Bamboo-derived biochar as an efficient adsorbent for oxytetracycline removal from water by Hong Nam Nguyen, Thanh Phong Bui, Thi Thu Huong Tran, Thi Hong Hanh Nguyen, Phuong Thu Le

“…These results emphasize the structural advantages of B2, contributing to its superior adsorption performance in both batch and continuous systems. Despite these strengths, the limited reusability of both materials underscores the need for optimized regeneration protocols.…”
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Development of κ-Carrageenan Films Reinforced with Magnesium Oxide Nanoparticles for the Potential Treatment of Chronic Wounds: In Vitro and In Vivo Insights by Lesly Rodríguez-Vicens, Jorge L. Mejía-Méndez, Edgar R. López-Mena, Sergio A. Bernal-Chávez

“…The κ-C-PEO systems were robustly characterized by FTIR spectroscopy, thermogravimetric analyses, and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). …”
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Design and Analysis of Carbon‐Supported NiMo HER Catalysts and Electrodes for High Performance All PGM‐Free AEM Electrolysers by Lukas Heinius, Malte Klingenhof, Gregor Weiser, Pierre Schröer, Lukas Metzler, Susanne Koch, Sören Selve, Severin Vierrath, Peter Strasser

“…This performance is comparable to earlier systems but requires only a fraction of the catalyst loading.…”
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Search for Alternative Raw Materials for Pellet Production – a Preliminary Study by Priedniece Vivita, Sturmane Amanda, Eglitis Raivis, Juhnevica Inna, Krigers Guntars, Kirsanovs Vladimirs

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Corrosion behavior of Q235 under dynamic simulated seawater and online monitoring using resistance probes by Hao Zhang, Xiaowen Song, Hao Miao, Yao Tan, Hao Yu, Junhang Chen, Chenghui Yin, Feixiong Mao, Kui Xiao

“…The harsh service environment of offshore engineering equipment exposes its metallic piping systems to severe risks of localized corrosion. This study addresses the challenge of corrosion monitoring for carbon steel in seawater pipeline systems by developing an online monitoring setup that dynamically simulates the seawater pipeline environment, and systematically conducts real-time monitoring and mechanistic analysis of the corrosion behavior of Q235 carbon steel. …”
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Enhancing Optoelectronic Properties of Multicrystalline Silicon Using Dual Treatments for Solar Cell Applications by Karim Choubani, Yasmin Zouari, Ameny El Haj, Achref Mannai, Mohammed A. Almeshaal, Wissem Dimassi, Mohamed Ben Rabha

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Applied Bioelectrochemistry: Plastic Degradation and Energy Generation Using <i>Klebsiella oxytoca</i> in Microbial Fuel Cells by Rojas-Flores Segundo, Cabanillas-Chirinos Luis, Nélida Milly Otiniano, Magaly De La Cruz-Noriega, Nancy Soto-Deza, Anibal Alviz-Meza, Ángel Darío González-Delgado

“…Additionally, scanning electron microscopy (SEM) micrographs revealed porosity and surface cracks, highlighting <i>Klebsiella oxytoca’s</i> biodegradation capacity. …”
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Crystal Facet Engineering of 2D SnSe₂ Photocatalysts for Efficient Degradation of Malachite Green Organic Dyes by Liying Wen, Fangfang Cheng, Xinyu Zhao, Lin Han, Dongye Zhao, Shifeng Wang

“…Systematic investigations revealed that hydrothermal temperature modulates the van der Waals forces between crystal planes, enabling selective exposure of (001) and (011) facets, as confirmed by XRD, SEM, and XPS analyses, thereby influencing the exposure of specific crystal facets. …”
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The Dependence of Electrochemical Behavior and Discharge Performance on the Zn/Gd Ratio of Mg-Li-Zn-Gd Anodes for Mg-Air Batteries by Siqi Yin, Ningyuan Wang, Haoxuan Han, Zichen Liu, Guangzong Zhang, Renguo Guan

“…Simultaneously, scanning electron microscope (SEM), X-ray diffractometer (XRD), electrochemical workstation, and constant current discharge systems are applied for microstructure characterization, corrosion, and discharge performance testing. …”
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The Pore Structure and Fractal Characteristics of Upper Paleozoic Coal-Bearing Shale Reservoirs in the Yangquan Block, Qinshui Basin by Jinqing Zhang, Xianqing Li, Xueqing Zhang, Xiaoyan Zou, Yunfeng Yang, Shujuan Kang

“…In this study, 12 representative Upper Paleozoic coal-bearing shale samples from the Yangquan Block of the Qinshui Basin were systematically analyzed through field emission scanning electron microscopy (FE-SEM), high-pressure mercury intrusion, and gas adsorption experiments to characterize pore structures and calculate multi-scale fractal dimensions (<i>D</i>₁–<i>D</i>₅). …”
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Bioprinting of GelMA-Based Hydrogels to Aid in Creation of Biomimetic 3D Models for Glioblastoma by Kaitlyn Ann Rose Schroyer, Kylie Marie Schmitz, Gunjeeta Raheja, Bin Su, Justin D. Lathia, Liqun Ning

