Physicochemical, Structural, Thermal, and Rheological Properties of Mango Seed Starch from Five Cultivars by Ndahita De Dios-Avila, Mario Alberto Morales-Ovando, Paul Baruk Zamudio-Flores, Juan Carlos Bustillos-Rodríguez, Magali Ordóñez-García, Kati Beatriz Medina-Dzul, Teresa Romero-Cortes, Jaime Alioscha Cuervo-Parra, Juan Manuel Tirado-Gallegos

“…The starches evaluated behaved as pseudoplastic materials, while oscillatory tests revealed that the pastes formed with mango starches are more elastic than viscous. …”
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Cellulose nanocrystal (CNC) from okra plant (Abelmoschus esculentus L.) stalks as a reinforcement in bionanocomposite fabrication: Extraction, processing, and characterization stud... by Md.Mahmudur Rahman, Md.Ismail Hossain, Md.Mahafujul Hassan, Bijoy Chandra Ghos, Md.Saifur Rahman, Md.Abdul Gafur, Md.Ashraful Alam, Md.Khalid Al Zuhanee

“…The CNCs are free from impurities and coloring materials; additionally, they exhibit a highly negative surface charge and smaller particle sizes. …”
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Fe(II)-loaded goat manure biochar efficiently activated peroxymonosulfate for tetracycline degradation in groundwater by Lianjie Fan, Lianjie Fan, Lianjie Fan, Qinglin Xie, Yanhong Li, Shengzhang Zou, Shengzhang Zou, Haiping Lu, Haiping Lu, Su Ling Li, Su Ling Li, Xiaoxiao Li

“…It is of practical significance that such wastes can be converted into functional materials to promote the resource utilization of waste and reduce the risk of antibiotic contamination. …”
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Frontal Pole, Cingulate Gyrus, and Precuneus Cortex Represent the Confidence Level in Prediction of Other's Risky Decision-Making. by Ahmad Shoaa Haghighi, Soroush Safari, Elahe Oloumi, Hadis Jameei, Gholam Ali Hossein Zadeh, Abdol-Hossein Vahabie

“…For this aim, functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) combined with behavioral tasks is used to demonstrate the neural representation of human confidence level about others’ possible choices. …”
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Green synthesis of Mn-doped iron oxide nanoparticles using sugarcane juice for magnetic hyperthermia applications by A. A. Hosny, Bahig El-Deeb, Z. A. Mohamed, Abdelwahab Hassan, Mohamed Kamel, Shehab Elbeltagi, H. A. A. Saadallah, E.M.M Ibrahim

“…Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) was used to investigate the surface functional groups involved during the reducing and capping process. …”
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Power Quality Control Using Superconducting Magnetic Energy Storage in Power Systems with High Penetration of Renewables: A Review of Systems and Applications by António J. Arsénio Costa, Hugo Morais

“…Then, the functional description of several current conversion circuits and systems used as interfaces for superconducting magnets is performed. …”
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Radiotherapy in selected non-oncological neurological disorders – efficacy and safety by Klaudia Kulig, Maksymilian Wiśniowski, Aneta Redner, Michal Popiel, Kamil Dziekoński, Patrycja Zwierzchlewska, Kacper Buczek, Kamila Smala, Dominik Stanibuła, Ada Wiśniowska

“…Materials and Methods: A comprehensive literature review was conducted using PubMed, Scopus, and ClinicalTrials.gov. …”
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Comparison of Cytotoxicity and Antioxidant, Antibacterial, and Anti-Inflammatory Activity of Aqueous and Ethanolic Extracts from <i>Malus domestica</i>, <i>Prunus armeniaca</i>, an... by Martyna Zagórska-Dziok, Aleksandra Ziemlewska, Magdalena Wójciak, Ireneusz Sowa, Ewa Wąsik-Szczepanek, Zofia Nizioł-Łukaszewska

“…These findings suggest that the tested leaf extracts support both enzymatic and non-enzymatic antioxidant defense mechanisms and may be valuable as functional ingredients in dermatological or cosmetic applications.…”
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DFT insights into the structural, mechanical, electronic, optical, and thermal properties of Cr2AC (A = Si, Al, Ga, Ge, and P) MAX phases carbides by Md. Nurul Amin, Abdulla Al Faysal, Ahmed Azzouz-Rached, Faisal Islam Chowdhury, Jamal Uddin, Join Uddin, Jahidul Islam, Ali Reza Piyal, Anjan Kumar Chowdhury, A. K. M. Rezaur Rahman

“…This work examines the structural, electronic, mechanical, optical, and thermal properties of Cr2AC (A = Si, Al, Ga, Ge, and P) MAX phases using density functional theory. These properties are investigated through first-principles calculations within the generalized gradient approximation using the CASTEP software package. …”
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Curve-on-curve technique is more reliable than free-floating technique for tibial components positioning in posterior stabilized total knee arthroplasty using symmetrical tibial co... by Mohamed Elkabbani, Ahmed Mostafa Saied, Bassam Ali Abouelnas, Apostu Dragos, Amr Osman, Samih Tarabichi

