Self-restructuring platinum ternary nanoalloys for durable low temperature exhaust oxidation
This invention introduces self-restructuring platinum-based ternary nanoalloy catalysts that maintain high oxidation activity after hydrothermal aging. By alloying Pt with two transition metals, the catalyst delivers durable low-temperature exhaust oxidation with reduced precious metal use, supporting efficient CO, hydrocarbon, and NO oxidation for...
Published: 11/12/2025
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Inventor(s): Chuan Jian Zhong, Shiyao Shan, Shan Wang
Keywords(s): Technologies
Category(s): Campus > Binghamton University
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Room-Temperature Silver-Copper Nanoalloy Inks for Low-Cost Flexible Electronics
This invention introduces silver-copper (AgCu) nanoalloy inks and pastes that sinter at room temperature, enabling low-cost, flexible, and energy-efficient printed electronics. The formulation maintains high conductivity, resists oxidation, and can be printed on heat-sensitive substrates like paper, polymers, and textiles without external heating, supporting...
Published: 3/19/2026
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Inventor(s): Chuan Jian Zhong, Richard Robinson, Shan Wang, Shan Yan, Guojun Shang
Keywords(s): Technologies
Category(s): Campus > Binghamton University
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Portable Wireless VOC Analyzer for Health and Environmental Monitoring
This invention presents a compact, wireless air sampling system that detects volatile organic compounds (VOCs) using nanostructured gold nanoparticle sensor arrays. Integrating low-power electronics, environmental compensation, and onboard machine learning, it enables real-time, remote VOC analysis for environmental and health diagnostics, with applications...
Published: 11/12/2025
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Inventor(s): Chuan Jian Zhong
Keywords(s): Technologies
Category(s): Campus > Binghamton University
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Breakthrough Silver-Based Catalyst Delivers Platinum-Level Performance for Hydrogen Generation - Without the Platinum Price Tag
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Breakthrough Silver-Based Catalyst Delivers Platinum-Level Performance for Hydrogen Generation – Without the Platinum Price Tag
This invention introduces a cost-effective, nano-engineered silver catalyst that achieves platinum-level hydrogen evolution performance in acidic media, with ~40× lower material cost and scalable synthesis....
Published: 11/12/2025
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Inventor(s): Chuan Jian Zhong, Shan Wang
Keywords(s): Technologies
Category(s): Campus > Binghamton University
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Smarter Catalyst Design: Low Platinum-Alloy Nanoparticles Make Fuel Cells Cheaper and More Powerful
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Smarter Catalyst Design: Low Platinum-Alloy Nanoparticles Make Fuel Cells Cheaper and More Powerful
This invention introduces a refined process to produce platinum alloy catalysts with higher performance and durability for fuel cells by using inert/reducing gas treatment and sequential annealing to boost activity, stability, and cost-effectiveness....
Published: 1/5/2026
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Inventor(s): Chuan Jian Zhong, Jin Luo, Peter Njoki, Bridgid Wanjala, Rameshinori Loukrakparm
Keywords(s): #SUNYresearch, CleanTech, Technologies
Category(s): Technology Classifications > Nanotechnology, Technology Classifications > Clean Energy, Campus > Binghamton University
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Controlled-Size PtCo Nanoparticle Catalysts for High-Performance PEM Fuel Cells
A tunable, two-mode synthesis method produces highly uniform PtCo nanoparticles across a broad size range, enabling precise control of catalytic properties for next-generation fuel cells. By optimizing composition, size, and monodispersity, the technology delivers higher activity, greater durability, and reduced platinum usage for improved PEM fuel...
Published: 4/27/2026
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Inventor(s): Chuan Jian Zhong, Jin Luo, Zhichuan Xu, Ting He
Keywords(s): #SUNYresearch, CleanTech, Technologies
Category(s): Technology Classifications > Clean Energy, Technology Classifications > Nanotechnology, Campus > Binghamton University
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Room-Temperature Sinterable Copper-Gold Alloy Nanoparticle Inks
Highly stable, Room-Temperature Sinterable Copper-Gold Alloy Nanoparticle ink technology for high-performance electronics
Technology Overview:
This new technology features a new copper-gold (CuAu) alloy nanoparticle ink technology in which the CuAu alloy nanoparticle ink can be printed on a substrate and become electrically conductive at room...
Published: 2/13/2026
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Inventor(s): Chuan Jian Zhong, Shiyao Shan, Jin Luo
Keywords(s): #SUNYresearch, Technologies
Category(s): Technology Classifications > Electronics, Campus > Binghamton University
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Room-Temperature Copper Alloy Ink for Flexible and Wearable Electronics
This invention presents an air stable copper alloy conductive ink that can be printed and sintered at or near room temperature while achieving high conductivity. Its oxidation resistant alloy design and compatibility with heat sensitive substrates enable low cost, flexible, and sustainable electronic manufacturing for wearable devices and printed circuits.
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Published: 11/14/2025
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Inventor(s): Chuan Jian Zhong, Shan Yan, Ning He
Keywords(s): #SUNYresearch, CleanTech, Technologies, XCEED
Category(s): Technology Classifications > Clean Energy, Technology Classifications > Electronics, Campus > Binghamton University
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A Nanocomposite Scaffold Consisting of Functionalized Gold Nanoparticles and Nanofibrous Membranes for Fabrication of Flexible Sensors
This invention introduces a flexible, multi-layer nanocomposite membrane that solves common problems with current wearable sensors, which often struggle to be both sensitive and comfortable to wear. By combining functionalized gold nanoparticles with a fibrous scaffold, it enables low-cost, real-time detection of humidity, ions, and biomolecules while...
Published: 4/28/2026
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Inventor(s): Chuan Jian Zhong, Mark Poliks, Benjamin Hsiao
Keywords(s): #SUNYresearch, Technologies
Category(s): Technology Classifications > Nanotechnology, Campus > Binghamton University
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New Method for Fabricating Monodispersed Fe-oxide@au Nanoparticles in the Range of 5-100nm
This technology creates a new type of nanoparticle that solves common problems with existing particles, which are usually very small and have weak magnetic control. By packing multiple magnetic cores inside a single gold or silver shell, it produces particles with stronger magnetic response, adjustable size, and flexible surface chemistry that can be...
Published: 3/22/2026
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Inventor(s): Hye-Young Park, Chuan Jian Zhong
Keywords(s): #SUNYresearch, Technologies
Category(s): Technology Classifications > Materials and Chemicals, Technology Classifications > Screens and Assays, Campus > Binghamton University
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