Synthesis, Structure, and Electrophysical and Electrochemical Properties of Novel Composite La_0.9MnO₃-LaFeO₃ by Mukhametkali Mataev, Zamira Sarsenbaeva, Bahadir Keskin, Marzhan Nurbekova, Amangeldi Meldeshov, Zhanar Tursyn, Karima Seitbekova

“…X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis revealed a polycrystalline, biphasic perovskite structure combining both hexagonal and cubic symmetry. The microstructure and elemental composition, examined using field emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM), indicated an average particle size of approximately 186.9 nm. …”
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Nanostructured Coatings Based on Langmuir–Blodgett Films of Perfluorodecanoic Acid for Flexible Sensors for the Analysis of Lead Ions in Water by G. B. Melnikova, D. V. Sapsaliou, T. N. Tolstaya, I. V. Korolkov, S. A. Chizhik, N. N. Zhumanazar, A. S. Baranova, M. V. Zdorovets

“…Techniques for modifying TeMs based on PET with a monolayer coating based on PFDA by the Langmuir‒Blodgett method, and with two-layer coatings, formed by soaking PET TeMs/PFDA in xylenol orange solutions have been developed. The microstructure and local mechanical properties of the sensor surface were studied by atomic force microscopy, and the wettability and values of the specific surface energy of PET TeMs before and after modification were evaluated using the ''sessile'' drop method. …”
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Elucidating the metabolic mechanisms and active constituents of ZuoGui Wan in combatting postmenopausal osteoporosis: A metabolomics and network pharmacology approach by Yanchen Feng, KaiKai Shi, Dingming Li, Shunzhi Yang, Xue Dang, Jinyao Li, Yan Chen, Jianping Yao, Yunke Zhang, Lu Sun, Feixiang Liu

“…Result: ZGW reversed OVX-induced bone loss by enhancing bone density and improving bone microstructural integrity. Initially, 14 prototype components were identified in the serum of OVX rats following ZGW intervention. …”
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The addition of natural clay and industrial and agricultural waste on the performance of green and sustainable concrete by Inzimam Ul Haq, Ayub Elahi, Atif Khan, Afsar Ali, Qadir Bux alias Imran Latif Qureshi, Aïssa Rezzoug, Mohd Aamir Mumtaz

“…Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) was conducted to evaluate the microstructure and morphology of the developed concrete mixtures. …”
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Synergistic Effects of Furfurylated Natural Fibers and Nanoclays on the Properties of Fiber–Cement Composites by Thamires Alves da Silveira, Felipe Vahl Ribeiro, Cristian Conceição Gomes, Arthur Behenck Aramburu, Sandro Campos Amico, André Luiz Missio, Rafael de Avila Delucis

“…The combination of furfurylated fibers and functionalized nanoclay provided the best results in maintaining a compact microstructure, reducing water absorption, and improving mechanical resilience. …”
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Injectable Hydrogel Combined with Nucleus Pulposus-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells for the Treatment of Degenerative Intervertebral Disc in Rats by Feng Wang, Li-ping Nan, Shi-feng Zhou, Yang Liu, Ze-yu Wang, Jing-cheng Wang, Xin-min Feng, Liang Zhang

“…In vitro, the biocompatibility, microstructure, and induced differentiation effect on NPMSC of the hydrogel were studied. …”
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Enhancing Mechanical and Tribological Enhancing Mechanical and Tribological Properties of 3D-Printed Dental Photopolymer Resin Using Hydroxyapatite Nanoparticles by Rochmadi, Kuncoro Diharjo, Ubaidillah, Joko Triyono, Eko Surojo, Abdurrahman Hanif, Bhre Wangsa Lenggana, Seung-Bok Choi

“…Morphological analysis using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) provided insights into HA distribution and the resulting microstructural changes. The design approach incorporated HA nanoparticles to enhance molecular stiffness and promote a mechanical interlocking effect within the resin matrix. …”
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Longitudinal Biochemical and Behavioral Alterations in a Gyrencephalic Model of Blast-Related Mild Traumatic Brain Injury by Shiyu Tang, Su Xu, Donna Wilder, Alexandre E. Medina, Xin Li, Gary M. Fiskum, Li Jiang, Venkata R. Kakulavarapu, Joseph B. Long, Rao P. Gullapalli, Venkatasivasai Sujith Sajja

“…With this purpose, we established a gyrencephalic model of blast injury in ferrets, which underwent blast exposure applying conditions that closely mimic those associated with primary blast injuries to warfighters. In this study, we evaluated brain biochemical, microstructural, and behavioral profiles after blast exposure using in vivo longitudinal magnetic resonance imaging, histology, and behavioral assessments. …”
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Enhancing strength and sustainability of concrete with steel slag aggregate by Ibrahim Kamal Ibrahim, Mohammed Rady, Nouran M. Tawfik, Mahmoud Kassem, Sameh Youssef Mahfouz

“…The TG-DTA and XRD analyses revealed that the steel slag promotes additional hydration and the formation of calcium silicate hydrate, resulting in a denser microstructure. Furthermore, the statistical analyses confirmed that these improvements are statistically significant, highlighting the potential of steel slag and fiber reinforcement to enhance both the fresh and hardened properties of concrete. …”
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Influence of Long-Term Immersion Tests on the Electrochemical Corrosion Behavior of an Ultrafine-Grained Aluminum Alloy by Guilherme dos Santos Vacchi, Danielle Cristina Camilo Magalhães, Cristie Luis Kugelmeier, Rodrigo da Silva, Anibal de Andrade Mendes Filho, Andrea Madeira Kliauga, Carlos Alberto Della Rovere

