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Other materials stories that may be of interest
‘Scotch tape’ and laser beams craft new material that could improve LED screens, stem cell technique shows promise for bone repair, and other materials stories that may be of interest for February 22, 2017.
Read MoreFish scales inspire ceramic-plated protective gloves that are puncture-resistant yet flexible
By studying how fish scales deform, interact, and fracture, scientists at McGill University have uncovered mechanisms to translate that flexible strength into principles to engineer puncture-resistant gloves that can maintain dexterity while protecting workers with superior appendage protection.
Read MoreKathleen Richardson to speak at 2017 Malcolm G. McLaren Symposium
Kathleen Richardson will present the 2017 Malcolm G. McLaren Distinguished Lecture on Friday March 31 at the 2017 Malcolm G. McLaren Lecture Symposium at Rutgers University. She will speak on the topic, “Chalcogenide glasses—a versatile platform for innovations in the infrared.”
Read MoreBusiness investment in materials science education is investment in future
Supporting materials science education is a worthwhile investment for businesses in the science industry. The Ceramic and Glass Industry Foundation provides an affordable way for companies to sponsor high school science curriculums at the local level with its Materials Science Classroom Kits.
Read MoreMeasuring high-temperature properties, using ceramics to enhance water treatment, and more inside March 2017 ACerS Bulletin
The March 2017 issue of the ACerS Bulletin—featuring techniques for high-temperature property measurement of refractory ceramics, conductive ceramic membranes for water treatment, and more—is now available online.
Read MoreYoung material scientists, apply for ASPIRE competition for chance to win $25,000
Young scientists, listen up—the U.S. State Department is seeking applicants to represent the country in the 2017 ASPIRE Competition, with an opportunity to win a $25,000 grand prize.
Read MoreVideo: Nanorod-connected quantum dots create two-way LEDs that could integrate smart displays into our future
A team at the University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign, Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute, and Dow Electronic Materials has developed two-way LEDs that can both emit and harvest light—and may enable next-gen, smart touchless displays.
Read MoreOther materials stories that may be of interest
Using atomic layer deposition to engineer atom-thick oxide semiconductors, research team helps Boeing set up nondestructive evaluation laboratory, and other materials stories that may be of interest for February 15, 2017.
Read MoreScience speaks: Which comes out on top this Valentine’s day, milk or dark chocolate?
Beyond personal preference, what can science say about which kind of chocolate comes out on top—milk or dark? Watch this video from ACS Reactions to get the play-by-play of how dark squares stack up to milk chocolate.
Read MoreGrad student uses ceramics knowledge to improve water filter production in Uganda
A graduate student from London is using his knowledge of ceramics to help a non-profit in Uganda improve production processes for locally-manufactured ceramic water filters.
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