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Newly Designed Nanomaterial Shows Promise as Antimicrobial Agent

January 20, 2025
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Rice scientists developed nanocrystals that effectively kill bacteria under visible light, paving the way for advancements in antimicrobial treatments.


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Anti-Fatberg Invention Could Help Unclog City Sewers

Will Wright
January 13, 2025
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Engineers from RMIT University have invented a protective coating for concrete pipes that could help drastically reduce the formation of fatbergs in sewers.


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What Is the Galvanic Series and How Does It Affect You?

Cortec Corporation
January 3, 2025
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Have you ever heard of the galvanic series and wondered what it is or how it affects you? Luke Stone, technical service engineer at Cortec Corp., recently shared valuable insights on the topic.


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Health and Safety: Minimizing Risks in Your Manufacturing Plant

Katie Brenneman
December 27, 2024
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Manufacturing plants face significant health and safety risks, including injuries and equipment hazards, emphasizing the importance of effective safety measures.

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Phoenix’s Cool Pavement Helps Lower Asphalt Temperatures

Morgan Loew
December 20, 2024
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The city’s cool pavement initiative reduced asphalt temperatures by 12 ℉, with ASU researchers evaluating its long-term effects.



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Can a Coating Shield Grapes from Wildfire Smoke?

Sean Nealon
December 13, 2024
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Oregon State researchers are creating a spray-on coating to shield wine grapes from wildfire smoke, preserving flavor and quality.



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Expanding the Aircraft’s Lifespan with Advanced Aerospace Coatings

Gayatri Mohite
December 6, 2024
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Advanced aerospace coatings boost aircraft efficiency, protect against wear, and meet sustainability goals with innovations like nanotechnology, smart coatings, and digitalization.


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USM, UMaine Use Machine Learning to Optimize Sustainable CNF Coatings

The University of Maine
November 29, 2024
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The goal of this project is to create a novel coating system using cellulose nanofibril paper as an alternative to plastic.




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Time to Reconsider the Color Red for Underwater Hulls

Poseidon Sciences Group
November 22, 2024
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Barnacles prefer red hulls, disrupting tradition. New research suggests lighter colors like white could enhance marine coatings’ performance.

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Researchers Develop Hybrid Superamphiphobic Coating with Anti-Corrosion and Anti-Icing Properties

November 15, 2024
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A hybrid superamphiphobic coating integrates anti-corrosion, anti-icing and self-cleaning functionalities, promising long-term durability for industrial and marine applications.


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