Development of a Fast and Efficient Strategy Based on Nanomagnetic Materials to Remove Polystyrene Spheres from the Aquatic Environment by Yésica Vicente-Martínez, Irene Soler-García, Manuel Hernández-Córdoba, Ignacio López-García, Rosa Penalver

“…Microplastics contamination is growing globally, being a risk for different environmental compartments including animals and humans. …”
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Enhancing heat recovery efficiency in chimney exhaust systems using thermoelectric generators – Thermal modeling and parametric analysis by Obeida Farhat, Mahmoud Khaled, Jalal Faraj, Khaled Chahine, Farouk Hachem, Cathy Castelain

“…In order to investigate the impact of placing the thermoelectric generators at different locations, simplified thermal resistance modeling was performed. …”
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Fungal functional metabolism succession contributes to product efficiency during co-composting of domestic garbage and cow manure by Cece Qiao, Libin Bao, Qinjuan Zhang, Xie Yiqin, Lantian Ren, Wenge Wu, Wenge Wu, Jianfei Wang

“…The present study investigated composting efficiency and the underlying fungal mechanisms associated with different domestic garbage amendments using industrial-scale aerobic composting. …”
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Current Situation of Agricultural Water Resource Utilization and Technology Path for the Efficient Regulation Rainwater Resources in Southwestern China by Yuhai Bao, Xiubin He, Feihu Yin, Qiao Wu, Daozhi Gong, Ningbo Cui

“…This is due to a lack of integration among natural water systems, artificial water networks, and rainwater harvesting projects on slopes, which hinders the efficient allocation of water resources across different periods and regions. …”
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Efficiency of four types of biochar to improve soil properties and decrease soil detachment in vulnerable hillslopes to rill erosion by Fateme Sedaghatkish, Safoora Asadi Kapourchal, Misagh Parhizkar

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Can cropping systems be energy efficient: Performance measure for various rice-based cropping systems in peninsular India by Shiladitya Dey, Kumar Abbhishek, Suman Saraswathibatla, Jayanarayanan Kuttippurath, Piyush Kumar Singh, Debabrata Das

“…We have used the Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) model to measure the technical efficiency and estimate the potential energy inputs saving under different cropping systems. …”
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Short-lived organic nitrates in a suburban temperate forest: an indication of efficient assimilation of reactive nitrogen by the biosphere? by S. T. Andersen, R. Sander, P. Dewald, L. Wüst, T. Seubert, G. N. T. E. Türk, J. Schuladen, M. R. McGillen, C. Xue, A. Mellouki, A. Mellouki, A. Kukui, V. Michoud, M. Cirtog, M. Cazaunau, A. Bauville, H. Bouzidi, P. Formenti, C. Denjean, J.-C. Etienne, O. Garrouste, C. Cantrell, J. Lelieveld, J. N. Crowley

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Maximizing Energy Efficiency in IRS-Assisted Phase Cooperative PS-SWIPT-Based Self-Sustainable IoT Network by Haleema Sadia, Ahmad Kamal Hassan, Ziaul Haq Abbas, Ghulam Abbas, Thar Baker, Nasir Saeed

“…To overcome this challenge, intelligent reflecting surfaces (IRSs) have recently been introduced in IoT networks to improve network efficiency by controlling signal reflections. In this article, we propose a novel IRS-enabled phase cooperative framework that aims to maximize the energy efficiency (EE) of the PS-SWIPT based SS-IoT network. …”
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A data driven approach to classify descriptors based on their efficiency in translating noisy trajectories into physically-relevant information by Simone Martino, Domiziano Doria, Chiara Lionello, Matteo Becchi, Giovanni M Pavan

“…Here we report a data-driven approach that allows to compare the efficiency of different types of descriptors in extracting information from noisy trajectories and translating them into physically-relevant information. …”
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An efficient approach for mathematical modeling and parameter estimation of PEM fuel based on Young’s double-slit experiment algorithm by Basma S. Alqadi, Deema Mohammed Alsekait, Mohamed F. Issa, Essam H. Houssein, Fatma H. Ismail, Mokhtar Said, Nour Mostafa, Fahmi Elsayed

