Okra juice used for rapid wound healing through its bioadhesive and antioxidant capabilities by Biao Zhang, Yuanqiang Li, Kaijie Wu, Liqi Wei, Yining Chen, Yuan Zhang, Yiping Ren, Tianshu Zou, Pengcheng Yu, Hongxia Ma, Rui Chen, Xin Liu, Yan Cheng

“…In this study, we develop a natural biological adhesive derived from okra juice through a simple and environmentally friendly producing process. The strongest adhesion ability of this bioadhesive to wet tissue was 5.51 kPa, the ability to inhibit 2,2-diphenyl-1-(2,4,6-trinitrophenyl) hydrazyl radical, superoxide radical, hydroxyl radical, and hydrogen peroxide was 56.58 %, 49.94 %, 53.86 %, and 52.89 %, respectively, and the ability to promote cell proliferation was 181.46 %. …”
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The impact of green HRM practices on green innovative work behaviour: empirical evidence from the hospitality sector of China and Pakistan by Karamat Khan, Eimad Hafeez Gogia, Zhen Shao, Mohd Ziaur Rehman, Assad Ullah

“…Abstract Amid a global shift towards eco-friendly practices, this study investigates the impact of green human resource management (GHRM) practices on green innovative work behavior (GIWB) in the hospitality sector, focusing on emerging and developing countries, specifically China and Pakistan. …”
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In-Situ Investigation of Copepod Predators of <i>Ichthyophthirius multifiliis</i> Theronts from Fish-Farming Pond by Lijun Wang, Bingwen Xi, Kai Chen, Jun Xie, Liangkun Pan

“…This study provides a scientific basis for further exploration and utilization of natural predators to enhance sustainable and environmentally friendly control strategies against <i>I. multifiliis</i>.…”
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The Performance and Mechanism Analysis of Cement Pastes Added to Aluminum Sulfate-Based Low-Alkali Setting Accelerator by Xingdong Lv, Yan Shi, Yun Dong, Zhiyang Gao, Beixing Li

“…We proposed a type of low-alkali liquid state setting accelerator, named HLSA; it was environmentally friendly product. To investigate the temperature adaptation and cement flexibilities of HLSA, the setting time and strength development properties of cement with HLSA were discussed in this paper. …”
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Modeling and simulation of seasonal performance of silica-polymethylpentene for diurnal radiative cooling under direct sunlight by G. N. Nwaji, C. R. Oraka, H. O. Okoro, A. C. Okoronkwo, N. V. Ogueke, E. E. Anyanwu

“…Passive radiative cooling presents a smart alternative energy solution to the increasing demand for energy, especially for thermal comfort, as it requires energy input while being environmentally friendly. Achieving cooling through radiation is, however, material dependent. …”
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Shear Behaviors of the Intersurface between Rice Straw Rope and Dredger Fill Silt: Experimental and Mechanism Studies by Guizhong Xu, Ji Chen, Shenjie Shi, Angran Tian, Qiang Tang

“…Therefore, rice straw is bundled up as ropes, which represent as drainage body and reinforcement, to make eco-friendly treatment for dredger fill silt. This paper investigates the mechanical properties and validity of rice straw rope as certain treating material of dredger fill silt through a series of pull-out test, mass loss test, and tension test on specimens with different water contents and dry densities. …”
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Decreased TNF Levels and Improved Retinal Ganglion Cell Survival in MMP-2 Null Mice Suggest a Role for MMP-2 as TNF Sheddase by Lies De Groef, Manuel Salinas-Navarro, Griet Van Imschoot, Claude Libert, Roosmarijn E. Vandenbroucke, Lieve Moons

“…Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) have been designated as both friend and foe in the central nervous system (CNS): while being involved in many neurodegenerative and neuroinflammatory diseases, their actions appear to be indispensable to a healthy CNS. …”
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Characterisation of plastic-based sanitary personal protective equipment following supercritical CO₂ sterilisation: A reuse strategy by Helga K. Ruiz, José M. Gómez-Salazar, Lourdes Calvo, Albertina Cabañas

“…These findings demonstrate that supercritical CO2 sterilization is a viable method for reusing certain PPE components or recycling them as polymeric raw materials, offering an environmentally friendly alternative to incineration. The significant potential of this technology for hospital applications is evident.…”
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An interface-based microscopic model for the failure analysis of masonry structures reinforced with timber retrofit solutions by Fabrizio Greco, Lorenzo Leonetti, Paolo Lonetti, Paolo Nevone Blasi, Arturo Pascuzzo, Giacinto Porco

