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WPI Leads New Multi-University Project to Develop Better Alloys for Military Vehicles

Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) is the lead institution on a $7.4 million, multi-university award from the U.S. Army that will support the development of new metallurgical methods and new lightweight alloys that will help the military build more effective and durable vehicles and systems. The technologies and processes developed as part of the research will also have applications in the aircraft, automotive, and electronics industries.

7 Mar 2014

University of Florida Wins TMS 2014 Materials Bowl Championship

The University of Florida took home the trophy after winning the final round of the Materials Bowl science knowledge competition held at The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society’s (TMS) 143nd Annual Meeting & Exhibition in San Diego, California.

5 Mar 2014

Bruker Introduces 2nd Generation of Successful S1 TITAN Advanced Handheld XRF Analyzer

Bruker Elemental introduces the 2nd generation of its S1 TITAN handheld XRF analyzer platform. Based on extensive customer feedback, the new S1 TITAN enhancements include a weatherproof IP54-rated housing and optional integrated camera & small spot collimator.

From Bruker Handheld XRF 4 Mar 2014

New Center for Dielectrics and Piezoelectrics to be Co-Located at Penn State and NCSU

On March 1, the National Science Foundation announced the creation of a new Center for Dielectrics and Piezoelectrics (CDP) co-located at Penn State and North Carolina State University. The new center builds on and expands the research capabilities of the long-running Center for Dielectrics Studies (CDS) based at Penn State.

4 Mar 2014

AkzoNobel Honors University of York Liquid Crystal Chemist with UK Science Award

A British scientist whose work helped form the basis for flat-screen TVs, computers and mobile phone displays has won AkzoNobel's UK Science Award for 2014.

4 Mar 2014

Low-VOC waterborne technology from Bayer enables primer coating with excellent adhesion

Successfully painting traditionally difficult-to-coat substrates used in a wide range of commercial and industrial applications is now much easier due to a Bayer MaterialScience LLC advance in waterborne primer coating r...

27 Feb 2014

Landec Expands Commercial Applications for BreatheWay Technology Packaging Solutions

Landec Corporation, a materials science company that develops and markets innovative and patented products for healthy living applications in food and biomedical markets, is expanding commercial applications for its patented BreatheWay® technology packaging solutions.

26 Feb 2014

Alcoa Among 60 Founding Members of ‘National Lightweight and Modern Metals Innovation Institute’

Alcoa, a global leader in lightweight metals engineering and manufacturing, is a founding member of the country’s first manufacturing institute focused solely on light metals: the National Lightweight and Modern Metals Innovation Institute in Detroit, Michigan. The institute was formally unveiled by President Obama during an event in Washington today.

From Alcoa - Aluminum Company of America 26 Feb 2014

INFICON Awarded Golden Gas Award for their Micro GC Fusion Gas Analyzer

INFICON has been selected to receive the prestigious Golden Gas Award for 2014, presented annually by Gases & Instrumentation International Magazine to recognize significant new products for their ability to solve an important challenge for the gas industry.

From INFICON Inc. 26 Feb 2014

First Known Biological Occurrence of ‘Disordered Hyperuniformity State’ Found in Chicken's Eye

Along with eggs, soup and rubber toys, the list of the chicken's most lasting legacies may eventually include advanced materials such as self-organizing colloids, or optics that can transmit light with the efficiency of a crystal and the flexibility of a liquid.

25 Feb 2014

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

WPI Leads New Multi-University Project to Develop Better Alloys for Military Vehicles

University of Florida Wins TMS 2014 Materials Bowl Championship

Bruker Introduces 2nd Generation of Successful S1 TITAN Advanced Handheld XRF Analyzer

New Center for Dielectrics and Piezoelectrics to be Co-Located at Penn State and NCSU

AkzoNobel Honors University of York Liquid Crystal Chemist with UK Science Award

Low-VOC waterborne technology from Bayer enables primer coating with excellent adhesion

Landec Expands Commercial Applications for BreatheWay Technology Packaging Solutions

Alcoa Among 60 Founding Members of ‘National Lightweight and Modern Metals Innovation Institute’

INFICON Awarded Golden Gas Award for their Micro GC Fusion Gas Analyzer

First Known Biological Occurrence of ‘Disordered Hyperuniformity State’ Found in Chicken's Eye

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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Advanced Imaging Meets AI: Transforming Thermal Barrier Coating Analysis with the Apreo ChemiSEM

Tests for Oil and Adhesive Tape Interaction

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

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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