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Massive Deposit of Battery-Grade Nickel on Deep-Sea Floor

DeepGreen Metals, which is exploring for deep-ocean polymetallic nodules as a lower impact and more cost-effective alternative to terrestrial mining, announced an upward revision to the nodule resource reported within the NORI-D exploration contract area held by its subsidiary, Nauru Ocean Resources Inc. The nodule resource is now estimated as 4 megatons measured, 341Mt indicated and 11Mt inferred mineral resources.

A Second Chance for Organic Photovoltaics?

Printing solar panels like newsprint using organic semiconductors is the longstanding aspiration, given the obvious benefits of renewable energy and the potential for low-cost, large-area, energy-efficient production.

SOR Battery Ink Exceeds 4V From Moisture in Air

Strategic Elements Ltd has achieved another significant milestone with its self-charging battery technology successfully generating an output of over 4V from moisture in the air over a testing period of approx. 5 hours. This was achieved through development of a prototype battery pack containing multiple connected battery ink cells.

Biodegradable Displays for Sustainable Electronics

In the next years, increasing use of electronic devices in consumables and new technologies for the internet of things will increase the amount of electronic scrap. To save resources and minimize waste volumes, an eco-friendlier production and more sustainable lifecycle will be needed.

World's First Hydrogen Double Deckers Start Today in Aberdeen

The world's first fleet of double decker hydrogen buses officially launched into service in Aberdeen.

XDC Installs World's First 300mm MicroLED Tool

X Display Company announced the installation of the world's first 300mm Elastomer Stamp based Micro Transfer Printing equipment in 2020.

Prometheus Fuels

Prometheus Fuels are a US start-up looking to produce drop-in electro-fuels through use of their carbon capture and electrochemical cell technology.

Opus 12

Opus 12 have developed an electrolysis cell to reduce carbon dioxide and produce useful fuels and chemicals.

Nissan sets Carbon Neutral Goal for 2050

Nissan Motor Co Ltd has set the goal to achieve carbon neutrality across the company's operations and the life cycle of its products by 2050. As part of this effort, by the early 2030s every all-new Nissan vehicle offering in key markets will be electrified.

Solar Material can Self Heal Imperfections

A material that can be used in technologies such as solar power has been found to self-heal, a new study shows. The findings raise the prospect that it may be possible to engineer high-performance self-healing materials which could reduce costs and improve scalability, researchers say.

New Graphene Nanochannel Water Filters

Researchers have shown that tiny channels between graphene sheets can be aligned in a way that makes them ideal for water filtration.

Anode Free Zinc Battery Could Store Renewable Energy

Renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar power, could help decrease the world's reliance on fossil fuels. But first, power companies need a safe, cost-effective way to store the energy for later use.

Nearly Painless Microneedle Patch Tests for Antibodies and More

Engineers have developed a microneedle patch that can be applied to the skin, capture a biomarker of interest and, thanks to its unprecedented sensitivity, allow clinicians to detect its presence. The technology is low cost, easy for clinicians or patients themselves to use, and could eliminate the need for a trip to the hospital just for a blood draw.

Lasers Create Miniature Robots from Bubbles

Robots are widely used to build cars, paint airplanes and sew clothing in factories, but the assembly of microscopic components, such as those for biomedical applications, has not yet been automated. Lasers could be the solution.

Implant Solution That Prevents Leg Amputations

Osteopore International has successfully developed a bioresorbable 3D printed cage that prevents leg amputations in patients with severe lower leg fractures. The 3D printed cage helps a patient regenerate new bone cells and has been successfully designed and implanted in its first patient.

Webinar: The Impact of COVID-19 on Global 3D Printed Materials Markets

Tuesday 2 February 2021 - The webinar includes: Impact of COVID-19 on the markets for different classes of 3D printed materials; Impact on 3D printed materials markets in different geographical regions; and Overall 10-year forecast for the 3D printed materials market.

Genome Editing to Treat Human Retinal Degeneration

Gene editing therapies, including CRISPR-Cas systems, offer the potential to correct mutations causing inherited retinal degenerations, a leading cause of blindness.

Is Sustainability a Key Driver for Emerging Graphene Markets?

Multiple drivers are emerging for graphene as the value-added material of choice. One market driver that is perhaps surprising but will have a major impact over the next decade is sustainability.

Intelligent Robot Helps to Maintain Orchards

Orchards are among the most species-rich biotopes in Central Europe. But many stands are acutely threatened: Since their management is hardly worthwhile from an economic point of view, the vast majority of orchards are not or only poorly maintained. Researchers are working on the development of an autonomous robot that will largely take over tree pruning independently in the future.

Energy Harvesting Made Possible with Skin Temperature

Researchers have developed flexible thermoelectric devices with high power generation performance by maximizing flexibility and heat transfer efficiency. The researchers also presented a mass-production plan through an automated process including a printing process.