In a groundbreaking advancement that merges materials science and energy technology, an international team of scientists from South Korea and Japan has unveiled a novel crystal capable of “breathing” oxygen. This exceptional property, marked by the crystal’s ability to reversibly release and absorb oxygen at relatively low temperatures, opens promising avenues in the development of next-generation clean energy devices, novel electronic components, and adaptive thermal technologies. Unlike previous materials that demand harsh conditions or degrade swiftly, this newly synthesized crystal maintains structural stability through repeated oxygen cycling, signaling a paradigm shift in smart material design.
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Selective reduction in epitaxial SrFe0.5Co0.5O2.5 and its reversibility