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Researchers Create the World’s Lightest Isotope of Magnesium to Date

In collaboration with an international team of researchers, Michigan State University has helped create the world's lightest version, or isotope, of magnesium to date.

24 Dec 2021

Using Molybdenum Trioxide to Create Invisibility Devices

Invisibility devices may soon no longer be the stuff of science fiction. A new study published in the De Gruyter journal Nanophotonics by lead authors Huanyang Chen at Xiamen University, China, and Qiaoliang Bao, suggests the use of the material Molybdenum Trioxide (a-MoO3) to replace expensive and difficult to produce metamaterials in the emerging technology of novel optical devices.

23 Dec 2021

New High-Performance Oxide-Ion Conductors may Pave the Way for Next-Generation Batteries

Stable and high oxide-ion conductors based on a new hexagonal perovskite-related oxide has been reported by scientists at Tokyo Tech, Kojundo Chemical Laboratory Co. Ltd. and Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO) in a recent study.

22 Dec 2021

Surprising Metamorphosis in Material Could Lead to Better-Performing Electronic Devices

Scientists have discovered that manganese coupled with sulfide, when under pressure, undergoes a surprising metamorphosis with potential uses in next-generation electronics.

21 Dec 2021

Optimizing the Performance of Fuel Cells by Activating Lattice Oxygen in Perovskite Oxide

To optimize the performance of fuel cells, a golden ratio must be found. Recently, a Korean research team has uncovered that the performance of fuel cells varies depending on the Co-doping level.

20 Dec 2021

Negative Capacitance in Topological Transistors Could Reduce Computing’s Unsustainable Energy Load

Australian researchers have discovered that negative capacitance could lower the energy used in electronics and computing, which represents 8% of global electricity demand.

17 Dec 2021

Mass Spectrometry Analysis of Low Solubility, High Molecular Weight Compounds

BioChromato Inc. has published a new application report that details how their ionRocket sample preparation device, used in combination with Direct Analysis in Real Time Mass Spectrometry enables routine analysis of low solubility, high molecular weight compounds.

From BioChromato Inc. 16 Dec 2021

Flaws in Diamonds May Offer a Close-To-Perfect Interface for Quantum Computing

Flaws in diamonds -; atomic defects where carbon is replaced by nitrogen or another element -; may offer a close-to-perfect interface for quantum computing, a proposed communications exchange that promises to be faster and more secure than current methods.

16 Dec 2021

Advances in Understanding the Fundamental Physics of Phase Change Materials

As the world searches for practical ways to decarbonize our activities and mitigate associated climate change, approaches to alternative energy are hampered by the intermittent nature of energy sources, such as solar and wind.

15 Dec 2021

Organic Materials and Electronics Could Help Power Robot Navigation in Future

The working system of the human brain is way different from a computer as the brain works with biological cells and electrical impulses whereas a computer uses silicon-based transistors.

14 Dec 2021

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

Researchers Create the World’s Lightest Isotope of Magnesium to Date

Using Molybdenum Trioxide to Create Invisibility Devices

New High-Performance Oxide-Ion Conductors may Pave the Way for Next-Generation Batteries

Surprising Metamorphosis in Material Could Lead to Better-Performing Electronic Devices

Optimizing the Performance of Fuel Cells by Activating Lattice Oxygen in Perovskite Oxide

Negative Capacitance in Topological Transistors Could Reduce Computing’s Unsustainable Energy Load

Mass Spectrometry Analysis of Low Solubility, High Molecular Weight Compounds

Flaws in Diamonds May Offer a Close-To-Perfect Interface for Quantum Computing

Advances in Understanding the Fundamental Physics of Phase Change Materials

Organic Materials and Electronics Could Help Power Robot Navigation in Future

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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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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