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High entropy synthesis paper published in JACS!
Jonathan Rowell and members of the Robinson Lab have pioneered a groundbreaking “backdoor” technique for creating high-entropy materials at significantly reduced temperatures. Traditionally, synthesizing these materials requires high temperatures, which can limit their practical applications due to energy costs and material degradation. The new method, developed by the Robinson Lab, circumvents these challenges by enabling the formation of high-entropy compounds through a novel, energy-efficient process. This advancement holds promise for revolutionizing materials science, paving the way for new applications in various industries, from aerospace to electronics. The report is published in the Journal of the American Chemical Society as a communication.
https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/jacs.4c04744