The researchers verified that a LFMF promoted the inward absorption of iron ions and inhibited iron ion excretion, resulting in an elevated iron ion concentration within the cell. This, in turn, stimulated carotenoid synthesis by R. mucilaginosa.

In a paper published in National Science Review, a team of scientists have achieved precise control of molecular alignment in van der Waals epitaxy, enabling the growth of single-crystal Sb₂O₃ films. These films, used as gate dielectrics in MoS₂-based transistors, demonstrate ultra-low leakage current and near-ideal switching performance. This advancement opens pathways for scalable, high-crystallinity 2D molecular films, highlighting their potential in future electronics and optoelectronics applications.

The poor antioxidant performance of traditional electrolytes has limited the development of high-voltage potassium-ion batteries. Researchers have proposed a cosolvent electrolyte design strategy that overcomes the salt dissolution limitations through ion-dipole interactions, significantly enlarging the anion-rich solvation clusters. These large anion-rich solvation clusters help form a stable electrode-electrolyte interface, enhancing compatibility with high-voltage electrodes. This cosolvent electrolyte design opens new pathways for the development of high-voltage potassium-ion batteries.

A team led by Distinguished Professor Sang Yup Lee of the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering has succeeded in developing a microbial strain that efficiently produces pseudoaromatic polyester monomer to replace polyethylene terephthalate (PET) using systems metabolic engineering.

A Team of the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering has succeeded in developing a microbial strain that efficiently produces