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Boron Nutrients in Rice Plants

Podcast – Boron Nutrients in Rice

Podcast – Boron Nutrients in Rice

In today's podcast, we're going to look at boron nutrients in rice plants. Boron nutrition is essential for rice growth and yield. It improves plant water relations and increases the total chlorophyll content in plants. It also enhances the kernel quality and reduces panicle sterility for rice plants.

boron and prostate cancer

Podcast – Boron and Prostate Cancer

Podcast – Boron and Prostate Cancer

Boron and Prostate Cancer: Prostate cancer treatments can use boron as it selectively destroys prostate cancer cell growth while keeping healthy cells unaffected. It also lowers prostate-specific antigen (PSA), which is a potential cause of cancer development. There is significant evidence to suggest that boron plays a key role in reducing prostate cancer risks. One study in May 2022 published in Life Extension Magazine reports that men with adequate levels of boron were 64% less to get prostate cancer.

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Podcast – Boron and Rare Earth Magnets

Podcast – Boron and Rare Earth Magnets

Today we will look at rare earth magnets and how ‘boron inside’ helps make them productive and efficient. We will focus on neodymium magnets as boron is a key ingredient in their ability to perform.

Magnesium Diboride Superconductor

Podcast – Magnesium Diboride Superconductor

Podcast – Magnesium Diboride Superconductor

In today's podcast, we're going to look at magnesium diboride superconductor. Magnesium diboride is an inorganic compound made of two elements, boron, and magnesium. They are both abundant in the Earth's crust. It's a water-insoluble, dark gray, solid. Over the past few years, magnesium diboride has progressed from a remarkable discovery to a promising applied superconductor.

Borax

Podcast – Use Borax Cleaning Products Safely

Podcast – Use Borax Cleaning Products Safely

Podcast - Today, we’re going to be looking at how borax can be used around the house for cleaning. In multiple applications. Borax is often used in cleaning products because it is very efficient at removing dirt and grime. It can be used in a large number of applications around the house, including unblocking drains, steam cleaning, and garbage disposal.

Boron in Drinking Water

Podcast – Boron in Drinking Water

Podcast – Boron in Drinking Water

Podcast - Today, we’re going to look at the presence of boron in water and drinking water. Boron is traceable in seawater and tap water, and also in plentiful supply in the atmosphere. So what do we need to know about the positive and harmful effects of boron in our water?

Boron Weight Loss

Podcast – Does Boron Help in Weight Loss

Podcast – Does Boron Help in Weight Loss

Podcast - In today's podcast, we're going to look at whether Boron-rich food actually helps in weight loss. Can supplements like Boron help you lose weight more quickly? If, so how much boron do you need? And what food sources contain the most boron?

Boron Nitride Nanotubes

Podcast – Novel Applications in BNNTs

Podcast – Novel Applications in BNNTs

Today, we're going to look at novel applications using boron nitride nanotubes. Boron nitride nanotubes, or BNNTs, are mechanically and structurally identical to carbon nanotubes. BNNTs, however, have unique properties that are electrically insulating as well as transparent because of the polarized boron nitride bond.

Facts about Sodium-ion Batteriesy

Podcast – Facts about Sodium-Ion Batteries

Podcast – Facts about Sodium-Ion Batteries

Today, we're going to talk about sodium-ion batteries. It's no secret that batteries are a big part of our lives. They power our mobile phones, laptops, and cars. For manufacturers and consumers alike, several factors are important such as pricing durability, power density, safety, and temperature operating range.

Lithium Batteries

Podcast – Pregnancy Diet and Boron

Podcast – Pregnancy Diet and Boron

Today, we're going to talk about adding boron to the pregnancy diet. This can provide substantial health benefits both for the mother and baby.

Boron Personal Care

Podcast – Boron and Personal Care Products

Podcast – Boron and Personal Care Products

Boron Podcast - Brands and businesses in the US personal care sector use Boron Personal Care products and its general health benefits to bring new formulations of personal care products to compete in the $25.5 billion global industry sector.

Viticulture and Boron

Podcast – Viticulture and Boron

Podcast – Viticulture and Boron

Boron is a trace mineral found in red wine and plays an important role in the body's metabolism. One question often asked is how much boron is there in wine.

