Xun Guan

Oct 23, 2024 | nature.com | Yuqi Li |Xun Guan |Guangxia Feng |Sang Cheol Kim |Rong Xu |Xin Xiao

AbstractTo meet the increasing lithium demands created by global electrification, a fast, flexible, inexpensive and sustainable mining process is needed, which is yet to be realized. Here we explore an untapped energy source that is inherent in all ion-separation processes to achieve spontaneous Li extraction with net energy production. The driving force comes from the huge concentration difference of counter ions (usually chloride) between the feeding and receiving solutions.

Apr 25, 2024 | nature.com | Xun Guan |Yongchao Xie |Chong Liu

AbstractHybrid systems that integrate synthetic materials with biological machinery offer opportunities for sustainable and efficient catalysis. However, the multidisciplinary and unique nature of the materials–biology interface requires researchers to draw insights from different fields.