Materials
Materials
Nanosized TiO2 synthesis via facile chemical top-down approach: enhancing gaseous photocatalytic performance
30/11/2023 -
Abstract The enhancement of photocatalytic efficacy in the field of materials science is a pivotal objective, particularly in the case of titanium dioxide (TiO2). In this study, a...
Preparation and Characterization of High-Performance Composite Coatings Compatible with Near-Infrared Low Reflectivity and Low Infrared Emissivity
30/11/2023 -
Polyurethane (PU)/Al-graphene composite coating with low infrared emissivity, a low near-infrared reflectivity of 1.06 μm, and satisfactory mechanical properties was prepared by using Al...
Atomic-scale insights into damage produced by swift heavy ions in polyethylene
27/11/2023 -
Abstract We describe the formation of swift heavy ion tracks in polyethylene (PE) by combining the Monte Carlo code TREKIS, which models electronic excitation in nanometric...
Polymeric dispersant incorporated with fatty acid as TiO2 anchoring group for surface coating applications
21/11/2023 -
Abstract Compatibility of polymeric dispersant with other components in a coating is an important criterion to formulate coating with desirable optical properties, particularly...
Preparation and Testing of Anti-Corrosion Properties of New Pigments Containing Structural Units of Melamine and Magnesium Cations (Mg2+)
19/11/2023 -
This paper deals with the properties and testing of newly prepared organic pigments based on melamine cyanurate containing magnesium or zinc cations depending on their composition and anticorrosive...
Sustainable Recovery of Anthocyanins and Other Polyphenols from Red Cabbage Byproducts
17/11/2023 -
The objective of this work was to develop a sustainable process for the extraction of anthocyanins from red cabbage byproducts using, for the first time, apple vinegar in extractant composition. Our...
Sealing Wax and Bottles in Bags—A Paradigm Shift in Refined Olive Oil Packaging: Preliminary Results
17/11/2023 -
Generally, olive oil possesses natural protection against oxidation due to antioxidant compounds such as phenols and tocopherols. However, in the case of refined olive oil, the refining process...
High Light Intensity and CO2 Enrichment Synergistically Mitigated the Stress Caused by Low Salinity in Pyropia yezoensis
17/11/2023 -
Macroalgae, playing a crucial role in coastal marine ecosystems, are subject to multiple environmental challenges due to tidal and seasonal alterations. In this work, we investigated the...
Full?color Generation Via Photo?tunable Mono Ink for Fast and Elaborate Printings
09/11/2023 -
Unlike pigment?based colors, which are determined by their molecular structure, diverse colors can be expressed by a regular arrangement of nanomaterials. However, existing techniques for...
Effects of Foliar Spraying of Organic Selenium and Nano-Selenium Fertilizer on Pak Choi (Brassica chinensis var. pekinensis. cv. ‘Suzhouqing’) under Low Temperature Stress
13/11/2023 -
The effects of foliar spraying of organic selenium and nano-selenium fertilizer on pak choi (Brassica chinensis var. pekinensis. cv. ‘Suzhouqing’) under low temperature...
Black, Red and White: Characterization of Painting Materials on a Group of Bwa Masks from Burkina Faso
11/11/2023 -
The distinctive and visually striking wooden masks associated with the Bwa culture in Burkina Faso, West Africa, are carved from a soft wood into different shapes and display various geometrical...
Using an Al-Incorporated Deep Black Pigment Coating to Enhance the Solar Absorptance of Iron Oxide-Rich Particles
10/11/2023 -
The use of solid particles as direct heat absorbance and storage media promises enhanced storage densities in concentrated solar power (CSP) technologies. The long-term optical performance of those...
Comprehensive Update on Carotenoid Colorants from Plants and Microalgae: Challenges and Advances from Research Laboratories to Industry
10/11/2023 -
The substitution of synthetic food dyes with natural colorants continues to be assiduously pursued. The current list of natural carotenoid colorants consists of plant-derived annatto (bixin and...
Natural Sources of Food Colorants as Potential Substitutes for Artificial Additives
12/11/2023 -
In recent years, the demand of healthier food products and products made with natural ingredients has increased overwhelmingly, led by the awareness of human beings of the influence of food on their...
Production of alginate?based emulsion microgel particles to encapsulate soybean oil emulsions stabilized by whey protein aggregates using an air?atomization system
07/11/2023 -
AbstractAn extensive investigation of the interaction of thermoplastic olefin (TPO) compounds with high frequency radar wave has been conducted to understand how TPO materials affect radar sensor...
Eco-Friendly Multilayer Coating Harnessing the Functional Features of Curcuma-Based Pigment and Rice Bran Wax as a Hydrophobic Filler
08/11/2023 -
This work aims to highlight the multiple features shown by curcuma-based pigment and rice bran wax, which can be selectively employed as bio-based additives for the realization of multilayer wood...
High performance polymeric aluminum silicate sulfate (PASS) flocculant from abandoned molecular sieve
06/11/2023 -
PASS is an innovative inorganic polymer flocculant (IPF), which possesses the advantages of a polysilicate/aluminum sulfate-based flocculant. Recently, solid wastes rich in Si and Al, such as...
Biofouling reduction of EPDM by radiation?assisted modification for water environment applications
05/11/2023 -
Flame Retardant Effect of Intumescent Coating on Rigid Polyurethane foam.AbstractThe design of environment?friendly fireproof rigid polyurethane foams (RPUFs) that completely prevent ignition or the...
Development of acrylic based antimicrobial water?based ink using curcumin for active packaging applications
05/11/2023 -
Schematic representation of antimicrobial ink using curcumin for active packaging.This experiment was conducted to formulate a water?based ink with antimicrobial properties for packaging...
Fermentative Production of β-Carotene from Sugarcane Bagasse Hydrolysate by Rhodotorula glutinis CCT-2186
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Abstract Î?-Carotene is a redâ??orange pigment that serves as a precursor to important pharmaceutical molecules like vitamin A and retinol, making it highly significant in the...
Recent Advances in the Carotenoids Added to Food Packaging Films: A Review
02/11/2023 -
Food spoilage is one of the key concerns in the food industry. One approach is the improvement of the shelf life of the food by introducing active packaging, and another is intelligent packaging....
