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NEWS
Graphene and Boron – a Mighty Combination
The materials of the future is here now! Boron doped Graphene (B-G) happens to be developed as an anode product for lithium-ion batteries!
Can Borophene Compete with Graphene?
Borophene is an innovative new 2D mono-atomic material that can rival Graphene in terms of strength and flexibility. Also cheaper to produce and is a better conductor. Borophene is categorized as the best alternative that goes beyond the benefits and quality Graphene provides.
Power Sector Faces Advanced Energy Challenges
The power sector is undergoing major changes. Reforms and deregulation are opening up opportunities for new players to enter the market. There are several mergers and acquisitions taking place that helps to create an even more diverse energy mix. It is also great...
Nuclear Waste Is Revolutionizing The Glass Industry
Nuclear waste can now be vitrified into durable borosilicate glass for long-term secure storage which is an ingenious breakthrough in hazardous management.
Gender Inequality In The Face of Food Insecurity
Gender inequality contributes significantly to food insecurity. Boron is an essential micronutrient that aids in the improvement of food security and, there are implications for gender equality by increasing agricultural production efficiencies.
White Howlite: The Healing Gemstone
White Howlite is a remarkable gemstone, from stylish jewelry pieces to the soothing properties it holds, this captivating borate mineral has certainly made an indelible mark.
Marine Life Thrives With Boron
Boron is a remarkable chemical element that plays an essential part in maintaining the delicate balance of marine life.
NEWS
Therapeutics Potential of Boron Compounds
Boron-based therapeutics offer many benefits for patients. They are effective at treating a wide range of conditions, including cancer, osteoarthritis, and psoriasis.
Boron and Solar Energy
Boron For Storage In Solar Energy
As our population and cities grow, so does our need for safe, sustainable energy. To meet global needs, we must increase the efficiency of our energy consumption and optimize the capacity of existing and emerging energy sources.
Solar and wind energy depend on strong, durable materials. Borax products help to enable these technologies—and we strive to make our operations sustainable, too.
Apple iPhone and Boron:
Apple and Boron: Toughened glass products use Boron for its remarkable qualities and malleability in development and strength as a finished product. So how did Steve Jobs give the industry a boost to toughened glass production in the early days?
Boron in Quantum Computing
Boron in quantum computing is one of the most exciting areas in science today. Currently, silicon-based qubits provide the processing power for these hugely powerful machines. However, Hexagonal Boron Nitride, hBN, is a promising material for quantum technologies. hBN benefits include lower error rates, an increase in the number of qubits per chip, increased stability, better conductivity, and reduced energy loss. They are also more cost-effective.
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.
Video – Boron: The Overlooked Metalloid
Boron is classified as a metalloid since it has properties of both metals and non-metals. This makes boron incredibly useful for a wide range of applications.
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.
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GUIDE TO BORON
APPLICATIONS
Boron Wearable Memory Devices
Boron wearable memory devices: Developing boron-based nanomaterials for flexible memory devices for wearables is being explored by researchers in Korea. The devices can potentially be used to store, process, and communicate data on the move.
Laser-driven Boron Fusion – 3 Things to Know
Mix Two of the Most Powerful Forces in nature and Boron is the Result Boron, a metalloid element, can have one of four different oxidation states and has many uses in both industrial and commercial applications including as an additive to steel containers for food...
CHEMISTRY
Boron Nitride: The New Carbon of Nanotube Science?
Boron nitride is a versatile compound and has recently been recognized as a potential successor to carbon in nanotube science.
Boron Minerals
Boron minerals are found in the Earth's crust; its various forms come from different geological structures, such as pegmatite and metamorphic rocks. The most common boron minerals include Tincal, Tincalconite, Colemanite, Kernite, Ulexite, Pandermite, Boracite, Hydroboracite, Inderite, Ascharite, Datolite, Sassolite, Meyerhofferite, Inyoite, and Probertite.
RESEARCH
Rio Tinto Ramps Up Jadar Valley Green Lithium Efforts
Extract: The Jadar Lithium Borate project in Serbia by the Rio Tinto group will produce battery-grade lithium carbonate and borates essential for developing and operating renewable energy equipment. Rio Tinto intends to finish the construction of the underground mine in 2026. The company plans to invest $200 million in the project and begin construction in 2022. Rio Tinto expects to finish the land acquisition, technical documentation preparation, and environmental assessment study by the end of 2021.
PFAS And Boron
Boron Nitride is an excellent catalyst for reducing harmful PFAs. It is an organic metal oxide that breaks down PFAS into carbon dioxide and fluoride salt.
Lithium Miners To Watch In Upcoming Years
December closed out with a surge of momentum for the Lithium Miners where investors are looking forward to investing in these companies.
Ultimate Guide to Boron Markets
Learn more about well-researched forecasts for the various global boron markets.
BENEFITS
How Can Boron Help In Arthritis Pain Relief?
