Wear Characterization and Coefficient of Friction Prediction Using a Convolutional Neural Network Model for Chromium-Coated SnSb11Cu6 Alloy by Mihail Kolev, Vladimir Petkov, Veselin Petkov, Rositza Dimitrova, Shaban Uzun, Boyko Krastev

“…The present study explores the electrodeposition of chromium coatings on SnSb11Cu6 alloys to improve their microstructural, mechanical, and tribological properties. …”
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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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Insight into the durability of concrete based on ultrafine ground granulated blast furnace slag, phosphogypsum, and steel slag by Xiao Huang, Junming Liao, Jinfang Zhang, Yingfu Wang, Qingge Feng

“…Sulfate corrosion in UFBC primarily produces needle-like ettringite (AFt), causing less microstructural damage than the gypsum crystals formed in PCBC and UBC. …”
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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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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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Synthesis of eco-friendly alkali-activated materials based on incineration by-products and cigarette filters: A Novel Approach to Address Cigarette Pollution by Hamza El Fadili, Mohammed Ben Ali, Azzedine Moussadik, Mohammed El Mahi, Md Naimur Rahman, El Mostapha Lotfi

“…Moreover, a slight enhancement in thermal insulation capacity was observed (up to ∼9.28%). The microstructural analyses, encompassing XRD, FT-IR, and SEM/EDX examinations, revealed the formation of geopolymeric gels N-A-S-H and C-A-S-H in all specimens. …”
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Metformin attenuates osteoclast-mediated abnormal subchondral bone remodeling and alleviates osteoarthritis via AMPK/NF-κB/ERK signaling pathway. by Haohui Guo, Dong Ding, Limei Wang, Jiangbo Yan, Long Ma, Qunhua Jin, Qunhua Jin

“…At 4- and 8-week post OA induction, micro-computed tomography was performed to analyze microstructural changes in the subchondral bone, hematoxylin and eosin staining and Safranin-O/Fast Green staining were performed to evaluate the degenerated cartilage, TRAP-stained osteoclasts were enumerated, and receptor activator of nuclear factor κB ligand (RANKL), AMPK, and NF-κB were detected using immunohistochemistry. …”
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Corrigendum: A study on the effects of hybrid (SIC- PSSA) nano sized reinforcement on mechanical and tribological behaviour of Al alloy-based metal matrix composite produced by ult... by Nagaraju Tenali, G Ganesan, P Ravindra Babu

“…The optical and SEM microstructural analyses demonstrated an even distribution of SiC and PSSA nanosize reinforcements within the matrix. …”
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Microvascular heterogeneity exploration in core and invasive zones of orthotopic rat glioblastoma via ultrasound localization microscopy by Xing Hu, Gaobo Zhang, Yong Wang, Xiandi Zhang, Rong Xie, Xin Liu, Hong Ding

“…ULM demonstrated higher microstructural resolution compared to micro-CT and a nonsignificant difference compared to scanning electron microscopy. …”
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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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Impact of glucose metabolism on myocardial fibrosis and inflammation in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy: a cardiac MR study by Xin Peng, Xin Peng, Huaibi Huo, Zhengkai Zhao, Qiuyi Cai, Jiangyu Tian, Dandan Yang, Yao Song, Yuheng Huang, Zhuoan Li, Jin Gao

“…This retrospective study aimed to evaluate myocardial microstructural alterations, particularly fibrosis and subclinical inflammation, in HCM patients across glycemic statuses using multiparametric cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR). …”
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Kenaf/basalt fiber-reinforced epoxy matrix hybrid composites: Current trends, challenges, and future prospects in advanced material development by Palanivendhan Murugadoss, Ashish Verma, Suhas Ballal, Vijay J. Upadhye, Krishna Kumar Shukla, Priyadarshi Das, Kamakshi Priya K

“…This study aims to develop and evaluate hybrid polymer composites reinforced with kenaf and basalt fibers, focusing on enhancing mechanical strength, thermal stability, structural integrity, and antibacterial effectiveness. …”
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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

“…The objective is to evaluate the synergistic performance enhancement achievable through hybridization of synthetic and natural fibers in a layered architecture. …”
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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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Regional network covariance patterns of white matter integrity related to cardiorespiratory fitness in healthy aging by Samantha G. Smith, Samantha G. Smith, Pradyumna K. Bharadwaj, Pradyumna K. Bharadwaj, David A. Raichlen, David A. Raichlen, Matthew D. Grilli, Matthew D. Grilli, Matthew D. Grilli, Jessica R. Andrews-Hanna, Jessica R. Andrews-Hanna, Georg A. Hishaw, Matthew J. Huentelman, Matthew J. Huentelman, Matthew J. Huentelman, Theodore P. Trouard, Theodore P. Trouard, Theodore P. Trouard, Gene E. Alexander, Gene E. Alexander, Gene E. Alexander, Gene E. Alexander, Gene E. Alexander, Gene E. Alexander

“…Cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF), measured by VO2max, is an indicator of vascular functioning that can influence the integrity of brain microstructural white matter tracts in aging. How CRF is related to regional patterns of white matter bundles for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) diffusion metrics (axial diffusivity, AD; radial diffusivity, RD; mean diffusivity, MD; fractional anisotropy, FA) has been less studied. …”
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Morphofunctional efficacy of Phyllanthus amarus alkaloid extract on semen quality, hormonal profile and gonadal histomorphometric status in Plasmodium berghei-induced mice by Evelyn Tarela Ojugbeli, Solomon Ugochukwu Okom, Bartholomew Chukwuebuka Nwogueze, Pere-Ebi Yabrade Toloyai, Innocent Onyesom

“…Data from our study revealed that Plasmodium berghei malaria-induced infection significantly (p<0.05) increased testicular hormones of testosterone and luteinizing hormone levels were significantly (p<0.05) reduced, semen quality were compromised and the microstructural architecture of the testes were distorted. …”
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