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Antifungal Indole Derivatives: Design, Synthesis, Evaluations
1+ hour, 47+ min ago Research has consistently shown that indole derivatives are a treasure trove of biological activities, exhibiting a wide range of beneficial properties. These include antifungal, antibacterial, anticancer, antioxidant, antimalarial, antidiabetic, antitubercular, and anticholinesterase effects. The multifaceted roles of these compounds make…...
Engineering Microbes for Sustainable Microplastic Breakdown
2+ hour, 55+ min ago In recent years, the insidious threat of microplastics has garnered heightened attention within the scientific community and among environmental activists. These tiny fragments, measuring less than 5mm, infiltrate ecosystems, oceans, and even the food chain, posing significant risks to wildlife and…...
Cutting Electrolyte Reduction Boosts High-Energy Battery Performance
2+ day, 8+ hour ago In the relentless pursuit of more efficient and longer-lasting batteries, a groundbreaking study has emerged that challenges the conventional understanding of electrolyte interactions within high-energy battery systems. Traditionally, the remarkable performance of lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries has hinged on the formation…...
Corrosion-Free Zn/Br Flow Batteries with Multi-Electron Transfer
2+ day, 9+ hour ago In the relentless quest for sustainable and reliable energy storage solutions, flow batteries have emerged as one of the most promising contenders. These systems offer remarkable safety and scalability, key properties that are indispensable for integrating renewable energy into the…...
Bridging Fundamental Research and Applications in Lithium CO2 Batteries
2+ day, 10+ hour ago In a groundbreaking advancement that could redefine the landscape of energy storage, researchers have unveiled significant progress in lithium carbon dioxide (Li-CO2) batteries. This innovative technology not only promises higher energy densities but also reflects the urgent need for sustainable energy…...
Nanostructured LiMPO4 Cathodes: Synthesis and Properties
2+ day, 12+ hour ago Researchers are always on the lookout for innovative materials that can enhance the performance of lithium-ion batteries. A recent study led by Hameed and his colleagues introduces a new class of nanostructured cathode materials based on lithium metal phosphates, specifically…...
Quantifying PVC Thermal Mass: An Ongoing Challenge
2+ day, 14+ hour ago Understanding PVC's thermal mass is not merely an academic challenge but has practical implications in environmental monitoring, waste management, and recycling technologies. Accurate thermal quantification allows for better detection and characterization of PVC microplastics in ecological samples, a growing concern…...
Strain-Resistant Metasurface Shields Wearable Electronics
3+ day, 12+ hour ago In a groundbreaking advancement poised to revolutionize wearable technology, researchers have unveiled a novel strain-invariant, frequency-selective metasurface designed explicitly for electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding in wearable electronics. This innovative development addresses the persistent challenge of shielding sensitive electronic components from…...
Adaptive AI Revolutionizes Autonomous Material Discovery
3+ day, 15+ hour ago In the relentless pursuit of next-generation electronic materials, one of the most formidable challenges lies in the labyrinthine process of discovery'where designing, fabricating, testing, and analyzing new compounds unfolds in time-consuming, resource-intense sequences. This slow cadence bottlenecks innovation, especially in…...
Enhanced g-C3N4 via NiO for Efficient Pollutant Removal
4+ day, 10+ hour ago In the realm of photocatalytic materials, research is continually evolving, seeking improved processes for the degradation of organic pollutants. A significant advancement has emerged from the recent works of Manikandan, Sasikumar, and Seenivasan, whose investigations delve into the structural modifications…...