D. Tyler McQuade, Ph.D. , a professor in the Virginia Commonwealth University College of Engineering , is principal investigator of a multi-university project seeking to use artificial intelligence to help scientists come up with the perfect molecule for everything from…
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Chameleon inspires ‘smart skin’ that changes color in the sun
A new concept in the field of photonic crystals
A “GPS” to guide the discovery of new materials
The ability to accurately predict synthetic pathways to create new materials and control their prope
Story tips from the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory, September 2019
Computing–Assessing veteran suicide risk In collaboration with the Department of Veterans Affairs, a team at Oak Ridge National Laboratory has expanded a VA-developed predictive computing model to identify veterans at risk of suicide and sped it up to run 300…
Rice reactor turns greenhouse gas into pure liquid fuel
Lab’s ‘green’ invention reduces carbon dioxide into valuable fuels
Study reveals ‘radical’ wrinkle in forming complex carbon molecules in space
Unique experiments at Berkeley Lab’s Advanced Light Source shine a light on a new pathway for carbon
FEFU scientists developed brand-new rapid strength eco-concrete
The compressive strength of concrete — is achieved 28 days after pouring — has increased by 2.7 – 3.3 times (B60) compared with traditional concrete mixtures of similar components. Frost-resistance is increased three times up to F600 from F200. Water-resistance…
Researchers develop process flow for high-res 3D printing of mini soft robotic actuators
SUTD, SUSTech and ZJU researchers’ proposed process flow guides 3D printing of miniature soft pneuma
A new model of heat transfer in crystals was developed by Russian scientists
Russian scientists suggested a model describe the distribution of heat in ultrapure crystals at the
Researchers’ review paper reveal insights into high quality fabrication of nanocomposites
SUTD together with research collaborators provide much needed analysis and review of the emerging re
$1.75 million X-ray tool is first of its kind in the US
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. — Binghamton University, State University of New York will acquire a sophisticated new X-ray tool useful in materials research and R&D for electronics. The $1.75 million system — the third of its kind in the world and the…
Making polyurethane degradable gives its components a second life
SAN DIEGO, Aug. 26, 2019 — Polyurethane waste is piling up in landfills, but scientists have a possible solution: They have developed a method to make polyurethane degradable. Once the original product’s useful life is over, the polymer can easily…
From crystals to glasses: a new unified theory for heat transport
SISSA scientists, in collaboration with colleagues at the University of California at Davis, develop
New technique gives polyurethane waste a second life
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Polyurethane is used in a wide range of materials, including paints, foam mattresses, seat cushions and insulation. These diverse applications generate large amounts of waste. A team at the University of Illinois has developed a method to…
Researchers use AI to plot green route to nylon
NYU Tandon School of Engineering team discovers sweet spot in electrochemical production of nylon’s
With NSF support, CSU team tackles post-hurricane grid resiliency
Designing a self-reliant, resilient electric system for Tallahassee
Rewriting the periodic table at high pressure
The periodic table has been a vital foundational tool for material research since it was first created 150 years ago. Now, Martin Rahm from Chalmers University of Technology presents a new article which adds an entirely new dimension to the…
Chemistry professor recognized for record of service to Electrochemical Society
Electrochemistry award