TiO2 nanotubes as enhanced electrocatalytic oxygen evolution reaction catalyst for water splitting in alkaline medium by V.S. Jim Abish, A. Charles Hepzy Roy, D. Jonas Davidson, D. Henry Raja, P. Sakthivel

“…Optical studies using UV–Vis diffuse reflectance and photoluminescence spectra also showed that changing the anodization voltage changes the band gap and the way electron-hole pairs recombine. …”
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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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Functionalized recycled polyethylene terephthalate plastic by rare earth oxide for electronic device and housing infrastructure applications by Amr Antar, Medhat A. Ibrahim, M. M. Maghawry, Nasser Ayoub, Ahmed I. Ali, Dongwhi Choi, Jong Yeog Son, Galal H. Ramzy

“…Optical analysis using diffuse reflectance UV–Vis spectroscopy showed a reduction in the band gap from 3.75 eV for pure RPET to 2.25 eV in 8wt.% doped samples, indicating enhanced optical properties. …”
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A novel experimental approach to achieve optical properties of algae panels improving visual-thermal comfort in office buildings by Fatemeh Delkhosh, Mohammadjavad Mahdavinejad, Ali Goharian, Christian Hepf, Thomas Auer

“…The novelty of this research lies in highlighting a specific framework to obtain the most accurate optical properties in simulation techniques, including specular transmittance, specular reflectance, diffuse transmittance, and diffuse reflectance. Additionally, it addresses simulation troubleshooting and the lack of information in previous research while simplifying changes in algae concentration. …”
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Visible-light-driven photocatalytic synthesis of methyl oleate using TiO₂/Fe₂O₃ with process optimization and scale-up: A path toward a drop-in sustainable fuel approach by S. Chandhinipriya, J. Ranjitha

“…The synthesized TiO2/Fe2O3 (TF) nanocomposites were characterized using various analytical techniques, including DRS, XRD, FE-SEM-EDAX, TEM, and XPS. Diffuse reflectance spectroscopy (DRS) revealed that TiO2/Fe2O3 exhibits good photocatalytic properties, with a band gap of 2.2 eV, driven by visible light, thereby supporting a visible-light-driven photocatalytic reaction. …”
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Interfacial coupling heterostructure between transition metal oxide and calcium oxide with excellent sunlight-driven photocatalytic activity by Thanit Tangcharoen

“…These photocatalysts present a narrowed band gap and enhanced ratio of surface to volume, and these factors, along with the heterostructure formation of the modified photocatalysts can lead to better photocatalytic performance. …”
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Two decades of nutrient dynamics in Polish rivers: Long-term trends in nitrogen and phosphorus by Paweł Marcinkowski, Ignacy Kardel, Marek Giełczewski, Mikołaj Piniewski

“…Comparisons with trends reported in Northern and Central-Eastern Europe reveal similar trajectories, highlighting common successes in phosphorus management and persistent challenges in controlling diffuse nitrogen pollution. This study addresses a significant knowledge gap regarding the dynamics of nutrient concentrations in Polish rivers, offering valuable insights for the development of more targeted and effective nutrient management policies.…”
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Gauging NOTCH1 Activation in Cancer Using Immunohistochemistry. by Michael J Kluk, Todd Ashworth, Hongfang Wang, Birgit Knoechel, Emily F Mason, Elizabeth A Morgan, David Dorfman, Geraldine Pinkus, Oliver Weigert, Jason L Hornick, Lucian R Chirieac, Michelle Hirsch, David J Oh, Andrew P South, Irene M Leigh, Celine Pourreyron, Andrew J Cassidy, Daniel J Deangelo, David M Weinstock, Ian E Krop, Deborah Dillon, Jane E Brock, Alexander J F Lazar, Myron Peto, Raymond J Cho, Alexander Stoeck, Brian B Haines, Sriram Sathayanrayanan, Scott Rodig, Jon C Aster

“…Fixed, paraffin-embedded (FPE) tissues are a potentially rich resource for studying the role of NOTCH1 in cancer and other pathologies, but tests that reliably detect activated NOTCH1 (NICD1) in FPE samples have been lacking. Here, we bridge this gap by developing an immunohistochemical (IHC) stain that detects a neoepitope created by the proteolytic cleavage event that activates NOTCH1. …”
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Deepfake Media Forensics: Status and Future Challenges by Irene Amerini, Mauro Barni, Sebastiano Battiato, Paolo Bestagini, Giulia Boato, Vittoria Bruni, Roberto Caldelli, Francesco De Natale, Rocco De Nicola, Luca Guarnera, Sara Mandelli, Taiba Majid, Gian Luca Marcialis, Marco Micheletto, Andrea Montibeller, Giulia Orrù, Alessandro Ortis, Pericle Perazzo, Giovanni Puglisi, Nischay Purnekar, Davide Salvi, Stefano Tubaro, Massimo Villari, Domenico Vitulano

“…By exploring both the strengths and limitations of current methodologies, we highlight critical research gaps and propose directions for future advancements to ensure media integrity and trustworthiness in an era increasingly dominated by synthetic media.…”
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Addressing the environmental sustainability of plastics used in agriculture: a multi-actor perspective by Valentina E. Tartiu, Rachel Hurley, Cecilie Baann, Demetres Briassoulis, Evelia Schettini, Fabiana Convertino, Bernard Le Moine, Adalgisa Martinelli, Luc Vernet, Sissel B. Ranneklev, Violette Geissen, Esperanza Huerta Lwanga, Nicolas Beriot, Defu He, Richard H. Thompson, Giulia Carcasci, Luca Nizzetto

