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View article: Benzimidazole Derivatives: A Review of Advances in Synthesis, Biological Potential, Computational Modelling, and Specialized Material Functions
Benzimidazole Derivatives: A Review of Advances in Synthesis, Biological Potential, Computational Modelling, and Specialized Material Functions Open
Benzimidazole derivatives are a privileged family of heterocyclic compounds that have remarkable structural diversity and find various pharmacological and industrial applications. In this article, we report on their synthetic procedures, r…
View article: Dual Inhibitory Potential of Conessine Against HIV and SARS-CoV-2: Structure-Guided Molecular Docking Analysis of Critical Viral Targets
Dual Inhibitory Potential of Conessine Against HIV and SARS-CoV-2: Structure-Guided Molecular Docking Analysis of Critical Viral Targets Open
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV-1) and SARS-CoV-2 continue to co-burden global health, motivating discovery of broad-spectrum small molecules. Conessine, a steroidal alkaloid, has reported membrane-active and antimicrobial properties but…
View article: Assessment of Serum Ferritin Levels and Periodontal Indices in Patients with Chronic Periodontitis Post/Pre Radiation Treatment of Head and Neck Cancer
Assessment of Serum Ferritin Levels and Periodontal Indices in Patients with Chronic Periodontitis Post/Pre Radiation Treatment of Head and Neck Cancer Open
Acute phase protein (APP) positivity is exhibited by ferritin in the presence of inflammation and chronic infections, such as periodontal disease. This study aims to investigate serum ferritin levels compared between post- and pre-radiatio…
View article: TiO₂ nanocatalyzed synthesis of dihydropyrido[2,3-d]pyrimidine derivatives: A theoretical insight into their antidepressant potential
TiO₂ nanocatalyzed synthesis of dihydropyrido[2,3-d]pyrimidine derivatives: A theoretical insight into their antidepressant potential Open
Depression is a common and debilitating neuropsychiatric disorder that necessitates the exploration of novel and effective therapeutic strategies. In this study, a green and efficient synthetic method was developed for the preparation of d…
View article: Preparation and applications of nanoparticles from lignocellulosic biomass: A review
Preparation and applications of nanoparticles from lignocellulosic biomass: A review Open
The growing demand for nanomaterials has driven interest in sustainable alternatives such as Lignocellulosic biomass (LCB). As a renewable and ecofriendly resource, LCB offers great potential for producing nanomaterials through its nanostr…
View article: Synthesis and radiolabelled evaluation of novel pyrimidine derivatives as dual α-amylase inhibitors and GIT-targeted molecular imaging probe
Synthesis and radiolabelled evaluation of novel pyrimidine derivatives as dual α-amylase inhibitors and GIT-targeted molecular imaging probe Open
An 131 I-labeled α-amylase inhibitor shows exceptional stomach retention (59.6% ID per g) and sustained intestinal uptake, highlighting its promise as a GI-targeted antidiabetic agent and potential GI imaging probe.
View article: Thermo‐mechanical performance of oil palm/bamboo fiber reinforced bio epoxy hybrid composites
Thermo‐mechanical performance of oil palm/bamboo fiber reinforced bio epoxy hybrid composites Open
The aim of this work to fabricate bamboo (B)/oil palm (O) fibers based biocomposites to assess mechanical, thermal and morphological properties. Flexural strength and modulus of hybrid biocomposite (7B:3O) exhibited a higher value (71.18 M…
View article: Mechanical performance and dimensional stability of Washingtonia/Kenaf fibres-based epoxy hybrid composites
Mechanical performance and dimensional stability of Washingtonia/Kenaf fibres-based epoxy hybrid composites Open
In this study, Washingtonia fibres (AW) and Kenaf fibres (KF) were utilized as environmentally friendly fillers to improve the quality of the resin matrix. The mechanical, morphological, and physical properties of the WA/KF biocomposites w…
View article: Photocatalytic Activity of Metal- and Non-Metal-Anchored ZnO and TiO2 Nanocatalysts for Advanced Photocatalysis: Comparative Study
Photocatalytic Activity of Metal- and Non-Metal-Anchored ZnO and TiO2 Nanocatalysts for Advanced Photocatalysis: Comparative Study Open
This review article provides useful information on TiO2 and ZnO photocatalysts and their derivatives in removing organic contaminants such as dyes, hydrocarbons, pesticides, etc. Also, the reaction mechanisms of TiO2 and ZnO photocatalysts…
View article: Comparative study of photocatalytic activity of metals- and non-metals doped ZnO and TiO2 nanocatalysts for advanced photocatalysis
Comparative study of photocatalytic activity of metals- and non-metals doped ZnO and TiO2 nanocatalysts for advanced photocatalysis Open
This review article provides useful information on TiO2 and ZnO photocatalysts and their derivatives in removing organic contaminants such as different types of dyes, hydrocarbons, pesticides, etc. Also, the reaction mechanism of TiO2 and …
View article: Dimension stability, tensile and thermomechanical properties of bamboo/oil palm fibre reinforced bio-epoxy hybrid biocomposites
Dimension stability, tensile and thermomechanical properties of bamboo/oil palm fibre reinforced bio-epoxy hybrid biocomposites Open
The rising liability to suffer the environment eco-friendly covers the approach to the improvement of materials with bio-natural wastes. This research experimentally aims to study bamboo/oil palm reinforced bio-epoxy hybrid composite. Bamb…
View article: Synthesis of a novel nanomagnetic N<sub>4</sub> bis schiff base complex of copper(<scp>ii</scp>) as an efficient catalyst for click synthesis of tetrazoles
Synthesis of a novel nanomagnetic N<sub>4</sub> bis schiff base complex of copper(<span>ii</span>) as an efficient catalyst for click synthesis of tetrazoles Open
A novel nanomagnetic tetra-aza bis-Schiff base copper( ii ) complex, was synthesized and effectively employed as a catalyst for the green click synthesis of 5-substituted 1 H -tetrazoles.
