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Study Findings Help Understand Electrical Flows in Closely-Packed Nanowires

A research team led by Mike Lilly at Sandia National Laboratories has noticed a voltage increase of up to 25% in two nanowires separated by a few nanometers. The finding provides a better understanding on the incorporation of nanowires in the building of nanocircuits for next-generation devices.

From Sandia National Laboratories 9 Dec 2011

Advanced X-Ray Microscope to Study Single Nanomaterials and Nanostructures

Helmholtz Zentrum Berlin (HZB) scientists have created a novel microscope for performing X-ray spectroscopic studies of single nanoparticles and nanostructures at high spatial resolution at the nanoscale.

9 Dec 2011

Three-Dimensional Transistors with Indium-Gallium-Arsenide Nanowires

New three-dimensional transistors made from tiny indium-gallium-arsenide nanowires can help engineers design lighter laptops and more efficient, compact and faster integrated circuits.

From Purdue University 8 Dec 2011

Tokyo Institute of Technology, Teijin Co-Develop Carbon Nanofiber with Electrical Properties

The Tokyo Institute of Technology and Teijin have jointly fabricated a carbon nanofiber with high conductivity and first-of-its-kind elliptical cross-section comprising well-developed graphite layers arranged in one direction.

From Teijin Limited 8 Dec 2011

Researchers Develop Novel Method to Trap and Purify Nanomaterials

A research team led by Javid Rzayev, who serves as Assistant Professor of Chemistry at the University at Buffalo has developed small molecular cages that are capable of trapping and purifying nanoparticles.

7 Dec 2011

Imaging Tool to Study Presence of Nanomaterials in Blood and Live Cells

A research team at Purdue University has developed a label-free imaging technique, dubbed as transient absorption, for monitoring nanostructures such as carbon nanotubes in the bloodstream and live cells, paving the way for advancing the applications of nanostructures in clinical medicine and biomedical research.

From Purdue University 7 Dec 2011

Research on Behavior of Small Volume Phase Change Materials (PCM)

Researchers from India have introduced a cheap material that is capable of storing heat energy collected during the day time from the sun and releasing it slowly at the night time.

6 Dec 2011

Zhong Lin Wang Receives 2011 Materials Research Society Medal

Zhong Lin Wang, Regent’s Professor of the Georgia Institute of Technology has been awarded a 2011 Materials Research Society Medal for his technology innovations based on zinc oxide nanostructures on November 30 2011 at the society’s fall meeting conducted in Boston.

5 Dec 2011

Researchers Characterize Optical Properties of ZnO Nanoparticles for Toxicity Study

In order to study the toxic effects on skin by zinc oxide nanoparticles, the commonly used ingredient in sunscreen products, a team of researchers from Switzerland and Australia has devised an optical method to quantitatively examine the zinc oxide nanoparticle concentration level at various skin depths.

3 Dec 2011

Olympus Innov-X Introduces the Goldxpert Countertop Portable XRF for Non-Destructive Precious Metals Testing

Olympus Innov-X is pleased to announce the introduction of the GoldXpert line of portable countertop X-ray fluorescence (XRF) analyzers specifically designed to deliver rapid alloy chemistry and karat classification to t...

From Evident Corporation (XRF / XRD) 1 Dec 2011

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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

Study Findings Help Understand Electrical Flows in Closely-Packed Nanowires

Advanced X-Ray Microscope to Study Single Nanomaterials and Nanostructures

Three-Dimensional Transistors with Indium-Gallium-Arsenide Nanowires

Tokyo Institute of Technology, Teijin Co-Develop Carbon Nanofiber with Electrical Properties

Researchers Develop Novel Method to Trap and Purify Nanomaterials

Imaging Tool to Study Presence of Nanomaterials in Blood and Live Cells

Research on Behavior of Small Volume Phase Change Materials (PCM)

Zhong Lin Wang Receives 2011 Materials Research Society Medal

Researchers Characterize Optical Properties of ZnO Nanoparticles for Toxicity Study

Olympus Innov-X Introduces the Goldxpert Countertop Portable XRF for Non-Destructive Precious Metals Testing

A Platform Approach to Scientific Data Flow Management: Everything You Need to Know

Advancing Laboratory Collaboration - Connexus®

Discussing Market Expansion and Business Strategy with PerkinElmer

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UV Cure Dielectric Sensor: Precision Monitoring for UV Cured Resins with Quick-Connect Fixture

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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

A Platform Approach to Scientific Data Flow Management: Everything You Need to Know

Advancing Laboratory Collaboration - Connexus®

Discussing Market Expansion and Business Strategy with PerkinElmer

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