A comprehensive water quality assessment for a typical river–lake watershed in Northeast China: implications for the water management of boundary lake by Bingbo Ni, Xuemei Liu, Yanfeng Wu, Ming Jiang, Yuanchun Zou

“…Therefore, there is an urgent need for a comprehensive water quality evaluation system to effectively manage the water health of boundary lakes. …”
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Core-Shell Magnetic Nanocarriers: Fe3O4-Hydroxyapatite/Polysuccinimide Hybrids for Enhanced Oral Bioavailability of Fluorouracil by Zhang W, Wang Q, Zhai F, Fan X, Meng F, Shen G, Zhu Y, Cao J, Yu F

“…Wenhui Zhang,1 Qiang Wang,2 Fengguo Zhai,1 Xingjun Fan,3 Fanqin Meng,1 Guangzhi Shen,1 Ying Zhu,1 Jingdan Cao,1 Fengbo Yu1 1School of Pharmacy, Mudanjiang Medical University, Mudanjiang, 157011, People’s Republic of China; 2Hongqi People Hospital, Mudanjiang Medical University, Mudanjiang, 157011, People’s Republic of China; 3School of Public Health, Mudanjiang Medical University, Mudanjiang, 157011, People’s Republic of ChinaCorrespondence: Fengbo Yu, School of Pharmacy, Mudanjiang Medical University, Mudanjiang, 157011, People’s Republic of China, Email yfb526@126.comObjective: This study pioneers a pH-responsive core-shell nanoplatform integrating magnetic Fe3O4-hydroxyapatite (Fe/HAP) with polysuccinimide (PSI) polymer, engineered to enhance tumor-targeted delivery of fluorouracil (5-FU) for liver cancer therapy.Methods: The individual components—hydroxyapatite (HAP), magnetite (F3O4), iron-doped hydroxyapatite (Fe/HAP), and polysuccinimide (PSI)—were synthesized and systematically characterized through Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Through a combination of single-factor experiments and Box-Behnken design (BBD) response surface methodology, the formulation parameters were optimized for two nanoparticle systems: (1) non-magnetic 5-FU-loaded PSI-HAP (designated as 5-FU@DC, where DC denotes “drug carrier”) and (2) magnetic-targeted formulations 5-FU@PSI-Fe/HAP with varying iron content (5-FU@FeDC20, 5-FU@FeDC30, 5-FU@FeDC40). …”
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Effect of humic acid on the adsorption of selenium by lepidocrocite by Shengmao Zhao, Jian Zhu, Elias Niyuhire, Ruyi Zheng, Wenjian Mao

“…These mechanisms influence Se speciation, distribution, and mobility, with implications for managing Se bioavailability in agricultural and environmental systems. This study provides insights into the geochemical cycling of Se and offers guidance for optimizing Se-rich agricultural practices.…”
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Herbal microsponge gel for the treatment of cutaneous lupus erythematosus by Sweety Chheda, Meenal M. Rane

“…Results Microsponges were successfully prepared using quasi emulsion solvent diffusion method and optimized using 32 multilevel factorial design. Optimized microsponges were spherical porous particles as indicated by SEM with entrapment efficiency of 64.69%, particle size of 147.62 μm and production yield of 84.6%. …”
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Exploration of electrochemical energy storage potential of MWCNT scaffolds functionalized with Lu2FeMnO6 synthesized via a facile sol–gel Pechini chemical method by Vahid Rahimkhoei, Masoud Salavati-Niasari, Forat H. Alsultany, Aseel M. Aljeboree, Masood Hamadanian

“…Abstract Lately, there has been considerable attention directed toward the development of a hydrogen storage cell power system that is both environmentally friendly and free from pollution. …”
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Effects of Colemanite and Fiber Types on Strength and Water Absorption of Mortar Mixtures Containing Air-Entraining Admixture by Ayşe İrem Ozansoy, Süleyman Özen

