Effects of Ge-Doping on Thermoelectric Performance of Polycrystalline Cubic Sn_0.5Ag_0.25Bi_0.25Se_0.50Te_0.50 by Haoyu Zhao, Junliang Zhu, Zhonghe Zhu, Lin Bo, Wenying Wang, Xingshuo Liu, Changcun Li, Degang Zhao

“…X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis confirmed that the Ge-doped samples exhibited a single cubic phase structure, while scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and energy-dispersive spectroscopy (EDS) revealed a uniform distribution of elements within the samples. …”
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Upcycling waste glass bottles as a binder within engineered cementitious composites (ECCs): Experimental investigation and environmental impact assessment by Avik Kumar Das, Jiacheng Xiao

“…Microstructural analyses (SEM, XRD) confirmed denser matrices and stronger fiber–matrix bonding at 30 % GP, particularly in seawater-mixed ECCs thereby, confirming the feasibility and high-perfromance of sea based materials (SBM)-GP-ECCs. …”
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Ultrasonic-Assisted Extraction of Polysaccharides from <i>Schizochytrium limacinum</i> Meal Using Eutectic Solvents: Structural Characterization and Antioxidant Activity by Xinyu Li, Jiaxian Wang, Guangrong Huang, Zhenbao Jia, Manjun Xu, Wenwei Chen

“…Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) further demonstrated that ultrasonically extracted polysaccharides possess porous structures capable of chelating redox-active functional groups. …”
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Performance Enhancement of a-C:Cr Thin Films Deposited on 316L Stainless Steel as Bipolar Plates via a Thin Ti Layer by Mid-Frequency Magnetron Sputtering for PEMFC Application by Yuxing Zhao, Song Li, Saiqiang Wang, Ming Ma, Ming Chen, Jiao Yang, Chunlei Yang, Weimin Li

“…The influence of sputtering pressure on the film’s structure and properties was systematically investigated. Film morphology and microstructure were analyzed via X-ray diffraction (XRD), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and atomic force microscopy (AFM). …”
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Dynamic mechanical behavior of polypropylene fiber-reinforced shotcrete: Experimental analysis, microstructural observation, and numerical simulation by Shengran Zhang, Changxing Zhu, Xinming Chen, Jiaqi Guo, Huazhe Jiao

“…These findings provide theoretical support for optimizing PPF-reinforced shotcrete in engineering applications.…”
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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

“…We synthesized SnSe₂ with well-defined hexagonal plate-like structures via a one-step hydrothermal method by precisely controlling precursor ratios (Sn:Se = 1:2) and reaction temperatures (120–240 °C). 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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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

“…Chemotherapy agents with biocompatibility and low susceptibility to induce resistance are required for systematic management. <b>Methods</b>: Dendrimer-derived mimics (DMs) of host defense peptides (HDPs), which were constructed by a dendrimer core and optimized ratios of the hydrophobic arm, were used to treat A375 cells and HaCaT cells as the control. …”
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Removal of gentamicin from aqueous solutions by using poly pyrrole-polyethylene glycol composite by Mohammad Abdollahi, Majid Riahi Samani, Davood Toghraie

“…Key operational parameters—including contact time, temperature, adsorbent dosage, pH, and adsorption isotherms—were systematically examined. Gentamicin concentrations were measured before and after treatment, and the physicochemical properties of the most effective composite were characterized using SEM, FESEM, FTIR, BET, XRD, and other analytical techniques. …”
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Mechanical Properties and Microstructure of Alkali-Activated Cements with Granulated Blast Furnace Slag, Fly Ash and Desert Sand by Yunpeng Liu, Xihao Yang, Wendi Tian, Zhenbo Fu, Yimeng Zhao, Binghan Li, Shiji Li, Da Xu, Shige Yu, Zhiyu Yao, Tian Zhao, Xinfeng Ouyang, Guangfei Wang, Hai Yu, Dan Li, Rongxin Guo, Yen Wei, Kangmin Niu

“…However, The optimal dosage of different modified desert sands is 10%. …”
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Moderate-Temperature Pyrolysis Characteristics of Lump Coal Under Varying Coal Particle Sizes by Yuanpei Luo, Luxuan Liu, Liangguo Lv, Shengping Zhang, Fei Dai, Hongguang Jin, Jun Sui

“…The 10–20 mm group emerges as optimal—balancing these effects to achieve uniform thermal attainment, evidenced by 20.99 vol% peak hydrogen yield and maximum char graphitization. …”
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Sol-gel synthesis, characterization and catalytic activity of manganese-doped calcium cobalt oxide by T.A. Tran, T.H. Nguyen, D.P.T. Tien, L.V.T. Nguyen, T.P. Hoang, Truong-Tho Nguyen, L.V.T. Son, Gunel Imanova, S.H. Jabarov, V.T. Nguyen

