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Nanyang Researchers Presented Review Article Surveying Clinical Applications of Shape Memory Polymers

Polymers that exhibit shape-memory effect (SME) are an important class of materials in medicine, especially for minimally invasive deployment of devices. Professor Subbu Venkatraman and his group from School of Materials Science and Engineering, Nanyang Technological University presented a review article surveying the clinical applications of the SME and addressing critically the question of its utility in implantable devices. Their work, entitled "Biomedical applications of shape-memory polymers: How practically useful are they?", was published in SCIENCE CHINA Chemistry.2014, Vol 57(4).

21 Apr 2014

International Chemist Team Develop Polymer with Unique Optical and Electric Properties

Electrically controlled glasses with continuously adjustable transparency, new polarisation filters, and even chemosensors capable of detecting single molecules of specific chemicals could be fabricated thanks to a new polymer unprecedentedly combining optical and electrical properties.

21 Apr 2014

Nine-Layer Film for Dry Food Packaging from Berry Plastics Group Receives Silver Award

Berry Plastics Group, Inc.’s new nine-layer film for dry food packaging, recently earned the Company a Silver Award for Technical Innovation from the Flexible Packaging Association (FPA).

From Berry Global, Inc. 21 Apr 2014

New Report on Plastic Processing Machinery Markets in China

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Plastic Processing Machinery Markets in China" report to their offering.

18 Apr 2014

In-Depth Study on the Global and Chinese Optical Polyester Film Industry

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global and Chinese Optical Polyester Film Industry Report 2014" report to their offering.

18 Apr 2014

New Technique to Extract Plastic-Like Material from Cork Trees

On the scale of earth-friendly materials, you'd be hard pressed to find two that are farther apart than polyester (not at all) and cork (very).

18 Apr 2014

Novel X-ray Detector Produced on Thin Plastic Substrate Delivers Breakthrough Medical-Grade Performance

Researchers from Holst Centre and imec have demonstrated the first ever X-ray detector produced on a plastic substrate that is capable of medical-grade performance. The proof-of-concept device delivers high-resolution, dynamic images at 25 frames per second (fps) and 200 pixels per inch (ppi) with high contrast using medical-level X-ray doses.

From IMEC 17 Apr 2014

BASF to Highlight Plastics Solutions at Chinaplas 2014

BASF and its customers are innovating with plastics solutions in Asia Pacific to address the sustainability challenges of the region and the world. At Chinaplas 2014, BASF will demonstrate solutions that help local and international companies compete in areas such as lightweight solutions that improve automotive fuel efficiency and comfort; consumer product safety; buildings with better environmental performance; and manufacturing efficiency, which is enhanced through accelerated polymer densification and other process innovations.

From BASF Corporation 15 Apr 2014

American Coatings Show 2014: Michelman to Highlight New Ecronova Brand Polymers

Michelman’s new Ecronova brand polymer binders represent the basis of many leading paints, coatings and lacquers. The company’s line of water-based polymers include styrene acrylics, pure acrylic emulsions, vinyl acetate copolymers and polyurethane dispersions.

From Michelman Inc 10 Apr 2014

Stratasys Introduces Advanced Simulated Polypropylene Material for PolyJet 3D Printing

Stratasys Ltd., a leading global provider of 3D printing and additive manufacturing solutions, today introduced Endur, an advanced simulated polypropylene material for use with all Objet EdenV, Objet Connex, Objet500 Connex3 and Objet 30Pro 3D Printers.

From Stratasys Ltd. 8 Apr 2014

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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.

Plastics and Polymers News

Nanyang Researchers Presented Review Article Surveying Clinical Applications of Shape Memory Polymers

International Chemist Team Develop Polymer with Unique Optical and Electric Properties

Nine-Layer Film for Dry Food Packaging from Berry Plastics Group Receives Silver Award

New Report on Plastic Processing Machinery Markets in China

In-Depth Study on the Global and Chinese Optical Polyester Film Industry

New Technique to Extract Plastic-Like Material from Cork Trees

Novel X-ray Detector Produced on Thin Plastic Substrate Delivers Breakthrough Medical-Grade Performance

BASF to Highlight Plastics Solutions at Chinaplas 2014

American Coatings Show 2014: Michelman to Highlight New Ecronova Brand Polymers

Stratasys Introduces Advanced Simulated Polypropylene Material for PolyJet 3D Printing

Achieving Precision and Efficiency in Oil and Lubricant Quality Control

How IKK Uses Extruders in Polymer Recycling Opportunities

Insights into the Role of Benchtop NMR in Biofluid Analysis with Philippe Wilson

Transforming AFM Systems with the Galaxy Dual Controller

Unlock Precision in Wafer Measurement with MicroProf AP

ELEMENTRAC CN-r for High-Throughput Laboratories

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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

Achieving Precision and Efficiency in Oil and Lubricant Quality Control

How IKK Uses Extruders in Polymer Recycling Opportunities

Insights into the Role of Benchtop NMR in Biofluid Analysis with Philippe Wilson

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2Potential graphene breakthrough in carbon capture

3The Potential of 3D Printed Tungsten for Nuclear Reactor Applications

4Absolute EMS Expands Capabilities to Support the AI Industry with High-Complexity, High-Reliability PCB Assembly Services

5Method to Create High-Performance, Easily Recyclable Plastics Developed

6Imaging Anode-Free Solid-State Batteries using Electron Backscatter Diffraction

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