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Researchers Harness Microorganisms for Smart Microsystems

A study team at the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Toyohashi University of Technology has developed a technique to design a biohybrid system that integrates Vorticella microorganisms.

15 Apr 2019

Innovative Technique Causes Liquid Crystals to Develop an Anti-Ordered State

Generally, molecules in liquid crystals will automatically self-organize in a well-ordered manner.

15 Apr 2019

New CBGA Reference Standard for Your Cannabis Potency Testing Program

Restek’s ever-growing selection of cannabis reference standards has expanded again with a new cannabigerolic acid (CBGA) CRM.

From Restek Corporation 15 Apr 2019

New, Flexible Force Testing Solution

AMETEK STC introduces their new, flexible series of motorized test machines, the Chatillon TCM Series. The TCM Series consists of two force testers offering fast and effective force testing up to 350 lbf (1500 N) at an affordable price.

From Lloyd Instruments Ltd. 12 Apr 2019

Scientists Produce Polymers at Room Temperature Under Sunlight

For the first time, researchers from Tomsk Polytechnic University have produced polymers at room temperature under sunlight conditions, though this process usually works at high temperature.

12 Apr 2019

New Drug Delivery Method May Transport Medicine Better Through the Body to Reach Affected Site

People are likely to develop an inflammatory condition somewhere in the body at some point in their life.

12 Apr 2019

Study: Molecules Containing Benzene Ring Have Lower Threshold for Auger Decay

When an electron from one of the lower energy levels collides with another electron in an atom, it is ejected from the atom, thereby forming a gap into which one of the higher-energy electrons can fall, also emitting excess energy.

12 Apr 2019

Newly-developed SEI to Double Energy Density of Current Batteries

Rechargeable lithium metal batteries with increased energy density, performance, and safety may be possible with a newly-developed, solid-electrolyte interphase (SEI), according to Penn State researchers.

12 Apr 2019

Intelligent Capabilities Make AERO Concept a ‘Future Tire’ for Autonomous, Flying Cars

The Goodyear AERO concept is a two-in-one tire designed for the autonomous, flying cars of the future. This concept would work both as a tire for driving on the road and a “propeller” for flying through the sky.

12 Apr 2019

Evonik to Expand TROGAMID® CX Transparent Polyamide Production in Marl

Evonik has announced to expand its production of transparent polyamides of the TROGAMID® CX brand at the Marl Chemical Park (Germany).

From Evonik Industries AG 12 Apr 2019

Cornell Researchers Construct DNA Material with Artificial Metabolism

DNA is a genetic material that is responsible for the function of all living things. However, this genetic material is also a polymer.

12 Apr 2019

New Study Shows How to Extend Lifetime of Al Anode in Al-Based Batteries

The leading power source for electric vehicles and portable electronics is lithium-ion batteries (LIBs).

11 Apr 2019

Researchers Discover Self-Healing Catalyst that can Release Hydrogen from Ammonia Borane

Scientists working within NCCR MARVEL have found a self-healing catalyst that can be used to liberate hydrogen via hydrolytic dehydrogenation of ammonia borane.

11 Apr 2019

“Green” Graphene: Ultra-Pure, Easy to use, Scalable for Industry

Goodfellow is pleased to announce the availability of ultra-pure “green” graphene, guaranteed metal-free and uniquely applicable in metal-sensitive processes. The graphene is produced by means of a highly scalable process that involves breaking methane gas (CH4), a very potent greenhouse gas, into hydrogen and elemental carbon atoms in a plasma reactor.

From Goodfellow 11 Apr 2019

Open Fluorescence Workshop Topics Include Materials Science/Nanotechnology, Analytical/Chemometrics, and Bio- and Medical Research

HORIBA Scientific, global leader in fluorescence instrumentation and other spectroscopy solutions just posted the latest presentation titles for the upcoming FluoroFest symposium to be held at Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, TX.

From HORIBA 11 Apr 2019