When printed circuit board assemblies (PCBA) return with corrosion, analysts need to find the source of contamination that caused the corrosion in order to eliminate it. Contaminants can come from various sources, such as manufacturing operations, packaging, installation, and the environment. There are many methods that can be used to determine the composition of contaminants. … Read more
Breathable and self-decontaminating protective clothing is crucial for preventing human casualties from caustic agents. Recent wars and terrorist attacks have spurred focus on the research of efficient decontamination materials for chemical warfare agents. Zirconium-based Metal-Organic Frameworks (Zr-MOF) have been shown to efficiently degrade CAWs, but their powdered form limits their application in individual protection. It … Read more
What Is Pasteurization, and How Does It Keep Milk Safe? Recent reports that the H5N1 avian flu virus has been found in cow’s milk have raised questions about whether the U.S. milk supply is safe to drink. According to the Federal Food and Drug Administration, the answer is yes, as long as the milk is … Read more