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First Light Achieves World First Fusion Result, Proving Unique New Target Technology

First Light Fusion (First Light), the University of Oxford fusion spin-out, today confirms it has achieved fusion. The UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) has independently validated the result.

From First Light Fusion Ltd 5 Apr 2022

New System Utilizes Renewable Electricity to Directly Convert Carbon Dioxide into Pure Formic Acid

Anthropogenic emissions of carbon dioxide bring a series of climatic and environmental problems including global warming. Artificially upcycling of carbon dioxide into value-added fuels and chemicals, powered by "green electricity" of renewable energy, provides an elegant route to close the anthropogenic carbon cycle.

4 Jan 2022

Palladium Nanoparticles Act as Reservoirs for Storing Hydrogen

An innovative approach could turn nanoparticles into simple reservoirs for storing hydrogen. The highly volatile gas is considered a promising energy carrier for the future, which could provide climate-friendly fuels for airplanes, ships and lorries, for example, as well as allowing climate-friendly steel and cement production – depending on how the hydrogen gas is generated.

28 Dec 2021

Toyota Showcases New Vehicles, Concepts and Technologies at Kenshiki European Forum

Toyota’s European Kenshiki forum this week reveals new electrified and performance models set for launch during the coming year and showcases the company’s research into advanced hydrogen technologies.

From Toyota 3 Dec 2021

Study Develops Novel Material for Use in Solid-State Batteries

In pursuit of batteries that deliver more power and operate more safely, researchers are working to replace the liquids commonly used in today's lithium ion batteries with solid materials.

22 Oct 2021

Study Highlights How Engineered Nanomaterials may Persist or Degrade in the Environment

A new study published today in the journal Environmental Science & Technology finds that exposing certain nanomaterials to light can influence their environmental transformation, fate and, ultimately, their toxicity.

2 Sep 2021

Nanosheets from Tamarind Shells Takes Form of Energy Source for Vehicles

Shells of tamarind, a tropical fruit consumed worldwide, are discarded during food production.

11 Aug 2021

No Excuse to Continue Reliance on Fossil Fuels, Says Leading Nano-Technologist

One of the leading thinkers in nano-science has called on the energy materials community to help finally put an end to the world's reliance on fossil fuels.

21 Jul 2021

Nokia Publishes Call to Action to Deliver an Ethical and Sustainable 5G Future

Nokia has outlined a vision of a 5G-enabled world that delivers economic prosperity, opportunity for all people and a healthier planet. The company has outlined its commitments but calls on individuals, business and government to work together to achieve the vision.

9 Oct 2020