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Charting a Path Forward for Science and Engineering in the U.S.

karen parker
Karen Parker
August 22, 2024

If you happened to be traveling on an airplane, using public transit in a major U.S. city, or interacting with your healthcare provider the week of July 19, then you may have had a very personal, up-close experience with the overarching role technology plays in our modern world.


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Overall Industry Sales Were Down in 2023; Optimism Is Up

The global chemical industry has experienced some rocky years of late, and it is clear that industry is still working out the effects of the disruptions.
July 31, 2024

To summarize the overall trends in the industry in 2023, sales from many companies were down for the year, but the end of the year and the beginning of 2024 offer reasons for optimism.


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Adhesives and Sealants Unique Properties in Electronics Under the EU Ecodesign Regulation

The proposal for a new EU Ecodesign Regulation is relevant to adhesives and sealants because it involves regulatory standards for product where adhesives and sealants play an important role.
Dimitrios Soutzoukis
July 29, 2024

Because of their unique properties in the electronics sector, adhesives and sealants make a difference in terms of process efficiency, design optimization, durability, repairability, and recycling.


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Are You Ready for an M&A Rebound?

When the economy stabilizes, it is anticipated that M&A activity overall will rise, and companies looking to make a move in the market must optimize their strategy to get the best results.
Daniel S. Murad
July 26, 2024

Optimal execution throughout a merger, acquisition, or divestiture is necessary to achieve the best possible deal and position your company for future success.


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Will Laboratories Become Self-Driving?

A facility at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory will use artificial intelligence to automate its entire experimentation process.
karen parker
Karen Parker
June 27, 2024

There is a lot of discussion these days in the automotive industry about self-driving technology in cars. I remember talking to an executive in the automotive industry over 10 years ago about driving on the Autobahn and using the self-driving technology that was available at that time. 


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From the Editor

Sustainability Sweeps the 2024 ASC Innovation Awards

karen parker
Karen Parker
May 29, 2024

Three eco-friendly adhesives products were honored with the 2024 ASC Innovation Awards at this year’s ASC Annual Convention & Expo. 


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Sustainable Manufacturing = Uncommon Common Sense

Lisa Anderson president of LMA Consulting Group
Lisa Anderson
May 27, 2024

Manufacturers should work to reduce materials, energy consumption, and inefficiencies to improve their carbon footprint and achieve the triple bottom line.


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The PFAS Discussion: Chaos, Confusion, and Controversy

George R. Pilcher
May 24, 2024

As regulatory bodies around the globe discuss PFAS, producers of PFAS-containing chemical products are evaluating how to address the issue.  


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From the Editor

Science and Engineering R&D and Output: How the U.S. Performs

karen parker
Karen Parker
April 23, 2024

According to the NSB, the United States performs more research and development than any other country, but the nation’s global position is slipping as countries in East and Southeast Asia, particularly China, increase their activities. Here are a few interesting takeaways from the report.


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From the Editor

A Different Approach to Material Design

March 29, 2024

Scientists at the Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering at the University of Chicago have developed a plastic material with the ability to take on many forms.


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