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Researchers Develop Inks for Producing 3D-Printed Interdigitated Electrodes

In a breakthrough study, researchers have developed inks using a two-dimensional (2D) material, called MXene, to create 3D-printed interdigitated electrodes.

1 Aug 2019

Thin Layers of Inexpensive Metals Provide a New Way for Producing Electricity

A research team from Northwestern University and California Institute of Technology (Caltech) has successfully generated electricity by flowing water over very thin layers of low-cost, oxidized metals, such as iron.

1 Aug 2019

Perovskite Films Treated with Benzylamine Show Increased Efficiency

In the latest developments in solar cell technology, polycrystalline perovskite films are used as the active layer, with the efficiency increased as high as 24.2%.

31 Jul 2019

Researchers Synthesize New Organic Molecules with Magnetic Properties

Magnets made of organic molecules are different from metallic magnets, in that they could be flexible, transparent, lightweight, or liquid. However, they are usually not stable.

31 Jul 2019

Scientists Reveal New Structure in Gold that Exists at Extreme States

In high-pressure experiments, gold is a very important material, and in static diamond anvil cell experiments, it is regarded as the “gold standard” for evaluating pressure.

31 Jul 2019

Strain Gradient in Solar Cells Could Improve Solar Energy Conversion Efficiency

Solar cells and light-sensing technologies could be rendered more efficient by leveraging a unique property that results from defects and deformations in their structures.

30 Jul 2019

Researchers Use Single-Electrode Material to Add Many Functions into a Microchip

Being able to integrate multiple functions into a single microchip is a noteworthy breakthrough in the mission to refine the miniature, self-powered sensors that will progress the Internet of Things.

29 Jul 2019

Machine Learning Used to Discover Novel Polymers

A research team has shown the potential application of machine learning (ML)—a form of AI that allows computers to “learn” from the data provided—for finding novel materials.

29 Jul 2019

Study Could Help Develop Next-Generation Solar Cells

For the first time, a KU Leuven-led study has demonstrated how a potential type of perovskites can be effectively stabilized.

29 Jul 2019

Eco-Friendly Metallic Alloys for Common Refrigerators

At the Laboratory of Novel Magnetic Materials of the Immanuel Kant Baltic Federal University (IKBFU), physicists are exploring magnetic materials as well as magnetostructural phase transition to develop an innovative magnetic cooling technology.

29 Jul 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

Researchers Develop Inks for Producing 3D-Printed Interdigitated Electrodes

Thin Layers of Inexpensive Metals Provide a New Way for Producing Electricity

Perovskite Films Treated with Benzylamine Show Increased Efficiency

Researchers Synthesize New Organic Molecules with Magnetic Properties

Scientists Reveal New Structure in Gold that Exists at Extreme States

Strain Gradient in Solar Cells Could Improve Solar Energy Conversion Efficiency

Researchers Use Single-Electrode Material to Add Many Functions into a Microchip

Machine Learning Used to Discover Novel Polymers

Study Could Help Develop Next-Generation Solar Cells

Eco-Friendly Metallic Alloys for Common Refrigerators

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

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

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

6Artificial Photosynthesis System Offers Promising Solution for Carbon Dioxide Reduction

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