Optimization and antioxidant evaluation of clean and efficient recovery of polyphenols from Phellodendron amurense waste leaves via ultrasound-assisted extraction by Huimin Huo, Haiying Bao, Jingnan Li, Hongwei Li

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Hybrid energy harvesting enabled by a covalent organic framework membrane by Jiaming Yi, Zhuozhi Lai, Qing Guo, Zhiwei Xing, Qi Sun

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Optimizing energy efficiency in residential buildings: A comprehensive evaluation of solar concrete water heaters integrated with photovoltaics and thermoelectric cooling by Balamurali Duraivel, Natarajan Muthuswamy

“…The system heated 108 L of water to 50 °C in 5 h and reduced indoor temperatures by up to 6.2 °C. Overall system efficiency reached 46.4 %, supported by robust Heat Utilization Factor (HUF) and Coefficient of Performance (COP) metrics. …”
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Nutritional and functional benefits of Gracilaria tenuistipitata in aquafeed: Impacts on growth, hemato-biochemical profile, and economic efficiency in Nile tilapia culture by Md. Rajib Sharker, Al Azim, Muhammad A.B. Siddik, Sang Duk Choi, Palash Halder, Md. Nazmul Haque, Md. Ariful Alam

“…Macroalgae are a valuable source of protein and bioactive compounds like antioxidants, are gaining attention for their nutritional and functional benefits in aquafeed. …”
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Enhancing water use efficiency and fruit quality in jujube cultivation: A review of advanced irrigation techniques and precision management strategies by Yingying Xing, Mengru Chen, Xiukang Wang

“…These technologies enhance the automation and precision of irrigation practices, thereby reducing reliance on external water sources, improving soil moisture retention, decreasing erosion, and mitigating environmental pollution. …”
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Multi-Objective Optimization of Insulation Thickness with Respect to On-Site RES Generation in Residential Buildings by Agis M. Papadopoulos, Konstantinos Polychronakis, Elli Kyriaki, Effrosyni Giama

“…Six scenarios with hybrid renewable energy systems are analyzed, including air- and ground-source heat pumps, solar thermal systems and a biomass fired boiler, so as to assess energy consumption, economic feasibility and internal air temperature conditions. …”
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Metallic Nanotube Array Enabling Far Infrared Thermal Emitter Performance Enhancement by Hansen Kurniawan Njoto, Alfreda Krisna Altama, Wei-Xing Lu, Ting-Hao Chang, Kuan-Chou Lin, San-Liang Lee, Jinn P. Chu, Chih-Ting Lin

“…We fabricate and demonstrate a thermal-radiation far-infared light source with enhanced thermal radiation efficiency, particularly within the crucial 8--14 μm wavelength range, which is vital for various applications. …”
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Efficiency-Centered Fault Diagnosis of In-Service Induction Motors for Digital Twin Applications: A Case Study on Broken Rotor Bars by Adamou Amadou Adamou, Chakib Alaoui

“…The shadow model accurately estimates IM losses and efficiency across various operational conditions. Our proposed method utilizes efficiency as the primary indicator for fault detection, while losses serve as condition indicators for fault diagnosis based on real-time motor parameters and loss sources. …”
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Developing an efficient explainable artificial intelligence approach for accurate reverse osmosis desalination plant performance prediction: application of SHAP analysis by Meysam Alizamir, Mo Wang, Rana Muhammad Adnan Ikram, Sungwon Kim, Kaywan Othman Ahmed, Salim Heddam

“…In recent decades, securing drinkable water sources has become a pressing concern for populations in various regions worldwide. …”
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THE POSSIBILITY OF USING NANOFERTILIZERS TO RAISE THE EFFICIENCY OF VEGETABLE CROPS PRODUCTIVITY, IMPROVE THE QUALITY AND REDUCE THE DAMAGE OF BIOLOGICAL STRESSES (REVIEW ARTICLE) by Fathel Ibraheem

“…Global statistics have shown in many studies that there are large numbers of people in the world whose number exceeds 3 billion peoples who suffer from undernutrition, especially the shortage of micronutrients, as this problem can be overcome by adding fertilizers containing these elements to agricultural production fields in different ways, but the use of these chemical fertilizers may have negative harmful effects on the environment and public health in addition to the high prices, which constitute an economic burden on farms, so the researchers moved not long ago to adopt the idea of using nano-fertilizer to raise production efficiency and reduce the harm of biological stresses reduce the cost of production processes as well as it is the safest food source compared to chemical fertilizers in vegetable crops, which have been used and utilized in many scientific fields in many countries of the world.…”
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EPri-MDAS: An efficient privacy-preserving multiple data aggregation scheme without trusted authority for fog-based smart grid by Jinjiao Zhang, Wenying Zhang, Xiaochao Wei, Huimin Liu

