Grace Gu named ‘game-changing’ researcher in materials science
12/12/24 — Nature: She is recognized for using techniques such as machine learning to design composite materials
Materials science
In a twist
11/20/24 — Researchers have demonstrated the world’s first micromachine that can twist 2D materials at will.
New glues
11/20/24 — A new chemical strategy opens the door to high-performance, recyclable adhesives, including a superglue for fetal surgery.
Breakthrough in capturing ‘hot’ CO2 from industrial exhaust
11/18/24 — Engineering researchers co-author paper outlining metal-organic framework capable of capturing CO2 at extreme temperatures
New computer simulations help scientists advance energy-efficient microelectronics
09/13/24 — Berkeley Lab: EECS professor Sayeef Salahuddin part of team working to fast-track the development of ultra-low-power microelectronics
New recyclable adhesives can be easily adapted for medical, consumer and industrial applications
08/22/24 — Uses include surgical superglue that could be game-changer for fetal surgeries
World’s first micromachine twists 2D materials at will
08/21/24 — Device expands ways to manipulate low-dimensional quantum materials
New $150 million research center to develop sustainable model for materials production
08/14/24 — Partnership seeks to transform the way vital materials are produced, used and recycled
Kristin Persson receives DOE’s Distinguished Scientist Fellow Award
08/12/24 — Berkeley Lab: Award recognizes “pioneering advancements in data-driven materials design and discovery,” provides $1M in direct funding to support her research
Red light-powered device works day and night to convert CO₂ into useful chemicals
07/30/24 — College of Chemistry: Innovation could help reduce CO₂ emissions and produce valuable chemicals for a sustainable future
Going big with nano
05/31/24 — Scientists have devised a way to grow nanomaterials that are recyclable and large enough for industrial applications.
Grand designs
05/31/24 — An innovative design method leverages AI and additive manufacturing to create better-performing materials.
Berkeley’s ecosystem of innovation and entrepreneurship combats climate change
05/30/24 — UC Berkeley faculty are fast-tracking the development of new and creative climate solutions
Five engineering professors among 2024 Spark Award winners
05/22/24 — Bakar Fellows Program: Recipients embody the spirit of innovation and collaboration that defines UC Berkeley’s entrepreneurial ecosystem
Bakar ClimatEnginuity Hub: Berkeley’s new home for climate innovation
05/16/24 — New incubator on the west side of campus will provide resources and support to entrepreneurs in renewable energy and clean technology
Researchers achieve giant energy storage, power density on a microchip
05/06/24 — New generation of electrostatic capacitors could change the energy storage paradigm for microelectronics
Ramamoorthy Ramesh elected to National Academy of Sciences
05/02/24 — Materials scientist recognized for his distinguished and continuing contributions in original research
First high-res 3D nanoscale chemical imaging achieved with multimodal tomography
04/30/24 — University of Michigan: New approach could advance nanomaterials for electronics, clean energy, biomedicine and more
This alloy is kinky
04/22/24 — Berkeley Lab: Remarkable metal alloy won’t crack at extreme temperatures due to kinking, or bending, of crystals at the atomic level
How scientists are accelerating chemistry discoveries with automation
04/08/24 — Berkeley Lab: New statistical-modeling workflow, developed by MSE professor Kristin Persson’s group, may help advance drug discovery and synthetic chemistry