Kris Walker

Managing Editor/Head of Content

Kris has a BA(hons) in Media & Performance from the University of Salford. Aside from overseeing the editorial and video teams, Kris can be found in far flung corners of the world capturing the story behind the science on behalf of our clients. Outside of work, Kris is finally seeing a return on 25 years of hurt supporting Manchester City.

Articles from Kris

Graphene, Metal Among Advances in 3D Printing

Since the 2010 Nobel Committee awarded the physics prize to two researchers who discovered graphene, interest in the material has risen.

1 Nov 2013

Glitter, Glass, and Other Solar Panels of the Future

In the future, people could generate power by wearing the right fashions. A solar glitter developed by Sandia National Laboratories researcher Greg Nielson may be able to turn any fabric—or other surface—into a viable solar panel. Nielson isn't the first person to get fashionable with solar power. A

31 Oct 2013

Spectrometer Technology and Applications

A spectrometer is a device for measuring wavelengths of light over a wide range of the electromagnetic spectrum. It is widely used for spectroscopic analysis of sample materials.

31 Oct 2013

Industries at the Forefront of a 3D Printing Revolution

3D printing continues to be the technology on the forefront of the new industrial revolution. These three industries are harnessing the power of 3D printing to revolutionise their products today.

30 Oct 2013

Advanced Protective Coatings: An Interview with Dr Ganesh Skandan, CEO of NEI Corporation

Dr. Ganesh Skandan talks to AZoM about advanced protective coatings and the NANOMYTE® range at NEI Corporation.

21 Oct 2013

NASA Tests 3D Printed Rocket Engine

3D printing and additive manufacturing has the potential to be used within space travel.

24 Aug 2013

Using Graphene in Carbon Fiber

Carbon fiber is a material used in various applications across many industries. The demand and popularity of this material are attributed to its strength and lightweight properties.

22 Aug 2013

Infinergy™ Technology in Adidas Running Shoes

The manufacturing and distribution of sportwear is one of the most commercial industries in the world. Footwear is among the more universal items of sports wear reaching a lot of different sports using similar types of sneaker.

13 Aug 2013

The 3D Printing Pen

With technological advancements in 3D printing it won’t be long until we see 3D printers becoming more commercial and being a part of consumer homes.

25 Jul 2013

NASA's Hypersonic Inflatable Heat Shield

A breakthrough development by NASA’s Space Technology Program has made a successful trip through the earth’s atmosphere testing a revolutionary heat shield.

The Inflatable Re-entry Vehicle Experiment (IRVE-3) is an inflatable heat shield that travelled at hypersonic speeds of up to 7,600 mph.

23 Jul 2013

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.

Kris Walker

Articles from Kris

Graphene, Metal Among Advances in 3D Printing

Glitter, Glass, and Other Solar Panels of the Future

Spectrometer Technology and Applications

Industries at the Forefront of a 3D Printing Revolution

Advanced Protective Coatings: An Interview with Dr Ganesh Skandan, CEO of NEI Corporation

NASA Tests 3D Printed Rocket Engine

Using Graphene in Carbon Fiber

Infinergy™ Technology in Adidas Running Shoes

The 3D Printing Pen

NASA's Hypersonic Inflatable Heat Shield

A Platform Approach to Scientific Data Flow Management: Everything You Need to Know

Advancing Laboratory Collaboration - Connexus®

Discussing Market Expansion and Business Strategy with PerkinElmer

Revontium™: Compact XRF Spectrometer

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

Top Loading Furnaces From Deltech

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Determining 31 Elements in Soil

Nasal Spray Device Measurement Using Laser Diffraction and the Spraytec

Successful Optical Deployments in Space

Overcoming the Graphene Challenge: Haydale's Novel Plasma Functionalisation Process Paves the Way for Seamless Graphene Integration

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?

Kris Walker

Articles from Kris

A Platform Approach to Scientific Data Flow Management: Everything You Need to Know

Advancing Laboratory Collaboration - Connexus®

Discussing Market Expansion and Business Strategy with PerkinElmer

1Overcoming Challenges in Solid-State Sodium Battery Production

2The Future of High-Energy Lithium-Ion Batteries

3Microbial Platform for Producing Biodegradable Polylactide Modifiers

4Integrating Electronics into Textiles: The Revolution of Chipless, Flexible Fibers

5New Recipes for Improved Battery Materials

6Trinseo Introduces Groundbreaking Flame-Retardant Plastic Grades Without Using PFAS Additives During Manufacturing Process

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Editorial Highlights