“…Furthermore, the YDSE algorithm exhibits faster convergence, reaching optimal solutions in fewer iterations than other methods, thereby enhancing computational efficiency. The proposed YSDE is validated in three different PEMFC stack configurations, using standard performance indicators such as the sum of squared errors (SSE), standard deviation (SD), and Friedman rank (FRK). …”
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Reproductive Efficiency of Low-Fertility Dairy Cows Submitted to Presynch-Ovsynch or Double-Ovsynch Scheme for First Service by Luis Gustavo Delamanha Mendonça, Kenneth Wronka, Guy Fridkovski, Todd Bilby, Jeffrey Stevenson

“…Reproductive efficiency has a major impact on the profitability of dairy operations. …”
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Long-term investigation of pollutant removal efficiency in two constructed wetlands for wastewater treatment and reuse in urban areas by Davide Farruggia, Davide Farruggia, Mario Licata, Claudio Leto, Giovanni Urso, Francesco Salamone, Cristina Sousa Coutinho Calheiros

“…This paper presents a long-term study conducted on two pilot-scale horizontal subsurface flow (HSSF) CWs located in two different towns of Sicily (Italy). The main aims were to compare the pollutant removal efficiency (RE) of two HSSF CWs treating urban wastewater and to assess the effect of treated wastewater (TWW) reuse on bermudagrass [Cynodon dactylon (L.) …”
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Design and Performance Analysis of a Composite Separator with Enhanced De-Bonding Efficiency of Gas Hydrate-Bearing Sediments by Xing Fang, Yufa He, Zhong Li, Guorong Wang, Shunzuo Qiu

“…In the marine natural gas hydrate solid-fluidization mining process, current separation devices are insufficient in de-bonding the hydrate cementation between sand particles, affecting the hydrate collection efficiency. To address this issue, a composite separator was designed in this study that is used to restrict the axial movement of cemented particles, thereby achieving the goal of enhanced de-bonding efficiency. …”
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Effect of Plant Characteristics and Within-Plant Distribution of Prey on Colonization Efficiency of Cryptolaemus montrouzieri (Coleoptera: Coccinellidae) Adults by Folukemi Adedipe, Yong-Lak Park

“…This study was conducted to investigate colonization and establishment efficiency of C. montrouzieri to manage P. longispinus on three different ornamental plant species (Ficus elastica, Lilium longiflorum, and Dieffenbachia seguine). …”
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The efficiency of Paecilomyce farinosus as biocontrol to larve stage on second ad sixith instar larve of Trogoderma granarium (Everts) by Baghdad Science Journal

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Analysis of the Effect of Eco-Efficiency on Asset Return in Food and Beverage Manufacturing Companies Listed at the Johannesburg Stock Exchange by Dimakatso Hellen Malapa, Collins C. Ngwakwe

“… This article examines the effect of eco-efficiency on corporate return on assets (ROA). The paper aimed to analyse whether corporate eco-efficiency performance (represented by energy consumption, water consumption, carbon emission and waste generation) affects the performance of ROA. …”
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PRODUCTIVITY EFFICIENCY OF SOME DURUM WHEAT (T.durum DESF). IN THE NON IRRIGATION CONDITIONS IN THE MEDDLE REGION OF SYRIA by Emad AL- Khattab

“…The overall aim of this research was to Study the productivity efficiency of some durum wheat entries in the meddle region of Syria (Zone 2). …”
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Impact of Integrated Virtual and Live Nurse Triage on Patient Care Seeking and Health Care Delivery Effectiveness and Efficiency by George A. Gellert, Paula Galvão, Sandra Maria Gomes, Diogo Almeida Carvalho, Tim Price, Aleksandra Kabat-Karabon, Gabriel L. Gellert, Piotr M. Orzechowski

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Light/Dark Cycle Lighting Influences Growth and Energy Use Efficiency of Hydroponic Lettuces in an LED Plant Factory by Wen Li, Luming Zhong, Xiang Ji, Jun Wang, Dongxian He

“…In this study, we examined the effects of different light/dark cycles on the photosynthetic performance, growth, and energy use efficiency of two hydroponic lettuce cultivars (<i>Lactuca sativa</i> L. cv. …”
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Integrating Process Simulation and Life Cycle Assessment for Enhanced Process Efficiency and Reduced Environmental Impact in Ferromanganese Production by Trine A. Larssen, Vincent Canaguier, Markus A. Reuter, Eli Ringdalen

“…Process simulation was integrated with life cycle assessment to evaluate process efficiency and environmental impact of the production of manganese ferroalloys for various production modes and different ore mineralogies. …”
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