MIT researchers develop lightweight polymer film that prevents corrosion
Because it is nearly impervious to gases, the polymer coating developed by MIT engineers could be used to protect solar panels, machinery, infrastructure and…
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Researchers succeed in separating hydrogen from CO2 with polyamine membranes
This material is highly stable under extreme conditions and has the ability to self-repair.
AIMPLAS reinforces the safety of bio-based materials with in vitro bioassays
AIMPLAS applies in vitro bioassays to detect risks in bio-based materials whose complexity prevents a complete chemical characterization.
CHARPLAST brings together specialists to discuss advances in plastics characterization
Visits by specialists to the technical facilities and the exhibition area strengthened the transfer of knowledge and the generation of professional collaboration networks.
Scientists succeed in transforming plastic waste into high-performance catalysts
XAS spectroscopy confirmed that the metals recycled from the plastic act as individual atoms, improving their catalytic efficiency.
Magnetic materials developed that convert waste into clean water
The flax-based material removed up to 95% of the pentachlorophenol and was reused for six cycles without loss of efficacy or iron leakage.
Scientists discover bacteria capable of generating renewable natural gas
The bacteria keep their production process active even when ammonia levels are high.
New bacterium converts battery waste into reusable material
An acidophilic bacterium extracts useful materials from spent batteries without toxic products or intensive industrial processes.
New silver coating could increase safety of lithium batteries
Researchers design an ultrathin structure that prevents dendrite growth and improves loading efficiency.
Technology to obtain drinking water won a Nobel Prize for a scientist
The invention is solar powered and designed to operate in regions with very low humidity.