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Thursday, 11 January 2024

Innovative Graphene-Based Implantable Technology Paves the Way for High-Precision Therapeutic Applications

A study published today in 'Nature Nanotechnology' presents an innovative graphene-based neurotechnology with the potential for a transformative impact in neuroscience and medical applications. This research, spearheaded by the Catalan Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (ICN2) together with national and international partners, is currently being developed for therapeutic applications through the spin-off INBRAIN Neuroelectronics.

Wednesday, 10 January 2024

An ICN2 research and innovation project among 14 funded by the Barcelona City Council and 'la Caixa' Foundation

The winning projects of the 2023 call for proposals were officially announced today at an award ceremony. The selected projects, led by universities and research centres, will tackle difficult challenges such as community health, sustainability, and climate change. DIGITS, led by ICN2 senior researcher Dr Maria Soler, is one of the 14 projects selected for funding.

Tuesday, 09 January 2024

Multifunctional rare-earth materials à la carte: A novel synthesis approach

Researchers from various Spanish institutes, including the ICN2, have developed a novel synthesis technique for the generation of multi-metallic rare earth metal-organic frameworks (MTV RE MOFs). The pioneering approach used by the authors of this study, published in ‘Advanced Functional Materials’ and featured on its back cover, opens pathways for tailoring combinations of these ions to design materials with specific and diverse applications.

Friday, 05 January 2024

Carbon Valorisation: Cutting-Edge Microscopy Techniques Unveil Breakthrough in CO2 Hydrogenation Catalysts

Innovative characterization techniques were used for the first time to study with nanometric precision the interactions between catalysts and their supporting structures during CO2 hydrogenation. The results presented in a study published in Advanced Materials and authored by scientists from the University of Antwerp, ICN2 and IREC will allow the design of bespoke catalysts to enhance reactions that are crucial for CO2 conversion into green fuel.