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Tissue Engineering Could One Day Heal "Broken Hearts"

Broken hearts could one day be mended using a novel scaffold developed by MIT researchers and colleagues.The idea is that living heart cells or stem cells seeded onto such a scaffold would develop into a patch of cardiac...

3 Nov 2008

Researchers Developing Improved Method for Producing Titanium Alloy Powder for Artificial Joints

That could mean titanium joints, which can resist corrosion for the lifetime of a patient, could be affordable enough to replace stainless steel joints, which are commonly used today but can corrode after five years. And that could save patients the additional surgeries required to replace failing artificial joints.

2 Nov 2008

Dow Chemical Introduce New Family of Ultraviolet (UV) Protection-Boosting Polymers

Compatible with both inorganic UV absorbers and inorganic/organic blends, the polymers will be marketed as SolTerra™ Boost.

2 Nov 2008

Metabolix Bioplastic Receives European Biodegradability Conformity

Metabolix, Inc. announced that Mirel™ bioplastic resins produced by Telles™, its joint venture with Archer Daniels Midland Company, have received the European conformity certification of "OK Biodegradabl...

31 Oct 2008

Researchers Developing New Imaging Agents for Breast Cancer Detection

Clemson University researchers developing imaging agents to allow a new method of detecting breast cancers have received $180,000 from the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Breast cancer is the second leading caus...

30 Oct 2008

BASF Develops Water-Repellant Adhesive for Thermal Insulation

For insulating buildings exposed to groundwater with Styrodur® C, BASF’s green extruded polystyrene rigid-foam panels (XPS), BASF subsidiary PCI Augsburg has recently developed PCI Pecimor DK, a water-repellant adhesive.

30 Oct 2008

Examination of Structural, Mechanical and Tribological Properties of Natural Fiber Polymer Composites

Bio-degradable materials are on the increase as a direct response to heightened
awareness of environmental issues. Plant-based natural fiber reinforced polymer
composites are an illustration of this, replacing conventional materials used
in applications such as automobiles. Tribology of natural fiber polymer composites
from Woodhead Publishing
examines the availability and processing of natural fiber polymer composites
and their structural, mechanical and tribological properties.

28 Oct 2008

BASF’s Cost Saving Polystyrene Used in Beverage Bottles

SCHWÄLBCHEN AG, a dairy company in Bad Schwalbach, Germany, is now using beverage bottles made of BASF’s Polystyrene.

27 Oct 2008

Designer Nanotechnology Molecules Soon to Revolutionize Novel Materials

Materials science and the pharmaceutical industry could soon be revolutionized by emerging nanotechnologies based on designer molecules with long complex tree-and branch structures. Such molecules offer almost limitless ...

26 Oct 2008

Michelman’s Release Abrasion Resistant Coating For Corrugated Shipping Containers

Michelman’s Nomar Series of abrasion resistant coatings meet market requirements for non-scuff performance for corrugated shipping containers. When shipping items, as small as a box of cereal or as large as a di...

From Michelman Inc 26 Oct 2008

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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

Tissue Engineering Could One Day Heal "Broken Hearts"

Researchers Developing Improved Method for Producing Titanium Alloy Powder for Artificial Joints

Dow Chemical Introduce New Family of Ultraviolet (UV) Protection-Boosting Polymers

Metabolix Bioplastic Receives European Biodegradability Conformity

Researchers Developing New Imaging Agents for Breast Cancer Detection

BASF Develops Water-Repellant Adhesive for Thermal Insulation

Examination of Structural, Mechanical and Tribological Properties of Natural Fiber Polymer Composites

BASF’s Cost Saving Polystyrene Used in Beverage Bottles

Designer Nanotechnology Molecules Soon to Revolutionize Novel Materials

Michelman’s Release Abrasion Resistant Coating For Corrugated Shipping Containers

How IKK Uses Extruders in Polymer Recycling Opportunities

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

Particle Size Analysis: Focus on the Essentials with the New Camsizer S1

Unlock Precision in Wafer Measurement with MicroProf AP

ELEMENTRAC CN-r for High-Throughput Laboratories

High-Resolution Industrial X-Ray CT Scanner

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What is the Difference Between Glass and Ceramics?

The Hidden Dangers of BPA in Plastic Water Bottles and How to Test for Them

How to Optimize Semiconductor Lithography with Multi-Sensor Metrology

Optimization Of The Absorption Solution For Measuring Bromine Content In Polystyrene Using Combustion IC

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

How IKK Uses Extruders in Polymer Recycling Opportunities

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

Particle Size Analysis: Focus on the Essentials with the New Camsizer S1

1Discovering Stable Single-Electron Covalent Bond Between Carbon Atoms

2Introducing the Quantum Diamond Microscope from Quantum Catalyzer

3New Cathode Material for Lithium-Ion Batteries

4Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence Drive Electrolyte Innovation

5Sustainable Sunscreen Alternative Developed Using Lignin and Titanium Dioxide

6AI-Powered Catalyst Design for Efficient Hydrogen Generation, Carbon Capture, and Energy Storage

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