why doesn't it come crashing down...
Scientists make first nickel oxide material that shows superconductivity
Made with ‘Jenga chemistry,’ the discovery could help crack the mystery of how high-temperature superconductors work.
Scientists at the Department of Energy’s SLAC National Accelerator...
Here’s what would follow US-Russia nuclear war
If the United States and Russia waged an all-out nuclear war, much of the land in the Northern Hemisphere would be below freezing in...
You might not want to mix these 5 things with birth control
Many forms of birth control are hormone-based--but not everything mixes well with those hormones.
This week on Reactions, learn about some common products that could...