Development and Quality Enhancement of Fried Fish Cake Prototype with Transglutaminase, Trehalose, and Herbal Oil for Room Temperature Distribution by Ye Youl Kim, Khawaja Muhammad Imran Bashir, Seonyeong Kang, Yongjoon Park, Jae Hak Sohn, Jae-Suk Choi

“…Nutritional analysis confirmed a balanced composition of moisture, protein, essential amino acids, and minerals, in accordance with Korean national standards for acid values. Microstructural examination revealed a uniform network structure, contributing to excellent texture and sensory evaluations. …”
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An Experimental Investigation on the Mechanical Properties including Strength and Flexural Toughness of Mortar Reinforced with Steel-Carbon Hybrid Fibers by Gwang-Hee Heo, Jong-Gun Park, Dong-Ju Seo, Hyung-Min Jun, Sung-Gon Koh

“…These results would be of great help in establishing the microstructural mechanism of hybrid reinforcing fibers in the cement matrix.…”
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Production of bioplastic films from wild cocoyam (Caladium bicolor) starch by Chinaza Faithfulness Enwere, Ikechukwu Stanley Okafor, Adekunle A. Adeleke, Nzerem Petrus, Khaleel Jakada, Adebayo Isaac Olosho, Peter P. Ikubanni, Prabhu Paramasivam, Salihu Ayuba

“…The bioplastics developed from various formulations, incorporating gelatin, glycerine, vegetable oil, and vinegar, were systematically evaluated for their mechanical, chemical, microstructural and biodegradability properties. …”
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Investigating carbide characteristics effect on multiscale mechanical behavior of AISI 420 steel using crystal plasticity simulation by Kegu Lu, Yadong Zhou, Soheil Solhjoo, Maysam Naghinejad, Redmer van Tijum, Yutao Pei, Jan Post

“…This study highlights the potential of the CP-RVE model as a tool for exploring macroscale behavior and studying the influence of microstructural features.…”
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Durability and Mechanical Analysis of Basalt Fiber Reinforced Metakaolin–Red Mud-Based Geopolymer Composites by Ouiame Chakkor

“…This results in a more compact and resilient microstructure. Using basalt fibers improves surface abrasion and impact resistance, which is advantageous for industrial flooring or infrastructure applications. …”
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Reinforced Concrete with Graphene Oxide: Techno-Economic Feasibility for Reduced Cement Usage and CO2 Emissions by D. Domínguez-Santos, P. Muñoz, J. O. Morales-Ferreiro, C. Acuña, D. E. Diaz-Droguett, Elvira Villaro

“…Concrete samples with varying GO contents underwent mechanical strength testing, as well as microstructural analysis including SEM, XPS, and Raman spectroscopy. …”
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Plasma electrolytic oxidation deposited HAp-Ta2O5 composite coatings on Ti6Al4V for biomedical applications: The importance of Ta2O5 reinforcing phase by Milad Hosseini, Jafar Khalil-Allafi, Mir Saman Safavi

“…The denser and rougher coatings were fabricated when 1.5 g/L of Ta2O5 nanoparticles were added to the solution. The favorable microstructural properties of the HAp-1.5 g/L Ta2O5 composite coating resulted in a notable improvement in the mechanical properties, i.e., >40% increase in both microhardness and bonding strength compared to HAp. …”
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Assessment of MgO and captured CO2 in deep mixing applications: Electrical properties and environmental impacts by Yizhao Liu, Songyu Liu, Guangyin Du, Yong Yang

“…Furthermore, CO2 sequestration in MgO-mixing columns is positively correlated with electrical resistivity, and the average anisotropy coefficient of 0.96 indicates good column uniformity. Microstructural analyses identify nesquehonite, dypingite/hydromagnesite, and magnesite as significant contributors to strength enhancement. …”
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High performance synthetic fiber-reinforced concrete mixed with nanoparticles: A proof-of-concept green railway sleeper product by Radhika Sridhar, Satjapan Leelatanon, Monthian Setkit, Thanongsak Imjai, Elhem Ghorbel, Boksun Kim

“…This paper investigates the effects of nanoparticles and fibers on the durability and microstructural properties of mortar and concrete, aiming to create a high-performance railway sleeper product as an alternative sustainable material in the market. …”

Transcriptomic and metabolomic analysis reveals hepatic lipid metabolism disruption in Japanese quail under polystyrene microplastics exposure by Xinxin Zhang, Lingyang Jing, Xiaoqing Pei, Qingyu Zhang, Hongfeng Zhao

