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New Platinum and Copper Alloy Catalyst Converts Methane in Shale Gas into Hydrocarbon Fuels

Methane in shale gas can be converted into hydrocarbon fuels with the help of an innovative platinum and copper alloy catalyst.

9 Jan 2018

New Method for Depositing Small Amounts of Energetic Materials

Researchers have developed a method for depositing small amounts of energetic materials by employing the same technology as an inkjet printer.

9 Jan 2018

Understanding the impact of high shear blending

Freeman Technology's application note reveals how high-shear blending impacts powder mixtures, optimizing processes for improved product quality and efficiency.

From Malvern Panalytical 9 Jan 2018

MIT Develops New Method to Create Strong, Resilient Nanofibers for Many Applications

A team of researchers at MIT have developed a process to create ultrafine fibers that are remarkably strong and tough, with a number of applications.

8 Jan 2018

Epoxy Based, Dual Curing Adhesive Offering Thixotropic Dispensing Profile

This thixotropic, UV and heat curing compound provides outstanding dimensional stability and is ideal for bonding, sealing, and coating applications.

From Master Bond Inc. 8 Jan 2018

Low Cost 3D Printed Reactors for Continuous Flow Synthesis

UCL's Hilton Research Group leverages the FlowSyn™ system for continuous flow chemistry, overcoming challenges with 3D printed solvent-resistant reactors.

From Uniqsis Ltd 8 Jan 2018

Raman spectroscopy helps battery research

Research at the University of Liverpool focuses on advanced energy storage devices, using operando Raman microscopy to study electrode interfacial processes.

From Renishaw plc - Spectroscopy 8 Jan 2018

University of Nantes uses Magnetic Spinsolve in the development of new benchtop NMR methods

At the University of Nantes, the Spinsolve NMR system is pivotal in developing ultrafast quantitative 2D NMR methods, advancing liquid-state NMR applications.

From Magritek 8 Jan 2018

Nordson ASYMTEK acquires Infiniti Dosing o.m.s. product lines to expand fluid dispensing options for mini, micro, and nano electronics applications

Nordson ASYMTEK enhances its fluid delivery systems with the acquisition of Infiniti Dosing's progressive cavity pump technology for electronics manufacturing.

From Nordson ASYMTEK 8 Jan 2018

NEWT Center Developing a Catalytic Converter for Nitrate-Polluted Water

A catalyst capable of cleaning toxic nitrates from drinking water by converting them into water and air has been discovered.

8 Jan 2018

Researchers Show How to Enhance Nanomaterials for Fuel-Cell Cathodes

Nitrogen-doped carbon nanotubes or modified graphene nanoribbons may be ideal replacements for platinum, used for rapid oxygen reduction.

8 Jan 2018

New Class of Perovskites for More Efficient Solar Cells

A technique for developing hybrid thin-film materials, which are usually incredibly difficult to develop, has been devised by material scientists from Duke University.

5 Jan 2018

Long Lasting Battery Uses Both Oxygen and Iron to Drive More Lithium Ions

Researchers have developed a rechargeable lithium-iron-oxide battery capable of cycling more lithium ions than its common lithium-cobalt-oxide counterpart.

4 Jan 2018

Elementar Invests in New Headquarters for Americas Subsidiary

Elementar's Ronkonkoma facility will drive innovation in elemental analysis and mass spectrometry, supporting our mission to serve the scientific community.

4 Jan 2018

Michelman Bolsters India Presence with New Website

CINCINNATI, OH (January 3, 2018) – Michelman continues to strengthen its commitment to the Indian market with the launch of a new website www.michelman.in. The site focuses specifically on the needs of the Indian packaging market and highlights its major investment, the Michelman Innovation Centre for Coatings.

4 Jan 2018