Record power-conversion efficiency at Los Alamos from quantum-dot sensitized photovoltaics.

Drilling in Japan Trench by international scientific team finds unusually thin, slippery geological fault.

Looking for better materials for solar cells, LEDs, and other technology, one molecule at a time

Richard Martel and his research team at the Department of Chemistry of the Université de Montréal have discovered a method to improve detection of the infinitely small. Their discovery is presented in the November 24 online edition of the journal Nature Photonics.

CfA study finds tablets make perfect platform for 3-D simulations.

Institute for Molecular Engineering to help anchor Chicago’s effort to become high-tech hub.

A chemical system developed by researchers at the University of Illinois at Chicago can efficiently perform the first step in the process of creating syngas, gasoline and other energy-rich products out of carbon dioxide.

Hydrogen is a “green” fuel that burns cleanly and can generate electricity via fuel cells. One way to sustainably produce hydrogen is by splitting water molecules using the renewable power of sunlight, but scientists are still learning how to control and optimize this reaction with catalysts.

Science Update - A look at CfA discoveries in this month's journals.

University of Illinois researchers have developed a way to heal gaps in wires too small for even the world’s tiniest soldering iron.

Study shows why pollution results in larger, deeper and longer lasting storm clouds, leading to colder days and warmer nights.

The funds will help researchers develop a system that will produce large amounts of a state-of-the-art material made from carbon nanotubes.