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Bio-inspired sensing and actuating materials: changing colours and/or shapes
A recent study summarises the-state-of-the-art progress of bio-inspired sensing and actuating materials, with focuses on the design principles and the technologies for forming these materials.
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The role of aluminium in C-A-S-H during sulfate attack on concrete
For a recent study tests with C-A-S-H phases in Na2SO4 solutions (3 and 30 g/L SO4) were carried out to study changes in the C-A-S-H nanostructure during sulfate attack on concrete.
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New coating could have big implications for lithium batteries
A new coating developed by the Argonne National Laboratory provides extra layer of protection for battery cathodes.
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New surface treatment could improve refrigeration efficiency
A slippery surface for liquids with very low surface tension promotes droplet formation, facilitating heat transfer.
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Mussel-inspired coatings with tunable wettability for enhanced antibacterial efficiency
Scientists report an in-depth study on the effect of extreme wettability on the antibacterial efficiency of a silver nanoparticles (AgNPs)-based coating.
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Plasmon-induced nitroxide-mediated polymerisation: a method for preparation of functional surfaces
A plasmon as a stimulus opens up new opportunities for selective and regulated "from-surface” polymerisation and functionalisation of surfaces.
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Recent study examines chemistry from 3D printed objects
A recently published work details the different ways in which chemical reactivity is endowed on 3D printed objects.
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Thioxanthone-functionalised 1,6-heptadiene as monomeric photoinitiator
The synthesis of the first photoinitiator (PI) based on thioxanthone (TX) with 1,6-heptadiene structure has been described in a recent study.
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Dow and Menshen bring sustainable design to spouted pouches
Innovative sealing technology to enable the manufacture of mono-material spouted pouches that are designed for recyclability and help advance plastic circularity goals.
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Bühler opens its Cubic innovation campus
After a construction period of 20 months and an investment of about CHF 50 million, Bühler Group has officially openend its Cubic innovation campus with eight application centers.
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Usage of low-quality industrial residues for eco-friendly cement production
Scienticts have elaborated the maximisation of the reuse of industrial residues for the production of CSA-belite clinker as eco-friendly and cost-effective alternative to portland cement.
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Call for applications for the Anton Paar research prize 2019
Anton Paar invites researchers and scientists to submit projects for the first research prize for instrumental analysis and characterisation with a value of EUR 20,000.
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Smallest pixels ever created could light up colour-changing buildings
The smallest pixels yet created - a million times smaller than those in smartphones - could be used for new types of large-scale flexible displays, big enough to cover entire buildings.
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Interview: “There has been a plateauing in innovation”
According to Thierry Vanlancker, CEO of Akzo Nobel, there has been a plateauing in innovation in the paint and coatings industry. Akzo Nobel just finished its first paint and coatings start-up challenge...