“…While cobalt oxides are known catalysts, this work provides the first systematic evaluation of Mn-doping effects in Ca₃Co₂O₆ for this application. …”
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Geophysical Log Responses and Predictive Modeling of Coal Quality in the Shanxi Formation, Northern Jiangsu, China by Xuejuan Song, Meng Wu, Nong Zhang, Yong Qin, Yang Yu, Yaqun Ren, Hao Ma

“…By integrating scanning electron microscopy (SEM), X-ray analysis, and optical microscopy with interdisciplinary methodologies spanning mathematics, mineralogy, and applied geophysics, this research analyzes the coal quality and mineral composition of the Shanxi Formation coal seams in northern Jiangsu, China. …”
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Comparative Analysis of Dry, Minimum Quantity Lubrication, and Nano-Reinforced Minimum Quantity Lubrication Environments on the Machining Performance of AZ91D Magnesium Alloy by Berat Baris Buldum, Kamil Leksycki, Suleyman Cinar Cagan

“…Turning experiments were conducted on a CNC lathe with systematically varied cutting parameters, including cutting speed (150–450 m/min), feed rate (0.05–0.2 mm/rev), and depth of cut (0.5–2 mm). …”
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Survival and Morphological Changes of <i>Clostridium butyricum</i> Spores Co-Exposed to Antibiotics and Simulated Gastrointestinal Fluids: Implications for Antibiotic Stewardship by Yi-Meng Yang, Meng-Yue Zhang, Ying-Ying Wu, Lu Zhang, Yi-Xuan Zhang

“…Time–kill curves analyzed spore survival over 0–4 h, while scanning electron microscopy (SEM) observed spore wall integrity and morphological changes under different conditions. …”
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Influence of Mud Content on Mechanical Properties and Microstructure of Cemented Sand and Gravel by GONG Ai-min, YONG Kang, JIN Zhuo, HUANG Yi-er, WANG Fu-lai, SHAO Shan-qing, LUO Jia-hui

“…[Objectives] This study conducts a systematic investigation into the influence of mud content on the mechanical properties and microstructure of Cemented Sand and Gravel (CSG), focusing on the low mud content range (&lt;5%) that has not been fully addressed in previous research. …”
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Influence of N₂ Flow Rate on Mechanical and Tribological Properties of TAlN Coatings Deposited on 300M Substrate and Nitrocarburized Layer by Shiwei Zuo, Qinghua Li, Zhehang Fan, Xiaoyong Tao, Xiangjie Wang, Hui Xie, Qianqian Shen, Tianshi Jia, Hongyan Wu

“…The coatings were fabricated under three N₂ flow rates (30, 90, and 150 sccm), with microstructure evolution, elemental composition, and phase transitions analyzed using SEM, EDS, AFM, and XRD. The results indicate that the PNC/TiAlN composite coatings exhibited superior interfacial adhesion and load-bearing capacity compared to standalone TiAlN coatings, attributed to the graded hardness transition and stress distribution optimization at the coating–substrate interface. …”
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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

“…Based on structural equation modeling (SEM), human activities (irrigated area, fertilizer application rate) and natural factors (air temperature, precipitation, and flow) were identified as the primary driving forces behind water quality deterioration in the Muling-Xingkai watershed during the summer-autumn and winter-spring seasons, respectively. …”
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Study on mechanism of concrete crack development control based on LDH and microbial carbon fixation mineralization by X. Li, Q.W. Zhan, C.H. Fu, X. Zhang, Y.Q. Zhao

“…Firstly, the microstructure and mass distribution of microbial mineralization products were analyzed at different pH values to identify the optimal mineralization pH environment for microorganisms. …”
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Mechanical and microstructural properties of glass powder-modified recycled brick-concrete aggregate concrete by Yi Zhao, Yong Guo, Yuzhou Sun, Xiangming Zhou, Zhiyu Min, Qingli Lin, Siwen Chen, Yu Li, Mingxu Jiang, Aozhong Feng, Shuailei Kang

“…Through a four-factor, four-level orthogonal experimental design combined with microstructural analyses (XRD, SEM, EDS, MIP), the mechanical properties and synergistic mechanisms of GBCC were systematically investigated. …”
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Behavior of unconfined steel-fiber reinforced UHPC post high-temperature exposure by Sohit Agrawal, Erika Yulianti, Mugahed Amran, Chung-Chan Hung

“…Methods such as X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and mechanical and durability testing were employed to comprehensively assess UHPC's post-fire performance at ambient temperature. …”
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