Chemicals and Materials

This issue of Nanotech TOE covers innovations related to improved efficiency of nanocatalysts for the energy sector including more cost-efficient anodes for lithium-ion batteries, catalysts for improved electrochemical reduction of carbon dioxide, and selective solar absorbers. It also profiles a development of microbots for the biomedical sector,...

This issue of Nanotech TOE profiles recent nanotechnology developments in automotive, road paving, glass, fuel cell, and wastewater industries. In particular, it profiles lightweight and strong nanoceramic aluminum alloy for the transportation industry, magnetic nanoparticles for self-healing road bitumen, switchable and reflective thermochromic n...

New materials for batteries has been a significant area of research and it has seen some disruptive developments as well. However, the need for safer and more efficient storage options has been driving the development of new material options. For instance, despite Li-ion being the preferred choice of the manufacturers at present, the safety concer...

This edition of the Plastics Advisor TOE profiles plastic recycling methods and sustainable plastic alternatives. Recycled plastics are those that are subjected to plastic waste recovery and then processed for use in main stream applications. The plastics that are mainly recycled are polyethylene terephthalate, high-density polyethylene, low-densit...

This edition of the Industrial Bioprocessing TOE profiles trends and innovations in biofuel and biochemical production. The TOE also focuses on various technological innovations in biosensors, animal-free gelatin production, plant-based fabric, and biopolymer materials for pharmaceuticals and medicine purposes. The Industrial Bioprocessing TechVi...

This issue of Advanced Coatings and Surface Technology TOE profiles coating developments that can be used to prevent graffiti on metal surfaces, corrosion of support structures in wind farms, and harvest solar energy. The issue also highlights a biodegradable coating for implants and an automotive coating to improve aesthetic appearance. The Adv...

This issue of Nanotech TOE profiles recent nanotechnology developments in smart textiles, healthcare, manufacturing, and solar cells. In particular, it profiles development of a new method for brain stimulation, detection of explosives, high-quality graphene synthesis. The issue also profiles next-generation smart fabrics and colorful solar pane...

Significant breakthroughs in surface protection coatings and developments in diffusion coatings, sol-gel coatings for corrosion inhibition are driving competitiveness in the coatings business. Application of diffusion coating to a substrate increases its longevity by deflecting heat away from the surface and decreasing it temperature. Coatings made...

Highly advanced materials in the field of electronic skin, solar fuels, skincare, construction additives, and the healthcare industry has been showcased in this issue of High-Tech Materials TOE. Breathable electronic skins are of great interest when any new wearable device is developed. This issue features breathable electronic skin constructed usi...