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Rutgers Scientists Discover Springy Nanostructured Alloys

Scientists at the Rutgers School of Engineering have discovered a new class of highly robust metal alloys that could prove ideal for producing compact and highly responsive switches, sensors and springs.

16 Mar 2011

New ASAP Surface Area and Porosity Analyzer from Micromeritics

With its continued commitment to offering the best in material characterization instrumentation, Micromeritics introduces the new ASAP 2020 HD which includes many features that offer improved isotherm resolution and accuracy. Current ASAP 2020 users can also benefit from these new capabilities by upgrading their instrument to the new HD standard.

From Micromeritics Instrument Corporation 9 Mar 2011

Dr. Kaltzakorta Creates Silica Capsule Filled with Organic Material for New Generation of Cements

Cement (and derivatives thereof) is one of the materials most commonly used in construction, given its good performance at low cost.

3 Mar 2011

New Findings Reveal Mechanical Characteristics of Spider Silk Fibers

Scientists now have a better understanding of why spider silk fibers are so incredibly strong.

3 Mar 2011

Micromeritics to Launch Accelerated Surface Area and Porosimetry System at Pittcon

Micromeritics, will not only display a variety of its own products at Pittcon, but also material characterization instrumentation represented by its Particulate Systems brand. With the addition of this brand, Micromeritics currently offers one of broadest ranges of particle characterization instruments and services on the market.

From Micromeritics Instrument Corporation 2 Mar 2011

Veeco's TurboDisc K465i MOCVD System Chosen for GaN Power Electronics Research

Veeco Instruments Inc. announced today that Samsung Advanced Institute of Technology (SAIT) in Korea has selected Veeco's TurboDisc(R) K465i(TM) Gallium Nitride (GaN) Metal Organic Chemical Vapor Deposition (MOCVD) System for advanced GaN on Si research for power electronics.

2 Mar 2011

Phenom-World Launches Second Generation Desktop SEMs

When first launched in 2006, the Phenom™ desktop scanning electron microscope (SEM) caused a stir with its 30 second load time, superb image quality and easy to use touch screen user interface. Phenom-World has built on that success and has launched the second generation of desktop SEMs; the Phenom G2 pro and the Phenom G2 pure.

From Thermo Fisher Scientific Phenom-World BV 1 Mar 2011

CVDGraphene Research Starter Materials and Services Now Available for Insulation

CVD Equipment Corporation and Graphene Laboratories Inc. now offer commercial CVDGraphene™ research starter materials and customization services for transparent and conductive CVD grown Graphene films that we transfer onto a wide variety of substrates such as insulating silicon dioxide, plastic, and glass.

1 Mar 2011

LG Innotek and UD Collaborate to Explore Development of High-Voltage Solar Cells

When LG Innotek (LGIT), a major electronics manufacturer in South Korea, was seeking a cutting-edge collaborator to explore development of a high-voltage solar cell, they traveled nearly 7,000 miles east of Seoul, to the...

25 Feb 2011

Scientists Measure the Atomic Structure of Nanoparticles for the First Time

For the first time, scientists from Empa and ETH Zurich have, in collaboration with a Dutch team, managed to measure the atomic structure of individual nanoparticles. The technique, recently published in Nature, could help better understand the properties of nanoparticles in future.

22 Feb 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

Rutgers Scientists Discover Springy Nanostructured Alloys

New ASAP Surface Area and Porosity Analyzer from Micromeritics

Dr. Kaltzakorta Creates Silica Capsule Filled with Organic Material for New Generation of Cements

New Findings Reveal Mechanical Characteristics of Spider Silk Fibers

Micromeritics to Launch Accelerated Surface Area and Porosimetry System at Pittcon

Veeco's TurboDisc K465i MOCVD System Chosen for GaN Power Electronics Research

Phenom-World Launches Second Generation Desktop SEMs

CVDGraphene Research Starter Materials and Services Now Available for Insulation

LG Innotek and UD Collaborate to Explore Development of High-Voltage Solar Cells

Scientists Measure the Atomic Structure of Nanoparticles for the First Time

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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Exploring Wet Granulation in Tablet Manufacturing

Going the Extra Mile: Why Use Agitated Nutsche Filter Dryers (ANFDs) Instead of Büchner Funnels for Solid-Liquid Separation

Choosing the Ideal Automotive Bonding Tape: Testing Methods for Optimal Performance

VOCs and SVOCs - How to Achieve Cleaner Air

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

1New Electrolyte Improves Battery Production and Recycling

2New Smart Adhesive with Unmatched Strength and Versatility

3Longer-Lasting Catalyst Boosts Hydrogen Production

4New Solid-State Electrolyte Increases the Affordability of Green Energy Storage

5Max Space Utilizes ALUULA Material for Space Habitat Construction

6New Tech Makes Gold Recovery from E-waste Easier and Greener

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