High-performance single-atom M/TiO2 catalysts in the reverse water-gas shift reaction: A comprehensive experimental and theoretical investigation by Moshood O. Bolarinwa, Aasif A. Dabbawala, Shamraiz Hussain Talib, Georgian Melinte, Thomas Delclos, Abdulmuizz Adamson, Abbas Khaleel, Kyriaki Polychronopoulou, Dalaver H. Anjum

“…Single-atom catalysts (SACs) offer high efficiency and selectivity in chemical reactions but face challenges in converting CO2 to CO via the reverse water gas shift (RWGS) reactions. …”
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Magnetic Reconnection: An Alternative Explanation of Radio Emission in Galaxy Clusters by Subham Ghosh, Pallavi Bhat

“…Previous models for acceleration, such as diffusive shock acceleration and that due to turbulence, can fall short in terms of efficiency. …”
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Stagnation and Pseudo‐Stagnation Lines for Separating 3D Groundwater Flow Systems in Tóthian Basins by Zhi‐Yuan Zhang, Xiao‐Wei Jiang, Peng‐Yu Zhou, Okke Batelaan, Xu‐Sheng Wang, Peng‐Fei Han, Li Wan

“…This study enhances the efficiency of dividing groundwater flow systems in 3D basins and also improves the knowledge on how stagnation or pseudo‐stagnation points influence streamlines and trajectories.…”
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The NaBH4 Reduction and pH Effects on the Optical Property of Bismuth Vanadate by Riapanitra Anung, Julian Haryanto Michael, Setyaningtyas Tien, Riyani Kapti, Nur Handayani Santi

“…Optical absorption data using a UV-visible diffuse reflectance spectrophotometer showed that the reduction process increases the maximum absorption edge to 575 nm and reduces the band gap energy to 2.78 eV at high pH. …”
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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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Biogeochemical cycling of sedimentary organic carbon and benthic nutrient fluxes in the semi-enclosed Jinhae Bay, Korea: insights into benthic-pelagic coupling by Sung-Uk An, Sung-Uk An, Kyung-Tae Kim, Sung-Han Kim, Sung-Han Kim, Ju-Wook Baek, Ju-Wook Baek, Hyun-Jeong Jeong, Hyun-Jeong Jeong, Chul-In Sun, Jin Young Choi, Jin Young Choi, Sokjin Hong, Dae In Lee, Jae Seong Lee, Jae Seong Lee

“…The total oxygen uptake (TOU) rates ranged from 38.4 to 49.6 mmol O2 m–2 d–1, and diffusive oxygen uptake (DOU) rates ranged from 12.3 ± 1.8 to 15.1 ± 1.4 mmol O2 m–2 d–1. …”
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Mechanism of OH*-Modified 4H-SiC Surface with Scratches Based on ReaxFF MD Simulation by Dongxiao Yan, Hui Huang, Mingpu Xue, Nian Duan

“…OH* generated through plasma catalysis offers several advantages, including a long survival time, high modification efficiency, and environmental friendliness. Consequently, a plasma-assisted polishing technology has rapidly developed. …”
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Exploring Raw Red Clay as a Supplementary Cementitious Material: Composition, Thermo-Mechanical Performance, Cost, and Environmental Impact by Mohammed Drissi, Othmane Horma, Ahmed Mezrhab, Mustapha Karkri

“…It was found that incorporating up to 5% by weight of raw clay slightly impacted compressive strength while significantly improving thermal conductivity and diffusivity, cost-efficiency, and environmental sustainability, making it an appealing option for structural applications requiring high mechanical resistance. …”
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Bottom trawl surveys show a sharp decline in European eel (Anguilla anguilla) abundance in northern European coastal waters by Henrik Svedäng, Henrik Svedäng

“…Such uncertainties make evaluating stock status and the efficiency of eel management plans (EMPs) difficult. …”
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Direct Pore‐Scale Numerical Simulation of Microbially Induced Calcium Carbonate Precipitation by Mohammad Amin Razbani, Espen Jettestuen, Anja Røyne

“…MICP is simulated in a sample porous geometry in 2D using a native geochemical solver and a lattice Boltzmann solver that handles diffusive transport. We present reactive‐transport factors to up‐scale pore‐scale effects and quantify the efficiency of MICP at different stages of the process. …”
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Experimental characterization of chemical mineral composition and morphology of titanium in carbonized slag particles by Jianxin Wang, Dong Yue, Liangying Wen, Liwen Hu, Xueming Lv

