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Sensor that Works a Bit Like A Nose

A tiny silicon chip that works a bit like a nose may one day detect dangerous airborne chemicals and alert emergency responders through the cell phone network.

14 May 2010

AFM being Used to Record Sounds from within Living Insects

A team of Clarkson University scientists led by Prof. Igor Sokolov are using atomic force microscopy (AFM) to record sounds emanating from inside living insects like flies, mosquitoes and ladybugs.

14 May 2010

Exotic Multi-Particle Interactions Between Ultracold Atoms in An Artificial Crystal of Light

MPQ-LMU scientists demonstrate for the first time exotic multi-particle interactions between ultracold atoms in an artificial crystal of light. At extremely low temperatures atoms can aggregate into so-called Bose Einstein condensates forming coherent laser-like matter waves.

14 May 2010

Prototype Insulation System Could lead to High-Efficiency Electrical Generators

Engineers at the University of Southampton's School of Electronics and Computer Science (ECS) are working to develop prototype insulation systems that could lead to new high-efficiency electrical generators. Prof...

13 May 2010

Scientists Unravel the Secret Behind One of the Most Fascinating Materials in the World

Five times the tensile strength of steel and triple that of the currently best synthetic fibers: Spider silk is a fascinating material. But no one has thus far succeeded in producing the super fibers synthetically. ...

13 May 2010

System Measures Energy Involved in Adding Electrons to Semiconductor Nanocrystals

Physicists at McGill University have developed a system for measuring the energy involved in adding electrons to semi-conductor nanocrystals, also known as quantum dots – a technology that may revolutionize computing and other areas of science.

12 May 2010

Graphene May be the Ideal Material to Keep Laptops From Overheating

Professor Alexander Balandin and a team of UC Riverside researchers, including Chun Ning Lau, an associate professor of physics, have taken another step toward new technology that could keep laptops and other electronic ...

12 May 2010

ASU's NanoFab Facility Helps Industry Develop Better Technologies

ASU's NanoFab facility is teaching industry ways to manufacture better products and helping engineers and scientists develop new technologies.

12 May 2010

Using Ultracentrifugation to Produce Ultrapure Carbon Nanotubes

In two new papers, Rice University researchers report using ultracentrifugation (UCF) to create highly purified samples of carbon nanotube species. One team, led by Rice Professor Junichiro Kono and graduate students...

11 May 2010

Benchtop System to Print 3D Microstructures onto Glass Substrates

Dr. Yves Bellouard of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Eindhoven University of Technology is coordinator of a new European project, Femtoprint, to be started this month. The goal is to design a convenient 3D laser printer that will print microstructures in glass.

10 May 2010

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

Sensor that Works a Bit Like A Nose

AFM being Used to Record Sounds from within Living Insects

Exotic Multi-Particle Interactions Between Ultracold Atoms in An Artificial Crystal of Light

Prototype Insulation System Could lead to High-Efficiency Electrical Generators

Scientists Unravel the Secret Behind One of the Most Fascinating Materials in the World

System Measures Energy Involved in Adding Electrons to Semiconductor Nanocrystals

Graphene May be the Ideal Material to Keep Laptops From Overheating

ASU's NanoFab Facility Helps Industry Develop Better Technologies

Using Ultracentrifugation to Produce Ultrapure Carbon Nanotubes

Benchtop System to Print 3D Microstructures onto Glass Substrates

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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Revontium™: Compact XRF Spectrometer

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

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Harnessing the Potential of Tapes to Address Energy Challenges Across Industries

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

1Advancement of 3D Printing with New Plastic Coating

2Transforming Carbon Dioxide and Lignin Into Biodegradable Polymers

3Making Stronger and Safer Lithium Batteries

4Max Space Utilizes ALUULA Material for Space Habitat Construction

5Gold May Be Key Element for Cleaner Drinking Water

6New Electrolyte Improves Battery Production and Recycling

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