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Creating a 2D Transistor from Inorganic Molybdenum Disulfide

The field of semiconductor research is constantly exploring materials with enhanced properties for use in semiconductors. Writing in Nature, Andras Kis has recounted how his team created a two-dimensional semiconductor based on a single layer of inorganic molybdenum disulfide.

By Reginald Davey 17 Nov 2021

Synthetic Biology Helps Researchers to Develop Underwater Adhesives

Several marine organisms, such as mussels, secrete adhesive proteins that allow them to stick to different surfaces under sea water.

17 Nov 2021

New Study Sheds Light on the Properties of Protein-RNA Droplets

Liquid droplets of protein and RNA have traits reminiscent of a childhood joy: Silly Putty.

17 Nov 2021

Study on Perovskite Material may Lay Out a Solid Foundation for Advanced Electronics

As our lifestyles become ingrained in flexible electronics, smart devices, artificial intelligence, the internet of things, etc., high performance, electronic components that can perform high speed data collection, processing, and execution become a necessity.

17 Nov 2021

New Separation Technology Could Provide a Sustainable Alternative to Current Methods

A new membrane-based separation technology could provide an efficient and environmentally sustainable alternative to current nanofiltration methods based on organic solvents.

17 Nov 2021

Improving Performance of Photovoltaic Systems with Iron-Based Sensitizers

Solar energy plays an important role in the fight against climate change as a substitute for fossil fuels. Dye-sensitized solar cells promise to be a low-cost supplement to the photovoltaic systems we know today.

17 Nov 2021

Optimum Flow Meter Accuracy Critical To Biofuel Production

As the UK hosts the UN Conference on Climate Change, Titan Enterprises determines it a fitting time to report on the success of its long-term OEM customer, Green Fuels Limited.

From Titan Enterprises Ltd. 17 Nov 2021

Organic vs Perovskite Cells: Comparing Charge Dynamics

A paper published online in Advanced Materials has investigated and compared properties of organic and perovskite photovoltaic devices including their charge dynamics to highlight key factors limiting their performance and provide pertinent information that will inform their design.

By Reginald Davey 17 Nov 2021

HORIBA Scientific and Covalent Metrology Present Webinar on Fast Characterization of Thin to Thick Coatings

HORIBA Scientific and Covalent Metrology host a webinar on fast characterization of coatings, enhancing chemical analysis with advanced spectroscopy solutions.

From HORIBA 17 Nov 2021

Buehler Presents Metallography & Etching of Magnesium Alloys

Gain expertise in metallography and etching of magnesium alloys with Buehler's webinar, designed for professionals in automotive and aerospace sectors.

From Buehler 17 Nov 2021

Linkam Showcases Electrical Stages at MRS Fall Meeting 2021

Linkam Scientific Instruments presents cutting-edge environmental control technologies for sample characterisation at the MRS Fall meeting. Visit booth 308.

From Linkam Scientific Instruments 17 Nov 2021

AMETEK Process Instruments Launches E-Commerce Website

AMETEK Process Instruments has announced the launch of its new e-commerce website for the United States market.

From Ametek Process Instruments 17 Nov 2021

New Electrocatalyst Helps Transform CO2 into Multicarbon Products

The so-called CuTi@Cu, a new electrocatalyst, transforms carbon dioxide (CO2 ) into liquid fuels. A group of Chinese scientists reports that active copper centered on an amorphous copper or titanium alloy synthesizes acetone, ethanol, and n-butanol at a higher efficiency.

16 Nov 2021

Converting CO2 to Formate with Nanoporous Tin Oxides

New research in the journal Green Chemical Engineering have presented an electrochemical process that reduces CO2 into usable formate.

By David J. Cross 16 Nov 2021

Modeling Additively Manufactured Steel

Researchers have devised a data-centric approach to generative modelling for 3D-printed steel. The team believe that their model could help determine the quality of a design and the material before fabrication.

By David J. Cross 16 Nov 2021