Mechanical Properties and Stress Analysis of Natural Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composite Spur Gear by M. Jayaraj, S. K. Ashok, Rama Thirumurugan, Dharmalingam Shanmugam, M. Mahendran

“…This research study investigates the mechanical properties of polymer composites reinforced with natural fibers, specifically Palmyra palm leaf stalk fiber (PPLSF) and Palmyra palm primary leaf stalk fiber (PPFLSF). …”
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Comprehensive analysis of phytochemical, vitamin, antioxidant, proximate, and mineral profiles of Ipomoea batatas methanolic leave extract by Ibrahim Muhammad Ibrahim, Salisu Abubakar, Ruth Umar Kontongs, Umar Faruq Ahmad, Alkasim Sulaiman Muhammed, Hafsat Sulayman Muhammmad, Suleiman Haruna

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Preliminary results of Moringa oleifera Lam. grown in a semi-arid Mediterranean environment in a climate change scenario by Giulia Salsi, Giulia Salsi, Carlo Greco, Vito Armando Laudicina, Vito Armando Laudicina, Caterina Lucia, Sofia Maria Muscarella, Giuseppe Greco, Santo Orlando, Giancarlo Fascella, Michele Massimo Mammano

“…., a drought-tolerant tree native to north-west India, has emerged as a promising candidate due to its high nutritional value, rapid growth, and adaptability to arid environments.MethodsThis study evaluated the effects of planting methods and spacing on the growth and leaf nutrient composition of M. oleifera in Sicily (southern Italy), a semiarid Mediterranean environment. …”
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Nutritional and morpho-anatomical characterization of Phyllostachys aurea (Poaceae, Bambusoideae, Bambuseae) foliage for Argentine livestock systems by Marisa Wawrzkiewicz, María Gabriela Fernández Pepi, Matías Osvaldo Buzzo, Alejandro Fabián Zucol, Andrea Susana Vega

“…This study characterized the anatomy and micromorphology of leaf blades by optical and scanning electron microscopes. …”
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Effects of bacterial wilt on community composition and diversity of culturable endophytic fungi in Alpinia galanga by Jiahui Liu, Yuanyuan Wu, Jinru Lin, Mengxia Xie, Likai Chen, Liguo Wang

“…HDK_B’s fungal relative abundance (RA) was only 38.93% of HDK J’s, indicating significantly lower composition/abundance. While species in stems and leaves were identical within health groups, leaf RA exceeded stems by 124.23% in HDK_J and 78.23% in HDK_B. …”
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EFFECT OF PRECIPITATION HARDENING ON MICROSTRUCTURE OF 17-7 PH STEEL WITH MODIFIED CHEMICAL COMPOSITION by Belma Fakić, Derviš Mujagić, Omer Beganović

“…It is designed for aerospace components, but can also be used for other applications that require high strength and corrosion resistance, as well as leaf springs for operation at temperatures up to 316 °C. …”
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Soil nutrient availability affects tundra plant community composition and plant–vole interactions by Nicole Williamson, Matthew Suchocki, Laura Gough

“…Added nutrients generally increased Eriophorum leaf length, but effects varied among years and simulated herbivory treatments. …”
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Investigation of the Chemical Composition and Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Activities of Lobularia maritima: Potent Therapeutic Applications by Soumaya Kouidhi, Oumaima Zidi, Soukaina Abdelwahed, Yasmine Souissi, Najla Trabelsi, Alaeddine Redissi, Manel Hamdi, Emna Trabelsi, Yosra Amara, Taher Bhiri, Rim Khrouf, Boulbaba Selmi, Sami Achour, Ameur Cherif, Wissem Mnif, Amor Mosbah

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Assessment of winter garlic collection according to productivity and biochemical composition in the conditions of the Kirov region by O. A. Cheglakova, A. V. Denisova, V. M. Motov

“…The sample No. 154 also had a complex of valuable traits: the maturation 12 days earlier relative to the control and other samples; the highest leaf length and width (51.9 and 2.3 cm, respectively); the largest number of scapes (6 pieces); a high yield of 0.94 kg/m2 (at the control level); a maximum average clove weight (7 g).…”
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Photo and electrochemical applications of green synthesized ZnO/Ag2O nanocomposites materials under visible light using P. macrosolen L. leaf by Abel Saka Gungure, Leta Tesfaye Jule, Krishnaraj Ramaswamy, N. Nagaprasad, Shanmugam Ramaswamy

“…Abstract This study investigates the photo-catalytic and super-capacitive properties of green-synthesized ZnO/Ag2O nanocomposites using P. macrosolen L. leaf extract. The synthesis was performed in a single step at low temperature with a short reaction time. …”
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Biogenic silver nanoparticles from Simarouba glauca DC leaf extract: Synthesis, characterization, and anticancer efficacy in lung cancer cells with protective effects in Caenorhabd... by Santosh Mallikarjun Bhavi, Akshata Choudhari Padti, Bothe Thokchom, Sapam Riches Singh, Shivanand S. Bhat, Sukesh Kumar Bajire, Rajesh P. Shastry, B.S. Srinath, Sushma Subraya Gummani, B.P. Harini, Ramesh Babu Yarajarla

