Nutritional and Technological Benefits of Pine Nut Oil Emulsion Gel in Processed Meat Products by Berik Idyryshev, Almagul Nurgazezova, Zhanna Assirzhanova, Assiya Utegenova, Shyngys Amirkhanov, Madina Jumazhanova, Assemgul Baikadamova, Assel Dautova, Assem Spanova, Assel Serikova

“…Data were analyzed using a one-way and two-way ANOVA with Duncan’s test (<i>p</i> < 0.05). …”
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Study on Hygroscopic Swelling and Dehumidification Cracking Characteristics of Expansive Soil under Acid Rain and Cyclic Drying-Wetting by Jin Chang, Jie Xiao, Jian-Qing Jiang, Rui Zhang, Xi-Long Kuang, Ming Lei, He-Ping Yang

“…Furthermore, the changes of the microstructure and mineral composition of the expansive soil after cyclic drying-wetting of acid rain were analyzed by using the scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and X-ray diffraction (XRD) tests. …”
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Structural characterization and bioactivity evaluation of a soluble polysaccharide (PCHP-1A) from Polygonatum cyrtonema Hua: antioxidant and α-glucosidase inhibitory activities by Lunbin Xia, Cunwu Chen, Shaoshuai Bi, Yafei Zhang, Naidong Chen, Jing Feng

“…PCHP-1A exhibited a compact and curly spherical molecule conformation, and SEM analysis revealed its smooth, porous, clastic or lamellar microstructure. Comprehensive FT-IR, GC–MS, and 1D/2D NMR analyses indicated that the main chain of PCHP-1A consists of → 1)-β-d-Fruf-(2 → , → 1,6)-β-d-Fruf-(2 → , and → 6)-α-d-Glcp, with branch chains primarily composed of β-d-Fruf-(2 → linked at the O-6 position of → 1,6)-β-d-Fruf-(2 →. …”
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Mesenchymal Stem Cell Secretome Effectiveness in Healing Chronic Tendon Injury: Procollagen Analysis and Histopathology in Rat Tendons by Sam ADP, Warsinggih W, Usman MA, Johan MP, Suroto H, Saleh MR, Sakti M, Zainuddin AA, Mubarak AF

“…Histopathological analysis showed no significant differences in collagen alignment or angiogenesis between treatment and control groups.Conclusion: The MSC secretome, particularly the combination of TDSCs and ASCs, may accelerate collagen Type I synthesis and improve tendon microstructure. This suggests their potential for treating chronic tendon injuries. …”
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The Validation of an Experimental Model in Wistar Female Rats to Study Osteopenia and Osteoporosis by Artur Lage Pedroso, Raul Canal, Sergio Alexandre Gehrke, Eleani Maria da Costa, Antonio Scarano, Fernanda Barchesi Zanelatto, André Antonio Pelegrine

“…The objective of this study was to validate an experimental model for establishing cases of decreased bone density that allows for the creation of different levels of severity of mineral loss and changes in bone microstructure. <b>Materials and Methods:</b> Twenty female Wistar rats, 12 weeks old and with a body weight ranging from 300 to 400 g, were used in this study. …”
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Research progress on toughening mechanism and interphase property testing methods of SiCf/SiC ceramic matrix composites by MA Haolin, WU Xiaochen, ZHEN Xiali, LI Lu, ZHENG Ruixiao, MA Chaoli

“…The design scheme of interphase significantly affects its microstructural properties，thereby affecting the macroscopic mechanical properties and damage failure modes of SiCf/SiC composites. …”
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Physical and functional characterization of whey protein-lignin biocomposite films for food packaging applications by Yihong Deng, Sierra Kolodjski, Grace Lewis, Gary Onan, Youngmi Kim

“…The objective of this work was to analyze the physicochemical and mechanical properties of biodegradable films made from WPI (at different denaturation levels), glycerol, and lignin. …”
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Novel crack hindrance analysis, fracture behavior, and life assessment of forged GH4169 superalloy under high and very high cycle fatigue conditions by Muhammad Imran Lashari, Cheng Li, Gang Liu, Asif Mahmood, Wei Li

“…Considering the effect of microstructural defects and stress concentration, a crack initiation fatigue life estimation model is developed, demonstrating a good resemblance between predicted and experimental results. …”
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Promote citizen engagement with warnings ― an empirical examination of government social media accounts during public health crises by Yanan Guo, Jida Liu, Chenxi Lian

“…Drawing on the Elaboration Likelihood Model (ELM) and the Crisis and Emergency Risk Communication (CERC) framework, model was developed to analyze the effects of central routes (content features) and peripheral routes (microstructural and source features) on citizen engagement, as well as the moderating effect of disease type. …”
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Longitudinal tract-based spatial statistics analysis of white matter diffusivity changes and cognitive decline during the transition from MCI to Alzheimer's disease. by Sewon Lim, Hajin Kim, Youngjin Lee, Alzheimer’s Disease Neuroimaging Initiative

“…AxD was sensitive to microstructural alterations in WM associated with cognitive decline during the transition from MCI to AD and may serve as a valuable biomarker for early detection and monitoring of AD progression. …”
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Cross-linked carboxymethyl cellulose biosorbent for zinc removal: a sustainable remediation of heavy metal-polluted waters by Dilber Çelgan, Asiye Karadağ, Barna Jalaluddin Mohammad Karim, Yaşar Kemal Recepoğlu, Özgür Arar