View article: Thermal and dynamic performance of kenaf/washingtonia fibre-based hybrid composites
Thermal and dynamic performance of kenaf/washingtonia fibre-based hybrid composites Open
The application of hybrid natural fibres incorporated with bio phenolic composites is significant due to their sustainability and low-cost rates. In this paper, two natural fibres composites were prepared using a hand lay-up technique. The…
View article: An Environmental-friendly Procedure Based on Deep Eutectic Solvent for Extraction and Determination of Toxic Elements in Fish Species from Different Regions of Iraq
An Environmental-friendly Procedure Based on Deep Eutectic Solvent for Extraction and Determination of Toxic Elements in Fish Species from Different Regions of Iraq Open
In this study, an eco-friendly procedure was established by vortex-assisted liquid-phase microextraction based on deep eutectic solvent (VA-LPME-DES) combined with graphite furnace atomic absorption spectroscopy (GFAAS). The performance of…
View article: Fabrication and characterization of polylactic acid/natural fiber extruded composites
Fabrication and characterization of polylactic acid/natural fiber extruded composites Open
In this work, the fabricated polylactic acid (PLA) and hybrid natural fiber (NF) biocomposites via a melt extrusion method were investigated. NFs from locally grown plants were utilized as fillers. Polyethene glycol (PEG) was used as the p…
View article: Olive Cellulosic Fibre Based Epoxy Composites: Thermal and Dynamic Mechanical Properties
Olive Cellulosic Fibre Based Epoxy Composites: Thermal and Dynamic Mechanical Properties Open
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View article: Swelling, Thermal and Mechanical Characterizations of High-Density Polyethylene/ Recycled Biochar Composites
Swelling, Thermal and Mechanical Characterizations of High-Density Polyethylene/ Recycled Biochar Composites Open
This article aims to study recycled biochar (R-BCH) improvements on the high-density polyethylene (HDPE) matrix properties. A series of composites was developed with a different loading varying from 0 to 10 wt.% of R-BCH, using a twin-scre…
View article: Investigation of Chemical Modification and Enzymatic Degradation of Poly(vinyl alcohol)/Hemoprotein Particle Composites
Investigation of Chemical Modification and Enzymatic Degradation of Poly(vinyl alcohol)/Hemoprotein Particle Composites Open
Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) composite films with different hemp protein particles (HPP) as additives were successfully synthesized by a solution casting method. The properties of HPP-based PVA composites films were investigated. The characteri…
View article: An investigation of the improvements of mechanical and thermal properties of high-density polyethene/nano clay composites
An investigation of the improvements of mechanical and thermal properties of high-density polyethene/nano clay composites Open
The incorporation of different loadings of nanoclay (NC) into high-density polyethylene (HDPE) was studied. A series of different ratios of NC (2, 4, and 8 wt %) in fixed particle size, 300μm was blended with HDPE matrix and prepared via m…
View article: Characterisation and Performance of Low-Density Poly Ethylene-Corn Flour Composites
Characterisation and Performance of Low-Density Poly Ethylene-Corn Flour Composites Open
This study aims to investigate the effects of corn flour fillers on the mechanical and thermal properties and surface morphology of low-density polyethylene composites. Low-density polyethylene (LDPE) and low density polyethylene/corn flou…
View article: Investigation of improvement of thermal and mechanical properties of polypropylene / nano clay composites
Investigation of improvement of thermal and mechanical properties of polypropylene / nano clay composites Open
This work aims to study the characterizations and modifications of systems based on polypropylene (PP) and nanoclay (NC). In this context, the effects of thermal and mechanical properties of the compsites of nanoclays with different loadin…
View article: MODIFIED PERFORMANCE OF MECHANICAL, THERMAL, AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF HIGH-DENSITY POLYETHYLENE – CORN FLOUR COMPOSITES
MODIFIED PERFORMANCE OF MECHANICAL, THERMAL, AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF HIGH-DENSITY POLYETHYLENE – CORN FLOUR COMPOSITES Open
A twin‐screw extruder synthesized thehigh-density polyethylene (HDPE)/corn flour (CF) composites. The propertiesof different contents of CF (10, 20, 25wt. %) has been evaluated and analyzedin detail, including the mechanical, thermal, and …
View article: Improvement, the Performance of Polyurethane (PUR), Y-290 Resin as Coating of Oil Pipeline by Using Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes (MWCNTs)
Improvement, the Performance of Polyurethane (PUR), Y-290 Resin as Coating of Oil Pipeline by Using Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes (MWCNTs) Open
In this study, polyurethane epoxy-Y290 (PUR-Y290) as a matrix material was reinforced by 1%MWCNTs. Polyurethane is a thermoset polymer and using for several applications particularly as coatings of gas and oil pipeline. Polyurethane uses a…
View article: Improvement of chemical, thermal, and mechanical properties of Polypropylene (PP) - Cellulose microcrystalline composites (CMC)
Improvement of chemical, thermal, and mechanical properties of Polypropylene (PP) - Cellulose microcrystalline composites (CMC) Open
A research paper focuses on investigations of the improvements on chemical and thermal, andmechanical properties of polypropylene (PP) by adding cellulose microcrystalline fillers (CMC).The CMC powder was used as reinforcement in pure PP w…