“…The results indicate that the proposed retrofitting strategy is an effective and eco-friendly retrofit solution to enhance the in-plane bearing capacity of masonry structures subjected to horizontal forces. …”
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An interface-based microscopic model for the failure analysis of masonry structures reinforced with timber retrofit solutions by Fabrizio Greco, Lorenzo Leonetti, Paolo Lonetti, Paolo Nevone Blasi, Arturo Pascuzzo, Giacinto Porco

“…The results indicate that the proposed retrofitting strategy is an effective and eco-friendly retrofit solution to enhance the in-plane bearing capacity of masonry structures subjected to horizontal forces. …”
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Effects of PET Fibers on Pumpability, Shootability, and Mechanical Properties of Wet-Mix Shotcrete by Xiangfei Cui, Guoming Liu, Cheng-long Wang, Yudong Qi

“…Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) fiber from waste plastic bottles is an environmentally friendly fiber that can improve the mechanical properties of wet-mix shotcrete. …”
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Facile Method for Obtaining Gold-Coated Polyester Surfaces with Antimicrobial Properties by M. Drobota, M. Butnaru, N. Vornicu, O. Plopa, M. Aflori

“…The ideal biocidal polymeric materials should be very effective in the microorganism’s inhibition, not toxic to the human body, and environmentally friendly. In this context, this work is aimed at obtaining antimicrobial and antifungal properties at the polyester film surfaces without introducing toxic effects. …”
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Application of Physiologically Based Pharmacokinetic Models in Chemical Risk Assessment by Moiz Mumtaz, Jeffrey Fisher, Benjamin Blount, Patricia Ruiz

“…Such collaborative efforts have led to the development and use of transparent and user-friendly models. The “human PBPK model toolkit” is one such project. …”
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Advancements in Microextraction by Packed Sorbent: Insights into Sorbent Phases and Automation Strategies by Rafael Oliveira Martins, João Victor Basolli Borsatto, Camila Will, Fernando Mauro Lanças

“…Miniaturized solid-based approaches have added an eco-friendly dimension to analytical procedures, establishing themselves as promising strategies for a wide range of applications. …”
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OpenWFS—a library for conducting and simulating wavefront shaping experiments by Jeroen H Doornbos, Daniël W S Cox, Tom Knop, Harish Sasikumar, Ivo M Vellekoop

“…Moreover, we provide full integration with the Micro-Manager microscope control software, enabling WFS experiments to be executed from a user-friendly graphical user interface.…”
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Current status and advances in zinc anodes for rechargeable aqueous zinc-air batteries by Muhammad Afiq Irfan Mohd Shumiri, Abdillah Sani Mohd Najib, Nor Akmal Fadil

“…To promote sustainable development and reduce fossil fuel consumption, there is a growing demand for high-performance, cost-effective, safe and environmentally friendly batteries for large-scale energy storage systems. …”
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Isolation of <i>Bacillus paralichenifromis</i> BL-1 and Its Potential Application in Producing Bioflocculants Using Phenol Saline Wastewater by Tao Zhang, Rongkai Guo, Fanshu Liu, Lei Zhang, Linxiao Li, Rongfei Zhang, Chaogang Shao, Junbo Zhou, Fan Ding, Lan Yu

“…Microorganism-based biodegradation represents an environmentally friendly and cost-effective strategy for phenol removal. …”
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VibrioBase: A Model for Next-Generation Genome and Annotation Database Development by Siew Woh Choo, Hamed Heydari, Tze King Tan, Cheuk Chuen Siow, Ching Yew Beh, Wei Yee Wee, Naresh V. R. Mutha, Guat Jah Wong, Mia Yang Ang, Amir Hessam Yazdi

“…VibrioBase currently houses a total of 252 Vibrio genomes developed in a user-friendly manner and useful to enable the analysis of these genomic data, particularly in the field of comparative genomics. …”
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Synthesis and Application of SiO2/NbOx Composites for Environmental Remediation by Adsorption by Carla de Albuquerque Dias, Armindo Santos, Dayane Izabelita Santos Lacerda, Harlley Sander Silva Torres, Jefferson Arlen Freitas, Sérgio Carneiro Reis, Querem Hapuque Felix Rebelo

“…The findings highlight the potential of SiO2/NbOx as an efficient adsorbent for dye removal, contributing to environmentally friendly solutions for wastewater treatment.…”
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Seaweed and yeast extracts as sustainable phytostimulant to boost secondary metabolism of apricot fruits by Noemi Gatti, Moez Maghrebi, Graziella Serio, Carla Gentile, Victor V. Bunea, Ivano Vigliante, Camille Boitte, Christian Garabello, Valeria Contartese, Cinzia M. Bertea, Giuseppe Mannino

“…Expando offers a sustainable and eco-friendly approach to enhancing crop yield and nutritional value, representing a significant step towards more resilient and environmentally conscious farming practices. …”
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