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Sampling Microplastic Pollution in the Air, and Challenging the Size Detection Limit With Sub-Micron IR Spectroscopy

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From Photothermal Spectroscopy Corp 15 Sep 2026

Automated Layer Analysis Reduces Post-Production Defects in Complex 3D-Structures

Scientists and engineers at Lawrence Livermore National L2aboratory (LLNL) have developed a camera-based inspection system that can monitor complex 3D-printed structures layer by layer

15 Sep 2026

A Decades-Old Chemistry Idea May Offer a Faster Way to Recycle Battery Cathodes

Northwestern University researchers used a Birch reduction-inspired solvated electron solution to relithiate chemically degraded NMC532 within seconds at room temperature, followed by a three-hour oxygen anneal to restore its near-surface structure. In lithium-metal half cells, the regenerated cathode delivered 159.49 mAh/g and retained 94.10% of its capacity after 100 cycles, although the researchers tested laboratory-generated model end-of-life material rather than cathodes recovered from retired batteries.

By Muhammad Osama 15 Sep 2026

Ultra Low Carbon Brick Shapes Landmark New Home for the Yard Theater in London

A pioneering ultra-low carbon brick made from near 100% recycled construction waste has been used to create the striking colorful façade of one of London's most anticipated new cultural buildings.

15 Sep 2026

Alloy Anodes Could Help Magnesium Batteries Overcome Passivation

Researchers reviewed advances in alloy-based anodes for rechargeable magnesium batteries, comparing Mg-free hosts, Mg-containing alloys and alloy-derived surface modifications as routes to improve reversibility, Mg²? transport and electrolyte compatibility. The review finds that material structure and interphase chemistry strongly influence performance, while higher alloy-anode operating potentials can reduce full-cell voltage, and practical validation remains a major research priority.

By Muhammad Osama 13 Sep 2026

Quantum Sensing Technology Paves the Way for Rugged Navigation Systems

Within tiny halos of light clinging to a vanishingly thin wisp of optical fiber, scientist Jongmin Lee guides atoms like marbles through a narrow pipe. Rock the fiber and the atoms shift side by side; they just don't fall off.

12 Sep 2026

Decoupling UV and Thermo-Oxidative Aging Effects in High-Performance PEEK Composites

Polyether ether ketone (PEEK) composites face concurrent ultraviolet (UV) and thermo-oxidative aging in real-world service environments, yet the synergistic effects remain poorly understood.

12 Sep 2026

Brookhaven Lab Develops All-in-One Imaging Setup for Complex Nuclear Materials

As the global energy demand continues to grow — driven in part by the rise of artificial intelligence — researchers are exploring technologies that can provide affordable, reliable, and safe sources of electricity.

12 Sep 2026

Unlocking the Microscopic Origins of Dendrite Formation in Solid-State Batteries

Lithium metal anodes offer a theoretical energy density nearly double that of conventional graphite anodes - 454 Wh kg-1 compared to 314 Wh kg-1 at the cell level when paired with lithium nickel cobalt aluminum oxide cathode.

12 Sep 2026

HPR-40 DEMS Integration with Metrohm Autolab VIONIC for Real-Time Electrochemical Mass Spectrometry

Electrochemical research often requires more than current, potential and time data alone. While a potentiostat provides essential control and measurement of the electrochemical experiment, it does not directly identify the gases or volatile species being produced during a reaction.

From Hiden Analytical 11 Sep 2026

Hiden Isochema Launches IGAsorp Ultra: The Next Generation Platform for Water and Organic Vapor Sorption

Hiden Isochema, a world leader in high-accuracy sorption instrumentation, today announces the launch of IGAsorp Ultra, the latest addition to its Dynamic Vapor Sorption (DVS) product range.

From Hiden Isochema 11 Sep 2026

Engineering Ultra-Thin Atomic Interface Buffer for 2D Molybdenum Disulfide Transistors

As transistors approach atomic dimensions, the interface between different materials grows in importance. Researchers from?National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University (NYCU), TSMC Corporate Research, and colleagues from National Taiwan University, Academia Sinica, and the National Center for Instrumentation Research have devised an interface engineering approach to address a major challenge in two-dimensional (2D) transistors.

11 Sep 2026

Tougher by Design: Multilayer Coatings Boost the Durability of 3D-Printed Polymers

Rough finishes, limited wear resistance, and poor adhesion to protective coatings can restrict polymer use in demanding applications. Researchers have demonstrated that carefully engineered metal and ceramic multilayer coatings can overcome these limitations, giving commonly used polymers tougher, more durable surfaces.

By Akshatha Chandrashekar 11 Sep 2026

Oil-Coated Bubble Fragmentation Helps Predict Toxic Atmospheric Aerosol Formation Risks

Because many natural and industrial processes rely on the transport of bubbles and droplets through fluids, the behavior of ordinary air bubbles and water droplets has been well documented.

11 Sep 2026

Transforming Atomic Force Microscopy With Autonomous AI Driven Imaging Tools

Researchers at the Department of Energy's (DOE) Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) have developed an artificial intelligence framework that helps researchers use atomic force microscopes to identify important nanoscale features while autonomously targeting the most informative areas of a sample for closer study.

11 Sep 2026

Materials Science News

Sampling Microplastic Pollution in the Air, and Challenging the Size Detection Limit With Sub-Micron IR Spectroscopy

Automated Layer Analysis Reduces Post-Production Defects in Complex 3D-Structures

A Decades-Old Chemistry Idea May Offer a Faster Way to Recycle Battery Cathodes

Ultra Low Carbon Brick Shapes Landmark New Home for the Yard Theater in London

Alloy Anodes Could Help Magnesium Batteries Overcome Passivation

Quantum Sensing Technology Paves the Way for Rugged Navigation Systems

Decoupling UV and Thermo-Oxidative Aging Effects in High-Performance PEEK Composites

Brookhaven Lab Develops All-in-One Imaging Setup for Complex Nuclear Materials

Unlocking the Microscopic Origins of Dendrite Formation in Solid-State Batteries

HPR-40 DEMS Integration with Metrohm Autolab VIONIC for Real-Time Electrochemical Mass Spectrometry

Hiden Isochema Launches IGAsorp Ultra: The Next Generation Platform for Water and Organic Vapor Sorption

Engineering Ultra-Thin Atomic Interface Buffer for 2D Molybdenum Disulfide Transistors

Tougher by Design: Multilayer Coatings Boost the Durability of 3D-Printed Polymers

Oil-Coated Bubble Fragmentation Helps Predict Toxic Atmospheric Aerosol Formation Risks

Transforming Atomic Force Microscopy With Autonomous AI Driven Imaging Tools

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