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Researchers Study Distortions in Atomic Structure of Materials Using STEM

North Carolina State University researchers have developed a new technique to observe tiny deformities in complex materials at atomic level and identify the cause of such distortions.

16 Feb 2015

Liquid-Infused Polymers Repel Bacterial Build-up on Medical Devices

A research team from the Harvard’s School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) and Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering has carried out a new study on a powerful, long-lasting repellent surface technology for use with medical materials to avert infections due to biofilms.

13 Feb 2015

Molybdenum Disulfide Has Promise for Extremely High-Temperature Electronics

Researchers from the University of California, Riverside and the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute have collaborated in a study to discover that molybdenum disulfide (MoS2) material may hold promise for producing thin-film transistors for applications in extreme temperature environments. The team has reported the method to manufacture molybdenum disulfide thin-film transistors and their performance at high temperatures to demonstrate the potential of the material for extreme-temperature electronics.

13 Feb 2015

Oxford Instruments Commissions a Powerful New High Field, High Energy Magnet System at the Dresden High Magnetic Field Laboratory

Oxford Instruments has successfully developed and installed a compact, high field, high stored energy superconducting magnet system at the Dresden High Magnetic Field Laboratory (Hochfeld-Magnetlabor Dresden – HLD) within the Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf (HZDR) in Germany.

From Oxford Instruments Nanoscience 13 Feb 2015

Magritek Reports on Reaction Monitoring Research Using the Spinsolve Benchtop NMR System in the Cronin Group at the University of Glasgow

Magritek, a leading provider of compact NMR and MRI instruments, report on the use of their Spinsolve Benchtop NMR spectrometer for reaction monitoring studies in the Cronin Group in the Chemistry Department of the University of Glasgow.

From Magritek 10 Feb 2015

Intelligent Mechanical Sensor Using 3D Plastic Tab with Designer Molecules

Researchers at the University of Washington (UW) developed a bone-shaped plastic tab that changes into purple when stretched. The invention is a combination of custom chemistry and 3D printing, enabling the scientists to easily record the force of an object.

10 Feb 2015

Crystal Boundaries Study Could Enable Prevention of Metal Embrittlement in Deep Oil Wells

MIT researchers have carried out a new study into the exact features of a metallic structure which prevents embrittlement in the presence of hydrogen.

10 Feb 2015

Diamonds Could Reveal Complex Protein Structures without the Need for Crystallisation

MIT researchers have developed a new technique capable of producing highly detailed images of single proteins irrespective of the level of complexity in the structure and, more importantly, without the need for crystallisation.

10 Feb 2015

Xavier University Establishes MakerBot Innovation Center for 3D Printing

Xavier University has opened a MakerBot Innovation Center on its campus. The grand opening event was on 4th February, 2014.

9 Feb 2015

Faster, Easier Access to Materials Data in CAD, CAE, and PLM with Granta Design's MI:Materials Gateway 3.0

Granta Design will be running a webinar on Thursday, February 12 to demonstrate the new third-generation MI:Materials Gateway™ solution, providing access to managed materials data within Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE), and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems.

From Granta Design 5 Feb 2015

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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

Researchers Study Distortions in Atomic Structure of Materials Using STEM

Liquid-Infused Polymers Repel Bacterial Build-up on Medical Devices

Molybdenum Disulfide Has Promise for Extremely High-Temperature Electronics

Oxford Instruments Commissions a Powerful New High Field, High Energy Magnet System at the Dresden High Magnetic Field Laboratory

Magritek Reports on Reaction Monitoring Research Using the Spinsolve Benchtop NMR System in the Cronin Group at the University of Glasgow

Intelligent Mechanical Sensor Using 3D Plastic Tab with Designer Molecules

Crystal Boundaries Study Could Enable Prevention of Metal Embrittlement in Deep Oil Wells

Diamonds Could Reveal Complex Protein Structures without the Need for Crystallisation

Xavier University Establishes MakerBot Innovation Center for 3D Printing

Faster, Easier Access to Materials Data in CAD, CAE, and PLM with Granta Design's MI:Materials Gateway 3.0

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 the Impact of Particle Size and Density on Hollow Glass Microsphere Compression Strength

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

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

2Max Space Utilizes ALUULA Material for Space Habitat Construction

3Longer-Lasting Catalyst Boosts Hydrogen Production

4Gold May Be Key Element for Cleaner Drinking Water

5New Solid-State Electrolyte Increases the Affordability of Green Energy Storage

6Advancement of 3D Printing with New Plastic Coating

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