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Overcoming Transport Layer Bottlenecks for Ion Parameter Quantification in Perovskite Solar Cells, New Method Proposed
arXiv (Materials Science) Unknown Overview A preprint by Shudi Jiao et al. on arXiv proposes a novel approach to overcome transport layer bottlenecks in quantifying ionic parameters from transient ion current measurements of perovskite s... -
ACS Publications Announces Durable Urchin-like Micro/Nanostructured Hydrophobic and Corrosion-Resistant Coating for Cultural Heritage Protection
ACS Publications USA Overview Research published in ACS Publications describes a fluorinated coating strategy that forms urchin-like micro/nanostructures on bronze surfaces, providing a durable hydrophobic barrier and long-term corrosion... -
Niron Magnetics Breaks Ground on Rare-Earth-Free Permanent Magnet Manufacturing Facility, Honda Invests for EV Systems Adoption
PR Newswire USA Overview Niron Magnetics, aiming to commercialize high-performance rare-earth-free permanent magnets, celebrated the steel raising of its manufacturing facility under construction in Sartell, Minnesota. Concurrently, Hond... -
Novel Multifunctional CeO₂/U66@MXene Nanofiller Dramatically Enhances UV and Corrosion Resistance of Epoxy Coatings
European Coatings / Scienmag Germany Overview Researchers have developed a hierarchical CeO₂/U66@MXene nanofiller which, when incorporated into epoxy coatings, significantly improves both UV aging resistance and long-term corrosion prote... -
MIT Develops Injectable ‘HITMAN’ Nanoantennas for Drug-Resistant Glioblastoma, Significantly Suppressing Tumor Growth
MIT Media Lab / Science Advances USA Overview Researchers at MIT Media Lab have developed 'HITMAN,' injectable nanoantennas that specifically target and kill drug-resistant glioblastoma cells. These magnetically activated nanoantennas ge... -
MIT Demonstrates Electrochemical Method for Efficiently Producing Pure Hydrogen from Ammonia
MIT News USA Overview Researchers at MIT have demonstrated a novel electrochemical approach for efficiently extracting pure hydrogen gas from hydrogen-carrying molecules like ammonia. This technology significantly reduces the temperature... -
PI Advanced Materials Awarded 2026 KPCA Industry Prize for World’s First 4µm Polyimide Film Mass Production Technology
PI Advanced Materials (an Arkema Affiliate) South Korea Overview PI Advanced Materials has received the 2026 KPCA Industry Award for developing the world's first mass production technology for 4µm ultra-thin polyimide film. This breakthr... -
Functional Materials Weekly Report September 6, 2026
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Meissner Raises $2.6M Pre-Seed to Build AI-Driven Discovery Engine for Next-Gen High-Temperature Superconductors
Dealroom News Canada Overview Toronto-based deep tech startup Meissner has raised $2.6 million in pre-seed financing to develop next-generation superconducting materials. The company is building an 'AI-driven discovery engine' that combi... -
EIB Invests €20 Million in Tensive’s Bioresorbable Scaffold for Breast Reconstruction
Tensive S.r.l. Italy Overview Tensive S.r.l., a clinical-stage biomaterials medical device company, has secured a convertible loan of up to €20 million from the European Investment Bank (EIB). This financing will accelerate the developme...
