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View article: Optimizing maleic anhydride content to enhance mechanical performance and thermal stability of recycled polyolefin blends
Optimizing maleic anhydride content to enhance mechanical performance and thermal stability of recycled polyolefin blends Open
This study evaluated the effects of maleic anhydride (MA) coupling agent on the mechanical and thermal properties and long-term stability of post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastics. The addition of MA coupling agent increased the tensile str…
View article: From Coated to Uncoated: Scanning Electron Microscopy Corrections to Estimate True Surface Pore Size in Nanoporous Membranes
From Coated to Uncoated: Scanning Electron Microscopy Corrections to Estimate True Surface Pore Size in Nanoporous Membranes Open
Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) is the premier method for characterizing the nanoscale surface pores in ultrafiltration (UF) membranes and the support layers of reverse osmosis (RO) membranes. Based on SEM, the conventional understandin…
View article: A Thermoreversible Gelation Pathway to Mesoporous Aerogel Monoliths Based on Poly(methyl methacrylate) Stereocomplex Crystals
A Thermoreversible Gelation Pathway to Mesoporous Aerogel Monoliths Based on Poly(methyl methacrylate) Stereocomplex Crystals Open
In pursuit of lightweight, functional thermoplastic materials, novel monolithic aerogels composed entirely of poly(methyl methacrylate) (PMMA) and its stereocomplex crystals are reported. Herein, PMMA aerogels are fabricated using a one‐po…
View article: Butterfly Wing Microstructure Inspired Solid/Porous Alternating Layered Structures: In Situ Visualization of Confined Foaming
Butterfly Wing Microstructure Inspired Solid/Porous Alternating Layered Structures: In Situ Visualization of Confined Foaming Open
This study explores confined foaming in micro‐/nano‐layered (MNL) solid/porous alternating structures inspired by the hierarchical architecture of Ulysses butterfly wings. Biomimetic MNL films composed of alternating polycarbonate (PC) and…
View article: Substrate Engineering for Durable Omniphobic Liquid‐Like Surfaces
Substrate Engineering for Durable Omniphobic Liquid‐Like Surfaces Open
The critical role of substrates in enhancing the omniphobicity of liquid‐like surfaces (LLSs) is investigated. To smoothen substrate asperity roughness and graft polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS)‐based LLSs, sol–gel silica utilizing 1,2‐bis(trie…
View article: Mechanical property enhancement of poly (butylene adipate-co-terephthalate)-based composites via filling with cellulose-rich biofiber from kimchi cabbage byproducts
Mechanical property enhancement of poly (butylene adipate-co-terephthalate)-based composites via filling with cellulose-rich biofiber from kimchi cabbage byproducts Open
Despite their promise as industrial materials, kimchi cabbage byproducts (KCBs) are typically disposed of through landfilling or incineration. Previous research on KCB recycling has primarily focused on low-value applications, which do not…
View article: Green, Sustainable, and Melt-Compoundable PLA Composites Reinforced with Spray-Dried Lignocellulosic Nanofibrils for Enhanced Barrier and Mechanical Properties
Green, Sustainable, and Melt-Compoundable PLA Composites Reinforced with Spray-Dried Lignocellulosic Nanofibrils for Enhanced Barrier and Mechanical Properties Open
View article: Parametrically amplified Josephson plasma waves in YBa_2Cu_3O_(6+x): evidence for local superconducting fluctuations up to the pseudogap temperature $T^*$
Parametrically amplified Josephson plasma waves in YBa_2Cu_3O_(6+x): evidence for local superconducting fluctuations up to the pseudogap temperature $T^*$ Open
A number of experiments have reported evidence for the existence of the lower Josephson plasmon mode in underdoped YBCO up to the pseudogap temperature scale when the sample is subject to intense terahertz pulses. Evidences include the obs…
View article: Axillo-caval extra-anatomic venous bypass creation via direct percutaneous puncture of the superior vena cava
Axillo-caval extra-anatomic venous bypass creation via direct percutaneous puncture of the superior vena cava Open
View article: Ultraviolet-laser-induced graphene with heterogeneous CuO, Fe3O4, TiO2 ternary metal oxide nanoparticles for enhanced environmental applications
Ultraviolet-laser-induced graphene with heterogeneous CuO, Fe3O4, TiO2 ternary metal oxide nanoparticles for enhanced environmental applications Open
View article: Leveraging self-passivation of quantum dots <i>via</i> nitrogen-doping for multifunctional biopolymer nanocomposites
Leveraging self-passivation of quantum dots <i>via</i> nitrogen-doping for multifunctional biopolymer nanocomposites Open
N-doped QDs offer unique blue-light/UV-blocking, crystal nucleation, lubricating and toughening effects.
