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Researchers Unravel How a Polymer Inhibits Ice Recrystallization

Cryoprotectants are used to protect biological material during frozen storage. They have to be removed when defrosting, and how much to use and how exactly they inhibit ice recrystallisation is poorly understood. The polymer poly(vinyl)alcohol (PVA) is arguably the most potent ice recrystallisation inhibitor and researchers from the University of Warwick have unravelled how exactly it works. This newly acquired knowledge base provides novel guidelines to design the next generation of cryoprotectants

16 Mar 2021

Researchers Develop Optimized Method for Recycling CFRP Composites

In recent years there has been an increased focus on the circular economy and a heightened demand for products made of recyclable materials, however many materials can only be recycled so many times before they begin to wear out.

9 Mar 2021

Laser Integration of Metals into Polymers for Developing Flexible Electronics

TPU researchers jointly with their colleagues from foreign universities have developed a method that allows for a laser-driven integration of metals into polymers to form electrically conductive composites. The research findings are presented in Ultra-Robust Flexible Electronics by Laser-Driven Polymer-Nanomaterials Integration article Ultra-Robust Flexible Electronics by Laser-Driven Polymer-Nanomaterials Integration, published in Advanced Functional Materials academic journal (Q1, IF 16,836).

3 Mar 2021

Producing Biobased Polyesters with Tunable Properties

As far as green chemistry is concerned, identifying novel and lasting solutions to the material needs is one of the main targets.

3 Mar 2021

Switching from Small to Medium-Sized Beverage Bottles Could Help Reduce Plastic Waste

A 20% shift in beverage sales from small to medium-sized plastic bottles could reduce the production of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) waste in the USA by over 9,000 tonnes annually, a study in Scientific Reports suggests.

26 Feb 2021

Collaborative Program Leads to the Discovery of Two-Dimensional Polymers

Army researchers reached a breakthrough in the nascent science of two-dimensional polymers thanks to a collaborative program that enlists the help of lead scientists and engineers across academia known as joint faculty appointments.

26 Feb 2021

New Pressure, Stretch Sensitive Materials Could be Used for Soft Robots

Animals and plants have the capability to respond quickly to changes in their surroundings, like a Venus flytrap that snaps shut when touched by a fly.

25 Feb 2021

Research Makes Living Cationic Polymerization More Efficient, Eco-friendly

In the modern world, several materials?ranging from the plastics dominating the globe to the electronic chips that power it?are made of polymers.

25 Feb 2021

UCF Joins Project to Develop Composites for Spacecraft, NASA Missions

Sometimes big things come in small packages, and the new thin but strong materials the University of Central Florida is helping NASA develop are no exception.

From AnalySwift, LLC 23 Feb 2021

Fast Curing, Silver Filled Epoxy Meets ISO 10993-5 Cytotoxicity Standards

Master Bond EP77M-FMed is a two part epoxy adhesive and sealant designed for use in the assembly of medical devices. It meets the ISO 10993-5 requirements and is not considered to have a cytotoxic effect.

From Master Bond Inc. 18 Feb 2021

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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

Researchers Unravel How a Polymer Inhibits Ice Recrystallization

Researchers Develop Optimized Method for Recycling CFRP Composites

Laser Integration of Metals into Polymers for Developing Flexible Electronics

Producing Biobased Polyesters with Tunable Properties

Switching from Small to Medium-Sized Beverage Bottles Could Help Reduce Plastic Waste

Collaborative Program Leads to the Discovery of Two-Dimensional Polymers

New Pressure, Stretch Sensitive Materials Could be Used for Soft Robots

Research Makes Living Cationic Polymerization More Efficient, Eco-friendly

UCF Joins Project to Develop Composites for Spacecraft, NASA Missions

Fast Curing, Silver Filled Epoxy Meets ISO 10993-5 Cytotoxicity Standards

Driving Efficiency and Sustainability: Tofwerk at Semicon Europa

Combining Particle Size, Zeta Potential and Shelf-life for Cutting Edge Research

Can we Decarbonize the Aerospace Industry?

High-Throughput Configurable Raman Probes for Versatile Applications

MX-Lab: Material Research & Alloying Machine

Using the LFA 717 HyperFlash for Light Flash Analysis

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Ensuring Accuracy and Long-Term Stability in qNMR Methods with External Calibration

Understanding Biological Indicators (BIs) in Hydrogen Peroxide Decontamination

NIR Spectroscopy Analysis of Fruit Juices

The Role of Sulfur Analysis in Advancing Superalloy Performance

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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

Driving Efficiency and Sustainability: Tofwerk at Semicon Europa

Combining Particle Size, Zeta Potential and Shelf-life for Cutting Edge Research

Can we Decarbonize the Aerospace Industry?

1A New Catalyst for Efficient CO2 Conversion

2Machine Learning-Optimized Graphene Metamaterial Solar Absorber Using Al-TiN-Fe

3Novel Method for Accelerating Charging Rates in Lithium-Sulfur Batteries

4New Membrane Technology Captures 99 % of Waste Aluminum

5Solid-Phase Recycling and Alloying of High-Strength Aluminum Scrap

6Scientists Advance X-Ray Technology with Innovative Hybrid Materials

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