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What Is the Retsch Scientific Challenge?

Enabling Progress – under the umbrella of Verder Scientific, the manufacturing companies support thousands of customers worldwide in achieving a common goal: to enable progress – to the benefit of many.

From RETSCH GmbH 13 Nov 2023

Toxic Chemicals in Recycled Plastics Hinder Circular Economy

When scientists examined pellets from recycled plastic collected in 13 countries they found hundreds of toxic chemicals, including pesticides and pharmaceuticals.

13 Nov 2023

Finding New Ways to Turn Waste Products Into Supplementary Cementitious Materials

A Missouri University of Science and Technology research team was recently awarded $2.5 million in funding to find new ways to turn waste products into supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) – plus use those materials to store carbon permanently in concrete.

13 Nov 2023

Battery Producer Hithium to Supply ESS Developer Perfect Power

Stationary battery manufacturer Hithium has announced a new cooperation agreement with energy storage project developer Perfect Power LLC whose operations are primarily in Texas and California.

10 Nov 2023

Asia Pulp & Paper (APP) and Foopak Bio Natura Aim to Accelerate Plastic Waste Elimination at Plastic Waste Free World Europe 2023

Asia Pulp & Paper and its flagship innovation brand, Foopak Bio Natura, recently participated in the Plastic Waste Free World Europe conference, with an aim to aid in the elimination of plastic waste worldwide.

10 Nov 2023

From Fashion Pioneer to Tech Pioneer Danielle Johansen is Leading Australia’s Fashion Industry with AI

Tech and fashion pioneer, Danielle Johansen, is leading the way for female-led tech companies and Australia-first developments with her multi-million-dollar fashion styling platform — Threadicated.

10 Nov 2023

Neutron Imaging to See Different States of Matter in Lithium Batteries

Since they are acknowledged as critical energy storage devices, lithium batteries have become a necessary part of modern life. However, with the speed at which modern industry is developing, lithium batteries are finding it difficult to meet the needs of increased safety performance, longer cycle life, and improved energy density.

10 Nov 2023

Dynamic Mechanical Analysis for Rubber Materials

This method combines dynamic micro X-Ray CT and mechanical analysis, revealing insights into the microstructure and dynamic behavior of rubber-like materials.

10 Nov 2023

Novel Passive Radiative Cooling Materials Based on Glass and Ceramic

New materials for passive radiative cooling based on glass and ceramics are highlighted in two studies. These hard materials are more resilient and adaptable than passive radiative cooling techniques that depend on polymers, which makes them more appealing for a variety of outdoor passive cooling applications, including some that might lessen the need for air conditioning.

10 Nov 2023

Water Distribution – Why Measurement Matters When Every Drop Counts

With water resources stretched by the needs of an increasing global population, the need for transformative technologies across the water industry has never been more urgent. Image Credit: ABB Measurement &amp...

From ABB Measurement & Analytics 10 Nov 2023

The DP75 Digital Microscope Camera Empowers Microscopic Discoveries and Inspections

The DP75 digital microscope camera breaks new ground in microscopic imaging. Users can capture brightfield or wide-wavelength fluorescence images using a single camera, eliminating the inconvenience of switching between multiple cameras.

From Evident Corporation - NDT 10 Nov 2023

One Part RTV Silicone Passes Non-Cytotoxicity Standards

Designed for medical device manufacturing, MasterSil 711Med passes ISO 10993-5 testing. It is a one part, flowable, room temperature vulcanizing (RTV) silicone which needs no mixing, and can be used for bonding, sealing, coating and form-in-place gasketing applications.

From Master Bond Inc. 10 Nov 2023

Understanding the Dynamic Behavior of Rubber Materials

Rubber-like materials can exhibit both spring-like and flow-like behaviors simultaneously, which contributes to their exceptional damping abilities.

10 Nov 2023

CRAIC Technologies Launches GeoImage™ Imaging Photometer for Advanced Material Analysis

CRAIC Technologies, a leading innovator in scientific imaging solutions, has announced the launch of its latest product - the GeoImage™ Imaging Photometer. The new device is designed to provide advanced material analysis for geology, mining, and environmental research.

From CRAIC Technologies 10 Nov 2023

Harnessing the Power of Soap-Like Structures for Next-Generation Batteries

Scientists discovered that a highly promising electrolyte for creating lithium batteries with extended lifespan exhibits intricate nanostructures that function similarly to micelle structures in soapy water.

9 Nov 2023