Cultivating his own sort of synesthesia, Bavington assigns musical notes to tones of color and compositional elements, so that his paintings seem to pulsate and reverberate with rhythmic bands
of synthetic polymer paint.
The advancement, using a new kind
of synthetic polymer (a polymer is a large molecule composed of many repeated smaller molecules) has self - healing properties that mimic human skin, which means that e-skin «wounds» can quickly «heal» themselves in remarkably short time — less than a day.
Researchers from North Carolina State University have developed a method for creating «nano - volcanoes» by shining various colors of light through a nanoscale «crystal ball» made
of a synthetic polymer.
BOSTON — Every year, humans use a trillion plastic grocery bags globally — but they make up only 2 %
of all synthetic polymers manufactured annually.
And because such a cocktail would consist
of synthetic polymers, it would likely be cheap to make and wouldn't need to be refrigerated.
Modeled after platelets — cells that circulate in the blood and help stop bleeding by forming clots — the nanoparticles are less than 100 nm wide and made
of synthetic polymers stuck together like a ball of wet sand.
Nowadays capsules are commonly made
of synthetic polymers or animal derived gelatin, which are of great safety and health concerns.
«In this study, we used a combination
of synthetic polymers and ECM proteins to fabricate biocompatible JetValves that are hemodynamically competent upon implantation and support cell migration and re-population in vitro.
Not exact matches
The bottom layer
of the material, described April 3 at the Materials Research Society spring meeting, features carbon nanotube pores embedded within a flexible
synthetic polymer film.
It is a
synthetic polymer sealant, which means that protects like a sealant, but gives the deep shine
of a paste wax.
Intrigued, Vezzosi tried out the recipes and ended up with a compound resembling Bakelite, one
of the first
synthetic polymers, which was widely used in the early 1900s.
Researchers hoping to design new materials for energy uses have developed a system to make
synthetic polymers — some would say plastics — with the versatility
of nature's own
polymers, the ubiquitous proteins.
The new material, described online 25 April in Science by
synthetic chemist Andreas Lendlein
of mnemoScience GmbH in Aachen, Germany, and biomedical engineer Robert Langer
of the Massachusetts Institute
of Technology, is composed
of two
polymers, each already used separately in clinical applications such as drug delivery.
This up - close electron microscope view shows the nanofiber and
polymer network that composes a new kind
of synthetic cartilage and gives this water - based material its strength.
One
of Hoyt's latest bows, the 900CX, aims for a slight edge in the technology race by replacing the typical fiberglass outer coating with a much lighter
synthetic polymer and using a higher percentage
of carbon fiber inside.
While previous
synthetic polymers involved simple covalent bonding, where molecules shared electrons to bind them together, this system uses highly specific «grabber» ends on each molecule that bond with only one type
of «pin» end on another molecule.
Thomas came over from the US in 2008 to research ways
of integrating biological and
synthetic polymers into the body.
What It's Made
of: A rigid
synthetic polymer composed
of tiny rods spaced about 350 nanometers (billionths
of a meter) apart, a gap small enough to manipulate waves
of visible light.
The base material
of the new coating is made
of synthetic resins, which are
polymers commonly used to make paints.
A new
synthetic route to cyclic
polymers has been developed in which the ends
of growing
polymer chains remain attached to a metal complex throughout the entire polymerization process.
The world's first
synthetic tree consists
of nothing more than a super-skinny tube (the «trunk») connecting two networks
of microcapillaries (one forms the «roots» and the other the «leaves») embedded in a porous
polymer.
For proof
of concept, Magerle imaged a
synthetic rubber consisting
of two
polymers, polystyrene and polybutadiene.
We report, herein, a
synthetic approach toward this distinctive
polymer architecture in high yield (~ 75 %) via efficient ring closing
of rationally designed metallosupramolecular
polymers.
Traditional hydrogels made up
of either
synthetic polymers or natural biomolecules often serve as passive scaffolds for molecular or cellular species, which render these materials unable to fully recapitulate the dynamic signaling involved in biological processes, such as cell / tissue development.
Recently Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL)- led materials scientists assembled networks
of highly ordered
synthetic protein - like
polymers (peptoids) on a flat surface, marking a major breakthrough in biomimetic coatings.
It is among the best spun
polymer fibres in terms
of tensile strength, ultimate strain, and especially toughness, even when compared to
synthetic fibres such as Kevlar.
Design, fabrication and physical characterization
of scaffolds made from biodegradable
synthetic polymers in combination with rp systems based on melt extrusion.
Osteogenic induction
of human bone marrow - derived mesenchymal progenitor cells in novel
synthetic polymer - hydrogel matrices.
Polymers (POL): The study and development of polymers; materials that have a molecular structure consisting chiefly or entirely of a large number of similar units bonded together, e.g., many synthetic organic materials used as plastics and
Polymers (POL): The study and development
of polymers; materials that have a molecular structure consisting chiefly or entirely of a large number of similar units bonded together, e.g., many synthetic organic materials used as plastics and
polymers; materials that have a molecular structure consisting chiefly or entirely
of a large number
of similar units bonded together, e.g., many
synthetic organic materials used as plastics and resins.
Founding Core Faculty Member Platform Lead,
Synthetic Biology Wyss Institute Professor
of Genetics Harvard Medical School Professor
of Health Sciences and Technology Harvard and MIT George leads the
Synthetic Biology Platform, where he oversees the directed evolution
of molecules,
polymers, and whole genomes to create new tools with applications in regenerative medicine and bioenergy.
plastic Any
of a series
of materials that are easily deformable; or
synthetic materials that have been made from
polymers (long strings
of some building - block molecule) that tend to be lightweight, inexpensive and resistant to degradation.
Silicones — or siloxanes as they are also known — are something
of a hybrid between
synthetic rubbers and
synthetic plastic
polymers.