Did you know boron can be an effective arthritis pain relief? It is a powerful chemical element with many uses around the home. Also, its unique mineral properties make it ideal for soothing aches and joints!
Agriculture: The Importance of Boron
The Role of Boron in Agriculture Boron is a chemical element that aids in the growth of crops and agricultural operations. It helps to provide healthy soil and increase crop yields. It also reduces leaching from soils, prevents diseases in plants, as well as many...
MINING BORON & BORATES
MINING
Sustainable Mining: The Future of the Industry
Sustainable mining is the sustainable extraction, processing, and use of mineral resources. It impacts the environmental and its economic feasibility.
Podcast – Turkey and Boron
Today, we're going to look at Turkey and Boron. Turkey is the world's largest producer of boron through the government-owned Eti Maden. With enough reserves to cover global demand for the next 500 years, Turkey stands first in market share, manufactures, and markets 62% of the world's boron.
Company Profile of American Pacific Borates
American Pacific Borates Limited (ABR) is focused on advancing its Fort Cady Borate Project located in Southern California. Fort Cady is a highly rare and large colemanite deposit and is the largest known contained traditional borate occurrence in the USA.
Company Profile of Orocobre Lithium
Sinead Kaufman takes up the responsibilities to improve Rio Tinto Minerals' performance by taking it to another level. She handles a diverse range of commodities belonging to the mining giant. Her team is working at ground level pushing $3.2 billion into the metal Lithium.
INVEST IN BORON
Podcast – Lithium 101
Today, we're going to talk about lithium 101 - its chemical properties, where it's found and the mining processes to extract lithium from the ground, applications, market size, and demand for lithium. Lithium 101.
ABR Boron Production 3x
According to a press release from ABR on November 16th, 2021, the company has announced 'ABR production triples' with a near tripling of production capability for the critical mineral boron at its Fort Cady operations in Southern California. Boron is becoming recognized as an essential mineral for use in multiple applications in decarbonization, advanced energy - batteries- and food security- as a micronutrient.
ABR Increased Head-Grade
American Pacific Borates New Mine Plan with Increased Head-Grade. ABR's CEO, Henri Tausch, comments that yet another milestone that will allow them to be US-listed. And, perhaps most importantly, the mining firm also has three additional benefits connected with the S-K1300 conversion process.
Demand Surges for Boron from Battery Producers
The clean energy shift is happening, and it’s more than just an environmental movement. As more people turn to renewable sources of power, the demand for battery minerals is increasing exponentially worldwide. Boron, lithium, and graphite are essential minerals seeing increased share prices because of this trend.
PLANET BORON
DECARBONIZATION
FEAM: A Solution To Global Decarbonization
FEAM focuses on providing secure and reliable supplies of critical materials that empower global decarbonization and creating a better future for generations.
Boron and Nuclear Fusion
Boron and nuclear fusion: Is Boron the key to Unlocking Energy via Nuclear Fusion? For the past eighty years, scientists have been exploring ways to capture energy to provide an inexhaustible supply of quasi-free, green energy. Boron via laser technologies, may finally provide the key to moving beyond the laboratory to commercialisation.
ADVANCED ENERGY
Boron and SOP
Boron inclusive technology is an excellent example of how we can harness the power from seawater to bring zero-carbon energy worldwide. Decarbonization has been a goal for quite some time, and it seems like this year, governments will finally agree on stricter regulations that would make it possible to achieve this objective by 2050 or sooner if possible. Boron has been working to bring sustainable energy sources for all, and Boron and Hydropower technology is an excellent example of achieving this goal.
How Boron is Beneficial for Heat Conversion
How is Boron Beneficial for Heat Conversion? This is a topic of interest for many scientists, engineers, and chemists due to its unique properties. It is an element that plays a vital role in heat and other energy conversion processes. Additionally, it is important...
FOOD SECURITY
How Boron Helps Your Garden Thrive
Micronutrients play an important role in plants' life and growth. Mineral deficiencies can lead to serious problems with the plants such as stunted growth and rougher leaves. It can also result in interveinal chlorosis of leaves, purpling of leaf margins and...
Boron the Super Saviour of Wooden Products
Overview The ultimate defense against wood-destroying fungi and bacteria. Woods are great. They keep us warm and cozy and give a rustic yet chic feeling to our homes or any other place they adorn. It makes us one with nature. But like in nature, woods inside our...
MICRONUTRIENTS
Boron’s Importance in Maintaining the Health of Coral Reefs
Boron is an essential element in our daily lives and crucial for a successful reef tank. It is necessary to ensure the health of corals and invertebrates.
Podcast – Boron Supplements and Testosterone
In today's podcast, we're going to look at whether Boron supplements increase testosterone or not. Boron supplements are a great way to enhance human body metabolism. From boosting testosterone levels to blocking excess estrogen and SHBG. They help you achieve optimal health and fitness with ease.