Research Articles
Unlocking Nanocrystal Potential: How Molecular Handcuffs Revolutionize Material Science
Discover how host-guest chemistry solves nanocrystal solubility problems and enables advanced materials with tunable properties for photovoltaics, detectors and biomedical applications.
The Hidden World of Surface Chemistry: How Manganese's Changing Identity Shapes Your Battery's Life
Exploring how surface manganese valence impacts cycling performance and surface chemistry in Li- and Al-substituted spinel battery cathodes.
Sixty Years of Chemistry at CAS: How Scientific Information Shaped Modern Discovery
Explore how the Chemical Abstracts Service has transformed chemical research over six decades, from print indexes to AI-driven discovery platforms.
Harnessing Sunlight: How Synthetic Semiconductors Are Revolutionizing Chemical Production
Exploring how synthetic semiconductor photoelectrochemistry converts sunlight into chemical energy for sustainable production of hydrogen, chemicals, and environmental cleanup.
The Chemical Detective Kit: How a Drop of Liquid Can Unlock the Secrets of Matter
Discover the fascinating world of qualitative chemical analysis through spot tests - a visual and intuitive method for identifying elements and compounds.
The Hidden Molecular Architecture: How Sol-Gel Chemistry Revolutionizes Non-Oxide Materials
Explore how sol-gel chemistry is expanding beyond oxides to create advanced non-oxide materials with extraordinary properties for aerospace, energy, and biomedical applications.
Nature's Blueprints: How Living Systems Are Revolutionizing Materials Chemistry
Exploring how bioinspired materials, from mantis shrimp armor to lotus leaf surfaces, are transforming technology through nature's ingenious designs.
The Molecular Marriage: Supercharging Nature’s Tiny Machines with Gold
Discover how scientists are boosting artificial enzymes by fusing them with gold nanoparticles, where shape is the key to unlocking their superpowers.
The Power of Pores: Building a Better Supercapacitor, One Nanosphere at a Time
Discover how scientists are designing porous carbon nanospheres with atomic precision to create next-generation supercapacitors for ultra-fast energy storage.
The Ultimate Welcome Message: How a Single Neuron Says "Hello"
Discover how neurons communicate through synapses and the groundbreaking experiment that revealed the chemical language of our brains.