Biodegradable and recyclable, new material emerges as a sustainable alternative with antibacterial action Scientists from the CNPEM’s Brazilian Nanotechnology National Laboratory (LNNano), in partnership with Unicamp and UFABC, developed a biodegradable paper of plant origin that combines high resistance, a barrier against liquids, oxygen and antibacterial action. Innovation paves the way for replacing plastic in…
The device works stably in the laboratory and outdoors and remains efficient even with natural variations in sunlight A research from the Brazilian Center for Research in Energy and Materials (CNPEM), in Campinas (SP), opens new perspectives for the production of green hydrogen, bringing gains in efficiency and economic viability. The study was featured prominently…
The Brazilian Center for Research in Energy and Materials (CNPEM) announces a postdoctoral position in Cryo-EM (cryogenic electron microscopy) at the cutting-edge of science. The position is funded by FAPESP and candidates may submit projects until May 11th. Method Development for Local Resolution – This position is dedicated to the development and divulgation of metrics for…
Sustainable material reduces risk of damage to devices due to electrostatic discharge Sensitive electronic devices, such as chips and semiconductors, are highly valuable and need to be boxed in special packaging to prevent damage from electrostatic discharge. They are present in our everyday lives, on computers, cell phones, TVs and even cars. Researchers at the…
The Brazilian Center for Research in Energy and Materials (CNPEM) announces two postdoctoral positions in Cryo-EM (cryogenic electron microscopy) at the cutting-edge of science. Both positions are funded by FAPESP and candidates may submit projects until April 21. Position 1: Hemocyanin Studies – This position focuses on the study of hemocyanins, large allosteric oxygen-carrier proteins…
Over 650 schools have expressed interest in participating, with nearly 50,000 visitors expected A record-breaking number of registrations have been received for the Ciência Aberta event, when the Brazilian Center for Research in Energy and Materials (CNPEM) opens its labs to visitors, for the day dedicated to teaching institutions and groups. While these expressions of…