Transparent Al-Doped ZnO Thin Films for High-Sensitivity NO₂ Gas Sensing by So-Young Bak, Se-Hyeong Lee, Hyeongrok Jang, Minseong Kim, Sungjae Kim, Moonsuk Yi

“…The morphology, crystallinity, and elemental distribution were analyzed using transmission electron microscopy, selected area electron diffraction, and energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy, while chemical bonding states were investigated via X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy. …”
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Comparative Analysis of Mineralogical Composition and Radioactivity Levels in Stone Samples from the Archaeological Site of <i>Halaesa</i> (Sicily, Italy) by Giuseppe Paladini, Paola Cardiano, Francesco Caridi, Lorenzo Pistorino, Domenico Majolino, Francesco Gregorio, Stefania Lanza, Gabriele Lando, Antonio Francesco Mottese, Marco Miano, Olivia Gómez-Laserna, Valentina Venuti

“…By examining the stone composition at both the elemental and molecular scales, with support from ion chromatography data, potential degradation patterns linked to post-depositional weathering and external decay agents were identified. …”
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Research on the mechanism of the two-dimensional ultrasonic surface burnishing process to enhance the wear resistance for aluminum alloy by Zhen-Yu Zhou, Qiu-Yang Zheng, Yu Li, Cong Ding, Guang-Jian Peng, Zhong-Yu Piao

“…The mechanical properties and microstructure characterization for the gradient nanostructure are performed by operating a nanoindenter, transmission electron microscopy (TEM), and electron backscattered diffraction (EBSD). Dry wear tests are performed on the samples before and after machining to evaluate the wear resistance and mechanisms. …”
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Photocatalytic performance of cuttle fish bone nano-membrane adsorbents for water remediation by Peeyush Phogat, Shreya, Ranjana Jha, Sukhvir Singh

“…Morphological analysis revealed that the material's porosity plays a crucial role in adsorbing dye molecules onto the surface, while zeta potential and thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) confirmed its stability and minimal agglomeration in aqueous solutions. X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis identified calcium carbonate (CaCO3) as the primary phase in CFB, while elemental analysis indicated significant carbon content, contributing to its photocatalytic activity. …”
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Synergistic photocatalytic and biomedical applications of Ag₂O-immobilized Bacillus subtilis-hyaluronic acid by Sikander Ali, Hijab Zahra, Muhammad Usman Ahmad, Amany A. Abdel-Rheem, Muhammad Afzaal, Rab Nawaz, Bakar Bin Khatab Abbasi, Ali Irfan, Yousef A. Bin Jardan

“…Several characterization techniques including X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and energy dispersive X-ray (EDX) spectroscopy were employed to determine the structural properties, morphology, and elemental composition of the synthesized HA-Ag2O nano-adsorbents. …”
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In Situ Generation of Poly(3,4‐ethylenedioxythiophene)/Ag2SeO3 Nanohybrids at Hexane/Water Interface for Photodegradation of Organic Dyes by Anusree V. Rethnakumaran, Mini Mol Menamparambath

“…Additionally, SEM images and elemental composition studies verified the morphology and uniform distribution of nanoparticles within the polymer matrix. …”
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Copper(II) Complex with a 3,3′-Dicarboxy-2,2′-Dihydroxydiphenylmethane-Based Carboxylic Ligand: Synthesis, Spectroscopic, Optical, Density Functional Theory, Cytotoxic, and Molecul... by Ayman H. Ahmed, Ibrahim O. Althobaiti, Kamal A. Soliman, Yazeed M. Asiri, Ebtsam K. Alenezy, Saad Alrashdi, Ehab S. Gad

“…A significant difference in the diffraction patterns between Cu(II)–DCM (amorphous) and DCM (crystalline) was displayed using an X-ray diffraction analysis. …”
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Prediction of Li-ion conductivity in Ca and Si co-doped LiZr2(PO4)3 using a denoising autoencoder for experimental data by Yumika Yokoyama, Shuto Noguchi, Kazuki Ishikawa, Naoto Tanibata, Hayami Takeda, Masanobu Nakayama, Ryo Kobayashi, Masayuki Karasuyama

“…However, a recent use of a materials informatics approach utilizing machine learning shows promise for more efficient property optimization. This study proposes a deep learning model to correlate powder X-ray diffraction (XRD) profiles with the activation energy (Ea) for Li-ion conduction, thereby enhancing the interpretability of the measurement data. …”
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Microstructure and properties evolution of laser cladded B4C/Inconel 625 coatings by simultaneous ultrasonic impact by Lin Chen, Wei Chen, Xiuwei Tong, Lin Liu, Hao Li, Chunhuan Guo, Fengchun Jiang, Zubin Chen, Wenyao Sun, Yisen Liu, Chunyu Tan

“…The results demonstrate that the phase composition remains unchanged after being treated by UIT, whereas the diffraction peak intensity decreases significantly, suggesting microstructure refinement. …”
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Enhanced Photoluminescence of Europium-Doped TiO₂ Nanoparticles Using a Single-Source Precursor Strategy by Violaine Mendez, Marlène Fabre, Thibaut Cornier, Françoise Bosselet, Stéphane Loridant, Sarah Asaad, Stéphane Daniele

