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New Sulfur Polymers Could be Viable Alternative to Petrochemical-Based Plastics

Researchers at the University of Liverpool are making significant progress in the quest to develop new sulfur polymers that provide an environmentally friendly alternative to some traditional petrochemical based plastics.

24 Jun 2020

Researchers Synthesize Brand-New Transition Metal Carbonyl Complexes

Since the end of the 19th century, transition metal carbonyls have been an important and familiar class of compound in coordination chemistry and organometallic chemistry.

24 Jun 2020

Study Finds Microstructure of a Material is Crucial to its Dynamic Response

When a material is subjected to an extreme load in the form of a shock or blast wave, damage often forms internally through a process called spall fracture.

24 Jun 2020

Novel Technique for Degrading Cellulose for Use as Biofuel

With the imminent threat of a climate crisis hanging over our heads, it has become crucial to develop efficient alternatives to fossil fuels.

24 Jun 2020

New 3D Structure with Semiconductor Properties for Powerful Computers

Our computers are becoming more and more powerful all the time. They also often become smaller - just think of what a standard smartphone can do today compared to just a few years ago.

24 Jun 2020

Orientation of Molecules During Movement Determines Outcome of Their Collision

What happens when a molecule collides with a surface- Researchers at Swansea University have shown that the orientation of the molecule as it moves - whether it is spinning like a helicopter blade or rolling like a cartwheel - is important in determining what happens in the collision.

24 Jun 2020

New Method to Produce Tailored Polyimide Membranes to Purify Sour Gas

Natural gas that contains larger amounts of hydrogen sulfide (H(2)S) and carbon dioxide (CO(2)) is termed sour gas. Before it can enter a pipeline, it must be "sweetened" by removal of its acidic impurities.

24 Jun 2020

Researchers Discover New Form of Human-Made Mendelevium Isotope

A team of scientists working at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) has discovered a new form of the human-made element mendelevium.

24 Jun 2020

New Laser-Based Technique to Refrigerate Solid Semiconductor

To the general public, lasers heat objects. And generally, that would be correct.

24 Jun 2020

New Study to Explore Details of Magnetism in 2D Materials

The Department of Energy's Office of Basic Energy Sciences has awarded Rice University experimental physicist Ming Yi a five-year grant to explore the details of magnetism in two-dimensional materials.

24 Jun 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

New Sulfur Polymers Could be Viable Alternative to Petrochemical-Based Plastics

Researchers Synthesize Brand-New Transition Metal Carbonyl Complexes

Study Finds Microstructure of a Material is Crucial to its Dynamic Response

Novel Technique for Degrading Cellulose for Use as Biofuel

New 3D Structure with Semiconductor Properties for Powerful Computers

Orientation of Molecules During Movement Determines Outcome of Their Collision

New Method to Produce Tailored Polyimide Membranes to Purify Sour Gas

Researchers Discover New Form of Human-Made Mendelevium Isotope

New Laser-Based Technique to Refrigerate Solid Semiconductor

New Study to Explore Details of Magnetism in 2D 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

High-Resolution Industrial X-Ray CT Scanner

The TABER V-5 Stiffness Tester

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

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New Imaging Method for Particle Monitoring in Electronics Manufacturing

What are the Manufacturing Applications of Plasma?

Advancing Manufacturing: The Impact of Photonics Technology

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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2AI-Powered Catalyst Design for Efficient Hydrogen Generation, Carbon Capture, and Energy Storage

3New Material Removes Toxic Metals from Water

4Novel Binder Improves Ion Diffusion in Sodium-Ion Batteries

5Improving Battery Lifespan and Safety with Environmentally Friendly Binder

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

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