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Na-Ion Batteries Show Promise for Replacing Li-Ion Batteries

The fact that efficient and rechargeable lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries are used in laptops, smartphones, and even electric cars is well known.

24 Jan 2020

Stress-Detecting Smart Polymer Shines Brighter Upon Stretching

An innovative stress-detecting “smart” polymer has been recently developed by researchers at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University (OIST). This unique polymer glows brighter upon stretching.

24 Jan 2020

New Condensation Concept can Help Develop Wetting and Slippery Solid Materials

One fact that has been understood for many years is that water repellency is required for surfaces to clear the buildup of condensation—just like water droplets that develop in power plant condensers to decrease the buildup of pressure.

24 Jan 2020

Thin Film Studies Helps Analyze Degradation of Complex Biomacromolecules

In the current medical field, polymer materials have a crucial role to play. Although several applications necessitate highly durable devices, others benefit from materials that degrade as soon as they are used once.

24 Jan 2020

New Technique to Help Develop Stronger Body Armor

According to old mythology, horsemen were instructed by Genghis Khan to wear vests made of silk under their body armor to further protect themselves against a series of arrows during the combat.

23 Jan 2020

New Method Produces More Accurate Results for Natural Products Analysis

Natural products are used to extract several drugs. However, it is crucial for chemists to first identify the structure and stereochemistry of natural products before they can be exploited.

22 Jan 2020

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

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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

Na-Ion Batteries Show Promise for Replacing Li-Ion Batteries

Stress-Detecting Smart Polymer Shines Brighter Upon Stretching

New Condensation Concept can Help Develop Wetting and Slippery Solid Materials

Thin Film Studies Helps Analyze Degradation of Complex Biomacromolecules

New Technique to Help Develop Stronger Body Armor

New Method Produces More Accurate Results for Natural Products Analysis

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

Driving Efficiency and Sustainability: Tofwerk at Semicon Europa

Combining Particle Size, Zeta Potential and Shelf-life for Cutting Edge Research

Can we Decarbonize the Aerospace Industry?

High-Throughput Configurable Raman Probes for Versatile Applications

MX-Lab: Material Research & Alloying Machine

Using the LFA 717 HyperFlash for Light Flash Analysis

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Thermodynamic and Kinetic Analysis of Hydrolysis Reactions

The Science Behind iHP Decontamination Technology

Engineering the Perfect Induction Coil

NIR Spectroscopy Analysis of Fruit Juices

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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

Driving Efficiency and Sustainability: Tofwerk at Semicon Europa

Combining Particle Size, Zeta Potential and Shelf-life for Cutting Edge Research

Can we Decarbonize the Aerospace Industry?

1Scientists Advance X-Ray Technology with Innovative Hybrid Materials

2New Electrolyte Design for Improved Li-S Battery Performance

3“Dome-Shaped" Superconducting Phase Discovered in a Novel Transition Metal Zirconide

4Dual Salt-Based Electrolyte for High-Performance Na-S Batteries

5Starfire Systems Inc. Files Patent For Next Generation Of Polycarbosilane Pre-Ceramic Polymers

6A New Catalyst for Efficient CO2 Conversion

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