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Researchers Discover Self-Healing Catalyst that can Release Hydrogen from Ammonia Borane

Scientists working within NCCR MARVEL have found a self-healing catalyst that can be used to liberate hydrogen via hydrolytic dehydrogenation of ammonia borane.

11 Apr 2019

Researchers Test Bacteria-Laden Concrete Mix to Prevent Road Surface Deterioration Induced by Road Salt

According to researchers at Drexel University, microscopic bacteria may soon help in preventing the deterioration of roads in the winter season. The team is exploring new methods to make the infrastructure much more resilient.

10 Apr 2019

Graphene-Wrapped Lithium Cobalt Oxide Particles Could Help Prevent Fires in Lithium Batteries

Electric vehicles are powered by lithium batteries, enabling them to travel many hundred miles on a single charge. While it is known that these batteries have the capacity for storing energy, they also have a tendency to catch fire on an occasional basis.

10 Apr 2019

Necessary Additives: Ceresana Analyzes the Global Market for Plasticizers

Plasticizers are one of the best-selling chemicals. They are needed to make brittle plastics, rubbers, paints and coatings as well as adhesives more smooth, flexible, and soft.

From Ceresana 10 Apr 2019

New Static “Negative Capacitors” Could Lead to More Energy-Efficient Computing

Using some physics ingenuity, researchers have developed a new method that enables small-scale redistribution of electricity. This breakthrough can pave the way for new areas of studies on more energy-efficient computing.

9 Apr 2019

Carbon Dioxide to Methanol Conversion

NUS chemists have developed a highly efficient nanostructured catalyst based on zinc and silver that can convert carbon dioxide, an environmental pollutant and greenhouse gas, to methanol for use as chemical feedstock and fuel.

5 Apr 2019

New Study Explains Why Amorphous Molybdenum Sulfide Works Best as a Catalyst for Solar Fuel

The production of hydrogen from sunlight will need efficient and cost-effective catalysts. Molybdenum sulfides are regarded as good candidates.

5 Apr 2019

Organic Chemistry Professor to Receive Prestigious Prize for Outstanding Work in the Field of Supramolecular Polymers

Professor Frank Würthner, Chair of Organic Chemistry II at Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg (JMU) in Bavaria, Germany, will receive the Adolf von Baeyer Medal, a highly coveted prize.

5 Apr 2019

Two (Boron) is Better Than One

NUS chemists have developed a cost effective method to synthesise geminal organodiboron compounds which are versatile chemical building blocks for the development of fine chemicals.

5 Apr 2019

Detecting Ethylene, the Fruit Ripening Hormone

NUS chemists have developed fluorescent probes for the detection of ethylene gas for fruit harvesting and storage. Ethylene is a gaseous plant hormone which regulates a wide range of biological processes in plants. It is associated with the ripening processes in a number of fruits such as apples and pears.

5 Apr 2019

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The Material Breakthroughs Revolutionizing Photovoltaics

Photovoltaic technology is revolutionizing sustainable energy with advancements in perovskite cells and innovative recycling methods for eco-friendly solutions.

Emerging Technologies and Trends in the Aerospace Industry

The global economy depends on the aerospace industry, and the technological advancements the aerospace industry has to offer are immense. This article aims to delve into the fascinating world of aerospace and explore the most promising trends and technologies that the industry is developing. How will they pave the future of air travel, and will they make it safer, more sustainable, and more efficient?

Microporous Polymers and Their Applications

Microporous polymers, with their unique structures and properties, are revolutionizing gas storage, carbon capture, and catalysis in various scientific fields.

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Researchers Discover Self-Healing Catalyst that can Release Hydrogen from Ammonia Borane

Researchers Test Bacteria-Laden Concrete Mix to Prevent Road Surface Deterioration Induced by Road Salt

Graphene-Wrapped Lithium Cobalt Oxide Particles Could Help Prevent Fires in Lithium Batteries

Necessary Additives: Ceresana Analyzes the Global Market for Plasticizers

New Static “Negative Capacitors” Could Lead to More Energy-Efficient Computing

Carbon Dioxide to Methanol Conversion

New Study Explains Why Amorphous Molybdenum Sulfide Works Best as a Catalyst for Solar Fuel

Organic Chemistry Professor to Receive Prestigious Prize for Outstanding Work in the Field of Supramolecular Polymers

Two (Boron) is Better Than One

Detecting Ethylene, the Fruit Ripening Hormone

Breaking Boundaries in Ceramic Machining with Internal Threading Innovation

Analytical Techniques Reveal History’s Tracked Changes

Beyond Lithium-Ion: Engineering the Future of Battery Technology

Improve Plastic Pipe Testing Accuracy With ATS Ring Pull Fixtures

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The Material Breakthroughs Revolutionizing Photovoltaics

Emerging Technologies and Trends in the Aerospace Industry

Microporous Polymers and Their Applications

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Breaking Boundaries in Ceramic Machining with Internal Threading Innovation

Analytical Techniques Reveal History’s Tracked Changes

Beyond Lithium-Ion: Engineering the Future of Battery Technology

1New Technology for Processing Rare Earth Metals Licensed to Principal Mineral

2New Insights into Perovskite Solar Cell Failure Pathways

3New Smart Plastic to Revolutionize Aerospace and Automotive Industries

4New Project Aims to Improve Battery Performance and Lower Costs

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