High-quality neutron scattering experiments require reliable sample preparation and comprehensive pre-characterisation. This contribution presents the current support laboratory infrastructure at the China Spallation Neutron Source (CSNS) and its role in enabling neutron user experiments in biological, chemical, and solid-state materials research.
CSNS operates five dedicated support...
High-quality neutron scattering experiments require robust sample preparation and prior in-depth characterisation. I will address some of the possibilities for advanced sample preparation and characterisation workflow at MLZ support laboratories prior to neutron and x-ray beamtime experiments which were made at ILL Grenoble, ISIS UK, ALBA Barcelona, ESRF Grenoble, and KWS-X JCNS. These...
Reversible uniaxial strain is a unique tuning knob for correlated electrons materials, offering directional lattice control to access and stabilise competing phases. We present the strain enabled workflow supported by the R53 Characterisation Lab and the UCL ISIS laboratory: in-house crystal growth, SXRD/bulk screening (MPMS/PPMS/Dynacool), Laue-based orientation, cutting/polishing, mounting...
The performance, safety, and stability of lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) can be enhanced through targeted optimisation of both the charge-storing electrode materials and the charge-transporting liquid electrolytes. While LIB research has primarily focused on the electrode subsystem, liquid electrolytes have received considerably less attention. When LIBs are cooled to study their performance at...
Hydrogen produced by water electrolysis is a key component of future low-carbon energy systems. Molybdenum disulfide (MoS₂) is a promising low-cost alternative to Pt catalysts for the hydrogen evolution reaction (HER), yet its performance is limited by incomplete understanding of hydrogen adsorption and transport. Here, we investigate hydrogen and water dynamics in MoS₂ systems prepared using...
Biomimetic catechol derivatives are promising building blocks for applications such as surface coatings and self-healing materials due to their strong adhesive properties. However, their broader applicability is limited by poor aqueous solubility. Here, we report the synthesis and characterization of copolymers based on acetonide-protected dopamine acrylamide (DAAM) and...