Enhanced solar light photocatalytic degradation of tetracycline by aero-GaN and ZnO microtetrapods functionalized with noble metal nanodots by Vladimir Ciobanu, Tatiana Galatonova, Pavel Urbanek, Tudor Braniste, Florica Doroftei, Milan Masar, Pavol Suly, Veaceslav Ursaki, Barbora Hanulikova, Tomas Sopik, Vladimir Sedlarik, Ivo Kuritka, Ion Tiginyanu

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The Mechanical Glass Transition Temperature Affords a Fundamental Quality Control in Condensed Gels for Innovative Application in Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals by Vilia Darma Paramita, Naksit Panyoyai, Stefan Kasapis

“…A subject of increasing fundamental and technological interest is the techno- and bio-functionality of functional foods and nutraceuticals in high-solid gels. …”
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Electron/ion-conductive and flexible dual-functional copolymer enabled by EDOT and h2PDMS for optimized Li-ion batteries by Jingwei Wang, Zhaowen Bai, Zejia Zhao, Guangping Zheng, Junye Cheng, Guohua Chen

“…This work opens a new avenue for the simultaneous optimization of cathode and anode with a functional polymer.…”
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Functional Surfaces Roughness Analysis of 3D Printed PET-G Housings Used for Press-Fitting Steel Ball Bearings by Živana Jovanović Pešić, Nenad Petrović, Strahinja Milenković, Nenad Kostić, Dragan Džunić

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Structural and morphological studies of non-covalent functionalization carbon nanotubes wrapped poly(3-hexylthiophene-2,5-diyl) nanocomposites by N. Abdullah, N.M. Nurazzi, I.P. Silverwood, S.K. Matam, S.Z.N. Demon, N.S.N. Sa'aya, N.A. Halim, K.W. Baharin

“…In this study, a simple and efficient non-covalent functionalization method was developed to introduce conducting polymer of P3HT onto pristine MWCNT and hydroxyl MWCNT surfaces without causing significant changes in electrical characteristics, especially if used as a sensing material. …”
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Multi-functional natural fiber composites using flaxseed and cotton: tailoring acoustic, mechanical, and thermal properties for eco-friendly applications by Natrayan Lakshmaiya, Gobikrishnan Udhayakumar, S. Sathiyamurthy, V S Nadh, Ramya Maranan, Wubishet Degife Mammo

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Structure and functional analysis of the Legionella pneumophila chitinase ChiA reveals a novel mechanism of metal-dependent mucin degradation. by Saima Rehman, Lubov S Grigoryeva, Katherine H Richardson, Paula Corsini, Richard C White, Rosie Shaw, Theo J Portlock, Benjamin Dorgan, Zeinab S Zanjani, Arianna Fornili, Nicholas P Cianciotto, James A Garnett

“…However, it is unclear how these enzymes are able to carry out this dual function. Legionella pneumophila is the causative agent of Legionnaires' disease, an often-fatal pneumonia and its chitinase ChiA is essential for the survival of L. pneumophila in the lung. …”
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Designing Thin and Lightweight 3D Metallized Current Collectors With Functional Interfaces for High‐Energy‐Density Lithium‐Sulfur Batteries by Haomin Zhao, Yuting Wang, Yuanyuan Jiang, Zhe Luo, Dong Chen, Rui Jia, Yu Yang, Jian Chang

“…Herein, we present an effective strategy to develop thin and lightweight 3D metallized current collectors (Ag@PEI‐PP and Ni@PEI‐PP) with functional interfaces for high‐energy‐density LSBs. …”
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Rapid Detection of Zeranol Contamination in Cereals Using a Quaternary Ammonium-Functionalized Terphen[3]arene-Based Optical Sensor by Danni Wang, Mengyu Ye, Huijuan Yu, Kejing Niu, Chunju Li, Dong-Sheng Guo, Yuefei Wang