“…All the nanomaterials were thoroughly characterized using Eu elemental analysis, powder X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning (SEM), transmission (TEM), scanning transmission electron microscopy (STEM), Brunauer–Emmett–Teller (BET) analysis, thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), Raman spectroscopy, and photoluminescence (PL). …”
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Effect of Quenching Temperature on Microstructure and Wear Resistant Properties of Mo₂FeB₂ Cermet Coating by Hao Zhang, Yongqi Hu, Yang Zhang

“…The effects of the quenching temperature on the microstructure and wear resistance were investigated using optical microscopy (OM) for cross-sectional morphology, scanning electron microscopy (SEM) for microstructural and wear surface analyses, energy-dispersive spectroscopy (EDS) for elemental composition analysis, and X-ray diffraction (XRD) for phase identification. …”
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Effect of La addition on microstructure and mechanical properties of as-cast AZ91 magnesium alloy by Hongwei Zhu, Rui Zhang, Shule Xia, Furen Xiao

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Harnessing molluscan shell waste for sustainable tribology by integrating biogenic fillers in eco-friendly brake pad development by N. Jiyas, S. D. Akshay, S. J. Ardra, Anand M. R. Sekhar, M. Jayakrishnan, Indu Sasidharan, Bindu Kumar K

“…Cashew friction dust and graphene oxide served as friction modifiers to optimize tribological performance. The elemental composition and structural characteristics of the shells were examined using Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy, X-ray fluorescence, and X-ray diffraction, while thermogravimetric analysis assessed thermal stability. …”
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A Strain-Compensated InGaAs/InGaSb Type-II Superlattice Grown on InAs Substrates for Long-Wavelength Infrared Photodetectors by Hao Zhou, Chang Liu, Yiqiao Chen

“…Novel methodologies were developed to optimize the As and Sb flux growth conditions. The quality of the epitaxial layer was characterized using multiple analytical techniques, including differential interference contrast microscopy, atomic force microscopy, high-resolution X-ray diffraction, and high-resolution transmission electron microscopy. …”
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Facile Synthesis and Characterization of Novel Analcime/Sodium Magnesium Aluminum Silicon Silicate Nanocomposite for Efficient Removal of Methylene Blue Dye from Aqueous Media by Ehab A. Abdelrahman, Zahrah Alqahtani, Mortaga M. Abou-Krisha, Fawaz A. Saad, Reem K. Shah

“…Energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX) confirmed the elemental composition, showing higher sodium content and optimized incorporation of aluminum and silicon in Z2. …”
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Facile preparation of the new organic ligands, schiff bases and metal complexes in well by Mervette El Batouti, El sayedH. El-Mossalamy, Jihad M. Aldesouky, Mohamed A. Khashaba, Howida A. Fetouh

“…Structural features derived from elemental analysis (empirical formula), melting point (purity), nuclear magnetic resonance (1H, 13C) spectra and mass spectra. …”
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Sustainable water treatment using thermally stable natural clay: dual adsorption–thermolysis approach for organic pollutants and nitrate removal by Iyad Dawood, Ahed H. Zyoud, Shaher Zyoud, Ameed Amireh, Samer H. Zyoud, Tae Woo Kim

“…Comprehensive characterization via X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, thermogravimetric analysis, and elemental analysis confirmed the high crystallinity, porous structure, and thermal robustness of the clay—properties essential for its dual adsorption–thermolysis functionality. …”
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Enhanced photocatalytic and electrochemical properties of green synthesized strontium doped titanium dioxide nanoparticles for dye removal and supercapacitor applications by Yonas Etafa Tasisa, M. Gunasekaran, Tridib Kumar Sarma, Ramaswamy Krishnaraj, M. Arivanandhan

“…Characterization results confirmed successful Sr incorporation into the TiO2 lattice. X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis revealed a slight shift in peak positions, indicating lattice distortion due to Sr doping. …”
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Biogenic silver nanoparticles from Simarouba glauca DC leaf extract: Synthesis, characterization, and anticancer efficacy in lung cancer cells with protective effects in Caenorhabd... by Santosh Mallikarjun Bhavi, Akshata Choudhari Padti, Bothe Thokchom, Sapam Riches Singh, Shivanand S. Bhat, Sukesh Kumar Bajire, Rajesh P. Shastry, B.S. Srinath, Sushma Subraya Gummani, B.P. Harini, Ramesh Babu Yarajarla

“…Future research should focus on elucidating the mechanisms underlying these effects and optimizing their therapeutic applications.…”
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Influence of Cr on the quaternary FeTaTiW medium entropy alloy by R. Martins, B. Monteiro, A. P. Gonçalves, J. B. Correia, A. Galatanu, E. Alves, E. Tejado, J. Y. Pastor, M. Dias

“…Despite this, the study underscores the promising attributes of HEAs and highlights areas for further optimization to enhance its suitability for extreme conditions.…”
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