Extreme Heating of Minor Ions in Imbalanced Solar-wind Turbulence by Michael F. Zhang, Matthew W. Kunz, Jonathan Squire, Kristopher G. Klein

“…Minor ions in the solar corona are heated to extreme temperatures, far in excess of those of the electrons and protons that comprise the bulk of the plasma. …”
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Low dielectric loss in vanadium-based zircon ceramics via high-entropy strategy by Yuheng Zhang, Huaicheng Xiang, Xiaoyu Wu, Yang Zhou, Ying Tang, Liang Fang

“…Furthermore, the relationship between the crystal structure and the microwave dielectric properties of (Nd0.2Eu0.2Y0.2Ho0.2Yb0.2)VO4 high-entropy ceramics was analyzed through high resolution transmission electron microscopy (HRTEM), Raman spectroscopy, far-infrared reflection spectroscopy, and chemical bond theory. …”
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Synthesis and optical properties of LaSrGaO4:RE3+ (RE = Sm, Eu, Ho) single crystals via optical float zone method by Hasan Yilmaz, Masahiko Isobe, Oliver Clemens, Markus Suta, Pascal Puphal

“…X-ray diffraction (XRD) characterization shows that the compound crystallizes in a tetragonal crystal system with the space group I4/mmm (no. 139) with homogenous distribution of the dopants shown via backscattered electron (BSE) imaging. Photoluminescence studies at both 77 K and 298 K reveal that the incorporated lanthanoid ions brightly emit and even show unusual transitions due to the low cutoff phonon energy of the host compound that limits non-radiative loss pathways. …”
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Structure, Optical Properties, and Photocatalytic Activity towards H2 Generation and CO2 Reduction of GaN Nanowires via Vapor-Liquid-Solid Process by Hong Pang, Lequan Liu, Shuxin Ouyang, Hua Xu, Yunxiang Li, Defa Wang

“…Morphology, crystal structure, and optical property of the as-synthesized GaN nanowires are characterized by means of X-ray diffraction, scanning/transmission electron microscopy, UV-vis diffuse reflection spectroscopy, and room temperature photoluminescence. …”
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Effect of Fly Ash and Cement on the Engineering Characteristic of Stabilized Subgrade Soil: An Experimental Study by Partab Rai, Wenge Qiu, Huafu Pei, Jihui Chen, Xufeng Ai, Yang Liu, Mahmood Ahmad

“…This study involves laboratory tests to obtain the Atterberg limit, free swell index (FSI), the unconfined compressive strength (UCS), the California bearing ratio (CBR), and the scanning electron microscope (SEM). The test results for the subgrade soil illustrate that the Atterberg limit, plasticity index, and free swell index are decreasing with the addition of different proportions of fly ash and cement, i.e., 0%, 5%, 10%, 15%, and 20% and 0%, 2%, 4%, 6%, and 8%, respectively. …”
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Reversible Oxygenation of α-Amino Acid–Cobalt(II) Complexes by Xincun Zhang, Fan Yue, Hui Li, Yan Huang, Yi Zhang, Hongmei Wen, Jide Wang

“…The specific configuration of the α-amino acid group affects the eg1 electron of Co(II) transfer to the π⁎ orbit of O2; this phenomenon also favors the reversible formation and dissociation of Co–O2 bond when O2 coordinates with Co(II) complexes. …”
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Synthesis of Transition Metal-Nanochitosan Composites Using Ni, Cu, Zn, and Ag Metal Ions and Applications as Antibacterial Agents by Khoirina Dwi Nugrahaningtyas, Eny Kusrini, Salwa Salsabila, Dina Fitriana, Anwar Usman, Triana Kusumaningsih, Sri Juari Santoso

“…The synthesized products were characterized using X-ray Fluorescence (XRF), X-ray Diffraction (XRD), Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR), and Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) instruments. The metal phase attached to NCs was a metal oxide with irregular particle shapes and various particle sizes. …”
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Analysis of the Particle Characteristics of Aeolian Sand in Yulin Area, China by Qinglong You, Zhang Yang, Jinglian Ma, Xili Yan, Taiwo Sesay, Haifeng Wang, Zhou Liang

“…In addition, scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and X-ray diffraction (XRD) were used to characterize the surface microstructure and mineral composition of the sand particles, respectively. …”
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Production and characterization of eco-cement using eggshell powder and water hyacinth ash by Heri Septya Kusuma, Aurelio Muhammad Saleemah Agung, Najla Anira Putri, Muhamad Shifu, Nafisa Illiyanasafa, Bernadeta Ayu Widyaningrum, Andrew Nosakhare Amenaghawon, Handoko Darmokoesoemo

“…Three eco-cement samples with varying compositions of ESP and WHA were prepared and characterized using X-ray Fluorescence (XRF), Fourier-Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), and Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM). The XRF analysis revealed that all samples contained a high CaO content (>70 %) and sufficient SiO2 levels to ensure pozzolanic activity. …”
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Mechanical Properties of SiO2-Coated Carbon Fiber-Reinforced Mortar Composites with Different Fiber Lengths and Fiber Volume Fractions by Gwang-Hee Heo, Jong-Gun Park, Ki-Chang Song, Jong-Ho Park, Hyung-Min Jun

