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New Computational Framework for Identifying Defects in Nanoscale Structures

In order to gain an in-depth knowledge of a highly complex system, normally we have to analyze its smallest constituents. For instance, for a better understanding of the universe, we look for faint waves or gravitational waves of light from the Big Bang. Moreover, to understand the very nature of matter, we fragment it up to the subatomic level and apply computer simulations to analyze particles such as gluons and quarks.

9 Jun 2017

Novel Molybdenum-Coated Catalyst Enables Efficient Production of Hydrogen

Researchers at KAUST are developing a novel molybdenum-coated catalyst capable of splitting water in acidic electrolytes in an efficient manner. This new catalyst could help with efficient production of hydrogen.

7 Jun 2017

Working Toward Optimizing Energy Consumption in Greenhouses

Greenhouses in New York are additionally entrusted to perform two conflicting roles, namely, to fulfill consumer demands for increased production of local vegetables and to drastically decrease overall energy consumption.

6 Jun 2017

Integrated Flywheel and Battery System can Respond to Growing Energy Demand

As part of a new project comprising of Engineers from the University of Sheffield, Schwungrad Energie, Adaptive Balancing Power and Freqcon, Europe’s largest and the UK’s first battery flywheel system will be connected to the UK and Irish grids to help respond to energy demand.

5 Jun 2017

'Instantly Rechargeable' Battery Technology Could Revolutionize Electric and Hybrid Automobiles

Purdue Researchers have developed a technology which could provide an “instantly rechargeable” technique that is safe, inexpensive and environmentally friendly for recharging hybrid and electric vehicle batteries via a quick and easy process akin to refueling a car at a gas station.

2 Jun 2017

EPFL Researchers Build Ultra-Stable Perovskite Solar Cell

EPFL Researchers have constructed an economical and ultra-stable perovskite solar cell that has been operating at 11.2% efficiency for more than a year, without loss in performance.

2 Jun 2017

Chemists Develop Self-Healing Catalyst for Hydrogen Production

The process of manufacturing hydrogen from water experiences chemically aggressive conditions, which wears out the catalysts that are used. Regenerating themselves would thus be practical.

29 May 2017

Perovskite-Based Solar Cells Could Deliver Increased Efficiency

A collaborative team of Researchers from Lund University in Sweden and from Fudan University in China have been successful in designing a new structural organization using the potential solar cell material perovskite.

24 May 2017

New Technique to Transform Manufacture of Molecular Hydrogen

The demand for development of renewable energy sources is growing as there is widespread concern regarding the energy crisis and the seriousness of environmental contamination. These renewable energy sources must be feasible alternatives to diminishing fossil fuels.

22 May 2017

Researchers Propose Optimal Constrained Self-Learning Battery for Smart Home Use

Smart batteries are a necessity for smart homes as current systems overuse power, which can reduce the life of batteries and the devices they power. However, future batteries may soon get an intelligence enhancement.

17 May 2017