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New hybrid materials separate rare earths without harsh chemicals

New hybrid materials separate rare earths without harsh chemicals
Phys.org Monday 15 June 2026, 18:20 UTC 1 min read
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Rare earth elements (REEs) are essential for everyday technologies such as smartphones, LED lights, wind turbines and many medical applications. At the same time, supply chains are under pressure because of the geographic concentration of production, and electronic waste is growing worldwide.

Rare earth elements (REEs) are essential for everyday technologies such as smartphones, LED lights, wind turbines and many medical applications. At the same time, supply chains are under pressure because of the geographic concentration of production, and electronic waste is growing worldwide.
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