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Researchers Present New Heat Theory in the Search for Efficient Thermoelectrics

Thermoelectric materials particularly have immense potential for use in energy applications since they produce electricity from waste heat, such as that created by industrial processes, by truck and car engines, or just by the sun.

28 May 2019

Researchers Design Thermoelectric Modules Using Highly Efficient Liquid-Like Materials

Researchers at the Shanghai Institute of Ceramics of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Northwestern University in the United States synthesized a novel Cu2Se/Yb0.3Co4Sb12 thermoelectric (TE) module with eight p-type Ni/Mo/Cu2Se legs and eight n-type Ni/Ti/Yb0.3Co4Sb12 legs, based on high-performance liquid-like materials.

24 May 2019

Elasticity of Gels Arises from the Packing of Clusters of Particles in the Gels, Finds Study

From the toothpaste that is squeezed on the brush as a first thing in the morning, to the yogurt that one slurps down, to the fabric softener used to keep the pajamas soft and cozy, gels are everywhere in consumer products, foods, and in industrial applications, as well.

21 May 2019

New Fitting for Use in Ultra-High Pressure Liquid Chromatography Systems made from Victrex™ Paek Polymer

VICI AG International, Schenkon, Switzerland, a leading manufacturer of valves and fittings for analytical, biomedical and biocompatible precision instruments, is the first company to offer a new one-piece fitting using VICTREX™ PAEK high performance polymer.

From Victrex plc. 21 May 2019

Cortec® EcoAir® Tool & Die Rust Preventative - Cuts Costs and Meets the Specialized Needs of Mold, Die, and Tooling Manufacturers

Cortec® recently developed EcoAir® Tool & Die Rust Preventative to meet the needs of mold, tool, and die manufacturers and end users.

From Cortec Corporation 21 May 2019

International SAXS Excites Symposium 2019, September 24 to 25 in Graz

Anton Paar produces high-quality measuring and analysis instruments for industrial and research applications. In the fields of density and concentration measurement it is the established world leader.

From Anton Paar GmbH 20 May 2019

Study Shows the Essential Role of Inter-Block Charge Transfer in the Stabilization of Iron-Based Superconductor

In the past 10 years, iron-based superconductors, also known as IBSCs, have attracted continuous research attention, which can be partly attributed to the discovery of new IBSCs one after another in the previous years.

17 May 2019

Researchers Design a New Method to Synthesize High-Performance 2D Perovskite Single-Crystal Photodetector

A team of researchers under the guidance of Prof. LIU Shengzhong from the Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics (DICP) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Dr XU Zhuo from Shaanxi Normal University (SNNU) developed a method for synthesizing large-sized two-dimensional (2D) perovskite single crystals (PSCs) to realize highest photodetector performance among this type.

16 May 2019

Innovative Technique Allows Scientists to Watch Enzymes at Work

At the University of Bonn, researchers have come up with a novel technique that makes it possible to photograph enzymes at work.

15 May 2019

Understanding the Power of Honey Through its Proteins

Honey is a culinary staple that can be found in kitchens around the world.

14 May 2019

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

Researchers Present New Heat Theory in the Search for Efficient Thermoelectrics

Researchers Design Thermoelectric Modules Using Highly Efficient Liquid-Like Materials

Elasticity of Gels Arises from the Packing of Clusters of Particles in the Gels, Finds Study

New Fitting for Use in Ultra-High Pressure Liquid Chromatography Systems made from Victrex™ Paek Polymer

Cortec® EcoAir® Tool & Die Rust Preventative - Cuts Costs and Meets the Specialized Needs of Mold, Die, and Tooling Manufacturers

International SAXS Excites Symposium 2019, September 24 to 25 in Graz

Study Shows the Essential Role of Inter-Block Charge Transfer in the Stabilization of Iron-Based Superconductor

Researchers Design a New Method to Synthesize High-Performance 2D Perovskite Single-Crystal Photodetector

Innovative Technique Allows Scientists to Watch Enzymes at Work

Understanding the Power of Honey Through its Proteins

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

Advanced Masterbatch and Compounding for Polymers and Plastics

AirBreather Platform for Continuous Gas Analysis

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

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Moisture, Volatiles and Ash Determination in Coal & Coke

Powering the Future: The Solid-State Battery Revolution

What is the Gold Foil Covering Spacecraft and Satellites?

Sheet Resistance Measurement on TOPCon Solar Cells

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

1Perovskite and Copper System Creates C2 Chemicals from CO2

2Aluminum-Scandium Alloys: A Game Changer for Hydrogen Energy

3Pioneering Large-Scale Aluminum 3D Printing

4DS Smith Partner With TPV Automotive to Create a Sustainable Fiber-Based Packaging for the Protection of Car Wheel Carriers

5The COM4PHA project develops new biodegradable bioplastics for cosmetics, food and agricultural packaging

63D-Printed Organic Tissue Models Mimic Living Organs

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