Mechanically Robust Mesoporous UiO‐66‐NH2/Nanofibrous Aerogel for Organophosphonates Detoxification by Mai O. Abdelmigeed, Muhammed Ziauddin Ahmad Ebrahim, Vahid Rahmanian, John J. Mahle, Gregory W. Peterson, Saad A. Khan, Gregory N. Parsons

“…The mesoporous MOF promotes efficient diffusion, and the aerogel matrix provides a high‐surface‐area platform for spill containment. …”
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Simulation of stochastic transport and deposition of seed runaway electrons during disruption mitigation by Yuxiang Sun, Bo Li, Feng Wang, Di Hu, Yue Yuan, Long Cheng, Yuhao Li, the JOREK Team

“…We also examine their timescale of loss and compare it with that of the RE avalanche to estimate the efficiency of stochastic RE depletion during the mitigation process. …”
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Integration of Edge-Lit Quantum Dot Coated Lightguides in Soft Smart Surfaces by Ravi Kishore, Jan Audenaert, Frederick Bossuyt, Pieter Bauwens, Bjorn Vandecasteele, Youri Meuret

“…These offer saturated colors but face challenges in cost, brightness, efficiency, and durability. Backlight-based technologies, such as edge-lit planar lightguides, provide a mature alternative. …”
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Photosynthesis of polypyyrole/ZnFe2O4-WO3 nanocomposite for biodiesel production by Chou-Yi Hsu, Zaid H. Mahmoud, Nargiza Kamolova, Khursheed Muzammil, Forat H. Alsultany, Salah Hassan Zain Al-Abdeen, Ehsan Kianfar

“…The nanocomposite catalyst appeared high activity for esterification of olive oil creating from the increasing the diffusion between the reactant and product. Furthermore, the prepared nanocomposite catalyst could be easily recovered and efficiently reused for many times without considerable loss in its activity, also appeared results showed that PPy/ZnFe2O4-WO3 nanocomposite could be employed for the suitable and rapid biodiesel production. …”
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Elucidating the electrochemical behavior and reaction pathway of 1,4-Dioxane: An integrated experimental and simulation approach by Milad Torabfam, Huize Xue, Francis Osonga, Omowunmi Sadik

“…1,4-Dioxane, a potential human carcinogen, poses significant environmental challenges as a contaminant in water resources, and the efficient degradation of this compound is crucial for successfully optimizing its electrochemical removal. …”
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Spray-Drying Microencapsulation of Grape Pomace Extracts with Alginate-Based Coatings and Bioaccessibility of Phenolic Compounds by Josipa Martinović, Rita Ambrus, Mirela Planinić, Gabriela Perković, Gordana Šelo, Ana-Marija Klarić, Ana Bucić-Kojić

“…In this study, the encapsulation efficiency (<i>EE</i>), physicochemical properties and in vitro bioaccessibility of phenolic compounds from spray-dried encapsulated phenol-rich extracts of grape pomace, a winery waste, were evaluated. …”
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Construction of PdCu Alloy Decorated on the N-Doped Carbon Aerogel as a Highly Active Electrocatalyst for Enhanced Oxygen Reduction Reaction by Yangxin Bai, Wenke Hao, Aleeza Altaf, Jiaxin Lu, Liu Liu, Chuanyong Zhu, Xindi Gu, Xiaodong Wu, Xiaodong Shen, Sheng Cui, Xiangbao Chen

“…The three-dimensional carbon aerogel-based porous structures provide diffusion channels for oxygen molecules, excellent electrical conductivity, and abundant ORR reaction sites. …”
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Performance Evaluation of a Solar-Assisted Multistage Heat Pump Drying System Based on the Optimal Drying Conditions for <i>Solanum lycopersicum</i> L. by Yimin Tang, Xiaoqiong Li, Peng Xu, Junling Yang, Zhentao Zhang, Ruixiang Wang, Dandan Zhao, Ramadan Elgamal

“…In conclusion, the multi-stage solar-assisted heat pump drying system demonstrates superior performance in energy efficiency and sustainability compared to single-stage systems. …”
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Recent advancements and sustainable solutions in adsorption-based cooling systems integrated with renewable energy sources and industrial waste heat: A review by Sumit Kumar Singh, Dibakar Rakshit, K Ravi Kumar, Anurag Agarwal

“…A system having numerous beds offers a continual cooling effect and having minimal dead mass operates more efficiently. Combining all the contributing elements listed above provides superior outcomes and efficient performance for adsorption cooling systems. …”
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High hydrogen permeation resistance achieved in a novel (AlCrZr)O ternary oxide nanofilm by Liyu Zheng, Zhongyang Zheng, Youwei Yan, Xinyun Wang, Heping Li

“…The amorphous layer without grain boundaries complicated the hydrogen diffusion pathways and effectively increased the hydrogen resistance. …”
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Hydrothermal Synthesis of Nanocomposites Combining Tungsten Trioxide and Zinc Oxide Nanosheet Arrays for Improved Photocatalytic Degradation of Organic Dye by Chien-Yie Tsay, Tao-Ying Hsu, Gang-Juan Lee, Chin-Yi Chen, Yu-Cheng Chang, Jing-Heng Chen, Jerry J. Wu

