Researchers at the University of Michigan have developed a new system that uses dye-loaded nanoparticles to tag brain tumors for removal.
How to Enhance the Efficiency of Polymer Solar Cells
Understanding structure-property correlations can be helpful in gaining higher efficiencies in polymer solar cells.
Book Review: Rheology of Dispersions: Principles and Applications
Ulrich Handge of the Helmholz Centre Geesthacht reviews the new book Rheology of Dispersions: Principles and Applications by Tharwat F. Tadros.
BASF invests $50 million to acquire equity ownership position in Sion Power
BASF today announced a $50 million investment in Sion Power, the global leader in the development of lithium-sulfur (Li-S) batteries.
Towards Artificial Photosynthesis for Solar Hydrogen Generation
Photosynthesis is considered the "Holy Grail" in the field of sustainable energy generation because it directly converts solar energy into storable fuel using nothing but water and carbon dioxide (CO2). Scientists have long tried to mimic the underlying natural...
Forging an Alliance between Steel and Aluminum
University of Hanover researchers have found the optimum production parameters for compound forging of steel-aluminum parts.
Book Review: Biodegradable Polymers in Clinical Use and Clinical Development
Anna Musyanovych of the Max Plank Institute for Polymer Research reviews Biodegradable Polymers in Clinical Use and Clinical Development.
Most downloaded articles of the month from the Journal of Polymer Science: Polymer Physics
Reviews on all physical aspects of polymer science made a splash in December. Read them for free now!
Graphene Reveals Its Magnetic Personality
Can organic matter behave like a fridge magnet? Scientists from The University of Manchester have now shown that it can.
Book Review: Handbook of Stimuli-Responsive Materials
Prof. Sergiy Minko of Clarkson University reviews the new Handbook of Stimuli-Responsive Materials.