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It was Microbial Mayhem in the Chicxulub Crater, Curtin Research Suggests

New insights into how microbial life was quickly re-established following the mass extinction of the dinosaurs have been detailed for the first time by Curtin University-led research.

21 Jan 2020

Living Concrete Developed from Sand and Bacteria

Over the centuries, concrete production has mostly remained unchanged: from the Roman concrete to modern construction methods, it involves a process of combining hard materials such as sand with various binders, includin...

17 Jan 2020

Electroporator Built Using Piezoelectric Crystal from a Butane Lighter

A simple method for developing a laboratory device called an electroporator from inexpensive components, such as a piezoelectric crystal taken from a butane lighter, has been created by researchers.

10 Jan 2020

Analytica 2020: New Instruments for Battery Research

Researchers all over the world are working on powerful batteries for the energy revolution. Modern analysis technology is indispensable for this. Analytica therefore focuses on new devices and methods for battery research.

10 Jan 2020

Researchers Develop World’s Most Efficient Lithium-Sulfur Battery

A battery that can potentially power smartphones continuously for five days, or allow an electric vehicle to travel over 1000 km without having to “refuel” may seem too good to be true.

6 Jan 2020

New Methods Help Measure the Performance Ratios of Solar Panels

Solar panels make use of photovoltaics (PVs) that are susceptible to environmental factors and usually degrade over time.

3 Jan 2020

Researchers Demonstrate the Atomic Structure of 2D Ice as it Forms

On extremely cold days, the atmospheric water vapor can directly change into solid ice and deposit a thin layer of ice on surfaces like a car windshield or windowpane.

3 Jan 2020

Transverse Thermoelectric Effect Offers More Merits over Longitudinal One

A specific material’s thermoelectric conversion efficiency is defined by the value of its thermoelectric figure of merit, zT.

2 Jan 2020

KRAIBURG TPE Offers Recyclable Elastomers for Durable and Non-toxic Toys

KRAIBURG TPE offers TPE compounds with properties suited for a wide range of toy application, such as electronic toys, technical toys like model building kits, collectable figurine, 3D Model, board games, puzzle and more.

From KRAIBURG TPE GmbH & Co. KG 20 Dec 2019

HEXPOL TPE Launches Low-toxic Polymers for Cable Sheathing Applications

HEXPOL TPE has developed new materials for cable sheathing applications. The compounds are designed to meet the highest levels of durability, performance and human safety.

From HEXPOL TPE GmbH 20 Dec 2019

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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

It was Microbial Mayhem in the Chicxulub Crater, Curtin Research Suggests

Living Concrete Developed from Sand and Bacteria

Electroporator Built Using Piezoelectric Crystal from a Butane Lighter

Analytica 2020: New Instruments for Battery Research

Researchers Develop World’s Most Efficient Lithium-Sulfur Battery

New Methods Help Measure the Performance Ratios of Solar Panels

Researchers Demonstrate the Atomic Structure of 2D Ice as it Forms

Transverse Thermoelectric Effect Offers More Merits over Longitudinal One

KRAIBURG TPE Offers Recyclable Elastomers for Durable and Non-toxic Toys

HEXPOL TPE Launches Low-toxic Polymers for Cable Sheathing Applications

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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Reproducing Test Conditions for PVC Mixer Tests

New Imaging Method for Particle Monitoring in Electronics Manufacturing

What are the Manufacturing Applications of Plasma?

Advancing Manufacturing: The Impact of Photonics Technology

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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

1Element Six Wins U.S. Department of Defense UWBGS Program

2New Material Removes Toxic Metals from Water

3AI-Powered Catalyst Design for Efficient Hydrogen Generation, Carbon Capture, and Energy Storage

4Novel Binder Improves Ion Diffusion in Sodium-Ion Batteries

5Improving Battery Lifespan and Safety with Environmentally Friendly Binder

6Porous Metal-Organic Frameworks Revolutionize Hydrogen Isotope Purification

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