Co-treatment of industrial air streams using A.O.P. and adsorption processes by P. Monneyron, A. De La Guardia, M. H. Manero, E. Oliveros, M. T. Maurette, F. Benoit-Marquié

“…Prior to adsorption/photocatalysis cyclic study, new TiO2 based catalysts were prepared by impregnating commercial zeolites in pellets form using a sol-gel technique. …”
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Estimate Zinc-Oxide Particles on PMMA Mechanical Properties by Saja Ali Muhsin, Israa Mohammed Hummudi, Makarem A.R. Al-Ani

“…Approach: The ZnO powder was added to the acrylic polymer powder in two percentages of 2% and 4% by weight. The prepared sample of acrylic resin was evaluated with impact and transverse strength (n=10). …”
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Effect of Video vs. Lecture/Demonstration in Improving Nursing Interns’ Knowledge and Skills Regarding External Ventricular Drain (EVD): A Quasi-Experimental Study by Fadi Shehadeh, Diana Lalithabai, Khalid AlGhamdi, Abdulla Rababah, Mohammed AlShahrani

“…The data were gathered using a questionnaire prepared by the researchers. Results: The mean score of the lecture group was 68.2 +/-21.1, and in the video group, 78.5 +/-21.6. …”
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A method for identifying surface contamination components of composite insulators based on hyperspectral imaging by MIAO Jin, QIN Jun, CHEN Junyu, WU Junfeng, REN Ming, LIU Runyu

“…Firstly， silicone rubber samples with single or mixed contamination of seven typical pollutants are prepared using standard artificial contamination methods， and hyperspectral 2D pixel data of these samples are acquired under simulated sunlight conditions. …”
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Structural, Optical Constants and Photoluminescence of ZnO Thin Films Grown by Sol-Gel Spin Coating by Abdel-Sattar Gadallah, M. M. El-Nahass

“…The transmittance of the prepared thin films is 92.4% and 88.4%. Determination of the optical constants such as refractive index, absorption coefficient, and dielectric constant in this wavelength range has been evaluated. …”
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Analysis of the level of knowledge of disaster preparedness attitudes in dealing with the Gamalama volcano disaster among students in senior high schools in the city of Ternate by Abdullah Irwan, Maryani Enok, Ningrum Epon

“…It is essential to enhance disaster-related knowledge in schools located in areas vulnerable to the Gamalama Volcano eruption through formal education, ensuring that students are better prepared to respond effectively during disasters.…”
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Mixed Ligand Complexes of N-Methyl-N-phenyl Dithiocarbamate: Synthesis, Characterisation, Antifungal Activity, and Solvent Extraction Studies of the Ligand by Anthony C. Ekennia, Damian C. Onwudiwe, Cyril Ume, Eno E. Ebenso

“…A series of mixed ligand dithiocarbamate complexes with a general formula [ML2(py)2], where M = Mn(II), Co(II), Ni(II), and Cu(II), py = pyridine, and L = N-methyl-N-phenyl dithiocarbamate have been prepared and characterised by elemental analysis, FTIR and Uv spectroscopy, magnetic moment, and thermogravimetric and conductance analysis. …”
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Processing and Performance of Polymeric Transparent Conductive Composites by Parul Jain, Ranjani Muralidharan, Jennifer Sedloff, Xiao Li, Norma A. Alcantar, Julie P. Harmon

“…In this study, such reticulate doped polymer films were prepared by exposing solid solutions of bis(ethylenedioxy) tetrathiafulvalene (BEDO-TTF) in polycarbonate (PC) to iodine, forming conductive charge transfer complexes. …”
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Fire Propagation Performance of Intumescent Fire Protective Coatings Using Eggshells as a Novel Biofiller by M. C. Yew, N. H. Ramli Sulong, M. K. Yew, M. A. Amalina, M. R. Johan

“…A few intumescent flame-retardant coatings based on these three ecofriendly fire retardant additives ammonium polyphosphate phase II, pentaerythritol and melamine mixed together with flame-retardant fillers, and acrylic binder have been prepared and designed for steel. The fire performance of the coatings has conducted employing BS 476: Part 6-Fire propagation test. …”
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The effect of beet leaf (Beta vulgaris) extract on learning and memory after cerebral ischemic reperfusion in rats by Kobra Mirahmadi, Najmeh Asgharzadeh, Zahra Lorigooini, Marzieh Mardani, Zahra Rabiei, Diana Shahrani, Mohamad Shahrani, Mehrdad Shahrani Korrani

“…This study was conducted to determine the effect of Beta vulgaris hydroalcoholic extract on learning and memory caused by transient cerebral ischemia. Methods: After preparing the herbal extract, the rats were divided into six groups: control, sham, ischemia, and 3 ischemic groups that received the extract. …”
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Maturing conditions of bimetallic nanocomposites as a new factor influencing Au–Ag synergism and impact of Cu(II) and/or Fe(III) on luminescence by Veronika Svačinová, Tomáš Pluháček, Martin Petr, Karolina Siskova

