RALEIGH, North Carolina, Aug. 8 (TNSres) -- North Carolina State University issued the following news release: Researchers have demonstrated a technique for creating sensors that can function both in air and underwater. The approach paves the way for "amphibious" sensors with applications ranging from wildlife monitoring to biomedical applications. The new findings are focused on strain sensors, which measure deformation - meaning they can be used to measure how things stretch, bend and move.   more

HOBOKEN, New Jersey, Aug. 9 -- Advanced Materials Interfaces, a journal that says it covers an interdisciplinary blend of physics, chemistry, materials science and life sciences, published research articles on the following topics in its Aug. 5, 2024, edition (Vol. 11, Issue 22): * Long-Term Immersion Study for Durability of Interconnected Micropatterned Surfaces with Sustained Water Repellency * Antibacterial Activity of Visible Light Responsive-Silver-Nanoparticle/Titania Composite Thin Film  more

LONDON, England, Aug. 9 -- Analytical Methods, a peer-reviewed journal from the Royal Society of Chemistry that says it features an early applications of new analytical methods with clear societal impact, published research articles on the following topics in its Aug. 21, 2024, edition (Vol. 16, Issue 31): Minireview: * Methods and applications of noncompetitive hapten immunoassays Critical Review: * Functional fibers/textiles for smart sensing devices and applications in personal healthcare  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 9 -- Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) joined four other Senators yesterday to lead legislation that would help Customs and Border Protection (CBP) stop the flow of illicit goods, including fentanyl and counterfeits, into the country by tightening import requirements for packages that enter under the de minimis loophole. In recent years, the number of direct-to-consumer shipments from foreign corporate giants like Shein  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 8 -- Sen. Robert Casey Jr., D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: The FIGHTING for America Act to crack down on fentanyl smuggling and imports of products made with forced labor Senator Casey has led efforts to crack down on fentanyl producers in China and traffickers bringing drugs across the border Today, U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA), Rob Wyden (D-OR), Cynthia Lummis (R-WY), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), and Susan Collins (R-ME) introduced bipartisan legislation to c  more

BASEL, Switzerland, Aug. 9 -- Cellulose, a peer-reviewed journal that says it covers the conversion of polymers and resources into manufactured goods, such as pulp, paper, textiles and natural fibers, published research articles on the following topics in its July 2024 edition (Vol. 31, Issue 11): * Mechanism of wood deformation cascading from nanoscale to macroscale in response to moisture desorption * Ionic liquid interactions with cellulose and the effect of water * Photoluminescence enhan  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 10 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12452) on Aug. 7, 2024, by Middle Eastern affairs specialist Clayton Thomas: * * * U.S. Sanctions on Iran Since the Iranian Revolution of 1979, the United States has used sanctions of various types as key tools of U.S. policy toward the government of Iran. The U.S. government uses sanctions to deter, constrain, and encourage change in the adversarial behavior of the Iranian regime, inclu  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 10 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10256) on Aug. 9, 2024, by Karen M. Sutter, Asian trade and finance specialist. Here are excerpts: * * * U.S.-Taiwan Trade and Economic Relations Taiwan is a top U.S. trade partner and a key link in global technology and manufacturing supply chains, supporting the United States, the People's Republic of China (PRC or China), and other global markets. Taiwan's economy is highly dependent  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 5 [Category: ThinkTank] -- The Coalition for a Prosperous America issued the following news release: The de minimis problem is getting worse. Consider this article a "Summer 2024" update of how the de minimis catastrophe continues to escalate. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has published its Trade Fact Sheet for Fiscal Year 2023, giving us fresh data about the out-of-control 'de minimis' loophole dissolving our laws, economy, and morals. The top level takeaway: de m  more

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Aug. 9 (TNSres) -- Frost and Sullivan, a provider of market research and analysis, growth strategy consulting and corporate training services across multiple industries, issued the following news release on Aug. 6, 2024: * * * Pandemic-Driven Demand Shifts Focus to Safe, Durable, and Natural Compounds * * * The antimicrobial materials industry is experiencing unprecedented growth, fuelled by a heightened focus on hygiene and cleanliness post-pandemic. Customers in the pla  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 9 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: New Legislation Cracks Down on Fentanyl Smuggling, Imports of Products Made with Forced Labor Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), alongside Senators Ron Wyden (D-OR), Cynthia Lummis (R-WY), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Susan Collins (R-ME), and Bob Casey (D-PA), announced bipartisan legislation to help Customs and Border Protection (CBP) stop the flow of illicit goods, including fentanyl, counterf  more

LAUSANNE, Switzerland, Aug. 7 -- The International Olympic Committee issued the following news release on Aug. 6, 2024: The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced the names of the finalists for the annual IOC Climate Action Awards 2024, celebrating those within the Olympic Movement who are taking concrete measures to address climate change. Supported by Worldwide Olympic and Paralympic Partner Deloitte (https://olympics.com/ioc/partners/deloitte), the IOC Climate Action Awards enc  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 9 -- The National Council of Textile Organizations issued the following statement on Aug. 8, 2024: * * * National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO) President and CEO Kim Glas issued the following statement today welcoming the introduction of the bipartisan "FIGHTING for America Act, a bill that would eliminate de minimis exemptions for import-sensitive products and goods subject to trade remedies, including the majority of textile and apparel imports, while helping staun  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 9 -- Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Oregon, chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Ron Wyden, D-Ore., Sen. Cynthia Lummis, R-Wyo., Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, and Sen. Bob Casey, D-Pa., today released bipartisan legislation to help Customs and Border Protection (CBP) stop the flow of illicit goods, including fentanyl, counterfeits, and products made with forced labor, into the country by tightening import requir  more

LEICESTER, England, Aug. 7 -- De Montfort University issued the following news: From Sainsbury's to ASOS, the creative collections by textile students from De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) impressed a range of big brands at New Designers. Final-year Fashion Textile Design and Textile Design students represented DMU at the annual showcase of the UK's emerging design talent, by proudly exhibiting their collections on the university's stand. Becky Watson's vivid tropical prints impressed b  more

CANTERBURY, England, Aug. 6 -- Canterbury Christ Church University issued the following news: Canterbury Christ Church University has awarded an Honorary Doctorate to Dame Zandra Rhodes RDI (Royal Design Industry) in celebration of her pioneering fashion and textile career, which has seen her design for rock icons and royalty, including Freddie Mercury and Princess Diana. One of the most influential and exciting fashion designers of our time, with a career of 56 years in the international fash  more

SYDNEY, Australia, Aug. 8 (TNSres) -- The University of New South Wales issued the following news: Academics are recognised for their research and public advocacy in biomedical science and engineering, food policy, urban design and climate change, and mental health. Five outstanding UNSW Sydney researchers have received a 2024 NSW Young Tall Poppy Science Award, out of 12 granted in the state. Run by the Australian Institute of Policy and Science (AIPS), the Young Tall Poppy Science Awards ho  more