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Technical Insights Report on Innovations in Chemicals for Building and Construction

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Innovations in Chemicals for Building and Construction - Technical Insights Report" report to their offering.

From Research and Markets 19 Dec 2013

Global Construction Chemicals Market Forecast to Grow at 8.31% CAGR over the Period 2013-2018

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Construction Chemicals Market 2014-2018" report to their offering.

From Research and Markets 17 Dec 2013

Solid Picene Doped with Potassium Becomes a Superconductor

Research by Professor Yoshihiro Kubozono at Okayama University has potential for innovative applications of solid picene and organic superconductors, graphene and other functional materials. This research is featured in the December issue of the Okayama University eBulletin: http://www.okayama-u.ac.jp/user/kouhou/ebulletin/index.html

16 Dec 2013

Pittcon’s 2014 Technical Program to Take Place March 2-6, 2014

Pittcon is pleased to announce the 2014 Technical Program that includes over 2,000 presentations offered in symposia, oral sessions, workshops, awards, and posters. This year’s program covers a wide range of applications such as, but not limited to, biotechnology, biomedical, drug discovery, environmental, food science, fuels/energy, lab management, nanotechnology, polymers/plastics and regulations. The Technical Program, begins on Sunday, March 2 and runs through Thursday, March 6, 2014.

From Pittcon 16 Dec 2013

BASF Catalysts India to Expand its Mobile Emissions Catalysts Production Capacity in Chennai, India

BASF Catalysts India Private Limited (“BASF”) is expanding its mobile emissions catalysts production capacity in Chennai, India.

From BASF Corporation 13 Dec 2013

Austin Manufacturing Facility of Life Technologies Receives 2013 Presidential Green Chemistry Challenge Award

Life Technologies Corporation announced today that the company's Austin manufacturing facility has received the 2013 Presidential Green Chemistry Challenge Award in the category of Greener Synthetic Pathways. Life Technologies' Austin, Texas, facility was recognized for its "Safe, Sustainable Chemistries for the Manufacturing of PCR Reagents" Program.

13 Dec 2013

3M -ECOPRO Agreement for Using Nickel-Manganese-Cobalt (NMC) Cathode in Lithium Ion Batteries

3M and Korea-based ECOPRO have entered into a patent license agreement that aims at further expanding the use of Nickel-Manganese-Cobalt (NMC) cathode materials in lithium ion batteries. Under the agreement, 3M grants a license to US6964828, US7078128, US8241791 and all global equivalents.

From 3M 13 Dec 2013

Rutgers University Leads U.S. Universities in Federal Funding for Chemistry Research and Development

For the second year in a row, Rutgers University leads U.S. universities in federal funding for chemistry research and development, according to an article in a leading industry publication. And for the first time, Rutgers ranks tops in the nation for chemistry research and development funding from all sources – including federal, state, industry, foundation and institutional.

12 Dec 2013

Researchers Develop Novel Method for Removing Uranium and Other Heavy Metals from Water

A new and efficient method for the removal of uranium and other heavy metals from water has been developed at the University of Eastern Finland. Chemec Ltd., a Finnish chemicals industry company, has purchased the rights in the invention and will introduce the method to the commercial markets. Binding metal ions to a solid material, the CH Collector method can be used within the mining industry, and also in the removal of emissions caused by the chemicals and metals processing industries.

12 Dec 2013

MPM’s Fluid Applied Silicone Air and Water Barrier System Awarded US Patent

Momentive Performance Materials Inc., the exclusive global licensee of General Electric-branded sealants, recently obtained a patent for the complete, 100 percent silicone Air & Water Barrier (AWB) system by GE. The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office issued the system U.S. Patent No. 8,513,328, directed to a novel “Fluid Applied Silicone Air and Water Barrier System and Process Thereof.”

From Momentive Performance Materials, Inc. 11 Dec 2013

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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.

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Technical Insights Report on Innovations in Chemicals for Building and Construction

Global Construction Chemicals Market Forecast to Grow at 8.31% CAGR over the Period 2013-2018

Solid Picene Doped with Potassium Becomes a Superconductor

Pittcon’s 2014 Technical Program to Take Place March 2-6, 2014

BASF Catalysts India to Expand its Mobile Emissions Catalysts Production Capacity in Chennai, India

Austin Manufacturing Facility of Life Technologies Receives 2013 Presidential Green Chemistry Challenge Award

3M -ECOPRO Agreement for Using Nickel-Manganese-Cobalt (NMC) Cathode in Lithium Ion Batteries

Rutgers University Leads U.S. Universities in Federal Funding for Chemistry Research and Development

Researchers Develop Novel Method for Removing Uranium and Other Heavy Metals from Water

MPM’s Fluid Applied Silicone Air and Water Barrier System Awarded US Patent

Revolutionizing Hydraulic Fluid Contamination Monitoring with Dynamic Image Analysis

The Evolution and Versatility of Benchtop XRD

A New Approach to Flash Point Testing

Benchtop micro-XRF System for the Elemental Analysis of Samples

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

Advanced Masterbatch and Compounding for Polymers and Plastics

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Advancing Material Analysis with a New Multi-Technique Spectrometer

How to Enhance Battery Performance With Glass

The Role of Advanced Materials in Automotive Technology

What are the Hazards of Alternative CO2 Solutions?

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

Revolutionizing Hydraulic Fluid Contamination Monitoring with Dynamic Image Analysis

The Evolution and Versatility of Benchtop XRD

A New Approach to Flash Point Testing

1Researchers Develop AI Framework for Optimizing Battery Electrolytes

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

3Sustainable Energy Harvesting: Turning Plastic Waste into Power

4Halogen-Free Polymer Electrolytes: A Sustainable Energy Solution

5Improving Sodium-Ion Battery Performance with Dual-Salt Electrolytes

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

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