“…As referent systems, monometallic gold nanoclusters (AuNCs) and protein treated by the conditions of synthesis and maturing were prepared and investigated. The selected types of maturing conditions led to distinct changes in fluorescence characteristics and, consequently, Au–Ag synergism extent (evaluated as the ratio of fluorescence quantum yields of GSNCs versus AuNCs). …”
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Improvement in Carbonation Resistance of Portland Cement Mortar Incorporating γ-Dicalcium Silicate by Zhengxin Chen, Yunsu Lee, Hyeongkyu Cho, Hanseung Lee, Seungmin Lim

“…Cement mortar specimens containing 0%, 5%, 10%, 20%, and 40% γ-C2S as cement replacement were prepared. After water curing for 28 days followed by curing in an environmental chamber for 28 days, the specimens were then exposed to an accelerated carbonation with 5% CO2 concentration for 28 days. …”
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Self-Efficacy and Moral Education in Enhancing the Moral Development and Social Intelligence of Muslim Adolescents by Idi Warsah, Ruly Morganna, Berliani Aslam Alkiromah Warsah, Bizikrika Hably Hudaya Warsah

“…Structured moral education provides a strong foundation for students' personal and social development, preparing them to become ethical, confident, and adaptable individuals in society.…”
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Effect of Zeolite Modification via Cationic Exchange Method on Mechanical, Thermal, and Morphological Properties of Ethylene Vinyl Acetate/Zeolite Composites by N. D. Zaharri, N. Othman, Z. A. Mohd Ishak

“…In this research, organozeolite filled ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) composites were prepared in a melt-mixing process and followed by compression molding using hot press machine according to standard test specimen. …”
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Effect of Cylinder Size on the Modulus of Elasticity and Compressive Strength of Concrete from Static and Dynamic Tests by Byung Jae Lee, Seong-Hoon Kee, Taekeun Oh, Yun-Yong Kim

“…For the purposes, two sets of one hundred and twenty concrete cylinders, 150 by 300 mm and 100 by 200 mm, were prepared from three different mixtures with target compressive strengths of 30, 35, and 40 MPa. …”
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Effects of V on the dual-phase heterostructure FeCrNiVx medium-entropy alloys by Peng Sang, Ningning Liang, Lei Gu, Liangyu Chen, Yuan Lei, Zan Zhang, Yongsheng Li

“…The heterogeneous FCC and BCC dual-phase FeCrNiVx MEAs (x = 0, 0.1, 0.2 and 0.3, mole fraction) were designed and prepared to elevate the mechanical properties. The addition of V induces the BCC in FeCrNi MEAs with single-phase FCC, the dual-phase morphology improves the strength and work-hardening capacity. …”
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Retrospective Analysis of Penicillin G Minimum Inhibitory Concentration for Gram-Positive Isolates of Non-Severe Clinical Mastitis by Stefanie Leimbach, Franziska Nankemann, Anne Tellen, Doris Klocke, Nicole Wente, Yanchao Zhang, Volker Krömker

“…<b>Methods</b>: Based on minimal inhibitory concentration (MIC) studies of 1489 isolates of Gram-positive microorganisms isolated from bovine mastitis cases, the extent to which penicillin preparations can fulfil their role as first-line treatment and in how many cases insufficient efficacy must be assumed was assessed in comparison with more recent studies on the achievable levels of active substances in milk. …”
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Using platelet concentrates to treat maxillofacial tissue lesions by Ruijia Liu, Siqi Chen, Peng Wang, Peng Wang, Ruiye Bi, Ruiye Bi

“…However, more studies should refine the preparation and treatment methods for platelet concentrates and establish a foundation for their extensive application.…”
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Structural characterization of oligosaccharide from Spirulina platensis and its effect on the faecal microbiota in vitro by Bingna Cai, Xiangxi Yi, Qian Han, Jianyu Pan, Hua Chen, Huili Sun, Peng Wan

“…In the present study, an oligosaccharide SPO-1 from Spirulina platensis was prepared by glycosidase from a marine bacterium. The prebiotic activity of SPO-1 on the growth of Lactobacillus paracasei and Bifidobacterium animalis, and its effect on human gut microbiota were examined in vitro. …”
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Rapid Characterization of Tanshinone Extract Powder by Near Infrared Spectroscopy by Gan Luo, Bing Xu, Xinyuan Shi, Jianyu Li, Shengyun Dai, Yanjiang Qiao

“…Chemical and physical quality attributes of herbal extract powders play an important role in the research and development of Chinese medicine preparations. The active pharmaceutical ingredients have a direct impact on the herbal extract’s efficacy, while the physical properties of raw material affect the pharmaceutical manufacturing process and the final products’ quality. …”
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