ceramics

Nature Communications, Published online: 04 May 2026; doi:10.1038/s41467-026-72536-z Cation migration plays a critical role in the evolution of perovskite electrodes but is not fully understood. Here, the authors combine theory and experiment to show that cation migration coupled with phase segregation forms a highly active nanocomposite electrode.

Scientific Reports, Published online: 04 May 2026; doi:10.1038/s41598-026-49264-x Effect of mineralogical composition on the compressive strength and microstructure of metakaolin geopolymer

Scientific Reports, Published online: 11 May 2026; doi:10.1038/s41598-026-51054-4 Effect of mullite microcrystal on phase change mechanism of anorthite-based ceramics at low temperatures using electrolytic manganese residue

A new ceramic engineering scholarship at Mines and two other U.S. universities aims to address workforce shortages and expand opportunities for prospective students in high-impact materials fields.

An incredible 2,200-year-old Roman shipwreck has revealed the "surprising" way ancient sailors managed to keep their vessels water-resistant while at sea. The wreck, called Ilovik-Paržine 1, sunk near the Croatian coastline, rests in Paržine Bay close to Ilovik Island, dating around the mid-second century BC. Scientists from France and Croatia examined the protective layers on the hull in a study…

A practical Cement and Concrete Research submission guide for cement and concrete materials researchers evaluating their work against the journal's mechanism and rigor bar.

Nature Communications, Published online: 25 April 2026; doi:10.1038/s41467-026-72335-6 The authors integrate morphotropic phase boundary engineering with high-entropy design in a quinary perovskite ceramic, which yields a piezoelectric coefficient of 580 pC/N and exceptional thermal stability, with performance retained up to 285 °C.

Nacre-inspired ceramics could be the basis for the next generation of energy-efficient technology

Scientific Reports, Published online: 25 April 2026; doi:10.1038/s41598-025-26075-0 Tuning of the band gap, structural, morphological, electrical, and magnetic properties of LaMn 1 − x Fe x O 3 for x = 0, 0.1, 0.2 and 0.3 manganite nanoparticles

Dolomite has been notoriously impossible to replicate in a lab because of recurring defects in mineral layers—but not anymore.

Researchers at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) have developed monolithic solid oxide fuel cells with 3D printed gyroid architectures made from 8YSZ, reporting power-to-weight ratios of about 1 W g⁻¹. According to the team, conventional planar SOFC architectures typically deliver around 0.2 W g⁻¹, making the new design roughly five times higher on that…

Ceramic materials are highly versatile and are used in numerous fields, including medicine, mechanical engineering, and electronics. To further improve them and specifically control and tune their properties, Empa researchers are not only taking a close look at the raw materials and manufacturing processes, but also at their microscopic structure. In an SNSF-funded research project, they are inve…

Electronic Phases in Crystalline Lanthanide Systems Debbas, Maximilien F. Crystalline lanthanide systems are known to realize a multitude of disparate electronic phases arising from lattices of localized f-electrons in the crystal. These phases include magnetic phenomena such as ferromagnetism and antiferromagnetism as well as nonmagnetic Fermi liquid phases such as heavy fermion systems. Lanthan…

Nature, Published online: 22 April 2026; doi:10.1038/s41586-026-10430-w Re–Co–Ta–B bulk metallic glasses have high strength, fracture toughness and thermal stability, combining traditionally exclusive properties of metals and ceramics.

Nature Communications, Published online: 22 April 2026; doi:10.1038/s41467-026-72274-2 The authors introduce controlled compositional heterogeneity to broaden polarization vector distributions while preserving the antiferroelectric modulation in PbZrO3-based ceramics. They reduce polarization hysteresis while maintaining high polarization strength.

Our study explores sustainable foam geopolymers using crushed stone sand (CSS) and flax fibers (FF), achieving 7.58 MPa strength, 25.4% porosity, and 66% lower CO₂ emissions. A breakthrough for green construction!

Our study reveals how ceramic waste powder (CWP) enhances slag-based geopolymers, improving strength (86 MPa), acid resistance (35% less degradation), and sustainability. This is a win for eco-friendly construction!

Explore how nanotechnology ceramic coating enhances durability. Advanced nano ceramic coatings provide superior resistance to stain and wear over time. More