Yi Cui is harnessing the power of nanoscience to grow extremely small structures—which play a huge role in the clean energy transition In a wrestling match between a pygmy mouse lemur and a gorilla, intuition suggests the larger primate would win. The notion that size equals strength also finds resonance in science fiction, depicted in ..read more

In investments, the convergence of financial gains with positive societal impact has given rise to impact investing. This approach is gaining traction in nanotechnology, a sector with the potential to yield profits and tackle global challenges through groundbreaking innovations. Nanotechnology, involving manipulating matter at the nanoscale, opens up possibilities across diverse industries. Its applications, ranging ..read more

Researchers at Rice University, under the guidance of Professor Angel Martí, have made a significant breakthrough in the field of material science by developing a novel method to create high-purity boron nitride nanotubes. These nanotubes, cylindrical in shape and hollow, boast remarkable properties such as the ability to endure temperatures up to 900°C (approximately 1,652°F ..read more

A research group led by Prof. WANG Hui from the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science of the Chinese Academy of Sciences has introduced a metal-free nanozyme based on graphene quantum dots (GQDs) for highly efficient tumor chemo dynamic therapy (CDT). The study was published in Matter. GQDs represent a promising and cost-effective means of addressing the ..read more

A US start-up is now taking pre-orders for a plug-in hybrid passenger vehicle that runs using both a hydrogen fuel-cell and a battery, which it claims has a range of 700 miles (1,127km). Virginia-based Revo Zevo’s “model Energy” uses a battery as the primary power source, with the hydrogen fuel cell kicking in to power ..read more

University of Houston energy researchers suggest hydrogen fuel can potentially be a cost-competitive and environmentally friendly alternative to gasoline and diesel, and that supplying hydrogen for transportation in the greater Houston area can be profitable today. The research team is offering a white paper titled “Competitive Pricing of Hydrogen as an Economic Alternative to Gasoline and Diesel for ..read more

Carbon dioxide reaches a liquid state when compressed and it expands with a pop when released, and now the Italian startup Energy Dome is ready to harness the action for a new energy storage system that could provide far more storage at far less cost than conventional lithium-ion battery arrays. Energy Dome’s first project is ..read more

As energy demand continues to rise, research into new, efficient renewable and clean energy sources is an urgent priority. Currently, renewable energy sources like solar, wind, tide, and geothermal make up less than 40% of the current energy demand. Increasing this percentage and reducing the amount of fossil fuels used will require other, more efficient ..read more

Low-emissions strategy that could pay for itself helps scientists achieve high-yield hydrogen gas and high-value graphene. Climate change has made scientists seek renewable energy where it can be found. While manufacturing products out of waste is on the way to becoming a mainstream practice, producing hydrogen from waste is the first we’ve heard of. Recently ..read more

Argonne National Laboratory has pioneered a low-cost, cobalt-based catalyst that boosts efficient hydrogen extraction from water. This innovation is a key step towards achieving the DOE’s goal of significantly reducing green hydrogen production costs. A new catalyst reduces the expense associated with generating environmentally sustainable hydrogen from water. A plentiful supply of clean energy is ..read more