nagoya institute of technology
Sodium May Replace Lithium In Rechargeable Batteries
Combining computational and experimental approaches, scientists in Japan have identified a compound that boosts sodium-ion battery performance.
Raspberry-Shaped Particles Detoxify Carbon Monoxide
Japanese researchers have created a ‘nano-raspberry’ to neutralize poisonous carbon monoxide.
Time-Lapse Observation Of Sensory Receptors In Living Skin
Using two-photon imaging, researchers in Japan have observed the activity of mechanoreceptors in the fingertips of live mice.
Clearing Radioactive Waste With Light Activated Pumps
In the presence of light, this molecular pump collects and stores cesium—particularly useful for cleaning up after nuclear disasters.
Changing Elements Boosts Battery Storage Capacity
Electrochemically inactive lithium oxides can be modified into high capacity electrodes for rechargeable batteries, study says.
Sterilization With Smaller, Safer Vacuum UV lamps
Scientists have invented the first solid-state vacuum UV lamp that promises smaller, safer and longer lasting UV lighting.
