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Physicists Discover a New Quantum Phase Transition in Lithium Holmium Fluoride Material

In physics, Schroedinger's cat is an allegory for two of the most awe-inspiring effects of quantum mechanics: entanglement and superposition. Researchers from Dresden and Munich have now observed these behaviors on a much larger scale than that of the smallest of particles.

5 Sep 2022

Research Could Help Design Materials for More Efficient Thermoelectric Devices

Thermoelectric devices convert thermal energy into electricity by generating a voltage from the difference in temperature between the hot and cold parts of a device. To better understand how the conversion process occurs at the atomic scale, researchers used neutrons to study single crystals of tin sulfide and tin selenide. They measured changes that were dependent on temperature.

5 Sep 2022

Scientists Develop New Method to Study of Some of the Rarest and Most Toxic Elements on Earth

The synthesis and study of radioactive compounds are naturally difficult due to the extreme toxicity of the materials involved, but also because of the cost and scarcity of research isotopes.

2 Sep 2022

Researchers Create Crystalline Solar Material with a Built-In Electric Field

???????Solar panels, also known as photovoltaics, rely on semiconductor devices, or solar cells, to convert energy from the sun into electricity.

1 Sep 2022

Research Aims to Unravel How and Why Space Affects Materials

For the next six months, a camera system on the exterior of the International Space Station (ISS) will be snapping photos of more than a dozen different material samples, gathering detailed information that will help researchers determine how – and why – the harsh conditions of space affect these materials.

30 Aug 2022

Termites Inspire Researchers to Develop a Framework for Designing New Materials

Inspired by the way termites build their nests, researchers at Caltech have developed a framework to design new materials that mimic the fundamental rules hidden in nature's growth patterns.

29 Aug 2022

An Innovative Technique to Provide Longer Life to Lithium Anodes

The key to producing better rechargeable lithium batteries could be a little brushing. Chemistry professor James Tour’s lab at Rice University developed a method for fine-tuning the surface of battery anodes by merely brushing particles into them.

23 Aug 2022

Researchers Use Neutron Scattering to Measure Internal Strain in 3D-Printed Metal Parts

Metal parts made using laser-based additive manufacturing (AM) can have residual strain resulting from rapid heating and cooling during printing. Annealing parts after printing reduces the strain but can cause unwanted structural changes. Researchers used neutron diffraction and neutron imaging to measure strain and determine optimal annealing for metal AM parts.

22 Aug 2022

Research may Pave the Way for Lighter, Stronger Carbon Fiber Materials and Stronger Plastics

New research from the group of Joshua Yuan, professor and chair of energy, environmental and chemical engineering at Washington University in St. Louis' McKelvey School of Engineering, may soon lead to even lighter, stronger carbon fiber -- and stronger plastics -- all using what is currently a waste product.

22 Aug 2022

Latest Understanding of Air-Sensitivity in Sodium-Based Layered-Oxide Cathode Materials

This Review paper is published in Science China Chemistry by Dr. Hu-Rong Yao (Fujian Normal University), Dr. Lituo Zheng (Fujian Normal University), Prof. Sen Xin (Institute of Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences) and Prof. Yu-Guo Guo (Institute of Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences).

17 Aug 2022

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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

Physicists Discover a New Quantum Phase Transition in Lithium Holmium Fluoride Material

Research Could Help Design Materials for More Efficient Thermoelectric Devices

Scientists Develop New Method to Study of Some of the Rarest and Most Toxic Elements on Earth

Researchers Create Crystalline Solar Material with a Built-In Electric Field

Research Aims to Unravel How and Why Space Affects Materials

Termites Inspire Researchers to Develop a Framework for Designing New Materials

An Innovative Technique to Provide Longer Life to Lithium Anodes

Researchers Use Neutron Scattering to Measure Internal Strain in 3D-Printed Metal Parts

Research may Pave the Way for Lighter, Stronger Carbon Fiber Materials and Stronger Plastics

Latest Understanding of Air-Sensitivity in Sodium-Based Layered-Oxide Cathode 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

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Nano-Observer II: AFM for Nanoscale Imaging

Discover Advanced Solutions for Thickness and Flaw Inspection with the OmniScan™ X4 Flaw Detector

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Analysis of Nitrogen Solubility in Soy Protein Using FT-NIR Spectroscopy

Quantifying Hydrogen Spin Isomers with Raman Spectroscopy

Revealing the Strength of Functionally Gradient Alloys Through Multiscale Characterization

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

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