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Ultrasound Waves Power Piezoelectric Implant Device Wirelessly

Researchers at Stanford University have developed an ultrasound-powered, tiny electronic device for medical implant applications. These devices can be powered wirelessly, and now the researchers are trying to further reduce its size.

16 Oct 2014

Protein-Based Smart Materials Demonstrate Extreme Sensitivity to the Environment

A new class of protein-based, smart materials has been created by researchers at the University of California, Berkeley. These materials could help develop new kinds of drug release systems, flow valves, biological sensors and sensitive, flexible coatings that can manufactured at low-cost on an industrial scale.

15 Oct 2014

Metamaterial Illusion Coating Makes Objects Invisible to Remote Inspection

Electrical engineers at Penn State have developed an illusion coating that makes an object look like something else. They have reported this study in the scientific journal, Advanced Functional Materials.

15 Oct 2014

Scientists Develop Early-Warning System for Lithium-Ion Batteries

A “smart" lithium-ion battery developed by scientists at Stanford University has a warning system that alerts users in advance if the battery is getting overheated and may burst into flames.

14 Oct 2014

Complex Cholesterol Synthesis Process Unveiled Through Enzyme Mapping

Rockefeller University researchers have identified a new method which reveals the complex molecular structure of cholesterol by mapping a key enzyme structure during cholesterol production.

13 Oct 2014

Common Insulator Demonstrates Spintronic Properties

Researchers from EPFL, Université Paris-Sud and Paul Scherrer Institut have discovered that a common transparent insulating material, which is normally a non-conductor of electricity, demonstrates the properties of a spintronic conductor.

13 Oct 2014

Magnetic Fluorescent Nanoparticles Probe Biological Functions Within Cells

Researchers at MIT have developed a new method of producing particles which can radiate fluorescent light and be accurately positioned inside the living cells using a magnetic force.

13 Oct 2014

Researchers Cast Inorganic 3D Nanoparticle Structures Using DNA Moulds

Research conducted at Harvard University has helped to develop a new method for casting 3D custom-shaped metal nanoparticles using DNA as construction moulds.

13 Oct 2014

Peak Scientific Showcasing its Dedicated Gas Generator Solutions for the Gas Chromatography Market at Gulf Coast Conference 2014

Leading innovators in laboratory gas generation, Peak Scientific manufactures proven and reliable on-demand gas solutions for both the Liquid Chromatography Mass Spectrometry (LC/MS) and Gas Chromatography (GC) markets. ...

From Peak Scientific 10 Oct 2014

Researchers Study Entangled Spaghetti of Filaments in Semiflexible Biopolymers

A team of researchers from the FOM Institute AMOLF and Forschungszentrum Jülich have discovered that the filaments of biopolymer networks become soft when transitioning from an entwined spaghetti of filaments to aligned bow-shaped filaments.

10 Oct 2014

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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

Ultrasound Waves Power Piezoelectric Implant Device Wirelessly

Protein-Based Smart Materials Demonstrate Extreme Sensitivity to the Environment

Metamaterial Illusion Coating Makes Objects Invisible to Remote Inspection

Scientists Develop Early-Warning System for Lithium-Ion Batteries

Complex Cholesterol Synthesis Process Unveiled Through Enzyme Mapping

Common Insulator Demonstrates Spintronic Properties

Magnetic Fluorescent Nanoparticles Probe Biological Functions Within Cells

Researchers Cast Inorganic 3D Nanoparticle Structures Using DNA Moulds

Peak Scientific Showcasing its Dedicated Gas Generator Solutions for the Gas Chromatography Market at Gulf Coast Conference 2014

Researchers Study Entangled Spaghetti of Filaments in Semiflexible Biopolymers

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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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

4New Lithium Composite Promises Enhanced Safety and Lifespan

5A Bio-Inspired Catalyst for Efficient Chemical Reactions

6Development and Evaluation of P-PPD for Enhanced Crude Oil Flow and Hydrate Mitigation

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