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New Hydrophilic Product for Liquid Silicone Rubber Applications from Cabot

Cabot Corporation today announced the launch of CAB-O-SIL® CLARUS™ 3160 fumed silica, a new hydrophilic product for liquid silicone rubber (LSR) applications. This new fumed silica is designed to improve performance in clear silicone rubber by providing a high level of reinforcement without sacrificing transparency, and with minimal discoloration due to aging.

11 Dec 2013

New Feedback Method for Optimizing Laser Pulse Shapes in Chemical Reaction Control

In many ways, traditional chemical synthesis is similar to cooking. To alter the final product, you can change the ingredients or their ratio, change the method of mixing ingredients, or change the temperature or pressure of the environment of the ingredients. Like an accomplished chef, chemists have become very skilled at the manipulation of these parameters to produce many of the products that make our lives better.

9 Dec 2013

Kaneka to Acquire BASF’s Vinuran PVC Modifier Business

BASF has signed a contract to sell its Vinuran PVC modifier business to Kaneka Belgium N.V., a subsidiary of Kaneka Corporation, Japan.

6 Dec 2013

Dow Chemical Details Scope of Separation of Significant Portion of Chlorine Value Chain

The Dow Chemical Company today detailed the scope of a separation of a significant portion of its chlorine value chain. These assets are being carved out for future transactions, and represent up to $5 billion of total annual revenue, inclusive of sales on the merchant market and sales to support Dow’s downstream, value-added products. The scope includes approximately 40 manufacturing facilities at 11 sites, and nearly 2,000 employees.

From Dow Chemicals 3 Dec 2013

‘Dual-Electrode Photoelectrochemistry’ Provides New Insight into How Solar Water-Splitting Cells Work

With the help of a new method called "dual-electrode photoelectrochemistry," University of Oregon scientists have provided new insight into how solar water-splitting cells work. An important and overlooked parameter, they report, is the ion-permeability of electrocatalysts used in water-splitting devices.

3 Dec 2013

Growing Demand in Emerging Economies Drive Global Epoxy Resins Market

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Epoxy Resins Market, 2016" report to their offering.

From Research and Markets 2 Dec 2013

BASF and Abu Dhabi Petroleum Institute Partner to Develop Efficient, Economical Gas Treatment Processes

BASF and the Petroleum Institute (PI) of Abu Dhabi intend to develop new processes for removing aggressive sulfur compounds from acid gases in a research collaboration. The two parties signed the agreement these days.

From BASF Corporation 30 Nov 2013

New Project on Promoting Chemical Safety Management in the African Region

The International Council of Chemical Associations (ICCA), the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), BASF and other companies in the chemical industry want to improve the chemical transportation safety in Africa. The project “Promoting Chemical Safety Management in the African Region” runs for two years. On November 28 and 29, 2013, a workshop is taking place at the port of Mombasa in Kenya.

From BASF Corporation 29 Nov 2013

Practical Scientific Solutions' New Self-Cleen ST3O Spray-On Antimicrobial Self-Cleaning Coating Product

Green Cleaning is a proven method for protecting a family from the adverse health effects that are caused by cleaning agent toxins in the home. However, it does not protect a family from the adverse health effects that are caused by bacteria and fungus growth in the home.

28 Nov 2013

DFG Approves Establishment of Nine New Collaborative Research Centers

The Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG, German Research Foundation) has approved the establishment of nine new Collaborative Research Centres (CRCs).

27 Nov 2013

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.

Chemistry News

New Hydrophilic Product for Liquid Silicone Rubber Applications from Cabot

New Feedback Method for Optimizing Laser Pulse Shapes in Chemical Reaction Control

Kaneka to Acquire BASF’s Vinuran PVC Modifier Business

Dow Chemical Details Scope of Separation of Significant Portion of Chlorine Value Chain

‘Dual-Electrode Photoelectrochemistry’ Provides New Insight into How Solar Water-Splitting Cells Work

Growing Demand in Emerging Economies Drive Global Epoxy Resins Market

BASF and Abu Dhabi Petroleum Institute Partner to Develop Efficient, Economical Gas Treatment Processes

New Project on Promoting Chemical Safety Management in the African Region

Practical Scientific Solutions' New Self-Cleen ST3O Spray-On Antimicrobial Self-Cleaning Coating Product

DFG Approves Establishment of Nine New Collaborative Research Centers

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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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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