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Passivated Anode for Membrane Water Electrolyzers

1. Technology Overview The invention introduces a passivated anode for membrane water electrolyzers, designed to increase durability and performance by preventing unwanted oxidation of ionomers. The anode is coated with a thin layer of a porous ion-permeable oxide, such as HfO2, allowing the flow of hydroxide ions to the catalyst while preventing...

Published: 1/2/2026 | Inventor(s): Shannon Boettcher, Minkyoung Kwak, Grace Lindquist, Kasinat Ojha

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Category(s): Sustainability & Cleantechnologies, Materials Science, Engineering, Chemistry

Electrochemical Cell Designs for Producing Iron Metal from Oxide Powders and Salt Water

1. Technology Overview The invention presents an innovative electrochemical cell design for producing iron metal from iron oxide powders and salt water. This technology leverages low-cost and abundant raw materials to produce high-purity iron, while co-producing valuable byproducts such as chlorine and sodium hydroxide. The process is highly efficient,...

Published: 1/8/2026 | Inventor(s): Paul Kempler, Anastasiia Konovalova

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Category(s): Chemistry, Materials Science, Sustainability & Cleantechnologies, Engineering

Electrochemical Process for the Continuous Co-production of Iron and Chlorine Gas

1. Technology Overview The invention introduces an innovative electrochemical process for the continuous co-production of iron and chlorine gas, known as the "Chlor-Iron process." This technology leverages a low-temperature reactor powered by renewable electricity to produce iron metal and chlorine gas from iron ore and concentrated seawater....

Published: 1/8/2026 | Inventor(s): Paul Kempler

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Category(s): Chemistry, Materials Science, Engineering, Sustainability & Cleantechnologies

Polyfunctional Silica Material

1. Technology Overview The invention focuses on the recovery and collection of rare earth elements (REEs) from natural waters and geothermal brines using nanostructured sorbents. These sorbents are functionalized with ligands such as diphosphonic acid (DiPhos), propionamide phosphonic acid (PropPhos), and iminodiacetic acid (IDAA) to enhance their...

Published: 1/7/2026 | Inventor(s): Darren Johnson, Kara Nell, Jonathan Pittman, Wilaiwan Choyyok, Shane Addleman, Marvin Warner

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Category(s): Chemistry, Sustainability & Cleantechnologies, Materials Science

Anisotropic Poly(ethylene glycol)-Based Hydrogels Synthesized via Two-Stage Polymerization and Mechanical Alignment

1. Technology Overview The invention introduces synthetic poly(ethylene glycol)-based hydrogels with anisotropic polymer network topology, mimicking the structure of musculoskeletal tissues. These hydrogels are synthesized using a two-stage polymerization process, allowing for the application of mechanical force to impart anisotropy. The technology...

Published: 1/2/2026 | Inventor(s): Danielle Benoit, Tayler Hebner

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Category(s): Chemistry, Therapeutics

Anion Sensing with nanoMOF Electrodes

1. Technology Overview The invention introduces a novel method for selective anion sensing using chromium triazolate metal-organic framework (MOF) nanocrystals. These nanocrystals enable the detection of anion identity and concentration through voltammetric sweeping, offering high selectivity, sensitivity, and reusability. The technology leverages...

Published: 1/7/2026 | Inventor(s): Carl Brozek, Jiawei Huang

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Category(s): Chemistry, Diagnostics, Materials Science, Physical Science, Nanoscience & Microtechnologies

Small MOF Particles

1. Technology Overview The invention introduces nanoparticles of 1,2,3-triazolate metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) with varying metal ions, offering a scalable and cost-effective solution for creating high-quality thin films. These nanoparticles are synthesized using solution processing methods, allowing for the formation of small and/or monodisperse...

Published: 1/8/2026 | Inventor(s): Carl Brozek, Rebecca Marshall

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Category(s): Chemistry, Materials Science, Nanoscience & Microtechnologies

Use of Ultraviolet and Aluminum Nanoclusters to Form Water Repellents for Textiles

1. Technology Overview The invention introduces a novel methodology for creating water-repellent coatings on textiles using UV light and an aluminum precursor. This ultralow-temperature process forms aluminum oxide (Al2O3) coatings, offering a scalable and cost-effective solution for enhancing the durability and water resistance of textiles. The technology...

Published: 1/7/2026 | Inventor(s): Darren Johnson, Alex Rosen, Tawney Knecht, Jordan Levine

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Category(s): Chemistry, Engineering, Materials Science, Physical Science, Nanoscience & Microtechnologies, Sustainability & Cleantechnologies

Deterministic Quantum Emitter Formation in Hexagonal Boron Nitride via Controlled Edge Creation

1. Technology Overview The invention leverages a novel method for deterministic quantum emitter formation in hexagonal boron nitride (hBN) using focused ion beam (FIB) milling. This technique achieves a high yield of quantum emitters with exceptional stability and brightness, making it ideal for integration into hybrid optoelectromechanical devices....

Published: 1/7/2026 | Inventor(s): Benjamin Aleman

Keywords(s): Science

Category(s): Chemistry, Engineering, Imaging, Materials Science, Nanoscience & Microtechnologies, Communications, Physical Science

Bipolar Membrane Catalysis

University of Oregon Researchers are Producing Hydrogen via Membrane Water Electrolysis Using Earth Abundant Catalysts for Alkaline Exchange Membrane Electrolysis Catalyzing heterolytic water dissociation (WD), H2O→H++OH−, is practically important for accelerating electrocatalytic reactions that consume water and for fabricating bipolar-membrane...

Published: 7/28/2025 | Inventor(s): Shannon Boettcher, Sebastian Oener, Marc Foster

Keywords(s): Science

Category(s): Chemistry, Engineering, Materials Science, Nanoscience & Microtechnologies, Physical Science, Sustainability & Cleantechnologies

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