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Optimized Gamma-Prime Strengthened Austenitic TRIP Steel
NU 2016-058
INVENTORS
Gregory Olson*
Nicholas Wengrenovich
SHORT DESCRIPTION
This technology produces a gamma-prime strengthened austenitic TRIP steel that delivers a balance of high strength, ductility, and blast resistance for defense applications.
BACKGROUND
Military and defense sectors face a challenge in obtaining materials that can withstand...
Published: 11/14/2025
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Keywords(s): Materials
Category(s): Physical Sciences > Materials and Industrial Processes
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Air-Stable Organic Radicals for High-Density Data Storage
NU 2017-121
INVENTORS
James Stoddart* (Nobel laureate; Northwestern University, Weinberg College of Arts & Science, Department of Chemistry)
Zhichang Liu
Junling Sun
SHORT DESCRIPTION
For developers of high-density data storage, this [2]catenane system produces air-stable radicals with multiple accessible redox states, promising improved...
Published: 11/7/2025
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Keywords(s): Batteries, Data storage, Energy storage, Materials, Semiconductors & Integrated Circuits
Category(s): Physical Sciences > Materials and Industrial Processes, Physical Sciences > Engineering & Technology
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Dynamic Optical Filter with Visible Pleochroism for Advanced Display Technologies
NU 2011-081
INVENTORS
James Stoddart* (Nobel laureate; Northwestern University, Weinberg College of Arts & Science, Department of Chemistry)
Samuel Stupp*
Alok Suryavamsee Tayi
Alexander Shveyd
Chi Hau Sue
SHORT DESCRIPTION
This technology is an organic charge-transfer co-crystal that exhibits visible pleochroism. It offers a dynamic...
Published: 11/7/2025
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Keywords(s): Materials, MOFs
Category(s): Physical Sciences > Materials and Industrial Processes, Physical Sciences > Engineering & Technology
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Cryoprotective Hydrogels with Stabilizing and Tunable Properties
NU2025-166
INVENTORS
Songi Han*
Shiny Maity
Pravin Taware
Syeda Hasany
Karen Tsay
Maria-Jose Ferrer
Candice Crilly
Warren Kincaid
Lokeswara Potnuru
SHORT DESCRIPTION
This invention describes a novel hydrogel made from poly(vinyl alcohol) PVA and trehalose that protects biological materials against ice damage. It works by controlling the...
Published: 11/6/2025
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Category(s): Physical Sciences > Materials and Industrial Processes
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Chiral Redox-Active Isosceles Triangles for Enhanced Organic Lithium-Ion Batteries
NU 2016-043
INVENTORS
J. Fraser Stoddart (Nobel laureate; Northwestern University, Weinberg College of Arts & Science, Department of Chemistry)*
Siva Nalluri
Zhichang Liu
SHORT DESCRIPTION
This technology uses chiral, redox-active isosceles triangles as active materials for organic rechargeable lithium-ion batteries. It offers improved...
Published: 11/6/2025
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Keywords(s): Batteries, Energy storage, Lithium-ion, Materials
Category(s): Physical Sciences > Materials and Industrial Processes, Physical Sciences > Energy & Sustainability
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Video-Rate Infrared Focal Plane Array Based on Solution-Processed Black Phosphorus Films
NU 2025-012
INVENTORS
Hooman Mohseni*
Mark Hersam*
Simone Bianconi
Vinod Sangwan
SHORT DESCRIPTION
This innovation demonstrates a video-rate infrared focal plane array fabricated by integrating solution-processed black phosphorus films with modified CMOS read-out integrated circuits, enabling high-performance mid-infrared imaging.
BACKGROUND
Conventional...
Published: 11/6/2025
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Keywords(s): Nanomaterials, Nanotechnology
Category(s): Physical Sciences > Engineering & Technology, Physical Sciences > Materials and Industrial Processes
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Novel Catalysts based on Polyelemental Heterostructured Nanoparticles for Advanced Catalysis and Optical Applications
NU 2018-126
INVENTORS
Chad Mirkin*
Pengcheng Chen
SHORT DESCRIPTION
This technology streamlines nanoparticle design with a one‐pot synthesis that offers precise interface control. It targets catalysis and optical applications for chemical manufacturers and researchers.
BACKGROUND
Controlling phase boundaries in multi-phase nanomaterials remains...
Published: 11/6/2025
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Keywords(s): Materials, Nanomaterials
Category(s): Physical Sciences > Materials and Industrial Processes, Physical Sciences > Engineering & Technology
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High-Efficiency Synthesis of High-Index Facet Nanocatalysts for Fuel Cell Applications
NU 2018-121
INVENTORS
Chad Mirkin*
Haixin Lin
Liliang Huang
SHORT DESCRIPTION
For fuel cell applications, this method uses a ligand-free, solid-state synthesis technique to produce high-index facet catalysts with superior activity.
BACKGROUND
Conventional synthesis methods for nanocatalysts face several challenges. Conventional synthesis...
Published: 11/6/2025
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Keywords(s): Catalyst, Materials
Category(s): Physical Sciences > Materials and Industrial Processes, Physical Sciences > Engineering & Technology
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Flexible Piezoelectric and Antiferroelectric Haloimidazole Crystals for Next-Generation Electronic Devices
NU 2015-177
INVENTORS
J. Fraser Stoddart (Nobel laureate; Northwestern University, Weinberg College of Arts & Science, Department of Chemistry)*
Vinayak Dravid (Northwestern University, McCormick School of Engineering,Abraham Harris Professor of Materials Science and Engineering)*
Aleksandrs Prokofjevs
Daniel Ferris
Karl Alexander Hujsak
Magdalena...
Published: 11/6/2025
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Keywords(s): Materials
Category(s): Physical Sciences > Materials and Industrial Processes, Physical Sciences > Energy & Sustainability, Physical Sciences > Engineering & Technology
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Reprocessing Crosslinked Polyurethane with Green Catalysis Methods
NU 2022-155
INVENTORS
William Dichtel (Northwestern University, Weinberg College of Arts & Science, Department of Chemistry)*
Molly Sun
SHORT DESCRIPTION
This method reprocesses crosslinked polyester polyurethane using green zirconium-based catalysts. It lowers environmental and health risks while supporting various molding processes.
BACKGROUND
Conventional...
Published: 11/6/2025
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Category(s): Physical Sciences > Materials and Industrial Processes
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