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Energy-Efficient Method to Produce Hard Carbon Electrode for Sodium-Ion Batteries

Low-cost rechargeable batteries form the core of almost all portable electronic devices, which have increasingly become prevalent in day-to-day modern life.

15 Dec 2020

Scientists Find a Way to Create Ballistic Metamaterials

Electronics are increasingly being paired with optical systems, such as when accessing the internet on an electronically run computer through fiber optic cables.

15 Dec 2020

Silica is the Most Eco-Friendly Substitute for Plastic Microbeads Used in Cosmetics

A new study quantifies the environmental costs of alternative materials following bans on plastic microbeads used in wash-off cosmetics.

15 Dec 2020

Researchers Simulate Glass-Forming Ability of Metallic Mixtures

At the Institute of Industrial Science of The University of Tokyo, scientists have simulated the glass-forming potential of metallic mixtures by using molecular dynamics calculations.

14 Dec 2020

Bubble Formation on Electrodes Could be Beneficial for Chemical Processes

A new study led by Curtin University has demonstrated that the formation of bubbles on electrodes, which is often considered to be a hindrance, could be advantageous.

11 Dec 2020

Study Provides Detailed Quantitative Insight into the Electric Properties of a Key Biomolecule

In cells transfer RNA (tRNA) translates genetic information from the encoding messenger RNA (mRNA) for protein synthesis. New results from ultrafast spectroscopy and in-depth theoretical calculations demonstrate that the complex folded structure of tRNA is stabilized by magnesium ions in direct contact with phosphate groups at the RNA surface.

10 Dec 2020

New Perovskite Material Could Serve as Cheaper, Better Gamma-Ray Detector

Perovskite materials are formed of organic compounds linked to a metal. These materials occupy the forefront of materials research due to their structure and properties and are suitable for an extensive array of applications, such as lasers, solar cells, photodetectors, and LED lights.

10 Dec 2020

Researchers Call for an Increased Emphasis on for Thermoelectric Cooling

Almost 200 years after French physicist Jean Peltier discovered that electric current flowing through the junction of two different metals could be used to produce a heating or cooling effect, scientists continue to search for new thermoelectric materials that can be used for power generation.

8 Dec 2020

Researchers Investigate New Aluminum Alloy for Protective Spacecraft

Researchers could be a step closer to achieving manned space missions in spacecraft built with aluminum that is lightweight yet radiation-resistant, thanks to research performed by a world-leading facility at the University of Huddersfield.

8 Dec 2020

Real-Time Analysis Platform to Identify Thermal Degradation of Cathode Materials

Several fire incidents related to electric vehicle (EV) batteries have been reported recently.

7 Dec 2020

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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

Energy-Efficient Method to Produce Hard Carbon Electrode for Sodium-Ion Batteries

Scientists Find a Way to Create Ballistic Metamaterials

Silica is the Most Eco-Friendly Substitute for Plastic Microbeads Used in Cosmetics

Researchers Simulate Glass-Forming Ability of Metallic Mixtures

Bubble Formation on Electrodes Could be Beneficial for Chemical Processes

Study Provides Detailed Quantitative Insight into the Electric Properties of a Key Biomolecule

New Perovskite Material Could Serve as Cheaper, Better Gamma-Ray Detector

Researchers Call for an Increased Emphasis on for Thermoelectric Cooling

Researchers Investigate New Aluminum Alloy for Protective Spacecraft

Real-Time Analysis Platform to Identify Thermal Degradation of Cathode Materials

Insights into the Role of Benchtop NMR in Biofluid Analysis with Philippe Wilson

Particle Size Analysis: Focus on the Essentials with the New Camsizer S1

The Inaugural STEM Marketing Awards – An Interview with Alexandra Balazs, Managing Director at Prolific North

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The TABER V-5 Stiffness Tester

The PinAAcle 900 Spectrometer Series: Cutting-Edge Precision for Atomic Absorption

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How to Determine Hexavalent Chromium

Reproducing Test Conditions for PVC Mixer Tests

New Imaging Method for Particle Monitoring in Electronics Manufacturing

What are the Manufacturing Applications of Plasma?

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

Insights into the Role of Benchtop NMR in Biofluid Analysis with Philippe Wilson

Particle Size Analysis: Focus on the Essentials with the New Camsizer S1

The Inaugural STEM Marketing Awards – An Interview with Alexandra Balazs, Managing Director at Prolific North

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3Introducing the Quantum Diamond Microscope from Quantum Catalyzer

4New Material Removes Toxic Metals from Water

5Porous Metal-Organic Frameworks Revolutionize Hydrogen Isotope Purification

6Transforming a Waste Resource Into Sustainable Materials – Latrobe Magnesium’s Plant Paves the Way to a Cleaner, High Value Future

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