“…This study not only contributes to reducing the carbon footprint of cementitious systems by partially replacing cement with colemanite but also provides practical insights to optimize the use of fibers to increase strength performance and reduce water absorption properties from durability parameters. …”
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Hydrophobic DD3R modified by perfluorooctyl-trimethoxysilane incorporates into PEBAX membrane for ethanol recovery via pervaporation by Chengyun Gao, Yuxuan Zhang, Junling Lin, Weijie Sun, Yangyang Wang, Fanhui Meng, Jiayou Liao, Xianjie Meng

“…A novel class of mixed-matrix membranes was synthesized through strategic integration of Polyether-block-amide (PEBAX) with Deca-dodecasil 3R (DD3R) zeolitic fillers, targeting efficiency-driven ethanol recovery in pervaporation separation systems. The DD3R molecular sieve was synthesized using adamantylamine (ADA) as a structure-directing agent and Sigma-1 seed crystals in a pure silicon precursor system. …”
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Mechanistic assessment of functionalised biochar derived from customised pyrolyzer for nitrate removal by Yashasvi Trivedi, Abhishek Sharma, Manisha Sharma, Ranjeet Kumar Mishra, Jyeshtharaj Bhalchandra Joshi, Akhilendra Bhushan Gupta, Bezbaruah Achintya, Kalpit Shah, K.K. Pant

“…This study investigates the potential of mustard husk biochar (MHB), produced through pyrolysis at 500 °C in a customised auger system, for nitrate adsorption. To enhance its adsorption capacity, MHB was chemically modified with zinc chloride in different weight ratios (1:1, 2:1, and 3:1), with MMHB-2 (2:1) exhibiting optimal performance. …”
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Improving the power production efficiency of microbial fuel cell by using biosynthesized polyanaline coated Fe3O4 as pencil graphite anode modifier by Tekalign Tesfaye, Yohannes Shuka, Sisay Tadesse, Tesfahun Eyoel, Mesele Mengesha

“…Despite advancements in MFC technology, several challenges remain in optimizing power production efficiency, particularly regarding anode materials and modifications. …”
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Properties and computational insights of catalysts based on amide linked polymer for photo-Fenton remediation of Rhodamine B dye by Asmaa M Fahim, Khadiga Mohamed Abas

“…All synthesized compounds were confirmed through spectral analysis, including FT-IR, NMR, SEM, and XRD. In addition to nitrogen adsorption–desorption measurements of evaluated catalysts. …”
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Experimental study on freeze-thaw durability of high plasticity clay treated with waste glass powder and waste tire textile fibers by Ali Zanj, Masoud Jamshidi Chenari, Maryam Zolfalizadeh, Mahdi Salimi, Iman Hosseinpour, Meghdad Payan

“…Adding 1.5 % WTTF to the optimal WGP content (i.e., 10 %) resulted in a 60 % increase in the secant modulus (E50) after 8 FTCs, whereas the energy absorption capacity (Eu) showed a decreasing trend. …”
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Unraveling the synergistic influence of Nb, V, and Ce on corrosion and high temperature performance of austenitic alloys by J. Ramirez, F. Zuñiga, S. Shiva Samhitha, Srivathsava Surabhi, A. Ríos R, J.P. Sanhueza, A.F. Jaramillo, A.G. Onate, M.F. Meléndrez, D. Rojas

“…However, in the Ce–V–Nb system, a higher oxidation rate was presented, attributed to a high V content, which reduces the anticorrosive behavior of the alloy. …”
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Adsorption of linear and cyclic pentasiloxanes onto MCM-41: Experimental and computational studies by Camila M.A.C. Alves, Júlia F. Alves, Lucas L. Bezerra, Leonardo P. da Silva, Norberto K.V. Monteiro, Raimundo C. Rabelo-Neto, Rinaldo S. Araújo, Mona Lisa M. Oliveira

“…The adsorbent was synthesized at room temperature using the sol-gel method and characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy coupled to energy dispersive X-Ray spectroscopy (SEM-EDS), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and N2 adsorption-desorption at 77 K. …”
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A Novel Organic–Inorganic-Nanocomposite-Based Reduced Graphene Oxide as an Efficient Nanosensor for NO₂ Detection by Masoud Khaleghiabbasabadi, Hadi Taghavian, Pooya Gholami, Saeed Khodabakhshi, Mohammad Gheibi, Stanisław Wacławek, Miroslav Černík, Daniele Silvestri, Klaudia Barbara Raczak, Reza Moezzi

