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Klaran™ High-Performance UVC LEDs for Disinfection Adopted in Daikin Air Purifier

Asahi Kasei announces that the UV Streamer Air Purifier scheduled to be launched in Japan by Daikin Industries, Ltd. (Daikin) on April 26, 2021, will be equipped with Klaran™ high-performance UVC LEDs for disinfection by Crystal IS, Inc. (CIS), an Asahi Kasei company.

From Asahi Kasei Corporation 15 Mar 2021

Targeted Modification of Polyamide Nanofiltration Membrane Improves Separation Efficiency

Recently, a research group led by Prof. WAN Yinhua from the Institute of Process Engineering (IPE) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences developed a novel targeted modification strategy to improve the separation selectivity of polyamide NF membranes.

12 Mar 2021

A New Method for the Synthesis of Chiral Tetraarylmethanes

A strong bias towards linear and disc-shaped molecules has long been observed in drug molecules. In contrast, spherical molecules have been utilized on far fewer occasions, due to the lack of efficient access to the latter chemical space. Specifically, efficient strategies to synthesize tetraarylmethanes, a unique family of spherical molecules, have remained scarce.

12 Mar 2021

Researchers Develop Silver-Hydrogel Composite with High Electrical Conductivity

In the field of robotics, metals offer advantages like strength, durability, and electrical conductivity. But, they are heavy and rigid--properties that are undesirable in soft and flexible systems for wearable computing and human-machine interfaces.

12 Mar 2021

New Crush-Resistant Metamaterials can Prevent Failure of Structures

A chain reaction of locally restricted damage can inevitably lead to a catastrophic breakdown of structures and materials.

12 Mar 2021

New Material may Reduce Wear and Tear on Future Space Rovers

As the Mars Perseverance Rover of NASA continues to investigate the surface of the planet Mars, researchers on Earth have designed a novel nanoscale metal carbide that could serve as a “superlubricant” to decrease wear and tear on upcoming extraterrestrial rovers.

12 Mar 2021

JEC Group Announces a New Online Event: JEC Composites Connect

JEC Group, the world’s leading company, dedicated to promoting composite materials, introduces all-new digital event series for the composites community: JEC Composites CONNECT. On June 1-2, 2021, this first round-the-clock event will be the industry’s most significant event, hosting major industry players, enabling participants to discover the latest trends thanks to business conferences and get networking opportunities. This live-streamed event will also be the place to highlight innovation through competitions, awards ceremonies and keynote speeches.

From JEC Group 12 Mar 2021

Creaform Releases Pipecheck 6.1 Software for NDT in the Oil and Gas Industry

Creaform, the worldwide leader in automated and portable 3D measurement solutions engineering services, announced today the release of Pipecheck 6.1 software, a significant upgrade to its pipeline integrity assessment software. Always on the cutting-edge of technology in NDT solutions for the oil and gas industry, this latest version will offer unique possibilities that will open new doors to various business opportunities.

From Creaform Inc. 12 Mar 2021

Xometry Launches Autodesk Fusion 360 App

Xometry and Autodesk's collaboration introduces an app that enhances Fusion 360, offering instant manufacturing insights to improve design efficiency and speed.

From Xometry 11 Mar 2021

High Performing Hydrophilic Porous Plastic Discs & Annular Absorbers

Vyon® porous plastic discs and annular absorbers manufactured to extremely tight tolerances by Porvair Sciences offer cutting-edge filtration and separation of materials for healthcare, pharmaceutical and life science applications.

From Porvair Sciences Limited 11 Mar 2021

LabVantage Launches Full-Featured Self-Service Advanced Analytics Solution

LabVantage Solutions, Inc., the leading provider of laboratory informatics solutions and services including purpose-built LIMS solutions that allow labs to go live faster and at a lower total cost, today announced the launch of LabVantage Analytics, a full-featured, self-service advanced analytics solution that lets users easily explore, analyze, and visualize LIMS, enterprise, and external data to gain actionable business insights.

From LabVantage Solutions, Inc. 11 Mar 2021

LabVantage Adds Vendor Validation to Its Software-as-a-Service LIMS

From LabVantage Solutions, Inc. 11 Mar 2021

LabVantage Emphasizes Cybersecurity with Version 8.6 of Its LIMS Platform

LabVantage Solutions, Inc., the leading provider of laboratory informatics solutions and services including purpose-built LIMS solutions that allow labs to go live faster and at a lower total cost, today announced that the 8.6 edition of its flagship LIMS has been designed and tested to optimum cybersecurity standards.

From LabVantage Solutions, Inc. 11 Mar 2021

Sustainable Plant-based Materials can be Viable Alternatives for Traditional Leather

Throughout history, leather has been a popular material for clothes and many other goods. However, the tanning process and use of livestock mean that it has a large environmental footprint, leading consumers and manufacturers alike to seek out alternatives. An article in Chemical & Engineering News (C&EN), the weekly newsmagazine of the American Chemical Society, details how sustainable materials are giving traditional leather a run for its money.

11 Mar 2021

Scientists Develop 2D Perovskite Material for Most Efficient LEDs

Energy-efficient light-emitting diodes (LEDs) have been used in our everyday life for many decades. But the quest for better LEDs, offering both lower costs and brighter colours, has recently drawn scientists to a material called perovskite. A recent joint-research project co-led by the scientist from City University of Hong Kong (CityU) has now developed a 2D perovskite material for the most efficient LEDs.

11 Mar 2021