Researchers in Japan say they have found a way to recycle coloured plastics without losing quality — a breakthrough that could help tackle growing waste problems. Packaging often uses bright colours to attract buyers, but…
Scientists develop new method to assess the rate…
Scientists reveal that the deterioration of modern concrete and asphalt structures is due to the presence of trace quantities of organic matter in these structures. Cement and asphalt are vital to modern construction materials; cement…
Heusler alloys may replace currently used memory cells…
Latest research shows Heusler alloys are promising contenders for faster and more energy-efficient computing and memory storage devices. A category of materials showing great promise in this area is Heusler alloys: materials formed of one…
Self-healing gels could power future electronics
Ion-conducting gels that repair themselves following damage are under development for wearable electronics. Flexible ion gels could become critical components in wearable and stretchable electronic devices, but first they must be able to withstand repeated…
The virus hunter
Tomohiro Mochizuki tracks down viruses inside single-cell organisms thriving in boiling hot springs. His fieldwork is conducted in relatively extreme environments and, despite the significance of his investigations, he doesn’t need many fancy gadgets back…