A new study of the electrochemical capabilities of silicon clathrates has observed minimal structural and volume changes after the insertion of lithium.
Supersize single crystalline perovskite crystals
Scientists grow record-breaking two-inch size organolead halide perovskite crystals.
Game changer in dip coating: doing more with less
Researchers in France bring about a big-time improvement that makes dip coating simpler, better, and greener.
Tougher than tough: borate that expands under pressure
Scientists in China discover an unusual material that can expand, instead of shrinking, against external pressure.
Reduce wear with synergistic lubricant pair
Researchers reveal synergistic lubricating effects between phosphonium-alkylphosphate ionic liquids and a classic anti-wear additive.
Inkjet printing now in high-resolution 3D
Researchers in Korea transform electrohydrodynamic inkjet printing into a new 3D microfabrication technique.
From forms to functions: Unleash the potential of silk printing
A new silk ink formulation provides a “bottom-up” approach to customized multifunction biomaterials.
Molecular Doors: Adaptable Hydrogels
Recent advances in the design of adaptable hydrogels for cell-encapsulation, cell-culture, and cell-transplantation applications are reviewed.
Fiber optics goes biocompatible and implantable
Researchers turn hydrogels into biocompatible optical fibers that can be functionalized for medical applications beyond endoscopy.
Towards seamless bionic interfaces
New research solves two major problems in strechable electronics: poor adhesion and troublesome photopatterning.