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Olympus’ Rugged Vanta XRF Maximises Uptime and Profitability

Redefining rugged and improving performance and return on investment in the metal recycling, geochemistry and environmental regulatory sectors, the Olympus Vanta handheld XRF delivers high quality materials analysis even in the toughest environments – combining durability, performance and ease of use

From Evident Corporation - NDT 6 Sep 2016

Researchers Create Strong, Porous Material by Welding Nanoscale Graphene Sheets

A study conducted by a team of researchers at Rice University claims that graphene flakes welded together into solid materials could be suitable for bone implants.

6 Sep 2016

Unique Features of XEMIS Demonstrated by Latest MOF Research

In a paper published recently in Advanced Materials, the unique capabilities of the Hiden Isochema XEMIS sorption analyzer were used to investigate gas separation by a novel metal-organic framework (MOF)

From Hiden Isochema 6 Sep 2016

New Infrared Pyrometer Measures Temperature of Thin Plastic Film

Precision sensor manufacturer Micro-Epsilon has extended its range of infrared temperature sensors with the new thermoMETER CTP-3, an infrared pyrometer that enables the non-contact temperature measurement of thin polypropylene, polyethylene and polystyrene film

From Micro-Epsilon 6 Sep 2016

Imperial College use Kleindiek Micromanipulators in their Research into Electrochemical Energy Devices

EM Resolutions, manufacturers and suppliers of tools and accessories for users of electron microscopes, report on the research of Dr Farid Tariq of Imperial College. He is applying Kleindiek micromanipulators in the characterisation of electrochemical energy devices

From EM Resolutions Ltd 6 Sep 2016

Free Webinar: How can ASTM D4929 Help Reducing Refining Costs?

PANalytical, the world’s leading supplier of analytical instrumentation and software for X-ray and related techniques, announces their free webinar ‘How can ASTM D4929 help reducing refining costs - Organic chlorine determination using X-ray fluorescence’ on 15 September 2016, presented by Taco van der Maten, marketing manager for the petrochemical and polymer industries, PANalytical B.V., The Netherlands

6 Sep 2016

Stanford Researchers Create Low-Cost Plastic Clothing Fabric that Cools Wearer

A team of Stanford engineers have created an economical, plastic-based textile with extraordinary capabilities. If this textile is woven into clothing, it can keep the body cooler than what is possible with synthetic or natural fabrics used in present day clothes.

2 Sep 2016

Researchers Create Novel Ferroelectric Plastic Crystals that Can Accelerate Development of Flexible Toxic Ferroelectrics

A novel “plastic crystal” developed by Hokkaido University researchers has switching properties suitable for memory-related applications.

1 Sep 2016

Researchers Push Limits of Electron Microscopy into Tens of Picometer Scale

Researchers at Penn State and the Molecular Foundry at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory are pushing the limits of electron microscopy into the tens of picometer scale, a fraction of the size of a hydrogen atom.

1 Sep 2016

Berkeley Scientists Directly Probe Previously Hard-to-See Layer of Chemistry Using Unique X-Ray Toolkit

Scientists can now directly probe a previously hard-to-see layer of chemistry thanks to a unique X-ray toolkit developed at the Department of Energy’s Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab).

1 Sep 2016

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

Olympus’ Rugged Vanta XRF Maximises Uptime and Profitability

Researchers Create Strong, Porous Material by Welding Nanoscale Graphene Sheets

Unique Features of XEMIS Demonstrated by Latest MOF Research

New Infrared Pyrometer Measures Temperature of Thin Plastic Film

Imperial College use Kleindiek Micromanipulators in their Research into Electrochemical Energy Devices

Free Webinar: How can ASTM D4929 Help Reducing Refining Costs?

Stanford Researchers Create Low-Cost Plastic Clothing Fabric that Cools Wearer

Researchers Create Novel Ferroelectric Plastic Crystals that Can Accelerate Development of Flexible Toxic Ferroelectrics

Researchers Push Limits of Electron Microscopy into Tens of Picometer Scale

Berkeley Scientists Directly Probe Previously Hard-to-See Layer of Chemistry Using Unique X-Ray Toolkit

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

4New Study Sheds Light on How Copper Catalysts Degrade During Artificial Photosynthesis

5Researchers Develop AI Framework for Optimizing Battery Electrolytes

6Unlocking the Potential of Sodium and Potassium with Novel Graphite Shapes

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Editorial Highlights