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New Technique to Coax Microscopic Droplets into Precise Patterns

In a new study, scientists have harnessed the power of sound in air to develop a technique to coax microscopic particles and droplets into accurate patterns.

8 Mar 2021

Dr. Luca Lanzano Wins 2021 Honor

HORIBA Scientific, a world leader in fluorescence spectroscopy solutions, presented Dr. Luca Lanzano with the annual Young Fluorescence Investigator Award at the virtual Biophysical Society virtual event.

From HORIBA 8 Mar 2021

Zinc Oxide in Contact with Copper Catalyst can Have a Beneficial Effect in Methanol Production

The current commercial production of methanol through the hydrogenation of the green-house gas CO2 relies on a catalyst consisting of copper, zinc oxide and aluminum oxide. Even though this catalyst has been used for many decades in the chemical industry, unknowns still remain.

5 Mar 2021

Chemists Fine-Tune CO2 Reduction Reaction Using Metal Organic Frameworks

By embedding a silver catalyst inside a porous crystal, KAUST researchers have improved a chemical reaction that converts carbon dioxide (CO2) into carbon monoxide (CO), which is a useful feedstock for the chemical industry.

5 Mar 2021

New Simulation Method Theoretically Estimates Performance of Methane Conversion Solid Catalyst

Japanese researchers have developed a simulation method to theoretically estimate the performance of heterogeneous catalyst by combining first-principles calculation (1) and kinetic calculation techniques. Up to now, simulation studies mainly focused on a single or limited number of reaction pathways, and it was difficult to estimate the efficiency of a catalytic reaction without experimental information.

5 Mar 2021

Relying on Experience: Improved Materials Solutions for Extremely Soft Applications

The demand for extremely soft TPEs is constantly increasing. KRAIBURG TPE is introducing a new solution to meet this demand. The enhanced product is a further development of existing supersoft TPEs and has been adapted to new applications and requirements, based on suggestions provided by customers and many years of practical experience. The series is now available worldwide.

From KRAIBURG TPE GmbH & Co. KG 5 Mar 2021

Element Six’s DNV-B1™ Announced Winner for the Quantum Category at the 13th Edition of the SPIE Prism Awards

First general-purpose quantum grade diamond enables users to unlock next generation quantum technologies.

From Element Six 4 Mar 2021

Study on Dandelions Could Help Develop Bioinspired Devices for Underwater Operations

During spring, fields are covered with dandelions, which is a very common plant with toothed leaves and yellow gold flowers.

4 Mar 2021

Researchers Study Fatigue Behavior of Additive-Manufactured High-Entropy Alloys

Scientists from the Skoltech Center for Design, Manufacturing and Materials (CDMM) and the Institute for Metals Superplasticity Problems (IMSP RAS) have studied the fatigue behavior of additive-manufactured high-entropy alloys (HEA). The research was published in the Journal of Alloys and Compounds.

4 Mar 2021

Chemists Propose New Strategy to Prevent Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Hazards

Lithium-ion battery fire hazards are extensive worldwide and such failure can have a severe implication for both smartphones and electric cars, says the head of the group and Professor in the Department of Electrochemistry at St Petersburg University Oleg Levin.

4 Mar 2021

ELTRA – 40 Years of Innovation and Precision in Elemental Analysis

The development of the first carbon and sulfur analyzer in 1981 marked the beginning of ELTRA's success story 40 years ago.

From ELTRA GmbH 4 Mar 2021

SHENMAO Introduces Thermal Fatigue Resistant Solder Alloy

SHENMAO America, Inc. has introduced its PF719-P250 thermal fatigue resistant solder alloy for automobile electronics. With a wide process window and a variety of unique features, this solder paste is ideal for even the most complicated printed circuit board (PCB) design.

From Shenmao Technology Inc 4 Mar 2021

Metrohm USA Announces 9th Annual Young Chemist Award Winner

Metrohm USA is pleased to announce the winner of its 2021 Young Chemist Award, Ryan Jansonius. Ryan is a PhD candidate at the University of British Columbia where his research centers around developing technologies that use inexpensive and abundant renewable electricity to drive otherwise environmentally costly chemical transformations.

From Metrohm USA Inc. 4 Mar 2021

How Seattle Children's Hospital is using 3D-printing to Save Lives

3D printing is being used at Seattle Children's Hospital to help infants born with pulmonary defects. This approach proves to be of particular importance when dealing with the tiny airways that lead to an infant's lungs.

By Robert Lea 3 Mar 2021

Covering Metal Catalyst Surfaces can Enhance Chemical Reactions

Physically confined spaces can make for more efficient chemical reactions, according to recent studies led by scientists from the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Brookhaven National Laboratory. They found that partially covering metal surfaces acting as catalysts, or materials that speed up reactions, with thin films of silica can impact the energies and rates of these reactions.

3 Mar 2021