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Graphene-Based Memristors Show Promise For Brain-Based Computing

Illustration depicting neuroreceptors and graphene sheets

A team of engineers is attempting to pioneer a type of computing that mimics the efficiency of the brain’s neural networks while exploiting the brain’s analog nature.

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New Sulfur Dioxide Conversion Method May Transform Current Industrial Techniques

A single-step, plasma-enhanced catalytic process to convert sulfur dioxide to pure sulfur from tail gas streams may provide a promising, more environmentally-friendly alternative to current multistage thermal, catalytic and absorptive processes.

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Imitating The Brain To Make Computers More Efficient

The human brain is a more efficient computer than the most sophisticated supercomputers — by a factor of a million.

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Novel Cellulose Finding May Lead To New Chemicals, Biofuels

A multi-institutional research group has identified, for the first time, how cellulose crystals orient themselves relative to the cell wall in plants, with potential implications for chemical and energy development.

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Machine Sucks Up Tiny Tissue Spheroids And Prints Them Precisely

A new method of bioprinting uses aspiration of tiny biologics such as spheroids, cells and tissue strands, to precisely place them in 3D patterns to create artificial tissues with natural properties

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Three Penn State Researchers Win 2020 Rustum And Della Roy Awards

The Materials Research Institute (MRI) has announced the three winners of the 2020 Rustum and Della Roy Innovation in Materials Research Award.

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2D Materials Center Ready To Move To New Phase, Add Industry Partners

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The Center for Atomically Thin Multifunctional Coatings (ATOMIC), is preparing to move from Phase I to Phase II of the program.

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Stretchable Micro-Supercapacitors To Self-Power Wearable Devices

A stretchable system that can harvest energy from human breathing and motion for use in wearable health-monitoring devices may be possible.

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Fibrous Protein Finding May Lead To Improved Bioprinting, Tissue Engineering

Fibrous proteins such as collagen and fibrinogen form a thin solid layer on the surface of an aqueous solution, could lead to more efficient bioprinting and tissue engineering.

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The Complex Mystery Of Membranes

A desalination membrane acts as a filter for salty water: Push the water through the membrane, get clean water suitable for agriculture, energy production and even drinking.

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