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Photocatalytic degradation of dye pollutants
A WO3–graphene photocatalyst has been developed that can efficiently degrade the dye Rhodamine B.
Film conservation: recycling material in layer-by-layer assembly
Layer-by-layer assembly (or LbL assembly for short) is a promising candidate for scaling up the production of thin films to meet industry needs.
Synthesize hydrocarbon fuel in one step
Researchers have proven that concentrated light, heat and high pressures can drive the one-step conversion of CO2 and water into liquid hydrocarbon fuels.
Green, biomineralization-inspired synthesis of a Li-Ion battery material
The biomineralization-inspired synthesis of a TiO2/reduced graphene oxide composite is developed for a high-performance Li-ion battery material.
Outstanding electrocatalytic activity from metal and nitrogen co-doped carbon nanoframeworks
Zhang’s group developed a new synthetic method for preparing M,N-C electrocatalysts.
Fixing Carbon Dioxide – Doing Something Fast and Economically Sensible
We all love CO2 – let’s do it, let’s fix CO2 fixation!
Light-induced color change in the sapphirinid copepods
The males of certain species of copepods, small marine crustaceans, produce some of the most spectacular colors in nature.
Direct insertion of nanowires into living algal cells
The direct insertion of nanowires into living algal cells using inkjet printing technology is demonstrated.
Bioleaching of Rare Earth Elements
The bioleaching of rare earth elements from monazite sand by fungal strains is more effective and environmentally friendly alternative to conventional chemical extraction approaches.
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