“…This study underscored the importance of evaluating the chronic effects of microplastics on birds.…”
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Physical properties of Alaska pollock surimi gel as affected by emulsified level and heating rates by Van-Thi Nguyen, Emiko Okazaki

“…Physical variables such as color, water holding capacity (WHC), rheological characteristics, microstructural features, and physical attributes were used to evaluate the effects of electrical factors and oil particle dispersion on the gel qualities. …”
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Individualized surgical management of supratentorial hypertensive intracranial hemorrhage: a retrospective study using 3D Slicer and diffusion tensor imaging by Haifeng Lin, Haiyan Zhao, Jianmin Wang, Enqi Wu, Taiping An

“…Abstract Background This study aims to evaluate the outcomes of individualized surgical interventions tailored to patients with non-traumatic supratentorial intracranial hemorrhage. …”
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The effect of construction moisture content on the mechanical, shear and environmental characteristics of clay stabilized with cement and CS: A micro and macro study by Sansan Matajinimvar, Asskar Janalizadeh Choobbasti, Saman Soleimani Kutanaei

“…This study comprehensively investigated for the first time the simultaneous effects of moisture content, CS replacement ratio, and curing time on the engineering, microstructural, and environmental performance of stabilized soil. …”
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SPECIFIC DEGRADATION STRUCTURE FEATURES AND MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF FURNACE AND HEAT POWER EQUIPMENT ELEMENTS AFTER LONG-TERM OPERATION by F. I. Panteleenko, A. S. Snarsky, A. V. Krylenko

“…A scale of chrome and molybdenum steel microstructure degradation based on evaluation of  coagulated carbide size and material mechanical properties (a point from 0-operation without time limits, up to 4-operation prohibition) has been proposed in the paper. …”
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Effects of nano-SiO2 on sulfate attack resistance of multi-solid waste-based alkali-activated mortar by Jingjun Li, Shichao Wu, Yuxuan Shi, Yongbo Huang, Ying Tian, Duinkherjav Yagaanbuyant

“…In addition, both groups followed similar trends with increasing wet-dry cycling. Microstructural analysis further revealed that NS-modified specimens possessed a denser and more uniform microstructure than the unmodified ones, underscoring the critical role of NS in improving resistance to sulfate attack in the MAAM.…”
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Investigating the Influence of Mechanical Loads on Built-Up Edge Formation Across Different Length Scales at Diamond–Transition Metal Interfaces by Mazen S. Alghamdi, Mohammed T. Alamoudi, Rami A. Almatani, Meenakshisundaram Ravi Shankar

“…The corresponding inter-diffusion was examined by elucidating the phase evolution, element concentration profiles, and microstructure evolution via high-resolution TEM/Images equipped with an TEM/EDS system for elemental characterization.…”
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Impact of Pumice Substitution on Mortar Properties: A Case Study on Mechanical Performance and XRD Analysis by Pablo Julián López-Gonzalez, Rodrigo Vivar-Ocampo, Humberto Raymundo González-Moreno, Oscar Moreno-Vazquez, Efrén Meza-Ruíz, Sergio Aurelio Zamora-Castro, David Reyes-González, Joaquin Sangabriel-Lomeli

“…This research examines the mechanical behavior and microstructural features of alternative mortars in which pumice acts as a partial cement replacement. …”
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Corrosion characteristics of heat-treated biomedical grade 316L stainless steel in simulated body fluids by Ngeleshi Michel Kibambe, Babatunde Abiodun Obadele, Bukola Joseph Babalola, Ufoma Silas Anamu, Peter Apata Olubambi

“…To mitigate these concerns, heat treatment was employed to enhance the material's corrosion resistance by modifying its microstructure. Specimens underwent heat treatment at varying temperatures (1050–1200 °C) for 1 h, followed by rapid water cooling. …”
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Silica particulate dispersion during additive friction deposition in a metal matrix composite by Jessica J. Lopez, Malcolm B. Williams, Timothy W. Rushing, J. Brian Jordon, Paul G. Allison, Gregory B. Thompson

“…Furthermore, this variation in particulate evolution was found to be a useful marker in understanding the microstructure evolution through AFSD.…”
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Effect of Hawthorn Powder on Physical, Functional, and Sensory Characteristics of Set-Type Yogurt by Jingjing Wang, Zeyuan Kang, Lifei Tang, Wenpei Qiu, Yuxin Wang, Tao Zhang, Daodong Pan, Maolin Tu

“…Plant powders have exhibited great potential to enhance the antioxidant activity of yogurt. This study aims to evaluate the effects of hawthorn powder (1.0–3.0%, <i>w</i>/<i>w</i>) addition on the antioxidant activity and physical properties of set-type yogurt. …”
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