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Zinc-Oxide Coating Enables Solar Cells to Achieve High Conversion Efficiency

Engineering researchers at the University of Arkansas have achieved the highest efficiency ever in a 9 millimeter-squared solar cell made of gallium arsenide. After coating the cufflink-sized cells with a thin layer of zinc oxide, the research team reached a conversion efficiency of 14 percent.

23 Apr 2014

U.S. DoE Honors Los Alamos Physicist with E.O. Lawrence Award

Los Alamos National Laboratory physicist John Sarrao is being honored by the U.S. Department of Energy with the 2013 Ernest O. Lawrence Award in Condensed Matter and Materials Sciences.

18 Apr 2014

Freeman Technology Experts to Present on Powder Characterisation and Critical Powder Handling Issues at 7th World Congress on Particle Technology (WCPT7)

Tim Freeman, Managing Director, and Dr Xiaowei Fu, Product Specialist at Freeman Technology, will deliver four oral presentations relating to aspects of powder characterisation and critical powder handling issues at the 7th World Congress on Particle Technology (WCPT7) taking place from 19-22 May 2014 in Beijing, China.

From Freeman Technology 17 Apr 2014

Malvern Instruments Experts to Present New Ways of Accelerating Development of DPI Formulations

At the Respiratory Drug Delivery (RDD) 2014, specialists from Malvern Panalytical will present a new approach to help accelerate the development of dry powder inhalation (DPI) formulations.

From Malvern Panalytical 16 Apr 2014

The SPECORD PLUS Offers Limitless Possibilities for UV/Vis Research

Thanks to an extensive range of accessories the SPECORD® PLUS UV/Vis spectrophotometers from Analytik Jena AG provide individuality and flexible operation in routine and special analysis.

From Analytik Jena US 15 Apr 2014

Lake Shore to Showcase Its Range of Cryogenic Probe Stations at MRS Spring

Lake Shore Cryotronics, a leading innovator in solutions for measurement over a wide range of temperature and magnetic field conditions, announced today that it will showcase cryogenic probe stations and discuss its new fully integrated system for terahertz (THz) materials characterization at the upcoming MRS Spring Meeting & Exhibit in San Francisco, Calif.

From Lake Shore Cryotronics Inc. 14 Apr 2014

Buy the Jenway 7315 Spectrophotometer with 20% Off the List Price

For a limited time only, take advantage of an exclusive AZoOffer from AZoNetwork to purchase a Jenway 7315 Spectrophotometer with 20% off the list price.

7 Apr 2014

Materion Joins American Lightweight Materials Manufacturing Innovation Institute as Founding Member

Materion Corporation announced today that it is a founding member of the American Lightweight Materials Manufacturing Innovation Institute (ALMMII), the newest center in the President’s National Network of Manufacturing Innovation. Introduced recently at a White House event, ALMMII will develop advanced lightweight metal manufacturing technology for transfer to the industrial sector, especially automotive, aerospace, energy and defense.

7 Apr 2014

Introducing Tensile or Shear Elastic Strain can Alter Material Properties

In the ongoing search for new materials for fuel cells, batteries, photovoltaics, separation membranes, and electronic devices, one newer approach involves applying and managing stresses within known materials to give them dramatically different properties.

4 Apr 2014

BASF’s Multidisciplinary Research Institute Focuses on New Inorganic Materials

Teaming together with major universities on the West Coast, BASF Corporation has established a multidisciplinary research institute with an emphasis on new inorganic materials and their applications, biosciences, and related technologies. The California Research Alliance by BASF (CARA) will bring together BASF experts and researchers from widely varied science and engineering disciplines at University of California, Berkeley (UC Berkeley), Stanford University, and the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA).

From BASF Corporation 3 Apr 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

Zinc-Oxide Coating Enables Solar Cells to Achieve High Conversion Efficiency

U.S. DoE Honors Los Alamos Physicist with E.O. Lawrence Award

Freeman Technology Experts to Present on Powder Characterisation and Critical Powder Handling Issues at 7th World Congress on Particle Technology (WCPT7)

Malvern Instruments Experts to Present New Ways of Accelerating Development of DPI Formulations

The SPECORD PLUS Offers Limitless Possibilities for UV/Vis Research

Lake Shore to Showcase Its Range of Cryogenic Probe Stations at MRS Spring

Buy the Jenway 7315 Spectrophotometer with 20% Off the List Price

Materion Joins American Lightweight Materials Manufacturing Innovation Institute as Founding Member

Introducing Tensile or Shear Elastic Strain can Alter Material Properties

BASF’s Multidisciplinary Research Institute Focuses on New Inorganic Materials

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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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

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2New Catalyst Revolutionizes Hydrogen Peroxide Production

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4New Lithium Composite Promises Enhanced Safety and Lifespan

5A Bio-Inspired Catalyst for Efficient Chemical Reactions

6A Novel Approach to Enhancing Thermophotovoltaic Efficiency

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