a. Hierarchical networks of blood vessels in living organisms; b. Branched tube-based model inspired by the mammalian circulatory system; c. Schematic illustration of bioinspired hierarchical porous ...

Researchers have developed an ion-selective smart porous membrane that can respond to outer stimuli, potentially paving the way for new applications in molecular separation and sensing applications. A ...

The major problem holding back the development of lithium metal batteries, which could store as much as 10 times the energy of today's lithium-ion batteries, is the formation of needle-like structures ...

A new nano-membrane made out of the 'super material' graphene is extremely light and breathable. Not only can this open the door to a new generation of functional waterproof clothing, but also to ...

An inexpensive new porous membrane can quickly remove a broad spectrum of antibiotics from wastewater efficiently and without requiring a lot of energy (Matter 2022, DOI: 10.1016/j.matt.2022.09.021).

Scientists synthesize block copolymer membranes with pore sizes smaller than 3 nm — a feat considering that, previously, the smallest pore size made was around 15 nm. These nanoporous membranes, which ...