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New Composites Exhibit Good Photoelectrochemical Cathodic Protection Performance for Stainless Steels

Photoelectrochemical (PEC) cathodic protection is shown to be effective in preventing the corrosion of metals.

28 Feb 2022

New Type of Inexpensive Catalyst Material Speeds Up Electrochemical Reaction

An electrochemical reaction that splits apart water molecules to produce oxygen is at the heart of multiple approaches aiming to produce alternative fuels for transportation. But this reaction has to be facilitated by a catalyst material, and today's versions require the use of rare and expensive elements such as iridium, limiting the potential of such fuel production.

28 Feb 2022

A Light-Driven Method for the Direct ‘Uphill’ Isomerization of Many Olefin Classes

Chemists have long sought methods to convert more stable internal olefins into less stable terminal olefins. Isomerization reactions that proceed against a thermodynamic bias, as this one would, are generally challenging for conventional thermal catalysis.

25 Feb 2022

Researchers Peer into the Black Box to Understand Catalytic Reactions

Many of the catalytic reactions that drive our modern world happen in an atomic black box. Scientists know all the components that go into a reaction, but not how they interact at an atomic level.

25 Feb 2022

Compact Multi-Position Reactor Kit for Low Temperature Chemistry

Asynt has introduced a versatile new kit for labs conducting low temperature chemistry – the DrySyn SnowStorm MULTI Starter Kit.

From Asynt 25 Feb 2022

Biodegradation of Plastic with Marine Bacteria

Plastic pollution is a growing threat to marine ecosystems which requires innovative solutions to address. A paper currently in the pre-proof stage in the Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering has presented research into the biodegradation of plastic waste using marine bacteria.

24 Feb 2022

Researchers Develop New Method for Upcycling Plastic Waste at Room Temperature

A new and simple method for upcycling plastic waste at room temperature has been developed by a team of researchers at the Centre for Sustainable and Circular Technologies (CSCT) at the University of Bath. The researchers hope the new process will help recycling become more economically viable.

24 Feb 2022

Alternative Diagnostic Technology to Evaluate the Rapid Degradation Mechanism of Li-ion Batteries

As far as all modern electronics are concerned, lithium-ion batteries play a central role and are currently being implemented steadily in electric vehicles.

23 Feb 2022

Pd100-xCux Alloy Nanodot-Modified TiO2 Photocatalysts Display Optimized Energy Barrier for Interfacial Hydrogen Desorption

Hydrogen energy has received widespread attention and has been intensely investigated as an ideal candidate to replace traditional fossil fuels. Among many approaches to hydrogen production, semiconductor photocatalysis is considered to be one of the most ideal methods due to its easy operation and environmental friendliness.

23 Feb 2022

Scientists Demonstrate First On-Surface Synthesis of Nitrogen-Substituted Undecacenes

Acenes have attracted a great deal of interest because they feature remarkable electronic properties such as spin-polarization and magnetism in the larger members of the family.

23 Feb 2022

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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

New Composites Exhibit Good Photoelectrochemical Cathodic Protection Performance for Stainless Steels

New Type of Inexpensive Catalyst Material Speeds Up Electrochemical Reaction

A Light-Driven Method for the Direct ‘Uphill’ Isomerization of Many Olefin Classes

Researchers Peer into the Black Box to Understand Catalytic Reactions

Compact Multi-Position Reactor Kit for Low Temperature Chemistry

Biodegradation of Plastic with Marine Bacteria

Researchers Develop New Method for Upcycling Plastic Waste at Room Temperature

Alternative Diagnostic Technology to Evaluate the Rapid Degradation Mechanism of Li-ion Batteries

Pd100-xCux Alloy Nanodot-Modified TiO2 Photocatalysts Display Optimized Energy Barrier for Interfacial Hydrogen Desorption

Scientists Demonstrate First On-Surface Synthesis of Nitrogen-Substituted Undecacenes

The Evolution and Versatility of Benchtop XRD

A New Approach to Flash Point Testing

How to Use AFM to Study 2D Materials and Superlattices

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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The Role of Advanced Materials in Automotive Technology

What are the Hazards of Alternative CO2 Solutions?

Using Polymer-Based Printers and Injectors for Metals and Ceramics

A Guide to ASTM D790 and its Importance

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

The Evolution and Versatility of Benchtop XRD

A New Approach to Flash Point Testing

How to Use AFM to Study 2D Materials and Superlattices

1Researchers Develop AI Framework for Optimizing Battery Electrolytes

2Halogen-Free Polymer Electrolytes: A Sustainable Energy Solution

3Smart Coatings: Thermally Responsive Polymer Brushes for Advanced Applications

4Upcycling LDPE: Transforming Plastic Waste into High-Value Graphite

5Sustainable Energy Harvesting: Turning Plastic Waste into Power

6High-Performance PEM for Electrochemical Hydrogen Storage

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