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R&D Magazine Award the 2014 R&D 100 Prize to Field Forensics

St. Petersburg, FL – July 20, 2014 – Field Forensics (FFI) announces that the editors of R&D Magazine have selected the microTLC™ as a winner of the 52nd annual R&D100 Award, an international competition that recognizes the 100 most technologically significant products introduced into the marketplace over the past year.

From Field Forensics 21 Jul 2014

New NTA 3.0 software that drives NanoSight Nanoparticle Tracking Analysis (NTA) systems

Malvern Panalytical has launched NTA 3.0, a new version of the software that drives its NanoSight Nanoparticle Tracking Analysis (NTA) systems.

From Malvern Panalytical 18 Jul 2014

Masterbatch Almond Shell Formulations Successfully Achieved on Standard Thermoplastic Matrixes

New masterbatches formulations with almond shell have been successfully achieved on standard thermoplastic matrixes in the framework of a research project. These formulations, which are ready for the market, have been effectively applied in two demonstrators: toy and auxiliary furniture with interesting aesthetic and mechanical properties fitting the focused applications.

16 Jul 2014

Armourglass Offers Tritium-Illuminated Watches with Shatterproof Crystal Glass

Where will your watch take you? Climb higher, go further, dive deeper, and see brighter! No more limitations with your watch!

14 Jul 2014

Electricity Harnessed from Water Condensing and Jumping from a Superhydrophobic Surface

Last year, MIT researchers discovered that when water droplets spontaneously jump away from superhydrophobic surfaces during condensation, they can gain electric charge in the process. Now, the same team has demonstrated that this process can generate small amounts of electricity that might be used to power electronic devices.

14 Jul 2014

New Report on Key Aspect of Amber’s Architecture

The warm beauty of amber was captivating and mysterious enough to inspire myths in ancient times, and even today, some of its secrets remain locked inside the fossilized tree resin.

11 Jul 2014

Sponge-Like Silicon Material Could Increase Storage Capacity of Lithium-Ion Batteries

The lithium-ion batteries that power our laptops and electric vehicles could store more energy and run longer on a single charge with the help of a sponge-like silicon material.

10 Jul 2014

Proteins in Squid Sucker Ring Teeth May Help Develop Strong, but Malleable, Materials

Squid tentacles are loaded with hundreds of suction cups, or suckers, and each sucker has a ring of razor-sharp "teeth" that help these mighty predators latch onto and take down prey.

3 Jul 2014

ECSEL JU Receives Unprecedentedly Strong Submission of Expression of Interest

About 1500 European companies, research institutes and Universities got together in consortia and submitted Expressions of Interest indicating their readiness to propose in 2014 at least 74 R&D projects with a total of 2.9 Billion euro eligible costs to be funded through the new ECSEL Joint Undertaking (JU).

1 Jul 2014

National Institute for Materials Science Announces Awards for 2014

The NIMS Award 2014 goes to Professor Mitsuo Sawamoto at Kyoto University, who contributed to the establishment of a precision synthesis method of polymers, and Professor Krzysztof Matyjaszewski at Carnegie Mellon University, who developed atom transfer radical polymerization. A ceremony to present the award to the winners and their memorial lectures will be held at NIMS Conference 2014.

1 Jul 2014

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 Research News

R&D Magazine Award the 2014 R&D 100 Prize to Field Forensics

New NTA 3.0 software that drives NanoSight Nanoparticle Tracking Analysis (NTA) systems

Masterbatch Almond Shell Formulations Successfully Achieved on Standard Thermoplastic Matrixes

Armourglass Offers Tritium-Illuminated Watches with Shatterproof Crystal Glass

Electricity Harnessed from Water Condensing and Jumping from a Superhydrophobic Surface

New Report on Key Aspect of Amber’s Architecture

Sponge-Like Silicon Material Could Increase Storage Capacity of Lithium-Ion Batteries

Proteins in Squid Sucker Ring Teeth May Help Develop Strong, but Malleable, Materials

ECSEL JU Receives Unprecedentedly Strong Submission of Expression of Interest

National Institute for Materials Science Announces Awards for 2014

How can Charge Photometry be Used for Battery Screening and Development?

Comparing Computed Radiography and Digital Detector Arrays

How the RSC is Empowering the Future of Chemical Sciences

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Exploring Wet Granulation in Tablet Manufacturing

Going the Extra Mile: Why Use Agitated Nutsche Filter Dryers (ANFDs) Instead of Büchner Funnels for Solid-Liquid Separation

Choosing the Ideal Automotive Bonding Tape: Testing Methods for Optimal Performance

VOCs and SVOCs - How to Achieve Cleaner Air

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 Research News

How can Charge Photometry be Used for Battery Screening and Development?

Comparing Computed Radiography and Digital Detector Arrays

How the RSC is Empowering the Future of Chemical Sciences

1New Electrolyte Improves Battery Production and Recycling

2New Smart Adhesive with Unmatched Strength and Versatility

3Longer-Lasting Catalyst Boosts Hydrogen Production

4New Solid-State Electrolyte Increases the Affordability of Green Energy Storage

5Max Space Utilizes ALUULA Material for Space Habitat Construction

6New Tech Makes Gold Recovery from E-waste Easier and Greener

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