“…Materials and methods Twenty-eight consecutive patients with advanced varus-type osteoarthritis scheduled for posterior stabilized total knee replacement with symmetrical tibial baseplate were included in the study. …”
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Contribution of mushroom farming to mitigating food scarcity: Current status, challenges and potential future prospects in Pakistan by Asif Khan, Waheed Murad, Salahuddin, Sajid Ali, Syed Sikandar Shah, Sobia Ahsan Halim, Asaad Khalid, Hamdy Kashtoh, Ajmal Khan, Ahmed Al-Harrasi

“…Mushrooms are not only a rich nutritional source of functional food all over the world, but also have highly significant bioactive compounds that are considered nutraceuticals, cosmeceuticals, and mycotherapeutics across the globe. …”
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Current challenges in nano-engineered biomass valorization: A comprehensive review from the whole procedure of biomass fermentation perspective by Zi-Tong Zhao, Jie Ding, Geng Luo, Bo-Yuan Wang, Han-Jun Sun, Bing-Feng Liu, Guang-Li Cao, Mei-Yi Bao, Nan-Qi Ren, Ji-Wei Pang, Shan-Shan Yang

“…Additionally, the effect of these nanostructured materials (e.g., metal-based nanoparticles, nanocomposites, and graphene-based nanomaterials) on biohydrogen fermentation and the potential functional mechanisms were also analyzed in detail. …”
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Structural design strategies of triboelectric nanogenerators for omnidirectional wind energy harvesting by Jingu Jeong, Eunhwan Jo, Jong-An Choi, Yunsung Kang, Soonjae Pyo

“…In this review, we first outline the fundamental triboelectric processes and operating modes that underpin TENG functionality, emphasizing how their low inertia and high-voltage outputs make them compatible with a wide range of wind profiles. …”
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Chemical leachates from car tyre granulates and PET bottles induce toxic effects on Mytilus edulis haemocytes by M. Elisabetta Michelangeli, Sicco H. Brandsma, Maria Margalef, Emelie Forsman, Sebastian Kuehr, Davide Spanu, Tânia Gomes

“…Plastic materials contain hazardous chemicals, including additives like flame retardants, antioxidants, stabilizers, and metals, which can leach into the environment and impact aquatic life. …”
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THE EFFECT OF SHORT-TERM VIBRATION ON SOMATOSENSORY TEMPORAL DISCRIMINATION THRESHOLD by Ahmet Hakan Ok, Arda Kaya, Ayşegül Gündüz, Meral Erdemir Kızıltan

“…The hypothesis was that the STDT, which is related to the functions of basal ganglia and somatosensory cortex, would deteriorate during application of peripheral muscle vibration if it had indirect central effects. …”
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Quality Of Life in Patients with Non-Genital Warts: A Cross-Sectional Study using Dermatology Life Quality Index (DLQI) Questionnaire by Sushil Paudel, Prajwal Pudasaini, Monique Kafle, Indu Acharya

“…Clothing habits and sexual functions were affected based on the site of involvement with the warts. …”
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Postoperative Cognitive Disorder- what do we know about risk factors and prevention? A Systematic Review by Antonina Drzewiecka, Artur Drzewiecki, Wiktor Korczak, Maria Madejska, Aleksandra Rudzka, Monika Gaszyńska, Wojciech Falkowski, Anna Krysińska, Weronika Woźniak, Jakub Magielski

“…It is characterized by impaired memory, attention, and executive functions, leading to prolonged hospitalization and increased mortality. …”
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Nutraceutical Potential of <i>Sideroxylon cinereum</i>, an Endemic Mauritian Fruit of the Sapotaceae Family, Through the Elucidation of Its Phytochemical Composition and Antioxidan... by Cheetra Bhajan, Joyce Govinden Soulange, Vijayanti Mala Ranghoo-Sanmukhiya, Remigiusz Olędzki, Daniel Ociński, Irena Jacukowicz-Sobala, Adam Zając, Melanie-Jayne R. Howes, Joanna Harasym

“…Overall, the extracts of <i>Sideroxylon cinereum</i> pulp and seed show potential as sources of bioactive compounds for functional product development.…”
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Molecular insights into the interaction between cytochrome c and carbon nanomaterials by Ivana Fenoglio, Shagufta Gul, Francesco Barbero, Enrica Mecarelli, Claudio Medana, Angelo Gallo, Carlotta Polizzi

“…Carbon nanomaterials (CNMs) are a heterogeneous class of advanced materials. Their widespread use is associated with human safety concerns, which can be addressed by safe-by design strategies. …”
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Clinical Outcomes of Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty: A Comprehensive Review by Wojciech Domagała, Dariusz Salamon, Julia Stachowiak, Julia Sosin, Anna Pilarz, Maria Zwierzchowska, Aleksandra Sojka

“…This review article aims to comprehensively analyze the clinical outcomes of UKA, focusing on surgical techniques, patient satisfaction, functional improvement, implant survivorship, complications and future directions. …”
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