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Silicon quantum dots have long played second fiddle to their toxic counterparts, but a new synthesis method is changing the tune. By utilising a polymer route that avoids complex 'hot-injection' techniques, scientists have achieved record-breaking efficiency and stability, even sourcing materials from agricultural waste.
By Saitow
Scientists have built an innovative all-in-one device that uses invisible infrared light to split water and create hydrogen. Special particles in a film convert low-energy infrared into high-energy green light, which then activates a simple hematite (rust) catalyst to drive the clean fuel production.
By Méndez-Ramos, Menéndez-Velázquez, del-Castillo, Medina-Alayón, García-Delgado, Torres-García, Acosta-Mora, Borges, Mullins, Esparza
Researchers have synthesised a sustainable material from durian shell waste that effectively removes pollutants and pathogens from wastewater. By embedding silver nanoparticles into porous cellulose aerogels, the team created a reusable catalyst that degrades toxic chemicals and eliminates over 99.99% of harmful bacteria.
By Ho, Le, Do, Nguyen, Pham, Truong, Nguyen, Van Nguyen
Researchers have significantly improved the conversion of carbon dioxide into renewable fuel using a lead-free perovskite doped with cobalt. By applying an external magnetic field, the team exploited electron spin dynamics to extend the lifespan of energy carriers and drastically boost reaction efficiency.
By Wang, Xia, He, He, Zhang, Su, Chen, Fu, Siddique, Xie, Dai
Researchers have developed a new computational model to predict how drugs might damage bone health. By combining different methods of analysing molecular structures, this tool significantly outperforms previous technology in identifying potential risks during drug discovery.
By Pan, Yang, Wang, Han, Zhao