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Scientists Unravel the Secret Behind a Property of Ferroelectrics

Scientists have found the secret behind a property of solid materials known as ferroelectrics, showing that quasiparticles moving in wave-like patterns among vibrating atoms carry enough heat to turn the material into a thermal switch when an electrical field is applied externally.

6 Feb 2023

Phase Change Materials Perform Better Under Cold Conditions

The researchers from Lithuania and Cyprus claim that the energy payback period of using phase change materials, new technology in the construction industry, is the shortest in a colder climate

6 Feb 2023

New Metal Oxyhydroxides as Catalysts for Efficient Water Electrolysis

Scientists at Dongguk University investigated a synthetic method to develop new metal oxyhydroxides electrocatalysts for efficient water electrolysis.

6 Feb 2023

The Digital "Super-Expert" Putting Gemstones Under the Microscope

For the average joe, it is easy to be overwhelmed by precious stones’ dazzling colors and sparkling appearances. But this is not the case for experts based at Gübelin’s Gem Lab in Lucerne, who are connoisseurs in distinguishing and understanding these precious minerals.

From CSEM 2 Feb 2023

Electrosynthesis: Efficient and Sustainable Means to Produce Ammonia

A group of researchers from the University of Central Florida and Virginia Tech published key observations about the electrochemical synthesis of ammonia, expanding sustainable fertilizer research and thus assisting global food safety efforts.

1 Feb 2023

Framework for Designing Granular Hydrogels

Injectable gel-like substances have enormous potential for repairing damaged tissues or creating brand-new tissues. Although many scientists are striving to create these hydrogels for biomedical applications, only a few of them have reached the clinic.

1 Feb 2023

Novel Electrode Material Boosts Supercapacitor Performance for Electric Vehicles

Researchers at Dongguk University have designed and synthesized a novel hybrid composite electrode material that significantly enhances the performance of supercapacitors for use in hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs).

1 Feb 2023

Bruker Introduces Next-Generation 3D Areal Surface Measurement Technology for Production and Research Environments

At the SPIE Photonics West 2023 Exhibition, Bruker Corporation today announced the release of two new white-light interferometry (WLI) systems: the ContourX-1000 and NPFLEX-1000 optical profilometers.

From Bruker Nano Surfaces and Metrology 1 Feb 2023

Temperature-Sensitive Color-Changing Building Material

Researchers have designed an innovative, new building material with chameleon-like properties that is able to change its infrared color and the amount of heat it emits or absorbs based on the outside temperature.

31 Jan 2023

Battery Research and Production

Powerful batteries are key to the further advancement of green mobility and a decisive contribution to reducing carbon dioxide emissions.

From Metrohm Middle East FZC 27 Jan 2023

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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

Scientists Unravel the Secret Behind a Property of Ferroelectrics

Phase Change Materials Perform Better Under Cold Conditions

New Metal Oxyhydroxides as Catalysts for Efficient Water Electrolysis

The Digital "Super-Expert" Putting Gemstones Under the Microscope

Electrosynthesis: Efficient and Sustainable Means to Produce Ammonia

Framework for Designing Granular Hydrogels

Novel Electrode Material Boosts Supercapacitor Performance for Electric Vehicles

Bruker Introduces Next-Generation 3D Areal Surface Measurement Technology for Production and Research Environments

Temperature-Sensitive Color-Changing Building Material

Battery Research and Production

How IKK Uses Extruders in Polymer Recycling Opportunities

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

Unlock Precision in Wafer Measurement with MicroProf AP

ELEMENTRAC CN-r for High-Throughput Laboratories

High-Resolution Industrial X-Ray CT Scanner

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How to Optimize Semiconductor Lithography with Multi-Sensor Metrology

Optimization Of The Absorption Solution For Measuring Bromine Content In Polystyrene Using Combustion IC

Exploring a Cost-Efficient Method of Polyol Quality Control

Exploring the Changing Microstructure of Lithium Metal During Cell Battery Cycling

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

How IKK Uses Extruders in Polymer Recycling Opportunities

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

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4New Cathode Material for Lithium-Ion Batteries

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