A problem with metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) is that their slightly ionic nature renders their structure vulnerable to deformation.
Graphene-polymer composites for barrier applications
Recent research into combining graphene, graphene oxide and reduced graphene oxide with polymers for use as barrier materials is reviewed.
Ceramic polymer coating system for biogas plants
A new coating system for all kinds of component parts of biogas plants can be applied at ambient temperatures down to minus 10°C.
Hottest Papers in Advanced Healthcare Materials – July 2013
Diagnosis of Dengue, targetting dendritic cells, thermal ablation of cancer, tissue adhesives, and the regenerative microenvironment for tissue healing.
Journal of Polymer Science: Polymer Physics most downloaded article of the year
Review on graphene/polymer composites for energy applications scores more downloads than any other article so far this year.
Rubber meets Science – Organic and Silicone Rubber Processing
The Institute of Plastics Processing (IKV) in Industry and the Skilled Crafts at RWTH Aachen University organises the conference entitled “Rubber meets Science – Organic and Silicone Rubber Processing” on October 14 and 15, 2013, in Aachen.
Researcher team receives grant to study glass transition
Prestigious Keck Foundation award supports University of Akron research into the underlying physical origin of the glass transition.
Light-weight steels will boost energy efficiency
Los Alamos partners with Colorado School of Mines in $1.2 million clean-energy manufacturing project.
German polymer manufacturer Ecronova acquired by Michelman
Michelman has acquired Recklinghausen-based Ecronova Polymer GmbH, a manufacturer of water-based polymers used in the production of paints and lacquers.
Ascent Solar agree joint venture with Suqian government
Agreement covers a multi-faceted, three-phase project over the next six years for producing CIGS technology.