18-Feb-2025 New nanoscale technique unlocks quantum material secrets DOE/Argonne National Laboratory Peer-Reviewed Publication Using a novel surface-sensitive spectroscopy method, scientists explored atomic vibrations in crystalline material surfaces near interfaces. The findings illuminate quantum behaviors that play important roles computing and sensing technologies. Journal Science Advances
11-Feb-2025 From photons to protons: Argonne team makes breakthrough in high-energy particle detection DOE/Argonne National Laboratory Peer-Reviewed Publication Researchers at Argonne have discovered that superconducting nanowire photon detectors can also be used as highly accurate particle detectors, and they have found the optimal nanowire size for high detection efficiency. Journal Nuclear Instruments and Methods in Physics Research
13-Jan-2025 Unlocking the potential of lithium-sulfur batteries DOE/Argonne National Laboratory Peer-Reviewed Publication Argonne researchers have developed a new class of electrolyte additives for lithium-sulfur batteries, improving battery performance by suppressing the unwanted migration of polysulfide ions and reducing the uneven distribution and occurrence of chemical reactions within the system. Journal Joule
10-Dec-2024 Pioneering Argonne chemist Chris Johnson honored as National Academy of Inventors Fellow DOE/Argonne National Laboratory Grant and Award Announcement The National Academy of Inventors has named Argonne chemist Chris Johnson as a 2024 fellow. Johnson is known worldwide for his pioneering contributions to battery research that promotes the transition to a more sustainable and decarbonized future.
20-Nov-2024 Argonne plays critical role in assessing small modular reactor applications to rebuild a clean economy in post-war Ukraine DOE/Argonne National Laboratory Business Announcement Small modular reactors could play key role in rebuilding a clean economy in post-war Ukraine. Argonne scientists will assess the emerging technology in new research.