Polymer gel dosimetry has emerged as a vital technique in modern radiotherapy by enabling three‐dimensional mapping of complex dose distributions. This technology relies on the radiation-induced ...

A recent article published in the Polymer Journal presented research on enhancing the mechanical properties of gel electrolytes and their application in lithium (Li) secondary batteries. The study ...

Polymer gels have emerged as a pivotal technology in the optimisation of oil recovery and water management, offering enhanced reservoir conformance control and improved fluid diversion. These ...

A new recipe, or design guidelines, for a self-strengthening muscle-like hydrogel has been developed through strategic integration of computational, information, and experimental research. The ...

A research team has succeeded in developing a non-flammable gel polymer electrolyte (GPE) that is set to revolutionize the safety of lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) by mitigating the risks of thermal ...

The method involves curing a gel electrode, made from a mixture of polyethylene oxide and lithium bis(trifluoromethanesulfonyl)imide, between two triboelectric ...

One of the most promising types of batteries being developed is the rechargeable aluminum battery (AlB). This is built using one of the most abundant, inexpensive and recyclable metals available today ...

Advances in materials science have led to the development of "smart materials," whose properties do not remain static but change in response to external stimuli. One such material is ...

As global energy demands surge and environmental concerns intensify, the quest for safe, high-performance, and sustainable energy storage devices has become urgent. Traditional liquid ...

From smartwatches, and fitness trackers to medical sensors that can be worn on the body, wearables are transforming the way we interact with technology. As their popularity grows, triboelectric ...