A New Aerogel For the Removal of Toxic Anionic Dyes

A New Aerogel For the Removal of Toxic Anionic Dyes

The quest for innovative solutions to water pollution has led to significant advancements in materials science, particularly in the development of highly efficient water filtration systems. Aerogels, with their porous structure and lightweight characteristics, stand...
A Better Sponge Material for Solar Desalination

A Better Sponge Material for Solar Desalination

Better Sponge Material for Solar Desalination Solar desalination offers a promising solution to the pressing challenge of freshwater scarcity. Leveraging the abundant energy from the sun, this method transforms saline water into potable freshwater. With increasing...
Comparing Stiffness Measurements

Comparing Stiffness Measurements

Researchers at the University of Texas Austin recently published a paper comparing stiffness measurements the shear moduli from 18 PVA hydrogel formulations based on 5 mechanical test methods: tension, compression, shear rheology, macroindentation, and...