Rheology in Product Development: An Insight into 3D Printing of Hydrogels and Aerogels.

Rheological characterisation plays a crucial role in developing and optimising advanced materials in the form of hydrogels and aerogels, especially if 3D printing technologies are involved. Applications ranging from tissue engineering to environmental remediation require the fine-tuning of such properties. Nonetheless, their complex rheological behaviour presents unique challenges in additive manufacturing.

The Generation: Novel Poly(Ionic Liquid)-Based Aerogels for CO Capture.

CO levels in the atmosphere are increasing exponentially. The current climate change effects motivate an urgent need for new and sustainable materials to capture CO. Porous materials are particularly interesting for processes that take place near atmospheric pressure.