“…The long-term corrosion resistance of commercially pure aluminum (AA1050) processed by equal channel angular pressing (ECAP) was evaluated in a saline environment. The study compared the microstructure and corrosion behavior of ECAP-processed samples in route A with 1X, 4X, and 8X passes to an annealed sample using a 3.5% NaCl solution. …”
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A Review on the Aging Behavior of BADGE-Based Epoxy Resin by Wei He, Xinshuo Jiang, Rong He, Yuchao Zheng, Dongli Dai, Liang Huang, Xianhua Yao

“…These aging processes lead to irreversible physicochemical changes, manifested as degradation of microstructure, mechanical properties, and dynamic mechanical properties to varying degrees, with performance deterioration becoming increasingly significant over time. …”
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In Vitro Digestion of Chia Seed Oil Nanoemulsions by Luciana Julio, Greilis Quintero-Gamero, Estefanía Guiotto, Vanesa Ixtaina

“…The particle size distribution, mean diameter, and microstructure were evaluated after in vitro stomach and small intestine simulation according to the INFOGEST method. …”
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Oxidative stability and physical properties of model cream-type O/W emulsions structured with candelilla wax and stored at room temperature by Iwona Szymańska, Anna Żbikowska, Sylwia Onacik-Gür, Małgorzata Kowalska

“…The emulsion's primary, secondary, and total degrees of lipid oxidative changes and the microstructure, rheological properties, and physical stability were examined. …”
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Improving gel properties of egg white protein using coconut endosperm dietary fibers modified by ultrasound and dual enzymolysis combined with carboxymethylation or phosphate cross... by Anyu Zhang, Jun Ma, Peiyao Long, Yajun Zheng, Yichan Zhang

“…Addition of CERDF, CERDF-UDEC, and CERDF-UDEPC increased the random coil content of EWPG and rendered its microstructure more granular. CERDF-UDEC and CERDF-UDEPC improved EWPG properties more effectively than unmodified CERDF. …”
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Innovative Bioceramic Based on Hydroxyapatite with Titanium Nanoparticles as Reinforcement for Possible Medical Applications by Dafne Rubi Porras-Herrera, Héctor Herrera-Hernández, José Guadalupe Miranda-Hernández, José Adalberto Castillo-Robles, Eddie Nahúm Armendariz-Mireles, Carlos Adrián Calles-Arriaga, Enrique Rocha-Rangel

“…The biomaterials’ microstructure is completely fine and homogeneous. The biomaterial reinforced with 1 wt. % Ti exhibits the best mechanical behavior. …”
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Performance characterization of VARI-processed plain-woven glass/jute hybrid epoxy composites for renewable energy infrastructures: Experimental–numerical synergy by Macaulay M. Owen, Leong Sing Wong, Norashidah Binti Md Din, Emmanuel O. Achukwu, Ahmad, Zafir Romli, Solehuddin Shuib

“…Experimental characterization of laminates with varying ply counts (2, 6, 8, and 12) were conducted to assess the composites' mechanical, thermal, and microstructural properties. Finite element analysis (FEA) using ANSYS was performed to simulate tensile and bending behaviors, employing a gradual mesh refinement strategy to ensure numerical accuracy. …”
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MS-275 facilitates osseointegration in osteoporotic rats by mitigating oxidative stress via activation of the miR-200a/Keap1/Nrf2 signaling pathway by Junjie Yan, Qinsong Gu, Jianqiao Li, Zhi Zhou, Wenkai Jiang, Wengang Guan, Bin Chen, Yuhu Chen, Min Yang

“…In vivo,MS-275 effectively enhanced the microstructural features of distal femoral trabecular bone, increased the mineralization capacity of osteoblasts, and promoted bone formation.Discussion MS-275 can reverse oxidative stress-induced cell damage, promote bone healing, and improve osteoporosis by activating the miRNA-200a/Keap1/Nrf2 pathway.…”
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Independent Acidic pH Reactivity of Non-Iron-Fenton Reaction Catalyzed by Copper-Based Nanoparticles for Fluorescent Dye Oxidation by Zakia H. Alhashem, Hasna Abdullah Alali, Shehab A. Mansour, Maha A. Tony, Ashraf H. Farha

“…CuO/Cu₂O hybrid nanoparticles were successfully synthesized through a thermal decomposition route and applied as a heterogeneous catalytic oxidant for a fluorescent dye, namely Basic Violet 10 (BV10) dye. The microstructure and morphology of the prepared catalyst were evaluated via X-ray diffraction (XRD) and a field-emission scanning electron microscope (FE-SEM), respectively. …”
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Adaptive Evolution of <i>Sporosarcina pasteurii</i> Enhances Saline–Alkali Resistance for High-Performance Concrete Crack Repair via MICP by Jieyu Liu, Huaihua Xu, Min Dong, Zilin Cheng, Chenkai Mi, Shuai Sun, Ruiying Zhu, Peipei Han

“…Comparative analysis of growth characteristics (OD₆₀₀), pH variation, urease activity, and specific urease activity revealed that the evolved strain maintained growth kinetics under harsh conditions comparable to the parental strain under normal conditions. Subsequent evaluations demonstrated the evolved strain’s superior salt–alkali tolerance through enhanced enzymatic activity, precipitation yield, particle size distribution, crystal morphology, and microstructure characterization under various saline–alkaline conditions. …”
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Impact of laser shock peening on high-strength aluminum alloys in marine environments by Xiang-Fei Wang, Xiao-Ye Zhou, Jia-Le Mao, Ji-Hua Zhu, Chun Pei

“…LSP induces high strain-rate plastic deformation, resulting in dense dislocation structures and promoting grain refinement mechanisms within the microstructure. A comparative analysis of LSP treatments using laser pulse energies of 1.8 J and 2.6 J reveals that the 1.8 J pulse energy optimally enhances mechanical properties and fatigue resistance. …”
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