“…Abstract This study focuses on the preparation and characterization of cross-linked carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) biosorbent for efficient removal of Zn2⁺ ions from aqueous solutions. The microstructural features of the biosorbent were examined using scanning electron microscopy (SEM), while elemental analysis was conducted using an elemental analyzer to determine carbon (C), hydrogen (H), nitrogen (N), and sulfur (S) content. …”
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Mechanical Experiments and ABAQUS Simulations of Fiber–Coal Gangue Stabilized Expansive Soil Under Freeze–Thaw Cycles by Yan Zhang, Xiupeng Jia, Minglei Wang

“…After that, the microstructural characteristics of modified soil systems after FT cycles were carried out using scanning electron microscope (SEM) mapping to obtain the reinforcement mechanism. …”
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Numerical investigation of bandgap characteristics in integrated metallic metafilters for nonlinear guided wave applications by Mohammed Aslam, Boris I, Jaesun Lee

“…The present investigation showcases advancements in the sensitivity of nonlinear-based guided wave testing for characterizing microstructural changes, promising substantial potential for detecting incipient damage in practical structural health monitoring applications.…”
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Large-scale EM data reveals myelinated axonal changes and altered connectivity in the corpus callosum of an autism mouse model by Guoqiang Zhao, Guoqiang Zhao, Ao Cheng, Jiahao Shi, Jiahao Shi, Peiyao Shi, Jun Guo, Chunying Yin, Hafsh Khan, Hafsh Khan, Jiachi Chen, Jiachi Chen, Pengcheng Wang, Pengcheng Wang, Jiao Chen, Jiao Chen, Ruobing Zhang

“…Notably, these ultrastructural alterations were widespread across the corpus callosum, suggesting a global disruption of myelinated axon integrity.DiscussionThis study provides novel insights into the microstructural abnormalities of the corpus callosum in ASD mouse, supporting the hypothesis that myelination deficits contribute to ASD-related communication impairments between brain hemispheres. …”
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Enhancing the nutritional profile of purple sweet potato flour through fermentation with Lactiplantibacillus plantarum InaCC B157: A functional food perspective by Tiurma Pasaribu, Yati Sudaryati Soeka, Novik Nurhidayat, Suciatmih Suciatmih, Titin Yulinery, Evi Triana, Tri Ratna Sulistiyani, Ninik Setyowati, Desty Dwi Sulistyowati, Dwi Ningsih Susilowati

“…Microstructure was examined using scanning electron microscopy (SEM). …”
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Artificial weathering aging of PPT coatings made from recycled PET to protect concrete: Nanomechanical properties evaluation by Adrián Bórquez-Mendivil, Jorge Luis Almaral-Sánchez, Jesus Eduardo Leal-Perez, César Modesto-Acosta, Joaquin Flores-Valenzuela, Orlando Auciello, Blanca Alicia García-Grajeda, José Miguel Mendivil-Escalante, Sergio G. Flores-Gallardo, Roberto P. Talamantes-Soto, Abel Hurtado-Macías

“…The morphology and microstructure were analyzed by scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and atomic force microscopy (AFM); with these techniques, it was possible to identify the deterioration of the coating (porosity and origin of cracks) and the increase in roughness (6 ± 1 nm to 746 ± 5 nm), respectively. …”
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PREPARATION AND CHARACTERISTICS OF PACIFIC CODFISH (Gadus macrocephalus) MYOFIBRIL FOR SURIMI by Agustia Dwi Pamujiati, Yuli Witono, Nina Lisanty

“…The observe parameters of this research were protein solubility, color, microstructure, molecular weight,and texture.the results showed that SPM have 3-dimensional network with rigid and porous structure than other surimi gels. …”
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Effect of High Percentages of Coated Recycled Aggregates on the Flexural Behavior of Reinforced Concrete Beams by Catalina Martínez, Viviana Letelier, Bruno Wenzel

“…In order to increase the percentage of RA, several authors have studied different processes to improve the microstructure of its surface. Therefore, it is necessary to analyze whether the current standards simulate the structural behavior of concretes with high percentages of RA. …”
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Establishing the true causes of defects to ensure the quality of continuously cast billets and hot‑rolled products at all stages of the process chain at OJSC “BSW – Management Comp... by A. V. Tereshchenko, I. A. Kovaleva

“…Defects, which are violations of the continuity of the metal and deviations from the normal specified macro‑and microstructure, signifi antly reduce the technological plasticity of the metal in the conditions of its processing and operational stability.After hot rolling of a circle of 95 mm steel grade 30MpV4, surface defects were found in the finishing line. …”
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White matter integrity and cognitive performance in the subacute phase after ischemic stroke in young adults by Mijntje M.I. Schellekens, Hao Li, Esther M. Boot, Jamie I. Verhoeven, Merel S. Ekker, Frederick J.A. Meijer, Roy P.C. Kessels, Frank-Erik de Leeuw, Anil M. Tuladhar

“…Discussion: In the first months after a stroke, we observed a trend of microstructural changes remote from the lesion that diminish as the distance from the lesion increases. …”
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