This video from Cody’s Lab explains the heat treatment and purification of rhodium.
Rice researchers create novel metamaterial that can potentially revolutionize implantable, ingestible devices
A team led by Rice University’s Yong Lin Kong has developed a soft yet strong metamaterial capable of rapidly changing its size and shape through remote control, marking a major step forward for ingestible and implantable medical devices. Unlike natural materials, metamaterials derive their unique properties from their physical structure rather than chemical composition. Kong’s […]
US scientists bring quantum-level accuracy to molecular modeling, sharpen predictions
Researchers at the University of Michigan have developed a breakthrough method that brings quantum-level precision to molecular modeling, offering deeper insights into chemical reactions and material properties. This advancement addresses the quantum many-body problem—how electrons interact to form chemical bonds and influence electrical behavior—which traditionally requires immense computational power and is limited to small molecules. […]
AI-powered approach simplifies exploration of complex materials
Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory have introduced a powerful new method for investigating the atomic-level behavior of materials by combining Bayesian deep learning—a fusion of probability theory and neural networks—with advanced data analysis. This approach enables scientists to rapidly and accurately process complex datasets, allowing them to scan broader sample areas and identify regions […]
Breakthrough phason discovery in twisted 2D materials transforms quantum computing
Scientists have directly imaged a rare atomic vibration known as a phason—a phenomenon long theorized but never observed—within a twisted two-dimensional material called tungsten diselenide. These ultra-thin materials, just a few atoms thick, can be stacked in unusual configurations that produce entirely new physical behaviors. Using a cutting-edge technique called electron ptychography, researchers captured the […]