Posts by Lisa McDonald
Five materials science wonders to watch in 2015
Jessica and Eileen have already provided their reflections on the year that’s almost past and the new one that’s about to unfurl, and there’s just enough time for April to sneak in my perspective before the calendar flips to 2015.
Read MoreKeep calm and shine on: Material science behind chocolate’s surface sheen
When you think about it, there aren’t too many foods that we want to change states of matter while we’re eating them. But chocolate is one delightful exception—we deeply appreciate chocolate’s transformation from solid to gooey liquid.
Read MoreOther materials stories that may be of interest
Molybdenum disulfide gets some understanding, how glassy materials fail, and other materials stories that may be of interest for December 30, 2014.
Read MoreBlinded me with science: A look back at 2014
Because it’s that time of year, and because it’s worth remembering—associate editor Jessica shares her top five posts, people, and moments from 2014.
Read MoreAll about that bass: Science squares off against sound in new music video
Be prepared to spend the next five minutes and 52 seconds admiring the work of Nigel Stanford, whose music video “Cymatics” blends science and sound.
Read MoreWhat’s that got to do with ceramics and glass? Rogue CTT posts of 2014
Eileen reflects on her top five favorite things (beyond the world of ceramics and glass) she learned in 2014. Follow the link to see which five posts fit the bill.
Read MoreCeramics and glass business news of the week
Linde and Sandia team up for hydrogen fueling network, US manufacturing gets funding and initiatives, and other ceramics and glass business news of the week for December 26, 2014.
Read MoreCereal museum turned STEM center showcases science, math, and a whole lot of glass
The former site of Cereal City USA is experiencing a second life as a STEM center, thanks to a $14-million donation and Guardian Industries’ SunGuard glass.
Read MoreOther materials stories that may be of interest
Science of Cinderella’s glass slippers, smart self-tinting and self-powered windows, Gorilla Glass for sensitive sensors, and other materials stories that may be of interest for December 24, 2014.
Read MoreNo more party fouls—Magnets save beer from gushing foam
After successful use of magnets for mayonnaise emulsification, a team of researchers from the University of Leuven (Belgium) wondered whether magnets could also have a place in beer brewing to help prevent gushing.
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