June 28, 2024Water Decontamination With Yeast HydrogelMIT and Georgia Tech researchers use beer yeast encapsulated in hydrogels to absorb lead from contaminated water. Read more
June 25, 2024Harnessing Bio-based Materials in Solar CellsResearchers are exploring the use of bio-based materials to enhance the performance and sustainability of solar cells. Read more
June 18, 2024MXene Hydrogels: A Plastics Industry BreakthroughMXene hydrogels are emerging as innovative materials with promising applications across various industries, including conductive plastic materials and packaging. Read more
June 13, 2024Recycling Wind Turbine Blades: Path to CircularityThe fast expansion of the wind energy industry has resulted in a significant rise in Wind Turbine Blade (WTB) waste. Unfortunately, conventional disposal methods can exacerbate environmental issues. Read more
June 6, 2024Conductive Polymers in Supercapacitors: Innovations and ApplicationsConductive polymers (CPs) have emerged as a significant material in the development of supercapacitors due to their unique properties and potential applications in the market. Read more
June 5, 2024Roadway Pavements as Energy SourcesInnovative Roadway Pavements can fulfill multiple functions, including pavement condition monitoring, snow-melting, urban heat island effect (UHI) reduction, and self-healing. Read more
May 29, 2024Strategies for Managing Solar Panel WasteThe difficulty in handling solar panel waste lies in managing the large amount of waste, retrieving valuable materials, and controlling toxic substances. Read more
May 22, 2024Family and Multi-Cavity Tools: The Manufacturing EquationFamily and multi-cavity tools are two different approaches, and the choice between them can significantly impact production, efficiency, cost, and flexibility. Read more
May 21, 2024The Impact of Plasticizers on Linear PolymersRecent studies have delved into the profound effects of plasticizers on the crystallization behavior of linear polymers, shedding light on their impact on nucleation, growth, and melting processes. Read more
May 10, 2024Exploring the Dynamics of Self-Regulating Heating CablesIntroducing SR (Self-Regulating) heating cables opens the door to innovative heating solutions that revolutionize efficiency and reliability across various industries. Read more