“…This analysis highlights knowledge gaps, demands and perspectives for the sustainable future use of AP. …”
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Genome-wide long non-coding RNA expression profile and its regulatory role in the ileocecal valve from Mycobacterium avium subsp. paratuberculosis-infected cattle by Gerard Badia-Bringué, Victoria Asselstine, Ángela Cánovas, Marta Alonso-Hearn

“…LncRNA differential expression (DE) analysis performed with DESeq2 allowed the identification of 1, 6, and 2 DE lncRNAs in the comparisons of cows with focal lesions versus (vs) controls, diffuse lesions vs. controls, and diffuse vs. focal lesions, respectively. …”
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A Nanomechanical Investigation of Engineered Bone Tissue Comparing Elastoplastic and Viscoelastoplastic Modeling by Marco Boi, Gregorio Marchiori, Maria Sartori, Francesca Salamanna, Gabriela Graziani, Alessandro Russo, Andrea Visani, Mauro Girolami, Milena Fini, Michele Bianchi

“…The VEP model outlined a wider gap between the mechanical properties of native and regenerated tissue when compared to the OP model. …”
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Tailoring CuO-Fe₂O₃ nanocomposites via mechanochemical synthesis and calcination for efficient photocatalytic fluorescein removal by Maqsoom Zain, Khawaja Ansar Yasin, Sirajul Haq, Shafia Shujaat, Mohammad Khalid Al-Sadoon, Jamoliddin Razzokov, Ahsan Ejaz

“…It has been observed that the calcination temperature greatly affected the sample crystallinity, morphological features, band gap energy, chemical composition and surface area of the CuO-Fe2O3 NCs. …”
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Scoping review of social norms interventions to reduce violence and improve SRHR outcomes among adolescents and young people in sub-Saharan Africa by Luciana Leite, Rachel Yates, Gaia Chiti Strigelli, Jenny Yi-Chen Han, Jenny Chen-Charles, Jenny Chen-Charles, Maria Rotaru, Elona Toska, Elona Toska

“…Key evidence gaps identified include integrating implementation research to inform the scale-up and sustainability of effective social norms interventions. …”
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Towards high-performance dye-sensitized solar cells by utilizing reduced graphene oxide-based composites as potential alternatives to conventional electrodes: A review by Edigar Muchuweni, Edwin T. Mombeshora, Cosmas M. Muiva, T. Stephen Sathiaraj, Abdullah Yildiz, Diego Pugliese

“…Dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) have recently emerged as one of the most promising new-generation photovoltaic devices due to their facile fabrication protocols, capacity to operate under diffuse light, and low-impact on the environment. …”
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Synthesis and characterization of bismuth gadolinium oxide/g-C3N4 heterojunction nano photocatalyst for efficient sunlight-driven purification of wastewater containing malachite gr... by Shokofeh Mirzasani, Movlud Valian, Ahmad Akbari, Forat H. Alsultany, Masoud Salavati-Niasari

“…According to DRS data, the BGO band gap (2.78 eV) decreases to 2.45 eV with CN incorporation. …”
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Highly Efficient Photocatalytic Hydrogen on CoS/TiO2 Photocatalysts from Aqueous Methanol Solution by Yu Niu, Fuying Li, Kai Yang, Qiyou Wu, Peijing Xu, Renzhang Wang

“…Among the photocatalysts with various compositions, the 20 wt% CoS/TiO2 sample with a 2.1 eV band gap showed the maximum photocatalytic activity for the photocatalytic reaction, which indicated that CoS improved the separation ratio of photoexcited electrons and holes. …”
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The optimal treatment of invasive ductal and lobular carcinoma occurring at the same time needs to be established by Supriya Peshin, Rafi Iftekher, Rabia Iqbal, Shagun Singh, Moka Nagaishwarya

“…The case highlights the need for further research into the optimal treatment strategies for synchronous breast cancers, a potential knowledge gap in current oncology practice. A literature review revealed limited reports addressing similar cases, underscoring the lack of consensus guidelines. …”
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Multifunctional hybrid films made from CoT3OTx4 and CoFeT2OT4 nanoparticles inside a poly 3-hydroxybutyrate matrix and study of their impact in methyl orange photodegradation. by Lan J Bernal-Sánchez, América R Vázquez-Olmos, Roberto Y Sato-Berrú, Esther Mata-Zamora, Margarita Rivera, Vicente Garibay-Febles

“…Different spectroscopic and microscopy techniques characterized the Co3O4 and CoFe2O4 NPs and the P3HB, Co3O4@P3HB and CoFe2O4@P3HB films. The optical band gap for Co3O4 and CoFe2O4 NPs was estimated from their diffuse reflectance spectra (DRS) around 2.5 eV. …”
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Green Synthesis by Microwave Irradiation of TiO2 Using Cinnamomum verum and the Application in Photocatalysis by Dante E. González-Anota, Silvia P. Paredes-Carrera, Rosa M. Pérez-Gutierrez, Brandon Arciniega-Caballero, Raul Borja-Urby, Jesús C. Sánchez-Ochoa, Elizabeth Rojas-García

“…The following techniques characterized the materials: X-ray diffraction (XRD), Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, UV-vis diffuse reflectance, Raman spectrometry, and high-resolution transmission electron microscopy (HRTEM). …”
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