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Freestanding Ferroelectric Bubbles Offer Promise for Microelectronics and Energy Applications

Special ferroelectric features offer promise for microelectronics and energy applications.

22 Nov 2021

Ultra Low-Temperature Fabrication of a Piezoelectric Composite

A group of researchers from Finland has fabricated a piezoelectric composite at an ultra-low temperature using an organotitanate based precursor gel binder, which showed improved performance.

19 Nov 2021

The Significance of Citizen Science Projects in Regard to Plastic Pollution

In an effort to limit the quantity of plastic pollution in the environment, the number of citizen science clean-up programs, such as beach clean-ups, has expanding globally.

19 Nov 2021

Real-World Applications of Soft Actuators Considered

Soft actuators have become a particular focus in the field of robotics. To investigate and consider the current state of the field of soft actuators, a review has been published in Nature Reviews Materials.

19 Nov 2021

Using Denim Waste to Produce a 3D Needled Composite

Utilizing textile waste can help facilitate the production of sustainable products that reduce environmental pollution. To this end, a paper published in Construction and Building Materials has presented a technique to r...

19 Nov 2021

Using Biomass and Ionomers to Create Bioplastic

Plastic pollution is a key environmental issue facing humankind, and current recycling strategies are falling far short of where they should be. To create a truly sustainable alternative, researchers writing in the Journ...

19 Nov 2021

Researchers Develop High-Efficiency Flexible Perovskite Solar Cells

Immense interest has been gained by flexible solar cells due to their excellent properties of lightweight, portability, and flexibility. Such features provide a guarantee for applications in areas such as wearable power sources, aerospace, and building-integrated photovoltaics.

19 Nov 2021

Light-Driven Methanation with Efficient Catalyst Turns CO2 into Methane

Although it is compelling to recycle carbon dioxide (CO2) particularly via conversion to methane (CH4), anthropogenic CO2 emissions are still increasing.

18 Nov 2021

Li-Ion Batteries in EVs Using Olivine Phosphate and Blend Cathodes

Two researchers from China recently reviewed the usage of different olivine phosphates in a blend with other compounds to be used as a potential cathode for lithium-ion batteries.

18 Nov 2021

Design of Hydrogenated Intrinsic Amorphous Silicon in Heterojunction Solar Cells

A study conducted by a team of German researchers and funded by the German federal ministry of economic affairs and energy achieved an increased certified energy conversion efficiency from 23.55% up to 24.51% for silicon heterojunction solar cells by enhancing the design of the hydrogenated intrinsic amorphous silicon on the rear side of the solar cell and the back reflector.

18 Nov 2021

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The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

The primary distinction between graphene-based batteries and solid-state batteries lies in the composition of either electrode. Although the cathode is commonly changed, carbon allotropes can also be employed in fabricating anodes.

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

In recent years, the IoT is rapidly being introduced into almost all sectors, but it has particular importance in the EV industry.

Materials Research News

Freestanding Ferroelectric Bubbles Offer Promise for Microelectronics and Energy Applications

Ultra Low-Temperature Fabrication of a Piezoelectric Composite

The Significance of Citizen Science Projects in Regard to Plastic Pollution

Real-World Applications of Soft Actuators Considered

Using Denim Waste to Produce a 3D Needled Composite

Using Biomass and Ionomers to Create Bioplastic

Researchers Develop High-Efficiency Flexible Perovskite Solar Cells

Light-Driven Methanation with Efficient Catalyst Turns CO2 into Methane

Li-Ion Batteries in EVs Using Olivine Phosphate and Blend Cathodes

Design of Hydrogenated Intrinsic Amorphous Silicon in Heterojunction Solar Cells

Reshaping Metallographic Sample Preparation

How Advanced Particulate Monitors are Transforming Real-time Air Quality Management

Overcoming Challenges and Perfecting Techniques for Accurate XRF Analysis

The SF-10 Laboratory Pump: Key Features for Fluid Handling Excellence

Densito Range Handheld Density Meters

High-Throughput Configurable Raman Probes for Versatile Applications

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Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

Materials Research News

Reshaping Metallographic Sample Preparation

How Advanced Particulate Monitors are Transforming Real-time Air Quality Management

Overcoming Challenges and Perfecting Techniques for Accurate XRF Analysis

1Cost-Effective and Environmentally Benign Aluminum-Ion Battery

2Converting 2D Kaolinite into 3D Amorphous Cement

3Engineers Develop Biodegradable Adhesive with Superior Strength

4Atomic-Scale Platinum Clusters for Efficient Catalysis

5Emerson Helps Oil and Gas Company Meet Emissions Standards with New Electric Dump Valves

6Carbon Cloth Electrodes Revolutionize Desalination

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