Effect of lysine-assisted ultrasonic and vacuum tumbling treatment on the quality of chicken breast meat in canned foods by Xiaoyu Xu, Huimin Liu, Peizi Sun, Dongmei Li

“…The texture, moisture mobility and distribution, microstructure, and sensory acceptability of the chicken meat were evaluated. …”
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Effects of daylily extract microcapsule on the quality and gel properties of steamed fish cake-a surimi-based product by Hongxun Wang, Jie Li, Tingting Liu, Yahong Han, Wenfu Hou, Yang Yi

“…This study evaluated the effects of 0.95% daylily powder (m/m, 0.95%-DL), 0.5% daylily extract (m/m, 0.5%-DLE), and 0.5% daylily extract microcapsules (m/m, 0.5%-DLEMC) on the storage stability, gel properties, and microstructure of steamed fish cake. …”
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Effect of N-ethylmaleimide as a blocker of disulfide bonds formation on the properties of different protein-emulsion MP composite gels by Yuyu Xu, Jingjing Yang, Mangang Wu, Shumin Lei, Peipei Yin, Qing Yin, Tianhao Zhu, Qingling Wang, Xinxin Zhao, Duxin Jin, Rui Liu, Qingfeng Ge, Hai Yu

“…In addition, the microstructure showed that the interfacial protein membrane of the emulsion globules were broken in different degrees, indicating that the interaction between the emulsion and the gel matrix was weakened. …”
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Dispersoid evolution in Al–Zn–Mg alloys by combined addition of Hf and Zr: A mechanistic approach by V. Wessely, U. Töpfer, I. Basu, R.E. Schäublin, S. Pogatscher, P.J. Uggowitzer, J.F. Löffler

“…The microstructure was assessed using transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and atom probe tomography (APT), and the mechanical response was evaluated by hardness testing. …”
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Ultrasound-Assisted Extraction and Microencapsulation of <i>Durvillaea incurvata</i> Polyphenols: Toward a Stable Anti-Inflammatory Ingredient for Functional Foods by Nicolás Muñoz-Molina, Javier Parada, Angara Zambrano, Carina Chipon, Paz Robert, María Salomé Mariotti-Celis

“…The microparticles (mean diameter, 2.75 µm) exhibited a uniform morphology, shell formation, glassy microstructure, and suitable physicochemical properties (moisture, 3.4 ± 0.1%; water activity, 0.193 ± 0.004; hygroscopicity, 30.3 ± 0.4 g/100 g) for food applications. …”
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Optimization of Submerged Arc Welding through Voltage Variation to Achieve Superior Mechanical Properties Using P355N Base Material by B. Dorel Cioroagă, Vasile George Cioată, Ana Socalici, Emanoil Linul, Iosif Hulka, Iasmina-Mădălina Anghel

“…Significant changes were identified in microstructure, mechanical properties, and the shape and size of the welded joints. …”
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The addition of natural clay and industrial and agricultural waste on the performance of green and sustainable concrete by Inzimam Ul Haq, Ayub Elahi, Atif Khan, Afsar Ali, Qadir Bux alias Imran Latif Qureshi, Aïssa Rezzoug, Mohd Aamir Mumtaz

“…Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) was conducted to evaluate the microstructure and morphology of the developed concrete mixtures. …”
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Elucidating the metabolic mechanisms and active constituents of ZuoGui Wan in combatting postmenopausal osteoporosis: A metabolomics and network pharmacology approach by Yanchen Feng, KaiKai Shi, Dingming Li, Shunzhi Yang, Xue Dang, Jinyao Li, Yan Chen, Jianping Yao, Yunke Zhang, Lu Sun, Feixiang Liu

“…Result: ZGW reversed OVX-induced bone loss by enhancing bone density and improving bone microstructural integrity. Initially, 14 prototype components were identified in the serum of OVX rats following ZGW intervention. …”
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Metal Release and Cell Viability of 316L Stainless Steel Sputter-Coated with N-Doped a-C:H Coatings by António Fróis, João Ricardo Marques, Luís Santos, Marco Peres, Katharina Lorenz, Cristina Santos Louro, Ana Cristina Santos

“…Tests on the corrosion extracts were then performed by using monocultures of macrophages and fibroblasts, and their coculture; and cell viability was evaluated via the MTT test. Results show an overall inhibition of the SS corrosion, which enhanced the in vitro biocompatibility with a minimal effect on the coatings’ microstructure. …”
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Effect of supercritical CO2 permeation on Poly(vinylidene fluoride) at high temperatures and pressure applied to offshore flexible pipes by A. Ingrassia, M.R. Tagliari, E. Pilla, F.P. Santos, W.C. Guaglianoni, M.F. Borges

“…The temperature influence on the transport coefficients is correlated with the material microstructure and a comparison with literature data is presented. …”
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Experimental and Theoretical Study of the Thermal Shock Behavior of Insulating Refractory Materials by Anabella Mocciaro, Ricardo Anaya, María Florencia Hernández, Diego Richard, Nicolás Maximiliano Rendtorff