“…The surface of the modified carbon fibers was confirmed through a scanning electron microscope (SEM). The mechanical properties of SiO2-coated carbon fiber mortar and uncoated carbon fiber mortar with different fiber lengths (6 mm and 12 mm) and fiber volume fractions (0.5%, 1.0%, 1.5%, and 2.0%) were compared and analyzed. …”
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Dye adsorption on fish scale biosorbent from tannery wastewater by Md. Abul Hashem, Forhad Ahammad, Bishwajit Chandra Das, Eshtiyaq Tauhid Enan, Modinatul Maoya, Mohammad Jakir Hossain Khan, Md. Mukimujjaman Miem

“…The obtained biosorbent was analyzed through Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) Spectroscopy, pH point of zero charge (pHpzc), Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy (EDS), and Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM). The dye removal efficiency was evaluated by monitoring the biosorbent dose, settling time, stirring time, and temperature effect. …”
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Application of microbially induced calcite precipitation to mitigate soil frost heave by M.F. Nikshoar, M.A. Rowshanzamir, S.M. Abtahi, S. Soleimanian-Zad

“…The reduction of frost heave due to the application of this method was attributed to the precipitated calcite within the soil voids and was justified by the scanning electron microscopy images of the treated soil samples. …”
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iPSC-Derived Retinal Pigment Epithelium Allografts Do Not Elicit Detrimental Effects in Rats: A Follow-Up Study by Peter D. Westenskow, Felicitas Bucher, Stephen Bravo, Toshihide Kurihara, Daniel Feitelberg, Liliana P. Paris, Edith Aguilar, Jonathan H. Lin, Martin Friedlander

“…Both populations could be distinguished using immunohistochemistry and electron microscopy. iPSC-RPE could be isolated from the grafts and maintained in culture; these cells also phagocytosed isolated photoreceptor outer segments. …”
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Lattice defect engineering advances n-type PbSe thermoelectrics by Qian Deng, Xiao-Lei Shi, Meng Li, Xiaobo Tan, Ruiheng Li, Chen Wang, Yue Chen, Hongliang Dong, Ran Ang, Zhi-Gang Chen

“…Detailed micro/nanostructural characterizations and first-principles calculations demonstrate that Cu-induced interstitial defects and nanoprecipitates simultaneously optimize electron and phonon transport properties. Moreover, a robust Co/PbSe interface is designed to effectively prevent chemical reactions/diffusion; this interface exhibited a low electrical contact resistivity of ~10.9 μΩ cm2, excellent durability, and good stability in the thermoelectric module, which achieves a record-high conversion efficiency of 13.1% at a temperature difference of 460 K in segmented thermoelectric modules. …”
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Parametric Design and Mechanical Characterization of a Selective Laser Sintering Additively Manufactured Biomimetic Ribbed Dome Inspired by the Chorion of Lepidopteran Eggs by Alexandros Efstathiadis, Ioanna Symeonidou, Emmanouil K. Tzimtzimis, Dimitrios Avtzis, Konstantinos Tsongas, Dimitrios Tzetzis

“…(Lepidoptera, Nympalidae) and develop design solutions through the implementation of a novel strategy of biomimetic design. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) analysis of the chorion reveals a medial zone that forms an arachnoid grid resembling a ribbed dome with convex longitudinal ribs and concave transverse ring members. …”
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Synthesis of N-Methylmorpholinium Derivatives Possessing a 1,3,4-Oxadiazole Core as Feasible Antibacterial Agents against Plant Bacterial Diseases by Xinxin Tuo, Jie Yang, Yedong Zhang, Peiyi Wang

“…Preliminary antibacterial mechanism studies suggested that target compounds had strong interactions with the cell membrane of bacteria via scanning electron microscopy imaging. Additionally, this kind of framework also displayed certain antifungal activity toward Fusarium oxysporum and Phytophthora cinnamomi. …”
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Microwave-Assisted Method for Simultaneous Hydrolysis and Extraction for Preparation of Geniposidic Acid from Eucommia ulmoides Bark Using Basic Imidazolide Ionic Liquid by Lili Li, Yupin Guo, Chunchao Zhao, Mengxia Wei, Junling Liu, Yuangang Zu, Fei Wang, Lei Yang

“…The plant materials with different treatment were analyzed by scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and thermogravimetric analysis (TG). …”
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Branched polyethyleneimine functionalized tin(IV)-porphyrinic complex: Synthesis, characterization and application towards acid blue 25 adsorption from water by Raoudha Soury, Mahjoub Jabli, Mabrouka El Oudi, Ashanul Haque, Khalaf M. Alenezi, Ahmed Al Otaibi, Fahad Abdulaziz, Amor Bchetnia

“…On the other hand, scanning electron microscopy (SEM) analysis indicated that the morphological characteristics of Sn(TPP)Cl2 and [Sn(TPP)(Cl2)]-PEI were different. …”
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Agro‐waste areca nut husk and bagasse fiber reinforced epoxy‐based hybrid composite for thermal insulated false ceiling application by Rois Uddin Mahmud, Mir Shahidul Islam, Shahin Hossain, Jannatul Nasrin, Ayub Nabi Khan

“…The thermogravimetric analysis indicated that the composites undergo multiple degradation steps; however, they remain stable within the temperature range of 280–328°C. The scanning electron microscope (SEM) observations revealed effective interfacial bonding between the fibers and the epoxy matrix. …”
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In-situ observation of nanoscale transformations in dehydrating lizardite by Mutian Qin, Huilin Xing, Jianchao Wang, Guodong Jin, Zhongwen Hu, Weichao Yan, Yuyang Tan, Junbiao Liu, Rongxin Zhang

“…We have used in-situ transmission electron microscopy (TEM) to continuously monitor nanoscale transformations in lizardite from 20 to 600 °C. …”
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