Providing a perspective on the importance of integrating experimental work with theory and simulations when designing new carbon capture solvents.

Ionic liquids bound to thin layers of graphene oxide produces more selective and efficient multi-layer membranes for water filtration.

Surface characterization allows researchers to explore the compatibility between different solvent-membrane combinations.

Researchers found that certain oxide interface configurations remain stable in extreme environments, suggesting ways to build better performing, more reliable devices for fuel cells, space-based electronics, and nuclear energy.