Thermal Analysis of Food Coloring Material by DSC
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Thermal Analysis of Food Coloring Material by DSC

Did you know that food coloring’s thermal properties, such as its crystallization and melting, affect features like solubility and taste? Understanding these properties helps optimize production processes and quality control in the food industry. Abstract Food coloring material makes the food more attractive for the user. Food coloring materials are used in many areas: processed…

Estimation of Polymer Lifetime by TGA Decomposition Kinetics
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Estimation of Polymer Lifetime by TGA Decomposition Kinetics

Estimating polymer lifetime is critical for applications where long-term reliability matters, such as insulation materials in nuclear reactors and power systems. Traditional methods can take months, but Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA) offers a faster alternative. ABSTRACT In many polymer applications the ability to predict product lifetime is valuable because the costs of premature failure in actual…

Indenting Glasses With Indenters of Varying Stiffness and Sharpness
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Indenting Glasses With Indenters of Varying Stiffness and Sharpness

A group of researchers developed a spray coating method that maintained transparency while possessing superhydrophobic properties. The team quantified the surface roughness using AFM, which complemented optical microscopy, TEM and SEM. Author Johan F.S. Christensen, N.M. Anoop Krishnan, Mathieu Bauchy, Morten M. Smedskjaer Abstract In this study, the effects of both indenter sharpness and stiffness on the indentation response of oxide glasses…

Surface Tension of Electroplating Bath
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Surface Tension of Electroplating Bath

Electroplating is a technique that deposits a thin layer of metal onto a conductive surface using an electrical current. This process involves a bath, or solution, containing ions of the metal being deposited, and an electrical circuit comprising the object to be plated (the cathode), a source of the plating metal (the anode), and an electrolyte solution. Surface tension plays an important role in the electroplating solution.

Interpreting Unexpected Events and Transitions in DSC Results
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Interpreting Unexpected Events and Transitions in DSC Results

Downloads Application of Interpreting Unexpected Events and Transitions in DSC Results (PDF, 599 KB) The purpose of this paper is to assist DSC users with interpretation of unusual or unexpected transitions in DSC results. The transitions discussed in the paper are several of the ones that most frequently create problems for the new user, and…

A Direct Accelerated Stability Test for Additives Allows Easy Determination
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A Direct Accelerated Stability Test for Additives Allows Easy Determination

Cosmetics, personal and home care products are often formulated as dispersions. Separation stability is one of their important characteristics. Its determination in real-time is often contradictory to the market demands of a quick product release. Instrumental methods for the accelerated stability testing belong to the concepts of choice to provide quick information in R&D as well as in QC/QA.

A Fast Efficient Method to Determine the Presence of Nitrosamines in Cosmetics, Personal Care and Consumer Products
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A Fast Efficient Method to Determine the Presence of Nitrosamines in Cosmetics, Personal Care and Consumer Products

N-nitrosamines are a class of compounds that have been shown to exhibit carcinogenic and mutagenic effects in animal models at several different tissue sites and by several different routes of exposure. Nitrosamines can potentially be formed in consumer products, cosmetics and personal care formulations, either during manufacture or product storage. Analysis of cosmetic, personal care and consumer products for nitrosamine content should be included in Product Safety Assessments to ensure compliance with the new Cosmetic and Consumer Products Regulations.

Exploring the Wettability of Membranes: A Key to Understanding Separation Processes
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Exploring the Wettability of Membranes: A Key to Understanding Separation Processes

In the world of filtration and separation processes, the concept of wettability plays a crucial role in determining the efficiency and effectiveness of membrane materials. Membranes are widely used in various industries, including water treatment, pharmaceuticals, and food processing, to separate substances based on their size, charge, or chemical properties. Understanding the wettability of membranes is essential for optimizing these processes and achieving desired separation outcomes. In this blog, we will delve into the fascinating world of membrane wettability and its significance in separation science.

What are the Differences Between Rabbit and Mouse Antibodies?
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What are the Differences Between Rabbit and Mouse Antibodies?

Antibodies are the most commonly used tools in biological research. They are used in various applications such as Western Blot (WB), Immunoprecipitation (IP), Immunofluorescence (IF), Immunohistochemistry (IHC) and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISA). Two of the most common hosts for producing research antibodies are rabbits and mice, but what are the differences between rabbit and mouse antibodies? Which antibody would be best suited for your research?