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Storing Liquid Fuel within Polymeric Gel Network Prevents Fast Evaporation, Study Finds

Despite their widespread use, liquid fuels with high energy density are hazardous to transport and store due to their volatility, which generates explosive gas mixtures.

12 May 2022

Scientists Incorporate DNA into Polymers to Create Calcium Sensors

Metal ion pollution is a key challenge in environmental remediation currently, requiring powerful and reliable detection methods to monitor levels of ions in the environment. A team of researchers from Egypt has presented a novel approach to creating calcium sensors: incorporating DNA. Their work has appeared in the journal Polymers.

9 May 2022

Plastics Get a Unique Digital Watermark Thanks to Mems Technology

CSEM worked with matriq AG to develop an innovative marking technology for plastics called DynamicMold. Together, they manufactured a MEMS micro-heating system that applies data matrix codes directly onto plastic components during molding.

From CSEM 9 May 2022

Graphene-Oxide Enabled Bioplastics for Food Packaging Use

Scientists from the University of Aveiro in Portugal have reported the development of new starch/chitosan biofilms for use in food packaging. The films have been functionalized with rGO, and alongside the superior mechan...

6 May 2022

Encouraging Heart Cell Growth with Nanostructured Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes

In an article recently published in the open-access journal Polymers, researchers discussed the development of interfaces based on laser-structured arrays of carbon nanotubes with albumin for electrical stimulation of heart cell growth.

5 May 2022

Researchers Present New Idea of Incorporating Old Masks into a Cement Mixture to Create Stronger and More Durable Concrete

Scientists have illustrated the concept of incorporating old masks into a cement mixture to make stronger and more durable concrete. This has happened with the widespread single-use masks during the pandemic presenting an environmental issue at present.

28 Apr 2022

Researchers Adopt Covalent Organic Frameworks Foam Separators by Melt Polymerization

Special economic and environmental benefits in particular applications have been displayed by the adsorption-based (for example, gas or liquid molecules) isolation technologies.

25 Apr 2022

Radiation Shielding with Lead-Free Polymer Composites

A team of scientists writing in Polymers has investigated the development of lead-free polymer composites for use as materials in radiation-shielding clothing.

25 Apr 2022

Tackling the Issue of Plastic Lab Waste with Polylactic Acid Bioplastics

In a review recently published in the open-access journal Materials, researchers examined the potential of polylactic acid as a replacement material for single-use laboratory components.

22 Apr 2022

Boost for Better Batteries in Consumer Electronics

An international research team has moved closer to developing a more sustainable, rechargeable ‘organic’ battery model by doubling its energy storage capability.

22 Apr 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.

Plastics and Polymers News

Storing Liquid Fuel within Polymeric Gel Network Prevents Fast Evaporation, Study Finds

Scientists Incorporate DNA into Polymers to Create Calcium Sensors

Plastics Get a Unique Digital Watermark Thanks to Mems Technology

Graphene-Oxide Enabled Bioplastics for Food Packaging Use

Encouraging Heart Cell Growth with Nanostructured Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes

Researchers Present New Idea of Incorporating Old Masks into a Cement Mixture to Create Stronger and More Durable Concrete

Researchers Adopt Covalent Organic Frameworks Foam Separators by Melt Polymerization

Radiation Shielding with Lead-Free Polymer Composites

Tackling the Issue of Plastic Lab Waste with Polylactic Acid Bioplastics

Boost for Better Batteries in Consumer Electronics

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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