Materials
Materials
Effect of composting and storage on the microbiome and resistome of cattle manure from a commercial dairy farm in Poland
15/04/2024 -
Manure from food-producing animals, rich in antibiotic-resistant bacteria and antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs), poses significant environmental and healthcare risks. Despite global efforts, most...
Use of nitrate, sulphate, and iron (III) as electron acceptors to improve the anaerobic degradation of linear alkylbenzene sulfonate: effects on removal potential and microbiota diversification
13/04/2024 -
Linear alkylbenzene sulfonate (LAS) is a synthetic anionic surfactant that is found in certain amounts in wastewaters and even in water bodies, despite its known biodegradability. This study aimed...
Impact of NaOH Treatment on the Chemical, Structural, Physico-mechanical, and Thermal Characteristics of Jute Species
15/04/2024 -
Fiber extracted from two species of jute, Corchorus olitorius (tossa) and Corchorus capsularis (white), is chemically treated with different concentrations (1–6 wt%) of NaOH....
Preparation and Characterization of Chitosan/Hydroxyapatite Nanowire Composite Scaffolds for Bone Regeneration
12/04/2024 -
In this study, chitosan/hydroxyapatite nanowire composite scaffolds were prepared by the cryogenic 3D printing method. Their properties were investigated for bone regeneration. Synthesized...
Study on Preparation and Properties of CA/PLA Nonwoven Filter Materials Optimized by Response Surface Methodology
15/04/2024 -
In order to increase the product diversity and wide application of cellulose acetate fiber in the field of nonwoven filtration, combined with the rapid development of green fiber, the response...
A biomimetic mineralized collagen hydrogel containing uniformly distributed and highly abundant dopamine?modified hydroxyapatite particles for bone tissue engineering
12/04/2024 -
Preparation process and performance characterization of self?humidifying anode gas diffusion layer.AbstractIn this paper, an anodic gas diffusion layer (GDL) with a gradient hydrophobic structured...
Xanthan gum?toughened hydrogel for durable strain and pressure sensors
12/04/2024 -
Molecular design and properties of intrinsic flame retardant P?N?B co?acting epoxy resin.AbstractCurrently, epoxy resin (EP) is widely used in various fields, but its flammability greatly limits the...
Molecular dynamics simulations of the solubility of chitosan grafted polyacrylamide and its adsorption mechanism with kaolinite: Impact of length and distribution of branched?chain
12/04/2024 -
Manufacturing process and microstructure/properties of biochar?reinforced polybutylene succinate.AbstractSustainability has become increasingly important as environmental issues continue to rise....
Gold Nanoparticles in Porous Silicon Nanotubes for Glucose Detection
15/04/2024 -
Silicon nanotubes (Si NTs) have a unique structure among the silicon nanostructure family, which is useful for diverse applications ranging from therapeutics to lithium storage/recycling. Their...
Preparation, Characterization and Application of Active Food Packaging Films Based on Sodium Alginate and Twelve Varieties of Mandarin Peel Powder
12/04/2024 -
The industrial processing of mandarin fruits yields a large amount of peel waste, resulting in economic losses and environmental pollution. The peels of mandarin fruits are a good source of biomass...
Preparation and Characterization of a Hypoglycemic Complex of Gallic Acid–Antarctic Krill Polypeptide Based on Polylactic Acid–Hydroxyacetic Acid (PLGA) and High-Pressure Microjet Microencapsulation
12/04/2024 -
Gallic acid–Antarctic krill peptides (GA-AKP) nanocapsules (GA-AKP-Ns) were prepared using a dual delivery system with complex emulsion as the technical method, a high-pressure microjet...
Composite Coatings Applied to Fresh and Blanched Chayote (Sechium edule) and Modeling of the Drying Kinetics and Sorption Isotherms
12/04/2024 -
Sustainable methods such as convective drying have regained interest in reducing the loss and waste of food produce. Combined with techniques like blanching and edible coatings, they could serve as...
Soy-Based High-Protein Spheric Foods with the Appearance of Familiar Sugary Snacks
12/04/2024 -
Excessive consumption of sugary foods increases the likelihood of obesity, as well as the preventable risk of lifestyle illnesses such as diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. Frequent intake of...
Reclaiming Agriceuticals from Sweetpotato (Ipomoea batatas [L.] Lam.) By-Products
12/04/2024 -
Sweetpotato (SP, Ipomoea batatas [L.] Lam.) is a globally significant food crop known for its high nutritional and functional values. Although the contents and compositions of bioactive constituents...
Physicochemical, Quality and Flavor Characteristics of Starch Noodles with Auricularia cornea var. Li. Powder
12/04/2024 -
Auricularia cornea var. Li., as an edible mushroom rich in various nutrients, could be widely used in noodle food. This study aimed to investigate the effect of Auricularia cornea var. Li. (AU)...
Properties and Characterization of Sunflower Seeds from Different Varieties of Edible and Oil Sunflower Seeds
13/04/2024 -
Sunflower seeds, oil, and protein powder are rich in nutritional value, but the quality of different varieties of sunflower seeds is quite different, and the comprehensive comparative analysis...
Relationships among Structure, Physicochemical Properties and In Vitro Digestibility of Starches from Ethiopian Food Barley Varieties
15/04/2024 -
Studying diversity in local barley varieties can help advance novel uses for the grain. Therefore, starch was isolated from nine Ethiopian food barley varieties to determine starch structural,...
Assessing Amylose Content with Iodine and Con A Methods, In Vivo Digestion Profile, and Thermal Properties of Amylosucrase-Treated Waxy Corn Starch
15/04/2024 -
In this study, waxy corn starch was modified with 230 U or 460 U of amylosucrase (AS) from Neisseria polysaccharea (NP) to elongate the glucan. The amylose content of the AS-modified starches was...
Polyhydroxyalkanoate Production from Eucalyptus Bark’s Enzymatic Hydrolysate
12/04/2024 -
In recent years, polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs) have gained notoriety because of their desirable properties that include proven biodegradability, biocompatibility, and thermal stability, which make...
Influence of Interface Modification on the Moisture Absorption and Thermal Resistance of Ramie Fiber/Degradable Epoxy Composites
12/04/2024 -
Natural fiber/degradable epoxy composites have received much attention for their advantages of low carbon emissions, low environmental pollution, and utilization of renewable resources. However, the...
Comparative Analysis of Crosslinking Methods and Their Impact on the Physicochemical Properties of SA/PVA Hydrogels
15/04/2024 -
Hydrogels, versatile materials used in various applications such as medicine, possess properties crucial for their specific applications, significantly influenced by their preparation methods. This...
