Excitation Induced Tunable Emission in Ce3+/Eu3+ Codoped BiPO4 Nanophosphors by Sarabjot Singh, G. Lakshminarayana, Manoj Sharma, Thang Duy Dao, K. Chen, Yoshiki Wada, T. Takeda, T. Nagao

“…The structural and morphological analysis confirms the pure hexagonal crystal structure of the synthesized nanophosphors. From the Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectra various absorption bands respective to functional groups such as PO4 and phonon vibrations including the bending modes of the PO4 units are identified. …”
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Knowledge Graph-Enhanced Digital Twin Framework for Optimized Job Shop Scheduling in Smart Manufacturing by Nehal Tarek, Abeer D. Algarni, Nancy A. El-Hefnawy, Hatem Abdel-Kader, Amira Abdelatey

“…The emergence of Digital Twin (DT) technology over the past decade has introduced a transformative perspective to various research areas, notably the Job Shop Scheduling Problem (JSSP) in smart manufacturing. …”
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Association between composite dietary antioxidant index and hyperlipidemia in adults based on the NHANES by Kaidi Nie, Tingting Deng, Yiling Bai, Yuxian Zhang, Zhixuan Chen, Xile Peng, Lina Xia, Jiao Liu

“…Specifically, each unit increase in log-transformed CDAI was linked to a 14% decrease in hyperlipidemia risk (OR = 0.86, 95% CI: 0.77–0.95). …”
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Bio- synthesis zinc oxide nanoparticle: Azadirachta indica and Phyllanthus acidus mediated green approach for enhanced biological efficacy by G. Joesna, Abdullah Alodhayb, P. Sasikumar, T. Lalitha Sree, R. Zema Ferin, D. Sankar, A. Prabakaran, M. Prasath, Muthumareeswaran Muthuramamoorthy, M. Gulam Mohamed, M. Vimalan

“…DNA nicking protection assay studies have also shown pronounced anticancer effects. The Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR) spectrum indicates the presence of Zn-O stretching vibrations, confirming the formation of zinc oxide bonds. …”
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Caranan fibers (Mauritiella armata) and new reinforcements of polyester composites with natural fibers functionalized with graphene oxide and their application potential by Luciano Monteiro Almeida, Alisson Clay Rios da Silva, Felipe Perissé Duarte Lopes, Noan Tonini Simonassi, Sérgio Neves Monteiro, Verônica Scarpini Candido

“…This work aims to characterize the tensile mechanical properties, to evaluate their chemical compositions via Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) and Raman Spectroscopy, as well as the morphologies via Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) of the composites with the incorporation of 0, 10, 20, and 30 vol% of non-functionalized and 0.5%p/v functionalized caranan fibers. …”
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On the Suitability of Almond Shells for the Manufacture of a Natural Low-Cost Bioadsorbent to Remove Brilliant Green: Kinetics and Equilibrium Isotherms Study by R. Melhaoui, Y. Miyah, S. Kodad, N. Houmy, M. Addi, M. Abid, A. Mihamou, H. Serghini-Caid, S. Lairini, N. Tijani, C. Hano, A. Elamrani

“…Brunauer–Emmett–Teller (BET) method, for the determination of specific surface area, Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) techniques were performed to characterize the ASP adsorbent. …”
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Model Predictive Control for Automatic Carrier Landing with Time Delay by Kaikai Cui, Wei Han, Yujie Liu, Xinwei Wang, Xichao Su, Jie Liu

“…Firstly, the mathematical model for carrier landing control with time delay is given, and based on the Padé approximation (PA) principle, the model with time delay is transformed into an equivalent nondelay one. Furthermore, a guidance trajectory based on the predicted trajectory shape and position deviation is designed in the MPC framework to eliminate the influence of carrier deck motion and real-time error. …”
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Detection methods and biological treatment of typical organic compounds in tail water of chemical/pharmaceutical industrial parks by YANG Lei, FU Ruotong, JIN Wenhui, FU Shiying, SHAO Zhen, WANG Xueting, CHEN Chuan*

“…These findings provide theoretical and technological support for the further studies on advanced treatment technology or the upgrading and transformation of processes for industrial wastewater.…”
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From Bitter to Sweet: a preliminary study towards a patient-friendly Praziquantel dosage form by Zanolla, Debora, Bertoni, Serena, Passerini, Nadia, Albertini, Beatrice, Zingone, Guglielmo, Perissutti, Beatrice

“…A vibrational mill was used to process equimolar mixtures of PZQ and each sweetener, and the dispersions were characterized by means of Differential Scanning Calorimetry, Powder X-ray Diffraction, Fourier Transform-Infrared Spectrometry, water solubility and Intrinsic Dissolution Rate. …”
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The Synergistic Effect of Nitrogen Dopant and Calcination Temperature on the Visible-Light-Induced Photoactivity of N-Doped TiO2 by Yao-Tung Lin, Chih-Huang Weng, Hui-Jan Hsu, Yu-Hao Lin, Ching-Chang Shiesh

