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Researchers have created controllable microalgae robots decorated with magnetic nanoparticles that can swim around and actively capture microplastics and nanoplastics from water with over 90% efficiency, offering a sustainable microrobotics solution for reducing plastic pollution.
Oct 25th, 2023
Researchers developed reusable titanium dioxide-based photocatalytic fibers decorated with gold nanoparticles, which showed exceptional ability in degrading water pollutants under UV light compared to commercial nanopowders. The innovation highlights the potential of rational fiber material design to improve efficiency and sustainability of photocatalysts for real-world water purification.
Oct 16th, 2023
Researchers use 3D printed mushroom-like structures to achieve unprecedented control over the speed, path and patterning of bouncing water droplets. This new surface offers advances in self-cleaning, water harvesting and green energy technologies.
Sep 25th, 2023
Researchers have developed sustainable hydrogels that capture carbon dioxide effectively from the air. These hydrogels work well in humid conditions and offer a low-energy, scalable solution for carbon capture technologies.
Aug 28th, 2023
Recent research has focused extensively on utilizing natural materials such as silk, wood, paper, plant fibers, and biomass for fabricating green electronics. These materials are abundant, low-cost, renewable, and biodegradable, making them an ideal alternative to conventional plastics.
Jul 17th, 2023
Research uses unique catalysts and clean energy to lower atmospheric CO2. A new type of graphene-based catalyst, employing machine learning and theory, shows optimal results.
Jul 11th, 2023
Combining innovative hydrogel technology and architectural design, these windows offer improved temperature regulation and significant energy savings - a major stride towards a greener future.
Jun 6th, 2023
Our society generates staggering amounts of waste in all areas of economic activities. Foremost among them, apart from energy waste, are the food and plastic sectors. However, both food and plastic wastes are potentially valuable sources of carbon. are working on upcycling of waste materials to high-value carbon by combining materials science and nanotechnology approaches to develop functional nanostructures for advanced energy storage, catalysis, water purification, and biosensor applications.
Feb 21st, 2023