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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Thermal Conductivity of Sustainable Earthen Materials Stabilized by Natural and Bio-Based Polymers: An Experimental and Statistical Analysis by Rizwan Shoukat, Marta Cappai, Giorgio Pia, Tadeusz Kubaszek, Roberto Ricciu, Łukasz Kolek, Luca Pilia

“…A scanning electron microscope was employed to examine the microstructure of bio-stabilized earthen materials from the samples. …”
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Performance enhancement and mechanism analysis of low-carbon cement-stabilized macadam based on vibratory mixing method by Mengzhen Zhao, Hao Liu, Quanlei Wang, Mingbin Wang, Zhongda Chen, Xuancang Wang

“…The microstructure and cement dispersion uniformity in CSM were analyzed via SEM and EDTA testing. …”
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Improving mechanical performance and reducing CO2 emissions of cement-based composites via one-step synthesis of highly dispersed flake g-C3N4 by Jiaqian Pang, Yangrui Wang, Lingjie Jiang, Haijie He, Bin Wang, Yufei Gao

“…The highly dispersible F-CN is more favorable for accelerating cement hydration and refining the microstructure. Compared with the control and B-CN groups, F-CN increases the 28-day compressive strength of cement paste specimens by 8.65 % and 16.90 %, respectively. …”
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Effect of double aging treatment on the tribological properties of 15-5PH coating on 17-4PH stainless steel by laser cladding by Hongxi Chen, Yanbin Du, Qiang Liang, Wensheng Ma, Jian Tu

“…The effects of both the first and second aging processes on the phase, microstructure, microhardness, and wear resistance of the cladded layer are investigated. …”
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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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Biocompatible Inorganic PVD <i>Me</i>SiON Thin Films (<i>Me</i> = Cr or Zr) Used to Enhance the Bond Strength Between NiCr-Based Metallic Frameworks and Ceramic in Dental Restorati... by Mihaela Dinu, Cosmin Mihai Cotrut, Alina Vladescu (Dragomir), Florin Baciu, Anca Constantina Parau, Iulian Pana, Lidia Ruxandra Constantin, Catalin Vitelaru

“…The coating adhesion was evaluated by using standardized scratch testing, while the bond strength was evaluated using a three-point bending test. …”
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Characterization of Biocalcium Microparticles from Saltwater Crocodile (<i>Crocodylus porosus</i>) Bone and Their Potential for Enhancing Fish Bologna Quality by Theeraphol Senphan, Natthapong Mungmueang, Supatra Karnjanapratum, Sutee Wangtueai, Akkasit Jongjareonrak, Suthasinee Yarnpakdee

“…The resulting bone powder was evaluated for physicochemical, microbiological, and molecular properties. …”
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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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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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Development and Characterization of Thermal Protection Gels for Steel Pipelines Transporting Combustible Materials by Jing Li, Jianhua Gong, Jun Shen, Kege Yang, Longhua Tan, Haoyuan Li, Jinlong Zhao

“…Subsequently, water retention, thermal stability and the microstructure of these formulations were analyzed. Finally, the thermal protection performance of the gel formulations was evaluated under the direct impingement of flames or high-temperature smoke. …”
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Electro-discharge deposition of zinc powder on 316L stainless steel: Synthesis, deposition rate, and characterization by Elhuseini Garba, Ahmad Majdi Abdul-Rani, Abdul Azeez Abdu Aliyu, Aliyu Ruwaida, Saad Ali

“…Surface morphology, microstructure and coating thickness were examined through field-emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM) and scanning electron microscope (SEM). …”
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Effect of guar gum as a stabilizer on the physicochemical, textural, and sensory characteristics of liquid Kashk (a traditional dairy product) by Maryam Ghaderi-Ghahfarokhi, Roya Mohammadnezhad, Mehdi Zarei, Mohammad Sadegh Arab

