Posts by Lisa McDonald
Diatoms serve as tiny silica scaffolds for inexpensive and scalable growth of molybdenum disulfide flakes
Researchers at the University of Manchester in the U.K. have devised a strategy that gives new use to diatom shells, using the silica shells as scaffolds for building atomic sheets of molybdenum disulfide.
Read MoreInternational focus on France, ACerS strategic initiatives, and meeting OSHA’s silica regulations—all inside the October/November 2016 issue of ACerS Bulletin
The October/November issue of the ACerS Bulletin—featuring articles on the ceramic and glass industry in France, ACerS president’s update on the Society’s strategic initiatives, and how new silica regulations will affect workplaces—is now available online.
Read MoreGOMD ‘dream team’ attends Society of Glass Technology centenary celebration in the UK
The Society of Glass Technology in the United Kingdom celebrated its 100th anniversary in September, and approximately 40 ACerS Glass and Optical Materials Division members were there to take part in the festivities.
Read MoreVideo: Nissan unveils new zero-emission, high-performance concept car
Keeping fuel-efficiency paramount, automotive manufacturer Nissan recently unveiled its latest concept car—the BladeGlider, which “combines zero-emissions with high-performance in a revolutionary sports car design,” according to a Nissan press release.
Read MoreOther materials stories that may be of interest
New machine mills in nanometer precision, advancing lithium-air batteries, and other materials stories that may be of interest for September 21, 2016.
Read MoreMXene films provide option for better, thinner electromagnetic shielding for electronic devices
Researchers at Drexel University and Korea Institute of Science & Technology are working together to develop new materials into incredibly thin and lightweight films than can more effectively block electromagnetic radiation.
Read MoreCeramic and glass researchers seek ‘Big Ideas’ at NSF-funded workshop
Scientists at a recent NSF-funded workshop presented the latest work in the field and why it matters in the context of scientific trends and society’s compelling grand challenges.
Read MoreThe Ceramic and Glass Industry Foundation and The Glass Manufacturing Industry Council Receive $20,000 Grant from Owens-Illinois
The Ceramic and Glass Industry Foundation (CGIF) and The Glass Manufacturing Industry Council (GMIC), both located in Columbus, Ohio, are pleased to announce receipt of a $20,000 grant from the O-I Charities Foundation of Perrysburg, Ohio, to support CGIF outreach programs and provide travel grants to college-age students.
Read MoreSpark plasma sintering welds graphene into 3-D structures to replace bone
Researchers at Rice University (Houston, Texas) aren’t missing out on graphene’s skeletal potential—using spark plasma sintering of graphene flakes, the researchers fabricated 3-D porous solids from that they say will make an excellent bone replacement material.
Read MoreFunction over form: ‘Smarter’ textiles pave way for clothes that do more than cover
From textiles that effectively dissipate body heat, to fabric that harvests energy from the sun, to computers sewn right into our sweaters, check out some of the latest innovations in “smart” clothing.
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