Tomsk Scientific Center, Siberian Branch of Academy of Sciences was established in December 1978
Russian and international conferences are organized by Tomsk Scientific Center
The Tomsk Regional Center for Collective Use of TSC SB RAS is conducting atmospheric research, physical and chemical analysis, radio measurements, research in materials science, spectroscopy and oscillography
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The Research Department for Structural Macrokinetics of TSC SB RAS is measuring the content of oxygen, nitrogen and hydrogen in synthesized samples of nitrides, oxynitrides and steels on the LECO ONH836 analyser
9th International Congress on Energy Fluxes and Radiation Effects - EFRE-2024
Scientists at Tomsk Scientific Center SB RAS, in cooperation with colleagues from Beijing University of Technology, have calculated the optimal operating parameters for a cycloidal rotary engine. Using advanced numerical techniques, they pinpointed the most effective engine operation mode, maximizing efficiency with minimum of fuel consumption. These findings were published in the Energy journal.
In Novosibirsk, meetings of 11 United Scientific Councils of SB RAS took place. Anatoly Maznoy – Deputy Director for Science at Tomsk Scientific Center of SB RAS – spoke at the USC on physical sciences, presenting a report on the modification of powder and granular materials by applying a rare-earth metal (REM) coatings. This implementation-ready result was achieved through successful collaboration of several scientific divisions of the Tomsk Scientific Center.
The results of a comprehensive study conducted at Tomsk Scientific Center SB RAS showed mechanisms of the formation of the W–Zr surface alloys. Based on the obtained results, a scheme was proposed describing the formation of the surface alloys (SAs) upon low-energy high-current electron beam (LEHCEB) processing. The study was published in Vacuum.
Scientists from Tomsk State University, Tomsk Polytechnic University and Tomsk Scientific Center of Siberian Branch of Russian Academy of Sciences published a monograph “Materials with polyfunctional properties based on nanoparticles modified fibers” which presents an advanced technology for manufacturing nanofilters to purify liquid and gas media.
9-07-2024 Employees prefer human performance monitors over AI, study findsOrganizations using AI to monitor employees' behavior and productivity can expect them to complain more, be less productive and want to quit more - unless the technology can be framed as supporting their development, research finds.
9-07-2024 New extremely fast carbon storage technologyA new way to store carbon captured from the atmosphere works much faster than current methods without the harmful chemical accelerants they require.
8-07-2024 Hexagonal perovskite oxides: Electrolytes for next-generation protonic ceramic fuel cellsResearchers have identified hexagonal perovskite-related oxides as materials with exceptionally high proton conductivity and thermal stability. Their unique crystal structure and large number of oxygen vacancies enable full hydration and high proton diffusion, making these materials ideal candidates as electrolytes for next-generation protonic ceramic fuel cells that can operate at intermediate temperatures without degradation.
8-07-2024 Visualizing short-lived intermediate compounds produced during chemical reactionsImmobilizing small synthetic molecules inside protein crystals proves to be a promising avenue for studying intermediate compounds formed during chemical reactions, scientists report. By integrating this method with time-resolved serial femtosecond crystallography, they successfully visualized reaction dynamics and rapid structural changes occurring within reaction centers immobilized inside protein crystals. This innovative strategy holds significant potential for the intelligent design of drugs, catalysts, and functional materials.
5-07-2024 Ionic liquids: 'Don't shake it'Chemists have develop innovative ionic liquid synthesis and purification technology.
5-07-2024 Fresh wind blows from historical supernovaA mysterious remnant from a rare type of supernova recorded in 1181 has been explained for the first time. Two white dwarf stars collided, creating a temporary 'guest star,' now labeled supernova (SN) 1181, which was recorded in historical documents in Japan and elsewhere in Asia. However, after the star dimmed, its location and structure remained a mystery until a team pinpointed its location in 2021. Now, through computer modeling and observational analysis, researchers have recreated the structure of the remnant white dwarf, a rare occurrence, explaining its double shock formation. They also discovered that high-speed stellar winds may have started blowing from its surface within just the past 20-30 years. This finding improves our understanding of the diversity of supernova explosions, and highlights the benefits of interdisciplinary research, combining history with modern astronomy to enable new discoveries about our galaxy.
5-07-2024 Engineers find a way to protect microbes from extreme conditionsResearchers have now developed a new way to make microbes hardy enough to withstand extreme conditions such as heat and the manufacturing processes used to formulate the microbes into powders or pills for long-term storage.
5-07-2024 Innovative battery design: More energy and less environmental impactA new electrolyte design for lithium metal batteries could significantly boost the range of electric vehicles. Researchers have radically reduced the amount of environmentally harmful fluorine required to stabilize these batteries.
5-07-2024 A 2D device for quantum coolingEngineers have created a device that can efficiently convert heat into electrical voltage at temperatures lower than that of outer space. The innovation could help overcome a significant obstacle to the advancement of quantum computing technologies, which require extremely low temperatures to function optimally.
4-07-2024 New organic molecule shatters phosphorescence efficiency records and paves way for rare metal-free applicationsA team has discovered that the new organic molecule thienyl diketone exhibits high-efficiency phosphorescence, achieving a rate over ten times faster than traditional materials. This breakthrough provides new guidelines for developing rare metal-free organic phosphorescent materials, promising advancements in applications like organic EL displays, lighting, and cancer diagnostics.