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Scientists Discover First Experimental Evidence of Magnetic Hopfions

Hopfions, magnetic spin structures predicted decades ago, have become a hot and challenging research topic in recent years. In a study published in Nature today, the first experimental evidence is presented by a Swedish-German-Chinese research collaboration

24 Nov 2023

New Electrochemical Compressor Technology Paves the Way for Carbon-Neutral Future

In line with the Korean government's recent efforts to achieve the goal of "going carbon neutral by 2050," the energy transition from fossil fuels to new and renewable sources of energy has been gaining speed.

24 Nov 2023

Tufts University Silklab Develops Revolutionary Bio-Integrated Transistors

Your phone may have more than 15 billion tiny transistors packed into its microprocessor chips. The transistors are made of silicon, metals like gold and copper, and insulators that together take an electric current and convert it to 1s and 0s to communicate information and store it.

23 Nov 2023

Thermoelectric Materials: Gordon Peterson's Quest for Sustainable Energy

Massive amounts of heat are produced and lost through industrial manufacturing. What if we could capture that heat and use it as a form of energy?

23 Nov 2023

New Carbon Material Paves the Way for High-Performance Supercapacitors

Guided by machine learning, chemists at the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory designed a record-setting carbonaceous supercapacitor material that stores four times more energy than the best commercial material.

22 Nov 2023

World's First Flexible and Efficient Thermoelectric Generator Developed by KERI Researchers

A team of Dr. Hyekyoung Choi and Min Ju Yun of Energy Conversion Materials Research Center, Korea Electrotechnology Research Institute (KERI) has developed a technology that can increase the flexibility and efficiency of thermoelectric generator to the world's highest level by using 'mechanical metamaterials' that do not exist in nature.

22 Nov 2023

WSU Researchers Create Implantable Material with Inherent Antibacterial Properties

A novel surgical implant developed by Washington State University researchers was able to kill 87% of the bacteria that cause staph infections in laboratory tests, while remaining strong and compatible with surrounding tissue like current implants.

22 Nov 2023

Cambridge Engineers Uncover Weaknesses in Soft Robotic Cones

Cambridge engineers investigating the load-bearing capacity of conical shells, made from soft materials, have discovered performance-limiting weaknesses that could have implications for soft robotics – affecting the ability of morphing cones to perform fundamental mechanical tasks.

17 Nov 2023

Glass Powder Could Revolutionize Trauma Treatment

Can a glass powder that was developed to stop bleeding after gunshot wounds and other body trauma also serve as an antibacterial and help stave off infections?

9 Nov 2023

ORNL Scientist Wins Top Award for Leadership and Contributions to Materials Research

Oak Ridge National Laboratory's Michael McGuire has received the lab's Director's Award for Outstanding Individual Accomplishment in Science and Technology and the Distinguished Researcher award for his leadership and contributions to materials research.

8 Nov 2023

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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.

Materials Science News

Scientists Discover First Experimental Evidence of Magnetic Hopfions

New Electrochemical Compressor Technology Paves the Way for Carbon-Neutral Future

Tufts University Silklab Develops Revolutionary Bio-Integrated Transistors

Thermoelectric Materials: Gordon Peterson's Quest for Sustainable Energy

New Carbon Material Paves the Way for High-Performance Supercapacitors

World's First Flexible and Efficient Thermoelectric Generator Developed by KERI Researchers

WSU Researchers Create Implantable Material with Inherent Antibacterial Properties

Cambridge Engineers Uncover Weaknesses in Soft Robotic Cones

Glass Powder Could Revolutionize Trauma Treatment

ORNL Scientist Wins Top Award for Leadership and Contributions to Materials Research

What's Next for the Oil Lubrication Industry?

Multi-User Facilities: Effectively Supporting Research Goals Across Academia and Industry

What are the Benefits of Single-Crystal Sapphire?

Puncture Fixture Equipment - Features and Applications

HMK-CD4 Nano Particle Size Analyzer

Defender™ Omega Handheld Raman Analyzer

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Sustainable Battery Manufacturing: Industry 4.0 Solutions

Battery Cell Characterization: Electrochemical and Prismatic Cells

Creating Superhydrophobic Surfaces with Plasma Treatment

Strategies for Effective Control and Isolation in Variable Building Environments

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?

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What's Next for the Oil Lubrication Industry?

Multi-User Facilities: Effectively Supporting Research Goals Across Academia and Industry

What are the Benefits of Single-Crystal Sapphire?

1Flame-Retardant Transparent Bamboo Outperforms Silica Glass

2Eco-Friendly Zinc Battery Targets Global Electricity Access

3Smart Contact Lenses Offer Real-Time Pressure Data

4New Smart Adhesive with Unmatched Strength and Versatility

5Global Textile Designer Unveils First Printed Wool Collection Using Digital Print Technology

6New Photocatalyst to Improve Decarbonization and Other Chemical Reactions

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