X-ray diffraction (XRD) is a proven, powerful technique for determining the phase
composition, structure, and microstructural features of crystalline materials. The use of …

Materials and their interfaces are the core for the development of a large variety of fields,
including catalysis, energy storage and conversion. In this case, tip-enhanced Raman …

Correlation of lattice vibrational properties with local atomic configurations in materials is
essential for elucidating functionalities that involve phonon transport in solids. Recent …

Oxide solid electrolytes (OSEs) have the potential to achieve improved safety and energy
density for lithium-ion batteries, but their high grain-boundary (GB) resistance generally is a …

Abstract 2D transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs) exhibit remarkable properties that are
strongly influenced by their atomic structures, as well as by various types of defects and …

Nanoscale defects like grain boundaries (GBs) would introduce local phonon modes and
affect the bulk materials' thermal, electrical, optical, and mechanical properties. It is highly …

Precisely controlling the microstructure of supported metal catalysts and regulating metal‐
support interactions at the atomic level are essential for achieving highly efficient …

Molecular reaction coordinates are defined by the interplay of a number of orthogonal
nuclear coordinates and are inherently multidimensional for large molecules. Identifying …

Abstract Porous SiC ceramics (PSCs) are promising lightweight and efficient thermal
insulators that can evade infrared detection by reducing the surface temperature of the …

Batteries based on sulfur cathodes offer a promising energy storage solution due to their
potential for high performance, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability. However, commercial …