Materials Science
SYOKAMI Launches Steak Set with Thermal Plates and Non-Serrated Knives to Solve Common Dining Flaws
SYOKAMI's new Premium Steak Plates with Knife and Fork Set uses thermal-retention plates and Japanese steel non-serrated knives to keep steaks warmer longer and prevent juice loss, addressing key frustrations for home chefs.
BOXABL Unveils Rego-Brix Lunar Radiation Shielding Concept
BOXABL introduced Rego-Brix, a modular radiation-shielding system using lunar regolith to protect future moon habitats, and plans to offer the technology royalty-free as it nears a Nasdaq listing.
BOXABL Unveils Rego-Brix Lunar Radiation Shielding Concept Using Moon Soil
BOXABL introduces Rego-Brix, a modular radiation-shielding system that uses lunar regolith to protect future moon habitats, with potential implications for reducing space mission costs and advancing off-world construction.
Smart Nanoparticles Convert 'Cold' Tumors to 'Hot' in Immunotherapy Breakthrough
Scientists develop tumor microenvironment-responsive polymeric nanoparticles that precisely deliver immunotherapy, turning immunologically 'cold' tumors 'hot' and expanding treatment efficacy to more cancer patients.
Spanish Researchers Develop New Material That Could Replace Copper in EVs and Aircraft
Spanish researchers have created a chemically doped carbon nanotube fiber with 17-fold improved conductivity, potentially enabling lighter wiring in electric vehicles, drones, and aircraft.
Xeriant Begins NexBoard Certification Testing, Demonstrates Fire Resistance in Extreme Conditions
Xeriant, Inc. has started initial certification testing for its NexBoard composite panel and NexPatch joint compound, releasing a video showing the panel withstands 2,000°F flames without combusting or smoking, signaling progress toward commercial use.
Scandium Canada partners with University of Waterloo MSAM Lab to advance additive manufacturing of aluminum-scandium alloys
Scandium Canada Ltd. signed a non-disclosure agreement with the University of Waterloo's Multi-Scale Additive Manufacturing Laboratory to research and commercialize aluminum-scandium alloys for 3D printing, aiming to reduce costs and expand market opportunities.
Advanced Magnet Lab Secures $2 Million Defense Grant for Domestic Magnet Production
Royalty Management Holding Corporation's portfolio company, Advanced Magnet Lab, received a $2 million grant from the Defense Logistics Agency to produce high-grade permanent magnets for defense use, reducing reliance on Chinese technology.
Search Minerals Launches 2026 Rare Earth Exploration Program in Labrador to Advance Towards Production
Search Minerals Inc. has initiated its 2026 critical rare earth element exploration program in southeastern Labrador, focusing on resource expansion and bulk sampling to support its demonstration plant and patented extraction process.
Graphene Quantum Dots Show Promise in Targeting Parkinson's-Related Protein Clumping
A new study reveals that graphene quantum dots can interfere with the aggregation of misfolded proteins linked to Parkinson's disease, offering a potential new direction for therapeutic exploration.
Scandium Canada and Turkey's ALPOMET Partner to Develop Scandium-Based Alloys for Hydrogen and Aerospace
Scandium Canada Ltd. has signed an agreement with Turkish engineering firm ALPOMET to collaborate on advanced scandium-aluminum alloys for hydrogen storage, additive manufacturing, and aerospace, aiming to secure supply chains and commercialize high-performance materials.
New Catalyst Could Slash Hydrogen Production Costs, Boosting Renewable Energy Storage
Scientists have developed a more efficient catalyst for producing hydrogen from water, potentially reducing costs and advancing renewable energy storage, while companies like MAX Power Mining Corp. work toward commercial extraction.
Canamera Energy Metals Begins Drilling at São Sepé Rare Earth Project in Brazil
Canamera Energy Metals has started a 500-meter auger drill program at its São Sepé rare earth project in Brazil, targeting ionic adsorption clay-hosted mineralization across three priority zones.
Canamera Energy Metals Advances São Sepé Rare Earth Project with Drill Program Underway
Canamera Energy Metals Corp. has started a 500-meter auger drill program at its São Sepé rare earth project in Brazil, targeting ionic adsorption clay-hosted mineralization across three priority areas.
Premier Graphene Advances Initial Mexico Military Contract, Eyes Broader Defense Market
Premier Graphene has delivered a portion of its first military contract from Mexico's SEDENA, positioning the company for follow-on deals in graphene-enhanced defense products across Latin America.
