Posts by Lisa McDonald
Renowned Egyptian glass scientist Adli Bishay deceased
The international glass community has lost one of its luminaries—Adli Bishay, professor emeritus at American University in Cairo, Egypt. Memorial services are planned for Sunday, Dec. 6, 2015, at 6:00 p.m. at the AUC Tahrir Campus in Cairo.
Read MoreOther materials stories that may be of interest
Measuring low-temp thermal expansion, new way to make X-rays, and other materials stories that may be of interest for December 1, 2015.
Read MoreThe science behind cooking the perfect Thanksgiving bird
The science behind what makes food taste so delicious is fascinating. And this year, I’m hoping to glean a few nuggets of wisdom from the experts who use the magic of food science to their advantage.
Read MoreThis Thanksgiving, we’re thankful for you—and science
This Thanksgiving, what will you be thankful for in between bites of the food heaped up on your 4,500-calorie plate?
Read MoreCeramics and glass business news of the week
Ceramics market to experience positive product demand, NIST awards Wisconsin manufacturers, and more ceramics and glass business news of the week for November 25, 2015.
Read MoreNew solar panel technology provides ‘clear’ cost-effective alternative to traditional photovoltaics
Engineers at Michigan State University say there’s a ‘clear’ alternative to existing photovoltaic technology that can be retrofit to existing glass-covered buildings—and it’s scalable.
Read MoreSnap, crackle, pop: Rice Krispies reveal compaction bands wave through crushed porous, brittle materials
Researchers at San Diego State University and beyond are using food as an experimental medium to uncover phenomena of materials science.
Read MoreOther materials stories that may be of interest
Laser refrigerates liquids, ORNL watches fuel cell catalysts evolve, and other materials stories that may be of interest for November 24, 2015.
Read MoreAnything but ordinary: Latest glass innovations report strength surpassing steel, integrated but unobtrusive displays
In addition to the material’s everyday obscurity, glass often isn’t what people think—it’s not the thick and breakable material that most people conjure up when they hear “glass.” Instead, glass is smart. It’s high-tech. And it keeps getting stronger and thinner.
Read MoreThe Ceramic and Glass Industry Foundation launches network aimed at continuing ceramic and glass education
The Ceramic and Glass Industry Foundation has launched a new initiative—the University-Industry Network, a program that focuses on encouraging schools around the world to align more closely with industry as they continue teaching key concepts in ceramic and glass science.
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