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Better Solar Cells Thanks to Electrons of Nanoparticles

The electrons in nanoparticles of noble metal oscillate together apace with the frequency of the light. This phenomenon can be exploited to produce better and cheaper solar cells, scientists at Chalmers University of Tec...

22 Feb 2008

New Guide to Recycled Content in Construction Products

From this month, manufacturers of building products will be able to make credible declarations of the recycled content of individual brands using a guide introduced by WRAP (Waste & Resources Action Programme). T...

22 Feb 2008

University of Oregon gets Nanoscience Research Center

University of Oregon looks to take the lead in the nanotechnology race with a new multi million dollar nanoscience research facility.

21 Feb 2008

Measuring Copper in Zinc Oxide Nanowires to Optimise Optical and Electrical Properties

Measuring copper contamination in zinc oxide nanowires is extremely important as it influences the optical and electrical properties of the material.

21 Feb 2008

Researchers to Talk About Making Solar Energy a Reality

A University of Southampton academic will talk about his plans to make solar energy a reality, on BBC Radio 4's Material World tomorrow (Thursday 21st February). Dr Darren Bagnall, at the University's School o...

20 Feb 2008

Aluminum-Rich Alloy Makes Hydrogen Economically Competitive with Conventional Fuels

Purdue University engineers have developed a new aluminum-rich alloy that produces hydrogen by splitting water and is economically competitive with conventional fuels for transportation and power generation. "We...

20 Feb 2008

Coperion to Show Off New and Improved Plastics Compounder at Chinaplas

The new STS Compounder from Coperion features 30% higher output and will be on show at Chinaplas from April 17 to 20, 2008.

From Coperion GmbH 19 Feb 2008

Coca Cola Set Goal to Recycle 100% of Aluminum Can and PET Bottles it Manufactures

The Coca-Cola Company today announced a long term target to recycle or reuse 100 percent of the aluminum beverage cans it sells in the U.S. This new objective builds on the Company's previously announced goal to recy...

18 Feb 2008

Proper Disposal of Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs is Necessary to Ensure Maxiumum Ecofriendliness

In an effort to do good for the planet-and save a few bucks on energy bills-many consumers are making the switch from incandescent to compact fluorescent lighting (CFL) in their homes and businesses. CFLs are high-ef...

18 Feb 2008

New Solar-to-Grid Energy System Sets Record for Conversion Efficiency

Sandia and Stirling Energy have turned on a new solar-to-grid system with record-breaking conversion efficiency.

14 Feb 2008

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.

Sustainable Technologies News

Better Solar Cells Thanks to Electrons of Nanoparticles

New Guide to Recycled Content in Construction Products

University of Oregon gets Nanoscience Research Center

Measuring Copper in Zinc Oxide Nanowires to Optimise Optical and Electrical Properties

Researchers to Talk About Making Solar Energy a Reality

Aluminum-Rich Alloy Makes Hydrogen Economically Competitive with Conventional Fuels

Coperion to Show Off New and Improved Plastics Compounder at Chinaplas

Coca Cola Set Goal to Recycle 100% of Aluminum Can and PET Bottles it Manufactures

Proper Disposal of Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs is Necessary to Ensure Maxiumum Ecofriendliness

New Solar-to-Grid Energy System Sets Record for Conversion Efficiency

Tackling the Battery Production Challenge

Enhancing Materials Research with XRM Microscopy and Deep Learning Reconstruction

Digital Traceability and the Battery Passport: A Conversation with Rockwell Automation

RXT Series: Reliance® Legacy Motors

SM-92100EUVC: Excimer UV Cleaner

Enhance Nanostructure Analysis With the SAXSpoint 500 SAXS/WAXS System

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Optimizing Laboratory Efficiency Through In-House Acid Purification

Proven Reliability for ABB’s Triple Isotope Analyzer in Independent Testing

Mineral Analysis in the Mining Industry: Sample Preparation and Challenges

Understanding Battery Elemental Analysis: Ensuring Performance and Reliability

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?

Sustainable Technologies News

Tackling the Battery Production Challenge

Enhancing Materials Research with XRM Microscopy and Deep Learning Reconstruction

Digital Traceability and the Battery Passport: A Conversation with Rockwell Automation

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2‘Shark Skin’ Surfaces to Cut Aircraft CO2 Emissions

3Novel Method for Eco-Friendly, High-Performance Li-ion Battery Materials

4Tunable Adhesion in Robotics: The Power of Shape Memory Polymers

5High-Selectivity CO2-to-Methanol Catalysis Unveiled

6Scientists Have Created Artificial Skin that Can Sense, Heal and Adapt

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