A diamond squeeze unlocks new abilities in perovskite materials
A group of scientists has discovered that squeezing a special type of perovskite—a promising material for future solar panels and LED lights—can dramatically improve...
A simple salt trick could make water-based batteries last 10 times longer
Researchers at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) have made an exciting discovery that could help make safer, cheaper, and longer-lasting batteries...
Scientists unlock faster charging for sodium batteries with new co-intercalation technique
A team of international researchers has discovered a surprising new way to speed up sodium-ion batteries, potentially making them faster to charge and more...
No more battery fires? Korean scientists solve lithium’s biggest problem
A team of researchers in South Korea has developed a new way to make lithium-metal batteries safer, longer-lasting, and closer to commercial use.
This innovation...
How cities could become giant batteries using EVs and hot water systems
A new study from The Australian National University (ANU) has found that electric vehicles (EVs) and electric hot water systems could help turn cities...
From bugs to batteries: Scientists create power with living cells
At Binghamton University, a team of researchers has developed a new kind of biobattery powered by bacteria—and a key breakthrough came from just downstairs.
Professor...
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 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...
Self-healing batteries could supercharge the future of electric cars
Imagine if electric car batteries could fix themselves when damaged and last twice as long.
That’s exactly what a group of EU researchers is working...
Scientists set new record for perovskite solar module efficiency
A new partnership between researchers at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and a Boston-area company, CubicPV, has set a U.S. record for perovskite...