John Provis of the University of Sheffield gives an overview of his latest publication: Durability of Alkali-Activated Materials: Progress and Perspectives.
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Rutgers unveils new $5.2 million microscopy suites
Rutgers University have unveiled two microscopy suites – a scanning transmission electron microscope and a helium ion microscope.
Carbon nanotubes could be grown through combustion
A research team have revealed that the molecular mechanism of carbon nanotube (CNT) growth and hydrocarbon combustion actually share many similarities.
Cellulose nanofiber paper filters out viruses
Nanofiber material, derived from Cladophora algae, removes virus particles with an efficiency matching that of the best industrial virus filters.
Iron carbide nanoparticles: a new platform for tumor theranostics
New core/shell structure nanoparticles have been reported by a team led by Peking University researchers.
New self-healing plastics developed
Researchers from KIT and Evonik Industries have developed a novel polymer network that heals itself at relatively low temperatures.
Solvay acquires Plextronics to improve OLED offerings
Expansion also includes new electronics lab in Seoul, South Korean.
Tracking nanoscale changes during lithium ion battery operation
First 3D nanoscale observations of microstructural degradation during battery charge-discharge cycles.
Book review: Handbook of Organic Materials for Optical and (Opto)Electronic Devices
Antonio Facchetti reviews the first edition of the Handbook of Organic Materials for Optical and (Opto)Electronic Devices.
Trainee sought for Wiley Beijing Office
The Materials Science and Physics group of Wiley is offering a Trainee position based in Beijing.