“…The form of titanium in the carbonized slag particles has a significant influence on the efficiency in the selective fluidized chlorination process for extracting titanium. …”
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Impregnation of ZnO onto a Vegetal Activated Carbon from Algerian Olive Waste: A Sustainable Photocatalyst for Degradation of Ethyl Violet Dye by Ala Abdessemed, Shivatharsiny Rasalingam, Sanna Abdessemed, Kamel El Zin Djebbar, Ranjit Koodali

“…The synthesized AC-ZnO material was characterized using powder X-ray diffraction, BET surface area measurements, Raman microscopy, thermogravimetric analysis, UV-visible diffuse reflectance spectroscopy, and zeta potential measurements. …”
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Two-Layer Security for Image Encryption: A Switched System Approach by Uyen L. P. Nguyen, Long Tonthat, Vo-Tan Phuoc, Lap Luat Nguyen

“…This key matrix is used to diffuse the image pixels from the first layer, providing the second layer of security. …”
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Unsteady Flow Mechanisms of the Stability Improvement for an Optimized Compressor by T. Zhou, Z. X. Liu, X. J. Li, M. Zhao, Y. J. Zhao, L. C. Xu

“…In this study, a collaborative optimization of the P-S and the impeller-diffuser is firstly carried out. The results show that the optimized compressor exhibits higher efficiency and larger flow stability range than the original and the solid-casing compressors. …”
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QS molecules change the planktonic/mineral subpopulations distribution of moderately thermophilic leaching bacteria in pyrite and decrease leaching in chalcopyrite by Beatriz Salas, Beatriz Salas, Sören Bellenberg, Emelie Nilsson, Luna López-Tomasovic, Mark Dopson, Mario Vera, Mario Vera

“…Mixed microbial consortia composed of moderate thermophiles such as Sulfobacillus and some Leptospirillum species improve metal extraction efficiency at higher temperatures compared to pure cultures of mesophiles. …”
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Drying kinetics and stability of fatty acids in grape pomace seeds under mild thermal conditions by Rudonja Nedžad R., Zlatanović Ivan J., Vujović Dragan S., Sekar Subramani, Jeyachristy Sam Annie, Gligorević Kosta B.

“…Effective moisture diffusivity values varied considerably among cultivars, reflecting differences in pomace structure and seed composition. …”
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Synergetic Enhancement of the Photocatalytic Activity of TiO2 with Visible Light by Sensitization Using a Novel Push-Pull Zinc Phthalocyanine by A. Luna-Flores, M. A. Valenzuela, J. A. Luna-López, A. D. Hernández de la Luz, L. C. Muñoz-Arenas, M. Méndez-Hernández, J. L. Sosa-Sánchez

“…The hybrid photocatalyst was characterized by UV-Vis diffuse reflectance (DRS) and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR) and its photocatalytic activity was compared with that of the individual components considering the effects of sensitization on their efficiency to degrade Rhodamine B as a model reaction. …”
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Macrophage-targeting Antisenescence nanomedicine enables in-Situ NO induction for Gaseous and antioxidative atherosclerosis intervention by Yuanyuan Peng, Wei Feng, Hui Huang, Yu Chen, Shaoling Yang

“…This “two-birds-one-stone” nanotherapeutic offers a novel approach for regulating vascular microenvironment homeostasis and improving therapeutic efficiency in atherosclerosis treatment.…”
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Aerodynamic optimization for stability improvement of a centrifugal compressor using arbitrary-shape volute design by Richard Amankwa Adjei, Chengwei Fan, Salman Ijaz, Hao Zou

“…An improvement of 1.32 %, and 67.85 % in isentropic efficiency, and static pressure rise coefficient were attained with a reduction in total pressure loss coefficient of 10.21 %. …”
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Green Synthesis of Fe₂O₃ Nanoparticles Using <i>Eucalyptus globulus</i> Leaf Extract on <i>Pinus radiata</i> Sawdust for Cationic Dye Adsorption by Pablo Salgado, Eduardo Aedo, Gladys Vidal

“…The reusability of Fe₂O₃@PS under optimal conditions was tested and it was found to maintain its efficiency after five cycles of use. The efficiency and rate of RhB removal observed at pH values near 7.0 were found to be predominantly influenced by electrostatic interactions. …”
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