“…This study explores the synthesis, characterization, and biomedical applications of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) synthesized using Simarouba glauca leaf extract. The biogenic AgNPs were characterized through UV–visible spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction (XRD), particle size analysis, zeta potential analysis, energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX), Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), atomic force microscopy (AFM), and high-resolution transmission electron microscopy (HR-TEM). …”
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Analysis of chemical compositions and antioxidative enzyme activities of spring white tea in Jingning, Zhejiang by MEI Xin, TU You-ying, WU Xi-jin, MA Sheng-zhou, TANG Yi

“…The contents of main chemical compositions and the activities of superoxide dismutase (SOD), peroxidase (POD), catalase (CAT) and polyphenol oxidase (PPO) in Baiyuxian white tea 1, Baiyuxian white tea 2, their female parent Baiyuxian white tea, Jiukeng and Anji white tea (White leaf tea 1) in Jingning County were measured and analyzed. …”
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The Evolution of Nutrient and Microbial Composition and Maturity During the Composting of Different Plant-Derived Wastes by Yuxin Xie, Pengbing Wu, Ying Qu, Xingchi Guo, Junyan Zheng, Yuhe Xing, Xu Zhang, Qian Liu

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Chemical Profiling and Wetting Behaviors of Endemic Salvia absconditiflora Greuter & Burdet (Lamiaceae) Collected from Gypsum Areas by Ayşenur Kayabaş, Ertan Yıldırım

“…The aims of this study are to characterize and compare the diversity in the spectral-chemical structure of S. absconditiflora’s plant parts using the FTIR spectroscopy technique, to determine the wettability of the adaxial and abaxial epidermal surfaces of S. abscontidiflora leaves and to interpret whether there is a difference between the contact angle (CA) measurements at the points determined in the surface area of the leaves from the part close to the petiole to the leaf tip. Materials and Methods: The ATR-FTIR spectra for the chemical content of S. absconditiflora were obtained from six different plant parts and information about their chemical compositions was obtained. …”
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Dependence of red clover production processes on technological elements by H. Ya. PANAKHYD, N. І. KOZAK, В. М. SENDETSKYІ

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Comparative growth analysis, yield and quality of two cowpea (Vigna unguiculata L. (Walp.)) lines propagated by seed and stem cuttings by Bolaji Umar OLAYINKA, Mubarak A AKINWUNMI, Hameed ALSAMADANY, Abdulbaki Shehu ABDULBAKI, Yahya ALZAHRANI, Emmanuel O ETEJERE

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Effects of genotype, inoculation and maturity stage at harvest on red clover (Trifolium pratense L.) yield and chemical composition by Krešimir Bošnjak, Goran Perčulija, Agronomski fakultet Sveučilišta u Zagrebu, Zavod za specijalnu proizvodnju bilja, Centar za travnjaštvo, Svetošimunska 25, 10000 Zagreb, Hrvatska, Josip Leto, Hrvoje Kutnjak, Marina Vranić, Ivana Čačić

“…An increase in relative proportion of stem in total DM yield, and a reduction in the relative proportion of leaf and flowers in all three years of research was observed. …”
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The impact of LED lightning on the content of photosynthetic pigments in tomato leaves by T. V. Nikanovich, Yu. V. Trofimov, M. I. Barkun

“…It was found that the use of LED lighting of different spectral composition had mainly an inhibitory effect on the biosynthesis of chlorophylls and carotenoids in the leaf tissue of plants. …”
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Chemical composition of essential oils reviewed from the height of Cajuput (Melaleuca leucadendron) plantations in Buru Island and Seram Island, Maluku, Indonesia by Kapelle Imanuel Berly Delvis, Souhoka Fensia Analda, Rosmawaty, Jani Arnatasya Umaresha Bin, Jelita Wulan Purnama, Silahooy Veince B.

“…This study aims to determine the effect of geographical location on EO’s yield and chemical composition. The eucalyptus oil isolation method uses steam distillation and chemical composition analysis using gas chromatography–mass spectrometry. …”
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Influence of dietary mulberry (Morus alba L.) leaf supplementation on production performance, blood metabolites, rumen fermentation characteristics and ruminal bacteria community i... by Patipan Hnokaew, Korawan Sringarm, Phongsakorn Chuammitri, Chaiwat Arjin, Chompunut Lumsangkul, Supamit Mekchay, Apinya Satsook, Yulei Wang, Paramintra Vinitchaikul

“…The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of mulberry (Morus alba L.) leaf (ML) supplementation on the productivity, blood metabolism, rumen fermentation characteristics and rumen microbial population in lactating dairy cows. …”
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