NSLS-II Science Highlights
MeV-STEM Shows Promise in Advanced Imaging of Thicker Biological Samples
Imaging thicker samples with nanoscale resolution paves the way for new insights into biology and semiconductor research.
Studying Plasmonics in Graphene Cavities
Researchers observed surface plasmon polaritons (SPPs) in graphene cavities on a ruthenium chloride (RuCl3) substrate.
Studying the Chemistry of Sodium Metal Systems for Batteries
Sodium, which is cheap, abundant, and safer than other battery materials, could be key to developing next-gen batteries.
A New Route to Highly Complex, Stable Metal-Organic Frameworks
Compared to conventional synthesis methods that takes hours, researchers synthesize materials within milliseconds.
Understanding Superconductivity via Atomic Lattice Fluctuations
Researchers use X-rays to measure slow, subtle fluctuations of the lattice of a high-temperature (Tc) superconductor.
Scientists Tune Soft Material to Change Shape in Multiple Ways
Scientists program liquid crystal elastomers with the ability to change shape in multiple directions using only temperature shifts.
Studying the Effects of 'Microstrain' on Battery Materials
Researchers uncover insight into how structural defects form and affect the performance of two battery cathode materials.
Small-Molecule Binding and Sensing through AI-Driven Protein Design
Researchers used deep-learning tools to design proteins capable of binding and sensing diverse small molecules with high precision.
Insights into Preceramic Polymer-Based Inks for 3D Printing
Researchers explore a promising route to better feedstocks for 3D printing that could lead to better 3D-printed products.
Renewable Catalysts for the Reduction of CO to Methanol
The reduction of carbon monoxide to methanol was achieved using renewable organic hydride donors, ruthenium complexes, and light.
Optimizing "Dwell Time" for Higher Quality Optical Lenses
Researchers propose a way to optimize dwell time in the computer-controlled fabrication of high-end optical surfaces.
Spintronics in a 2D Intermetallic Material
Researchers found electrons coupled to magnetism in the 2D "intermetallic" cerium silicon iodide (CeSiI).