View article: Development of a Multifunctional Extracorporeal Life Support (ECLS) System for Lung and Kidney Support: The Pneuma-K ECLS System
Development of a Multifunctional Extracorporeal Life Support (ECLS) System for Lung and Kidney Support: The Pneuma-K ECLS System Open
Multi-organ failure (MOF), particularly in the coexistence of acute kidney injury (AKI) and acute lung injury (ALI), presents a significant challenge in intensive care units (ICU) and is associated with exceedingly high mortality rates. Re…
View article: Tailoring Synergistic Multifunctionality in Lightweight Bio‐Inspired Cylindrical Core‐Shell Hybrid Composites
Tailoring Synergistic Multifunctionality in Lightweight Bio‐Inspired Cylindrical Core‐Shell Hybrid Composites Open
Biological structures achieve remarkable material performance owing to naturally assembled structures that extend from the molecular to macro‐scale. Synergy among constituents of various length scales yields lightweight, hierarchically str…
View article: 3-Pentadecylphenol (PDP) as a Novel Compatibilizer for Simultaneous Toughened and Reinforced PA10,12 Composites
3-Pentadecylphenol (PDP) as a Novel Compatibilizer for Simultaneous Toughened and Reinforced PA10,12 Composites Open
The utilization of polyamide 10,12 (PA10,12) composites in various industries has been limited constrained by their inherent low toughness, making it a challenge to achieve a balance between toughness and structural integrity through conve…
View article: Micro-layered film and foam alternating structures: A novel passive daytime radiative cooling material
Micro-layered film and foam alternating structures: A novel passive daytime radiative cooling material Open
This study investigates the confined foaming mechanisms and passive cooling performance of Micro-/Nano-Layered (MNL) film/foam alternating structures. These structures consist of solid poly(carbonate) (PC) film layers and foamed poly(methy…
View article: 128 Resident training in research fundamentals using an online, asynchronous course
128 Resident training in research fundamentals using an online, asynchronous course Open
OBJECTIVES/GOALS: Scholarly activity is a key component of most residency programs. To establish fundamental research skills and fill gaps within training curricula, we developed an online, asynchronous set of modules to introduce trainees…
View article: Synergy in bio-inspired hybrid composites with hierarchically structured fibrous reinforcements
Synergy in bio-inspired hybrid composites with hierarchically structured fibrous reinforcements Open
In response to the global energy crisis, high-performance transportation sectors are rapidly embracing lightweight materials to enhance energy efficiency and sustainability, while grappling with the persistent challenges of developing stru…
View article: The Effect of Coupling Agents and Graphene on the Mechanical Properties of Film-Based Post-Consumer Recycled Plastic
The Effect of Coupling Agents and Graphene on the Mechanical Properties of Film-Based Post-Consumer Recycled Plastic Open
This study aims to improve the mechanical properties of post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic composed primarily of polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE), which generally exhibit poor miscibility, by applying coupling agents and graphene…
View article: Online, asynchronous training in research for residents
Online, asynchronous training in research for residents Open
Scholarly activity is a key component of most residency programmes. To establish fundamental research skills and fill gaps within training curricula, we developed an online, asynchronous set of modules called Research 101 to introduce trai…
View article: Recyclability of Post-Consumer Polystyrene at Pilot Scale: Comparison of Mechanical and Solvent-Based Recycling Approaches
Recyclability of Post-Consumer Polystyrene at Pilot Scale: Comparison of Mechanical and Solvent-Based Recycling Approaches Open
Solvent-based and mechanical recycling technology approaches were compared with respect to each process’s decontamination efficiency. Herein, post-consumer polystyrene (PS) feedstock was recycled by both technologies, yielding recycled PS …
View article: PURL: Safe and Effective Sanitization of Link Decoration
