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Scientists Discover Possible Mechanism for Fundamental Understanding of Biological Processes

This chirality has a profound influence on the chemistry and molecular interactions of living organisms. The creation of chirality from the elementary building blocks of matter is one of the great mysteries of the origin of life.

1 Dec 2008

University Materials Science Boost Nanotechnology Research with New "Clean Room"

The University of Conneticut dramatically expanded its nanotechnology research capabilities this month, with the opening of a 1,000-square-foot ‘clean room’ that will allow scientists to fabricate cutting-edg...

30 Nov 2008

Sigma-Aldrich Release New "Materials by Application" Materials Science Catalog

The catalog features more than 4,000 products for research in Alternative Energy, Organic Electronics, Metal & Ceramic Science, Nanomaterials, Micro/NanoElectronics and Polymer Science.

From Sigma-Aldrich 26 Nov 2008

MIT Materials Science Professor Receives DOD Recognition for "Natural Armor" Research

Christine Ortiz, an associate professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at MIT, was recently named a 2009 National Security Science and Engineering Fellow (NSSEFF) by the Department of Defense for her research project titled "Natural Armor: An Untapped Encyclopedia of Engineering Design for Protective Defense Applications."

26 Nov 2008

Researchers Create Polymer Solar Cells with High Efficiency Levels and Cost Reduction

Currently, solar cells are difficult to handle, expensive to purchase and complicated to install. The hope is that consumers will one day be able to buy solar cells from their local hardware store and simply hang them li...

26 Nov 2008

European Synchrotron Radiation Facility (ESRF) Undergoes Next Generation Upgrade

More than ten thousand scientists across Europe will profit from new investments in the European Synchrotron Radiation Facility (ESRF) approved today. Over the next seven years, unique new experimental facilities for research with X-rays will come into operation.

26 Nov 2008

Material Scientists Finds Use for Gyroid Polymer Structure in Low-Cost Photovoltaic Cell

Now an international team of researchers has shown that the gyroid structure can be used to "self-assemble" a low-cost photovoltaic cell.

25 Nov 2008

Engineers Find New Ways to Squeeze Out Greater Efficiency from Solar Photovoltaic Cells

New ways of squeezing out greater efficiency from solar photovoltaic cells are emerging from computer simulations and lab tests conducted by a team of physicists and engineers at MIT. Using computer modeling and a var...

25 Nov 2008

$Extended Capabilities for High Temperature X-Ray Diffractometers$

Extended Capabilities for High Temperature X-Ray Diffractometers

Modern materials science demands sophisticated tools to perform investigations
in defined environments and under controlled temperature conditions. Non-ambient
X-ray diffraction (XRD) is established for a wide range of industrial and research
applications. Now, a new capillary extension, compatible with PANalytical's
combined X’Pert PRO MPD/HTK 1200N High-Temperature Oven Chamber (Anton
Paar) system, expands the capabilities of this already powerful combination.

24 Nov 2008

Graphene Device to Kickstart Revolution in Data Storage

A team at Rice University has figured out that a strip of graphite only 10 atoms thick can be broken with a jolt of electric current -- and repaired with another. Over and over.

23 Nov 2008

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 Science News

Scientists Discover Possible Mechanism for Fundamental Understanding of Biological Processes

University Materials Science Boost Nanotechnology Research with New "Clean Room"

Sigma-Aldrich Release New "Materials by Application" Materials Science Catalog

MIT Materials Science Professor Receives DOD Recognition for "Natural Armor" Research

Researchers Create Polymer Solar Cells with High Efficiency Levels and Cost Reduction

European Synchrotron Radiation Facility (ESRF) Undergoes Next Generation Upgrade

Material Scientists Finds Use for Gyroid Polymer Structure in Low-Cost Photovoltaic Cell

Engineers Find New Ways to Squeeze Out Greater Efficiency from Solar Photovoltaic Cells

Extended Capabilities for High Temperature X-Ray Diffractometers

Graphene Device to Kickstart Revolution in Data Storage

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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