Boron-based Missiles

Podcast – Boron-based Missiles

Podcast – Boron-based Missiles

Today, we will look at how China’s scientists are developing boron-based missiles that could change how we think about warfare.

Borax Baking soda

Podcast – Baking Soda and Borax. What’s the Difference?

Podcast – Baking Soda and Borax. What’s the Difference?

In today's podcast, we're going to look at the differences and similarities between borax and baking soda.

Boron Demand in Military Conflict

Podcast – Boron Demand in Military Conflict

Podcast – Boron Demand in Military Conflict

Podcast - Boron demand in military conflict. The tragic scenes unfolding on our screens daily of the conflict in Ukraine are a powerful reminder of the need for protective materials to minimise injury and fatalities among the military personnel and civilians. Military hardware requires strong, light, malleable, durable and anti-corrosive materials. Boron is a key material used in bulletproof vests, bulletproof armour, in helicopter skins and on aircraft as well as an anti-corrosive in weaponry.

Boron at Fukushima

Podcast – Boron at Fukushima

Podcast – Boron at Fukushima

In today's podcast, we’re going to look at the Fukushima nuclear accident in 2011 and how Boron helps to contain the radiation and the potential spread of nuclear fallout.

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Podcast – Boron Energy Storage

Podcast – Boron Energy Storage

Boron Energy Storage: The energy sector is transforming as the increased penetration of renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar is driving the need for energy storage solutions that can help balance the grid.

Boron in Foods

Podcast – Boron in Foods

Podcast – Boron in Foods

Podcast - Boron in Foods: Boron is a trace element found naturally in many plant foods such as legumes and fruits. Boron can also be found in beer and wine to a lesser extent, and is available as a nutritional supplement. It is thought to be beneficial in reproduction, development, immunity, brain function, and anti-inflammatory.

Borophene Compete with Graphene

Podcast – Can Borophene Replace Graphene?

Podcast – Can Borophene Replace Graphene?

In today's podcast, we’re going to look at borophene, a relatively new compound of boron, which is an innovative 2D monoatomic material that can rival graphene in terms of strength and flexibility. And it’s also cheaper to produce and has a better conductor.

Is Boron the New Carbon

Podcast – Is Boron the New Carbon?

Podcast – Is Boron the New Carbon?

Hexagonal boron nitride, a single substance material called white graphene, is highly versatile. It has similar properties to carbon-based graphite in terms of molecular weight and strength and has a transparent appearance.

Libido with Boron

Podcast – Increase your Libido with Boron

Podcast – Increase your Libido with Boron

Today, we're going to look at how boron can improve your libido. Your libido is a measure of your sexual drive. The good news is that there are some simple things you can do to increase libido, such as drinking juice with boron in the mix.

Boron Market

Podcast – Boron Market the Threat of a Shortage

Podcast – Boron Market the Threat of a Shortage

Podcast - With new applications demanding boron’s use in decarbonisation and green energy, as well as the traditional applications related to agriculture feeds and commercial applications for glass and ceramic ware, boron is becoming increasingly valuable as a strategic mineral.

Boron markets

Podcast – Boron Markets Ultimate Guide Part 1

Podcast – Boron Markets Ultimate Guide Part 1

Today, we're going to look at part one of a guide to Boron Markets. This compilation of research reports and sources is a guide to a number of Boron Markets, presenting forecasts based on estimations from several sources.

Boron-based Polymers for EV Storage

Podcast – Boron-based Polymers for EV Storage

Podcast – Boron-based Polymers for EV Storage

In today's podcast, we're going to look at boron-based polymers for EV storage. Boron-based polymers such as BNNTs or boron nitride, nanotubes are two-dimensional nanomaterials with excellent properties for improving electric vehicle energy storage, given their high surface areas, large aspect ratios, and good thermal conductivity.

Boron Deficiency in Woody Plants

Podcast – Boron in Woody Plants

Podcast – Boron in Woody Plants

Today, we're going to talk about boron in woody plants. Boron is an essential element for higher plant growth and development. It helps to strengthen the cell walls and controls porosity.

Mind diet

Podcast – The Mind Diet

Podcast – The Mind Diet

Today, we're going to talk about the Mind diet and give you a simple guide to improving memory and cognition. The mind diet emphasizes the importance of various nutrients and minerals, including boron. Boron plays a key role in brain health and cognitive function.

