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A Simple Method to Fabricate Reproducible Planar Microstructures of Polysiloxane

Polysiloxane is an elastic polymer which is widely used in fluidics, optics, and biomedical engineering. It offers desirable properties for microfabrication due to its castable and curable properties.

29 May 2020

Unique Structure Repeats Itself Throughout Nature

Unique knot-shaped solitons named Hopfions emerge as a basic polarization field in confined ferroelectric nanoparticles, new research published in the journal Nature reveals.

27 May 2020

Electron Dynamics of MoS2 Under Intense Femtosecond Laser Irradiation

Molybdenum disulfide (MoS2) has attracted considerable attention because of its potential applications in field-effect transistors, optoelectronic devices, and electrocatalysts, among others.

27 May 2020

Applying Pressure Using Nanoneedles Improves the Control of Metamagnetic Materials

Some memory devices where information from smartphones and computers is stored are based on a very precise control of the magnetic properties, at nanoscopic scale.

27 May 2020

Dynamical Behaviors of Helium-Methane Compounds in Icy Giant Planets

The inner mantles of icy giant planets such as Uranus and Neptune are mainly composed by water, ammonia and methane, while their atmospheres are made of hydrogen and helium. Under high pressures inside giant planets, it is unclear whether the helium can diffuse into the depths and react with the mantle materials.

27 May 2020

Researchers Produce Sandwich Compounds Based on Rare Earths

Thanks to their special properties, rare earths are used in many high-tech products. Scientists of Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) are now working on new applications of these elements.

27 May 2020

Developing Electrode Material to Improve Efficiency Salinity Gradient Power Generation

Dr. Jeong Nam-Jo of Korea Institute of Energy Research (KIER) Marine Energy Convergence and Integration Research Team developed synthesis technologies of electrode material that can directly synthesize molybdenum disulfide thin films on the electrode current collector surface to contribute improving the efficiency and economic feasibility of salt gradient power generation using reverse electrodialysis.

27 May 2020

Researchers Analyze Contact-Controlled Aging of Toothpaste and Cement

Take a look inside the cap of your favorite toothpaste, and you might see hard, white residue, a firm version of the smooth paste you squeeze onto your brush.

26 May 2020

Study Confirms Existence of 19 Vibrational Levels in Magnesium Dimer

Magnesium dimer (Mg2) is a fragile molecule consisting of two weakly interacting atoms held together by the laws of quantum mechanics.

26 May 2020

Ultrasonic Technique Reveals Interplanar Bond Strength in Graphite

A group of scientists from Osaka University, in cooperation with Kaneka Corporation, evaluated the interplanar bond strength of graphene by measuring the elastic constant of graphite, demonstrating that the elastic constant of monocrystalline graphite was above 45 gigapascal, which was higher than conventionally believed.

22 May 2020

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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 Science News

A Simple Method to Fabricate Reproducible Planar Microstructures of Polysiloxane

Unique Structure Repeats Itself Throughout Nature

Electron Dynamics of MoS2 Under Intense Femtosecond Laser Irradiation

Applying Pressure Using Nanoneedles Improves the Control of Metamagnetic Materials

Dynamical Behaviors of Helium-Methane Compounds in Icy Giant Planets

Researchers Produce Sandwich Compounds Based on Rare Earths

Developing Electrode Material to Improve Efficiency Salinity Gradient Power Generation

Researchers Analyze Contact-Controlled Aging of Toothpaste and Cement

Study Confirms Existence of 19 Vibrational Levels in Magnesium Dimer

Ultrasonic Technique Reveals Interplanar Bond Strength in Graphite

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

CSP Temperature Standards by Thermometrics

Coolant Control Module for Plasma Cleaning

Nano-Observer II: AFM for Nanoscale Imaging

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Tests for Oil and Adhesive Tape Interaction

The Role of Accurate Analysis in Sustaining Critical Materials for a Circular Economy

How to Address Thermal Runaway Protection (TRP) in EVs

Torque Testing Explained

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 Science 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

1Accelerating Ion Transport with New Material

2New Catalyst Revolutionizes Hydrogen Peroxide Production

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

4A Bio-Inspired Catalyst for Efficient Chemical Reactions

5New Lithium Composite Promises Enhanced Safety and Lifespan

6A Novel Approach to Enhancing Thermophotovoltaic Efficiency

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