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Magnetic Layers and Chains Combine to Form Three-Dimensional Magnetic Framework

We are all familiar with ordinary magnets in the form of metallic rods, horseshoes, or bars. However, magnets do not necessarily have to be made of metals or metal oxides. Researchers have also been exploring molecular m...

1 Dec 2014

3D Printing Technology Assists in Face Transplantation Surgery

Scientists are using 3D printing technology and computed tomography (CT) imaging to reproduce models of patients' heads to guide human face transplants.

By Alexander Chilton 1 Dec 2014

Tufts Researchers Develop Single-Atom Gold Catalysts for Fuel Cell Applications

Tufts University researchers along with the researchers from other national laboratories and universities have developed new catalysts that are capable of potentially reducing the cost of fuels such as hydrogen.

1 Dec 2014

How New Spectrometer Technologies Substantially Cut Operating Costs New Whitepaper from Spectro Analytical Instruments

A new whitepaper detailing how new ICP-OES spectrometer technologies are substantially cutting operating costs in environmental, industrial, and academic laboratories is available to download from SPECTRO Analytical Inst...

From SPECTRO Analytical Instruments GmbH 1 Dec 2014

Edible Antimicrobial Film Increases Lifespan of Soft Cheese

Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) researchers have developed an edible, antimicrobial film that can increase the lifespan of soft cheese. They have used rosemary and oregano oils, and chitosan for producing the film.

By Stuart Milne 1 Dec 2014

XEI Scientific to Feature Brand New Evactron® EP Plasma De-Contaminator™ at MRS Fall 2014 Boston

XEI Scientific Inc. is excited to announce they will be featuring their latest product, the brand new Evactron EP Plasma De-Contaminator at the Materials Research Society Fall Meeting and Exhibit in Boston, Massachusetts on November 30 - December 5, 2014.

From XEI Scientific 1 Dec 2014

RISE Microscopy chosen as 2015 Prism Award Finalist

RISE Microscopy has been nominated for a 2015 Photonics Prism Award. These well-respected product innovation awards honor the best new photonic products on the market and are each year presented by SPIE and Photonics ...

From WITec GmbH 28 Nov 2014

Customised Response from Michell Future-Proofs Paint Spraying Facility

Michell Instruments has developed a customised solution to measure relative humidity and temperature in the paint spraying facility for a major European car manufacturer. This enabled them to upgrade the humidity and ...

From Michell Instruments Ltd 28 Nov 2014

Lucideon Publishes ‘Understanding Materials Choices, Their Performance and Selection’ White Paper

Lucideon, the international provider of materials development, testing and assurance, has published a new white paper, ‘Understanding Materials Choices, Their Performance and Selection’. Over the past 25 y...

28 Nov 2014

Quasi-Random Pattern of Blu-Ray Discs Could Enhance Light Absorption of Solar Cells

An interdisciplinary team of researchers at Northwestern University have discovered that Blu-ray discs could also help improve solar cell performance. These discs have a quasi-random pattern for data storage. When this pattern is transferred to solar cells it can increase the light absorption capacity of these cells.

By Stuart Milne 28 Nov 2014

Proton-Conducting Graphene Membranes Could Transform Fuel Cell Technology

Researchers from the University of Manchester have discovered that graphene, which restricts liquids and gases from passing through it, facilitates passage of protons.

By Will Soutter 28 Nov 2014

Ultrathin, Multilayered Coating Material Radiates and Reflects Heat for Cooler Buildings

An new ultrathin, multilayered coating material paves the way to passively cooled buildings by providing a "one-two punch" approach, to remove heat from within the building whilst reflecting away sunlight.

By Will Soutter 28 Nov 2014

Omniseal Solutions Launches Polyamide-Imide (PAI) Based Meldin® 4000 Series as Part of Their Meldin® HT Product Line

Omniseal Solutions has launched their new polyamide-imide (PAI) based Meldin® 4000 series, developed as a result of their collaboration with newly acquired LS Kunststofftechnologie GmbH, a German manufacturer of high-performance thermoplastic components for the automotive, medical and industrial markets.

From Omniseal Solutions 27 Nov 2014

Omniseal Solutions’ Meldin® 5330 Landing Gear Bearings and Sliding Rings Touch Down in Helicopter Flight Test Program

Omniseal Solutions’ Meldin® 5330 landing gear shock strut bearings and sliding rings have been selected for use in the flight test program of a military and troop transport helicopter, which is scheduled to start its first test flight in 2015 and production placement in 2019.

From Omniseal Solutions 26 Nov 2014

Pittcon Announces Release of 2015 Mobile App Enhanced Functions and New Features

The Pittcon marketing department is pleased to announce the release of its official conference and exposition mobile app, Pittcon 2015. The app, available for free download in the App Store for iOS and Android devices a...

From Pittcon 26 Nov 2014