@KovnirLab

Exploring novel materials for energy generation, conversion, and storage, Thermoelectrics, Superconductors, Magnetic materials, Heterogeneous catalysis

 Iowa State University
group.chem.iastate.edu/Kovnir/index.html
Joined August 2020
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Check out our recent work led by @oppong_richeal on “Come for predictions, stay for complexity: Synthesis and experimental probing of ionic conductivity in Li9B19S33” in @JMaterChem -@iowastatechem @AmesNatLab pubs.rsc.org/en/content/arti…

Come for predictions, stay for complexity: synthesis and experimental probing of ionic conductivity...

Lithium thioborates, despite their potential cost-effectiveness and low density, have received considerably less attention as solid electrolytes compared t

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Check out our recent work led by @KongSeongyoung on Facet-Dependent Hydrogen Evolution Reaction on M2P (M = Ni, Co, Fe) Single Crystals, now available in @ACSCatalysis. @iowastatechem, @AmesNatLab pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acs…

Facet-Dependent Hydrogen Evolution Reaction on M2P (M = Ni, Co, Fe) Single Crystals

Abstract. Transition-metal phosphides (MPs) are promising earth-abundant catalysts for hydrogen evolution reactions (HERs) due to their remarkable activity

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Live now in @ChemMater Check out our latest work led by @AmobiGenevieve on “Encapsulation of Ba in InSb Framework Introduces Chirality in Clathrate-Like BaIn4Sb4” @iowastatechem, @nanophononics pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acs…

Encapsulation of Ba in InSb Framework Introduces Chirality in Clathrate-Like BaIn4Sb4

Abstract. The discovery of Zintl compounds remains a powerful strategy for identifying materials with tunable electronic and thermal transport properties.

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@yao@YWAbusa29 Aug 2025
Out now in @J_A_C_S We show how a chimie douce route enables substitution of 3d metals into 2D PtSe2, unlocking ferromagnetism in metastable Pt1-xMxSe2 @KovnirLab @AmesNatLab @iowastatechem @ChemViswanathan pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/jac…

To Substitute Rather Than Intercalate: Chimie douce Approach to Induce Ferromagnetism in Metastable...

Abstract. Two-dimensional (2D) magnetic materials with exotic magnetic properties have garnered significant interest due to their potential applications in

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J. Am. Chem. Soc.@J_A_C_S29 Aug 2025
To Substitute Rather Than Intercalate: Chimie douce Approach to Induce Ferromagnetism in Metastable Pt0.8M0.2Se2 (M = Cr, Co, Ni) | Journal of the American Chemical Society @iowastatechem @AmesNatLab pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/jac…

To Substitute Rather Than Intercalate: Chimie douce Approach to Induce Ferromagnetism in Metastable...

Abstract. Two-dimensional (2D) magnetic materials with exotic magnetic properties have garnered significant interest due to their potential applications in

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NASSCC Program is out group.chem.iastate.edu/Kovni…
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group.chem.iastate.edu/Kovni… NASSCC registration is extended until June 11th. Register to secure your spot at the conference.
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Cherry Blossoms became an official member of the Kovnir Lab!!! @iowastatechem #groupphoto #spring2025
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Student Spotlight - Alice and Donald Hudson Undergraduate Research Scholarship: Grant Lansing
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Many thanks to Yoji Kobayashi @YojiKobayashi3 for hosting my visit to KAUST. Really enjoyed the visit and all discussions with Yoji and faculty and students.
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Interested in the magnetism of noncentrosymmetric rare-earth + transition-metal quaternary sulfides? Check out our latest article in @ChemMater Interplay of 3d and 4f Magnetism in Chiral Y6FeSi2S14 and Tb6FeSi2S14 Chalcogenides | Chemistry of Materials pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acs…

Interplay of 3d and 4f Magnetism in Chiral Y6FeSi2S14 and Tb6FeSi2S14 Chalcogenides

Abstract. The family of chiral, noncentrosymmetric, quaternary sulfides R6(TM)x(E)2Q14 (R = rare-earth metal; TM = transition metal; E = Si, Ge, Sn, Al, or

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NASSCC abstract submission is open! Come for the science, stay for the corn 🌽 #NASSCC2025
Julia Zaikina group @ISU@zaikina_group25 Jan 2025
2025 North American Solid State Chemistry Conference (NASSCC 2025) will be hosted at Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa, on July 28-31, 2025. Please visit the conference website: group.chem.iastate.edu/Kovni…    and submit an abstract! #NASSCC2025
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2025 North American Solid State Chemistry Conference (NASSCC 2025) will be hosted at Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa, on July 28-31, 2025. Please visit the conference website: group.chem.iastate.edu/Kovni…    and submit an abstract! #NASSCC2025
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Do you like big crystals? Check out former undergrad @vkyveryga ‘s paper on “Cause, Consequence, and Control of Ag Vacancies in BaAg2–xAs2” published in @InorgChem! @AmesNatLab @iowastatechem pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acs…

Cause, Consequence, and Control of Ag Vacancies in BaAg2–xAs2

Abstract. The impact of transition metal (Ag) deficiencies on the structural and transport properties of ThCr2Si2-type arsenides are investigated. We exper

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A cover illustrating our work on NLO silicon phosphides. @ACS4Authors #MyACSCover.
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When van der Waals Met Kagome: A 2D Antimonide with a Vanadium-Kagome Network | Journal of the American Chemical Society @IowaStateU #vanderWaals #Kagome #Antimony #Vanadium #Network pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/jac…

When van der Waals Met Kagome: A 2D Antimonide with a Vanadium-Kagome Network

Abstract. 2D materials showcase unconventional properties emerging from quantum confinement effects. In this work, a “soft chemical” route allows for the d

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Check out our recent paper on “FeSi4P4 and CoSi3P3: Hidden Gems of Ternary Tetrel Pnictides with Outstanding Nonlinear Optical Properties” published in @ChemMater |pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acs… @iowastatechem @AmesNatLab

FeSi4P4 and CoSi3P3: Hidden Gems of Ternary Tetrel Pnictides with Outstanding Nonlinear Optical...

Abstract. Metal silicon phosphides have shown promise as nonlinear optical materials. To be practically useful and cheap, earth-abundant 3d transition meta

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Richard Dronskowski
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Absolutely horrific to learn that Miguel Alario Franco, a leading solid-state chemist from Spain, suddenly passed away yesterday. We enjoyed his presence during the last GRC only a month ago, and we will miss him, his famous humor and spectacular jokes. RIP
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CAS@CASChemistry5 Aug 2024
Gayatri Viswanathan designs new materials for clean energy conversion and generation. Learn more about @ChemViswanathan and the 2024 #CASFutureLeaders before they arrive in Columbus next week. ow.ly/Jgax50SIchQ
CAS Future Leaders congratulates Gayatri Viswanathan, Iowa State University, United States

ALT CAS Future Leaders congratulates Gayatri Viswanathan, Iowa State University, United States

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