Synthesis, characterization and electrochemical studies of psyllium-based conductive copolymers by Ridhima Khanna, Lalita Chopra, Akhil Saxena, Jasgurpreet Singh Chohan, Girish Chandra Sharma, Talib K. Ibrahim, Manish Gupta, M. Ijaz Khan

“…Physico-chemical analysis techniques such as High Resolution- Transmission Electron Microscopy, Scanning Emission Microscopy, Fourier Transmission Infrared Spectroscopy, Thermal Gravimetric Analysis, Energy Dispersive X-ray analysis, X-Ray Diffraction analysis, Zeta Potential and swelling studies were employed to understand all the structural, chemical, morphological, thermal changes in PSH after grafting with ANI and crosslinking. …”
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Radioactivity concentration of 14C in the air of 14C urea breath test rooms and the resulting internal dose to medical staff by Bei Yu, Fei Chen, Jing Cao, Dingxin Long

“…The sample was analyzed using a low-background liquid scintillation counter. Results: The radioactivity concentrations of 14C in air of the breath-test rooms in hospitals and physical examination institutions range from 1.35 to 18.41 Bq/m3. …”
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Recycling phosphate mine waste rocks in asphalt mixtures to fully replace natural aggregate: A preliminary study by Fadi Alhomaidat, Mazen J. Al-Kheetan, Sajedah M. Alosifat

“…The mixtures’ mechanical, microstructural, and synergistic properties were evaluated using the cantabro test, scanning electron microscopy (SEM) analysis, and the attenuated total reflectance-fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (ATR-FTIR) analysis, respectively. …”
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Analysis of poisoning with OTC drugs for suicidal purposes among children and adolescents in Poland in the period 2012 - 2023 by Maria Kubicka, Paulina Polańska, Marta Gruszka, Martyna Zakrocka

“…Intentional poisonings, especially suicide attempts, are on the rise, often involving over-the-counter (OTC) medications, with paracetamol being the most commonly used substance. …”
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Impact of Climate Change on Food Security in Kashare Sub-County, Mbarara District. by Agaba, Richard

“…The objectives were to identify the causes of climate change in the area, evaluate its effects on crop yields and food security, and explore the adaptation strategies that farmers use to counter climate change impacts on food production and livelihoods. …”
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Green Strategy–Based Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles for Antibacterial Applications by Keneth Iceland, Kasozi

“…A dynamic light-scattering analysis registered the mean zeta potential of +6.3mV and +0.9 mV for PAE and CSE biosynthesized nanoparticles, respectively. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy spectra exhibited bands corresponding to different organic functional groups confirming the capping of AgNPs by PAE and CSE phytochemicals. …”
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Enhancement of state response capability and famine mitigation: a comparative analysis of two drought events in northern China during the Ming dynasty by F. Tian, F. Tian, Y. Su, Y. Su, X. Chen, X. Chen, L. Tao, L. Tao

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Prevalence and distribution of hypertension and related risk factors in Jilin Province, China 2015: a cross-sectional study by Bin Liu, Wei Sun, Junduo Wu, Tianyi Li, Xianjing Song, Yangyu Zhang, Yingyu Liu, Longbo Li, Yunpeng Yu, Yihang Liu, Chao Qi

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Agricultural innovation characteristics and their utilization: A case of National Agricultural Research Organization by Alex, Barekye

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Trimetallic ferrite functionalized by guaninium tartrate ionic liquid (Co0.2Zn0.6Cu0.2Fe2O4-SiO2@[GuaH]+[Tar]2‒[GuaH]+) as a novel inorganic-bioorganic nanostructure to promote aqu... by Zahra Khademi, Kobra Nikoofar, Mansoureh Zahedi-Tabrizi

“…The novel bio-nanostructure was characterized by various techniques such as fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), energy dispersive X-ray analysis (EDAX), EDAX mapping, field emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM), X-ray fluorescence (XRF), X-ray diffraction (XRD), thermogravimetric/differential thermal gravimetric analysis (TGA/DTG), vibrating sample magnetometry (VSM), high resolution transmission electron microscopy (HRTEM), and zeta potential analysis. …”
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Catastrophic and violent tornadoes: a detailed review of physical-mathematical models by Sergey A. Arsen’yev, Lev V. Eppelbaum

