Simplify plastics to boost recycling and cut pollution, Imperial report calls
Cutting the range of additives permitted in plastics could boost recycling and cut pollution, according to Imperial researchers.
Imperial strengthens links with neighbouring national museums
The Imperial Network of Excellence on Science and Engineering Research for Cultural Heritage hosted its first one-day conference on 20 September.
Re-thinking innovation and engagement to deliver water and sanitation worldwide
The toilet is the world’s most underrated technology, argued Professor Francis de los Reyes III at the fifth IMSE Annual Lecture.
New industry partnership to research crystallisation processes
Imperial College London partners with chemical company BASF and other universities to research crystallisation processes for sustainable manufacturing
Academic, industry and policy leaders debate low carbon aviation fuels
The Institute for Molecular Science and Engineering has published a policy paper on how to promote sustainable, low carbon aviation fuels.
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Podcast: Fighting fungi, the music of the moons, and self-healing crystals
In this edition: We join the fight against deadly fungal pathogens, listen to music inspired by moons, and discover how some crystals heal themselves.
Multi-scale modelling for battery performance, safety and sustainability
The Institute for Molecular Science and Engineering and the Faraday Institution have published a briefing paper on computer modelling for batteries.
Creating art in the lab: materials transformation questions objects’ meanings
Artist Cornelia Parker works with Imperial’s Mechanical Engineering department to create artwork.
Using modern technology to investigate ancient craft skills
SERCH network members demonstrated microscopy techniques used in art conservation at the Great Exhibition Road Festival 2022.
Electrochemistry and climate equity: IMSE's 4th annual lecture
Sossina Haile gave an overview of her work on enabling renewable energy storage at grid scale.
