Investigating the influence of urban green spaces on urban heat island mitigation – taking four districts in Shijiazhuang as an example by Nan Zhang, Qiuning Ding, Haitao Wang

“…Furthermore, augmentation of green space configurations is recommended in vicinities characterized by building densities falling within the range of 0.2 to 0.3. …”
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Fast Rate Production of Biodiesel from Neem Seed Oil Using a Catalyst Made from Banana Peel Ash Loaded with Metal Oxide (Li-CaO/Fe2 (SO4)3) by Ismail J. Madai, Yusufu Abeid Chande Jande, Thomas Kivevele

“…It is important to note that the physicochemical properties of biodiesel in this study such as initial boiling points, flash point, pour point, cloud point, density, kinematic viscosity, final boiling points, and cetane index met ASTM D-6751 and EN 14214 standards. …”
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Cyclophilin–CD147 interaction enables SARS-CoV-2 infection of human monocytes and their activation via Toll-like receptors 7 and 8 by Gabor Tajti, Laura Gebetsberger, Gregor Pamlitschka, Katharina Aigner-Radakovics, Judith Leitner, Peter Steinberger, Hannes Stockinger, Anna Ohradanova-Repic

“…Instead, the alternative SARS-CoV-2 receptor CD147, which is highly expressed on monocytes, recognizes its well-known interaction partners cyclophilins A and B that are incorporated into SARS-CoV-2 virions. Secondly, upon viral uptake via the cyclophilin-CD147 interaction, that can be inhibited by specific CD147 blocking antibodies or competition with recombinant human cyclophilin A and B, SARS-CoV-2 RNA is recognized by TLR7/8 in endosomes, leading to upregulation of tumor necrosis factor (TNF), interleukin (IL)-1β and IL-6, comprising the core hyperinflammatory signature. …”
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Simulation of the Performance of Kevlar Impregnated Shear Thickening Fluid Ballistic Test Results (STF) Ballistic Test Results by Riduwan Prasetya, Andoko Andoko, Suprayitno Suprayitno, Retno Wulandari, Prihanto Trihutomo, Kenji Mishima, Dawid Janas

“…Kevlar yarn was modeled as a shell element formed into fabric with a sine wave profile, investigating two types of STF: SiO2-PEG200 (S0) and SiO2-PEG200-B4C (S1), differing in maximum viscosities. The addition of STF resulted in increased coefficients of friction on Kevlar, with the highest values observed for the SiO2-PEG200-B4C impregnated fabric (  =0.87 and =0.82). …”
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Synthesis of glass-based catalysts for biodiesel production from a blend of beef tallow and waste cooking oil by M. Mashamba, L. Tshuma, L.B. Moyo, N. Tshuma, G.S. Simate

“…Furthermore, the produced biodiesel was characterised to evaluate its fuel properties: the tested parameters kinematic viscosity, density, flash point and acid value were within the desirable limits for biodiesel according to American and European standards . …”
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Organic Glass-Forming Liquids and the Concept of Fragility by Alba-Simionesco, Christiane

“…The most remarkable property of these liquids is how fast in temperature their viscosity or structural relaxation time increases as approaching $T_g$. …”
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Effects of potassium sodium niobate (KNN) thickness on biaxial non-resonant microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) mirror performance by L. Mollard, C. Dieppedale, A. Hamelin, R. Liechti, G. Le Rhun

“…The results obtained with these non-resonant mirrors, all fabricated using a collective 200 mm silicon manufacturing process, exhibit the following: (a) an arm deformation of 50 to 80 <span class="inline-formula">µ</span>m corresponding to an estimated tensile residual stress of approximately 120 MPa in the KNN layer, (b) the same level of performance for the 0.5 <span class="inline-formula">µ</span>m thick lead zirconate titanate (PZT) and KNN at 10 V, and (c) an optical angle up to 8.5° at 40 V for the 2 <span class="inline-formula">×</span> 2 mm<span class="inline-formula">²</span> mirror design with 1.5 <span class="inline-formula">µ</span>m thick KNN. …”
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Paleozoic multi-stage magmatism in the Yuka terrane, North Qaidam orogenic belt: mantle modification, tectonic evolution, and geodynamic processes by Yibin Lin, Chengtao Yu, Shuyuan Chen, Sudong Shi, Sangjiancuo Luo, Junaid Khan

“…In this paper, a comprehensive study of mafic-intermediate rocks from the Yuka Terrane in the NQOB suggests that zircon U-Pb dating yielded ages of 471 ± 3 Ma and 438 ± 3 Ma, respectively. …”
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Egg Freshness Indexes Correlations with Ovomucin Concentration during Storage by Yajun Jiang, Dandan Fu, Ming Ma

“…The relationship between protein changes and egg quality during storage is a critical area of investigation in both basic science and egg product preservation. Viscosity changes in albumen are a sensitive sign of the deterioration process. …”
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Composition and Performance Evaluation of SBS/SBR Modified Emulsified Asphalt for Tack Coat on Airport Pavement by Kaiwei Wang, Xiangbing Xie, Guanghui Li, Jinggan Shao, Meng Bao, Mingwei Wang, Xianglei Zhu, Yahui He

