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Cell Seeding Strategy Influences Metabolism and Differentiation Potency of Human Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells Into Pancreatic Progenitors
25/04/2025 -
Graphical Abstract and Lay SummaryHuman induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) differentiation into specific cell lineages often shows poor reproducibility due to cell pluripotency. This study...
Synergistic Effect of Surface Microstructure and Ag3PO4 on Antimicrobial Performance of Polypropylene‐Based Composites
20/03/2025 -
Herein, composites with excellent antibacterial properties are prepared by introducing Ag3PO4 into the polypropylene matrix and regulating surface microstructure. The findings indicate that...
Green Highly Porous Bio‐Zr‐MOF/Fabric Composites for Organophosphonates Detoxification
19/03/2025 -
Discover a sustainable solution for tackling toxic organophosphates. Using bio‐based linkers and water as a solvent, we synthesize eco‐friendly Zr‐fumarate and MIP‐202 composites on fabric,...
Mixed Electrolyte Enabling Ultrafast Mass Transport and Compatibility with Polypropylene Separator for Stable and Low‐Cost Aluminum Ion Battery
03/03/2025 -
A mixed electrolyte (IL‐FB (1:5)) for aluminum ion batteries is synthesized by incorporating fluorobenzene into ionic liquid electrolyte. The IL‐FB (1:5) promotes mass transport, enabling cycling...
First Evidence of Microplastics Burden in Surface Waters of Budhabalanga Estuary, Chandipur, Eastern India: Potential Threat to Aquatic Ecosystem
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Abstract Microplastic pollution has emerged as a new global concern because of its ubiquitous and persistent nature. Due to the rising use of plastics and discharge of plastic...
Alternative Concepts for Extruded Power Cable Insulation: from Thermosets to Thermoplastics
27/12/2024 -
Crosslinked polyethylene is the most widely used insulation material for extruded high‐voltage power cables. This perspective explores alternative concepts such as click chemistry type curing,...
Tough Polyurethane Hydrogels with a Multiple Hydrogen‐Bond Interlocked Bicontinuous Phase Structure Prepared by In Situ Water‐Induced Microphase Separation
23/12/2024 -
Tough polyurethane hydrogels with a multiple hydrogen‐bond interlocked bicontinuous phase structure are prepared by in situ water‐induced microphase separation. The outstanding mechanical...
Microwave‐Powered Liquid Metal Degradation of Polyolefins
18/12/2024 -
The non‐equilibrium microwave‐powered liquid metal depolymerization is proposed for converting various polyolefin wastes into high‐value olefin monomers and narrowband hydrocarbon oils by...
Cold Plasma Treatment Facilitated the Conversion of Lignin-Derived Aldehyde for Pseudomonas putida
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Abstract Syringaldehyde derived from lignin is one of the essential intermediates for the production of basic chemicals. However, it was poorly understood for the direct microbial...
Mechanical, Thermal, and Morphological Analysis of Himalayan Agave Fiber/GO Coated Fly Ash Hybrid Polypropylene Composites
19/11/2024 -
Hybrid composites of alkali?APTES treated Himalayan agave fibers (HAF) and polypropylene (PP) successfully reinforced with graphene oxide (GO) treated fly ash (FA). The optimized reinforcement...
Initial examination of marine microplastics along Jaffna Peninsula’s coastal stretch in the Palk Strait, northern Sri Lanka
20/11/2024 -
Microplastics are pervasive pollutants in marine ecosystems worldwide and are increasingly recognized as a significant environmental threat. Sri Lanka, an island nation, is not exempt from this...
Methods for Checking the Reliability of Mathematical Models for Describing Deformation Processes of Polymer Textile Materials
01/05/2024 -
The effect of triethylbenzylammonium chloride, trimethylcetylammonium bromide, trimethyllaurylammonium bromide, and N-cetylpyridinium chloride on the dyeability of polypropylene fiber by disperse...
Application of Mathematical Statistics Methods in System Analysis of Factors Affecting Properties of Film Yarns
18/11/2024 -
Digital models of a polypropylene?technical-carbon (PP?TC) polymer composite material (CM) were constructed. The input parameters and output parameter, i.e., specific bulk electrical resistance,...
Thermal and self?curing kinetics of single pack epoxy adhesive with zeolitic imidazolate framework?8
20/11/2024 -
The efficiency of natural compounds as stabilizers against thermo?mechanical degradation during the reprocessing of a post?consumer recycled polypropylene (PCR?PP) is herein investigated. For this...
Mechanical Properties and In Vitro Degradation Study of Modified?Polylactic Acid Block Copolymers/Polyetheretherketone Biocomposites
20/11/2024 -
Polypropylene (PP) based nanocomposites reinforced by graphitic carbon nitride nanosheets exfoliated from g?C3N4 exhibited enhanced gas barrier properties and mechanical properties.Polypropylene (PP)...
Unveiling the Significance of Graphene Nanoplatelet (GNP) Localization in Tuning the Performance of PP/HDPE Blends
20/11/2024 -
High-density polyethylene (HDPE) and polypropylene (PP) blends are widely used in industries requiring mechanically durable materials, yet the impact of processing parameters on blend performance...
Effect of polyacrylic acid?polypropylene?polyacrylic acid triblock copolymers with different acid content on mechanical properties of carbon fiber/polypropylene composites
19/11/2024 -
Effect of polyacrylic acid?polypropylene?polyacrylic acid triblock copolymers (iPP?PAA) on mechanical properties and interfacial shear strength.The use of polyacrylic acid?polypropylene?polyacrylic...
Investigation of the Effect of Reprocessing on Thermal and Mechanical Properties of Polymers and Polymer Nanocomposites
16/11/2024 -
This article investigates how reprocessing impacts the thermal and mechanical characteristics of low?density polyethylene, polystyrene, polypropylene, and graphene nanoplatelets reinforced...
Enhanced Stability and Brightness through Co?Substitution: Promoting Plant Growth with Green?Excited Deep Red Phosphor Ca1?zSrzLi1?xMg2xAl3?xN4:yEu2+
16/11/2024 -
This research presents a new phosphor that effectively converts green light into deep red light, which is advantageous for plant growth, thereby facilitating spectral regulation and enhancing...
Piperine?Loaded Sodium Caseinate Nanoglobules Delivered Transdermally Through Microneedle Patch for Improved Bioavailability at Adipose Tissue
14/11/2024 -
This study focuses on optimizing the demolding process in polyurethane foam (PUR) production evaluating the interaction between different polymeric materials used for mold manufacturing and release...
The Effect of Microplastics with Different Types, Particle Sizes, and Concentrations on the Germination of Non-Heading Chinese Cabbage Seed
15/11/2024 -
Microplastics (MPs) are a new type of pollutant widely distributed in the environment. The ecological risks caused by MPs are becoming increasingly serious, especially in cultivated land where...
