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Cellulose Diacetate-Based Materials Disintegrate in the Ocean More Quickly than Previously Thought

Cellulose diacetate, a bio-based plastic widely used in consumer goods, disintegrates, and degrades in the ocean far quicker than previously assumed, according to a new study published in Environmental Science & Technology Letters.

9 Dec 2021

Scientists Develop New Approach to Bioprinting of Skin Equivalents

Chronic wounds are deep and difficult to repair. Often, the top of the injury heals before the bottom, so the wound collapses in on itself. Over time, this can result in scar tissue and reduced skin function.

6 Dec 2021

Electrospun Nanofibers for Effective Skin Burn Treatment

The latest study in the journal Pharmaceutics focuses on electrospun nanofibers which contain natural biocompatible compounds that ensure their effectiveness for the treatment of burnt human skin.

3 Dec 2021

Lignin-Carbohydrate Complexes from Pulp Mill Effluent Turned into Valuable Biopolymers

Lignin-carbohydrate complexes (LCCs) are biopolymers made up of lignin and carbohydrate monomers that are covalently bonded.

1 Dec 2021

Researchers Develop a Biomaterial to Repair the Heart, Muscles, and Vocal Cords

Combining knowledge of chemistry, physics, biology, and engineering, scientists from McGill University develop a biomaterial tough enough to repair the heart, muscles, and vocal cords, representing a major advance in regenerative medicine.

1 Dec 2021

Biomaterial Fabrication to Control Spatial Distribution of Integrins

A team of bio-physicists from Japan reviewed the current progress in the development of biomaterials to regulate the spatial distribution of integrins across the cell membrane and its mediation in various cell functions.

23 Nov 2021

Cycloaddition of CO2 into a Biogas Upgrader for Epoxides

Researchers from Switzerland and China recently developed a process to reuse the extracted carbon dioxide back into a biogas upgrader using an ionic polymer catalysis method and thus obtained epoxides as a by-product. This research has been published in the journal Industrial & Engineering Chemistry Research.

23 Nov 2021

Using Biomass and Ionomers to Create Bioplastic

Plastic pollution is a key environmental issue facing humankind, and current recycling strategies are falling far short of where they should be. To create a truly sustainable alternative, researchers writing in the Journ...

19 Nov 2021

Nano-Biosensing Systems with 2D Graphene

Biosensing is an innovative approach for real-time health monitoring and point-of-care diagnostics via direct human-machine interaction. To explore the potential of this field, a paper published in Materials Letters has ...

18 Nov 2021

Synthetic Biology Helps Researchers to Develop Underwater Adhesives

Several marine organisms, such as mussels, secrete adhesive proteins that allow them to stick to different surfaces under sea water.

17 Nov 2021

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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.

Biomaterials News

Cellulose Diacetate-Based Materials Disintegrate in the Ocean More Quickly than Previously Thought

Scientists Develop New Approach to Bioprinting of Skin Equivalents

Electrospun Nanofibers for Effective Skin Burn Treatment

Lignin-Carbohydrate Complexes from Pulp Mill Effluent Turned into Valuable Biopolymers

Researchers Develop a Biomaterial to Repair the Heart, Muscles, and Vocal Cords

Biomaterial Fabrication to Control Spatial Distribution of Integrins

Cycloaddition of CO2 into a Biogas Upgrader for Epoxides

Using Biomass and Ionomers to Create Bioplastic

Nano-Biosensing Systems with 2D Graphene

Synthetic Biology Helps Researchers to Develop Underwater Adhesives

How do CT Instruments Help with Battery Analysis?

How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

Advancing Battery Science: PerkinElmer’s Role in Improving Chemistries and Recycling Efficiency

Coolant Control Module for Plasma Cleaning

Nano-Observer II: AFM for Nanoscale Imaging

Discover Advanced Solutions for Thickness and Flaw Inspection with the OmniScan™ X4 Flaw Detector

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Analysis of Nitrogen Solubility in Soy Protein Using FT-NIR Spectroscopy

Quantifying Hydrogen Spin Isomers with Raman Spectroscopy

Revealing the Strength of Functionally Gradient Alloys Through Multiscale Characterization

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?

Biomaterials News

How do CT Instruments Help with Battery Analysis?

How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

Advancing Battery Science: PerkinElmer’s Role in Improving Chemistries and Recycling Efficiency

1Excelitas Technologies Announces Consolidation Plans to Strengthen Noblelight Operations in Germany

2Accelerating Ion Transport with New Material

3Researchers Reveal Rare-Earth-Free Polymer

4New Catalyst Revolutionizes Hydrogen Peroxide Production

5A New Advance in Lithium-Ion Battery Technology

6The ECOFAP Project aims to make shoe soles and heels with a new 3D printing material based on tanned leather waste

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