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The European Commission Entrusts AIMPLAS with Coordinating a Pilot Substitution Centre to Guide the Transition to Safer Flame‑Retardant Alternatives

AIMPLAS, the Plastics Technology Centre, has been selected by the European Commission to lead the new HEFESTOS Hub, a European-funded initiative designed to support the transition away from Brominated Flame Retardants (BFRs) towards safer and more sustainable alternatives.

From AIMPLAS 11 May 2026

NASA Low Outgassing, Chemically Resistant Epoxy Features High Tg

Master Bond EP64 is a two-component, vacuum-compatible epoxy system engineered for bonding, sealing, and coating applications.

From Master Bond Inc. 11 May 2026

Uncountable Expands Specialty Chemicals Footprint with Four New Deals

Uncountable, a software company that develops AI platforms for end-to-end product development, today announced it has signed four new agreements with specialty chemicals organizations to support formulation development, scale-up, and production optimization.

From Uncountable Inc. 11 May 2026

Tony Krogman Promoted to General Manager of HerdStar

HerdStar, a leader in agricultural and industrial technology solutions, announces the promotion of Tony Krogman to General Manager of HerdStar.

From BinMaster 8 May 2026

Sound Waves Create Mist that Can Act Like ‘Plant Sunscreen’

RMIT University researchers have developed a new way to coat fragile surfaces, including living plant leaves, using high-frequency sound waves to create a fine mist that can act like a plant sunscreen.

From RMIT University 8 May 2026

NEW auto-match System from BYK-Gardner USA

Revolutionizing retail paint, BYK-Gardner's auto-match system offers precise color matching and data analysis, ensuring customer satisfaction and efficiency.

From Byk Instruments 8 May 2026

Bruker Unveils New NMR Products and Workflow Solutions at ENC 2026

At the Experimental Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Conference (ENC), Bruker Corporation today announced new NMR products and workflow solutions designed to expand performance, sensitivity, and automation across research and applied NMR.

From Bruker 8 May 2026

Spirit Electronics Achieves CMMC Level 2 Certification, Demonstrating Unwavering Commitment to Defense Supply Chain Security

Spirit Electronics, a CUI and ITAR-certified electronics supplier serving the Military-Aerospace markets, announced it has achieved Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2, enabling the company to serve as a trusted partner for defense programs managing controlled information in secure supply chain operations.

From Spirit Electronics 8 May 2026

Park Systems Launches NX1: The Highest Resolution AFM for Atomic-Scale Imaging in Ambient Conditions

Park Systems launches the NX1, a compact AFM delivering atomic resolution imaging in ambient conditions, enhancing accessibility for research labs worldwide.

From Park Systems 7 May 2026

Milestone Achieves ACT Ecolabel Certification Across Core Technologies

With the My Green Lab ACT Ecolabel, Milestone sets a benchmark in sustainable laboratory innovation, enhancing environmental performance in analytical testing.

From Milestone 7 May 2026

Scientists Discover Predictable Patterns to Design New Superconductors

Many breakthrough materials have been found by accident. The first superconductor, for example, was discovered while researchers were looking for something else.

6 May 2026

SABIC Launches ULTEM™ Reactive Oligomer for Tough, Lightweight Aerospace Composites

SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry, today introduced ULTEM™ SU3102P reactive oligomer, a novel toughening agent for thermoset composites used in primary and secondary aerospace structures such as wings, fuselage frames, spoilers and interior components.

From SABIC Innovative Plastics 6 May 2026

New Membrane Technology Hub is Tackling Cancer Drugs, Carbon Capture and the Global Water Crisis

A new European research network is accelerating innovations in membrane science that could cut the cost of life-saving cancer treatments, pull CO2 directly from industrial emissions, and deliver clean water to millions — all with technologies thinner than a human hair.

6 May 2026

X-Ray Imaging Reveals Causes of Surface Bumps in Laser Welding

Laser welding is used to join thin metal parts, like those in fuel cells and electronics. It's a fast and clean process. However, at high speeds, it can leave bumps on the surface of the metal.

4 May 2026

UQ Cleans Up Toxic Solar Panels to Bring them Indoors

Safer and more environmentally friendly indoor solar panels could soon help power electronics in homes and offices, thanks to University of Queensland researchers.

4 May 2026