Biomedical Applications Division

Energy savings can be made with the development of more sustainable, biodegradable, protein-free, natural rubber gloves.

A report produced by Ankara University, Turkey, detailing the results of a preliminary study of modified graphene materials for use against SARS-CoV-2, concludes that these materials significantly inhibit viral infection and possess anti-viral activity towards SARS-CoV-2.

Papers in this journal issue include a look at calcium phosphate bone cements prepared by the sol–gel method, the effect of BaO on the structure and properties of bismuth-based low-melting glasses and the effect of Zr on the properties of perovskites.