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Combining Far-Red Fluorescent Silk and Green Light to Destroy Harmful Bacteria

Researchers have transferred a far-red fluorescent protein to the genetic composition of a silk hybrid material, thereby enabling the material to attack bacteria upon being illuminated by a green light.

23 Apr 2018

Rice Team Uses Salt to Boost Creation of Novel Materials

A pinch of salt can make simpler the creation of two-dimensional (2D) materials, and due to the efforts of researchers at Rice University, the reason is becoming evident.

20 Apr 2018

Innovative Water-Stable Metal-Organic Framework for Selective CO2 Adsorption

Researchers have created a novel porous material that can selectively adsorb CO2. According to team leader Dr. Stefania Grecea, their design of a water-stable metal-organic framework (MOF) can open new ways to a cost-effective separation of CO2 from power plant emissions.

19 Apr 2018

Innovative Technology for On-Demand Control of Composite Materials

A technology that renders a composite material stronger and stiffer on-demand upon exposure to ultraviolet light has been developed by engineers at the U.S. Army Research Laboratory (ARL) and the University of Maryland.

19 Apr 2018

New Model Accurately Predicts the Effects of Mechanical Stress on Corrosion

Annually, the impacts of corroding materials cost the global economy over $1 trillion. Some alloys are exposed to extreme temperatures and stress, causing the formation of an oxide film, which in turn accelerates the breakdown of the alloys.

18 Apr 2018

Laser-Induced Transition of an Insulator into a Metal-Like Conductor

In the last few decades, the speed of computers has increased, and storage chips and hard disks have attained tremendous capacities. However, there have been physical limits restricting silicon-based computer technology from achieving any remarkable speed gains from the current level.

18 Apr 2018

Researchers Discover Certain Superconductors Can Also Carry Currents of ‘Spin’

A team of researchers has demonstrated that particular superconductors can also carry currents of ‘spin’. The successful combination of superconductivity and spin could result in a revolution in high-performance computing, by greatly minimizing energy consumption.

18 Apr 2018

New Family of Coloring Agents with Solvatochromic Properties for Plastics

Fourteen new coloring agents have been synthesized with solvatochromic properties, i.e. their color changes according to the type of plastic they are applied on or the substance in which they dissolve.

16 Apr 2018

All-Liquid Repellent Coating Could Grime-Proof Gadgets

A researcher has designed a smooth, durable, clear coating that quickly sheds oils, water, alcohols, as well as peanut butter. This indeed could be a step towards grime-proof camera lenses, phone screens, countertops, and numerous other daily items.

12 Apr 2018

Researchers Use Logistic Regression Analysis Model to Predict Ideal Chiral Crystal

Using the same technology as facial recognition, researchers have successfully developed chiral crystals. This is the first research reporting the use of this technology, known as logistic regression analysis, to predict which chemical groups are ideal for creating chiral molecules.

11 Apr 2018

Editorial Highlights

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

Combining Far-Red Fluorescent Silk and Green Light to Destroy Harmful Bacteria

Rice Team Uses Salt to Boost Creation of Novel Materials

Innovative Water-Stable Metal-Organic Framework for Selective CO2 Adsorption

Innovative Technology for On-Demand Control of Composite Materials

New Model Accurately Predicts the Effects of Mechanical Stress on Corrosion

Laser-Induced Transition of an Insulator into a Metal-Like Conductor

Researchers Discover Certain Superconductors Can Also Carry Currents of ‘Spin’

New Family of Coloring Agents with Solvatochromic Properties for Plastics

All-Liquid Repellent Coating Could Grime-Proof Gadgets

Researchers Use Logistic Regression Analysis Model to Predict Ideal Chiral Crystal

Decoding Catalytic Processes: Advancing FTIR Research with Iso-Potential Operando Spectroscopy

Simplifying Mass Spectrometry Workflows for Routine Testing

Creating High Entropy Alloys and Other Advanced Materials

Advanced Reconstruction Toolbox from ZEISS

UltraCLAVE Microwave Digestion System from Milestone

PELCO® easiCore™ Rotary Disc Cutter for TEM, Semiconductors, and More

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Karl Fischer Titration for Battery Production

Optimized Flow Measurement for Hydrogen Applications

Exploring the Imaging of Perovskite Catalysts Bearing Exsolved Active Nanoparticles

Advancing Nuclear Fusion Through Tritium Detection Using Raman Spectroscopy

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

Decoding Catalytic Processes: Advancing FTIR Research with Iso-Potential Operando Spectroscopy

Simplifying Mass Spectrometry Workflows for Routine Testing

Creating High Entropy Alloys and Other Advanced Materials

1Biochar-Based Slow-Release Fertilizers: A Step Toward More Sustainable Agriculture

2Revolutionizing Energy Storage: The Role of Bi2O3/rGO in Lithium-Sulfur Batteries

3New Semiconductor Design Center Strengthens Wales’ and UK’s Leadership in Chip Design

4Sealing Solutions from Parker Prädifa Enhance Efficiency and Safety of Electrolyzers and Fuel Cells

5Breakthrough Transforms Chemical Manufacturing – Boosting Speed, Safety and Sustainability

6Stable and Efficient Electron Transport Layer for CO2 Conversion

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