Researchers have created a device that generates mechanical power at night by harnessing the natural…
Browsing: Energy
Energy is a fundamental concept in science, representing the capacity to do work or produce change. It exists in many forms—including kinetic, potential, thermal, chemical, and nuclear—and powers everything from the tiniest atomic interactions to the largest cosmic events. In physics and engineering, energy is conserved and transformed, while in fields like biology and environmental science, it’s essential for sustaining life and driving ecological systems. This page features the latest research on how energy is generated, transferred, stored, and harnessed—spanning innovations in renewable energy, cutting-edge materials, and the physics that underlie it all.
Scientists have designed a topological quantum battery that can charge efficiently without losing energy, using…
A new water-integrated droplet electricity generator produces high electrical output while floating on water surfaces.…
A team of researchers has explored how two-dimensional materials known as MXenes could revolutionize renewable…
The discovery could significantly reduce the production costs of fuels, chemicals, and materials. A research…
Researchers have discovered a method to surpass traditional thermodynamic limits in converting waste heat into…
Scientists have built the first rechargeable hydride ion battery. Hydride ions (H⁻) have drawn interest…
A new technique stabilizes a metastable form of sodium solid electrolyte, enabling all-solid-state sodium batteries…
Rising global energy demands are pushing the limits of solar technology. Scientists in Sweden have…
APL’s CHESS thin films nearly double refrigeration efficiency. The scalable materials could transform cooling and…
Monash scientists designed a fast, safe liquid battery for home solar. The system could outperform…
Swiss researchers have designed a plant-inspired molecule that mimics photosynthesis and can hold four electric…
Scientists in Korea and Japan have unveiled a remarkable “breathing” crystal that can repeatedly absorb…
Scientists used a nanoparticle “megalibrary” to uncover a low-cost, high-performing alternative to iridium, unlocking a…
Scientists are turning to a surprising new ally in the fight against climate change: digital…
AI-designed materials cool better than paint and save energy. Their uses span homes, clothes, and…
Developing next-generation energy storage technologies that can deliver both high power and high capacity at…
A dry-process zinc-iodine battery from Adelaide offers safer, longer-lasting energy storage with high capacity and…