Assessing the effects of reaction variables for enhanced chromium(III) adsorption efficiency using beidellite clay by Abduraboh Alraae, Ali Moussadik, Abdellah Benzaouak, Mohammed Kacimi, Mohammed Dahhou, Aicha Sifou, Adnane El Hamidi

“…The mineralogical and chemical composition of beidellite was characterized using X-ray fluorescence (XRF), X-ray diffraction (XRD), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA/DTA), SEM-EDX analysis, and infrared spectroscopy (IR). …”
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Powder recycling for electron beam powder bed fusion of TiAl alloy by Feihong Wang, Mengchen Song, Yongfeng Liang, Gengwu Ge, Xiaoyu Liang, Feng Lin, Honghui Wu, Dongfang Wang, Wenbin Kan, Li Liu, Junpin Lin

“…This study systematically investigates the impact of powder recycling (up to 70 cycles) on Ti-48Al-2Cr-2Nb (at.%) alloy processed by electron beam powder bed fusion (EB-PBF). …”
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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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Structural, Mechanical, and Optical Properties of Laminate-Type Thin Film SWCNT/SiO_xN_y Composites by Elizaveta Shmagina, Maksim Antonov, Aarne Kasikov, Olga Volobujeva, Eldar M. Khabushev, Tanja Kallio, Sergei Bereznev

“…The development of new encapsulating coatings for flexible solar cells (SCs) can help address the complex problem of the short lifespan of these devices, as well as optimize the technological process of their production. …”
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Newly designed curcumin-loaded hybrid nanoparticles: a multifunctional strategy for combating oxidative stress, inflammation, and infections to accelerate wound healing and tissue... by Heidi M. Abdel-Mageed, Nermeen Z. AbuelEzz, Ahmed A. Ali, Amira Emad Abdelaziz, Dina Nada, Sahar M. Abdelraouf, Shahinaze A. Fouad, Abeer Bishr, Rasha A. Radwan

“…Physicochemical and structural properties were systematically characterized by determining the encapsulation efficiency (EE), particle size, zeta potential, X-XRD, FTIR, SEM, in vitro release, and stability studies. …”
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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

“…Structural characterization by SEM and FT-IR further corroborated enhanced cellular disruption and biochemical release in mature tissue. …”
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A novel Cu–Al LDH/g-C3N4 Z-scheme photocatalyst for environmental remediation of cresol red by Alaka Rath, Pratyush Kumar Sahu, Aslisha Champati, Abanti Pradhan, Ashish Madhual, Pravat Manjari Mishra, Brundabana Naik

“…The effects of initial dye concentration, catalyst dosage, and pH were systematically investigated to determine the optimal operational conditions. …”
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Effect of C and Mo Content on Microstructure and Short-term Properties of IN617 Heat-resistant Alloy by Liu　Qicong, Jia　Lei, Tang　Zhengxin, Li　Gen, Li　Ling, He　Guanze, He　Xikou

“…The effects of element content on the microstructure evolution and mechanical properties of IN617 alloy were systematically analyzed by scanning electron microscopy （SEM）， transmission electron microscopy （TEM）， electron probe microanalysis （EPMA）， differential thermal analysis （DSC）， thermodynamic calculation， tensile and impact tests.The results show that the secondary dendrite spacing can be significantly refined by appropriately increasing the content of C and Mo. …”
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Study on the Influence and Mechanism of Mineral Admixtures and Fibers on Frost Resistance of Slag–Yellow River Sediment Geopolymers by Ge Zhang, Huawei Shi, Kunpeng Li, Jialing Li, Enhui Jiang, Chengfang Yuan, Chen Chen

“…Through 400 freeze-thaw cycles combined with microscopic characterization techniques such as SEM, XRD, and MIP, the results indicate that the group with 20% silica fume content (SF20) exhibited optimal frost resistance, showing a 19.9% increase in compressive strength after 400 freeze-thaw cycles. …”
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Investigation of mechanical properties and hydration of low-carbon magnesium and calcium-rich waste powder geopolymer paste by Changming Li, Xudong Yang, Dongyang Jia, Shunbo Zhao, Guanfeng Liu, Yaozong Wang, Wanjiao Li, Wenyu Song

“…When the slag incorporation reached 40 %, the specimen demonstrated optimal performance with a compressive strength of 27.8 MPa. …”
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Research on the Application of Biochar in Carbon Sequestration: A Bibliometric Analysis by Shizhao Zhang, Shuzhi Wang, Jiayong Zhang, Bao Wang, Hui Wang, Liwei Liu, Chong Cao, Muyang Shi, Yuhan Liu

