A solid-state "atomic channel" for separating rare earth elements

Researchers at the University of Chicago have devised a new solid-state technique for separating rare earth elements via what they call an 'atomic channel.' Hacker News reports the method offers a cleaner approach to purifying these critical materials, which are used in everything from electronics to renewable energy systems.

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