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Zebrafish (Danio rerio) as a Model for the Study of Developmental and Cardiovascular Toxicity of Electronic Cigarettes
( MDPI , 2023 , Article Review)The increasing popularity of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) as an alternative to conventional tobacco products has raised concerns regarding their potential adverse effects. The cardiovascular system undergoes intricate ... -
Zebrafish as a Model for Anticancer Nanomedicine Studies.
( MDPI , 2021 , Article Review)Nanomedicine is a new approach to fight against cancer by the development of anticancer nanoparticles (NPs) that are of high sensitivity, specificity, and targeting ability to detect cancer cells, such as the ability of ... -
Zebrafish larvae as a model to demonstrate secondary iron overload.
( Wiley , 2018 , Article)Thalassemia is the most common genetically inherited blood disorder arising from a defect in hemoglobin production, resulting in ineffective erythropoiesis and severe hemolytic anemia. While transfusion therapy corrects ... -
Zebrafish Model in Illuminating the Complexities of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders: A Unique Research Tool
( MDPI , 2024 , Article Review)Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a debilitating psychological condition that may develop in certain individuals following exposure to life-threatening or traumatic events. Distressing symptoms, including flashbacks, ... -
Zengi and the Muslim response to the crusades: The politics of Jihad
( Taylor and Francis Inc. , 2016 , Book)Zengi gained his legacy as the precursor to Saladin. While Zengi captured Edessa, Saladin would capture Jerusalem, and both leaders fought to establish their own realms. However, Zengi cannot be fully understood without ... -
Zeolitic imidazolate framework (ZIF-8) based polymer nanocomposite membranes for gas separation
( Royal Society of Chemistry , 2012 , Article)As synthesised ZIF-8 nanoparticles (size ∼ 60 nm and specific surface area ∼ 1300–1600 m2 g−1) were directly incorporated into a model polymer matrix (Matrimid® 5218) by solution mixing. This produces flexible transparent ... -
Zero Energy Building by Multicarrier Energy Systems including Hydro, Wind, Solar, and Hydrogen
( IEEE Computer Society , 2021 , Article)This article proposes a unified solution to address the energy issues in net-zero energy building (ZEB), as a new contribution to earlier studies. The multicarrier energy system, including hydro-wind-solar-hydrogen-methane-carbon ... -
Zero Touch Realization of Pervasive Artificial Intelligence as a Service in 6G Networks
( IEEE , 2023 , Article)The vision of the upcoming 6G technologies, characterized by ultra-dense networks, low latency, and fast data rate, is to support pervasive artificial intelligence (PAI) using zero touch solutions enabling self-X (e.g., ... -
Zero-/Low-Speed Operation of Multiphase Drive Systems With Modular Multilevel Converters
( Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc. , 2019 , Article)Modular multilevel converter (MMC)-based AC motor drives are emerging trend-research. They ease medium-/high-voltage handling in high-power applications with reduced footprint and life-cycle costs. A known challenge ... -
Zero-Chain: A Blockchain-Based Identity for Digital City Operating System
( Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc. , 2020 , Article)The challenges of population management as urban density increase globally have compelled researchers and developers to consider more efficient means of managing resources in cities. Consequently, the smart city concept ... -
Zero-shot transfer learning for structural health monitoring using generative adversarial networks and spectral mapping
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)Gathering properly labeled, adequately rich, and case-specific data for successfully training a purely data-driven or hybrid model for structural health monitoring (SHM) applications is a challenging task. We posit that a ... -
ZiF-8 induced carbon electrodes for selective lithium recovery from aqueous feed water by employing capacitive deionization system
( Elsevier , 2022 , Article)The demand for lithium (Li) will grow from about 500,000 metric tons of lithium carbonate equivalent in 2021 to 3–4 million metric tons in 2030. To meet the Li demand, the separation of Li-mixed monovalent and divalent ... -
Zika virus: Facts, prevention strategies, and an informed tourist perspective
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Zinc oxide loaded chitosan-elastin-sodium alginate nanocomposite gel using freeze gelation for enhanced adipose stem cell proliferation and antibacterial properties
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)Hydrogels have been the material of choice for regenerative medicine applications due to their biocompatibility that can facilitate cellular attachment and proliferation. The present study aimed at constructing a porous ... -
Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles and Their Biosynthesis: Overview
( MDPI , 2022 , Article Review)Zinc (Zn) is plant micronutrient, which is involved in many physiological functions, and an inadequate supply will reduce crop yields. Its deficiency is the widest spread micronutrient deficiency problem; almost all crops ... -
Ziziphus nummularia attenuates the malignant phenotype of human pancreatic cancer cells: Role of ros
( MDPI AG , 2021 , Article)Pancreatic cancer (PC) is the fourth leading cause of all cancer-related deaths. Despite major improvements in treating PC, low survival rate remains a major challenge, indicating the need for alternative approaches, ... -
Ziziphus nummularia Inhibits Inflammation-Induced Atherogenic Phenotype of Human Aortic Smooth Muscle Cells
( Hindawi Limited , 2017 , Article)Cardiovascular disease (CVD) continues to be the leading cause of death worldwide. Atherosclerosis is a CVD characterized by plaque formation resulting from inflammation-induced insults to endothelial cells, monocytes, and ... -
Zn-enriched PtZn nanoparticle electrocatalysts synthesized by solution combustion for ethanol oxidation reaction in an alkaline medium
( Cambridge University Press , 2018 , Article)This work focuses on the syntheses of Zn-enriched PtZn nanoparticle electrocatalysts by solution combustion for ethanol oxidation reaction (EOR). Analytical techniques of x-ray diffraction, transmission electron microscopy ... -
ZnO-Doped gC3N4 Nanocapsules for Enhancing the Performance of Electroless NiP Coating─Mechanical, Corrosion Protection, and Antibacterial Properties
( American Chemical Society , 2023 , Article)A carbon nitride (C3N4) nanomaterial has superior mechanical, thermal, and tribological properties, which make them attractive for various applications, including corrosion-resistant coatings. In this research, newly ... -
Zooming in on co-creation practices of international franchisors
( Elsevier , 2021 , Article)There is limited knowledge on value co-creation in international franchising despite the collaborative nature of this major foreign entry mode. This article zooms in on international franchisors' co-creation practices ...
