Posts by Lisa McDonald
Not so disordered: Crystalline regions found in amorphous space ice
Scientists have long believed that the version of ice commonly found in space is completely amorphous, but a recent open-access paper appears to confirm the hypothesis that it may have a more “crystal-like” nature. This finding could rewrite our understanding of how water behaves both on and off Earth.
Read MoreCeramic and glass business news of the week for August 18, 2025
MIT gears up to transform manufacturing, South Africa artisanal miners want stake in critical minerals boom, and more ceramic and glass business news of the week for Aug. 18, 2025.
Read MoreDecade-long effort sheds light on how oxide catalysts can sustain themselves
In a recent groundbreaking study, nearly 20 researchers from multiple institutions showed how metal oxide catalysts can sustain themselves using the oxygen inherent in their own structures.
Read MoreACerS and USACA receive two-year extension funding for hypersonic materials training program
The American Ceramic Society and the United States Advanced Ceramics Association have been awarded a two-year extension of funding from the Department of Defense for their successful “Professional Development for Hypersonic Materials” program.
Read MoreOther materials stories that may be of interest for August 13, 2025
Twisted 2D materials for single photon detection, dome-shaped aerogels offer superior toughness and flexibility, and other materials stories that may be of interest for Aug. 13, 2025.
Read MoreFor a healthier you: Clay-based amenities for everyday comfort and wellness
Clay finds its way into our daily lives in applications both obvious and obscure. Today’s CTT compiles some less well-known examples of clay-based amenities that support our everyday comfort and wellness.
Read MoreVolunteer spotlight: Yang Bai
We feature Yang Bai in this month’s edition of ACerS Volunteer Spotlight. He is currently chair of the Energy Materials and Systems Division.
Read MoreCeramic and glass business news of the week for August 11, 2025
Coherent inaugurates its third Vietnam facility, Syria and Saudi Arabia sign more than $6 billion in investment deals, and more ceramic and glass business news of the week for Aug. 11, 2025.
Read MoreFresnel lenses: A beacon of hope in the maritime industry
This CTT dives into the history of Fresnel lenses—an early 19th century lighting innovation that revolutionized lighthouse technology.
Read MoreOther materials stories that may be of interest for August 6, 2025
Steer electricity in atom-thin metal oxides, trona deposits for underground hydrogen storage, and other materials stories that may be of interest for Aug. 6, 2025.
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