How your ceiling lamp could charge everything
Imagine a world where your TV remote, wireless keyboard, home alarm, or smart sensors never need new batteries.
That future may be closer than you...
Simple microscope method could make lithium batteries safer and last longer
Scientists at the University of California San Diego have come up with a straightforward but powerful way to predict problems in lithium metal batteries,...
Scientists discover a cool way to supercharge solar panels
In hot climates, solar panels often suffer from a major problem—overheating.
While they rely on sunlight to generate electricity, too much heat can actually reduce...
Why solid-state batteries could change everything
A new type of battery is on the horizon that could make our phones charge in minutes, electric cars drive farther, and even help...
Could rubber power the future of flexible electronics?
Natural rubber, best known for making tires and gloves, could also become an eco-friendly ingredient in the next generation of flexible electronics.
These electronics—like smartwatches,...
Why clean energy can’t reach your EV—yet
Electric vehicles (EVs) are often seen as a key solution in the fight against climate change.
But a new study from Northwestern University warns that...
Scientists unlock the power of tin for next-gen solar panels
Perovskite solar cells have been making headlines in recent years for their promise as a low-cost, lightweight, and highly efficient alternative to traditional solar...
New study reveals how nasty weeds could light up our homes
A team of researchers from the University of Queensland has found a surprising new use for invasive weeds—turning them into clean-burning fuel.
The study, led...
Scientists turn ultrasound into a life-changing power source
Researchers in South Korea have developed a groundbreaking wireless charging technology that could make life much easier—and safer—for patients with implanted medical devices like...
Scientists use AI to discover safer, cheaper battery alternatives
A team of scientists from the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) has used artificial intelligence (AI) to speed up the search for new...