Generally speaking, the microfiber used in cleaning cloths is made from a combination
of two
synthetic polymers — polyester and polyamide (which is nylon).
Key Products: For a greener way to a great - looking barnet, try John Masters Organics Sculpting Clay, which eschews silicone and
synthetic polymers for organic beeswax and three types
of natural clay to create a matte - finish styling clay.
Experts report that
synthetic polymers in polyester are capable
of emitting greenhouse gases in more than 300 times the amount generated by carbon dioxide.
Andro Wekua Untitled, 2014
Synthetic hair, silicone, wax, polymer plaster, PU foam, steel, glass, synthetic rope, aluminum cast, fabric, motors, electronics, and mechanics Installation view, Kölnischer Kunstverein, 2016 Photo: Simon Vogel Courtesy of the artist and Gladstone Gallery, New York and Brussels © An
Synthetic hair, silicone, wax,
polymer plaster, PU foam, steel, glass,
synthetic rope, aluminum cast, fabric, motors, electronics, and mechanics Installation view, Kölnischer Kunstverein, 2016 Photo: Simon Vogel Courtesy of the artist and Gladstone Gallery, New York and Brussels © An
synthetic rope, aluminum cast, fabric, motors, electronics, and mechanics Installation view, Kölnischer Kunstverein, 2016 Photo: Simon Vogel Courtesy
of the artist and Gladstone Gallery, New York and Brussels © Andro Wekua
He has created compelling and poetic bodies
of work using a range
of materials that include raw pigment, stone, stainless steel,
synthetic polymer, resin, and wax.
These subtle interventions occasionally house microcosmic activity in the form
of synthetic, miniature structures
of painted
polymer clay along with moss, fungi, plants and other organic materials.
Known for their pioneering work with various
synthetic resins and
synthetic polymers during the 1960s and «70s, these artists are today recognized not only for their active roles in the development
of plastics as a newly discovered medium in art, but also for their sophisticated techniques and at times even quasi-acrobatic prowess required to shape them into the seamless, translucent, luscious volumes: some impressive examples
of these artistic exploits will be on display at Almine Rech Gallery.
Robert Buck «At the end
of the day...» (Holding area, U.S. Customs and Border Protection Nogales Placement Center, Nogales, AZ, June 18, 2014) Giclee print and
synthetic polymer on canvas85 1/2 x 54 x 1 1/2 Courtesy the artist and Ballroom Marfa
Photo: Jonathan Muzikar, © Isa Genzken; Isa Genzken, Rot - gelb - schwarzes Doppelellipsoid «Zwilling» (Red - yellow - black Double Ellipsoid «Twin»), 1982, lacquered wood, two parts, Collection
of the artist, Courtesy the artist and Galerie Buchholz, Cologne / Berlin, © Isa Genzken; Isa Genzken, MLR, 1992, lacquer on canvas, Lonti Ebers, New York, Courtesy the artist and Galerie Buchholz, Cologne / Berlin, © Isa Genzken; Isa Genzken, Hospital (Ground Zero), 2008, metal tray dolly, plastic flowers in spray - painted vase, ribbon, metal, mirror foil,
synthetic polymer paint on fabric, shot glasses, fiberboard, and casters, Collection Charles Asprey, Courtesy the artist and Galerie Buchholz, Cologne / Berlin, © Isa Genzken; Isa Genzken, New Buildings for Berlin, 2004, glass and silicone on wood pedestal, four parts, Kravis Collection, Courtesy David Zwirner Gallery, New York / London, © Isa Genzken; Isa Genzken, Fuck the Bauhaus # 4, 2000, plywood, Plexiglas, plastic slinky, clipboards, aluminum light shade, flower petals, tape, printed paper, shells, and model tree, Private Collection, Turin, Courtesy AC Project Room, New York, © Isa Genzken
Flights and Fantasy, 1970 mixed media collage
of various papers and
synthetic polymer paint on Masonite 8 3/4» x 11 3/4», signed and dated
Andy Warhol (1928 - 1987) Camouflage stamped with the Estate
of Andy Warhol stamp, stamped twice with the Andy Warhol Authentication Board, Inc. stamp and numbered «PA85.002» (on the overlap)
synthetic polymer and silkscreen inks on canvas 40 x 40 in.
Andy Warhol (1928 - 1987) Rorschach stamped twice with the Estate
of Andy Warhol stamp and the Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts stamp and numbered three times «PA75.079» (on the overlap)
synthetic polymer and silkscreen ink on canvas 96 x 75 7/8 in.
Each
of Sachs» work is handmade using plywood, foamcore,
synthetic polymer paint, hardware, and found or scavenged objects which Sachs reclaims for his own purposes.
Carroll Dunham, Ship (1997 - 1999),
synthetic polymer paint, urethan paint and pencil on linen, 10 ′ 1/8 ″ x 13 ′ 1/8 ″; courtesy The Museum
of Modern Art
Romare Bearden (1911 - 1988) Flights and Fantasy, 1970 mixed media collage
of various papers and
synthetic polymer paint on Masonite 8 3/4» x 11 3/4» signed and dated
John Baldessari, What Is Painting (1966 - 68),
synthetic polymer paint on canvas, 67-3/4 ″ x 56-3/4 ″; courtesy the Museum
of Modern Art
Featured image: Agnes Martin — With My Back to the World, 1997;
Synthetic polymer paint on canvas, six panels; Each 60 x 60 ″ (152.5 x 152.5 cm); Fractional and promised gift
of the Ovitz Family Collection
The exhibition will include Buck's «At the end
of the day... (Holding area, US Customs and Border Protection Nogales Placement Center, Nogales, AZ, June 18, 2014)», giclee print and
synthetic polymer on canvas, 2014.