Towards Artificial Photosynthesis for Solar Hydrogen Generation

nano-bio PEC electrode

Photosynthesis is considered the “Holy Grail” in the field of sustainable energy generation because it directly converts solar energy into storable fuel using nothing but water and carbon dioxide (CO2). Scientists have long tried to mimic the underlying natural processes and to optimize them for energy device applications such as photo-electrochemical cells (PEC), which use [...]

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The Making of “Transparent Glass Sponges”

transparent glass sponge

The properties of transparent glass sponges make them an ideal light source for photobioreactors for producing biofuels from algae.

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Nanowires Boost the Efficiency of Ultra Low Cost Stable Solar Cells

The surface of a nanostructured solar cell

A European research team has improved solar cell performance by 500% by using copper oxide and zinc oxide nanowire arrays.

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