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Researchers Develop New Catalytic Technique to Synthesize Life-Saving Drugs

A group of researchers including Daniel Weix, a chemistry professor at the University of Rochester, has developed a technique to identify new catalysts that may help to synthesize drugs inexpensively and more efficiently.

17 Oct 2016

Surface Texture of GaN Materials Influence Health of Nearby Cells

North Carolina State University researchers have identified that the surface texture of gallium nitride (GaN) materials has the ability to influence the condition of adjacent cells.

17 Oct 2016

Study Provides New Insights into Role of Solvent Molecules in Chemical Reactions

Although solvent molecules in the environment seem to be uninvolved, they can be vital for chemical reactions. This has been revealed by researchers who have been examining the creation of an ether in pure solvents as well as in their mixtures.

7 Oct 2016

Gibeon Meteorite Yields High-Performance OER Catalysts

The electrocatalytic operation of an iron-based Gibeon meteorite for the oxygen evolution reaction (OER) discovered by Dr. Le Formal could rival the advanced performance of OER catalysts. The surprising findings are published in the journal Energy & Environmental Science.

4 Oct 2016

TPU Scientists Develop New Device for Rapid Detection of Hazardous Substances in Water

Scientists from Tomsk Polytechnic University have developed a device for the rapid analysis of liquids on the content of hazardous substances - such as heavy metals.

23 Sep 2016

Spent Coffee Powder in Bioelastomeric Foams Can Remove Harmful Lead and Mercury from Water

Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the U.S., which makes for a perky population — but it also creates a lot of used grounds. Scientists now report in the journal ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering an innovative way to reduce this waste and help address another environmental problem.

22 Sep 2016

Study Creates Potential for Cleaner Production of Methanol

Chemists at Stanford University have solved an age old mystery that takes them one step closer to a cleaner, more energy-efficient way to produce methanol, an essential industrial chemical used in products such as plastics, paints, and glues.

21 Sep 2016

Researcher Receives Grant to Examine Fundamental Properties of Various Prosthetic Implant Materials

Cassie Marker will be spending her fall 2016 semester more than 600 miles away from Penn State’s University Park campus, where she normally conducts research and takes courses as a doctoral candidate in materials science and engineering.

21 Sep 2016

Breakthrough Research on Lignin Could Transform Economics of Biofuel Production

Abundant, chock full of energy and bound so tightly that the only way to release its energy is through combustion — lignin has frustrated scientists for years.

19 Sep 2016

ABB to Launch SiC-Based Next-Generation Battery Charger at InnoTrans Trade Show

At the upcoming trade show InnoTrans in Berlin, Germany, September 20 to 23, ABB will launch a next generation battery charger based on silicon carbide (SiC) power semiconï¿½ductors for use in all rail applications.

16 Sep 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.

Chemistry News

Researchers Develop New Catalytic Technique to Synthesize Life-Saving Drugs

Surface Texture of GaN Materials Influence Health of Nearby Cells

Study Provides New Insights into Role of Solvent Molecules in Chemical Reactions

Gibeon Meteorite Yields High-Performance OER Catalysts

TPU Scientists Develop New Device for Rapid Detection of Hazardous Substances in Water

Spent Coffee Powder in Bioelastomeric Foams Can Remove Harmful Lead and Mercury from Water

Study Creates Potential for Cleaner Production of Methanol

Researcher Receives Grant to Examine Fundamental Properties of Various Prosthetic Implant Materials

Breakthrough Research on Lignin Could Transform Economics of Biofuel Production

ABB to Launch SiC-Based Next-Generation Battery Charger at InnoTrans Trade Show

Understanding Thermal Fluids: Key Insights into Heat Transfer Systems

Revolutionizing Hydraulic Fluid Contamination Monitoring with Dynamic Image Analysis

The Evolution and Versatility of Benchtop XRD

Benchtop micro-XRF System for the Elemental Analysis of Samples

Cubic Instruments' Laser Raman Gas Analyzers: Reliable Solutions for Monitoring Industrial Process Gases

Fluorolog-QM™: Modular Research Fluorometer

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The Benefits of AirBreather Systems Across Industries

Advancing Material Analysis with a New Multi-Technique Spectrometer

How to Enhance Battery Performance With Glass

The Role of Advanced Materials in Automotive Technology

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?

Chemistry News

Understanding Thermal Fluids: Key Insights into Heat Transfer Systems

Revolutionizing Hydraulic Fluid Contamination Monitoring with Dynamic Image Analysis

The Evolution and Versatility of Benchtop XRD

1Researchers Develop AI Framework for Optimizing Battery Electrolytes

2Self-Healing Polymer Glasses: A Breakthrough in Material Science

3Improving Sodium-Ion Battery Performance with Dual-Salt Electrolytes

4Sustainable Energy Harvesting: Turning Plastic Waste into Power

5OptiMate: Accelerating Sustainable Material Discovery with Machine Learning

6Scandium Substitution Enhances Lithium Ion Transport for Next-Gen Batteries

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