Materials and Chemicals

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  • Study examines pros and cons of hydrogen over electrification

    A study by the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) found that hydrogen-based fuel is best suited for use in sectors that cannot be electrified, such as aviation and some industrial processes.

  • Metal-free battery degrades on demand

    Based on a polypeptide organic radical construction, the battery is completely metal free.

  • Microneedle patch offers on-site antibiotic delivery

    Microneedle patch painlessly delivers antibiotic to site of infection.

  • A COVID-19 vaccine primer

    The "whos, whats, hows and whys" of the COVID-19 vaccines.

  • Team working to replace wallets, keys with RFID-equipped accessory

    3D-printed RFID ring could replace wallets, keys.

  • Custom meds could be possible thanks to 3D printing

    3D printing paves the way for customized meds.

  • Bees trained to stick out their tongues at COVID-positive people

    Bees were trained using Pavlovian conditioning.

  • Research suggests snow can shield people, property against explosions

    Snow has blast mitigation properties.

  • New Inocoat manual powder systems range from SAMES KREMLIN

    The system range covers all process needs from ordinary to metallic and UV powders.

  • Shark-inspired film fuels aircraft sustainability

    The material takes a bite out of aerodynamic drag and improves fuel efficiency.

  • Micro algae material could be the ecofriendly future of clothing, skin grafts and more

    The new material could be an eco-friendly solution for the textile, medical and energy industries.

  • Use AI to protect your brand

    AI reduces errors and automates tasks to ensure product quality and protect your brand reputation.

  • Silver chloride mitigates radioactive contamination of soil

    The passive cleanup technology generates no additional waste and consumes no external power.

  • Graphene aerogels form efficient water filters

    A process for 3D printing graphene-based aerogels offers scope for producing stable, scalable structures for water filtration.

  • DC power supplies for a hydrogen energy future

    While there are other ways to produce hydrogen, such as coal gasification and steam reformation of natural gas, the electrolysis process can be both cost-effective and environmentally friendly.

  • Watch: Bioinspired material prevents lead leaks from perovskite solar cells

    The material solution enhances the environmental safety of these solar cells.

  • Video: Automated 3D bioprinting process uses peptide-based hydrogels

    A new method of 3D printing hydrogel scaffolds is based on ultrashort peptides.

  • Self-powered e-patches monitor pulse, blood pressure

    Patches pave the way for future health sensors, battery-free wearables.

  • Biosensor device detects toxins, pathogens

    The biosensor could improve the course of treatment and thus health outcomes.

  • Strong material inspired by lobster bellies

    The new material could be the future of ligament replacements.

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