Boron and Nuclear Fusion

Podcast – Boron and Nuclear Fusion

Podcast – Boron and Nuclear Fusion

In today's podcast, we're going to look at boron and nuclear fusion. Is boron the key to unlocking energy via nuclear fusion? For the past 80 years, scientists have been exploring ways to capture energy, to provide an inexhaustible supply of quasi- free green energy.

Tesla and Boron

Podcast – Tesla and Boron

Podcast – Tesla and Boron

Tesla and boron. Tesla is an American electric vehicle manufacturer and clean energy company headquartered in Austin, Texas. Tesla manufacturers, electric cars and battery energy storage from home to grid scale, solar panels, solar roof tiles, and other related products and services.

Boron Smart Wearable Devices

Podcast – Boron Nitride Nanotubes and Wearable Devices

Podcast – Boron Nitride Nanotubes and Wearable Devices

Boron Podcast - Boron Nitride Nanotubes and wearable devices. It’s an intriguing title but how come boron is being touted among the research community as a favoured choice for powering wearable devices of the future?

Solar Power Market

Podcast – The Solar Power Market is Red Hot

Podcast – The Solar Power Market is Red Hot

The solar power market is growing with the demand for renewable energy sources.

Steve Jobs and Boron

Podcast – Steve Jobs and Boron

Podcast – Steve Jobs and Boron

Podcast - Today, we're going to look at the day Steve Jobs from Apple went to Corning in new York to understand more about toughened glass for his apple iPhones with boron inside.

Boron in swimming Pools

Podcast – Boron in Swimming Pools

Podcast – Boron in Swimming Pools

Today, we're going to look at the use of boron in swimming pools - keeping them clean. Swimming pools are a great way to get in some exercise and have fun with friends and family. But the pools also require maintenance and keeping your swimming pool clean might seem like a daunting task as maintaining a pool is not easy but with the application of boric acid and sodium borates, can become much easier.

Boron Fertilisers

Podcast – Boron Fertilisers

Podcast – Boron Fertilisers

Today, we're going to look at the role of fertilizers in agriculture and in food security. The worldwide fertilizer market, which includes boron fertilizers is estimated to grow with a CAGR of 1.6, 9% up to 2027.

Arthritis pain relief

Podcast – Can Boron Help with Arthritis

Podcast – Can Boron Help with Arthritis

Podcast - Can Boron help with arthritis. Borax is an interesting chemical compound that has several uses in the home. But what many people don’t realise is that borax can also help those who suffer from arthritis.
In this podcast, we’ll discuss how borax helps to treat arthritis and the different types of arthritis that it can help with. We will also explore some other benefits of using borax for health.

Renewable energy transition

Podcast – Renewable Energy Transition

Podcast – Renewable Energy Transition

In today's podcast, we're going to look at renewable energy transition and a switch from carbon to metals. Renewable energy is an essential tool in the fight against climate change. It can help us reduce our dependence on fossil fuels and emits far fewer greenhouse gases than traditional energy sources.

Boron Powers Space Exploration

Podcast – Boron Powers Space Exploration

Podcast – Boron Powers Space Exploration

Podcast - Boron Powers Space Exploration. Boron is an excellent choice for rocket fuel given its ease of manufacture, availability, and low storage costs. It is also a good additive for jet fuel. Scientists at the University of California Riverside are testing ammonia borane, NH3BH3, as an alternative to traditional carbon-based chemical rocket fuels. This could lead to carbon-free space launches.

Boron-based Furan Polymers

Podcast – Boron-based Furan Polymers

Podcast – Boron-based Furan Polymers

Today, we’re going to look at boron-based furan polymers. boron-based furan polymers are a new class of renewable energy materials based on boron. These birdegradable materials can provide portable energy sources, serve as catalysts in chemical reactions, and can potentially be used as electrode materials in lithium-ion batteries.

Electric Car Batteries

Podcast – EV Batteries and Boron

Podcast – EV Batteries and Boron

In today's podcast, we're going to look at electric vehicle, EV batteries. Electric vehicle batteries are rechargeable batteries that power electric cars bikes and scooters. They are specifically designed to give power over a sustained period and are deep cycle batteries.

