Efficient and Homogenous Precipitation of Sulfur Within a 3D Electrospun Heterocatalytic Rutile/Anatase TiO2-x Framework in Lithium–Sulfur Batteries by Feng, Ping, Dong, Kang, Xu, Yaolin, Zhang, Xia, Jia, Haojun, Prell, Henrik, Tovar, Michael, Manke, Ingo, Liu, Fuyao, Xiang, Hengxue, Zhu, Meifang, Lu, Yan

“…Lithium–sulfur (Li–S) batteries can potentially outperform state-of-the-art lithium-ion batteries, but their further development is hindered by challenges, such as poor electrical conductivity of sulfur and lithium sulfide, shuttle phenomena of lithium polysulfides, and uneven distribution of solid reaction products. …”
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High sensitivity transparent glass ceramic systems development based on MgSO4:Dy2O3–B2O3 and MgSO4:Dy2O3–B2O3:ZnO:An investigation of FT-IR and thermal properties for thermolumines... by Naeem, Hayder Salah, Iskandar Shahrim, Mustafa, N. N., Yusof, Thabit, Hammam Abdurabu, Mhareb, M. H. A., Alajerami, Y. S. M., Raypah, Muna E., Mohd Noor, ., Shareef, Ammar Nadal, Khazaalah, Thair Hussein, Ezra, Nabasu Seth, Munirah, Jamil, Efenji, G. I., Muhammad Fadhirul Izwan, Abdul Malik

“…The synthesized samples were characterized using X-ray diffraction (XRD), Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), field emission scanning electron microscopy (FE-SEM), and differential thermal analysis (DTA). …”
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Strength and stiffness performance of geopolymer stabilized washed recycled sands derived from demolition wastes in pavement subgrades by Xue, Yunxin, Arulrajah, Arul, Horpibulsuk, Suksun, Chu, Jian

“…The strength performance of geopolymers stabilized RS for each precursor was investigated through the unconfined compressive strength (UCS) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) tests. Geopolymer stabilized samples with S were found to exhibit a generally higher UCS strength than FA-based samples. …”
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Mechanical properties of additively manufactured kraft paper lattices and paper-epoxy interpenetrating phase composites for polymer foam replacement by Lim, Guo Yao, Kuek, Ryan Jian Xing, Teo, Javen, Seetoh, Ian Peiyuan, Lai, Chang Quan

“…The microstructures of both paper and IPC samples were examined using scanning electron microscopy and gas pycnometry. Modulus, strength and energy absorption of the structures were characterized with quasistatic compression test (strain rate = 0.2/s). …”
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Cognitive Effects of Simulated Galactic Cosmic Radiation Are Mediated by ApoE Status, Sex, and Environment in APP Knock-In Mice by Wieg, Laura, Ciola, Jason C., Wasén, Caroline C., Gaba, Fidelia, Colletti, Brianna R., Schroeder, Maren K., Hinshaw, Robert G., Ekwudo, Millicent N., Holtzman, David M., Saito, Takashi, Sasaguri, Hiroki, Saido, Takaomi C., Cox, Laura M., Lemere, Cynthia A.

“…Here, we investigated the central nervous system (CNS) effects of 0 Gy (sham) or 0.75 Gy five-ion GCRsim or 2 Gy gamma radiation (IRR) in 14-month-old female and male APP^NL-F/NL-F knock-in (KI) mice bearing humanized ApoE3 or ApoE4 (APP;E3F and APP;E4F). …”
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Chemical composition and dynamics of biofilm matrix in hydrated, live Shewanella oneidensis biofilms by Ding, Yuanzhao

“…Specifically, Shewanella oneidensis was used as a model organism and a novel technique combining System for Analysis at the Liquid Vacuum Interface (SALVI) with Time-of-Flight Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry (TOF-SIMS) was applied to elucidate chemical composition and dynamics of S. oneidensis biofilm matrix. …”
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Modeling, optimization and thermal characterization of micropillar evaporator based high performance silicon vapor chamber by Wei, Mengyao

“…We defined the micropillar patterns with deep-reactive-ion-etching (DRIE) and measured the temperature with embedded resistance-temperature-detectors (RTDs). …”
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Monocyte-derived extracellular vesicles, stimulated by Trypanosoma cruzi, enhance cellular invasion in vitro via activated TGF‐β1 by Ansa-Addo, Ephraim A., Pathak, Paras, McCrossan, Maria V., Volpato Rossi, Izadora, Abdullahi, Mahamed, Stratton, Dan, Lange, Sigrun, Ramirez, Marcel I., Inal, Jameel