PURL: Safe and Effective Sanitization of Link Decoration Open
While privacy-focused browsers have taken steps to block third-party cookies and mitigate browser fingerprinting, novel tracking techniques that can bypass existing countermeasures continue to emerge. Since trackers need to share informati…
View article: A Glucocorticoid-Sensitive Hippocampal Gene Network Moderates the Impact of Early-Life Adversity on Mental Health Outcomes
A Glucocorticoid-Sensitive Hippocampal Gene Network Moderates the Impact of Early-Life Adversity on Mental Health Outcomes Open
We provide an approach for the use of transcriptomic data from animal models together with human data to study the impact of environmental influences on mental health. The results are consistent with the hypothesis that hippocampal glucoco…
View article: Fabrication of Strong Self-Reinforced Polyethylene Terephthalate Composites through the In Situ Nanofibrillation Technology
Fabrication of Strong Self-Reinforced Polyethylene Terephthalate Composites through the In Situ Nanofibrillation Technology Open
Fabrication of self-reinforced polyethylene terephthalate (PET) has been achieved through the in situ generation of PET fibrils via a spun bond process. The reinforcement fibrils created from the PET with higher Tm are made from a unique i…
View article: Un-quantized Vortices Observed
Un-quantized Vortices Observed Open
View article: Total organic carbon measurements reveal large discrepancies in reported petrochemical emissions
Total organic carbon measurements reveal large discrepancies in reported petrochemical emissions Open
Oil sands are a prominent unconventional source of petroleum. Total organic carbon measurements via an aircraft campaign (Spring-Summer 2018) revealed emissions above Canadian oil sands exceeding reported values by 1900-6300%. The “m…
View article: The effect of processing conditions on the adhesion mechanism ofEVOH/PE-g-MA films obtained by co-extrusion process
The effect of processing conditions on the adhesion mechanism ofEVOH/PE-g-MA films obtained by co-extrusion process Open
Co-extruded multilayer films have been extensively investigated due to their broad range of applications in various industries, such as pipe and packaging. Ethylene vinyl alcohol (EVOH) is considered barrier polymer that is frequently co-e…
View article: Secondary organic aerosols from OH oxidation of cyclic volatile methyl siloxanes as an important Si source in the atmosphere
Secondary organic aerosols from OH oxidation of cyclic volatile methyl siloxanes as an important Si source in the atmosphere Open
Cyclic volatile methyl siloxanes (cVMSs), which can volatilize into the atmosphere, are active ingredients in widely used consumer products, thus attracting much attention due to their potential environmental risks. While in the atmosphere…
View article: Machine Learning Based Prediction of Emergency Neurosurgery within 24 hours after Moderate to Severe Traumatic Brain Injury
Machine Learning Based Prediction of Emergency Neurosurgery within 24 hours after Moderate to Severe Traumatic Brain Injury Open
Background : Rapid referral of traumatic brain injury (TBI) patients requiring emergency neurosurgery to a specialized trauma center can significantly reduce morbidity and mortality. Currently, no model has been reported to predict the nee…
View article: Survival Benefit of Pembrolizumab for Patients With Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma: A Case Series
Survival Benefit of Pembrolizumab for Patients With Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma: A Case Series Open
Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) is an aggressive malignancy with 5-year survival rate of 10%. Evidence about pembrolizumab usage for PDAC is limited even though it is Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved for treatment of adv…
View article: &#8220;climatearchive.org&#8221;: 540 million years of climate data at your fingertips
“climatearchive.org”: 540 million years of climate data at your fingertips Open
<p>We can only fully understand the past, present and future climate changes by bringing together data and process understanding from a broad range of environmental sciences. In theory, climate modelling provides a wealth of data of …