Quasi-solid-state electrolytes, which integrate the safety characteristics of inorganic materials, the flexibility of polymers, and the high ionic conductivity of liquid electrolytes, represent a transitional solution for high-energy-density lithium batteries. However, the mechanisms by which inorganic fillers enhance multiphase interfacial conduction remain inadequately understood. In this work, we synthesized composite quasi-solid-state electrolytes with high inorganic content to investigate interfacial phenomena and achieve enhanced electrode interface stability. Li_1.3Al_0.3Ti_1.7(PO₄)₃ particles, through surface anion anchoring, improve Li⁺ transference numbers and facilitate partial dissociation of solvated Li⁺ structures, resulting in superior ion transport kinetics that achieve an ionic conductivity of 0.51 mS cm⁻¹ at room temperature. The high mass fraction of inorganic components additionally promotes the formation of more stable interfacial layers, enabling lithium-symmetric cells to operate without short-circuiting for 6000 h at 0.1 mA cm⁻². Furthermore, this system demonstrates exceptional stability in 5 V-class lithium metal full cells, maintaining 80.5% capacity retention over 200 cycles at 0.5C. These findings guide the role of inorganic interfaces in composite electrolytes and demonstrate their potential for advancing high-voltage lithium battery technology.

A groundbreaking data generation platform developed by researchers at RWTH Aachen University's Center for Ageing, Reliability and Lifetime Prediction of Electrochemical and Power Electronic Systems (CARL) promises to transform how battery faults are detected and diagnosed in electric vehicles, potentially saving manufacturers millions in testing costs while enhancing safety.

The shipping industry has long relied on fossil fuels, contributing significantly to global pollution. With stricter environmental regulations like the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) greenhouse gas reduction strategy, the shift toward electric ships powered by lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) is now unstoppable. These battery-powered vessels promise cleaner, more efficient maritime transport—but there’s a catch: the harsh marine environment poses unique challenges for battery performance and safety.

Recently, a team led by Professor Weifeng Zhang and Peng Ning from the College of Resources and Environmental Sciences at China Agricultural University proposed a sustainable production pathway to achieve an annual yield of 22.5 t·ha^–1 in the winter wheat-summer maize rotation system on the North China Plain, providing a scientific reference for solving this problem. The related paper has been published in Frontiers of Agricultural Science and Engineering (DOI: 10.15302/J-FASE-2025618).

Xusheng Meng and colleagues from Nanjing Agricultural University proposed a green, high-yield, and high-efficiency rice technology system in a review study, providing a solution to this problem. The related paper has been published in Frontiers of Agricultural Science and Engineering (DOI: 10.15302/J-FASE-2025636).

Recently, a research team led by Professor Zhaohui Wang from the College of Natural Resources and Environment at Northwest A&F University proposed a technical framework for green wheat production and a regionally adapted model, providing ideas to solve this problem. The related paper has been published in Frontiers of Agricultural Science and Engineering (DOI: 10.15302/J-FASE-2025606).

The use of hydrocarbon fuels in solid oxide fuel cell is hindered by anode incomplete reforming and carbon deposition. This study employs Ni_0.1Fe_0.1Ce_0.8O_2-δ (NFCO) as the anode reforming catalyst for tubular solid oxide fuel cell (T-SOFC) under low-concentration ethanol-CO₂ fuel. With the in-situ formed NiFe alloy, the T-SOFC with NFCO achieves peak power densities of 538, 614, and 608 mW·cm^-2 at 5 %, 10 %, and 15 % ethanol at 700℃, respectively, higher than the cell without NFCO. More importantly, no significant degradation is observed during long-term operation. DFT calculations confirm NiFe-CeO₂ heterostructure enhances H₂O adsorption, promotes fuel conversion, improves reforming efficiency and inhibits carbon deposition, aiding high-performance T-SOFC development.

A new systematic review and meta-analysis published in eGastroenterology reveals that eradication of Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) may increase the risk of reflux oesophagitis (RE) occurrence or recurrence. By analyzing data from 30 prospective cohort studies and randomized controlled trials, the study found a significantly higher RE risk in patients receiving H. pylori eradication therapy, especially with longer follow-up periods. Although geographic region, age, and baseline disease modified the effect, the trend was generally consistent. Clinicians are advised to consider individual patient profiles before initiating eradication therapy. These findings challenge existing assumptions about the uniformly beneficial role of H. pylori eradication.