Catalytic effect of Fe@Fe2O3 nanowires and Fenton process on carbamazepine removal from aqueous solutions using response surface methodology by M.M. Amin, S. Yousefinejad, M. Dehghani, S. Rahimi

“…After scanning electron microscopy, energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy and X-ray diffract meter analysis, Fe@Fe₂O₃ morphology was synthesized in the form of nanowires with diameters of about 40-80 nm. …”
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Experimental and computational approach on the corrosion inhibition properties of two newly pyrazole derivatives on carbon steel in acid medium by Nawal Setti, Asma Barrahi, Mohamed Maatallah, Yassine Kaddouri, Taibi Ben Hadda, Halima Outada, Abhinay Thakur, Rachid Touzani, Khalid Karrouchi, Hatem A. Abuelizz, Burak Dikici, Abdelkader Zarrouk, Ali Dafali

“…In addition, the scanning electron microscopy (SEM) showed that the surface roughness of the C&S was considerably reduced in the presence of both Tetra-Pz-Ortho and Tetra-Pz-Para compared to its roughness without the inhibitors, indicated that the two inhibitors are effectively absorbed onto the carbon steel surface. …”
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Fabrication and Characterization of Chitosan-Polyethylene Glycol (Ch-Peg) Based Hydrogels and Evaluation of Their Potency in Rat Skin Wound Model by Md Mahmudul Hasan, Md Forhad Uddin, Nayera Zabin, Md Salman Shakil, Morshed Alam, Fahima Jahan Achal, Most. Hosney Ara Begum, Md Sakib Hossen, Md Ashraful Hasan, Md Mahbubul Morshed

“…The 3D structure of the hydrogel was revealed by scanning electron microscopy (SEM). After that, the structural characterization technique named Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) was used to describe the composites (SEM). …”
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Response surface method-driven design of experiments for the synthesis of fly ash-based geopolymers in the gallic acid optimized removal from wastewater by Ana Paula Ferreira, Ana Paula S. Natal, Arthur P. Baldo, Adriano S. Silva, Jose L. Diaz de Tuesta, Pricila Marin, José A. Peres, Helder T. Gomes

“…Various techniques were employed, including X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) spectroscopy. …”
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Biological Characteristics and Whole-Genome Analysis of a Porcine <i>E. coli</i> Phage by Shenghui Wan, Nana Li, Sajid Habib, Pei Zheng, Yanfang Li, Yan Liang, Yonggang Qu

“…Genomic features were analyzed using whole-genome sequencing. (3) Results: A lytic phage named vB_EcoS_Psq-1 (abbreviated as Psq-1) was successfully isolated. Electron microscopy revealed that Psq-1 belongs to the family of long-tailed phages, possessing clear and transparent plaques of approximately 1 mm in diameter. …”
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Disruption of Energy Metabolism and Reactive Oxygen Species Homeostasis in Honglian Type-Cytoplasmic Male Sterility (HL-CMS) Rice Pollen by Wang Mingyue, Zhao Weibo, Feng Xiaoya, Chen Yi, Li Junhao, Fu Jinmei, Yan Yingchun, Chu Zhaohui, Huang Wenchao

“…HL-CMS is characterized by gametophytic sterility, where the aborted pollen grains are empty, and the tapetal layer remains intact. Transmission electron microscopy was employed to observe mitochondrial morphological changes at the microspore stage, revealing significant mitochondrial alterations, characterized by the formation of 'large spherical mitochondria', occurred at the binucleate stage in the YA line. …”
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Biofilm Formation by Staphylococcus aureus Isolated from Food Contact Surfaces in the Dairy Industry of Jalisco, Mexico by María-Guadalupe Avila-Novoa, Maricarmen Iñíguez-Moreno, Oscar-Alberto Solís-Velázquez, Jean-Pierre González-Gómez, Pedro-Javier Guerrero-Medina, Melesio Gutiérrez-Lomelí

“…Biofilm formation was observed, using epifluorescence microscopy and scanning electron microscopy. Detection of the icaADBC genes in S. aureus was performed by the PCR technique. …”
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Experimental study on the strengthening mechanism of carbon fiber-reinforced sand powder 3D-printed rock-like materials by Lishuai Jiang, Xin He, Ye Zhao, Pimao Li, Yang Zhao, Zongke Wang, Dingrui Guo, Qi Gu

“…In addition, acoustic emission monitoring and scanning electron microscopy were used to investigate the microscopic mechanisms involved. …”
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Degradation of low-density polyethylene by a novel strain of bacteria isolated from the plastisphere of marine ecosystems by F.A. Febria, A. Syafrita, A. Putra, H. Hidayat, C. Febrion

“…Bacterial degradation ability was analyzed quantitatively based on weight loss percentage and energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy values, as well as qualitatively based on changes in physical and chemical structures using Scanning Electron Microscopy and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy. …”
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Fractal Characteristics of Pore Structure of Longmaxi Shales with Different Burial Depths in Southern Sichuan and Its Geological Significance by Manping Yang, Yanyan Pan, Hongye Feng, Qiang Yan, Yanjun Lu, Wanxin Wang, Yu Qi, Hongjian Zhu

“…We used two groups of Longmaxi samples, outcrop shale and middle-deep shale, to investigate the pore structure fractal features at varying burial depths using a combination of mineralogy, organic geochemistry, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and low-temperature gas (CO₂, N₂) adsorption. …”
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Magnesium ions regulate the Warburg effect to promote the differentiation of enteric neural crest cells into neurons by Qiongqian Xu, Xixi He, Yaru Mou, Dong Sun, Xintao Zhang, Jichang Han, Xiaoyang Liu, Xingjian Liu, Xue Ren, Dongming Wang, Jian Wang, Chuncan Ma, Qiangye Zhang, Aiwu Li

