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View article: Sustainable biopolymer design: extraction of chitin and chitosan using natural deep eutectic solvents with improved antibacterial features
Sustainable biopolymer design: extraction of chitin and chitosan using natural deep eutectic solvents with improved antibacterial features Open
View article: Development of smart food packaging from bread waste-derived starch and carbon quantum dots
Development of smart food packaging from bread waste-derived starch and carbon quantum dots Open
View article: An Enhanced Optical Response and Interfacial Charge Separation of rGO Supported Cu <sup>2+</sup> Doped Co <sub>3</sub> O <sub>4</sub> Heterojunction for Photo‐Fenton‐Like Activity
An Enhanced Optical Response and Interfacial Charge Separation of rGO Supported Cu <sup>2+</sup> Doped Co <sub>3</sub> O <sub>4</sub> Heterojunction for Photo‐Fenton‐Like Activity Open
View article: Solidification characteristics of biomass-activated aloe vera PCM in a spherical enclosure for efficient cool thermal energy storage
Solidification characteristics of biomass-activated aloe vera PCM in a spherical enclosure for efficient cool thermal energy storage Open
The present work aims to examine the potential of aloe vera liquid (AVL) and activated carbon (AC) as a phase-change material (PCM) for energy efficient cool thermal energy storage (CTES) applications. The low-viscosity and supercooling be…
View article: Innovative and sustainable approaches to NIR-active coatings for next-generation medical devices
Innovative and sustainable approaches to NIR-active coatings for next-generation medical devices Open
This work emphasizes the potential of multifunctional NIR-active coatings for medical devices to enhance diagnostic accuracy and therapeutic effectiveness and reduce infection rates.
View article: Injectable Liposome‐Loaded Hydrogel Formulations with Controlled Release of Curcumin and <i>α</i>‐Tocopherol for Dental Tissue Engineering
Injectable Liposome‐Loaded Hydrogel Formulations with Controlled Release of Curcumin and <i>α</i>‐Tocopherol for Dental Tissue Engineering Open
An injectable hydrogel formulation is developed utilizing low‐ and high‐molecular‐weight chitosan (LCH and HCH) incorporated with curcumin and α ‐tocopherol‐loaded liposomes (Lip/Cur+Toc). Cur and Toc releases are delayed within the hydrog…
View article: Cyanophycin modifications for applications in tissue scaffolding
Cyanophycin modifications for applications in tissue scaffolding Open
View article: Sustainable Extraction of Chitin and Chitosan from Organic Mushrooms Using Green Solvents for Biomedical Applications
Sustainable Extraction of Chitin and Chitosan from Organic Mushrooms Using Green Solvents for Biomedical Applications Open
View article: Engineering of Brewery Waste-Derived Graphene Quantum Dots with Zno Nanoparticles for Treating Multi-Drug Resistant Bacterial Infections
Engineering of Brewery Waste-Derived Graphene Quantum Dots with Zno Nanoparticles for Treating Multi-Drug Resistant Bacterial Infections Open
View article: Pitolisant nanofibers: A promising frontier in drug delivery for narcolepsy - Formulation, optimisation, and characterization insights
Pitolisant nanofibers: A promising frontier in drug delivery for narcolepsy - Formulation, optimisation, and characterization insights Open
The study focuses on developing a new way to deliver the narcolepsy medication pitolisant. Electrospinning was used to make polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) and hyperbranched polyglycerol (HPG) polymers into pitolisant nanofibers (PT-NF). A design …
View article: Antimicrobial Activities of Polyethylene Terephthalate-Waste-Derived Nanofibrous Membranes Decorated with Green Synthesized Ag Nanoparticles
Antimicrobial Activities of Polyethylene Terephthalate-Waste-Derived Nanofibrous Membranes Decorated with Green Synthesized Ag Nanoparticles Open
Thermoplastic polymers are one of the synthetic materials produced with high tonnage in the world and are so omnipresent in industries and everyday life. One of the most important polymeric wastes is polyethylene terephthalate (PET), and t…
View article: Waste Biomass Originated Biocompatible Fluorescent Graphene Nano-Sheets for Latent Fingerprints Detection in Versatile Surfaces
Waste Biomass Originated Biocompatible Fluorescent Graphene Nano-Sheets for Latent Fingerprints Detection in Versatile Surfaces Open
In recent years, the application of biocompatible and non-toxic nanomaterials for the detection of fingerprints has become the major interest in the forensic sector and crime investigation. In this study, waste chickpea seeds, as a natural…
View article: Antimicrobial and Biodegradable 3D Printed Scaffolds for Orthopedic Infections
Antimicrobial and Biodegradable 3D Printed Scaffolds for Orthopedic Infections Open
In bone tissue engineering, the performance of scaffolds underpins the success of the healing of bone. Microbial infection is the most challenging issue for orthopedists. The application of scaffolds for healing bone defects is prone to mi…
View article: Hydrophobisation approaches of protein-based bioplastics
Hydrophobisation approaches of protein-based bioplastics Open
The problems arising from the accumulation of plastic have led to comprehensive research for bio-based packaging materials. Proteins are a promising alternative to traditional plastic because of their great barrier properties and multifunc…
View article: Sensitive Fingerprint Detection Using Biocompatible Mesoporous Silica Nanoparticle Coating on Non-Porous Surfaces
Sensitive Fingerprint Detection Using Biocompatible Mesoporous Silica Nanoparticle Coating on Non-Porous Surfaces Open
In recent years, the development and application of biocompatible nanomaterials in the detection of fingerprints have become a major focus for the forensic sector and crime investigators. This study aims to synthesize biocompatible silica …
View article: Advances in antimicrobial hydrogels for dental tissue engineering: regenerative strategies for endodontics and periodontics
Advances in antimicrobial hydrogels for dental tissue engineering: regenerative strategies for endodontics and periodontics Open
Multifunctional hydrogels play a pivotal role against infections, inflammation, and oxidative stress, especially for endodontics and periodontics treatment.
