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Using New "Lab on a Chip" Technology Developers Hope to Conduct DNA Test On the Spot

James Landers hopes to create a hand-held device that may eventually allow physicians, crime scene investigators, pharmacists, even the general public to quickly and inexpensively conduct DNA tests from almost anywhere, without need for a complex and expensive central laboratory.

22 Sep 2008

The Powdernium® Workstation Provides High Precision Quantity Measurement of Materials

The Powdernium® workstation from Symyx Technologies, Inc. has been designed to remove the bottleneck in laboratory workflow often created by the requirement for precise, traceable and reproducible weighing and dispensing of different sample types.

18 Sep 2008

NSF and EPA Announce Establishment of Centers for the Environmental Implications of Nanotechnology (CEIN)

The centers, led by UCLA and Duke University, will study how nanomaterials interact with the environment and with living systems, and will translate this knowledge into risk assessment and mitigation strategies useful in the development of nanotechnology.

18 Sep 2008

Scanning Tunnelling Microscopy Confirms Change in Carbon Nanotube Electronic Behaviours

Researchers at the University of Surrey's Advanced Technology Institute (UK) have used scanning tunnelling microscopy to confirm remarkable changes in the fundamental electronic behaviour when double-walled carbon na...

17 Sep 2008

Kent Displays Revolutionise Liquid Crystal Applications with Production of Flexible Displays

Kent Displays Inc. (KDI), a Kent State University partner, yesterday took delivery of a roll-to-roll production line which enables the manufacture of flexible displays, representing a significant change in the way liquid...

17 Sep 2008

Viscotek Release New Light Scattering Technique for Gel Permeation Chromatography (GPC) Applications

Viscotek has released an application note that describes a new light scattering technique that could be very helpful in Gel Permeation Chromatography (GPC) applications where the demands of sample solvent and mobile phase are different.

16 Sep 2008

NASA Performs Microgravity Research on Commercial Flights for the First Time

NASA for the first time last week used microgravity research flights aboard commercially-owned aircraft to test hardware and technologies. These flights, on an airplane operated by the Zero Gravity Corporation, simulated...

16 Sep 2008

The World's First Soft-Bodied Robot Tested by Zwick's Biaxial Testing Machine

Researchers at Tufts University in the US are using a Zwick biaxial testing machine to test biological and engineered biocompatible materials for the development of the world first soft-bodied robot.

From ZwickRoell GmbH Co. KG 15 Sep 2008

NASA Successfully Test New Motor for Ares I Rocket

Engineers at NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Ala., have completed first-round testing of a critical motor for NASA's new Ares I rocket. The Ares I is a two-stage rocket that will launch ast...

12 Sep 2008

Goodrich to Evaluate the Effects of Alternate Fuels for U.S. Air Force Aircrafts

Goodrich Corporation has received a contract from Universal Technology Corporation to evaluate the effects of using alternate fuels in Goodrich fuel measurement and management systems on U.S. Air Force aircraft. The c...

12 Sep 2008

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.

Materials Testing News

Using New "Lab on a Chip" Technology Developers Hope to Conduct DNA Test On the Spot

The Powdernium® Workstation Provides High Precision Quantity Measurement of Materials

NSF and EPA Announce Establishment of Centers for the Environmental Implications of Nanotechnology (CEIN)

Scanning Tunnelling Microscopy Confirms Change in Carbon Nanotube Electronic Behaviours

Kent Displays Revolutionise Liquid Crystal Applications with Production of Flexible Displays

Viscotek Release New Light Scattering Technique for Gel Permeation Chromatography (GPC) Applications

NASA Performs Microgravity Research on Commercial Flights for the First Time

The World's First Soft-Bodied Robot Tested by Zwick's Biaxial Testing Machine

NASA Successfully Test New Motor for Ares I Rocket

Goodrich to Evaluate the Effects of Alternate Fuels for U.S. Air Force Aircrafts

How do CT Instruments Help with Battery Analysis?

How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

Advancing Battery Science: PerkinElmer’s Role in Improving Chemistries and Recycling Efficiency

CSP Temperature Standards by Thermometrics

Coolant Control Module for Plasma Cleaning

Nano-Observer II: AFM for Nanoscale Imaging

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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?

Materials Testing News

How do CT Instruments Help with Battery Analysis?

How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

Advancing Battery Science: PerkinElmer’s Role in Improving Chemistries and Recycling Efficiency

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2New Catalyst Revolutionizes Hydrogen Peroxide Production

3The ECOFAP Project aims to make shoe soles and heels with a new 3D printing material based on tanned leather waste

4New Lithium Composite Promises Enhanced Safety and Lifespan

5A Bio-Inspired Catalyst for Efficient Chemical Reactions

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