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Multilayer Transparent Conductors Could be the Future of Next Generation Electronic Devices

One of the principal elements of new generation electronic and optoelectronic devices—such as displays, photovoltaic cells, light emitting diodes, smart phones, and so on—are transparent conductors (TCs).

20 Dec 2016

Toughness of Deer Antlers Inspires Next Generation of Damage-Resistant Composite Materials

Researchers from Queen Mary University of London (QMUL) have found out about the secret behind the toughness of deer antlers and how they can resist breakage during fights.

20 Dec 2016

Platinum-Based Nanoplates Enhance Catalytic Activity and Stability of Fuel Cells

Despite being a promising technology for generating electrical power in an efficient and clean way, the main challenges in the commercialization of fuel cells are activity, cost, and durability.

19 Dec 2016

Researchers Take Snapshots of Molecular Dynamics

Researchers can now directly track the locations of all the atoms of an entire molecule while one of its bonds breaks and a single proton escapes.

16 Dec 2016

Rogers Announces Latest Addition to RO4000® Series Thermoset Circuit Materials

Rogers Corporation announced the latest addition to its RO4000® Series thermoset circuit materials: RO4830™ high-frequency laminates.

16 Dec 2016

AALBORG® Instruments Enhanced PFA/ PTFE Meters for Corrosive Liquids

Are you looking for traditional rotameter technology for measuring low to medium range ultra-pure or corrosive solutions?

From AALBORG 15 Dec 2016

Pittcon Announces 2017 Award Recipients for Outstanding Achievements in Analytical Chemistry and Applied Spectroscopy

The Pittcon Program Committee is pleased to announce this year?s recipients of 15 prestigious awards honoring scientists who have made outstanding contributions to analytical chemistry and applied spectroscopy.

From Pittcon 15 Dec 2016

First Speakers Announced – Ford, Delphi, Siemens & More!

Conference @ Ceramics Expo is set for another vibrant and dynamic platform for the exchange of ideas that is staged right alongside the expo floor.

15 Dec 2016

Supercomputer Simulation Shows 2D Glass can Become Infinitely Soft

According to researchers in Japan, a glassy solid with a planar (sheet-like) structure can display better thermal vibration motion due to the same mechanism known for the planar crystals (2D crystals), using large-scale simulations on supercomputers.

15 Dec 2016

Scientists Urge Need for Better, Safer Biomaterials

Design and test new polymers with clinical uses in mind, urge Nicholas A. Peppas and Ali Khademhosseini.

15 Dec 2016

Bacteria-Phobic Coating Approach Could Help Reduce Infections

Dave Hampton, Camstent, outlines a solution for reducing infections using bacteria-phobic coatings

15 Dec 2016

Rivian Automotive Announces Plans for Driverless Future

Rivian Automotive isn't just ready for the auto market to change. It's counting on it.

15 Dec 2016

AIO Robotics Zeus 3D Printer/Scanner can Copy and Print Small Objects

The Zeus has the potential to be your own personal 3D copier, but don't expect perfect results straight out of the box.

15 Dec 2016

Beckman Researchers Explore the Future of Autonomous Polymers

When most living creatures get hurt, they can self-heal and recover from the injury. But, when damage occurs to inanimate objects, they don’t have that same ability and typically either lose functionality or have their useful lifecycle reduced.

15 Dec 2016

WMG Researchers Receive Funding to Create Flat Blank Polymer Templates with Bespoke Reinforced Plastic Cross-Section

Researchers at WMG at the University of Warwick have won research funding worth £250,000 from Innovate UK for a project that will put a (polymer) spring into vehicle fuel efficiency.

15 Dec 2016