For anyone interested in global technological and scientific advancements, ASPI’s Tech Tracker offers a fascinating deep dive into critical and emerging industries. One of the most striking insights from the platform is China’s clear dominance in nuclear energy. With extensive research, rapid reactor deployments, and significant government support, China has positioned itself as a world … Continue reading Who is leading the critical technology race?
Feature image credits: https://www.scienceisweird.com/arguing-comics Science thrives on debate, and the historic clash between Ringer et al. and Zahra et al. over the role of solute clustering in Al-Cu-Mg alloys is a perfect example of how scientific disputes drive progress. In this case, one side argued that Cu-Mg clusters were a distinct strengthening mechanism, while the … Continue reading A great scientific debate: Are clusters or Guinier-Preston zones responsible for strengthening an Al-Cu-Mg alloy?
A friend at ORNL -- Dr. Nedim Cinbiz (cinbizmn@ornl.gov) -- is looking for a postdoctoral research to work with him at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory. A brief outline of the job posting is below!Start date as soon as possible! Overview from ORNL website: We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate who is willing to … Continue reading Job Opportunity! Post-doctoral position at the prestigious Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL)
Highlight from ACS Materials Letters to our recent paper! ❤ High-Performance Titanium Nitride Structural Coatings for Corrosion Protection of Aluminum-Based Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel CellsBy Felipe C. Silva, Matheus A. Tunes et al. @unileoben @usponline @udesc Read the paper 👉 https://t.co/vy6yeE2mSA pic.twitter.com/L6TmaixYgN— ACS Materials Letters (@ACSMatLett) December 2, 2024
At the Chair of Nonferrous Metallurgy, the [X-MAT] team has had an extraordinary year, delivering transformative insights into materials science for extreme environments. From enabling portable power for space missions to improving sustainable energy solutions and advancing future fusion-based nuclear technologies, our work continues to push the boundaries of what materials can achieve. This retrospective … Continue reading 2024 Retrospective: Advancing Materials for Extreme Environments through X-MAT
From Professor Stefano Curtarolo at Duke University! The group of Prof. Curtarolo at the Center for Extreme Materials at Duke University, USA has open postdoctoral positions in computational materials design. The group is at the forefront of the development of computational methods for the discovery of materials with technological ultra-high-temperature applications. More information about the … Continue reading JOB OPPORTUNITY: Postdoctoral openings at the Center for Extreme Materials – Duke University (Stefano Curtarolo’s group).
As researchers and enthusiasts of materials engineered for extreme environments, we are thrilled to share an exciting new advancement in the field of high-entropy ceramics (HECs). Our journey into the world of radiation-resistant materials has led us to examine the latest findings from a novel study: Probing the High-Entropy Concept Through the Irradiation Response of … Continue reading Probing the High-Entropy Concept Through the Irradiation Response of Near-Equimolar (CrNbTaTiW)C Ceramic Coatings
20.11.2024 - Press release from the Montanuniversität Leoben, Translated with DeepL. Access here in German: https://www.unileoben.ac.at/news/montanuniversitaet-leoben-bringt-innovation-ins-all/. A significant step for space research and the Montanuniversität Leoben: After long preparations, highly developed thin film coatings from Leoben have now arrived at the International Space Station (ISS). The innovative coatings, developed for future space applications, are part … Continue reading Montanuniversität Leoben brings innovation into space
Exploring Alloys in the Al-Mg-Si System for Space Applications The Master Thesis of our postgraduate researcher Ms. Sandra Gonzaga is now online and available for download at: https://pureadmin.unileoben.ac.at/portal/en/publications/development-and-characterisation-of-an-ultrafinegrained-almgsi-alloy-for-space-applications(5be5ba38-321f-47bf-99e5-4f72ccebef4e).html?customType=theses In the race to conquer the cosmos, materials science plays a pivotal role in enabling the development of spacecraft and satellites capable of withstanding the harsh realities … Continue reading [X-MAT]’s Master Thesis of Sandra Gonzaga is now online!
On October 1, 2024, Sandra Gonzaga, our Master Student, reached an impressive milestone in her academic journey, successfully defending her Master's thesis with the highest grade of “Sehr gut” (1). Her remarkable research has broken new ground in the study of aluminium alloys within the Al–Mg–Si system, designed specifically for space applications. Prof. Pogatscher, Sandra, … Continue reading Celebrating Sandra’s Successful Master’s Thesis Defense
Materials at Extremes 