Designing supramolecular pastes by controlling host–guest dynamics in reconfigurable networks by Jinrong Wang, Weibin Lin, Valeriia O. Nikolaeva, Rukhma Javaid, Niveen M. Khashab

“…Abstract Stimuli-responsive phase transitions endow smart systems with adaptive functionalities, yet reversible paste-to-gel transitions remain largely unexplored. …”
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Enhanced Oil Recovery for ASP Flooding Based on Biorthogonal Spatial-Temporal Wiener Modeling and Iterative Dynamic Programming by Shurong Li, Yulei Ge, Yuhuan Shi

“…Then the biorthogonal spatial-temporal Wiener model is presented to build the relation between inputs and states, in which the Wiener model is expanded on a set of spatial basis functions and temporal basis functions. After inferring the necessary condition of solutions, these basis functions are determined by the snapshot method. …”
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Recent advances and practical challenges in the research of decellularized matrices for the fabrication of tiny-diameter artificial arteries by Yan Liu, Can Cheng, Jiaqi Xing, Zhaoxi Deng, Xu Peng

“…Abstract Despite advances in synthetic vascular grafts, replicating the dynamic biological functions of native microvasculature remains a critical challenge in cardiovascular tissue engineering. …”
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Asymmetrical flow field-flow fractionation and multi-angle laser light scattering: A new analytical approach for the characterisation of insect protein aggregation/polymerisation a... by Ariel Anouma, Céline Niquet-Léridon, Bénédicte Lorrette, Thierry Aussenac

“…Understanding the structural modifications of insect proteins during the transformation processes used for extract preparation is essential for optimising their functionalities and obtaining high added-value proteins. …”
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Cyan, magenta and yellow TiO2-based hybrid spheres for electrophoretic inks by Lydia Muentz, Emile Decompte, Hugo Ravet, Nicolas Penin, Anthony Chiron, Cyril Brochon, Georges Hadziioannou, Elodie Bourgeat-Lami, Manuel Gaudon

“…Thus, the work involves three main key steps: (i) the preparation of coloured hybrid spherical particles through spray-drying of TiO2 suspensions with organic inks, (ii) the exploration and the characterization of the pallet of colourations which are accessible for the hybrid spherical particles, (iii) the enhancement of particle stability in EPID fluids thanks to functionalization (silanisation and polymer encapsulation) and surface charge introduction on the hybrid pigment spheres for stability in apolar media. …”
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Temperature Sensing in Agarose/Silk Fibroin Translucent Hydrogels: Preparation of an Environment for Long-Term Observation by Maria Micheva, Stanislav Baluschev, Katharina Landfester

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A nano-enabled structural GFRP composite for self-powered multi-sensing applications by Lampros Koutsotolis, Angelos Voudouris Itskaras, George Karalis, Alkiviadis S. Paipetis

“…The amalgamation of functionalities marks the first time where a single structural element simultaneously exhibits all those capabilities. …”
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Ultrasonic strategies for mitigating microbial adhesion and biofilm formation on medical surfaces: a mini review by Jie Huang, Qiang Fu, Xingang Shao, Yuanzhe Li

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Fast 3D printing of fine, continuous, and soft fibers via embedded solvent exchange by Wonsik Eom, Mohammad Tanver Hossain, Vidush Parasramka, Jeongmin Kim, Ryan W. Y. Siu, Kate A. Sanders, Dakota Piorkowski, Andrew Lowe, Hyun Gi Koh, Michael F. L. De Volder, Douglas S. Fudge, Randy H. Ewoldt, Sameh H. Tawfick

“…Abstract Nature uses fibrous structures for sensing and structural functions as observed in hairs, whiskers, stereocilia, spider silks, and hagfish slime thread skeins. …”
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SOFTWARE FOR SPECTRAL ANALYSIS RIZOGRAF PRINT by P. E. Sulim, V. S. Yudenkov

