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A Helicoidal-Shaped Defect Discovered in Layered Polymers

Dr. Edwin L. Thomas, professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, and a team of researchers from Texas A&M University and Yonsei University recently discovered a helicoidal-shaped defect in layered polymers, uncovering how solvents can diffuse through layers and produce color changes.

25 May 2022

A Double Layer of Silk Improves Function of Surgical Masks

University of Cincinnati biologists found that a double layer of silk in combination with a surgical mask can enhance its ability to prevent the spread of viruses like COVID-19.

25 May 2022

How Can We Harvest Energy from Human Movement?

In an article recently published in the journal ACS Applied Energy Materials, researchers discussed the harvesting and application of human kinetic energy.

24 May 2022

The Advanced Materials Show Returns for 2022

Europe’s largest advanced and nano materials event returns on 29th and 30th June 2022 at the NEC in Birmingham. Previous years have seen over 4500+ attendees, 300+ exhibitors, and 100+ speakers.

From The Advanced Materials Show 24 May 2022

Quantum Design UK Announce Representation of Renaissance Scientific in the UK and Ireland

US manufacturer, Renaissance Scientific manufacture Cryogenic Nanopositioners & CryoAFMs.

From Quantum Design UK and Ireland Ltd 24 May 2022

How to Embed Active Components into a Selective Laser Sintering Print

Scientists from Columbia University’s Department of Mechanical Engineering have reported an innovative approach for embedding active electronic components into devices during selective laser printing, an additive manufacturing process.

23 May 2022

Superconductivity and Charge Density Waves Found to be Intrinsically Interconnected at the Nanoscopic Level

Room-temperature superconductors could transform everything from electrical grids to particle accelerators to computers – but before they can be realized, researchers need to better understand how existing high-temperature superconductors work.

23 May 2022

Researchers Create Novel Solutions for Elevated 3D Printing

3D printing (or additive manufacturing) is one of the subjects that will substantially and sustainably reshape the future. This is also true for the development of next-generation microsystems.

20 May 2022

Ultrahigh-Performing Piezoelectric Ceramics Could Lead to Improved Electronics

The ability of piezoelectric materials to convert mechanical energy into electrical energy and vice versa makes them useful for various applications from robotics to communication to sensors.

19 May 2022

Novel Method for Water-Splitting Energy Production

A team of Chinese researchers have presented a novel method for efficient solar water splitting. The approach demonstrated in new paper in ACS Applied Materials involves modifying bismuth vanadate anodes to enhance charge separation.

16 May 2022

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

A Helicoidal-Shaped Defect Discovered in Layered Polymers

A Double Layer of Silk Improves Function of Surgical Masks

How Can We Harvest Energy from Human Movement?

The Advanced Materials Show Returns for 2022

Quantum Design UK Announce Representation of Renaissance Scientific in the UK and Ireland

How to Embed Active Components into a Selective Laser Sintering Print

Superconductivity and Charge Density Waves Found to be Intrinsically Interconnected at the Nanoscopic Level

Researchers Create Novel Solutions for Elevated 3D Printing

Ultrahigh-Performing Piezoelectric Ceramics Could Lead to Improved Electronics

Novel Method for Water-Splitting Energy Production

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

Coolant Control Module for Plasma Cleaning

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

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

4Precisely-Doped Two-Dimensional Semiconductors For Monolithic Integrated Circuits

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6A Bio-Inspired Catalyst for Efficient Chemical Reactions

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