Simulating fire effects on complex building structures

3D printing and self-assembly promise novel ceramics

block copolymer self-assembly combined with 3D printing creates ceramics with nano- to microscale porosity

New flapping displays are in full bloom

Researchers have developed capillary-controlled robotic flapping fins to create switchable optical and infrared light multipixel displays.

Kirigami offers simple approach to building complex 3D structures

Using kirigami, researchers have designed reconfigurable building blocks that can serve as basic units for constructing complex 3D structures.

AI model helps understand defects in polycrystalline materials

A 3D model created by AI helped researchers to understand the formation of dislocations in complex polycrystalline materials.

MAXimising the lubricity of shape-memory polymers

Addition of titanium carbide-based materials significantly reduces friction and wear

Biodegradable plastics: from product to end-of-life

Korean researchers investigate degradation of commercial materials in soil and seawater

Robert Cahn Award Nomination Deadline 1 March 2024

Environmental implications of Geopolymers

Environmental benefits and impact (LCA) of Geopolymers: Not only cement and away from alkali-activated materials.