Posts by Lisa McDonald
Ceramic and glass business news of the week
ICG publishes book of glass lectures from past summer schools, Press Glass builds $43.5 million plant in U.S., and more ceramic and glass business news of the week for August 17, 2018.
Read MoreHonoring ACerS awards class of 2018, plus more inside September ACerS Bulletin
The Society announces awards that will be presented at the Awards Banquet of the 120th Annual Meeting in October to recognize significant contributions to the engineered ceramic and glass field by members and corporations.
Read MoreVideo: 3-D printed ‘Hyperelastic Bone’ regenerates bone tissue
Researchers have developed a flexible ceramic 3-D printed bone implant. Called ‘Hyperelastic Bone,’ the implant can regenerate bone tissue growth, ultimately becoming part of the patient’s own bone.
Read MoreOther materials stories that may be of interest
Magnets that affect the behavior of a superconductor, seed coats that hold the secret to smart materials, and other materials stories that may be of interest for August 15, 2018.
Read More3-D printed ceramic implants could someday replace bone graft technology
In a new study, researchers have demonstrated a method of regenerating bone using 3-D printed ceramic scaffolds. This technique could possibly replace traditional bone grafts and help those with bone injuries or deformities.
Read MoreThe American Ceramic Society Announces 2018 Class of Fellows
WESTERVILLE, Ohio, August 10, 2018—The American Ceramic Society (ACerS) will elevate 15 members to Fellow status at ACerS Annual Honor…
Read MoreACerS announces 2018 Distinguished Life Members, Class of Fellows
ACerS announces the 2018 Distinguished Life Members and Class of Fellows. The awards will be presented at ACerS Annual Honor and Awards banquet, October 15, 2018, in Columbus, Ohio, during ACerS Annual Meeting at MS&T18.
Read MoreCeramic and glass business news of the week
CoorsTek announces new R&D center in the Netherlands, China eliminates taxes on new energy vehicles, and more ceramic and glass business news of the week for August 10, 2018.
Read MoreVideo: This ceramic artist combines science and art to create beautiful sculptures
Ceramic artist Sabri Ben-Achour creates unique sculptures by mixing a little science with art. He gets his inspiration from wabi-sabi, the Japanese philosophy of finding beauty in imperfection. Watch the video to see his distinctive techniques.
Read MoreOther materials stories that may be of interest
Solar energy used to provide water filtration in Haiti, 3-D printing battery electrodes, and other materials stories that may be of interest for August 8, 2018.
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