Sustainable power solutions for next-generation medical devices by Ye Liang, Chi Zhang, Rubing Lin, Junqing Lin, Jishizhan Chen

“…Each technique is evaluated for its potential to provide a sustainable power source for IMDs and wearables, highlighting distinctive advantages such as dual functionality, enhanced penetration capabilities, access to inexhaustible energy reservoirs from bodily movements, and the biochemical conversion of glucose into electrical energy. …”
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Localised Therapies Using 3D‐Printed Collagen‐Based Micro‐Implant for Ocular Indications by Hamid Heidari Kashkooli, Arian Farokh, Sajad Mohammadi, Martina Marcotulli, Silvia Franco, Roberta Angelini, Giancarlo Ruocco, Hanieh Khalili, Gianluca Cidonio

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Nanoparticles, a promising treatment for gastric cancer by Di Hua, Xiexing Wu, Zebin Wu, Chunyang Fan, Jiale Wang, Wei He, Yongkang Deng, Yao Zhang, Hengxiang Shu, Meng Shen, Dechun Geng, Kai Chen

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A highly adhesive and melatonin-loaded PEG hydrogel prevents tumor recurrence and promotes wound healing for tumor-resection wound management of liposarcoma by Yonghui Liang, Jianyang Shan, Chen Tan, Zhen Pan, Zhaohui Li, Xiang Fei, Gen Wen, Qingcheng Yang, Dongdong Cheng

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Ultrasound-activated miR-195-5p/shikonin nanobubbles remodel immunosuppressive microenvironment via immunogenic cell death to potentiate PD-1/PD-L1 blockade in hepatocellular carci... by Yandi Tan, Qiao Xu, Yezi Chen, Yun Liu, Chaoqi Liu, Xinwu Cui, Yun Zhao

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Matrix vesicle-inspired delivery system based on nanofibrous chitosan microspheres for enhanced bone regeneration by Haolin Bian, Fangfang Song, Shilei Wang, Wei Sun, Bo Hu, Xichao Liang, Hongye Yang, Cui Huang

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Segregation-guided alloy design via tailored solidification behavior by Ahmet Turnali, Dilay Kibaroglu, Nico Evers, Jaqueline Gehlmann, Lennart Sayk, Nicolas J. Peter, Abdelrahman Elsayed, Mehdi Noori, Tarek Allam, Johannes Henrich Schleifenbaum, Christian Haase

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Study of bioactive 3D-printed scaffolds incorporating zinc-based MOF for bone defect repair and anti-inflammatory applications by Yu Han, Xiufeng Jia, Yinwei Yang, Pei Guo, Chao Li, Yunze Zhang, Li Yin, Bo Jia, Haitao Wang

“…The Zn-MOF component mediated sustained release of Zn2+ ions (cumulative release: 89.6 ± 9.08 % over 18 days). This dual-functional system synergistically combines MCF-driven cellular recruitment with Zn2+-mediated immunomodulation, creating a pro-regenerative microenvironment. …”
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Potential of a CO2-Responsive supramolecular drug-carrier system as a safer and more effective treatment for cancer by Enyew Alemayehu Bayle, Fasih Bintang Ilhami, Jem-Kun Chen, Chih-Chia Cheng

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Biomimetic UV photo-protection of skin surface by structured epicuticular wax films by Anuja Das, Luca Polacchi, Jean-Yves Fouron, Antoine Montaux-Lambert, Laurent Billon, Gustavo S. Luengo

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Bioinspired hydrogel for sustained minocycline release: A superior periodontitis solution by Shiyao Liu, Wenqian Zheng, Lina Wang, Yajie Zhang, Kang Feng, Yan Zhang, Haitao Yang, Yao Xiao, Chenxi Sun, Xiqiang Liu, Baoyang Lu, Xuemin Yin

“…Here, inspired by bioisosterism, we develop a dual-network hydrogel-based drug delivery system (M@PP) with materials structurally similar to minocycline (a commonly used medication). …”
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Bioactive manganese-decorated titanium implants for osteoporotic bone regeneration by Lei Wang, Chaoxi Yan, Fan Wang, Qiang Wang, Degang Huang, Xin Yang, Tao Ma, Pingbo Chen, Congming Li, Zhouzhou Zhang, Guoyang Wan, Xing Yang

