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Scientists Create Self-Cleaning Surfaces Inspired by Leaves

In an article recently published in the open-access journal Materials, researchers discussed the effect of hydrophobicity and microstructure on conidia repellence in self-cleaning biomimetic surfaces.

4 Apr 2022

What Are the Environmental Implications of Rubber Crumb?

In an article recently published in the open-access journal Polymers, researchers investigated the environmental consequences of rubber crumb application in terms of water and soil pollution.

4 Apr 2022

New Effective Paradigm for Material Science Based on the Idea of Functional Motif

The typical trial-and-error technique of material research is unable to fulfill the expanding demand for a variety of high-performance materials; a new effective material science paradigm is urgently needed.

4 Apr 2022

Removing Methylene Blue Dye from Water Using Seaweed

A paper authored by researchers in Saudi Arabia and Egypt has investigated the ability of dried seaweed to remove Methylene Blue Dye, a highly toxic dye, from industrial wastewater and aqueous synthetic solutions.

1 Apr 2022

Innovative Self-Standing Mesoporous Silicon Film to Drive Lithium-Ion Batteries

Scientists at the University of Eastern Finland have created a self-standing mesoporous silicon (Si) film anode for lithium-ion batteries.

1 Apr 2022

Researchers Reveal Why Liquid Droplets Have the Ability to Erode Hard Surfaces

A first-of-its-kind study led by University of Minnesota Twin Cities researchers reveals why liquid droplets have the ability to erode hard surfaces. The discovery could help engineers design better, more erosion-resistant materials.

1 Apr 2022

Researchers Discover an Effective Method to Remove Nitrogen from Water

Professor Guowen Meng’s group from the Chinese Academy of Sciences’ (CAS) Hefei Institutes of Physical Science (HFIPS) has developed an effective electrocatalytic material to convert nitrate in water to nitrogen gas. The study was published in Chemical Communications.

31 Mar 2022

Why Use Silica Gels for Microalgal Entrapment?

A review has been published in Polymers to provide an overview of current research into microalgal entrapment in silica hydrogels.

31 Mar 2022

How Resistant are Basalt Fibers to Gamma Rays?

Writing in Materials, Researchers from the China University of Geosciences and the Chinese Academy of Sciences have investigated the resistance of basalt fibers to gamma rays, with the potential for manufacturing new nuclear shielding materials.

31 Mar 2022

New Heat Storage Material Likely to Improve Energy Efficiency of Buildings

At the Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg (MLU) and the University of Leipzig, researchers have developed a new heat storage material that could help considerably enhance the energy efficiency of buildings.

30 Mar 2022

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

Scientists Create Self-Cleaning Surfaces Inspired by Leaves

What Are the Environmental Implications of Rubber Crumb?

New Effective Paradigm for Material Science Based on the Idea of Functional Motif

Removing Methylene Blue Dye from Water Using Seaweed

Innovative Self-Standing Mesoporous Silicon Film to Drive Lithium-Ion Batteries

Researchers Reveal Why Liquid Droplets Have the Ability to Erode Hard Surfaces

Researchers Discover an Effective Method to Remove Nitrogen from Water

Why Use Silica Gels for Microalgal Entrapment?

How Resistant are Basalt Fibers to Gamma Rays?

New Heat Storage Material Likely to Improve Energy Efficiency of Buildings

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

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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Exploring the Changing Microstructure of Lithium Metal During Cell Battery Cycling

How to Determine Hexavalent Chromium

Reproducing Test Conditions for PVC Mixer Tests

New Imaging Method for Particle Monitoring in Electronics Manufacturing

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

1Element Six Wins U.S. Department of Defense UWBGS Program

2Introducing the Quantum Diamond Microscope from Quantum Catalyzer

3Discovering Stable Single-Electron Covalent Bond Between Carbon Atoms

4Porous Metal-Organic Frameworks Revolutionize Hydrogen Isotope Purification

5AI-Powered Catalyst Design for Efficient Hydrogen Generation, Carbon Capture, and Energy Storage

6New Cathode Material for Lithium-Ion Batteries

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