NSLS-II Science Highlights
Spintronics in a 2D Intermetallic Material
Researchers found electrons coupled to magnetism in the 2D "intermetallic" cerium silicon iodide (CeSiI).
Innovative Dual-Gradient Cathode Achieves High Voltage and Capacity
Researchers design ultrastable cathode for Li-ion batteries that mitigates strain and improves thermal stability under high voltage.
New Class of RAS Inhibitors Could Treat Many Cancers
Researchers describe the RAS(ON) multi-selective inhibitor RMC-7977, which targets the frequently mutated RAS oncogenes in tumors.
Studying Excitons in a Novel Magnetic Material
Researchers studied the nature and propagation of "excitons" in a van der Waals (vdW) magnetic material.
A New Link Between Biological & Inorganic Zinc in the Ocean Cycle
This new facet of the zinc ocean cycle spotlights the impact of inorganic zinc particles on biological productivity.
Decoding Imperfections in Hexagonal Boron Nitride for Quantum Applications
Scientists uncover an elementary excitation in hBN that triggers a range of harmonic electronic states correlated with SPEs.
Promethium Characterized for the First Time using Synchrotron X-rays
First synchrotron study of a promethium coordination complex filling the final gap in understanding lanthanide contraction.
An AI-Based Biomolecular Structure Prediction & Design Tool
Researchers developed a protein structure prediction & design tool, and experimentally validated its designs.
X-ray Imaging Technique Highly Sensitive to Trace Impurities in a Crystal
Scientists used X-rays to detect tiny clusters of gallium atoms implanted within a pure silicon crystal.
The Role of Positive-Ion Exchange in Arabidopsis
Researchers investigate positive-ion exchange in the cells of Arabidopsis, a weed studied due to similarities to more complex crops.
Sulfur Iodide Paves the Way for Cheaper, 'Healable' Vehicle Batteries
Scientists find that adding iodine to a solid-state lithium sulfur batteries improves conductivity and promotes self-repair.
Cesium-Based Additive Leads to More Stable Lithium Metal Batteries
Researchers used cesium nitrate (CsNO3) to stabilize the electrodes of lithium (Li) metal batteries.
