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How Hot (And Not-So-Hot) Compounds in Chili Peppers Change During Ripening

Anyone who has tasted a hot chili pepper has felt the burn of capsaicinoids, the compounds that give peppers their spiciness, as well as possible health benefits.

10 Nov 2019

PFASs from Ski Wax Bioaccumulate at Nordic Resort

With winter approaching in the Northern Hemisphere, many people are looking forward to hitting the slopes. However, a recent study suggests that ski wax applied during winter months could have consequences that stretch to summer and beyond.

10 Nov 2019

Molecor Participates in OZpipe XIX, Australia

Molecor will participate in OZpipe XIX, spin-off of Plastic Pipes XIX, an event that will be held on November 7 and 8 at Dockside, Cockle Bay, Sydney, Australia.

From Molecor 10 Nov 2019

Switching Catalysts to Produce Four-Component Crystalline Tetrablock Quarterpolymer

Scientists at KAUST have combined four polymers, by manipulating four different chemical reactions in a single flask, to form a single multicrystalline substance.

8 Nov 2019

Study Reveals Crystal Structure of Enzyme Responsible for Biosynthesis of CO

A team of researchers from the National Institutes of Natural Sciences (ExCELLS/IMS) and Osaka University has unraveled the precise mechanism of the biosynthesis of carbon monoxide vital for the maturation of the active site of NiFe-hydrogenase.

8 Nov 2019

Buehler Presents Full Mellatographic Lab Solutions

Buehler is proud to offer the complete Full Lab Solution with metallographic and hardness testing equipment that is designed and manufactured by Buehler to ensure the highest quality and utmost performance.

From Buehler 8 Nov 2019

Covalent Metrology and Rigaku Extend Partnership with Installation of Advanced X-Ray Characterization Tools at New Facility

Rigaku Corporation, the world's leading supplier of X-ray metrology technology, is pleased to announce the installation of two of its newest analytical instruments in the recently-expanded Sunnyvale, CA service lab o...

From Covalent Metrology 8 Nov 2019

Bruker Launches Ultrafast FTIR Imaging Microscope LUMOS II

Bruker today announced the launch of the novel, stand-alone FTIR (Fourier Transform Infrared) imaging microscope LUMOS II, which provides ultrafast FTIR imaging capabilities using focal-plane array (FPA) detectors in its high-end version.

From Bruker Optics 7 Nov 2019

Panasonic & Institute of Microchemical Technology Jointly Develop Mass Production Technology for Microfluidic Devices by Glass Molding, a First in the Industry

Panasonic Corporation (Panasonic) and Institute of Microchemical Technology Co., Ltd. (IMT) jointly developed a technology for mass production of microfluidic devices*1 using a glass molding.

7 Nov 2019

Join Us at the 2019 Aiche Annual Meeting in Orlando

The AIChE Annual Meeting is the premier educational forum for chemical engineers interested in innovation and professional growth.

From Freeman Technology 7 Nov 2019

Convert Ltd Secures Cable Assembly Order to Power 100 Electric Quadbikes a Year

Convert Ltd, the UK’s leading manufacturer of cable looms and harnesses, has secured an order to design cable assemblies to power 100 electric all terrain quad bikes a year.

From Convert Ltd. 7 Nov 2019

Shape Corp. Named Swedish Steel Prize 2019 Finalist

For developing a unique manufacturing process and a lightweight solution for A-pillar and roof rail tubes in cars, Shape Corp. has been nominated for the Swedish Steel Prize 2019.

From Shape Corp. 7 Nov 2019

Austin Engineering Named Swedish Steel Prize 2019 Finalist

For developing a revolutionary, two-piece mining excavator bucket that clearly opens up for further bucket design innovations, Austin Engineering has been nominated for the Swedish Steel Prize 2019.

From Austin Engineering Limited 7 Nov 2019

Introducing Assure™, the New X-ray Component Counter from Nordson DAGE

Nordson DAGE, a division of the Nordson Corporation is proud to announce the launch of Assure™, the most intelligent, simplest, fastest and most reliable way to implement live component inventory management into your organization.

From Nordson DAGE 7 Nov 2019