I am a huge admirer of Dr. Sabine Hossenfelder and her insightful reviews of science and global scientific activities. Recently, she published an excellent, well-researched video exploring the challenges of adopting hydrogen gas as a green energy source. Dr. Hossenfelder’s critical perspective is both valid and necessary for our community. Scientific hypes should always be … Continue reading “Hydrogen Hype is Dying”, by Sabine Hossenfelder
I am pleased to share the publication of our latest research paper, “The Catalytic Effect of Ni in Methane Pyrolysis Using Molten SnNi Alloys for Hydrogen Production”, featured at the prestigious International Journal of Hydrogen Energy. Our university is actively exploring innovative methods for hydrogen production to support the energy transition. Pyrometallurgical processes have shown … Continue reading Targeting the Energy Transition with Hydrogen Production via Pyrometallurgy
A friend at ORNL -- Dr. Nedim Cinbiz (cinbizmn@ornl.gov) -- is looking for a postdoctoral research to work with him at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory. A brief outline of the job posting is below!Start date as soon as possible! Overview from ORNL website: We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate who is willing to … Continue reading Job Opportunity! Post-doctoral position at the prestigious Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL)
In the coming weeks, humanity enters a pivotal chapter. History has shown us similar moments of uncertainty and extremes, and as scientists, we must prepare to navigate these challenges. In times of uncertanties, when the world seems to shift beneath our feet, the role of science becomes indispensable. Scientists are more than seekers of knowledge; … Continue reading The Call of Science: A Commitment to Humanity in Uncertain Times
Highlight from ACS Materials Letters to our recent paper! ❤ High-Performance Titanium Nitride Structural Coatings for Corrosion Protection of Aluminum-Based Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel CellsBy Felipe C. Silva, Matheus A. Tunes et al. @unileoben @usponline @udesc Read the paper 👉 https://t.co/vy6yeE2mSA pic.twitter.com/L6TmaixYgN— ACS Materials Letters (@ACSMatLett) December 2, 2024
We are excited to share that our research article reviewing the mechanisms of hydrogen embrittlement in metallurgy, along with the challenges of measuring hydrogen in action in materials at the nanoscale, has been featured on the Brazilian portal UOL in the Gizmodo “giz_br” subsection. You can read the full article here: UOL Gizmodo Article. UOL is one of … Continue reading Our Research on Hydrogen Embrittlement Featured on “UOL Gizmodo” portal
At the Chair of Nonferrous Metallurgy, the [X-MAT] team has had an extraordinary year, delivering transformative insights into materials science for extreme environments. From enabling portable power for space missions to improving sustainable energy solutions and advancing future fusion-based nuclear technologies, our work continues to push the boundaries of what materials can achieve. This retrospective … Continue reading 2024 Retrospective: Advancing Materials for Extreme Environments through X-MAT
The scientific magazine Nature has just released a very interesting list of 10 scientists that shaped the science in 2024. I enjoyed a lot, particularly by its diversity! The recognition Li Chunlai (China Academy of Sciences/China National Space Administration) received is really well-deserve: the first scientist to analyze samples retrieved for the first-time from the … Continue reading Ten people who helped shape science: the Nature’s 10 of 2024
We are thrilled to announce that our paper, “Limitations of hydrogen detection after 150 years of research on hydrogen embrittlement”, has been selected as one of the standout contributions in the Advanced Engineering Materials 2024 Virtual Issue. This special virtual collection, curated and selected by the Journal Editors, highlights some of the most exceptional research … Continue reading Our Paper Featured in the “Best of Advanced Engineering Materials 2024”
From Professor Stefano Curtarolo at Duke University! The group of Prof. Curtarolo at the Center for Extreme Materials at Duke University, USA has open postdoctoral positions in computational materials design. The group is at the forefront of the development of computational methods for the discovery of materials with technological ultra-high-temperature applications. More information about the … Continue reading JOB OPPORTUNITY: Postdoctoral openings at the Center for Extreme Materials – Duke University (Stefano Curtarolo’s group).
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