Technology
Nanobiotechnology
Invisible weave
Nanoparticles of silver are the basis of new tissues and medicines
New materials
A more colorful mouth
Dental support device is made with a ceramic and pigments
By Revisor
Biomedical engineering
Precious details
Mammography detects cancerigenic lesions and reduces the number of biopsies
Geology
A penetrating look
A new sensorial method facilitates the identification of mineral deposits
Applied physics
Van Dyck – false or authentic?
Physicists try to discover whether painting is by Van Dyck
Materials Engineering
A waterproof glue
Sealant with high adhesive power has various applications
Ergonomics
Perfect fit
New kind of mouse provides more comfort and prevents muscular pains
By Revisor, Marcos de Oliveira and Redação
Metallurgy
Union sealed
Alloys of titanium and steel are soldered for use in the aeronautical industry
Molecular biology
A factory of mice
Transgenic rodents produce the protein responsible for blood coagulation
Chemistry
Sparkling whiteness
Partnership makes the production of a new pigment for the paints possible
New Materials
Plastic from the buriti palm
A mix produces a material capable of absorbing and emitting light
Materials engineering
An economic curtain
Plastic film blocks solar rays and reduces energy consumption
Forestry engineering
Valuable wood
Planting and exploration of pinewoods reduces the extraction of native species