Archive for 2017
Can a panda-shaped solar power plant boost popularity of renewable energy?
In a fresh effort to boost the visibility of its renewable energy efforts, China is turning to one of its most beloved creatures—Panda Green Energy Group Ltd. recently announced that it has connected its latest solar power plant, cutely shaped into the likeness of its namesake, to the electricity grid.
Read MoreSolar glasses powered by organic solar cells pave the way for powering electronics, wearables
Scientists are making inroads with the use of organic materials in solar cells. A research team has recently developed a pair of solar–powered glasses that could eventually power hearing aids or other mobile devices.
Read MoreACerS journals—Enduring quality, challenges ahead
[Image above] Credit: ACerS The recently released Journal Citation Reports (JCR) provides some good news for the journals published…
Read MoreAmerican Chemical Society and GE pair up to advocate for new science emojis
The American Chemical Society and GE recently proposed nine new scientific emojis to be considered to enter the official emoji lexicon later this year—a lab coat, test tube, microbe, petri dish, DNA, compass, abacus, fire extinguisher, and goggles.
Read MoreDella Roy Lecture, student poster sessions contribute to successful Cements 2017
Students, young professionals, and researchers gathered at Georgia Tech to learn, present, and network with others at the 8th Advances in Cements-Based Materials meeting, June 26–28, hosted by ACerS Cements Division. Highlights included the student poster session and Della Roy Lecture.
Read MoreVideo: Biosensing tattoos react to chemical information in body fluid
Can a tattoo monitor glucose levels? Researchers have developed biosensing tattoo ink that identifies metabolic processes through reactions in interstitial fluid—which could eventually provide data on an individual’s medical condition.
Read MoreOther materials stories that may be of interest
2-D material’s traits could send electronics R&D spinning in new directions, screen-printed batteries for renewables on the way, and other materials stories that may be of interest for July 5, 2017.
Read MoreIn the name of liberty, America’s favorite lady dons some serious materials science
One of America’s most iconic representations of its freedom towers some 305 feet above Liberty Island in New York City, N.Y.—the Statue of Liberty. Watch this video to learn more about the unique chemistry of her materials.
Read MoreA look inside a fireworks tube—the chemistry and science behind fireworks
The U.S. celebrates its independence today, and part of that celebration is watching a fireworks display. Did you know that fireworks are a result of a chemical reaction with gunpowder? Here is a look at what goes into the making of fireworks.
Read MoreMicrocapsule carbon capture technique may help microbreweries go ‘green’
Lawrence Livermore National Lab scientists have developed a carbon capture system that uses simple, nontoxic carbon dioxide-grabbing polymer microcapsules to absorb and store the greenhouse gas generated during beer brewing.
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