“…These findings suggest that controlled porosity and microstructure are key factors in improving the thermal performance and durability of insulating refractory materials in high-temperature applications.…”
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Automated system for high-throughput process-structure-property dataset generation of structural materials: A γ/γ′ superalloy case study by Thomas Hoefler, Ayako Ikeda, Toshio Osada, Toru Hara, Kyoko Kawagishi, Takahito Ohmura

“…We present an automated high-throughput method capable of gathering 2400 data points relating processing conditions, microstructure geometry and yield strength in just 13 days. …”
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Synthesis, Structure, and Electrophysical and Electrochemical Properties of Novel Composite La_0.9MnO₃-LaFeO₃ by Mukhametkali Mataev, Zamira Sarsenbaeva, Bahadir Keskin, Marzhan Nurbekova, Amangeldi Meldeshov, Zhanar Tursyn, Karima Seitbekova

“…X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis revealed a polycrystalline, biphasic perovskite structure combining both hexagonal and cubic symmetry. The microstructure and elemental composition, examined using field emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM), indicated an average particle size of approximately 186.9 nm. …”
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Nanostructured Coatings Based on Langmuir–Blodgett Films of Perfluorodecanoic Acid for Flexible Sensors for the Analysis of Lead Ions in Water by G. B. Melnikova, D. V. Sapsaliou, T. N. Tolstaya, I. V. Korolkov, S. A. Chizhik, N. N. Zhumanazar, A. S. Baranova, M. V. Zdorovets

“…Techniques for modifying TeMs based on PET with a monolayer coating based on PFDA by the Langmuir‒Blodgett method, and with two-layer coatings, formed by soaking PET TeMs/PFDA in xylenol orange solutions have been developed. The microstructure and local mechanical properties of the sensor surface were studied by atomic force microscopy, and the wettability and values of the specific surface energy of PET TeMs before and after modification were evaluated using the ''sessile'' drop method. …”
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Enhancing strength and sustainability of concrete with steel slag aggregate by Ibrahim Kamal Ibrahim, Mohammed Rady, Nouran M. Tawfik, Mahmoud Kassem, Sameh Youssef Mahfouz

“…The study assessed the mechanical and physical properties of both fresh and hardened concrete to evaluate the overall effects of these alterations. …”
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Enhancing Mechanical and Tribological Enhancing Mechanical and Tribological Properties of 3D-Printed Dental Photopolymer Resin Using Hydroxyapatite Nanoparticles by Rochmadi, Kuncoro Diharjo, Ubaidillah, Joko Triyono, Eko Surojo, Abdurrahman Hanif, Bhre Wangsa Lenggana, Seung-Bok Choi

“…The composites were evaluated for tensile strength, impact strength, and hardness, wear rate (K), and coefficient of friction (µ). …”
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Longitudinal Biochemical and Behavioral Alterations in a Gyrencephalic Model of Blast-Related Mild Traumatic Brain Injury by Shiyu Tang, Su Xu, Donna Wilder, Alexandre E. Medina, Xin Li, Gary M. Fiskum, Li Jiang, Venkata R. Kakulavarapu, Joseph B. Long, Rao P. Gullapalli, Venkatasivasai Sujith Sajja

“…With this purpose, we established a gyrencephalic model of blast injury in ferrets, which underwent blast exposure applying conditions that closely mimic those associated with primary blast injuries to warfighters. In this study, we evaluated brain biochemical, microstructural, and behavioral profiles after blast exposure using in vivo longitudinal magnetic resonance imaging, histology, and behavioral assessments. …”
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Synergistic Effects of Furfurylated Natural Fibers and Nanoclays on the Properties of Fiber–Cement Composites by Thamires Alves da Silveira, Felipe Vahl Ribeiro, Cristian Conceição Gomes, Arthur Behenck Aramburu, Sandro Campos Amico, André Luiz Missio, Rafael de Avila Delucis

“…The combination of furfurylated fibers and functionalized nanoclay provided the best results in maintaining a compact microstructure, reducing water absorption, and improving mechanical resilience. …”
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Injectable Hydrogel Combined with Nucleus Pulposus-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells for the Treatment of Degenerative Intervertebral Disc in Rats by Feng Wang, Li-ping Nan, Shi-feng Zhou, Yang Liu, Ze-yu Wang, Jing-cheng Wang, Xin-min Feng, Liang Zhang

“…In vitro, the biocompatibility, microstructure, and induced differentiation effect on NPMSC of the hydrogel were studied. …”
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Performance characterization of VARI-processed plain-woven glass/jute hybrid epoxy composites for renewable energy infrastructures: Experimental–numerical synergy by Macaulay M. Owen, Leong Sing Wong, Norashidah Binti Md Din, Emmanuel O. Achukwu, Ahmad, Zafir Romli, Solehuddin Shuib

“…The objective is to evaluate the synergistic performance enhancement achievable through hybridization of synthetic and natural fibers in a layered architecture. …”
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