Chemicals and Materials

This issue of High-Tech Materials profiles development of a new method for cancer treatment and skin parameters analysis. The issue also profiles a next-generation microsensor, a semiconductor, and a cathode. The High-Tech Materials TechVision Opportunity Engine (TOE) provides intelligence on technologies, products, processes, applications, and st...

This issue of Advanced Coating & Surface Technology TOE focusses on shatter-proof glass coatings for glass containers, high temperature and high pressure subsea valve coating for use during deep sea operations, graphene composite coatings for exchangeable metering systems used for steel casting, self-healing nickel coatings for providing corrosion ...

This edition of Future Tech TOE focuses on zero friction coatings, which provide slippery surfaces that allow viscous liquids, gels, and emulsions to slide freely. The key fabrication techniques include incorporation of nanoparticle and polymer binder, layer-by-layer, nano-encapsulation and liquid impregnation or liquid infusion to create such surf...

This issue of Nanotech TOE covers innovations related to applications of nanotechnology in F&B packaging. With the progress in the research and development of nanocomposites, they have been found to be very promising in the food packaging industry. Nanocomposites add value to products in the packaging sector as they provide improved barriers; mecha...

The potential applications and growth potential for graphene are often described as limitless. However, this is practically untrue. This study takes a realistic approach to understanding the applications of graphene and how graphene can be compared to the more mature as well as more nascent technologies. A more accurate forecast is possible by incl...

This issue of High-Tech Materials TOE focusses on advances in 3D printing, crop health, building and construction. Innovations profiled include material a material for improving crop health, a building material developed using carbon dioxide, 3D printed porous bricks and a 3D printed house made from polyurethane and concrete. The High-Tech Materia...

This issue of Advanced Coating & Surface Technology TOE focusses on coatings for medical devices, aerospace, and textile industries. Innovations profiled include a hydrogel coating design for medical equipment, a surface modification technique for preventing ice build-up, coatings for aircraft cockpit windows to protect pilots against laser light, ...

This issue of Nanotech TOE covers innovations related to automotive, water treatment, battery, aerospace, and healthcare industries. Innovations profiled include nanocellulose from wood pulp used to make lightweight auto parts, applying carbon nanotube porins for effective water purification, producing ultra-fast charging lithium anodes using high ...

This edition of the Industrial Bioprocessing TOE features trends and innovations in skin care and paper bio-degradability. The TOE focuses on various technology innovations in food shelf-life extension and food quality analysis. The Industrial Bioprocessing TechVision Opportunity Engine (TOE) provides intelligence on technologies, processes and st...