“…N dopants could retard the transformation from anatase to rutile phase. Namely, N-doping effect is attributed to the anatase phase stabilization. …”
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Pseudomonas aeruginosa Biofilm Removal from Two Kinds of Granite Commonly Found in Catering Kitchen by Khaddouj Amzil, Fatima Hamadi, Hassan Latrache, Rachida Mimouni, Hicham Abou Oualid, Khadija Azelmad, Aissa Saidi, Abdallah Elboulani, Mustapha Mabrouki

“…In addition, the surface properties of granites such as mineral composition, roughness, and physicochemical properties were determined by X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy coupled with electron diffraction spectroscopy coupled with energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (SEM-EDS), Fourier transform infrared (FTIR), atomic force microscopy (AFM), and contact angle measurement (CAM), respectively. …”
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Is Breath Best? A Systematic Review on the Accuracy and Utility of Nanotechnology Based Breath Analysis of Ketones in Type 1 Diabetes by Kamal Marfatia, Jing Ni, Veronica Preda, Noushin Nasiri

“…This review underscores the promise of nanotechnology-based breath analysis as a transformative tool for DKA management, with potential utility across varied ketotic conditions.…”
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Validating GIC Modeling in the Spanish Power Grid by Differential Magnetometry by S. Marsal, J. M. Torta, J. J. Curto, V. Canillas‐Pérez, O. Cid, M. Ibañez, A. Marcuello

“…This indirect technique, intended to obtain observations to validate GIC models, is an alternative to measuring the current flow in the transformer neutrals. It is a non‐intrusive and autonomous technique, as the procedure does not depend on the grid operator. …”
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How to increase value and reduce waste in research: initial experiences of applying Lean thinking and visual management in research leadership by Annmarie Touborg Lassen, Jesper Ryg, Torben Knudsen, Vibeke Andersen, Torkell Ellingsen, Mohammad Naghavi-Behzad, Anna-Marie Bloch Münster, Aleksander Krag, Tahir Masud, Oke Gerke, Kim Brixen, Kirsten Kyvik, Kristian Kidholm, Malene Grubbe Hildebrandt, Jørgen Ejler Pedersen, Henrik J Ditzel, Annette Langhoff, Gert Nielsen

“…Here, we share our initial experiences of implementing Lean thinking and visual management into hospital research units in the Region of Southern Denmark. A Transformation Guiding Team (TGT) anchored in the top management was established with participation from leaders, researchers and patient representatives. …”
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Tuning of controller parameters for suppressing low frequency oscillations in electric railway traction networks using meta‐heuristic algorithms by Prasenjit Dey, Phumin Kirawanich, Chaiyut Sumpavakup, Aniruddha Bhattacharya

“…Also, the total harmonic distortion (THD) for line currents of the secondary side of traction transformer (TT) are obtained as 0.88%, 2.17%, and 12.48% for CHIO, SOS, and PSO, respectively.…”
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Analyzing the impact of social media sentiments on government response during natural disasters in Pakistan by Fazal Tariq, Muhammad Tufail, Taj Rehman

“…The sentiments are transformed into actionable insights using the Enhanced Hybrid Dark Social Analytical Framework (EHDSAF) technique across different areas. …”
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Applying multi-theory model to determine intentions to smoking cessation among male health worker smokers in Kabul, Afghanistan by Mousa Bashir, Farkhondeh Amin Shokravi, Anoshirvan Kazemnejad

“…The sustenance of smoking cessation behavior was significantly influenced by emotional transformation, practicing for change and changes in social environment.ConclusionMTM has the usefulness to assess both the initiation and sustenance behavior of smoking cessation. …”
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Anomaly Usage Behavior Detection Based on Multi-Source Water and Electricity Consumption Information by Wenqing Zhou, Chaoqiang Chen, Qin Yan, Bin Li, Kang Liu, Yingjun Zheng, Hongming Yang, Hui Xiao, Sheng Su

“…Experiments are implemented in a real low-voltage transformer area to prove the validity of the proposed method.…”
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Experimental and numerical simulation study on microstructure, residual stress and mechanical properties of Fe–Mn–C–Cr cryogenic high-manganese steel arc-welded joint by Jiang Yang, Honggang Dong, Guangfeng Wu, Feng Xiong

“…The results reveal that abnormal grain growth occurred in HAZ, and the average grain size of base metal and HAZ is about 36.9 μm and 103.8 μm, respectively, but there was no phase transformation. A large number of continuous lamellar or rod-shaped precipitates with a size of 200 nm × 60 nm, identified as Cr23C6 carbides, can be observed along the grain boundary in HAZ. …”
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Revolutionizing Management Accounting: The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Predictive Analytics, Automated Reporting, and Decision-Making by Milos Pavlovic, Cedomir Gligoric, Filip Zdravkovic, Danijela Pavlovic

“… Background and Aim: This study investigates the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on traditional management accounting practices, focusing on predictive analytics, automated reporting, and decision-making processes. …”
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