MXenes: The 2D Material Revolutionizing Energy & Medicine | Material Minds with Michael Naguib

Join us on Material Minds as we delve into the fascinating world of MXenes with their inventor, Professor Michael Naguib from Tulane University. Discover how these groundbreaking 2D materials, similar to graphene but with unique properties, are set to transform everything from energy storage and batteries to stimulating nerve cells and medical applications.
In this episode, Michael shares the intriguing story of how MXenes were accidentally discovered during his PhD, his bold claims about their potential to revolutionize the materials landscape, and the surprising — and quite literal — role a pasta maker plays in their scalable production! We also discuss the future of energy materials, including the shift towards sodium-ion batteries and innovative uses for MXenes in radioactive iodine adsorption and catalysis.
Prepare to have your mind expanded as we explore the incredible versatility and potential of MXenes, and get a glimpse into the exciting future of materials science and sustainable energy.



Chapters
00:00 – Intro: Welcome to Material Minds
01:29 – Three Truths and a Lie: Michael Naguib's Background
05:22 – The Accidental Invention of MXenes
17:19 – Why MXenes Might Replace Other 2D Materials (or not!)
22:18 – Scalability and Production of MXenes
29:13 – MXenes in Biomedical Applications
32:00 – The Pasta Maker Method for Material Synthesis
44:47 – Future Applications: Energy Storage & Radioactive Iodine Adsorption
49:19 – The Future of Energy: Beyond Lithium-ion
52:41 – The Autonomous Lab Dream

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