Surfaces with anionic block copolymers can inactivate different viruses within minutes by making the polymer-microbe interface very acidic. Such surfaces can continuously disinfect surfaces without ...

In a recent study published in PLoS ONE, researchers developed nanocomposite coatings to prevent surface contamination by a human coronavirus (HCoV). Metals such as silver, copper, titanium oxide, and ...

Polymer adsorption dynamics and surface interactions represent a critical area of study that bridges fundamental science and practical applications. The field investigates how polymer chains interact ...

(Nanowerk Spotlight) Researchers are exploring two-dimensional (2D) metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) – crystalline materials with incredibly thin, nanoscale thickness – for advanced applications in ...

Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) has become a vital tool in materials science, allowing researchers and engineers to explore the intricate structure and surface features of various materials, ...

Carbon fiber (CF) has attained somewhat of a near-mystical appeal in consumer marketing, with it being praised for being ...

Polymer materials have become increasingly important across various industrial applications due to their distinctive physical and chemical properties. Among these, Young's modulus is a key mechanical ...

At CES 2026, HIZERO introduced a comprehensive portfolio of cleaning innovations that signal a decisive shift in the evolution of surface care. Breaking free from outdated suction-based systems, the ...

Polymer materials play an increasingly important role in a variety of industrial applications, thanks to their distinct physical and chemical properties. Among their key mechanical characteristics, ...

Engineers might only glance at the dimensions and load capacities of roller and cam followers to ensure they will fit in their design before placing an order. But they should pay closer attention ...