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Scientists tackle high battery costs to make electric vehicles more affordable

As we try to use less oil and gas to help the environment, electric cars are becoming more popular. But there's a big problem: they...

Can you get electrocuted by an electric vehicle?

Electric cars, scooters and bikes are everywhere. Are they safe? A Northeastern expert breaks down the safety of EV and lithium-ion batteries when they encounter...

Scientists set new record with rollable solar cells

Australian scientists have made a giant leap forward in the world of renewable energy. Led by the CSIRO, Australia's national science agency, a team of...

Unlocking the secrets of plasma: A leap forward for fusion energy

When we talk about the different forms matter can take, we usually mention solids, liquids, and gases. But there's a fourth state, one that's...

Heat meets electricity: a new insight into battery chemistry

When we think about batteries, especially the kind that powers everything from our phones to electric cars, we usually focus on electrical stuff like...

Turning water into electricity: the power of evaporation

Most of us don't think twice about the process of evaporation, yet it plays a pivotal role in our planet's ecosystem and is responsible...

Scientists unveil a game-changing technique for faster, greener battery production

In the world of batteries, there's a big leap forward thanks to a team of scientists led by Professor Seok Ju Kang at UNIST...

Unlocking the power of quantum batteries

Imagine a future where charging your devices could be done quickly, efficiently, and without the hassle of cables or the worry of them wearing...

Lithium-ion batteries don’t work well in the cold. A battery researcher explains why

Rechargeable batteries are great for storing energy and powering electronics from smartphones to electric vehicles. In cold environments, however, they can be more difficult to...

Australia launches next-gen printed flexible solar cells into space

In a groundbreaking event on March 5th, Australia made a giant leap in space technology by launching advanced printed flexible solar cells into orbit. These...