Xeriant Reports Surge in Manufacturer Interest for Fire-Retardant Composite Technology
Xeriant Inc. reports growing inbound interest from leading manufacturers to integrate its proprietary fire-retardant composite technology into various products, following successful internal testing of its NEXBOARD material.
Premier Graphene and HGI Secure First Military Contract from Mexico’s SEDENA
Premier Graphene Inc. and its joint venture partner HGI Industrial Technologies SAPI have been awarded their first defense contract from Mexico’s Secretaría de la Defensa Nacional, marking a strategic entry into the military supply chain and positioning for further opportunities in Latin America.
Canamera Energy Metals Expands Brazil Auger Drill Program as Early Rare Earth Results Show Encouraging Grades
Canamera Energy Metals Corp. expanded its auger drilling program at the Turvolândia rare earth project in Brazil to 1,200 meters after early assays, including a hole returning 3,255 ppm TREO over 13 meters, indicated potential for ion adsorption clay-style mineralization.
Sodium-Ion Batteries Emerge as Potential Solution to EV Industry Supply Chain Vulnerabilities
Sodium-ion battery technology is gaining attention as a promising alternative to lithium-ion batteries, potentially addressing critical supply chain challenges facing the electric vehicle industry amid surging demand.
NIMS Engineers Develop System to Track Material Design Processes, Enhancing AI Transparency and Reproducibility
Engineers at Japan's National Institute for Materials Science have developed a system called pinax that captures the entire trial-and-error process in material design, addressing critical challenges in reproducibility and accountability for AI-driven scientific discovery.
Quantum Critical Metals Achieves 93% Gallium Recovery from Mica, Paving Way for North American Supply
Quantum Critical Metals Corp. has achieved a 93% gallium recovery rate from mica samples, potentially establishing a new domestic source for the critical metal amid China's export controls and strengthening Western supply chain security.
AI-Driven Materials Genome Strategy Accelerates Development of High-Performance Polyimide Films
Researchers have developed an AI-assisted materials-genome approach that rapidly designs ultra-tough polyimide films with balanced mechanical properties, potentially transforming aerospace and electronics manufacturing.
American Researchers Develop Long-Lasting Battery Technology Challenging Chinese Market Dominance
American researchers have created an electron-conducting carbon concrete battery with a lifespan 10 times longer than current lithium-ion batteries, potentially shifting global energy storage dynamics and challenging China's market dominance.
Scientific Breakthrough Transforms Industrial Slag into Eco-Friendly Pigments Using Precision Color Measurement
New research demonstrates how industrial slag can be converted into commercially viable pigments through precise color measurement technology, offering significant environmental benefits by reducing waste and replacing mined colorants.
BeSang Announces Breakthrough TRUE 4F2 DRAM Technology Overcoming Industry Scaling Limits
BeSang's development of TRUE 4F2 DRAM technology represents a significant advancement in semiconductor memory, potentially transforming AI computing and high-performance applications by overcoming long-standing density and cost barriers.
Curdlan Innovation Cuts Pineapple Jam Production Time by Two-Thirds While Maintaining Quality
Researchers have discovered that curdlan, a natural polysaccharide, can reduce pineapple jam cooking time from three hours to just one while improving texture and stability without compromising taste, offering a cost-effective alternative to expensive pectin that could transform fruit preservation and reduce food waste.
Ucore Rare Metals' RapidSX Technology Addresses Critical REE Supply Chain Bottlenecks
Ucore Rare Metals Inc. is positioned to capitalize on U.S. efforts to strengthen domestic rare earth element production through its innovative RapidSX separation technology that offers significant processing advantages over conventional methods.
Ucore and Metallium Partner to Develop U.S.-Based Rare Earth Refining Technology
Ucore Rare Metals and Metallium Limited have formed a strategic collaboration to integrate advanced refining technologies, aiming to strengthen Western rare earth supply chains by processing both conventional concentrates and alternative feedstocks like e-waste and magnet scrap.
Ares Strategic Mining Discovers Germanium in Utah Fluorspar Ore, Bolstering U.S. Critical Mineral Supply
Ares Strategic Mining's discovery of germanium alongside gallium in its Utah fluorspar ore enhances North American supply chain security for these critical minerals, reducing reliance on foreign sources.
FORTA Opens World's First Dedicated Asphalt and Concrete Fiber Testing Laboratory
FORTA has established the world's first ISO 17025 certified laboratory dedicated to asphalt and concrete fiber testing, representing a significant advancement in infrastructure material validation and innovation.