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Pore Structure and Its Controlling Factors of Cambrian Highly Over-Mature Marine Shales in the Upper Yangtze Block, SW China by Dadong Liu, Mingyang Xu, Hui Chen, Yi Chen, Xia Feng, Zhenxue Jiang, Qingqing Fan, Li Liu, Wei Du

“…To decipher the multiscale pore network architecture and its genetic constraints, we employ scanning electron microscopy (SEM) pore extraction and fluid intrusion methods (CO₂ and N₂ adsorption, and high-pressure mercury intrusion porosimetry) to systematically characterize pore structures in these reservoirs. …”
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Law and Mechanism of Different Electric Field Modes Enhancement Alkaline Leaching Sandstone-type Uranium Ore by LI Rubin1, 2, LI Chunguang1, 2, 3, LIU Zhenzhong1, LI Yongmei1, 2, HUANG Zixian1, 2, CHEN Rukang2, ZHANG Shengdong3, LIU Longcheng2

“…Firstly, shake flask experiments were conducted using different concentrations of sodium carbonate, sodium bicarbonate and potassium permanganate as lixiviant, and the concentration of the optimal lixiviant as 35 g/L sodium carbonate + 15 g/L sodium bicarbonate + 3 g/L potassium permanganate is obtained. …”
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Access to finance, financial management, and growth of non-traditional export firms in Ghana: Does sector difference count? by Comfort Ama Akorfa Anipa, Frank Agyemang Karikari, Seth Acquah Boateng, Michael Provide Fumey, Agnes Nyamenaose Essuman, Mariam Ibrahim Baidoo, Prince Delove Assan, Lawrence Yaw Kusi

“…In contrast, firm managers should prioritize effective FM practices to optimally leverage A2F for sustainable growth.…”
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Comparison of High-Efficiency MgO/Na₂CO₃ and MgO/K₂CO₃ as Heterogeneous Solid Base Catalysts for Biodiesel Production from Soybean Oil by Xiangyang Li, Xunxiang Jia, Weiji Li, Shufan Jia, Siwei Zhang, Jiliang Song, Jiao Wang

“…In this study, the physicochemical properties and catalytic performance differences between MgO/Na₂CO₃ and MgO/K₂CO₃ catalysts were systematically compared using soybean oil as the raw material. …”
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Cost-Effective Method for Dissolved Oxygen Sensing with Electrodeposited n-Cu₂O Thin-Film Semiconductors by H. E. Wijesooriya, J. A. Seneviratne, K. M. D. C. Jayathilaka, W. T. R. S. Fernando, P. L. A. K. Piyumal, A. L. A. K. Ranaweera, S. R. D. Kalingamudali, L. S. R. Kumara, O. Seo, O. Sakata, R. P. Wijesundera

“…A range of analyses including synchrotron X-ray diffraction (SXRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), surface wettability, capacitance–voltage (C-V), Raman spectroscopy, Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR) spectrum, and Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS) was performed to assess their properties and sensing performance. …”
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Expectation Confirmation and Technology Acceptance: A Study of the Public's Attention to Accept the Government's Digital Human Avatar by Jinghao CHEN, Feng JIA, Qianxi LIU

“…The data were analyzed using structural equation modeling (SEM), which provides robust statistical insights into the relationships between these constructs. …”
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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). …”
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The deep detoxification of tetrabromobisphenol a in a hybrid reactor system: Iron-based trimetallic and aerobic activated sludge methods by Chaoyi Zhou, Weilong Xing, Zhen Wang, Wen Gu, Fenglin Li, Mengyuan Liang, Shuai Sun, Deling Fan, Lei Wang

“…A trimetallic material, s-Fe0-Cu-Pd, was synthesized by stepwise deposition of copper and palladium onto ZVI to improve its catalytic efficiency in degrading TBBPA. Optimal conditions for TBBPA degradation, including Cu and Pd loading ratios, initial pH, trimetallic dosage, and TBBPA concentration, were systematically investigated. …”
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Abrasion Resistance and Mechanism Analysis of Polyethylene Fiber-reinforced Cementitious Composite by ZI Jinjia, LI Weibin, WANG Jihong, WANG Zhiwen, LIU Yunjun, NONG Qingshun, LI Bixiong

“…This study aims to systematically investigate the effects of PE fiber content on the workability, mechanical properties and abrasion resistance of FCM, determine the optimal fiber content range, and reveal the underlying mechanism of PE fibers in improving the abrasion resistance of materials.MethodsThe FCM was prepared using P·O 52.5 cement, tuff powder, silica fume, manufactured sand, PE fibers, water-reducing agent, and defoaming agent. …”
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