A new mixing chamber geometry design for supersonic ejector performance optimization using computational fluid dynamics by Amer Muzaber, Nadin Bassmaji, Assem Kaddah

“…Thus, ejector performance is assessed via ejector efficiency. The curved mixing chamber shows superior efficiency compared to the conventional design at elevated boiler temperatures. …”
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The Green Synthesize of Zinc Oxide Catalyst Using Pomegranate Peels Extract for the Photocatalytic Degradation of Methylene Blue Dye by Atheel Alwash

“…The green synthesized nanoparticles were characterized through X-ray diffraction (XRD), UV-Vis diffuse reflection spectroscopy, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), and Atomic force microscopy (AFM). …”
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Regimes and parameters of technology of silage processing with carbon dioxide in the Komi Republic by A. Y. Lobanov, A. F. Triandafilov

“…A result of studies confirmed the hypothesis that the efficiency of carbon dioxide within the diffusing haylage mass allowing to inhibit microbiological processes in the feedstock. …”
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Synthesis and photocatalytic properties of visible light responsive TiO2-rGO-PANI/PPy nanocomposite towards removal of atrazine, a triazine herbicide by Rachel Joseph, A. Padmanaban, S. Ida, Amy Ding, P. Wilson

“…The aqueous photocatalytic degradation efficiency was studied using atrazine a toxic herbicide of triazine family, under simulated sunlight using Xe-tester. …”
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Enhanced LED light driven photocatalytic degradation of Cefdinir using bismuth titanate nanoparticles by Sara Ishaq, Ahmed H. Nadim, Joliana F. Farid, Sawsan M. Amer, Heba T. Elbalkiny

“…Bismuth titanate nanoparticles were synthesized and characterized using transmission electron microscopy (TEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), and diffuse reflectance spectroscopy (DRS). Factors affecting the degradation protocol were optimized using a central composite design model, and the degradation efficiency was assessed using a validated RP-HPLC method. …”
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Structural Designing of Supersonic Swirling Devices Based on Computational Fluid Dynamics Theory by Qian Huang, Huirong Huang, Xueyuan Long, Yuan Tian, Jiang Meng

“…Compared with “Twister II”, the new device has better liquefaction efficiency.…”
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Gradient all-nanostructured aerogel fibers for enhanced thermal insulation and mechanical properties by Xiaotong Fu, Lianmeng Si, Zhaoxin Zhang, Tingting Yang, Qichun Feng, Jianwei Song, Shuze Zhu, Dongdong Ye

“…Moreover, GAF’s unique nano-entangled network efficiently dissipates stress, achieving exceptionally high tensile strength (29.5 MPa) and fracture strain (39.2%). …”
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Facile preparation of CoNiS/MXene/polypyrrole electrocatalyst with mischcrystal-amorphous interfaces for hydrogen evolution reaction by Hongxiang Li, Ying Su, Tong Guo, Han Zheng, Bo Sun, Chunhua Yu, Jun Cao, Qiaoling Li, Weimeng Si

“…And the 3D-continuous structure of MXene/PPy offers a large specific surface area and efficient electron-transfer pathways, promoting high-speed charge transport and mass diffusion. …”
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Individual-level cortical morphological network analysis in idiopathic normal pressure hydrocephalus: diagnostic and prognostic insights by Yifeng Yang, Meijing Yan, Lianxi Sun, Xiao Liu, Xuhao Fang, Shihong Li, Guangwu Lin

“…Results Both iNPH and AD exhibited disrupted MIND network topology versus HC, including lower clustering coefficient, global efficiency, and local efficiency (all p < 0.05). Distinct spatial patterns emerged: iNPH showed localized lower values in cingulate subregions (degree centrality, node efficiency, MINDs), whereas AD demonstrated widespread alterations in fusiform, insular, and temporoparietal cortices. …”
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Revisiting fosfomycin to treat urinary tract infections in the era of rising carbapenem resistance by Sweety Kumari, Debasish Chattopadhya, Shalini Upadhyay, Tanisha Bharara, Manisha Khandait, Anshika Dubey

“…Antimicrobial sensitivity was performed through the Kirby Bauer disc diffusion method. Discrepant results were confirmed with VITEK 2. …”
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Cation-induced topical disordered niobium nickel oxide for robust hydrogen storage in magnesium hydride by Shuai Li, Liuting Zhang, Fuying Wu, Qian Li

“…Catalytic doping is one of the economic and efficient strategies to optimize the operating temperature and kinetic behavior of magnesium hydride (MgH2). …”
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Effect of Laser Shock Processing and Aluminizing on Microstructure and High-Temperature Creep Properties of 321 Stainless Steel for Solar Thermal Power Generation by Wei Li, Huang Huang, Dongliang Xu, Jian Chen, Lu Zuo, Guozhi Ma, Jianjun He, Cong Li, Zhuoyin Peng, Yanjie Ren, Sheng-de Zhang

