Finite Element Analysis of a Natural Fiber (Maize) Composite Beam by D. Saravana Bavan, G. C. Mohan Kumar

“…Morphological analysis and X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis for the fiber were examined by means of scanning electron microscope (SEM) and X-ray diffractometer. From the results, it has been found that the finite element values are acceptable with proper assumptions, and the prepared natural fiber composite beam material can be used for structural engineering applications.…”
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Effective Remediation of Lead Ions from Aqueous Solution by Chemically Carbonized Rubber Wood Sawdust: Equilibrium, Kinetics, and Thermodynamic Study by Swarup Biswas, Umesh Mishra

“…Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, scanning electron microscope, and energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy confirmed the batch adsorption of lead ion onto chemically carbonized rubber wood sawdust.…”
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Component library creation and pixel array generation with micromilled droplet microfluidics by David McIntyre, Diana Arguijo, Kaede Kawata, Douglas Densmore

“…Abstract Droplet microfluidics enable high-throughput screening, sequencing, and formulation of biological and chemical systems at the microscale. Such devices are generally fabricated in a soft polymer such as polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS). …”
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Sustainable Use of Gum Acacia as a Biopolymeric Additive in Ultra-High Performance Concrete by Suthan Kumar N., Sahaya Ruben J., Ibsa Neme M.

“…With an improved microstructure, the results revealed improved hydration and durability as revealed through the scanning electron microscopic (SEM) images. The SEM photographs of the concrete showed more polymorphic patterns and crystals overall relative to the UHPC with SRA, while exhibiting little to no microfractures. …”
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Function of nodal cilia in left-right determination: Mechanical regulation in initiation of symmetry breaking by Takanobu A. Katoh

“…In this review, we provide an overview of initial left-right symmetry breaking that occurs at the node, focusing mainly on a recent biophysical study that revealed the function of nodal immotile cilia using advanced microscopic techniques, such as optical tweezers and super-resolution microscopy.…”
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Influence of Different Types of Emulsifiers on Properties of Emulsified Asphalt Binder and Its Evaporation Residue by Molecular Dynamics Simulation by Ying-feng Wu, Xin Qu

“…The mechanism of the different emulsifiers on asphalt binders and their evaporation residue is explored at a microscale to help us to understand emulsified asphalt binder and its evaporation residue more in depth.…”
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ANALYSIS AND OPTIMIZATION OF CRACKING IN THE CATALYST OF AN EXTENDED-RANGE THREE CYLINDER ENGINE by HONG Yang, XIE ZuTong, REN JianPing, YE NengYong

“…The fracture and material were analyzed by means of chemical composition detection, metallographic structure analysis and fracture electron microscope scanning. The vibration characteristics of the three cylinder engine were discussed, and the heat transfer analysis and thermal modal analysis of the catalyst were carried out. …”
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Assessing Deep Learning Techniques for the Recognition of Tropical Disease in Images from Parasitological Exams by Ammar Akram Abdulrazzaq, Asaad T. Al-Douri, Abdulsattar Abdullah Hamad, Mustafa Musa Jaber, Zelalem Meraf

“…The current process for diagnosis still depends on an analysis of parasitological exams performed by a human being under a laboratory microscope. The area of pattern recognition in images presents itself as a promising alternative to support and automate image-based exams, and deep learning techniques have been successfully applied for this purpose. …”
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Emociones y cultura política: análisis de las galerías de la memoria presentadas por el Capítulo Bogotá del Movimiento Nacional de Víctimas de Crímenes de Estado (Movice) by David Eduardo González Caballero

“…El texto propone repensar el concepto de cultura política como la lucha por elsentido de lo social, para adaptarlo a las necesidades de un trabajo cualitativo y deperspectiva microsocial, mediante la inclusión de insumos teóricos y metodológicosprovenientes de las sociologías de los movimientos sociales y de las emociones.Una vez planteada esta concepción renovada de dicho concepto, el texto se ocupadel análisis de las galerías de la memoria desplegadas por el Capítulo Bogotá delMovimiento Nacional de Víctimas de Crímenes de Estado (Movice), argumentandoque el principal objetivo de estos actos públicos de memoria es la transformaciónde la cultura política de quienes los observan, en un proceso de resocializacióncognitiva, emocional y moral dirigido contra los significados, reglas emocionalesy principios morales que dan soporte a determinadas estructuras y relaciones dedominación en el ámbito macrosocial.…”
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Pre-service science teacher’s opinions on virtual labs and their use in biology by Koca Asiye Bilge, Kizilay Esra

