Research Articles
Weaving Genetically Engineered Functionality into Mechanically Robust Virus Fibers
Explore how scientists are reprogramming virus fibers to create revolutionary medical treatments and smart materials through genetic engineering.
Europe's Material Reality: A 2021 Snapshot and the Quest for Sustainability
An in-depth analysis of Europe's material consumption in 2021, exploring material footprints, circular economy challenges, and scientific innovations for sustainability.
The Polymer Sorting Hat: A Clever New Way to Tame Plastic's Messy Family
Discover how nitroxide-mediated polymerization and monolithic columns are revolutionizing polymer analysis and characterization.
The Molecular Sweatshirt: How a "Random" Polymer Can Protect Life's Machinery
Discover how Random Heteropolymers (RHPs) act as molecular sweatshirts to protect proteins in harsh environments, enabling revolutionary applications in medicine and industry.
The Silent Scream: Listening to the Secret Language of Wires
Discover how Electrical Condition Monitoring uses advanced sensors to predict wire and cable failures before they happen through thermal aging experiments and partial discharge detection.
The Design and Evaluation of a Chemical Protective Sock Liner
Explore the science behind chemical protective sock liners - advanced materials, testing methodologies, and future innovations in foot protection technology.
A Drive Towards Green: Unsaturated Polyester Resins and Their Bio-Based Revolution
Exploring the development of bio-based building blocks and reactive diluents for greener unsaturated polyester resins combining performance with planetary responsibility.
Unveiling the Future: A Look Back at the 2014 Midwest Regional Scientific Meetings
Exploring the groundbreaking research and discoveries presented at the 2014 Midwest Regional Scientific Meetings, from environmental DNA to medical innovations.
The Pocket-Sized Lab: The Tiny Materials Revolution in Your Bloodstream
Explore how materials science is revolutionizing Lab-on-a-Chip technology, enabling disease diagnosis from a single drop of blood with postage stamp-sized devices.
The Thermal Conductivity Revolution: How Carbon Nanotubes are Supercharging Plastics
Discover how single-walled carbon nanotubes are transforming ordinary plastics into powerful heat conductors for next-generation electronics cooling.