9-Apr-2026 Magnetic biochar nanocomposite rapidly removes antibiotic pollution from wastewater Biochar Editorial Office, Shenyang Agricultural University Antibiotic contamination in water is a growing global concern, threatening ecosystems and human health. Now, researchers have developed a novel biochar-based nanocomposite that can efficiently remove the widely used antibiotic tetracycline from wastewater using a combination of adsorption and light-driven degradation. Journal Biochar
9-Apr-2026 Rewetting peatlands plus biochar could turn major carbon sources into climate solutions Biochar Editorial Office, Shenyang Agricultural University A new study shows that combining water management with biochar application could transform drained agricultural peatlands from greenhouse gas emitters into powerful carbon sinks, offering a promising pathway for climate change mitigation. Journal Biochar
9-Apr-2026 Biomass-derived biochar catalyst offers low-cost alternative to platinum for clean energy technologies Biochar Editorial Office, Shenyang Agricultural University A new study reports a breakthrough in sustainable energy materials by transforming biomass into a high-performance catalyst that could replace expensive platinum in fuel cells and metal-air batteries. Journal Biochar
9-Apr-2026 Turning waste into a solution: Biochar shows promise for cleaning uranium-contaminated water and soil Biochar Editorial Office, Shenyang Agricultural University Uranium contamination is an urgent environmental challenge with serious implications for ecosystems and human health. A new review highlights how biochar, a carbon-rich material made from waste biomass, could offer a sustainable and cost-effective solution for removing uranium from polluted water and soil. Journal Biochar
9-Apr-2026 Laser-stepwise-induced graphene enables tunable electromagnetic shielding with remarkably low sheet resistance Tsinghua University Press Researchers from Wuhan University of Technology have developed a laser-stepwise-induced graphene (LSIG) method that significantly lowers sheet resistance to just 15 Ω sq-1. By combining focused and defocused laser pulses, this technique reduces structural defects and improves crystallinity in laser-induced graphene, enabling advanced applications in electromagnetic shielding and infrared stealth. Journal Nano Research
8-Apr-2026 Beyond fluorine: Scientists achieve world-record performance in eco-friendly graphene fuel cells Kumamoto University Researchers at Kumamoto University have achieved a world-record power density for eco-friendly graphene oxide fuel cells. By pioneering a new "interface engineering" technique using a targeted acid treatment, the team overcame long-standing resistance issues, creating a fluorine-free membrane that rivals the performance of commercial materials. This breakthrough offers a scalable, sustainable path toward high-power, carbon-neutral hydrogen energy. Journal Journal of Materials Chemistry A Funder Acquisition, Technology and Logistics Agency (ATLA), Japan Science and Technology Agency, Japan Society for the Promotion of Science
8-Apr-2026 Leveraging blockchain and AI for sustainable recycling and traceability in the vehicle industry Osaka Metropolitan University Osaka Metropolitan University researchers developed a blockchain and AI-integrated framework designed with the possibility to optimize vehicle components lifecycle management with recycling and tracing throughout the supply chain. Journal IEEE Transactions on Sustainable Computing
8-Apr-2026 Biochar-based catalyst enables efficient hydrogen production from biomass tar at low temperatures Biochar Editorial Office, Shenyang Agricultural University A new study demonstrates that biochar-supported catalysts can efficiently convert biomass tar into hydrogen-rich gas at significantly lower temperatures, offering a promising pathway toward cleaner and more sustainable energy systems. Journal Biochar
