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Source link Inorganic chemistry has emerged as one of the most important sub-disciplines of chemistry, with advances that impact the fields of medicine, engineering, materials science, and other sciences. The recent news and developments in inorganic chemistry range from innovations in battery technology to new insights into the periodic table.
This week, ScienceDaily highlights some of the latest news and breakthroughs in inorganic chemistry. First among them is the breakthrough discovery of a new type of lithium ion battery that could revolutionize electric vehicle design. Researchers from Harvard University and the University of Massachusetts Amherst have developed a sulfidebased battery that is even more powerful than current lithium-ion batteries. This new technology could lead to lighter and more efficient electric car designs, as well as more affordable battery packs for electric bikes and other types of vehicle.
Another notable development in inorganic chemistry came from researchers at the University of Manchester in the UK. The team led by Professor Andrew Aplin has uncovered a new electron configuration on the periodic table. This new electron configuration could potentially redefine how elements in groups 1 and 2 are classified. The research opens the door to novel electronic materials and potentially new forms of computing.
Finally, researchers from Tohoku University in Japan have developed a new type of scaffold material for use in chemical synthesis. The highly porous material is made up of metal-organic frameworks (MOF) and has potential applications for drug delivery and catalytic catalysis.
The research described here is only a sampling of the exciting developments in inorganic chemistry happening around the world. As the field continues to advance, these news stories are likely to become more frequent and more notable.