“…The elastic modulus of the hydrogel was measured using a universal testing machine, while pore size and porosity were assessed with scanning electron microscopy. Swelling ratios were determined using gravimetric analysis. …”
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Ultrasonic assisted stir squeeze casting of AA5456/Al2O3–SiC-Gr-MoS2 hybrid nanocomposites: Microstructure and strengthening analysis by B.N. Akash Deep, S. Rajanna, K.N. Krishnamurthy, G.C. Manjunath Patel, T. Ganesha, G.V. Gnanedra Reddy, Mudassir Hasan, Emanoil Linul

“…The AMMHNCs were characterized using X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and energy-dispersive X-ray analysis (EDX). …”
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Scanning Electron Microscopic Assessment of Stent Coating Integrity in Jailed Wire Technique for Bifurcation Treatment by Lijian Gao, Ce Zhang, Huanhuan Wang, Yiqun Zhang, Zhan Gao, Bo Xu, Jue Chen, Jinqing Yuan, Shubin Qiao, Jilin Chen

“…One-stent strategy was performed with three types of guidewire (nonpolymer-jacketed wire, intermediate polymer-jacketed wire, and full polymer-jacketed wire) tested for JWT. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) was used to evaluate stent coating integrity and wire structure. …”
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Enhanced photocatalytic degradation of Rhodamine B using polyaniline-coated XTiO3(X = Co, Ni) nanocomposites by Mariyem Abouri, Abdellah Benzaouak, Mohamed Elouardi, Lahcen El Hamdaoui, Fatima Zaaboul, Khalil Azzaoui, Belkheir Hammouti, Rachid Sabbahi, Shehdeh Jodeh, Mohammed Alaoui El Belghiti, Adnane El Hamidi

“….% PANI@CoTiO3, enhancing light absorption across UV and visible ranges. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS) analysis demonstrated the uniform distribution of PANI, ensuring consistent surface activity and efficient charge transfer. …”
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Phase Transitions and Structural Evolution of Manganese Ores During High-Temperature Treatment by Ruslan Z. Safarov, Yerlan A. Baikenov, Assemgul K. Zhandildenova, Eldar E. Kopishev, Ruslan M. Kamatov, Jumat B. Kargin, H. Sanchez Cornejo, Crispin H. W. Barnes, Luis De Los Santos Valladares

“…X-ray diffraction, X-ray fluorescence, scanning electron microscopy, and optical microscopy were used to analyze changes in elemental and phase composition. …”
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Asiaticoside Attenuates Chronic Restraint Stress-Induced Hippocampal CA1 Neuronal Ferroptosis via Activating BDNF/Nrf2/GPX4 Signaling Pathway by Zhou A, Feng HY, Fan CN, Wang J, Yuan ZY, Xu GH, Li CF, Huang WF, Yi LT

“…In addition, asiaticoside suppressed the expression of ferroptosis markers, including ferritin light chain (FLC) and transferrin receptor only in CA1 region. Transmission electron microscopy (TEM) further confirmed that asiaticoside preserved mitochondrial integrity in CA1 neuronal cells.Conclusion: In conclusion, our findings suggest that asiaticoside exerts its antidepressant-like effects through the modulation of BDNF/Nrf2/GPX4 signaling pathway against neuronal ferroptosis in the hippocampal CA1 region.Keywords: asiaticoside, antidepressant, ferroptosis, BDNF, Nrf2, GPX4…”
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PLL-g-HPA Hydrogel Loaded Human Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells Promote Burn Wound Healing in Rat Model by Regulating Inflammation Response by Tian L, Wang Z, Lei T, Feng L, Li Y, Wang K, Zhang Y, Zhang C, Liu J, Xing H, Ren W

“…Therefore, the aim of this study was to evaluate the therapeutic effect of hUC-MSCs combined with PLL-g-HPA hydrogel on full thickness burn injury in rat model.Methods: The PLL-g-HPA hydrogel was developed and characterized by Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), Fourier-Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), Hydrogen-1 nuclear magnetic resonance (H-NMR). …”
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Anatomy, histology, and morphology of fish gills in relation to feeding habits: a comparative review of marine and freshwater species by Mohamed A. M. Alsafy, Hanan H. Abd-Elhafeez, Ahmed M. Rashwan, Atef Erasha, Safwat Ali, Samir A. A. El-Gendy

“…Four transversely raised areas on each side are connected by transverse lines caudal to the base of the tongue (Bagrus bayad) and an elevated part at the level of the third-gill arch (Tilapia zilli). Scanning electron microscopy explained the micro-anatomical structures as varied shapes of pavement cells, mucus cell openings, taste buds on the gill arch, varied shapes of grooves or structures and spines near the gill filament side, varied shapes of gill rakers and their spines, and heights in varied feeding types of fish. …”
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Effect of glass fiber hybridization and radiation treatment to improve the performance of sustainable natural fiber-based hybrid (jute/glass) composites by S.H. Mahmud, S.C. Das, A. Saha, T. Islam, D. Paul, M.W. Akram, M.S. Jahan, M.Z.I. Molla, M.A. Gafur, R.A. Khan

“…Further characterization of the composites was studied by FTIR (Fourier Transform Infrared) spectroscopy and SEM (Scanning Electron Microscopy) experimentation.…”
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Goose astrovirus induces apoptosis and endoplasmic reticulum stress in gosling hepatocytes by Zhihua Lu, Haiqin Li, Xiaona Gao, Duanfeng Fu, Haoyu Huang, Cheng Huang, Meiqin Wu, Xiaoquan Guo

“…Hematoxylin and eosin (HE) staining revealed swollen and ruptured hepatocytes, with significant inflammatory cell infiltration. Electron microscopy revealed expansion of the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) and aggregation of chromatin at the periphery. …”
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