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New Study on Metals Could Help Improve Synthesis of Useful Compounds

Buried deep within the varied properties of metals, there is a fundamental question up for grabs: What makes it a metal- In other words, which properties are inherent to a metal and which are incidental?

9 Jun 2020

New Technique to Observe Formation of Metallic Conduction Band in Electrolytes

An international team has developed a sophisticated experimental technique at BESSY II to observe the formation of a metallic conduction band in electrolytes.

8 Jun 2020

Study Shows How to Increase or Reduce Wrinkles at Edge of Material

When we think of wrinkles, we usually envision the lines etched into our skin, for some an unwelcome reality and for others a proud sign of a life well-lived.

8 Jun 2020

Study Maps Electrolyte-to-Metal Transition at Molecular Level

What does it mean to be a metal and how is a metal formed- These seem like textbook questions with a simple answer: Metal is characterized by free electrons which give rise to its high electric conductivity.

8 Jun 2020

Study of Magnetic Ionic Liquids Could Help Create New Functional Materials

A research team lead by Ryusuke Futamura of Shinshu University investigated the response of magnetic ionic liquids (MIL) to magnetic fields from the microscopic view points.

8 Jun 2020

New Armor-Plated Superhydrophobic Surface Exhibits Superior Durability

Superhydrophobic surfaces repel water like nothing else. This makes them extremely useful for antimicrobial coatings - as bacteria, viruses and other pathogens cannot cling to their surfaces.

4 Jun 2020

New Metasurface can Operate as Many Birefringent Materials in Parallel

Polarization, the direction in which light vibrates, is invisible to the human eye. Yet, so much of our optical world relies on the control and manipulation of this hidden quality of light.

4 Jun 2020

New Method for Synthesizing Tiny Microcapsules with Liquid Core

Microcapsules for the storage and delivery of substances are tiny versions of the type of capsule used for fish oil or other liquid supplements, such as vitamin D.

3 Jun 2020

Researchers Develop More Durable Non-Lithium-Based Rechargeable Batteries

With the continuous upgrading of electronic products, the development of high-energy power supplies has become a key link in the future development of science and technology.

3 Jun 2020

New Scalable, Intelligent Battery System Made of Inexpensive Materials

The lithium-ion batteries currently available for e-mobility are being optimized primarily to increase power density.

3 Jun 2020

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 Science News

New Study on Metals Could Help Improve Synthesis of Useful Compounds

New Technique to Observe Formation of Metallic Conduction Band in Electrolytes

Study Shows How to Increase or Reduce Wrinkles at Edge of Material

Study Maps Electrolyte-to-Metal Transition at Molecular Level

Study of Magnetic Ionic Liquids Could Help Create New Functional Materials

New Armor-Plated Superhydrophobic Surface Exhibits Superior Durability

New Metasurface can Operate as Many Birefringent Materials in Parallel

New Method for Synthesizing Tiny Microcapsules with Liquid Core

Researchers Develop More Durable Non-Lithium-Based Rechargeable Batteries

New Scalable, Intelligent Battery System Made of Inexpensive Materials

How to Use AFM to Study 2D Materials and Superlattices

How are Fine Ceramics Supporting the Next Generation of Renewable Energy?

Beyond Lithium: How Group14 Is Redefining the Future of Battery Technology

AirBreather Platform for Continuous Gas Analysis

SU7000 & SU8700 Schottky Field Emission SEMs: Ultra High-Resolution & Analytical Imaging

TSL-570: High Performance Tunable Laser

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Powering the Future: The Solid-State Battery Revolution

What is the Gold Foil Covering Spacecraft and Satellites?

Sheet Resistance Measurement on TOPCon Solar Cells

The Link Between FIB-SEM and TEM

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 to Use AFM to Study 2D Materials and Superlattices

How are Fine Ceramics Supporting the Next Generation of Renewable Energy?

Beyond Lithium: How Group14 Is Redefining the Future of Battery Technology

1Aluminum-Scandium Alloys: A Game Changer for Hydrogen Energy

2Improving Wound Care with Bioactive Material-Based Dressings

3The COM4PHA project develops new biodegradable bioplastics for cosmetics, food and agricultural packaging

4Perovskite and Copper System Creates C2 Chemicals from CO2

5DS Smith Partner With TPV Automotive to Create a Sustainable Fiber-Based Packaging for the Protection of Car Wheel Carriers

6Bosch Establishes Company with the Synthetic Diamond Solutions Provider Element Six

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