Posts by Lisa McDonald
Canada makes $1.5-billion investment in research funding
Starting with a $50 million investment in 2015-2016, the Canadian government hopes to inspire a new generation of researchers—and demonstrate a long-term, ongoing commitment to innovation.
Read MoreVideo: Whether for sport or special forces, Iron Man suits generate buzz in the world of armor
With the development of new high-tech body armor, the iconic Iron-Man suit is no longer relegated to comic books and blockbuster films.
Read MoreBiomedical nanoelectronics get a boost from alumina-protected silicon nanowires
Harvard scientists have synthesized alumina shells on silicon nanowires to protect the wires and vastly extend their lives in biomedical nanoelectronics.
Read MoreInspired by nacre: 3D laser-engraved glass is 200 times stronger
Scientists at McGill University show that the introduction of microcracks can strengthen glass by mimicking the microstructure of nacre to provide durability and flexibility to an otherwise brittle material.
Read MoreCeramics and glass business news of the week
Ceramics and glass business news of the week
Read MoreVideo: Ninja rocks exploit ceramics’ dark side
Ceramic shards from broken spark plugs—aka ninja rocks—are used by thieves to break into cars, thanks to the material properties differences of alumina and glass.
Read MoreMidwest lands new innovation hubs built to boost advanced manufacturing
Manufacturing production is up, and US manufacturers are adding jobs (some 622,000 since early 2010)—but a $280-million investment in two new innovation institutes cements a renewed commitment to advanced manufacturing in the States.
Read MoreTesla Motors aspires to double world production of lithium-ion batteries with new battery ‘giga factory’
Tesla plans to boost production and shipment of Model S electric cars in 2014, necessitating a “giga factory” to double world production of lithium ion batteries to power its fleet.
Read MoreUS backs $6.5-billion loan guarantee for first nuclear facilities in 30 years
Two new nuclear reactors—the first to be built in 30 years—will be constructed at the Alvin W. Vogtle Electric Generating Plant in Georgia, thanks to a multibillion investment from the federal government.
Read MoreACerS staff goes to school for Westerville Science Night
ACerS staffer Greg Geiger explains how ceramics are used for bone repair to some visitors to Westerville Science Night last…
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