"Revolutionary Copper-Infused Nanocrystals Amplify Infrared Light Conversion"

Researchers from Hokkaido University have developed tungstic acid nanocrystals doped with copper that can efficiently utilize the full spectrum of solar radiation, including infrared light. The copper-doped nanocrystals exhibited high light absorption across the spectrum and demonstrated characteristics such as photothermal heating and efficient water evaporation. The findings provide a framework for further research and the development of applications in all-solar energy utilization.