Canadian researchers present a new approach to the copolymerization of methacrylic esters.
Flexible Hard Coating
An optically transparent epoxy-siloxane molecular hybrid material that simultaneously exhibits glass-like wear resistance and strength, plastic-like modulus and a high modulus of resilience is developed by Dongchan Jang, Byeong-Soo Bae and co-workers.
Nanophotonic Trapping: Precise Manipulation and Measurement of Biomolecular Arrays
A new review highlights progress in nanophotonic optical trapping and manipulation technologies with a focus on high-throughput applications in the biosciences.
3D Printing Technology: How To Print Transparent Glass?
3D printing technology enables a mold-free formation of freeform transparent glass.
Fusion-based Additive Manufacturing for Processing Aluminum Alloys
This paper aims at reviewing the latest developments and at highlighting current trends and prospects in the additive manufacturing of aluminum alloys.
Photoswitchable Sn-cytochrome c Solid-State Devices
Sn-cytochrome c (cyt c) protein layers can be used as efficient photodetectors when integrated into large-area solid-state junctions.
Ketosis Mimics the Life Span Expanding Powers of Caloric Restriction
Mechanisms of the action for ketosis in aging and extending life span are proposed in a recent review.
Detecting Enantiomers – Nanoparticles Acting as Circular Dichroism Antennas
A discussion of how nanoparticles of different plasmonic materials can facilitate the detection of molecular CD spectra is presented.
From Cells, To Cells: A Step Forward in Targeted Drug Delivery
Extracellular vesicles are highly biocompatible and efficient carriers for targeted and personalized drug delivery.
Carbon Pricing in Climate Policy: Seven Reasons
Carbon pricing is a recurrent theme in debates on climate policy. As there is much misunderstanding about the many reasons to implement a global carbon price, ideological resistance against it prospers.