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AbrasiMet M Medium Abrasive Cutter Introduced by Buehler Durable and Dynamic for Fast Sectioning of Metals

Buehler is excited to unveil the most efficient and powerful abrasive table top cutter in its class, the AbrasiMet M.

From Buehler 28 Jun 2019

Compact Linear Stage Provides High Speed and 10 nm Resolution

Precision motion specialist PI (Physik Instrumente) adds a new integrated XY stage to its compact high-speed positioning stage roster, all powered by ultrasonic piezo-linear motors.

From PI (Physik Instrumente) LP 27 Jun 2019

New Method to Enhance Water Stability of Metal Organic Frameworks

By incorporating hydroquinone, a skin-bleaching element, to a well-established ‘metal organic framework’, its copper ions are modified such that this porous material becomes extremely stable in water.

27 Jun 2019

Cryo-EM Imaging Reveals Step-Like Features in Metal-Organic Frameworks

A new variation on cryo-EM imaging shows what is happening within MOFs, highly porous nanoparticles with a great capacity for storing fuel, isolating gases, and eliminating carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

27 Jun 2019

Solving the Knotty Question of Soft-Pretzel Aroma

Whether at Oktoberfest, the movie theater or a shopping mall, the enticing aroma of soft pretzels is unmistakable. Now, researchers have identified the key compounds that give these twisted knots their distinctive scent. They report their results in ACS’ Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry.

27 Jun 2019

Diving into Water Treatment Strategies for Swimming Pools

With summer in full swing, many people are cooling off in swimming pools. However, some of the substances that are made when chlorine in the water reacts with compounds in human sweat, urine or dirt aren’t so refreshing.

27 Jun 2019

Scientists Change Magnetic Properties of a Material Using Femtosecond Light Wave

Physicists used, for the very first time, a light wave within one femtosecond—the fastest magnetic event ever noted, to alter the magnetic moment of a material.

27 Jun 2019

3D-Printed Device Detects Biomarkers of Preterm Birth

Preterm birth (PTB) –– defined as birth before the 37th week of gestation –– is the leading complication of pregnancy. If doctors had a simple, accurate and inexpensive way to identify women at risk for the condition, they could develop better prevention strategies.

27 Jun 2019

Drexelbrook Launches 3A Certified Point Level Measurement Probes Suitable for Sanitary Applications

AMETEK Drexelbrook, a world leader in level measurement technology, has expanded its point level measurement offering with the new 700-3201 series of fully 3A certified Capacitance/RF Admittance probes, specifically designed for mid-level to premium point level measurement products within sanitary applications that require 3A approval.

From AMETEK Drexelbrook 27 Jun 2019

VUV Analytics™ Announces ASTM D8267, Analysis of Aromatics and Di-Aromatics in Jet Fuel as an Alternative to ASTM D1319 and ASTM D1840

VUV Analytics Inc. announced a significant accomplishment, as the ASTM international committee for fuel regulations approved ASTM D8267 for the analysis of jet fuel.

From VUV Analytics 27 Jun 2019

Fast High Throughput Protein Purification

Postnova Analytics has published an application report that describes a promising new protein purification technique based on diffusion.

From Postnova Analytics 27 Jun 2019

Researchers Solve Mystery of Condensation and Highlight its Benefits

Condensation could fog up glasses or ruin a wood coffee table when it enters into a warm building on a winter day, but it is not completely a problem. The condensation and evaporation cycle has significant applications.

26 Jun 2019

Newly Developed Material Could Save Electronics from Heat Damage

One mode through which heat ruins electronic equipment is by making components to expand at different rates, leading to forces that cause distortion and micro-cracking.

26 Jun 2019

KMLabs, Inc. Introduces QM Quantum Microscope

KMLabs, Inc., the leader in ultrafast laser technology, today introduces the QM Quantum Microscope for next-generation imaging and analysis.

26 Jun 2019

Prevent Small Leaks from Causing Big Problems with a Restek Leak Detector

New and improved, Restek’s electronic leak detector lets you pinpoint small gas leaks quickly and accurately before they cause bigger problems. Now, there’s no more waiting for a full charge—the unit can be operated during charging or used up to 12 hours between charges.

From Restek Corporation 26 Jun 2019