Industrial Boron Decarbonization

Podcast – Boron and Decarbonization in the Chemicals Industry

Podcast – Boron and Decarbonization in the Chemicals Industry

Boron and Decarbonization: To reduce their carbon footprint and make the world cleaner, many chemical industry companies are embracing decarbonization strategies. What can the chemical sector do to contribute significantly to climate change by reducing greenhouse gases from the chemicals manufactured using fossil fuels?

Today, we will review current practices and regulations in an industry-wide drive to meet goals and look at how the latest technological breakthroughs play a pivotal role in shifting toward more sustainable and eco-friendly infrastructure.

Sustainable agriculture

Podcast – Sustainable Agriculture and Boron

Podcast – Sustainable Agriculture and Boron

In today's podcast, we're going to look at sustainable agriculture. Sustainable agriculture uses micronutrients such as boron, zinc, and copper to promote soil health and support healthy plant growth.

Ubiquitous Boron

Podcast – Ubiquitous Boron

Podcast – Ubiquitous Boron

Ubiquitous Boron: Today we're going to look at how boron makes its presence felt everywhere. It's found abundantly in nature. It's found in the soil. It's essential as a mineral for animals and humans and it has many applications in households and in industry.

Calcium Fructoborate - Boron Food Supplement

Podcast – Calcium Fructoborate Food Supplement

Podcast – Calcium Fructoborate Food Supplement

Today, we're going to look Calcium fructoborate, which has recently has been placed on the European Union’s list as a novel food. It has benefits as a food supplement for adults, apparently reducing stress, helping with osteoarthritis and bone loss.

Boron and Sustainable Future Using Materials Science

Podcast – Boron and Sustainable Future

Podcast – Boron and Sustainable Future

Today, we're going to look at a sustainable future using materials sciences. A sustainable future using materials science can be achieved by developing new materials and technologies that can help address climate change, dwindling resources, and pollution.

Junior Lithium miners

Junior Lithium Miners – Market Update

Junior Lithium Miners – Market Update

Today, we'll continue our look at a number of markets where boron and borax compounds are used, including the Boron Trifluoride Market, Potassium Fluoborate Market, the Tin Fluoborate Market, the Permanent Magnets Market, the Super Abrasives Market, the Cubic Boron Nitride Market, the Hexagonal Boron Nitride Market, the Lithium BIS Borate Market, and the Cubic Boron Nitrates Market.

Boron and Food Security

Podcast – Boron and Food Security

Podcast – Boron and Food Security

In today's podcast, we're going to look at boron and food security. Boron plays a considerable role in food utilization, principally by improving the nutritional value of fertilizers for plant growth development. It also increases crop yield through increased nitrogen fixation rates in soils deficient in micronutrients.

Volvo cars

Podcast – Boron and Volvo Cars

Podcast – Boron and Volvo Cars

In today's podcast, we're going to look at the use of boron in the automotive sector and how Volvo cars use boron to strengthen their cars. In recent years, there has been an increase in demand for automotive parts containing boron steel due to the increasing use of hybrid or electric vehicles. This trend is expected to grow further because of growing awareness about environmental issues.

Boron Reduces Fluoride Toxicity

Podcast – Boron Reduces Fluoride Toxicity

Podcast – Boron Reduces Fluoride Toxicity

Today, we’re going to look at fluoride toxicity. Boron can help to reduce fluoride toxicity. Fluoride is a toxic chemical that can cause severe health problems, despite the best efforts of the WHO to provide recommended levels of fluoride intake by source. Fluoride toxicity is seen in both animals and humans. But how can boron help to lower toxicity?

Boron to combat Global warming

Podcast – Boron to Combat Global Warming

Podcast – Boron to Combat Global Warming

Today, we're going to look at technologies where boron is used as an ingredient to combat global warming. We all know the world is on the cusp of an energy crisis. Energy demand is rising at an alarming rate while fossil fuel suppliers rapidly decreasing. As a result, energy prices have rocketed, and the world is now experiencing significant blackouts and widespread economic collapse.

Boron in plants - Plant Food

Podcast – Boron in Plants and Crops

Podcast – Boron in Plants and Crops

Today, we're going to look at the role of boron in plants and crops. Micronutrients play an important role in the life and growth of plants.

Boron

Podcast – Introduction to Boron

Podcast – Introduction to Boron

Boron Podcast - As a wonder element with exceptional physical properties, boron is widely used in multiple industries and applications from aerospace to construction, automotive, and healthcare. But what exactly is Boron?

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