Society Committees As the eyes and ears of the ASM Board, society committees and councils are invaluable for improving service to ASM members and customers. Explore all of the opportunities that are available through the ASM committee infrastructure Objectives and Responsibilities ASM International committees and councils capture key directional shifts in member needs and translate […]
UCLA researchers refine use of graphene oxide for stronger, more durable concrete
A UCLA-led study shows that adding graphene oxide, a carbon-based nanomaterial, to cement mixtures can produce stronger, more durable concrete, with performance driven more by even distribution than by quantity. Researchers found that ultrasonic treatment improves dispersion and delivers early strength gains at lower dosages, while controlled use of polymer surfactants helps enhance long-term strength […]
USC researchers develop 3D-printable MRI coils for low-cost, improved dynamic imaging
Diseases affecting moving organs such as the heart and lungs require dynamic imaging rather than static scans, yet limitations in current MRI technology often hinder early detection and diagnosis. Traditional MRI sensors are costly, rigid, and unable to conform closely to the body, reducing image quality and flexibility. To address this, researchers at the University […]
Researchers measure giant light-conversion effect in chiral carbon nanotubes
A sheet of twisted carbon nanotubes has revealed a long-suspected but previously unmeasured capability, as researchers at Rice University created highly ordered films of chiral nanotubes — carbon cylinders with left- or right-handed twists — that can convert the color of light at rates two to three orders of magnitude greater than conventional materials. The […]
Steel developed at MIT is key to Formula One
A high-performance steel developed at MIT has come full circle, moving from success in Formula One and Baja 1000 race cars to its latest use in the 2026 electric race car built by the student-run MIT Motorsports team. The computationally designed material is now part of the university’s entry in the Formula SAE Electric competition, […]