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New Molecular Magnet Structure for Use in Advanced Computing Research

Recent work from John Berry’s lab at the University of Wisconsin–Madison suggests that electrons can be a persuasive bunch, or at least, a talkative bunch.

14 Nov 2017

Researchers Determine Electronic Properties of Interface Between Two Wide Bandgap Semiconductors

Scientists from KAUST have ascertained the electronic properties of an interface between two wide bandgap semiconductors. This understanding will assist in enhancing the efficiency of high-power and light-emitting electronic devices.

14 Nov 2017

Stanford Team Develops Reversible Fabric to Keep Body Warm or Cool

A team of researchers at Stanford have developed a reversible fabric that, without expending energy or effort, maintains skin at a comfortable temperature regardless of the weather.

13 Nov 2017

Researchers Identify New Methods for Ethically Resourcing Raw Materials

Methods for predicting the social and environmental cost of resourcing new deposits of rare earth minerals employed in the production of mobile phones, electric vehicles and wind turbines have been identified by researchers from the Camborne School of Mines.

13 Nov 2017

Scientists Discover Technique for Producing Silk Fibers Stiffer than Natural Silk

While attempting to combine the complex mixture of molecules that form the fibers of natural silk, nature is always ahead of human engineering. In spite of best attempts to produce the material, artificial fibers cannot match the strength of the natural fiber.

10 Nov 2017

Research Reveals the Potential of “Oxygen Sponge” to Function as “Hydrogen Sponge”

Researchers have found that an “oxygen sponge”, a catalyst used in vehicle exhaust systems, can also be used as a “hydrogen sponge.”

8 Nov 2017

Researchers Carry Out Mechanochemical Reactions to Synthesize Superior Perovskites

For the last many years, the commercialization of perovskite photovoltaic cells has gained immense attention. At present, the hot news is that devices developed by using these materials can transform solar energy into electricity with a higher efficiency like never before.

8 Nov 2017

Researchers Achieve Major Step Towards Lightning Fast Communications

In the 1830s, a mineral called perovskite was discovered in Russia and it is said to hold the key to the next stage in ultra-high-speed communications and computing.

7 Nov 2017

Researchers Gain In-Depth Knowledge of Physics Behind Functioning of Metamaterials

To transform items from science fiction to scientific reality, an in-depth knowledge of the functioning of these unconventional metamaterials is mandatory.

7 Nov 2017

New Materials Recipes Database to Assist in Designing Innovative Materials

In the recent past, a range of computational tools have been developed through research attempts such as the Materials Project and the Materials Genome Initiative. These tools have been helpful in designing innovative materials that can be used for various applications, such as aeronautics, energy, civil engineering, and electronics.

7 Nov 2017

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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 Molecular Magnet Structure for Use in Advanced Computing Research

Researchers Determine Electronic Properties of Interface Between Two Wide Bandgap Semiconductors

Stanford Team Develops Reversible Fabric to Keep Body Warm or Cool

Researchers Identify New Methods for Ethically Resourcing Raw Materials

Scientists Discover Technique for Producing Silk Fibers Stiffer than Natural Silk

Research Reveals the Potential of “Oxygen Sponge” to Function as “Hydrogen Sponge”

Researchers Carry Out Mechanochemical Reactions to Synthesize Superior Perovskites

Researchers Achieve Major Step Towards Lightning Fast Communications

Researchers Gain In-Depth Knowledge of Physics Behind Functioning of Metamaterials

New Materials Recipes Database to Assist in Designing Innovative 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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What are the Manufacturing Applications of Plasma?

Advancing Manufacturing: The Impact of Photonics Technology

How to Optimize Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling with Handheld XRF

The Versatility of Non-Contacting Seals in Aerospace

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

1New Material Removes Toxic Metals from Water

2Active Lamb Wave Energy Analysis of Debonding Defects in Polymer-Rubber Structures

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

4Revealing the Underlying Mechanism of Battery Self-Discharge

5Novel Binder Improves Ion Diffusion in Sodium-Ion Batteries

6New Material Offers Protection Against Space Radiation

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