“…By utilizing the low-latency and distributed properties of fog computing, it can improve communication efficiency and user service satisfaction in smart grids. …”
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Slowly digestible starch impairs growth performance of broiler chickens offered low-protein diet supplemental higher amino acid densities by inhibiting the utilization of intestina... by Caiwei Luo, Yao Yu, Gang Meng, Jianmin Yuan

“…Conclusion The SDS diet impaired broiler growth by reducing intestinal starch digestibility, which inhibited intestinal AA and glucose absorption and utilization, increased AA oxidation for energy supply, and lowered the efficiency of protein synthesis. …”
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Intra-day dispatch method via deep reinforcement learning based on pre-training and expert knowledge by Yanbo Chen, Qintao Du, Huayu Dong, Tao Huang, Jiahao Ma, Zitao Xu, Zhihao Wang

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Rapid tests to inform triage and antibiotic prescribing decisions for adults presenting with suspected acute respiratory infection: a rapid evidence synthesis of clinical effective... by Katie Scandrett, Jill Colquitt, Rachel Court, Fiona Whiter, Bethany Shinkins, Yemisi Takwoingi, Emma Loveman, Daniel Todkill, Paramjit Gill, Daniel Lasserson, Lena Al-Khudairy, Amy Grove, Yen-Fu Chen

“…Methods Searches for systematic reviews, randomised controlled trials and cost–utility studies were conducted in May 2023. Sources included MEDLINE, Epistemonikos, EMBASE, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, the Cost-effectiveness Analysis Registry and reference checking. …”
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Turning Trash into Treasure: Silicon Carbide Nanoparticles from Coal Gangue and High-Carbon Waste Materials by Kaixing Gao, Yao Zhang, Binghan Wang, Zhuangzhuang Zhang, Sen Luo, Qian Wang, Yanzhong Zhen, Feng Fu, Yucang Liang

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Distribution of Operating Costs Along the Value Chain of an Open-Pit Copper Mine by Hervé Losaladjome Mboyo, Bingjie Huo, François K. Mulenga, Pieride Mabe Fogang, Jimmy Kalenga Kaunde Kasongo

“…The study also highlighted several opportunities for cost reduction and enhanced mining sustainability through strategies such as energy consumption optimization, the use of alternative energy sources, and optimized blast design. Finally, valuable insights aimed at promoting sustainable resource utilization, improved cost efficiency, and data-driven decision-making in mining operations are offered to mine planners and operators. …”
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Evolution and characteristics of China’s policies on non-hazardous industrial solid waste management: Analysis based on policy texts by YANG Runlin, LI Xiao, REN Yanan, SHI Lei

“…This study aims to systematically review China’s policy texts on NHIW management from 2001 to 2024 and identify their evolutionary stages and main characteristics, thereby providing references for improving policies on comprehensive industrial resource utilization and enhancing environmental governance efficiency. …”
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Efficiency of Penicillium sp. and Aspergillus sp. for bioleaching lithium cobalt oxide from battery wastes in potato dextrose broth and sucrose medium by Thanapon Chandakhiaw, Neung Teaumroong, Pongdet Piromyou, Pongpan Songwattana, Waraporn Tanthanuch, Somchai Tancharakorn, Sakhob Khumkoa

“…Bioleaching, a process utilizing microbial activity, was used in this study to investigate the cobalt and lithium leaching efficiency from battery wastes. …”
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A review of the reinforcement performance of the photovoltaic/thermal hybrid system by Hulya Sabah Sulaiman, Ehsan Fadhil Abbas, Tahseen Ahmed Tahseen

“…In the field of renewable energy and energy efficiency, it has brought stability to the negative impact of carbon emissions due to the increase in energy consumption in the world, as well as the reduction of major fossil fuel sources. …”
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Evaluation of urea loaded nano clay biopolymer composites and nitrification inhibitors on nitrogen use efficiency under maize-wheat cropping system by Premlata Meena, K. M. Manjaiah, Kapil Atmaram Chobhe, Vinod Kumar Sharma, Hanuman Singh Jatav, Mamta, Ajit Kumar Meena

“…Abstract Across the globe, cereal crops have only < 30% nitrogen (N) use efficiency (NUE) due to significant loss of N.During previous decade nitrification inhibitors (NI) were promoted for better N management and utilization. …”
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