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Sustainable Biopolymers in Eco?Friendly Triboelectric Energy Harvesting
06/11/2024 - This work begins with a review of the recent advancements in the realm of triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs) that utilize sustainable biopolymers. Subsequently, it summarizes the advantages and...
Intratumoral Injectable Redox?Responsive Immune Niche Improves the Abscopal Effect in Radiotherapy
06/11/2024 - An intratumoral injectable nanofiber?based tumor immune niche (TIN) is engineered with redox?responsive IL?2 nanogels (NGs), ??CTLA?4 NGs, and poly(I:C). The TIN converts X?ray radiotherapy...
Nanocellulose?Incorporated Composite Membranes of PEO?Based Rubbery Polymers for Carbon Dioxide Capture
04/11/2024 - To achieve sustainable and energy?efficient CO2 capture processes, it is imperative to develop membranes that possess both high CO2 permeability and selectivity. One promising approach involves...
Design and Synthesis of Dual Galectin?3 and EGFR Inhibitors Against Liver Fibrosis
06/11/2024 - Liver fibrosis, mainly arising from chronic viral or metabolic liver diseases, is a significant global health concern. There is currently only one FDA?approved drug (Resmetirom) in the market to...
Recent development towards the novel applications and future prospects for cellulose-metal organic framework hybrid materials: a review
06/11/2024 - The hybrid material created by combining cellulose and MOF is highly promising and possesses a wide range of useful properties. Cellulose-based metal–organic frameworks (CelloMOFs) combine the...
A Simple Method to Synthesize Three-Dimensional Network Adsorbent of Nanocellulose Dispersed Fe(OH)3 for Enhanced Adsorption of Congo Red
06/11/2024 - The outstanding adsorption capabilities of Fe(OH)3 nanoparticles have been widely studied for water treatment, owing to its cost-effectiveness, straightforward synthesis method, and environmental...
Electrical conductivity enhancement of chopped carbon fiber?reinforced epoxy composite bipolar plate for proton exchange membrane fuel cells
06/11/2024 - The presented thermoplastic polythiourethanes show a macromolecular metamorphosis in which linear polymers are converted into insoluble polymer networks.AbstractBiodegradable thermoplastic...
Development and characterization of fluorescent cellulose succinate hydrogels for efficient chromium adsorption
04/11/2024 - Abstract This study focuses on developing and characterizing of fluorescent cellulose-based hydrogelsfor efficient chromium (Cr(VI)) adsorption. For this purpose,...
Synthesis and Application of Biodegradable Cellulose Hydrogels From Sunflower Husks as a Water?Retaining Material in Agriculture
04/11/2024 - ABSTRACTThe water shortage is currently a major problem for agriculture around the world, and this, in turn, can negatively impact food safety. Therefore, in this article, acrylamide monomer (AAm)...
Rapid Synthesis of Self?Healing, pH?Responsive IA?Based Hydrogels via Frontal Polymerization
04/11/2024 - The present investigation addresses a gap in knowledge regarding the development of itaconic acid–based self?healing poly(IA?co?HPA?co?AAc) hydrogels. By employing a rapid frontal polymerization...
Fertilization with Olive Mill Pomace Compost Can Moderate Pest Damage in a Superintensive Olive Grove
07/11/2024 - Olive cultivation is a key agricultural activity in Spain, primarily for producing oil. The extraction process of olive oil from the drupe yields a by-product known as...
Evaluation of the Nutritional Value of Insect-Based Complete Pet Foods
07/11/2024 - Since the legalization of insect protein in pet food, a variety of products incorporating this ingredient have emerged on the market. Although edible insects are acknowledged for high protein...
Eco-Friendly Alternatives in Leather Production: Performance of Biodegradable Alginate-Based Retanned Leather Compared to Conventional Leathers and Plant-Based Materials
07/11/2024 - This study explores the development and characterization of biodegradable leather using alginate derivatives as sustainable tanning agents, aiming to reduce the environmental impact associated with...
A Decision Framework for Selecting Highly Sustainable Packaging Circular Model in Mass-Customized Packaging Industry
07/11/2024 - The selection of a sustainable packaging circular model approach entails numerous obstacles under rapidly developing circumstances, such as environmental factors, market competition, and advancing...
Enhancement of Skin Anti-Wrinkling Effects of Arthrospira maxima Phycocynobilin by Combining with Wheat Bran Extract
07/11/2024 - Despite the many beneficial effects of phycocyanobilin (PCB) on human skin, its cosmetic applications have not been extensively investigated owing to its light and temperature sensitivity. This is...
Study on the Development Rule of Mudstone Cracks in Open-Pit Mine Dumps Improved with Xanthan Gum
06/11/2024 - The stability of open-pit mine slopes is crucial for safety, especially for spoil dump slopes, which are prone to cracks leading to landslides. This study investigates the use of xanthan gum (XG) to...
Influence of Terroir on the Grain Composition, and Volatile Profile of Irish Grain (Wheat) New Make Spirit
05/11/2024 - Terroir refers to the combination of environmental factors, such as climate, soil, and agricultural practices, that shape the characteristics of a crop, contributing to the unique qualities of the...
Screening of the Nutritional Properties, Bioactive Components, and Antioxidant Properties in Legumes
05/11/2024 - This study provides an assessment of nutrients (protein, amino acid profiles, fiber, starch), phenolic content TPC, flavonoid content TFC, and antioxidant capacity through different in vitro methods...
Study on the Structural Characteristics and Foaming Properties of Ovalbumin—Citrus Pectin Conjugates Prepared by the Maillard Reaction
06/11/2024 - This study explored the structural features and foaming properties of ovalbumin (OVA) and its glycosylated conjugates with citrus pectin (CP) formed through the Maillard reaction. The results...
Inhibitory Effect of DNase–Chitosan–Nisin Nanoparticles on Cell Viability, Motility, and Spatial Structures of Listeria monocytogenes Biofilms
06/11/2024 - Listeria monocytogenes biofilm contamination on food contact surfaces is a major concern for the food industry. Nanoparticle encapsulation appears as a novel strategy for food surface disinfection to...
A Nondestructive Detection Method for the Muti-Quality Attributes of Oats Using Near-Infrared Spectroscopy
07/11/2024 - This study aimed to achieve a precise and non-destructive quantification of the amounts of total starch, protein, β-glucan, and fat in oats using near-infrared technology in conjunction...