Materials and Chemicals

HEADLINES ARCHIVE

  • Increasing biofuel feedstock production from crops

    A collaborative project to produce seed-based feedstock for biofuels has been initiated by global agriculture technology company Corteva and BP PLC.

  • Heat pump performance in cold climates

    The combination of low charge designs, proven cold climate performance and effective defrost control positions R290 heat pumps for wider use in residential and light commercial markets.

  • Biodegradable starch sachets gradually deliver fertilizer without petroleum plastics

    This solution includes starch sachets reinforced with nanoparticles featuring powdered or granulated fertilizers, with the collaborators explaining that starch is a biodegradable polymer that in sachet form can be filled with a mix of assorted nutrients essential for crops.

  • This catalyst cuts the cost of hydrogen production

    An affordable alternative that reduces the amount of platinum consumed during the process is being advanced.

  • Hydrogen-ready energy: Why fluid control is the hidden backbone of future infrastructure

    In today’s fast-growing hydrogen industry, hydrogen readiness is not an option, but a set of specific engineering requirements that must be met at both the system and component levels.

  • Photovoltaic efficiency gain for this solar cell material

    A new performance benchmark has been established for antimony chalcogenide solar cells.

  • Lightweight sensors could de-ice planes faster

    To develop the system, the team used a triboelectric nanogenerator (TENG) sensor that is capable of detecting ice forming, melting and detaching on surfaces, providing this information in real time but using very little energy.

  • These solvents are making a breakthrough in the longstanding PET synthesis struggle

    DESs are suitable for industrial use, but optimizing the environmental impact remains a key area for future development.

  • New 4D-printed hydrogel skin hides, unveils images on cue

    The material is a programmable hydrogel film, the appearance, texture and mechanical response of which can reportedly be tuned via external triggers.

  • Apollo Seiko brings expanded selective soldering lineup and new dual-pot innovations to APEX 2026

    The company will highlight two new inline platforms and a dual-pot selective system along with three industry-proven soldering robots.

  • New light-triggered patch offers fast, leak-proof sealing in neurosurgery

    Researchers have examined Janus tissue patches, which include two distinct surfaces — one surface that strongly adheres to tissue and another surface that prevents unwanted adhesion.

  • Toothbrush-activated powder whitens, repairs and protects teeth

    The researchers are developing a tooth-whitening compound that produces ROS when activated by electric toothbrush vibrations while simultaneously strengthening and repairing teeth.

  • Vantablack: The world’s darkest material

    The material is incorporated into a range of coatings that dramatically reduces stray light and improves performance across a broad range of industries.

  • Pine bark removes up to 90% of blood pressure, painkiller drugs from wastewater

    Chemically modified pine bark captures pharmaceutical residues before the waste reaches rivers and other bodies of water.

  • New off-grid filter eliminates over 99% of nanoplastics

    The porous metallic filter attracts negatively charged nanoplastics within water.

  • Operational constraints on Venezuelan heavy crude production and export

    The operational priority is restoring the upstream-to-export chain: reliable diluent supply, effective blending/upgrading, intact pipelines and storage, and consistent marine loading.

  • Norton goes for the gold

    Norton products and expertise are making it possible for U.S. luge team athletes to go for the gold.

  • Lubrizol showcases medical-grade TPU and device innovation at MD&M West 2026

    Lubrizol will highlight its portfolio of medical-grade thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) solutions alongside its differentiated design, development and manufacturing services for medical devices.

  • Improving productivity and protection across the ACE market with Sames Solutions

    his article explores the unique challenges faced by ACE manufacturers, the advanced solutions Sames offers and how these innovations help companies bond, protect and beautify their equipment for maximum performance and market impact.

  • Dymax 9773 adhesive joins aerospace and defense innovations

    When you have a source of adhesion that is not only speedy, but budget-friendly AND requires less energy wasted compared or other bonding systems - it's destined to be the "go-to" method.

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