TitleQ&A With Chemist Max Delferro: Unlocking Breakthroughs in Catalytic ScienceSectorBattery and EV EducationDescription Catalysts underpin much of modern life, including fuels and lifesaving medicines. At Argonne, Max Delferro’s team is combining robotics, artificial intelligence and world-class research facilities to speed the search for the next generation of catalysts. "“Industry has invested billions of dollars in this problem, with some success. Autonomous discovery could change the equation.” — Max Delferro, chemist and group leader Read Full Article
Title2026 Global Semiconductor Industry OutlookSectorSemiconductorsDescription While chip sales continue to soar in 2026, the industry focus may shift to risk mitigation for demand correction, integrated system architecture, and a balanced investment approach By Jeroen Kusters, Duncan Stewart, Karthik Ramachandran, Jordan Bish, Deb Bhattacharjee The semiconductor industry is navigating a high-stakes paradox in 2026. While soaring artificial intelligence-driven demand is pushing revenues to unprecedented levels, this boom has its risks. The industry seems to have placed all its eggs in the AI basket, which may be fine if the AI boom continues. But the industry should also consider planning for scenarios in which AI demand slows or shrinks. Read Full Article