“…Combined with the evaporation residue, softening point, penetration, ductility, and Engla viscosity indexes, the range analysis was carried out to determine the optimal dosage of modifier and emulsifier. …”
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Influence of Soybean Oil on Binder and Warm Mixture Asphalt Properties by Rezvan Babagoli, Alireza Ameli

“…Several binder tests are used to measure the physical and rheological behaviors of binders, such as penetration grade, softening point, temperature susceptibility, rotational viscosity (RV), Multiple Stress Creep Recovery (MSCR), and Linear Amplitude Sweep (LAS) tests. …”
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DÖNÜŞÜMCÜ LİDERLİĞİN ÖRGÜTSEL VATANDAŞLIK DAVRANIŞINA ETKİSİ: TÜRKİYE’DE YEREL YÖNETİMLERE DAİR UYGULAMALI BİR ARAŞTIRMA by Sefa ÇETİN, Ceren GİDERLER, Efe EFEOĞLU

“…Söz konusu ölçekte belirlenen dönüşümcü liderlik boyutları; çalışanların başarılarını ödüllendirme / kutlama, personeli gelişimi konusunda cesaretlendirme, örnek olma, paylaşılan farklı bir vizyon yaratma ve süreci sorgulama olarak belirlenmiştir.…”
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Physicochemical Properties, Antioxidant Activity, and Flavor Profile of Strawberry Fruit-Based Novel Drinking Jelly Made with <i>Gracilaria fisheri</i> Seaweed as a Gelling Agent a... by Narin Charoenphun, Paramee Noonim, Somwang Lekjing, Chawakwan Nitikornwarakul, Nam Hoang Pham, Karthikeyan Venkatachalam

“…Physicochemical parameters, including pH, total soluble solid (TSS), and TSS/titratable acidity (TA) ratios, increased with GF levels, contributing to a sweeter, less acidic product, while water activity (a_w) decreased, enhancing jelly stability. Viscosity and sulfate content increased significantly with GF concentration, indicating improved gel strength but reduced fluidity. …”
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Optimization of Soursop (Annona Muricata L.) Leaf Extract in Nanoemulgel And Antiacnes Activity Test Against Propionibacterium Acnes, Staphylococcus Aureus, Staphylococcus Epidermi... by Asyhari, Hanif Fibiana, Cabral, Kibedi B., Wikantyasning, Erindyah R.

“…Evaluation of nanoemulgel physical properties showed homogeneous, pH value of 5.83±0.24, spreadability of 5.57±0.25cm, the adhesive force of 3.80±0.25 seconds, viscosity of 11479.33±167.49 cP, antibacterial activity against P.acnes, Staphylococcus aureus, and Staphylococcus epidermidis with inhibition zone diameters of 9.67±0.47 mm, 7.33±0.47 mm, and 5.67±0.47 mm. respectively. …”
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Internal transcribed spacer metagenomics data unravelling the core fungal community structure residing the wheat and maize rhizosphereNCBINCBINCBI by Sadia Latif, Rizwana Kousar, Anum Fatima, Naeem Khan, Hina Fatimah

“…The rhizosphere is a complex micro-ecological zone in the direct vicinity of plant roots and is considered a hotspot of microbial diversity. …”
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Anthropodermic Bibliopegy, or, Using Human Skins in Books Binding: A historical study by د. حامد معروف الزیات

“…That skin was drowned in known places such as the French city, "Midon",and by famous binders such as John Stockton Hog and Rapparlier who was thebinder of the book entitled "Dance of death". …”
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Assessing inter-basin groundwater input to the Verlorenvlei estuarine lake using stable isotopes and hydrochemistry by A. Welham, J. van Rooyen, A. Watson, J. Miller, R. Chow

“…Two sandstone and shale-dominated sub-catchments exhibit overlapping groundwater δ18O and δ2H values and water types to the sub-catchment in the nearest vicinity of Verlorenvlei, suggesting a disproportionately high groundwater contribution from these sub-catchments to Verlorenvlei. …”
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Biosorption of Cadmium by Filamentous Fungi Isolated from Coastal Water and Sediments by Lebeth C. Manguilimotan, Jayzon G. Bitacura

“…The results of this study showed that Cd tolerant fungi with biosorption capacity could be isolated from coastal water and sediments in the vicinity of areas suspected of heavy metal contamination.…”
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Roman stamped bricks from the Tussla-collection in the Hungarian National Museum by Linda Dobosi, Tamás Szabadváry

“…The other 27 stamps belonged to 10 other manufacturers: the legio XI Claudia (4), legio XXX Ulpia Victrix (2), cohors VII Breucorum (6), classis Flavia Histrica (1), Quadriburgium (3), Frigeridus dux (1), Terentius dux (1), Lupicinus tribunus (6), Terentianus tribunus (1) and Corta Vicen (2). The Tussla-collection enhances greatly our knowledge about the legionary fortress of Brigetio and forms a solid supplement to the ongoing excavations. …”
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Surgical treatment of fourth branchial apparatus anomalies: a case series study by Wan-Xin Li, Yanbo Dong, Aobo Zhang, Jun Tian, Cheng Lu, Jean Pierre Jeannon, Liangfa Liu

“…The tracts were all followed to the vicinity of inferior cornu of the thyroid cartilage and the cricothyroid space. …”
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