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Research Leads to Better Understanding of Polymers

Polymers are huge molecules made up of thousands and millions of atoms bonded together in a repetitive pattern resembling a chain. Many things that are a part of everyday life are made up of these polymers, including tires, bottles, medical devices and airplanes.

19 Oct 2016

Polymer Breakthrough May Lead to Stronger and Better Everyday Products

According to a recent study at the University of Warwick, mobile phones, computers, medicine, and clothes could all be improved using the process applied for manufacturing paint.

19 Oct 2016

Huntsman Launches Cool New Solar Reflecting Altiris® Pigment For Exterior Plastic Applications

Unique patented technology for light colored plastics launched ahead of K2016.

From Huntsman International LLC 19 Oct 2016

New Polymer May Help Detect Early Stages of Kidney Disease

The advanced phase of acute kidney injury can be fatal in even one in two patients. Fortunately, now it will be possible to detect the disease in its initial stages, when treatment is still relatively simple and the prognosis good.

13 Oct 2016

Highly Durable Thermoplastic Foams, Composites Help Build Lighter and Recyclable Blades

As the sizes of offshore wind turbines increase, operators are finding it challenging to transport, install, disassemble, and dispose the gigantic rotor blades of these turbines. In partnership with other industry experts, Fraunhofer researchers are working towards developing highly durable thermoplastic composites and foams that will help in building lighter and recyclable blades.

5 Oct 2016

Development of Dynamically-Evolving Polymers Studied at CUNY

Director of the CUNY Advanced Science Research Center (ASRC)’s Nanoscience Initiative and Professor of Chemistry at Hunter College, Rein Ulijn led a study that promotes the development of dynamically-evolving polymers capable of forming spontaneously by becoming accustomed to their environment.

5 Oct 2016

Scientists use Non-Hazardous Solvents to Develop Plastic Solar Cells

Scientists at North Carolina State University and the Chinese Academy of Sciences have developed an effective, semi-printed plastic solar cell without using halogen solvents that are hazardous to the environment. These cells can be developed at room temperature, which creates implications for commercial production on a large-scale.

30 Sep 2016

Breakthrough Research on Lignin Could Transform Economics of Biofuel Production

Abundant, chock full of energy and bound so tightly that the only way to release its energy is through combustion — lignin has frustrated scientists for years.

19 Sep 2016

New Technique Measures Elasticity of Polymer Networks, Helps Designing New Materials

Polymers are known to have a unique degree of elasticity - the extent to which they can stretch when a force is applied. For almost 100 years, the efforts made by polymer scientists to predict the elasticity of the polymers have been hindered as the materials generally have structural flaws at the molecular level, and these flaws impact elasticity in a number of unfamiliar ways.

16 Sep 2016

LyondellBasell Selects La Porte, Texas Complex for High Density Polyethylene Plant

LyondellBasell, one of the world's largest plastics, chemical and refining companies, has selected its La Porte, Texas, manufacturing complex as the site for a new High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Plant.

12 Sep 2016

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.

Plastics and Polymers News

Research Leads to Better Understanding of Polymers

Polymer Breakthrough May Lead to Stronger and Better Everyday Products

Huntsman Launches Cool New Solar Reflecting Altiris® Pigment For Exterior Plastic Applications

New Polymer May Help Detect Early Stages of Kidney Disease

Highly Durable Thermoplastic Foams, Composites Help Build Lighter and Recyclable Blades

Development of Dynamically-Evolving Polymers Studied at CUNY

Scientists use Non-Hazardous Solvents to Develop Plastic Solar Cells

Breakthrough Research on Lignin Could Transform Economics of Biofuel Production

New Technique Measures Elasticity of Polymer Networks, Helps Designing New Materials

LyondellBasell Selects La Porte, Texas Complex for High Density Polyethylene Plant

Decoding Catalytic Processes: Advancing FTIR Research with Iso-Potential Operando Spectroscopy

Simplifying Mass Spectrometry Workflows for Routine Testing

Creating High Entropy Alloys and Other Advanced Materials

Advanced Reconstruction Toolbox from ZEISS

UltraCLAVE Microwave Digestion System from Milestone

PELCO® easiCore™ Rotary Disc Cutter for TEM, Semiconductors, and More

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Finding New Ways to Utilize Lignin and Lignosulfonate

Karl Fischer Titration for Battery Production

Optimized Flow Measurement for Hydrogen Applications

Exploring the Imaging of Perovskite Catalysts Bearing Exsolved Active Nanoparticles

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?

Plastics and Polymers News

Decoding Catalytic Processes: Advancing FTIR Research with Iso-Potential Operando Spectroscopy

Simplifying Mass Spectrometry Workflows for Routine Testing

Creating High Entropy Alloys and Other Advanced Materials

1Biochar-Based Slow-Release Fertilizers: A Step Toward More Sustainable Agriculture

2DNA Hydrogels: Advancing Biohybrid Material Production

3Revolutionizing Energy Storage: The Role of Bi2O3/rGO in Lithium-Sulfur Batteries

4New Semiconductor Design Center Strengthens Wales’ and UK’s Leadership in Chip Design

5Sealing Solutions from Parker Prädifa Enhance Efficiency and Safety of Electrolyzers and Fuel Cells

6Breakthrough Transforms Chemical Manufacturing – Boosting Speed, Safety and Sustainability

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