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Rational design of amine-functionalized Al2O3 sorbents for direct air capture: Mechanistic insights and performance evaluation by Pacharapol Nokpho, Damisa Sawatrot, Natawadee Wongphaisal, Kanchana Phianchana, Krittin Korkerd, Xiaolin Wang, Pornpote Piumsomboon, Benjapon Chalermsinsuwan

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Modification of gadung (Dioscorea hispida Dennst) starch by ultrasonication and freeze moisture treatment by Edy Subroto, Fitriani Sholihat, Endah Wulandari, Mohd Nizam Lani, Rossi Indiarto

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Advances in Synthetic Polymer Membranes for Guided Bone Regeneration in Dental Implants: A Scoping Review by Belén Lima-Sánchez, María Baus-Domínguez, María-Angeles Serrera-Figallo, Daniel Torres-Lagares

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Determination of Chlorpromazine Using Molecular Imprinting Polymers in Different Sample Matrices by Eman Wajeh Ammen, Yehya Kamal Al-Bayati

“…Molecularly imprinted polymers (MIPs) are receptors that are designed to have a highly specific molecular recognition ability, which is the primary and crucial function of receptors. …”
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Preparation and performance evaluation of cyclodextrin bifunctional monomer molecularly imprinted polymers by YU Haining, HUANG Haiyong, HE Chengzijing, LAY Sovichea, SHEN Shengrong

“…The preparation and performance evaluation of the cyclodextrin bifunctional monomer molecularly imprinted polymer were studied. A series of di (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) imprinted polymers were prepared using allyl-β-cyclodextrin (allyl-β-CD) either alone or in conjunction with methacrylic acid (MAA), methyl methacrylate (MMA), acrylonitrile (AN), and acrylamide (AA) as the binary functional monomers. …”
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Preparation and Recognition Characteristics of Thymopentin Molecularly Imprinted Polymers on SiO by Sen Hou, Yanfei Wang, Na Liu, Jing Liu

“…A computer simulation approach was developed to screen functional monomers for the rational design of molecularly imprinted polymers (MIPs). …”
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The present status and key problems of carbon nanotube based polymer composites

“…The state-of-art and key problems of carbon nanotube (CNT) based polymer composites (CNT/polymer composites) including CNT/polymer structural composites and CNT/polymer functional composites are reviewed. …”
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Boosting the Strength and Toughness of Polymer Blends via Ligand‐Modulated MOFs by Tairong Kuang, Hongxin Guo, Wei Guo, Wenxian Liu, Wei Li, Mohammad Reza Saeb, Mohammad Vatankhah‐Varnosfaderani, Sergei S. Sheiko

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Influence of polymer and surfactant on the aphrons characteristics: Evaluation of fluid invasion controlling

“…The aphrons characteristics were evaluated as a function of type and concentration of polymer (xanthan gum-XG and partially hydrolyzed polyacrylamide-PHPA) and surfactant: anionic (Blue Streak®, sodium dodecyl sulfate-SDS) and nonionic (polyoxidebased copolymer). …”
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Method and Mathematical Modeling of Formation of Gradually and Homogeneously Oriented Linear Polymers by Levan Nadareishvili, Roland Bakuradze, Jimsher Aneli, Manana Areshidze, Ineza Pavlenishvili, Liana Sharashidze, Giorgi Basilaia

“…The issues of creating functionally graded materials with a gradient of microstructure (gradient of degree of orientation/relative elongation) or chemical composition (volume fraction of functional fillers), respectively, based on thermoplastic polymer/copolymer or polymer composite (containing functional fillers) by method of uniaxial, zonal graded stretching are discussed.…”
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Impedance analysis of single walled carbon nanotube/vinylester polymer composites by Aykut Ilgaz

“… This study presents impedance characteristics of single walled carbon nanotube/vinylester (SWCNT/VE) glass fiber reinforced polymer (GFRP) composites. The impedance measurements were carried out as a function of the frequency over range of 10-2 and 107 Hz at various temperatures between 300 K and 420 K. …”
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