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Single-Angle Bragg Ptychography Allows Easier Reconstruction of 3D Data

Under stress, everything reacts differently - even the relatively orderly atoms in crystals.

23 Mar 2017

Molecular Dynamics Simulations Help Predict Shift in Glass Transition Temperature of a Confined Liquid

Polymers are used for countless applications, and the most vital property that dictates which polymer is selected for a given application is its "glass transition temperature."

23 Mar 2017

Spintronic Technology Paves Way for Newly Designed Magnetic Tunnel Junctions

For the past two decades, magnetic tunnel junctions (MTJs) have been a vital component in spintronic devices such as read heads of hard disk drives and nonvolatile magnetoresistive random access memories (MRAMs). Researchers have constantly been trying to enhance their performance.

23 Mar 2017

Yale Scientists Discover Gel-Like Slurry that enhances the Efficiency of Lithium-Sulfur Batteries

An ultra-thin coating material capable of extending the life and enhancing the efficiency of lithium-sulfur batteries, currently considered to be one of the most promising energy-based research areas, has been developed by Yale scientists.

22 Mar 2017

Mkango and Metalysis Collaborate to Develop Rare Earth Metal Alloys for use in 3D-Printed Permanent Magnets

In a recent announcement made by Mkango Resources Ltd. (TSXV / AIM: MKA), the Company pointed out that it has entered into a Memorandum Of Understanding ("MOU") with Metalysis Limited ("Metalysis") in order to collaborate in the research, development and commercialization of novel rare earth metal alloys for use in three-dimensional (3D) printed permanent magnets.

21 Mar 2017

Researchers Examine New Polymers to Advance Field of Stretchable Electronics

Simon Rondeau-Gagne’s University of Windsor lab is involved in researching new synthetic polymers as the first step in creating wearable electronics.

20 Mar 2017

Study Results Help Address the Problem of Hydrogen Alloy Embrittlement

A global research project involving a scientist from University of Queensland has helped to bring next-generation steel and metal alloys a step closer to reality.

17 Mar 2017

A Golden Discovery Could Revolutionize Wearable Technology

Researchers at Missouri S&T may have made it possible to one day conform the smartphone to a personâ€™s wrist and if that happens it may be covered in pure gold.

17 Mar 2017

Formlabs Materials Scientist Explains the Science Behind 3D Printing Materials and Colors

If you’re interested in using a 3D printer as a production tool at work, and not just as a potentially frustrating but ultimately awesome hobby, you want the best, right? It’s important to remember that a great 3D printer is only as good as the parts it can produce, which in turn are only as good as the material and its properties.

17 Mar 2017

MIT Study on How Effects of Crystal Defects can Impact Heat and Electrical Transport in Microchips

New research provides a better understanding into how crystal dislocations, which are a common type of defect in materials, can influence heat and electrical transport via crystals, at a microscopic, quantum mechanical level.

16 Mar 2017

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

The primary distinction between graphene-based batteries and solid-state batteries lies in the composition of either electrode. Although the cathode is commonly changed, carbon allotropes can also be employed in fabricating anodes.

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

In recent years, the IoT is rapidly being introduced into almost all sectors, but it has particular importance in the EV industry.

Materials Research News

Single-Angle Bragg Ptychography Allows Easier Reconstruction of 3D Data

Molecular Dynamics Simulations Help Predict Shift in Glass Transition Temperature of a Confined Liquid

Spintronic Technology Paves Way for Newly Designed Magnetic Tunnel Junctions

Yale Scientists Discover Gel-Like Slurry that enhances the Efficiency of Lithium-Sulfur Batteries

Mkango and Metalysis Collaborate to Develop Rare Earth Metal Alloys for use in 3D-Printed Permanent Magnets

Researchers Examine New Polymers to Advance Field of Stretchable Electronics

Study Results Help Address the Problem of Hydrogen Alloy Embrittlement

A Golden Discovery Could Revolutionize Wearable Technology

Formlabs Materials Scientist Explains the Science Behind 3D Printing Materials and Colors

MIT Study on How Effects of Crystal Defects can Impact Heat and Electrical Transport in Microchips

The Evolution and Versatility of Benchtop XRD

A New Approach to Flash Point Testing

How to Use AFM to Study 2D Materials and Superlattices

Benchtop micro-XRF System for the Elemental Analysis of Samples

Advanced Masterbatch and Compounding for Polymers and Plastics

AirBreather Platform for Continuous Gas Analysis

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How is Biotechnology Applied in the Plastics Sector?

A Guide to ASTM D790 and its Importance

Introduction to Polymer Analysis Using Near-Infrared and Raman Spectroscopy

Ethylene Oxide Regulations: How Changes Might Play Out Under New Administration

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

Materials Research News

The Evolution and Versatility of Benchtop XRD

A New Approach to Flash Point Testing

How to Use AFM to Study 2D Materials and Superlattices

1Smart Coatings: Thermally Responsive Polymer Brushes for Advanced Applications

2Upcycling LDPE: Transforming Plastic Waste into High-Value Graphite

3Forge Nano Secures $40 M to Scale U.S. Battery Manufacturing and Commercial Semiconductor Equipment Businesses

4Researchers Develop AI Framework for Optimizing Battery Electrolytes

5Unlocking the Potential of Sodium and Potassium with Novel Graphite Shapes

6Halogen-Free Polymer Electrolytes: A Sustainable Energy Solution

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