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3D-Printable Hydrogel Implants Match Strength and Elasticity of Human Cartilage

A team of researchers at Duke University have developed a cartilage-mimicking material, which they hope will one day allow surgeons to 3D print replacement knee parts that are custom-shaped to suit each patient’s anatomy.

20 Apr 2017

Researchers Develop New Technique for Extracting 4D Molecular Structure

A new technique for extracting the dynamic and static structure of complex chemical systems has been developed by scientists at the Northwestern University.

19 Apr 2017

Customised Microscope System Solutions

Prior Scientific reports on considerable interest in their custom built system solutions from visitors to their stand at the recent Focus on Microscopy Exhibition, held between 9th and 12th April 2017 in Bo...

19 Apr 2017

MKS' Ophir® Business Unit Announces Compact Laser Power Sensor for Very High Powers to 15K-W

MKS Instruments, Inc. (NASDAQ: MKSI), a global provider of technologies that enable advanced processes and improve productivity, has announced the 15K-W-BB-45 from Ophir®, a compact, fan-cooled, thermal laser pow...

From MKS Instruments, Inc. 19 Apr 2017

Marktech Optoelectronics and Digi-Key Now Offer Custom-Made Photodetectors

Marktech Optoelectronics has teamed up with Digi-Key Electronics, a global electronic components distributor, to offer the ability to obtain custom-made photodetectors specifically designed and optimized to meet customer...

19 Apr 2017

Pittcon Announces Jane Chan as 2020 President

The Spectroscopy Society of Pittsburgh (SSP) and the Pittcon Organizing Committee are pleased to announce that Jane Chan was named president for Pittcon 2020. Jane has been a member of the SSP and the Society for Ana...

From Pittcon 19 Apr 2017

New Battery Coating Could Greatly Enhance Battery Performance in Electronic Devices and Electric Vehicles

A key component of smartphones, laptops, and electric vehicles are high performing lithium-ion batteries. Currently, the anodes, or negative charged side of lithium ion batteries, are commonly manufactured with graphite or other carbon-based materials.

18 Apr 2017

Study Findings Address Ongoing Debate About Crystallization Pathway

Solar panels, a better medical drug, or smooth chocolate all require just the right amount of crystals to make up the material. Now, researchers trying to understand the paths crystals take as they develop have been able to influence that path by adjusting the starting ingredient.

18 Apr 2017

TA Instruments Announces New Rheology Practical Training Webinars

TA Instruments is pleased to announce a new series of online practical scientific training webinars focusing on rheological analysis. A Practical Approach to Rheology is a four-part program designed for both experienced ...

From TA Instruments 18 Apr 2017

Thomas Swan Establishes Expert Technology Advisory Panel as Carbon Nanotube Memory Commercialises

Thomas Swan & Co. Ltd., recognised as one of the world’s leading suppliers of innovative nanomaterials including graphene, 2D boron nitride and single-wall carbon nanotubes, has announced the establishment of a...

From Thomas Swan & Co. Ltd. 18 Apr 2017

Workflow-oriented Fluorescence Software LAS AF 3 From Leica Microsystems Simplifies Your Research

Leica Microsystems has launched the new version of its powerful research microscopy software LAS AF 3 (Leica Application Suite Advanced Fluorescence). LAS AF 3 sets new standards for intuitive operation. It...

From Leica Microsystems GmbH 18 Apr 2017

New Coating Material Prevents Methane Clathrate Build-up in Oil and Gas Pipelines

On 21 April 2010, when there was a disastrous explosion and blowout in the Deepwater Horizon oil rig which led to the worst ever oil spill, the operators of the well anticipated that the leak can be blocked within just a few weeks.

17 Apr 2017

Researchers Use Computational Models to Develop Innovative Magnetic Materials

Two innovative magnetic materials have been proposed and developed, atom-by-atom, by material scientists by means of high-throughput computational models. The achievement could lead to the start of a new age in the extensive modeling of innovative magnetic materials at unprecedented pace.

17 Apr 2017

Researchers Demonstrate Ability to 3D-Print Structures with Simulants of Martian and Lunar Dust

Scientists have developed a new 3D-printing technique that can be used to create everything from small tools to large buildings with dust from the Moon or Mars, an advance that could enable humans to build colonies on extraterrestrial bodies with limited surrounding resources.

17 Apr 2017

Prusa Adds New Features to Slic3r Software to Better Prepare Models for 3D Printing

Prusa Research has added new features to its edition of Slic3r software. To better prepare models for 3D printing, the Prusa update adds a Smooth Variable Layer Height tool in addition to improvements for removable supports.

17 Apr 2017