Various eutectic systems have been proposed and studied over the past few decades. Most
of the studies have focused on three typical types of eutectics: eutectic metals, eutectic salts …

Gallium is a metal that literally melts in your hand. It has low toxicity, near-zero vapor
pressure, and a viscosity similar to water. Despite possessing a surface tension larger than …

Hydrogels exhibit potential applications in smart wearable devices because of their
exceptional sensitivity to various external stimuli. However, their applications are limited by …

Core–shell nanostructures have received widespread attention because of their potential
usage in various technological and scientific fields. However, they still face significant …

Electromagnetic (EM) wave absorption materials have attracted considerable attention
because of EM wave pollution caused by the proliferation of electronic communication …

Liquid metal (LM) with high electrical conductivity, thermal conductivity, excellent
biocompatibility, and extraordinary fluidity has emerged as a promising class of functional …

Post-transition elements, together with zinc-group metals and their alloys belong to an
emerging class of materials with fascinating characteristics originating from their …

Fabrics are widely used in hospitals and many other settings for bedding, clothing, and face
masks; however, microbial pathogens can survive on surfaces for a long time, leading to …

Phase transition between liquid and solid is a ubiquitous phenomenon in nature and has
been used widely in scientific and industrial communities. Most metals have high melting …

To keep up with the fast-paced transitioning of the global energy sector, which is constantly
thriving to enable reliable, economic, and sustainable energy production, catalysis research …