HEADLINES ARCHIVE
Printing of World's First 3-D Printed Concrete Bridge Begins
The BAM Infra construction company begins to print the world’s first 3-D printed (both reinforced and pre-stressed) concrete bridge this week that will eventually be constructed on a new section of a ring road that circles the village of Gemert.
Seagull Droppings Impacting the Environment
According to researchers, the nutrient-rich droppings can result in algal blooms capable of robbing surface waters of the oxygen needed to maintain aquatic life.
Online Database Could Reduce Chemical Tests on Animals
Scientists have developed a new online data sharing system that may reduce the number of animals being subjected to lab tests.
Antimicrobial Products May Be Doing More Harm Than Good
Thought your antimicrobial soaps were protecting you? Think again, according to findings published in the journal Environmental Health Perspectives.
Micro-size Catalyst Support Spheres by Saint-Gobain NorPro Address Growing Industry Demands
There is a growing demand for small-diameter (less than 3mm) spherical catalyst carriers, which provide high-geometric surface area, uniform packing, and even flow distribution.
A Breakthrough for Lightweight Steel Processing
Research on controlling brittle stages in lightweight steel production could lead to safer and greener cars.
Patents Issued for Novel Oxidant Chemistries
Patents cover the only known production processes for large scale quantities of reactive oxygen species in easy-to-use, liquid formulations.
Biofuel for Conventional Diesel Engines
A new process yields biofuel that can be used undiluted in modern diesel engines or mixed in any ratio with petroleum diesel.
PortaCount Quantitative Respirator Fit Tester from TSI Incorporated
The new PortaCount® Respirator Fit Tester platform features intelligent touchscreen solutions that offer you expertise and assistance beyond the fit test.
Tunnel Plug Spares Subways During Flooding
A giant, inflatable structure designed to prevent flooding in subways has been developed and demonstrated.
Recycling Soap from Luxury Hotels
Hoping to reduce waste and impact the local economy, the Anacaona Company—the only soap recycling enterprise in Haiti—is recycling discarded soap, employing local people and attempting to fight water-borne disease.
Infertility, Birth Defects in Mice Linked to Common Household Chemicals
Common household chemicals used in some disinfectants, laundry detergents, fabric softeners shampoos and conditioners, and eye-drops are being linked to birth defects in mice and rats, according to a study from Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM) and the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine at Virginia Tech.
Predicting Metal Stability in Water Enhances Corrosion Control
The ability to predict how metals react with water, and their propensity to corrode, is improved with a new computational approach.
Shape-changing Tensegrity Objects Open Up Many Possibilities
By combining the principles of tensegrity with components 3D printed from shape memory polymers, Georgia Tech engineers produced an object that can be compressed and re-expanded to its original shape.
New Magnet Plate Based on Solid-Core Ring Magnet Technology
Alpaqua Engineering, LLC, has announced the release of the Magnum FLX24® Universal 24-well Magnet Plate. This is the most recent addition to the line of magnet plates used in magnetic, bead-based, nucleic acid isolation applications like cell-free DNA (cfDNA) analysis, next generation sequencing (NGS), DNA and RNA extraction, sequencing and PCR clean up and exome capture
Promising Results for Macrophage-mediated Nerve Repair
A surprising discovery by Duke University biomedical engineers holds promise for regenerating damaged nerves.
New Low-Dimensional Nanomaterials Could Revolutionize Technology
The development of these nanomaterials will improve computer processors, TV displays, and solar cells.
Restoring Ecosystems Key to Fighting Climate Change in Cities
Instead of responding to predictions of increased flooding and extreme heat with hard infrastructure, Simon Fraser University (SFU) researchers are calling on cities and communities to maintain and restore ecosystems.
Octopus Inspires Adhesive Material That Works Underwater
Researchers at Sungkyunkwan University in South Korea have created an adhesive patch that can work even underwater.
New Printed Sensors Monitor Tire Wear and Tear
If adopted, the sensor would increase safety, reduce fuel consumption and improve the performance of vehicles.