“…Scanning electron microscopy revealed that guar gum promoted a more compact microstructure and reduced pore size in ILK. Sensory evaluations revealed that all formulations maintained acceptable color and appearance throughout storage, with no adverse effects on taste or odor attributable to adding guar gum. …”
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Preparation and characterization of biodegradable flexible polyurethane foam containing acetylated tapioca starch and Castor oil by Mohammad Reza Abdollahi Moghaddam, Maryam Mahdavi, Adel Beigbabaee, Mohsen Heidary, Mohammad Ali Hesarinejad

“…These foams incorporated acetylated tapioca starch as a filler and castor oil, and their properties were evaluated. Experiments assessed how varying concentrations of acetylated starch (0, 15, 30, 45, and 60 wt%) and castor oil (0, 10, 20, and 30 wt%) affected the foams’ density, tensile properties, compression set, moisture absorption, biodegradability, and microstructure. …”
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Performance of engineered cementitious composites containing high volume of ceramic powder and magnetized water by Khalid A. Eltawil, Mostafa M. Keshta, Mohamed M. Yousry Elshikh, Waleed E. El-Demerdash, Osama Youssf

“…Several fresh and hardened properties of ECC mixtures were measured, including workability, compressive strength, and water absorption. Microstructure analyses were also conducted on selected ECC mixes to closely investigate the effect of the applied variables. …”
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Structural and magneto-elastic properties of samarium doped cobalt–nickel ferrite ceramics obtained by spark plasma sintering by Mario German Ibuado, Renee Joselin Sáenz-Hernández, Carlos Roberto Santillan-Rodriguez, Jose Andres Matutes-Aquino, María Cristina Grijalva-Castillo

“…The composition, structure, and microstructure of the nanoparticles and pellets were characterized by different techniques such as X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, and transmission electron microscopy. …”
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Impact of Freezing and Freeze Drying on <i>Lactobacillus rhamnosus</i> GG Survival: Mechanisms of Cell Damage and the Role of Pre-Freezing Conditions and Cryoprotectants by Junyan Wang, Peng Wu, Sushil Dhital, Aibing Yu, Xiao Dong Chen

“…Although numerous studies have investigated the effectiveness of various protective agents in mitigating environmental stresses on bacterial cells and improving their survival during freeze drying, there is limited understanding of how freezing parameters impact the process by influencing ice crystal formation and bacterial cell microstructure. Therefore, this study systematically evaluates the effects of freeze-thawing and freeze-drying processes on the survival and metabolic activity of LGG. …”
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Porosity of Geopolymers Using Complementary Techniques of Image Analysis and Physical Adsorption of Gases by Carlos A. Rosas-Casarez, Ramón Corral-Higuera, Susana P. Arredondo-Rea, José M. Gómez-Soberón, Manuel J. Chinchillas-Chinchillas, Margarita Rodríguez-Rodríguez, Manuel J. Pellegrini-Cervantes, Jesús M. Bernal-Camacho

“…It was observed that GM_FA_325 has the lowest total porosity, resulting in a denser and more compact microstructure, which is a key factor in its mechanical performance and potential applications as an eco-friendly construction material for coatings and precast elements such as blocks, panels, and similar products. …”
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Intravenous Administration of sRNA Nanoparticles for Treatment of Osteoporosis in Mice by Xuemeng Mu, Xinyi Du, Huitian Han, Fei Liu, Zhifa Zheng, Jing Hao, Lijin Liu, Su Liu, Ze Wei, Changfa Huang, Annan Liang, Wei Zou, Lina Zhao, Zhihong Wu, Jia Zhang

“…In OVX mice, LNP-sRNA significantly improved bone mineral density (BMD), trabecular microstructure, and biomechanical strength. Safety assessments revealed no systemic toxicity. …”
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Effect of Low-salt Curing on the Quality of Crisp Grass Carp after Freeze-thaw Treatment by Xiaoqi ZHUANG, Qiaoyu LIU, Zeqian LIN, Yanyan YAO, Min QIAN, Xiangluan LI, Weidong BAI, Hao DONG

“…Following a 24 h freezing period, water-holding capacity, color, lipid oxidation, carbonyl content, total sulfhydryl content, SDS-PAGE profiles, microstructure, and myofibrillar protein structure were evaluated. …”
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