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Researchers Record Short 3D Film of Magnetic Processes on the Nanometer Scale

At the Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI), scientists have successfully captured a short “3D film” of magnetic processes on the nanometer level for the first time.

25 Feb 2020

Time-resolved Imaging of Magnetic Nano ‘Tornadoes’ in 3D

An international team of scientists has established a new method of three-dimensional imaging that can demonstrate the fast-moving waves and ‘tornadoes' within magnets in 3D for the very first time.

By Sarah Moore 25 Feb 2020

Markus Spanner Named New CEO of Physik Instrumente (PI) GmbH & Co. KG

After 42 years as managing director, Dr. Karl Spanner has handed over the management of the company to his son, Markus Spanner.

From PI (Physik Instrumente) LP 20 Feb 2020

Bubble-Capturing Surface Helps Get Rid of Foam

In many industrial processes, such as in bioreactors that produce fuels or pharmaceuticals, foam can get in the way. Frothy bubbles can take up a lot of space, limiting the volume available for making the product and sometimes gumming up pipes and valves or damaging living cells.

18 Feb 2020

Study Shows Graphene-Cu2O Hybrid Structure Slows Down Oxidation of Copper

Since its discovery, copper has been vital to human technology. In ancient times, it was even used to make weapons and tools. Even today, it finds extensive use, specifically in electronic devices that need wiring.

By Matt Pullen 17 Feb 2020

Flow Reactor for Kilogram Scale Production

The FlowSyn Maxi™ from Uniqsis is a high throughput flow reactor for process chemists looking to optimise reaction conditions before scaling-up synthetic production to multiple kilograms per day.

14 Feb 2020

LIG Process can Help Synthesize Graphene for Flexible Electronics

A large laser is not required to make laser-induced graphene (LIG). A research team at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UT Knoxville), Rice University, and Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) are utilizing an extremely tiny visible beam to burn the foamy version of carbon into minute patterns.

13 Feb 2020

Active Ingredients-Coated Nanoparticles Could Destroy Cancer Cells

Nanoparticles have the ability to make their way easily into cells. For the first time, high-resolution 3D microscopy images from BESSY II offer new insights about their distribution and function.

13 Feb 2020

World’s Largest Graphene Nanotube Manufacturer OCSiAl Achieves Production Capacity of 75 Tonnes Per Year

OCSiAl, the world’s largest graphene nanotube manufacturer, has announced the launch of its second synthesis facility for graphene nanotubes with a production capacity of 50 tonnes per year.

From OCSIAL Group 13 Feb 2020

New Method Helps Observe the Dynamic Motion of Atoms in 2D Materials

Materials science researchers from McCormick School of Engineering of Northwestern University have developed a novel technique to observe the atoms’ dynamic movement in atomically thin two-dimensional (2D) materials.

12 Feb 2020

Atomic Chains Encased in Boron Nitride Nanotubes Could Revolutionize Electronics

Electronic cloth and wearable tech could be the path forward. However, to reach there, it is essential for the wiring to be flexible, strong, and efficient.

11 Feb 2020

PI's Precision Automation & Piezo Transducer Solutions at MD&M, Starting February 11, 2020

MD&M, the world’s largest medical design and manufacturing event takes place at the Anaheim Convention Center. PI, a global leader in precision automation and piezo transducer technologies will present motion solutions for micro assembly, motion platforms for laser machining and a selection of piezo transducers for medical applications.

From Physik Instrumente (PI) GmbH & Co KG 11 Feb 2020