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BYLINE: By Faith Kearns, PhD Newswise — Industries that need ultra-pure water — including semiconductor, battery, pharmaceutical, food and beverage companies — are expanding in Arizona. One of the most overlooked challenges for these businesses is what gets left behind in the pursuit of clean water: brine, the salty byproduct of processes like reverse osmosis….
Newswise — The use of electronics in various forms is on the rise, from wearable devices like smartwatches to implantable devices like body-implanted sensors, skin-worn smart patches, and disposable monitoring devices. These devices, which are inevitably discarded after use, contribute to the growing problem of electronic waste (e-waste), a significant environmental concern. The Korea Institute…
Newswise — A recent study published in Engineering presents a significant advancement in improving the toughness of polypropylene (PP), a widely used thermoplastic material. The research, led by Zhiyi Zhang and Qiang Zheng from Taiyuan University of Technology and Zhejiang University, focuses on developing a novel core–shell structured composite to enhance PP’s performance at low temperatures. PP…
Newswise — South Korean researchers have developed a technology that improves the lifespan of next-generation anode-free all-solid-state batteries (AFASSBs) by sevenfold using a cost-effective two-dimensional material. A collaborative team led by Dr. Ki-Seok An and Dr. Dong-Bum Seo of the Korea Research Institute of Chemical Technology (KRICT), along with Prof. Sangbaek Park’s group at Chungnam…
Newswise — Empa’s new methanation plant, move-MEGA, brings together central components of the energy transition: It produces methane from renewable hydrogen and CO₂, with a deliberate focus on increasing the load flexibility of the process – a crucial advantage for utilizing fluctuating renewable electricity sources. The innovative demonstration plant shows how renewable solar power can…
Newswise — A recent study published in Engineering has shed light on China’s strategies for achieving carbon neutrality in line with the Paris Agreement’s 2°C target. The research, conducted by a team of Chinese scientists, explores the country’s carbon peak and carbon-neutrality pathways, and assesses their potential impacts on future climate change. The Paris Agreement aims to…
Newswise — From powering electric vehicles to storing renewable energy, devices like fuel cells, metal–air batteries, and electrolyzers are cornerstones of a decarbonized future. Yet, the reactions that power these systems often suffer from sluggish kinetics and energy loss, especially when multiple electron transfers are involved. One quantum property—electron spin—has remained largely overlooked in catalyst…
Newswise — Environmental pressures are mounting globally. Air and water pollution claim millions of lives annually, biodiversity loss is accelerating, and climate tipping points loom ever closer. Yet one of the greatest challenges in tackling these crises is the lack of real-time, high-quality data to guide responsive policymaking. Traditional monitoring systems are often fragmented, slow,…
Newswise — A new review article published in Engineering offers a comprehensive look at vacuum glazing, a technology that shows great potential in enhancing energy efficiency in buildings. As buildings account for around 40% of society’s total energy consumption, improving the thermal performance of glazing is crucial for achieving low-carbon building goals. Vacuum glazing has gained attention…
BYLINE: Karina Valdes Newswise — Three University of Miami scholars were recognized for their research productivity by Academic Analytics (AA), a source of faculty research data and benchmarking engaged by top universities across the country. Pratim Biswas, professor in the Department of Chemical, Environmental, and Materials Engineering and dean of the College of Engineering; Antonio Nanni, professor in the Department…
