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MIT Researchers Enable Durable Filtration Membranes by Plugging Up Graphene Defects

Researchers from MIT, King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM) and Oak Ridge National Laboratory have come up with a novel method to fill the defects or holes in graphene.

8 May 2015

PETRA III X-ray Analyzes Formation of Whitish Fat Bloom on Chocolate

Researchers from the Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron (DESY), the Hamburg University of Technology (TUHH), and Nestlé have conducted a joint X-ray study to find out the dynamic mechanisms that lead to formation of undesired whitish fat bloom on chocolate.

8 May 2015

Oxford Instruments Present Dual-Language Webinar on ‘Patterned Sapphire Substrate (PSS) Etching Using Innovative Plasma Processing Technology’ , 4th June 2015

The aggressive drive for improved Cost of Ownership within the LED industry has driven innovation within Oxford Instruments Plasma Technology.

From Oxford Instruments Semiconductor 7 May 2015

Airbus Produces Aircraft with 1000 3D Printed Parts in Partnership with Stratasys

Top aircraft manufacturer Airbus has partnered with Stratasys, a global manufacturing leader in 3D printing and additives, to use Stratasys FDM 3D Production Systems to manufacture more than 1000 flight parts for its novel A350 XWB aircraft in 2014.

From Stratasys Ltd. 7 May 2015

Asynt and IPOS Develop Baffled Controlled Lab Reactor System for Fast Mixing / Dispersion

Asynt Ltd., in conjunction with Innovative Physical Organic Solutions (IPOS), has created a Baffled Controlled Lab Reactor system that offers the ultimate in fast mixing / dispersion.

From Asynt 6 May 2015

Linkam Launch the LinkPad 2 Touch Screen Temperature Stage Controller

Market leaders in temperature controlled microscopy, Linkam Scientific Instruments, have upgraded the control systems for their family of temperature stages with the launch of the new LinkPad 2 touch screen system.

From Linkam Scientific Instruments 5 May 2015

Researchers Observe 1D Ballistic Valley-Polarized Electron Conducting Channels in Bilayer Graphene

Researchers at Berkeley Lab have discovered one-dimensional, topologically protected ballistic electron conducting channels at bilayer graphene’s domain walls.

5 May 2015

Defects in Thin 2D Semiconductor Material Produce Quantum Dots

University of Rochester researchers have generated light-emitting quantum dots using defects in an atomically thin semiconductor. The quantum dots initiate the production of single photons and are capable of combining quantum photonics and solid-state electronics, which is collectively called as integrated photonics.

5 May 2015

Rice University Researchers Induce Superplasticity in 2D Materials

Researchers from Rice University have been analyzing the characteristics of a 2D dichalcogenide - molybdenum disulfide - and discovered that its atomically thin layers could adopt the characteristics of plastic in the presence of a sulfur-infused gas at a specific pressure and temperature.

5 May 2015

Sensofar Releases S mart, a High-Resolution 3D Sensor for Automated Production Systems

Sensofar Metrology has released a new high-resolution 3D optical sensor system, the S mart. The new system is ideally suited for integration into automated production systems, in particular for inline process measurement and process control tasks. At the same time, the S mart still manages to deliver both world-class performance and an intuitive user experience.

From Sensofar Metrology 5 May 2015

Researchers Improve Solar Cell Performance by Identifying Defects in Perovskites

Researchers have identified inefficient regions in perovskite materials and have shown that defects can be engineered to further improve solar devices.

4 May 2015

Safe, Dissolvable Magnesium Alloy Surgical Clip Could Reduce Postoperative Complications

Researchers at the Kobe University have developed a safe, dissolvable surgical clip made of a magnesium alloy. This unique clip has the potential to reduce risk of complications after surgeries, and difficulties faced while performing diagnostic imaging.

4 May 2015

The New “NanoEye” Measuring Cell: Revolutionizing Dilatometry

In the new DIL Expedis series, NETZSCH Analyzing & Testing is introducing a completely new conceptual design for the displacement transducer principle in dilatometry.

From NETZSCH-Gerätebau GmbH 4 May 2015

ACHEMA 2015: Saint-Gobain to Highlight Sealing and Barrier Solutions

From June 15th to 19th, in Hall 9.0 - Booth #B62, at the ACHEMA Show 2015 in Frankfurt am Main Germany, Omniseal Solutions and Saint-Gobain Foams & Tapes will be showcasing their innovative solutions and materials for industrial applications. The ACHEMA show is one of the world’s leading trade fairs that offers a comprehensive overview of new trends and requirements in the chemical and biological industry. Both Saint-Gobain business units are celebrating the 350th anniversary of their parent company based in France.

From Omniseal Solutions 4 May 2015

PASTE Seminar: BASF to Highlight Innovative Tailings Management Solutions

BASF is a major sponsor of the 18th International Seminar on Paste and Thickened Tailings (PASTE) from 5 to 7 May in Cairns, Queensland. Over 40 technical papers are expected to be delivered during the seminar with BASF experts presenting two papers in collaboration with key industry partners:

From BASF Corporation 4 May 2015