Beth Ellison

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Study Results Pave Way to Device Application of Magnetic Topological Insulators

MIT researchers, in collaboration with scientists from the National Institute of Standards and Technology, Northeastern University, Brookhaven National Laboratory, and Boston College, have analyzed an unusual magnetic behavior with the help of spin-polarized neutron reflectometry.

18 Aug 2015

Small Droplets Can Self-Propel Themselves from Hydrophobic Thin Fibers

Researchers at Duke University and the University of British Columbia have discovered that droplets can launch themselves from thin fibers, a phenomenon that may find application in refining oil and purifying water.

18 Aug 2015

Solid-State Battery Electrolyte for Safer and Longer-Lasting Device Usage

A team of researchers from MIT and Samsung, along with others from California and Maryland, have developed a solid electrolyte which could vastly improve battery lifetime and safety.

18 Aug 2015

Atomic Layers of Transition Metals Sandwiched to Create Stable Material

Researchers at Drexel University have developed a new material-making method for creating an entirely new stable material for storing energy by 'sandwiching' atomic layers of materials such as molybdenum, titanium and carbon.

18 Aug 2015

Color-Changing Polymer-Based Material Could Help Detect Traumatic Brain Injuries

Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania have developed a new polymer-based material that is capable of changing colors based on the speed of impact inflicted on it to detect risk of brain damage.

18 Aug 2015

Campanile Probe Helps Study Impact of Illumination on 2D Molybdenum Disulfide at Molecular Scale

Scientists from the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) of the US Department of Energy have successfully performed a molecular-level analysis on the impact of illumination on 2D semiconductors using an innovative nano-optical probe called the Campanile probe.

18 Aug 2015

GRAPES Research Center Receives NSF Grant to Study Semiconducting Gallium Nitride

A team of researchers from the GRid-connected Advanced Power Electronic Systems Center (GRAPES) at the University of Arkansas has been awarded a $200,000 grant to analyze the modeling of gallium nitride (GaN) devices.

14 Aug 2015

Band Gap of Black Phosphorus Provides an Advantage Over Graphene

Researchers from the Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH) have tuned the band gap in Black Phosphorus (BP) to form a superior conductor, by transforming the semiconducting material into a special state of matter that has anisotropic dispersion. This achievement enables greater adaptability in design and optimization of solar panels, telecommunication lasers, and other such electronic and optoelectronic devices.

14 Aug 2015

Rice and Penn State Open a New Research Center for the Development of 2D Coatings

Pennsylvania State University and Rice University have opened a new center for the development of atomically thin 2D coatings for a range of applications.

14 Aug 2015

Improved CTC Molecule Shows Excellent Adhesive Strength in Aqueous Environments

Researchers at the Alison Butler Lab of UC Santa Barbara have successfully improved siderophore cyclic trichrysobactin (CTC), a tiny molecule that was previously discovered by them. This molecule can adhere in aqueous environments, and easily binds and transports iron in bacteria and other microorganisms.

10 Aug 2015

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.

Beth Ellison

Articles from Beth

Study Results Pave Way to Device Application of Magnetic Topological Insulators

Small Droplets Can Self-Propel Themselves from Hydrophobic Thin Fibers

Solid-State Battery Electrolyte for Safer and Longer-Lasting Device Usage

Atomic Layers of Transition Metals Sandwiched to Create Stable Material

Color-Changing Polymer-Based Material Could Help Detect Traumatic Brain Injuries

Campanile Probe Helps Study Impact of Illumination on 2D Molybdenum Disulfide at Molecular Scale

GRAPES Research Center Receives NSF Grant to Study Semiconducting Gallium Nitride

Band Gap of Black Phosphorus Provides an Advantage Over Graphene

Rice and Penn State Open a New Research Center for the Development of 2D Coatings

Improved CTC Molecule Shows Excellent Adhesive Strength in Aqueous Environments

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

ATS Series 3110/3210 - Lab Furnaces

Revontium™: Compact XRF Spectrometer

UV Cure Dielectric Sensor: Precision Monitoring for UV Cured Resins with Quick-Connect Fixture

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Harnessing the Potential of Tapes to Address Energy Challenges Across Industries

Observation of Paraffin Wax Crystallization in Lubricating Oils Using Scanning Electron Microscopy

Enhancing Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery Efficiency

How Isolation Works in a Simple Mass-Spring-Damper System

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?

Beth Ellison

Articles from Beth

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

1Transforming Carbon Dioxide and Lignin Into Biodegradable Polymers

2Advancement of 3D Printing with New Plastic Coating

3A Greener Way of Producing Ammonia

4Overcoming Challenges in Solid-State Sodium Battery Production

5New Recipes for Improved Battery Materials

6Making Stronger and Safer Lithium Batteries

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