“…Afterward, the novel fabricated nanosensor is characterized through energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), Raman, surface area analysis, and field emission scanning electron microscopy (FE-SEM). To determine the optimal condition for sensor performance, graphene-based nanosensors are prepared with various weight percentages (wt%) of rGO-N-(piperidine-4-SO₃H) (1 wt%, 5 wt%, 10 wt%, and 15 wt%). …”
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Modification of coal fly ash for high capacity adsorption of methylene blue by Mardiyah Kurniasih, Nurul Hidayat Aprilita, Roto Roto, Mudasir Mudasir

“…The physicochemical and morphological characteristics of the modified FA were characterized by XRF, SEM-EDX, XRD, BET, and TGA. The adsorption study was carried out in a batch system by optimizing pH, adsorbent dosage, contact time, initial dye concentration and temperature. …”
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CO2 methanation over low-loaded Ni-M, Ru-M (M = Co, Mn) catalysts supported on CeO2 and SiC by Chopendra G. Wasnik, Maki Nakamura, Taiki Shimada, Hiroshi Machida, Koyo Norinaga

“…The developed catalysts were comprehensively characterized by BET/BJH, CO pulse chemisorption, H2-TPR, HAADF-STEM-EDS, SEM-EDS and XRD etc. to unveil their physicochemical and surface traits. …”
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Silver Dimolybdate Nanorods: In Vitro Anticancer Activity Against Breast and Prostate Tumors and In Vivo Pharmacological Insights by João Victor Barbosa Moura, Natália Cristina Gomes-da-Silva, Luciana Magalhães Rebêlo Alencar, Wellington Castro Ferreira, Cleânio da Luz Lima, Ralph Santos-Oliveira

“…In vivo studies revealed predominant accumulation in the stomach, liver, spleen, and bladder, indicating reticuloendothelial system uptake and renal clearance. Pharmacokinetic analysis showed a rapid systemic clearance (half-life ~6.76 h) and a low volume of distribution (0.0786 L), suggesting primary retention in circulation with minimal off-target diffusion. …”
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Pioneering advances in waste-derived catalysts for next-generation zinc-air batteries by Ganesan Subbiah, Beemkumar Nagappan, Shweta Sharma, Krishna Kumar Shukla, Mahit Vineshkumar Jain, Tapas Kumar Mohapatra, Ritesh Pratap Singh, K. Kamakshi Priya

“…Zinc–air batteries (ZABs) are increasingly recognized as formidable contenders for advanced energy storage systems due to their high theoretical energy density, cost-effective zinc anodes, and environmental sustainability. …”
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Synergistic photocatalytic and biomedical applications of Ag₂O-immobilized Bacillus subtilis-hyaluronic acid by Sikander Ali, Hijab Zahra, Muhammad Usman Ahmad, Amany A. Abdel-Rheem, Muhammad Afzaal, Rab Nawaz, Bakar Bin Khatab Abbasi, Ali Irfan, Yousef A. Bin Jardan

“…Unlike conventional Ag2O systems, these biohybrid nano-adsorbents combine the photocatalytic efficiency of Ag2O with the biocompatibility and biofilm-inhibiting properties of microbially-derived HA, enabling dual functionality not achieved in single-component systems.…”
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Rapid Recovery and Short‐Term Culture of Gastric Circulating Tumor Cells Using Microcavity Array by Tomoko Yoshino, Tomohiro Takabayashi, Qian Bao, Tsuyoshi Tanaka, Ryo Negishi, Tatsu Shimoyama, Takeshi Sawada, Yusuke Kanemasa, Fumiaki Koizumi

“…These findings emphasize the importance of surface modification for enhancing CTC isolation and the need for optimized culture conditions. The optimized MCA method offers a promising approach for rapid CTC recovery and potential integration with automated systems. …”
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