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Cascade reaction–driven biomimetic scintillant/metal–organic frameworks for X-ray triggered combinational therapy against glioma by Lansheng Wang, Duo Xu, Xudong Hu, Rui Quan, Dong Lu, Zhen Li, Changshui Yu, Xingjun Li, Shuo Ma, Xiaoming Li, Zhengkui Zhang, Rutong Yu

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Effects of Ni content on the microstructure and properties of laser powder bed fusion-processed Fe–18Cr–XNi alloys by Yongchao Lu, Xiaoqun Li, Yazhou He, Yaqing Hou, Fafa Li, Yao Lu, Hao Zhang, Lanting Zhang, Hong Wang, Hang Su

“…Alloys such as 304L and 316L have been widely used as base materials for LPBF process development, component fabrication, and materials research. …”
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Analytical Prediction of Multi-Phase Texture in Laser Powder Bed Fusion by Wei Huang, Mike Standish, Wenjia Wang, Jinqiang Ning, Linger Cai, Ruoqi Gao, Hamid Garmestani, Steven Y. Liang

“…For advancing manufacturing, arising AM, with an inverse philosophical approach compared to conventional procedures, has benefits that include intricate fabrication, reduced material waste, flexible design, and more. Regardless of its potential, AM must overcome several challenges due to multi-physical processes with miscellaneous physical stimuli in diverse materials systems and situations, such as anisotropic microstructure and mechanical properties, a restricted choice of materials, defects, and high cost. …”
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Improved Inconel 718 superalloy repaired performance on 304 stainless steel shafts via recrystallization and Laves phase suppression in hybrid additive-subtractive manufacturing by Yi Li, Junbo Wu, Maoyuan Li, Weiwei Xu, Ruifang Ye, Zhenzhong Wang

“…By employing a self-developed dual five-axis hybrid machining system, we achieved precise layer-wise repair of Inconel 718 superalloy on 304 stainless steel shafts. …”
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Tribological self-repairing behavior in ATP/Al composites: An orthogonal experimental study on attapulgite mineral effects by Z. Yang, Z.G. Xing, H.L. Yu, G. Jin, Y.L. Yin, Z.Y. Song, X.F. Cui, W. Zheng, J.T. Gong, F.Y. Zhang

“…The introduction of self-repairing functional materials effectively improves the tribological properties of metals by in-situ repairing of micro-damage on worn surfaces during friction. …”
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Recycling waste for energy: Reusing methyl orange dye-adsorbed polythiophene/Fe3O4 nanorods/reduced graphene oxide nanocomposite as a supercapacitor electrode by Ahmad Husain, Asim Ali, Sara A. Alqarni, Khalid Ansari, Mohtaram Danish, Prem Gunnasegaran, Mohammad Kanan, Jayant Giri, M. Kandasamy, M.M.A. Khan, Kyeong Tae Kang

“…This study presents a sustainable waste-to-wealth approach by repurposing methyl orange (MO) dye-adsorbed polythiophene/iron oxide/reduced graphene oxide nanocomposite (PTh/Fe3O4/RGO) for dual functionality in wastewater treatment and energy storage. …”
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Research on the Effectiveness of Temperature Control with MPCM Grouting for Cracks in the Earthen Ruins of Gaochang Ancient City by Jiahua Zou, Xiaofei Mao, Dongbo Li

“…Facing the challenges of temperature gradient-induced soil cracking and delamination in earthen ruins like Gaochang Ancient City, this study develops a novel phase change microcapsule (MPCM) grouting material designed for dual functionality: structural reinforcement and thermal regulation. …”
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Silastic Foam Elastomer for Dressing Open Granulating Wounds—A Preliminiary Report by Sandeep Kumar, Ramakant Ramakant, Surajit Bhattacharya, K. N. Sinha, P. C. Dubey

“…By offering more wound comfort to the patients and by relieving the work load of surgical residents and nurses, the silicone stent serves a dual function. The ease with which the patients can dress themselves makes such a dressing ideal for domiciliary practice. …”
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