Squid could provide an eco-friendly alternative to plastics
Self-healing fabric, abrasion-resistant coatings, precision drug delivery and smart textiles are among the potential applications of squid 'ring tooth' protein.
Feb 21st, 2019
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Renewable energy generation with kites and drones
Researchers recently developed a new software aimed at the analysis of energy generation systems based on kites and drones. They used the software to study the behaviour of these systems while transforming the kinetic energy of the wind into useful electrical energy.
Feb 19th, 2019
Read moreUpcycling plastic bags into battery parts
Researchers have reported a new method to convert plastic bags into carbon chips that could be used as anodes for lithium-ion batteries.
Feb 13th, 2019
Read moreMoving artificial leaves out of the lab and into the air
Scientists have proposed a design solution that could bring artificial leaves out of the lab and into the environment.
Feb 12th, 2019
Read moreResearchers synthesize renewable oils for use in lubricants
Researchers report a strategy to create renewable lubricant base oils efficiently from non-food biomass and fatty acids, which are present in used vegetable oils and animal fat.
Feb 7th, 2019
Read moreMillions of tons of plastic waste could be turned into clean fuels, other products
A new chemical conversion process could transform the world's polyolefin waste, a form of plastic, into useful products, such as clean fuels and other items.
Feb 6th, 2019
Read moreNovel unusual sugar from cyanobacteria acts as natural herbicide
Researchers have discovered a natural substance that could compete with the controversial herbicide glyphosate: The newly discovered sugar molecule synthesized from cyanobacteria inhibits the growth of various microorganisms and plants but is harmless to humans and animals.
Feb 1st, 2019
Read moreEstimation of technology level required for low-cost renewable hydrogen production
First demonstration of economic feasibility of battery assistance for hydrogen production from intermittent renewable power generation.
Jan 31st, 2019
Read moreScientists turn carbon emissions into usable energy
A recent study has developed a system that produces electricity and hydrogen while eliminating carbon dioxide, which is the main contributor of global warming.
Jan 19th, 2019
Read moreClimate change: How could artificial photosynthesis contribute to limiting global warming?
Scientists calculate areas needed for forestation and artificial photosynthesis.
Jan 17th, 2019
Read moreTurning urban sewage into clean water thanks to 'electric' bacteria
Researchers have developed a full-scale application of an eco-friendly technology that treats sewage water with zero-energy costs.
Jan 15th, 2019
Read moreGetting green renewables into the grid
Today's clean, renewable energy is bringing power to millions with virtually no adverse environmental impact. An project is modelling the power sector and assessing different scenarios for the further integration of green renewables into the electrical grid.
Jan 15th, 2019
Read moreMore efficient energy harvesting with magnets
Scientists have developed a new magnetic generator to convert waste heat into electricity. A clever arrangement of the components has succeeded in improving the electrical yield by orders of magnitude.
Jan 9th, 2019
Read moreRare metals from e-waste
Researchers investigate what happens to e-waste containing resources such as neodymium, indium and gold.
Jan 8th, 2019
Read moreSeawater turns into freshwater through solar energy: A new low-cost technology
A new study promotes an innovative and low-cost technology to turn seawater into drinking water, thanks to the use of solar energy alone.
Jan 7th, 2019
Read moreGreen catalysts with Earth-abundant metals accelerate production of bio-based plastic
How crystalline structure can affect the performance of MnO2 catalysts.
Jan 7th, 2019
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