Scientists have found an efficient way to deliver nanoparticles containing a wide range of biomolecules without using endocytosis, for faster drug delivery.
Looking deep into aluminum foam
French and Dutch researchers used X-ray tomography to investigate the fracture behavior of an open cell aluminum foam.
Microfabrication of MOFs: Easy, Fast and Versatile
Researchers describe a generic patterning technique that combines UV-lithography with the hot-pressing of preformed metal-organic framwork crystals.
Microfluidic modulation of stem cell microenvironments
A microfluidic mixing platform creates 3D hydrogels systems with patterns of cell and matrix constituents inspired by native hematopoietic stem cell niches.
Carbon dioxide – raw material of the future
2nd CO2-Conference on Carbon Dioxide as Feedstock for Chemistry and Polymers in “Haus der Technik” Essen, Germany, October 7th to 9th 2013
Room-temperature nanoparticle ceramics
Researchers create a dense, thick, and organic-binder-free ceramic film consisting of stress-free nanoparticles at room temperature.
Stretchable electronics are biocompatible
Team investigate the ability of the body to accept stretchable electronic devices for long-term use.
Revealing the secret of carp teeth crushing mollusk shells
Chinese researchers shed light on the mechanics of black carp teeth crushing mollusk shells as a basis for the synthesis of novel materials.
Spotlight on Polymer Chemistry, Issue 19
The Journal of Polymer Science Part A: Polymer Chemistry highlights some important research in the latest issue.
Synthetic polymer could stop the spread of HIV
A precisely designed macromolecule that mimics the binding of HIV to immune system cells could be used to stop the virus from physically entering the body.