“…Host cell lEVs were released through Mtr interaction with host cell lipid raft domains, integrins, and mechanosensitive ion channels, whereupon [Ca2+]cyt increased (50 to 750 nM) within 15 s. lEV release and cell entry of T. cruzi, which increased up to 30 and 60 mpi, respectively, as well as raised actin depolymerization at 60 mpi, were all reduced by TRPC inhibitor, GsMTx‐4. …”
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Synthesis of polymeric materials derived from abundant natural feedstocks using non-toxic heavy metals by Navickaite, G

“…The conformational flexibility of the ligand was discussed in relation with varying steric demands, and the bonding environment was contrasted with related bismuth structures, which contain a +3 metal ion with a considerable size difference (<em>r</em>_Sc3+ = 0.745, <em>r</em>_Bi3+ = 1.03 Å).…”

Properties study of B20 palm-methyl ester biodiesel added with oxide nanoparticle towards green marine fuels by Che Wan, Mohd Noor, Amirah Nur, Fhatihah, Rizalman, Mamat, Wan Mohd, Norsani, Wan Nurdiyana, Wan Mansor, Mohammad Nor, Khasbi

“…Several series of fuel property tests were performed on the samples including density, viscosity, calorific value, scanning electron microscope (SEM) and X-ray diffraction (XRD). …”
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Towards depth-resolved multi-cubic-centimeter field of view endoscopic camera for intraoperative nerve identification. by Yoon, Yong-Chul

“…Importantly, the CL-OCT platform is compatible with a camera-based (i.e., scan-free) deployment that is advantageous for endoscopic deployments. …”
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Synthesis of noble metal-based nanocomposites for enhanced catalytic performance by Liu, Ye

“…The as-synthesized materials were characterized by scanning electron microscope (SEM), transmission electron microscope (TEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD) and many other techniques. …”
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Bio-modification of sand for cement grouting by Ng, Samuel Joel Rui Ming

“…The first objective was investigated by comparing the compressive strength of 5 batches of lean concrete cubes made with MICP treated river sand, each batch being treated 1 to 5 times respectively, with a control sample of untreated cubes. Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) analysis of the 5 batches was also done to examine the amount of calcium carbonate precipitated on the river sand. …”
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Geotechnical and micro-structural behaviour of chemically stabilized tropical residual soil by Latifi, Nima

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Physico-chemical and microstructure of artificial soils stabilised with lime-zeolite by Felix Ling, Ngee Leh

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Exploring enhanced syngas production via the catalytic performance of metal-doped X-Ni/CeO2 (X = Zr, La, Sr) in the dry reforming of methane by Manan, Wan Nabilah, Wan Isahak, Wan Nor Roslam, Yaakob, Zahira, Samidin, Salma, Ahmad, Khairul Naim, Latif, Mohd Nor, Aldoghachi, Ali Faris, Taufiq-Yap, Yun Hin

“…A range of analyses, including X-ray diffraction (XRD), N2 physisorption, H2 temperature-programmed reduction, CO2 temperature-programmed desorption, field emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM), transmission electron microscopy and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, were employed to characterize the physicochemical properties of the catalysts. …”

Topochemical cation exchange reactions of Ruddlesden-Popper oxides by Conway, R

“…It was found that modulation of the Mn-site occupancy corresponds to a chequerboard ordering arrangement, which is coupled to the modulation of the equatorial oxygen ion site. MnSrNb2O7 undergoes a transition to an antiferromagnetically ordered state below TN = 39 K, in which the Mn2+ magnetic moments are orientated parallel to the z-axis in a G-type arrangement. …”

Sensorimotor control of Drosophila copulation by Herbert, MR

“…By identifying those lines labelling our cells of interest, not only can we develop a genetic toolkit for manipulating their function, but we can also gain insights into their properties by identifying, for example, the expression of mechanosensitive ion channels such as nompC or the excitatory neurotransmitter ChAT. …”

Nanoscale Origins of Thermal Transport Phenomena for Hybrid Layered Perovskites by Dahod, Nabeel S.

“…I first present an experimental investigation into the thermal and structural stability of these 2D LHPs near room temperature using differential scanning calorimetry and x-ray diffraction. This analysis reveals near-room temperature melting transitions isolated to the organic component of the nanomaterials. …”
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Charge storage and transport mechanisms in printable supercapacitors by Wee, Grace Tsyh Ying

“…The role of these nanomaterials in charge transport, electrical double layer formation, pseudocapacitive properties, charge retention, and rapid charging and discharging has been investigated through various materials and electrochemical characterization techniques such as field-emission scanning electron microscopy, X-ray diffraction, cyclic voltammetry, galvanostatic charge-discharge, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy. …”
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