View article: Microbial electrosynthesis: carbonaceous electrode materials for CO<sub>2</sub> conversion
Microbial electrosynthesis: carbonaceous electrode materials for CO<sub>2</sub> conversion Open
Microbial electrosynthesis (MES) is a sustainable approach to producing fuels and value-added chemicals from anthropogenic carbon dioxide (CO 2 ).
View article: Study on Biomass and Carbohydrate Productivity in Euglena Gracilis: A Scalable Approach Using Cost Effective Media
Study on Biomass and Carbohydrate Productivity in Euglena Gracilis: A Scalable Approach Using Cost Effective Media Open
View article: Unravelling the impact of Ta doping on the electronic and structural properties of titania: A combined theoretical and experimental approach
Unravelling the impact of Ta doping on the electronic and structural properties of titania: A combined theoretical and experimental approach Open
The introduction of new energy levels in the forbidden band through the doping of metal ions is an effective strategy to improve the thermal stability of TiO2. In the present study, the impact of Ta doping on the anatase to rutile transiti…
View article: Unravelling the impact of Ta doping on the electronic and structural properties of titania: A combined theoretical and experimental approach
Unravelling the impact of Ta doping on the electronic and structural properties of titania: A combined theoretical and experimental approach Open
The introduction of new energy levels in the forbidden band through the doping of metal ions is an effective strategy to improve the thermal stability of TiO2. In the present study, the impact of Ta doping on the anatase to rutile transiti…
View article: Pyrolysis Kinetic Modeling of a Poly(ethylene-co-vinyl acetate) Encapsulant Found in Waste Photovoltaic Modules
Pyrolysis Kinetic Modeling of a Poly(ethylene-co-vinyl acetate) Encapsulant Found in Waste Photovoltaic Modules Open
As the global cumulative installation of solar photovoltaic (PV) devices grows every year, a proportionate number of waste PV modules arises because of their limited lifespan. It is estimated that by 2050, there will be approximately 60–78…
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View article: Antimicrobial TiO2 nanocomposite coatings for surfaces, dental and orthopaedic implants
Antimicrobial TiO2 nanocomposite coatings for surfaces, dental and orthopaedic implants Open
Engineering of self-disinfecting surfaces to constrain the spread of SARS-CoV-2 is a challenging task for the scientific community because the human coronavirus spreads through respiratory droplets. Titania (TiO2) nanocomposite …
View article: Impact of structure, doping and defect-engineering in 2D materials on CO<sub>2</sub> capture and conversion
Impact of structure, doping and defect-engineering in 2D materials on CO<sub>2</sub> capture and conversion Open
2D material based strategies for adsorption and conversion of CO 2 to value-added products.
View article: Carbonaceous cathode materials for electro-Fenton technology: Mechanism, kinetics, recent advances, opportunities and challenges
Carbonaceous cathode materials for electro-Fenton technology: Mechanism, kinetics, recent advances, opportunities and challenges Open
Electro-Fenton (EF) technique has gained significant attention in recent years owing to its high efficiency and environmental compatibility for the degradation of organic pollutants and contaminants of emerging concern (CECs). The efficien…
View article: Solid Electrolytes for High‐Temperature Stable Batteries and Supercapacitors
Solid Electrolytes for High‐Temperature Stable Batteries and Supercapacitors Open
Reports of recent fire accidents in the electronics and electric vehicles (EVs) industries show that thermal runaway (TR) reactions are a key consideration for the industry. Utilization of solid electrolytes (SEs) could be an important sol…
View article: Electrode Materials for Supercapacitors: A Review of Recent Advances
Electrode Materials for Supercapacitors: A Review of Recent Advances Open
The advanced electrochemical properties, such as high energy density, fast charge–discharge rates, excellent cyclic stability, and specific capacitance, make supercapacitor a fascinating electronic device. During recent decades, a signific…
View article: Technical challenges and opportunities in realising a circular economy for waste photovoltaic modules
Technical challenges and opportunities in realising a circular economy for waste photovoltaic modules Open
The global exponential increase in annual photovoltaic (PV) installations and the resultant levels of PV waste is an increasing concern. It is estimated by 2050 there will be between 60 and 78 million tonnes of PV waste in circulation. Thi…
View article: Photocatalytic Hydrogen Evolution
Photocatalytic Hydrogen Evolution Open
Solar energy conversion is one of the sustainable technologies that tackles the global warming and energy crisis [...]
View article: Mo doped TiO <sub>2</sub> : impact on oxygen vacancies, anatase phase stability and photocatalytic activity
Mo doped TiO <sub>2</sub> : impact on oxygen vacancies, anatase phase stability and photocatalytic activity Open
This work outlines an experimental and theoretical investigation of the effect of molybdenum (Mo) doping on the oxygen vacancy formation and photocatalytic activity of TiO 2 . Analytical techniques such as x-ray diffraction (XRD), Raman, x…