“…They emphasized that it included biology-related themes, offered opportunities for lab work, dispelled misconceptions, and allowed students to use a microscope.…”
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Equilibrium Isotherms, Kinetics, and Thermodynamic Mechanisms of a Novel Polyacrylamide-Strychnos potatorum Seed-Derived Activated Carbon Composite for Aqueous Hardness Removal by Yohan L. N. Mathota Arachchige, T. D. Fernando

“…The synthesized composite was characterized using Fourier transform infrared-attenuated total reflection (FTIR-ATR) spectroscopy and scanning electron microscope (SEM). According to this study, the process of removal of hardness depends on the contact time, adsorbent dosage, initial contents, and pH of the solution. …”
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Deliberations on the External Morphology and Modification of the Labial Segments in the Nepomorpha (Heteroptera: Insecta) with Notes on the Phylogenetic Characteristics by Jolanta Brożek

“…The present study provides new data concerning the external morphology of the labial segments of 46 species from nine Nepomorpha families using the scanning electron microscope. The labial segments are described in detail and images of their structures are presented for the systematic groups. …”
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Back to Natural Fiber: Wool Color Influences Its Sensitivity to Enzymatic Treatment by Amro A. Amara

“…The enzyme activity in case of white wool was 4 Units/ml and for blackish brown wool was 1.5 Units/ml. Electron microscope has been used to evaluate the end result. …”
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Regional blockade in endoscopic surgical removal of pituitary adenoma by N Akhmadov, E Nasibova

“…The endoscopic endonasal transsphenoidal approach is gaining popularity as an alternative to the traditional technique for removing pituitary adenomas using an operating microscope. In transnasal transsphenoidal resection of pituitary tumors, bilateral regional anesthesia of the pterygopalatine fossa, performed through subzygomatic access, has been found to be the most optimal technique. …”
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Study of the Characteristics Mechanical Damage and Constitutive Model of Crushed-Rocks from High-Grade Highway in Permafrost Region by Qinshuai Zhang, Qingzhi Wang, Jianhong Fang, Xiangqing Zhao, Jizhen Li, Shuan Li

“…Three types of rocks are selected to conduct uniaxial compression and microscope experimental to study the influences of freeze-thaw cycles on crushed-rocks from Gonghe-Yushu high-graded highway, which is the first high-grade highway built in permafrost regions in China. …”
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Implications Of Ingesting Soft Drink And Energy Drink On Hepatic Microcirculation Of Albino Rat by Saira Munawar, Faiza Irshad, G.P. William, Muhammad Suhail, Ayesha Yousaf, Ahmad Haris Suhail

“…Later, the rats were sacrificed, the liver dissected out, slides prepared and stained with H & E for microscopic observation. Result: Morphometric analysis showed an increase in the diameters of centrilobular veins of both experimental groups receiving caffeinated SD and ED compared to control group p-values <0.001. …”
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Preparation and Microwave Absorption Properties of Polyaniline and Magnetite Core-Shell-Structured Hybrid by Xuan Zhang

“…The morphologies of PAN@Fe3O4 hybrids are studied by scanning electron microscope (SEM) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM). …”
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Alpha-Glycerylphosphorylcholine and D-Panthenol Eye Drops in Patients Undergoing Cataract Surgery by Gianluca Martone, Alessandra Balestrazzi, Giorgio Ciprandi, Angelo Balestrazzi

“…In conclusion, this study confirmed that IVCM helps assess the tunnel after cataract surgery due to its ability to provide microscopic details in vivo. Topical therapy with alpha-glycerylphosphorylcholine and D-Panthenol eye drops promoted and stabilized the reepithelialization process. …”
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Processing and Characterization of High Density Polyethylene/Ethylene Vinyl Acetate Blends with Different VA Contents by Othman Y. Alothman

“…The results showed that the addition of EVA to HDPE reduces the thermal, elastic, and viscoelastic properties of the blends. The microscopic examination of the fracture surface confirmed the ductile fracture of HDPE/EVA blends for all blend ratios and VA percentages. …”
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Aspartic Acid- and Glycine-Functionalized Mesoporous Silica as an Effective Adsorbent to Remove Methylene Blue from Contaminated Water by Abdullah M. Alswieleh

“…The average size of the nanoadsorbents was estimated to be ca. 290 nm as characterized by scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and transmission electron microscope (TEM). The physical and chemical properties of the Asp-MSNs and Gly-MSNs were also characterized by Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, zeta potential, and elemental analysis. …”
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