Posts by Lisa McDonald
Graphical abstracts help journal articles get noticed
An easy way to get your journal article noticed is to submit it with a graphical abstract image, which is an image, table, graph, or another figure that includes a brief text description highlighting the most important aspect of your paper.
Read MoreVideo: Watch these 3-D printed magnetic devices change shape and perform tricks
Researchers at MIT have fabricated small flexible magnetic structures using a 3-D printer and ink fused with magnetic particles. The structures could be used to remotely control biomedical devices for drug delivery or for pumping blood, among other functions.
Read MoreOther materials stories that may be of interest
A solar cell that uses bacteria to convert light to energy, a “bioscaffold” from graphene foam that helps grow new cartilage, and other materials stories that may be of interest for July 11, 2018.
Read MoreImproving toughness of nanocrystalline ceramics
Researchers have demonstrated a new toughening mechanism for nanoceramics by studying weak interfaces in nanocrystalline ceramics. Their method could improve impact resistance without compromising functional properties.
Read MoreGo ahead and dive in—Urine content is just a ‘drop in the bucket’
Researchers have conducted studies on the amount of urine in an average swimming pool. The results show that you’re probably not in any danger.
Read MoreACerS journals increase impact—5 highlights from Clarivate’s latest Journal Impact Factor report
ACerS journals have increasing influence in the scientific community, according to the latest Journal Impact Factor report from Clarivate. The Journal of the American Ceramic Society continues to be the most cited journal in the field of ceramic science and engineering.
Read MoreCeramic and glass business news of the week
Summer school on ferroelectrics to be held December 10–14, BMW contracts with Chinese lithium-ion battery manufacturer to provide lithium-ion battery cells for use in its hybrid vehicles and EVs, and more ceramic and glass business news of the week for July 6, 2018.
Read MoreVideo: July 4th is opportunity to celebrate America’s birthday, impress friends at picnic
Happy 4th of July to our American readers! Unsure of what to bring to today’s family gathering? In today’s video, we bring you a quick and easy “recipe” of sorts for your contribution to the family picnic.
Read MoreOther materials stories that may be of interest
Sodium and potassium hold promise as alternatives to lithium-based batteries, new ultra-thin flexible sensors, and other materials stories that may be of interest for July 4, 2018.
Read MoreTeachers and mentors honored for their contributions to STEM programs
The White House will present more than 140 teachers, mentors, and organizations with special presidential awards, consisting of a presidential citation and $10,000, to recognize their contributions to enhancing student learning in the STEM subjects.
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