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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

Scientists Discover Charge Density Waves on Surface of Graphene Sheets

A research team at the London Centre for Nanotechnology has for the first time found electronic stripes dubbed as ‘charge density waves,’ on the graphene sheet surface that produce a graphitic superconductor.

1 Dec 2011

Study Reveals Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles May Cause Cancer

Researchers at the Nanyang Technological University (NTU) have discovered that nanoparticles of zinc oxide, a widely used chemical in consumer products, are capable of causing cancer.

1 Dec 2011

Journal of Materials Science Announce Winners of Sapphire Prize

Springer and the editors of the Journal of Materials Science announce the winners of the Sapphire Prize, awarded to the best papers published in the journal during its 2011 Sapphire (45th) Anniversary Year. The winners o...

From Springer - Science and Technology Publishers 30 Nov 2011

Rice Makes Graphene Suitable For Organic Chemistry

Rice University researchers have discovered a novel technique to make graphene suitable for use in organic chemistry.

30 Nov 2011

Surface Defects Enhance Performance of Graphene Sensors

A research study conducted at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign has revealed that sensors made of less-perfect graphene deliver enhanced sensitivity.

30 Nov 2011

Research Reports Analyze Toxic Effects of Nanomaterials to Human Health and Environment

According to two reports on nanotoxicology, most of the studies conducted in the past ten years mainly focused on the application of nanomaterials rather than their risk to human health and environment.

30 Nov 2011

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

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

Scientists Discover Charge Density Waves on Surface of Graphene Sheets

Study Reveals Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles May Cause Cancer

Journal of Materials Science Announce Winners of Sapphire Prize

Rice Makes Graphene Suitable For Organic Chemistry

Surface Defects Enhance Performance of Graphene Sensors

Research Reports Analyze Toxic Effects of Nanomaterials to Human Health and Environment

How can Charge Photometry be Used for Battery Screening and Development?

Comparing Computed Radiography and Digital Detector Arrays

How the RSC is Empowering the Future of Chemical Sciences

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

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Observation of Paraffin Wax Crystallization in Lubricating Oils Using Scanning Electron Microscopy

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

How can Charge Photometry be Used for Battery Screening and Development?

Comparing Computed Radiography and Digital Detector Arrays

How the RSC is Empowering the Future of Chemical Sciences

1Transforming Carbon Dioxide and Lignin Into Biodegradable Polymers

2Advancement of 3D Printing with New Plastic Coating

3A Greener Way of Producing Ammonia

4Overcoming Challenges in Solid-State Sodium Battery Production

5Making Stronger and Safer Lithium Batteries

6New Recipes for Improved Battery Materials

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