“…Among them, the WO 0.5/ZnO 2.0 sample showed the highest photocatalytic efficiency. Furthermore, it exhibited excellent recyclability and high photodegradation stability over three cycles.…”
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Synthesis and Characterization of a Novel Sol–Gel-Derived Ni-Doped TiO₂ Photocatalyst for Rapid Visible Light-Driven Mineralization of Paracetamol by Nicola Morante, Katia Monzillo, Vincenzo Vaiano, Zukhra C. Kadirova, Diana Sannino

“…The catalysts were characterized through Raman spectroscopy, UV–Vis diffuse reflectance spectroscopy (UV–Vis DRS), and surface area measurements. …”
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Substitution of Sr into the Na Layer Elevates the High Voltage Stability of O3‐Type NaCrO2 as Sodium‐Ion Battery Cathode by Gwangeon Oh, Yunjae Oh, Shivam Kansara, Heesung Shin, Hyokyeong Kang, Tae‐Hoon Kim, Dominic Bresser, Jang‐Yeon Hwang

“…Na/Na+), the optimal substitution level of 4 mol% substantially suppresses the extent of irreversible phase transition of O3‐NCO; as a result, compared to O3‐NCO, the O3‐type Na0.92Sr0.04CrO2 (O3‐NS4CO) cathode demonstrates the superior discharge capacity with stable Coulombic efficiency, long‐term cycling stability, and advanced power capability. …”
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Development of the electrospun membranes based on quaternized polysulfones with performance and functionality in hemodialysis by Anca Filimon, Diana Serbezeanu, Mihaela D. Onofrei, Irina M. Pelin, Oana Dumbrava, Dana M. Suflet, Lavinia Lupa

“…Toxin removal was initially dominated by diffusion mechanisms, gradually transitioning to adsorption over time. …”
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“I would be very proud to be part of an initiative that didn’t exclude people because it was hard”: mapping and contextualising health equity responsibilities and decision-making t... by Tristan Bouckley, David Peiris, Devaki Nambiar, Samuel Prince, Sallie-Anne Pearson, Gill Schierhout

“…We also identified six critical decision-making tensions that influenced health equity prioritisation during early implementation, reflecting participants’ perceptions that health equity prioritisation was in conflict with attention to other priorities. These were equity-efficiency; localisation-capacity for health equity; diffuse responsibilities-enforceability; invisible-vocal sub-populations; and health equity-sustainable business models for private providers. …”
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Liposome-Based Encapsulation of Extract from Wild Thyme (<i>Thymus serpyllum</i> L.) Tea Processing Residues for Delivery of Polyphenols by Aleksandra A. Jovanović, Bojana Balanč, Predrag M. Petrović, Natalija Čutović, Smilja B. Marković, Verica B. Djordjević, Branko M. Bugarski

“…The effect of different lipid compositions on encapsulation efficiency (EE), particle size, polydispersity index (PDI), zeta potential, stability, thermal properties, diffusion coefficient, and diffusion resistance of the liposomes was investigated. …”
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Natural Fiber@MXene‐Engineered Chitosan Aerogels: Thermodynamic‐Transport Synergy for Solar‐Driven Hypersaline Interfacial Evaporation by Qin Su, Haidi Wu, Suyang Hou, Liping Ye, Yifan Feng, Longjuan Lu, Biwang Pan, Wancheng Gu, Longcheng Tang, Xuewu Huang, Huaiguo Xue, Jiefeng Gao

“…Both experimental results and COMSOL multiphysics simulations systematically demonstrate that hierarchical pore channels enhance water transport, improve solar‐thermal/environmental energy synergy, and promote the downward diffusion of concentrated ions from the evaporation surface, achieving an evaporation rate up to 4.40 kg m−2 h−1 with efficient salt rejection. …”
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Soil microbial dynamics in response to the impact of nanoparticles on agricultural implications by Dipayan Das, Birson Ingti, Payel Paul, Jaya Pati Jamatia, Toi Ete, Tasqeen Khan, Jinkee Kalita

“…Abstract Nanotechnology is revolutionising agriculture by enhancing crop productivity, nutrient efficiency, and pest management while promoting sustainability. …”
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VIS-NIR-SWIR spectroscopic mapping for classification of hydrothermal-metasomatic alterations on the flanks of the Stolbovoe uranium deposit (Eastern Cis-Sayan) by E. N. Karmanov, N. V. Ledeneva, V. A. Rassulov, A. V. Tomashev

“…The instrument was used to measure diffuse reflectance spectra in the Ultraviolet-Visible-Short-Wave Infrared (UV-Vis-SWIR) ranges; the composition of various mineral phases was determined using the TSGVersion 7 database and software.Results. …”
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Glucocorticosteroids and Postradiation Macular Edema: Rationale for Choice of Therapy and Efficacy of Use by I. E. Panova, A. A. Bikhovsky, E. V. Samkovich, E. M. Svistunova

“…Early diagnosis of PMO, as well as the use of intravitreal dexamethasone implant (“Ozurdex”) determines high efficiency of treatment and maximum visual rehabilitation of patients.…”
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