“…The objective of this study is to develop a model rizograficheskoy based printing functions package IPT and automated profile selection rizograficheskoy printing. …”
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Controlled Synthesis and Crystallization-Driven Self-Assembly of Poly(<i>ε</i>-caprolactone)-<i>b</i>-polysarcosine Block Copolymers by Zi-Xian Li, Chen Yang, Lei Guo, Jun Ling, Jun-Ting Xu

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Mechanochemical Approach to Carbon Nanotubes-Based Piezoresistive Sensors’ Fabrication by Elisabetta Primiceri, Anna Grazia Monteduro, Francesco Montagna, Maria Serena Chiriacò, Francesco Ferrara, Mariaenrica Frigione, Giuseppe Maruccio, Antonio Turco

“…The development of 3D porous nanocarbon composites has improved the performance of piezoresistive sensors. However, the functionalization and surface distribution of nanocarbon may limit conductivity and mechanical stability. …”
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Optimization of the composition of polysaccharide-based composite films as a potential food packaging material by T. V. Kryuk, T. G. Tyurina, O. S. Popova, N. A. Romanenko, G. P. Goncharuk, E. N. Trush

“…It is shown that the inclusion to the polymer matrix of additional components (antioxidants, reinforcing agents) will improve the operational characteristics of film materials and expand their functionality.…”
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Correlative Light and Electron Microscopy Reveals the HAS3-Induced Dorsal Plasma Membrane Ruffles by Kirsi Rilla, Arto Koistinen

“…Dorsal ruffles regulate diverse cellular functions, such as motility, regulation of glucose metabolism, spreading, adhesion, and matrix degradation, the same functions driven by active hyaluronan synthesis.…”
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Green synthesis of superhydrophobic cotton filters using Pistacia atlantica gum for efficient oil and water separation by Zahra Seifi, Ali Ashraf Derakhshan, Ali Rostami, Laleh Rajabi

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Hyaluronidase-induced matrix remodeling contributes to long-term synaptic changes by Rostislav Sokolov, Rostislav Sokolov, Viktoriya Krut', Viktoriya Krut', Vsevolod Belousov, Vsevolod Belousov, Vsevolod Belousov, Vsevolod Belousov, Andrey Rozov, Andrey Rozov, Irina V. Mukhina, Irina V. Mukhina

“…Hyaluronan, a hyaluronic acid polymer, is a key component of the ECM. The functions of hyaluronan include barrier functions and signaling. …”
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Palladium Nanoparticles Immobilized on Poly(vinyl chloride)-Supported Pyridinium as an Efficient and Recyclable Catalyst for Suzuki-Miyaura Cross-Coupling Reaction by Bo Zhou, Yi-Qun Li

“…The palladium nanoparticles immobilized on the polymeric surface of poly(vinyl chloride)-supported pyridinium (PVC-Py-Pd0) were achieved by a simple procedure by applying the corresponding functionalized polymer and palladium chloride in ethanol solution. …”
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A deflectable video camera system for laparoscopic surgery based on shape memory alloy actuators by Malte Pietsch, Konrad Henkel, René Körbitz, Ronny Hüttner, Kai Uhlig, Sascha Bruk, Matthieu Fischer, Jochen Hampe, Andreas Richter, Franz Brinkmann

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Nanosensor for carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) detection based on a selective growth-regulating mechanism by Johan A. Farfán, Mary Licuona, Betty C. Galarreta, Yulán Hernández

“…It was proposed a system based on gold nanotriangles (AuNTs) functionalized with the amphiphilic polymer polyvinylpyrrolidone (AuNT@PVP) and a hairpin-shaped aptamer selective to CEA biotinylated at the 3′ end and thiolated at the 5′ end (AuNT@PVP@Apt). …”
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Including Quantum Effects in Molecular Simulations Using the Feynman–Kleinert Linearized Path Integral Method by Jens Aage Poulsen, Gunnar Nyman

“…The aim is to calculate quantum correlation functions for complex systems. Many important properties, e.g., transport coefficients, may thus be obtained. …”
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