Posts by Lisa McDonald
MS&T21 Registrations: Distinguished Life, Emeritus and Senior Members
ACerS 123rd Annual Meeting takes place Oct. 17–21, 2021 in Columbus, Ohio, during MS&T. MS&T affords you an opportunity like no other. You have the chance to hear the latest technical advances and cutting-edge developments in the materials science community, connect with friends, and network with your peers. Make your plans to attend today!
Read MoreFrontiers of Ceramics & Glass Webinar Series: Synthesis and performance of ceramic-based biological composites
Hosted by the Colorado Section, this webinar from Prof. David Kisailus describes the increasing need for the development of multifunctional lightweight materials with high strength and toughness.
Read MoreA concentrated effort—researchers develop ceramic lattice structures for high-temperature heat exchangers
In concentrated solar power systems, higher operating temperature leads to greater efficiency—if the thermal energy is properly managed. Heat exchangers are one option for thermal management, and researchers in Switzerland and Italy explored designing ceramic lattice structures for use in such devices.
Read MoreCeramic and glass business news of the week for June 28, 2021
Ohio will be home to largest solar factory complex outside of China, Canada and EU announce critical minerals alliance, and more ceramic and glass business news of the week for June 28, 2021.
Read MoreThe power of good vibrations: Material and process developments for piezoelectric energy harvesting
The field of piezoelectric energy harvesting looks to convert mechanical motion, notably from vibration sources, directly into electricity. Recent papers in several ACerS journals discuss challenges and research into developing both materials and processes for PEH.
Read MoreReview of “Encyclopedia of Glass Science, Technology, History, and Culture”
Mario Affatigato, editor-in-chief of International Journal of Applied Glass Science, reviews the new two-volume Encyclopedia of Glass Science, Technology, History, and Culture, available for purchase on the ACerS-Wiley bookstore.
Read MoreVideo: Glass bridges—designing for safety
In recent years, China has undergone a glass bridge building boom as local authorities seek to entice tourists. Despite the brittleness of glass, civil engineers explain how careful design can ensure the safety of bridges built from this material.
Read MoreOther materials stories that may be of interest
Sound–light pulses in 2D materials, recovering rare-earth metals, and other materials stories that may be of interest for June 23, 2021.
Read MoreImproving safety of implants: A review on nanotechnology as an anti-infection strategy in periprosthetic joint infections
Periprosthetic joint infection is a serious complication that can occur in joint replacement surgery. Researchers in Italy and the United States review the research on using nanotechnology to prevent and treat PJI.
Read MoreACerS announces 2021 Distinguished Life Members
The American Ceramic Society will award three members the honor of the organization’s 2021 Distinguished Life Members: William E. Lee, Kathleen A. Richardson, and Anil Virkar.
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