Argon-ion based plasma processing increases the amount of electric charge that can be stored in graphene

Graphene for Energy Storage

X-Ray Analysis of Battery Aging
Structural damage in lithium-ion batteries analyzed

Recycled CDs Absorb Carbon Dioxide
Turning waste CDs and DVDs into activated carbon with excellent absorption properties

Two-photon Responsive MOF
Tailoring the properties of MOFs in three dimensions

An Outline for Molecular Edge Detection
Simple detection of edges of objects achieved by building pH sensors into paper-based small-molecular logic systems

Direct-Type Reaction Of Simple Amides
First highly enantioselective direct-type reaction of simple amides and use of a chiral macro crown ether in asymmetric catalysis

Best Piezoelectric Composites
Highest piezoelectric value of any polymer composite found for polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) carbon fullerene (C60) composites

How Chemicals Became Weapons
Looking at the dawn of chemical warfare 100 years ago and the controversial role of Fritz Haber

Safer and Greener Antifreeze
Food additive, propylene glycol, together with an additive could serve as a safer, more environmentally friendly antifreeze

Sweet and Healthy Chocolate
Cocoa pulp pre-conditioning by pod storage and roasting duration could make chocolate more healthful and sweeter