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Synthesis and Application of Fe-Doped TiO2-Halloysite Nanotubes Composite and Their Potential Application in Water Treatment by Emmanuel Nyankson, Benjamin Agyei-Tuffour, Jonas Adjasoo, Annan Ebenezer, David Dodoo-Arhin, Abu Yaya, Bismark Mensah, Johnson Kwame Efavi

“…The adsorption and photocatalytic efficiency increased with increasing amount of HNTs. …”
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Three-arm polyrotaxanes with multidirectional molecular motions as the nanocarrier for nitric oxide-enhanced photodynamic therapy against bacterial biofilms in septic arthritis by Shixin Liu, Yuanfang Jiang, Yu Zhang, Kai Lv, Jiaxin Zhu, Mei Liu, Hao Xu, Genlong Jiao, Wanyong Yang, Guodong Sun, Dong Ma

“…Although nitric oxide (NO)-enhanced photodynamic (PDT) therapy has been involved in biofilm eradication, the anti-biofilm efficacy is usually hindered by the short half-life and limited diffusion distance of active molecules. Herein, we report a three-arm structure using the photosensitive core chlorin e6 to integrate three α-cyclodextrin (α-CD) polyrotaxane chains as the supramolecular nanocarrier of NO-enhanced PDT therapy, in which NO was loaded on the cationic rings (α-CDs). …”
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Unrevealing the Impact of Annealing Condition on Catalytic Activity of PtNi Alloy Electrode Towards Oxygen Reduction Reaction by Anindya Pramudya Wardhani, Salwaa Tanaya, Retna Deca Pravitasari, Damisih Damisih, Dewi Kusuma Arti, Sri Rahayu, Muhammad Didik Gumelar, Elok Fidiani

“…In this work, we advance the fabrication of PtNi alloy electrodes through direct synthesis on the gas diffusion layer (GDL) utilizing wet chemical reduction methods. …”
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Tetrahedral-modified magnetic nanorobotic probe for enhanced imaging of cancer-related miRNA by Xue Wu, Huijie Bai, Lingfeng Jiang, Cuiping Mao, Yi Li, Diangeng Li, Yong Wang, Shan Liu, Jinhong Guo

“…However, most imaging probes are constructed on nanoparticles that rely on passive diffusion to interact and bind with the target substance, resulting a long response time and a low target recognition capability due to the solution viscous resistance. …”
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Reconfigurable application-specific photonic integrated circuit for solving partial differential equations by Ye Jiachi, Shen Chen, Peserico Nicola, Meng Jiawei, Ma Xiaoxuan, Nouri Behrouz Movahhed, Popescu Cosmin-Constantin, Hu Juejun, Kang Haoyan, Wang Hao, El-Ghazawi Tarek, Dalir Hamed, Sorger Volker J.

“…Solving mathematical equations faster and more efficiently has been a Holy Grail for centuries for scientists and engineers across all disciplines. …”
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Lightweight image encryption using integer reversible discrete Dual-Hahn transform on embedded systems by Mohamed Yamni, Achraf Daoui, Chakir El-Kasri, May Almousa, Ali Abdullah S. AlQahtani, Ahmed A. Abd El-Latif

“…We then propose a lightweight encryption algorithm based on IRDDHT, which introduces implicit diffusion and relies on parameter sensitivity to enhance security. …”
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Hierarchical Affinity Engineering in Amine-Functionalized Silica Membranes for Enhanced CO₂ Separation: A Combined Experimental and Theoretical Study by Zhenghua Guo, Qian Li, Kaidi Guo, Liang Yu

“…Excessive carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions represent a critical challenge in mitigating global warming, necessitating advanced separation technologies for efficient carbon capture. Silica-based membranes have attracted significant attention due to their exceptional chemical, thermal, and mechanical stability under harsh operating conditions. …”
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Thiourea-modified chitosan for effective adsorption of Remazol Brilliant Blue R: Synthesis, characterization, adsorption properties, and morphological effects by Ika Yuni Astuti, Adhitasari Suratman, Basant Lal, Ahmad Hosseini-Bandegharaei, Zakariyya Uba Zango, Haruna Adamu, Dwi Siswanta

“…Maximum monolayer capacities (qmax) were 580.93 mg g–1 and 675.08 mg g–1, respectively, emphasizing pore-diffusion's role. Both forms showed promise for removing RBBR from textile effluents effectively.…”
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