Molecular Velcro coating boosts solar cell efficiency
28 January, 2026Researchers have developed a new coating layer that enhances the durability and efficiency of perovskite solar cells, using multivalent amidinium ligands.
Battery chemistry used to break down forever chemicals
28 January, 2026Scientists have found a new way to break down 'forever chemicals' — by borrowing chemistry from failing lithium-ion batteries.
Amping up battery insights in the tropics
14 January, 2026CSIRO researchers have collaborated with Malaysian authorities to examine how different battery chemistries perform and are managed as energy storage under tropical conditions.
Predictive AI model enhances solid-state battery design
12 December, 2025 by Edith Cowan UniversityECU researchers are working on ways to make solid-state batteries more reliable with the help of artificial intelligence and machine learning.
Soft robot uses magnetic fields to power itself autonomously
28 November, 2025Inspired by the movement of manta rays, researchers have developed a small, magnetically powered soft robot that can move and respond on its own.
Perovskite 'energy sandwich' could power next-gen solar
20 November, 2025Researchers have achieved a new level of control over the atomic structure of halide perovskites, which could help with the development of more powerful and durable devices.
Boosting performance of aqueous zinc–iodine batteries
19 November, 2025Engineers from the University of Adelaide have enhanced aqueous zinc–iodine batteries using ferrocene in the iodine cathode, cutting discharge and boosting energy density.
Creating the truck of tomorrow
05 November, 2025 by Mark Patrick, Director of Technical Content, EMEA, Mouser Electronics | Supplied by: Mouser ElectronicsExploring the technological innovations, infrastructure solutions and emerging delivery methods shaping the next generation of trucks, vans and autonomous logistics in Australia.
Acumentrics AHB1002 rugged 2U half-rack UPS system
05 November, 2025 | Supplied by: Metromatics Pty LtdThe rugged 2U half-rack UPS system is engineered to perform in a range of conditions, with dual AC/DC input for flexible deployment.
Sodium-ion battery breakthrough boosts energy storage
30 October, 2025Scientists have discovered that leaving water inside a key material, rather than removing it, improves the performance of sodium-ion batteries.
Setting a new standard for solar efficiency testing
23 October, 2025Researchers from Simon Fraser University have proposed a new framework to standardise testing of indoor photovoltaics.
Magnesium battery prototype operates at room temperature
14 October, 2025Researchers have developed a prototype rechargeable magnesium battery that demonstrates stable, reversible operation at room temperature, marking a step towards sustainable, large-scale energy storage solutions.
Aussie researchers claim efficiency record for solar cells
09 October, 2025 by The University of SydneyResearchers from the University of Sydney have achieved 27.06% efficiency with a new triple-junction perovskite solar cell.
Atom-thick filter boosts lithium–sulfur battery life
09 October, 2025 by University of Florida NewsResearchers have developed a graphene-based filter that blocks sulfur chains in lithium–sulfur batteries, keeping energy stable over 150 cycles.
Zinc electrolyte enables safe, sustainable energy storage
02 October, 2025Researchers from the University of Adelaide have developed a dual-salt electrolyte to advance aqueous zinc batteries (AZBs).
