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Unbrokem Nanopatterned Lines Developed are Essential for Miniaturisation of Electronics

Scientists from Singapore A*STAR's Institute of Materials Research and Engineering (IMRE), University of Cambridge (UK) and Sungkyunkwan University (South Korea) have created metallic lines so thin and smooth that th...

6 Jul 2010

ASU Researcher Develops New Way to Produce Graphene Material

Since its discovery, graphene—an unusual and versatile substance composed of a single-layer crystal lattice of carbon atoms—has caused much excitement in the scientific community. Now, Nongjian (NJ) Tao, a researcher at the Biodesign Institute at Arizona State University has hit on a new way of making graphene, maximizing the material’s enormous potential, particularly for use in high-speed electronic devices.

5 Jul 2010

Influence of Particle Shape on Battery Electrode Coating Films Reported

Work undertaken in Japan and described in a new application note on the Malvern Panalytical website, examines the influence of particle shape on the characteristics of coating film for battery electrodes. Using the Sysmex Flow Particle Image Analyzer FPIA-3000, available from Malvern Panalytical, researchers at Hokkaido University looked at both the size and shape of graphite particles in coating films produced by different methods.

From Malvern Panalytical 2 Jul 2010

Morgan and ErySave Work on Particle Separation by Ultrasound for Medical Applications

Morgan Advanced Materials is working with ErySave on a pioneering new medical application using particle separation by ultrasound (PARSUS). The company has developed a disposable piezoelectric ceramic plate for this novel medical technology, which is ideal for applications such as the separation of micro emboli from blood during open-heart surgery.

From Morgan Advanced Materials 2 Jul 2010

A. Schulman Donates Equipment to Leading Polymer Research Institution

A. Schulman, Inc. (Nasdaq: SHLM) announced today that, as part of its ongoing collaboration with the University of Akron, it is donating $120,000 worth of laboratory equipment to the College of Polymer Science and P...

2 Jul 2010

Panasonic and Teijin to Develop Heat Resistant PLA Compound

Panasonic Electric Works Co., Ltd. and Teijin Limited announced today their joint development of a highly heat-resistant polylactide (PLA) molding compound made 80% from plant-based renewable feedstock and providing sign...

1 Jul 2010

Leti to Promote Latest Semiconductor Findings at Semicon West

At Semicon West, Leti will highlight some of its latest research findings and key programs for the semiconductor industry, including maskless lithography, FDSOI and 3D integration. The abstracts below summarize Leti'...

1 Jul 2010

Thin Films and Foils for Reseach and Prototyping from Goodfellow

Goodfellow offers hundreds of polymer films and more than a thousand metal foils in small quantities for research applications and prototype development across dozens of industries.

From Goodfellow Cambridge Limited - Shanghai Representative Office 1 Jul 2010

SouthWest NanoTechnologies Wins Grant to Develop Li-Ion Electric Vehicle Battery Technology

SouthWest NanoTechnologies Inc. (SWeNT), a leading manufacturer of single-wall and Specialty Multi-Wall (SMW) Carbon Nanotubes (CNT), along with the University of Oklahoma (OU) have been awarded a prestigious grant from ...

30 Jun 2010

FBH Use Laytec Systems to Grow GaN Based Laser Diodes

For the growth control of GaN based laser diodes, the team at FBH uses LayTec’s brand new Pyro 400 for direct temperature measurements on the wafer surface and EpiCurve TT to control wafer bowing and pocket temperature.

From Laytec - in-situ Monitoring Sensors for Thin-Film Applications 30 Jun 2010

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

Unbrokem Nanopatterned Lines Developed are Essential for Miniaturisation of Electronics

ASU Researcher Develops New Way to Produce Graphene Material

Influence of Particle Shape on Battery Electrode Coating Films Reported

Morgan and ErySave Work on Particle Separation by Ultrasound for Medical Applications

A. Schulman Donates Equipment to Leading Polymer Research Institution

Panasonic and Teijin to Develop Heat Resistant PLA Compound

Leti to Promote Latest Semiconductor Findings at Semicon West

Thin Films and Foils for Reseach and Prototyping from Goodfellow

SouthWest NanoTechnologies Wins Grant to Develop Li-Ion Electric Vehicle Battery Technology

FBH Use Laytec Systems to Grow GaN Based Laser Diodes

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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Finding New Ways to Utilize Lignin and Lignosulfonate

Karl Fischer Titration for Battery Production

Optimized Flow Measurement for Hydrogen Applications

Exploring the Imaging of Perovskite Catalysts Bearing Exsolved Active Nanoparticles

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

2DNA Hydrogels: Advancing Biohybrid Material Production

3Revolutionizing Energy Storage: The Role of Bi2O3/rGO in Lithium-Sulfur Batteries

4New Semiconductor Design Center Strengthens Wales’ and UK’s Leadership in Chip Design

5Sealing Solutions from Parker Prädifa Enhance Efficiency and Safety of Electrolyzers and Fuel Cells

6Breakthrough Transforms Chemical Manufacturing – Boosting Speed, Safety and Sustainability

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