by vickytm | May 20, 2019 | News, Research and Expertise
New research shows how clustered particles determine elasticity of some gels From the toothpaste you squeeze on your brush first thing in the morning to the yogurt you slurp down to the fabric softener that keeps your pajamas cozy and soft, gels are ubiquitous in...
by vickytm | Nov 1, 2018 | News, Research and Expertise
Applications abound for UD startup’s renewable oil More than 20 million people board cruise ships each year to enjoy a little rest and relaxation. The lucky travelers liberally apply sunscreen before sunning themselves on deck, while the ship’s intricate machinery...
by vickytm | Oct 3, 2018 | News, Research and Expertise
UD engineers partner with Delaware Solid Waste Authority to reduce food waste in landfills You probably throw out more food than you realize. Food waste makes up 21.6 percent of municipal waste, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. “This is not a good use...
by vickytm | Oct 1, 2018 | News, Research and Expertise
Team of young Blue Hens ride leading edge of jet technology Consider the humble coffee cup. Its simple duties conceal a deceptively formidable character: The ceramic it is made of is harder than steel, and the scalding liquids it holds never seem to do it much harm....
by vickytm | Oct 1, 2018 | News, Research and Expertise
UD ingenuity sheds light on key biopharmaceutical manufacturing problem Why some biopharmaceuticals have a longer shelf life than others is a problem that has baffled scientists and manufacturers alike. Even the same medication, produced by different manufacturers,...
by vickytm | Sep 25, 2018 | News, Research and Expertise
UD team gets $1 million from NSF to help research quantum technology A technology revolution is coming, and the University of Delaware is on the leading edge as the recipient of a $1 million grant from the National Science Foundation to help develop the quantum...
