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Novel reaction process could fuel soft robotics

Researchers have developed a novel reaction process that uses fuel to control non-living materials such as hydrogels by charging them.

Strain forces diamond needles to alter their electronic properties

Applying strain to tiny needles of diamond can transform their electronic properties from insulating, through semiconducting, to highly conductive.

CNT-coated nanofibers help tissue regrow

biocompatible polymer scaffolds coated with carbon nanotubes could provide a vital foothold for regrowing cells

Washable, stretchable, and reusable core–shell metal nanowire network-based electronics on a breathable polymer nanomesh substrate

Introducing C phase in additively manufactured Ti-6Al-4V: A new oxygen-stabilized face-centred cubic solid solution with improved mechanical properties

Old approach promises new self-healing composites

self-sensing, self-healing composite could extend the life of composites used in transport and renewable energy applications

Materials Today Rising Star Awards 2023

Diffusion-induced stress optimization by boosted surface Li-concentration for single-crystal Ni-rich layered cathodes