Hydrogels are 3D networks of hydrophilic polymers that can absorb and retain large amounts of water due to physical or chemical cross-linking of individual polymer chains. However, poor mechanical ...

The addition of micronutrients like boron are critical in the cultivation of table grapes, as Zunel van Eeden discovered in ...

Boron nitride (BN) nanomaterials, which include various forms such as hexagonal BN and boron carbon nitride derivatives, are emerging as a versatile platform for addressing challenges in energy, ...

Boron carbide is a refractory ceramic known for its exceptional hardness and low density, which is widely utilised in applications ranging from protective armour to cutting tools and abrasive ...

Boron Nitride (BN) exhibits multiple polymorphic forms, with hexagonal boron nitride (h-BN) and cubic boron nitride (c-BN) being the most significant. h-BN is known for its graphite-like layered ...

Boron nitride is a material that can occur in either soft or hard compounds. However, the forms of boron nitride and how they react to changes in pressure and temperature are significantly less well ...

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. - Alfalfa growers should consider whether or not boron should be added to their potassium and phosphorus application, said a Purdue University specialist. Alfalfa requires more ...

Thin yet stable: ball and stick illustration showing the arrangement of boron atoms (blue) and hydrogen atoms (red) in borophane. (Courtesy: Mark Hersham/Northwestern University) Borophene – a sheet ...

The Interior Department on Thursday announced an updated critical minerals list that includes metallurgical coal and both ...

LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The global hexagonal boron nitride market size is expected to grow by USD 237.86 million during 2020-2024, progressing at a CAGR of almost 6% during the forecast period. Click ...

Imbalance uptake of boron disturbs the process of pollination that eventually decrease the flowering, fruit setting and yield. Its deficiency also deteriorates the quality of fruit by increasing fruit ...

Canter Resources Corp. (OTC:CNRCF) announced initial brine and clay/sediment assay results from its completed 15-hole first phase shallow Geoprobe drill program at its Columbus Lithium-Boron project ...