"Molecular docking" electrolytes improve lithium-ion batteries by making solvation and desolvation easier, using normally non-coordinating solvents
An in-depth look at a selected research article and its significance.

Tuning Solvent-Ion Interactions for Better Batteries

Paving the Way for New Solar Panels
How a new coating enhances efficiency and cuts costs for advanced silicon-perovskite solar cells

Antigen Delivery Controlled by Light
Insights into antigen translocation and antigen processing pathways via an on-demand release of antigens

Injectable Polymers Used for Severe Blood Loss
Low-volume resuscitant for prehospital treatment of severe hemorrhagic shock

Cross-Linking Graphene Nanolayers with Rotaxanes
Mechanical bonds used to develop a stretchable and tough graphene film

All-In-One Energy Generation, Water Treatment, and Metal Recovery
Solar-powered, electrolysis-based system

Metal-Free Electrocatalytic C2H4 Production from CO2
Metal-free organic framework (COF) for electrocatalytic production of ethylene from CO2

Hydrogel Polymerization Reaches New Depths
X-ray activation allows deep-tissue hydrogel formation

Ultralow-Concentration Electrolyte for Lithium-Ion Batteries
Alternative electrolyte for more economical and sustainable rechargeable batteries

A Rechargeable “Nanotorch”
Afterglow luminescent nanoprobe allows tracking of living cells over time