chemistry

Taking Solid-State Batteries To The Next Level

Using complex hydrides, a research group in Japan has demonstrated the possibility of building high-energy-density all-solid-state batteries with capacity exceeding 2,500 Wh/kg.

Elastic Polymers That Spontaneously Heal Themselves

Scientists in Japan have found a method to produce a self-healing material that does not require external stimuli to trigger its healing properties.

When Two Semiconductors Are Better Than One

By combining two different semiconducting compounds, researchers have developed a catalyst that generates hydrogen fuel from nitrogen monoxide.

Making Flexible Screens That Won’t Crack

Researchers have developed transparent and flexible displays for electronic devices by controlling the distance and interaction between organic polymer chains.

Why Does Deadly Pufferfish Taste So Good?

Researchers in China have identified the key compounds responsible for the exotic taste of pufferfish.

Converting Methane Into Useful Chemicals

Researchers have created a catalyst that can convert methane into formaldehyde at more than twice the previous efficiency.

Write With Heat, Cool And Repeat

Chinese researchers have developed paper that can be written or drawn on using heat, then returned to a blank slate by cooling.

Observing The Dance Of Crystal Lattices

Scientists have used atomic force microscopy to observe the dynamic changes that occur on the surfaces of shape-shifting structures called porous coordination polymers.

Seven Thai Scientists Making An Impact With Their Research

Get to know these seven award-winning researchers from Thailand who are pushing the boundaries of chemistry, biomedical science and fundamental physics.