“…A method for nonstochastic long-term forecasting using the pattern recognition theory and Fourier analysis has recently been developed. A close correlation between the tidal forces of the Sun–Moon–Earth gravitational system and the total number of tornadoes per year was found. …”
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Characterization and enhanced performance of Ivorian clays as potential modifiers in carbon paste electrodes by Legré Paul Gauly, Mariame Coulibaly, Ségnéninhinténin Bakary Soro, Koffi Siméon Kouadio, Seiny Roger N’Dri, Ali Sanou, Albert Trokourey

“…The clays underwent physicochemical and electrochemical characterizations, including density measurements, X-ray diffraction, thermogravimetric analysis, differential thermal analysis, specific surface area, Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy, X-ray fluorescence and cation exchange capacity. …”
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Unveiling polyoxometalate redox properties at the nanoscale by Volatron, Florence, Izzet, Guillaume, Vuillaume, Dominique,  Proust, Anna

“…Furthermore, POMs are polyanions, with counter cations playing a crucial role, beyond ensuring charge neutrality. …”
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Research on Performance and Mechanism of the NH3-SCR Reaction over Fly Ash-derived Mn-Ce/Zeolite X by Weijia Ren, Qi Xin, Zhesheng Hua, Zhong Zheng, Lifeng Xiao, Shaojun Liu, Chenghang Zheng, Yang Yang

“…Finally, the mechanism of NH3-SCR reaction on Mn-Ce/zeolite X was systematically performed by using diffused reflectance infrared Fourier transform spectroscopy (DRIFTS). The characterization results showed that the amorphous structure and good dispersion between Mn and Ce on the surface of the zeolite changed the electronic properties of the active components, improved its low-temperature catalytic activity, brought it characteristics of Mn and Ce at the same time, and broaden the reaction temperature range. …”
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The g-generalized Mittag-Leffler (p,s,k)-function by Umbreen Ayub, Madiha Shafiq, Amir Abbas, Umair Khan, Anuar Ishak, Y.S. Hamed, Homan Emadifar

“…The paper then delves into the utilization of the g-generalized ML (p,s,k)-function in integral transforms, with a focus on the Laplace and Fourier transforms. How the g-generalized ML (p,s,k)-function serves as a valuable tool to solve FDEs, including those that arise in engineering, physics, and biology are highlighted.…”
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Cancer stem-like cells stay in a plastic state ready for tumor evolution by Jiali Xu, Houde Zhang, Zhihao Nie, Wenyou He, Yichao Zhao, Zhenhui Huang, Lin Jia, Zhiye Du, Baotong Zhang, Siyuan Xia

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Sol–gel synthesis of TiO2 doped with chromium: photocatalytic degradation of tartrazine by Ana E. Cardozo, Elsa M. Farfán Torres, Graciela V. Morales, Edgardo L. Sham

“…The solids obtained by this technique were heat-treated at 400°C and characterized by Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), Raman Spectroscopy, Diffuse Reflectance Spectroscopy, X-Ray Diffraction (XRD), N2 Sorptometry, and Zeta Potential. …”
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Data analysis for performance index of plate heat exchanger filled by ionanofluid-oil: parallel versus counterflow by Ishrat Zahan, Rehena Nasrin, Nusrat Jahan Jakia

“…A comprehensive data analysis is conducted using the surface response method, including ANOVA, sensitivity analysis, and optimization testing. The counter and parallel flow designs achieve approximately 76.23% and 70.07% thermal enhancement at Re = 1, respectively. …”
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The biodegradation of low-density polyethylene by Bacillus species by Felicia E. Uwakwe, Tobias I.N. Ezejiofor, Ernest A.A. Anyalogbu, Toochukwu E. Ogbulie

“…The ability of the microbial isolates to degrade polyethylene (table water sachets) was determined using microbial growth measurement in liquid medium (Optical Density (OD600)), disappearance and introduction of functional groups (Fourier Transform Infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and weight loss analysis measured after sixty (60) days of incubation in mineral salt vitamin media. …”
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Structure, Immune and Anti-aging Activities of Capsular Polysaccharide Produced by Lactobacillus plantarum W1 by Yongjiao GAO, Kun WANG, Jing ZHAO, Feng ZUO

“…The absolute molecular weight, functional groups and monosaccharide composition of CPS were analyzed by gel permeation chromatography system, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy and high performance liquid chromatography. …”
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