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Complex Oxide Materials Make Room for Developing New Type of Computer Chips

Researchers at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory are currently analyzing the behavior of nanoscale materials. The outstanding behavior identified by them could help improve microprocessors beyond the existing silicon-based chips.

16 Sep 2016

On-Surface Chemical Reactions Develop Novel Chemical Compounds

On-surface chemical reactions have the potential to lead to the development of novel chemical compounds that are yet to be synthesized by solution chemistry. A high-resolution atomic force microscope can be used to study the first-step, second-step, and third-step products in detail.

14 Sep 2016

Narrowing Down Active Form of Iron-Based Catalyst Can Open New Possibilities for Making More-Active Fuel Cells

Fuel cells have long held promise as power sources, but low efficiency has created obstacles to realizing that promise.

13 Sep 2016

Innovative Method to Move Small Objects Using Acoustics

A team of researchers from Aalto University have successfully manipulated the motion of many objects on a vibrating plate with a solitary acoustic source.

12 Sep 2016

Responsive, Hybrid Material Could Help Track Human Diseases

Researchers at The University of Pittsburgh's Swanson School of Engineering have demonstrated for the first time that the concept of “materials that compute” can possibly be developed to detect simple patterns. This latest breakthrough brings us one step closer towards such hybrid materials.

6 Sep 2016

High Productivity SPE Sample Preparation

Proven in labs around the world, the Porvair Sciences Microlute SPE sample preparation system provides a fast, trouble-free alternative to cartridges for high productivity sample clean-up

From Porvair Sciences Limited 31 Aug 2016

Atomic Level Analysis Showcases Functioning of Calcium Channel Blockers

Two specific classes of calcium channel blockers, commonly prescribed for patients with heart diseases, develop separate therapeutic effects based on their actions at varied sites on the calcium channel molecule. This discovery was made through an atomic level analysis.

25 Aug 2016

Researchers Use Bayesian Statistical Methods to Gain New Insights into Materials Characterization

Researchers from Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), North Carolina State University (NC State), and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) have used Bayesian statistical methods to develop a novel approach for materials characterization and as a result, to gain new insights into material structures.

24 Aug 2016

Ontotext Selected to Unleash the Power of The Institution of Engineering and Technology’s Knowledge

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24 Aug 2016

Metal-Free Metamaterials Transmit Wavelengths of Light Using Flash of Light

A study, published in App. Phys. Lett. 2016, DOI:10.1063/1.4959272, highlights that only a streak of light is needed to transform a metal-free metamaterial from a state that blocks specific wavelengths of light to a state that allows such restricted wavelengths to pass through.

22 Aug 2016

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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 Science News

Complex Oxide Materials Make Room for Developing New Type of Computer Chips

On-Surface Chemical Reactions Develop Novel Chemical Compounds

Narrowing Down Active Form of Iron-Based Catalyst Can Open New Possibilities for Making More-Active Fuel Cells

Innovative Method to Move Small Objects Using Acoustics

Responsive, Hybrid Material Could Help Track Human Diseases

High Productivity SPE Sample Preparation

Atomic Level Analysis Showcases Functioning of Calcium Channel Blockers

Researchers Use Bayesian Statistical Methods to Gain New Insights into Materials Characterization

Ontotext Selected to Unleash the Power of The Institution of Engineering and Technology’s Knowledge

Metal-Free Metamaterials Transmit Wavelengths of Light Using Flash of Light

Innovating Analytical Science: Precision in Focus with QSight®

An Introduction to Reverse Tip Sample Scanning Probe Microscopy (RTS SPM)

Advancing Solid-State Battery Research

RXT Series: Reliance® Legacy Motors

EC-32010CC: Fully-Automated Carbon Coater

Enhance Nanostructure Analysis With the SAXSpoint 500 SAXS/WAXS System

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The Role of Vibration Isolation in Improving NMR Accuracy

An Introduction to OMNISEC RESOLVE Multi-Detector GPC/SEC System

How Photothermal AFM-IR Reveals Hidden Details in Polymer Blends

Using SDT to Analyze the Thermal Properties of LFP Li-Ion Cathodes

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 Science News

Innovating Analytical Science: Precision in Focus with QSight®

An Introduction to Reverse Tip Sample Scanning Probe Microscopy (RTS SPM)

Advancing Solid-State Battery Research

1Triple-Layer Material Boosts Green Hydrogen Production Eightfold

2Exum Instruments and Thermo Fisher Scientific Enter into Commercial Agreement for Scientific Advancement in Europe and China

3Emerson's New Battery Energy and Asset Management Software Improves Return on Investment, Grid Stability

4Nuvvon Reports a Major Breakthrough in Solid-State Battery Scalability

5Breakthrough in 3D Chip Integration Promises Faster, More Efficient High-Performance Computing

6Scientists Design Novel Absorber for High-Performance Tandem Solar Cells

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