Joan Mantini

Japanese researchers have reportedly developed a new glass called “polyether-thioureas” from a low-weight polymer that can heal itself from cracks and breaks.

Researchers from several institutes are partnering under the guidance of the Chemical Ecology Network Program in a course titled “Chemical Ecology of the Northeast Region.”

The new Uniti electric car is grabbing attention in Sweden with its all-carbon fiber body in place of a usual metal design.

As the gift-giving season approaches, the Empire State Consumer Project (ESCP) is warning parents of the many products that still contain toxins and are considered harmful to children.

An advanced composites technologies firm is launching a $10 million, four-year research and development project, the MAXIM project, backed by the UK Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI).

Scientists in the medical industry continue to look at surgical adhesives to be used in place of stitches, and the researchers at the University of Sydney, Harvard Medical School, and Northeastern University may have found a promising solution with MeTro. 

Researchers in Switzerland are showing promising results for tannins extracted from native tree bark becoming a renewable alternative in producing adhesives and composite materials.

The testing phase results for MeTro demonstrates that the glue provides a strong elastic connection between tissues.

Adhesives are being used in place of traditional thread stitching to give designs smoother lines and a lighter feel.

Energy and agriculture experts in Minnesota are working on securing loans and grants for the states renewable energy initiatives by tweaking the energy component to the farm bill.