“…First, we examined the changes in physical properties that resulted from adjoining hydrogels at diverse concentrations using Fourier-Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), compression testing, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), rheological analysis, and degradation analysis. …”
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Dendrimer-Derived Mimics of Host Defense Peptides Selectively Disrupt Cancer Cell Membranes for Melanoma Therapy by Yusheng Qian, Danjing Yang, Xiangyu Lin, Chenyun Shen, Jieping Zhang, Jin Xu, Yan Zhao, Ling Zhu, Haoran Kong, Mingyu Zhang, Yueqian Zhu, Chuncai Zhou, Jing He

“…Live/dead staining, flow cytometry, and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) were conducted to analyze the anticancer mechanism. …”
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Control of Aerosols after Sodium Fire Accident in Integrated Fast Reactor by CUI Chunsheng, CHEN Ran, WANG Chuangao, PANG Hongchao, LUO Zhiping, HUANG Xin

“…Microstructural analysis through SEM revealed the optimized formulation formed continuous polymer films that effectively encapsulated aerosol particles, while FTIR characterization verified successful copolymerization of functional groups enhancing interfacial interactions. …”
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Magnesium-induced phase transition and enhanced dielectric performance in ((Ba₀.₈₅Sr₀.₁₅)₁₋ₓMgₓTiO₃) ceramics synthesized by the sol-gel method by Mohammed Mesrar, Taj-dine Lamcharfi, Abdelhalim Elbasset, Farid Abdi, Laila Mesrar, Nor-Said Echatoui

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Effесt of Chеmiсаl Cоmposition оn thе Miсrоstruсture, Hаrdnеss, аnd Elесtrical Conductivity Profiles of the Bi-Gе-X (Gа, Cu, Zn) Allоys by A. Djordjević, M. Zečević, D. Minić, M. Kolarević, D. Manasijević, V. Ristić

“…Based on the optimized thermodynamic parameters for the constitutive binary systems, the calculation was performed. …”
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Influence of laser beam shape and post heat-treatment on the microstructure and mechanical properties of nickel-based alloy IN718 manufactured by laser powder bed fusion by Matjaž Godec, Narges Mirzabeigi, Črtomir Donik, Danijela A. Skobir Balantič, Simon Malej, Irena Paulin, Bojan Podgornik, Jonas Grünewald, Tobias Novotny, Florian Bayer, Francisco Ruiz-Zepeda, Katrin Wudy

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Adaptability Evaluation of High-Density Kill Fluid for Ultra-Deep and Ultra-High Temperature Well Testing in Tarim Oilfield by Junyan Liu, Lili Li, Shuang Liu, Yan Ye, Sihan Cheng, Kun Wang, Lang Wang, Zhenjiang Wu, Jun Wu

“…The correlation between the microstructure and macroscopic properties of kill fluids was elucidated through particle size distribution analysis, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), and rheological characterization. …”
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PLA-Based Electrospun Nanofibrous Mats Towards Application as Antibiotic Carriers: Processing Parameters, Fabrication and Characterization by Evi Christodoulou, Anastasia Chondromatidou, Nikolaos D. Bikiaris, Evangelia Balla, Marilena Vlachou, Panagiotis Barmpalexis, Dimitrios N. Bikiaris

“…These findings suggest that PLA-PE is a promising material for developing advanced transdermal antibiotic delivery systems.…”
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Antimicrobial, Oxidant, Cytotoxic, and Eco-Safety Properties of Sol–Gel-Prepared Silica–Copper Nanocomposite Materials by Lilia Yordanova, Lora Simeonova, Miroslav Metodiev, Albena Bachvarova-Nedelcheva, Yoanna Kostova, Stela Atanasova-Vladimirova, Elena Nenova, Iliana Ivanova, Lyubomira Yocheva, Elitsa Pavlova

“…The new nanomaterials were tested for oxidant activity at pH 7.4 (physiological) and pH 8.5 (optimal) in three model systems by the chemiluminescent method. …”
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Quantitative Analysis of Ginger Maturity and Pulsed Electric Field Thresholds: Effects on Microstructure and Juice’s Nutritional Profile by Zhong Han, Pan He, Yu-Huan Geng, Muhammad Faisal Manzoor, Xin-An Zeng, Suqlain Hassan, Muhammad Talha Afraz

“…This study used fresh (young) and old (mature) ginger tissues as model systems to investigate how plant maturity modulates the response to pulsed electric field (PEF), a non-thermal processing technology. …”
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