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Multilayer-MCTDH approach to the energy transfer dynamics in the LH2 antenna complex
( Institute of Physics Publishing , 2017 , Article)The multilayer multiconfiguration time-dependent Hartree method is used to study the coupled exciton–vibrational dynamics in a high-dimensional nonameric model of the LH2 antenna complex of purple bacteria. The exciton–vibrational ... -
Na2FeP2O7 as a Promising Iron-Based Pyrophosphate Cathode for Sodium Rechargeable Batteries: A Combined Experimental and Theoretical Study
( WILEY-VCH Verlag GmbH & Co. , 2013 , Article)Considering the promising electrochemical performance of the recently reported pyrophosphate family in lithium ion batteries as well as the increasing importance of sodium ion batteries (SIBs) for emerging large-scale ... -
Nano-gate opening pressures for the adsorption of isobutane, n-butane, propane, and propylene gases on bimetallic Co-Zn based zeolitic imidazolate frameworks
( Royal Society of Chemistry , 2019 , Article)In this article, zeolitic-imidazolate framework-8 (ZIF-8) and its mixed metal CoZn-ZIF-8 were synthesized via a rapid microwave method. The products were characterized by Raman spectroscopy, XPS, XRD, EDX, TEM, NanoSEM, ... -
Nanocomposite Membranes of Silica and Polysulfone for Improved Gas Permeation
( Elsevier, Ltd , 2012 , Conference Paper)Polysulfone-Silica mixed matrix hybrid membranes have been prepared by incorporating silicon dioxide nanoparticles with average particle size of 136 nm. Two types of polysulfone-silica nanocomposite membranes were prepared ... -
Nanocomposite Ni-TiO2 coatings produced by pulsed electroplating
( Maney Publishing , 2014 , Conference Paper)Nanocomposite Ni-TiO2 coatings were prepared on mild steel substrate by pulse electroplating with controlled duty cycle and frequency. A systematic study of Ni-xTiO2 coatings with different TiO2 concentrations (x50-20 g ... -
Nanocomposite photoactuators based on an ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer filled with carbon nanotubes
(2013 , Article)This paper reports strong, reversible actuation of nanocomposites on the base of ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) filled with multiwalled (MWCNTs) and singlewalled carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs). The carbon nanotubes (CNTs) dispersion ... -
Nanofeatures of resorcinol-formaldehyde carbon microspheres
( Elsevier , 2012 , Article)Resorcinol-formaldehyde activated carbon xerogels were synthesized at certain conditions, and their morphology was studied experimentally to examine their detailed nature on the nanoscale level, which has not been reported ... -
Nanofibers of resorcinol–formaldehyde for effective adsorption of As (III) ions from mimicked effluents
( Springer Verlag , 2018 , Article)In the present study, the core–shell structured RF/PVA nanofibers have been developed and used for the adsorption of As3+ ions from the mimicked liquid effluents. Efficient-facile fabrication of the structured nanofibers ... -
Nanomaterials for biofuels production towards a sustainable environment
( Elsevier , 2023 , Other)Nanomaterials have proven to be an ideal candidate for increasing the production efficiency of biofuels. The high surface area and unique active sites on the surface of nanomaterials facilitate various reactions and processes ... -
Nanomechanical properties of plasma treated polylactic acid
( Maney Publishing , 2015 , Article)In this work, a radio frequency discharged plasma generated in air atmosphere by pressure has been used to modify polylactic acid (PLA) surface. The results were evaluated through nanoindentation testing. Contact angle ... -
Nanoparticle-based materials in anticancer drug delivery: Current and future prospects
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article Review)The past decade has witnessed a breakthrough in novel strategies to treat cancer. One of the most common cancer treatment modalities is chemotherapy which involves administering anti-cancer drugs to the body. However, these ... -
Nanoporous Polymeric Materials For Co2 Capture And Separation
( Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) , 2014 , Conference Paper)Control of carbon dioxide emissions without significant penalties requires effective CO2 scrubbing from point sources, such as fossil fuel burning power plants, cement factories and steel making. Capturing process is the ... -
Nanosheet synthesis of mixed Co3O4/CuO via combustion method for methanol oxidation and carbon dioxide reduction
( American Chemical Society , 2020 , Article)This paper represents a study of mixed Co3O4/CuO nanosheet (NS) synthesis via solution combustion synthesis for oxidation of methanol and carbon dioxide (CO2) conversion. The mixed oxide NS of Co3O4/CuO is a hybrid structure ... -
Nanostructure ZnFe2O4 with Bacillus subtilis for Detection of LPG at Low Temperature
( Springer New York LLC , 2017 , Article)The present study deals with the development of a chemical sensor for the detection of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) at a low operating temperature using Zinc ferrite (ZnFe2O4)/Bacillus subtilis (B. subtilis) hybrid ... -
Nanostructured co-precipitated Ce0.9Ln0.1O2 (Ln = La, Pr, Sm, Nd, Gd, Tb, Dy, or Er) for thermochemical conversion of CO2
( Elsevier Ltd , 2018 , Article)The influence of lanthanide metal cations doped into the CeO2 crystal structure (to form Ce0.9Ln0.1O2; Ln = La, Pr, Nd, Sm, Gd, Tb, Dy, or Er) on thermochemical reduction and the CO2 splitting ability of Ce0.9Ln0.1O2 is ... -
Nanotechnology for Defence Applications
( Springer Nature , 2022 , Book chapter)Currently, most militaries of the advanced countries are utilizing nanotechnology in researches, projects, and applications. Nanotechnology can provide the army with stronger and lighter ware, supports nanomedicines and ... -
Nanowetting of Graphene by Ionic Liquid Droplets
( American Chemical Society , 2015 , Article)The behavior of nanodroplets formed by amino acid based 1-ethyl-3-methylimidazolium glycine ionic liquid on graphene sheets was studied using classic molecular dynamics. Nanodroplets of different sizes were analyzed, and ... -
Natural and Low-Cost P. turgidum for Efficient Adsorption of Hg(II) Ions from Contaminated Solution: Isotherms and Kinetics Studies
( Springer , 2021 , Article)Mercury (II) ions (Hg(II)), a potent heavy metal water pollutant, was efficiently removed using a novel adsorbent prepared from Panicum turgidum roots by facile drying. The experimental conditions such as the solution pH, ... -
Natural Gas Sweetening Using an Energy-Efficient, State-of-the-Art, Solid-Vapor Separation Process
( MDPI , 2022 , Article)With the anticipated rise in global demand for natural gas (NG) and liquefied natural gas (LNG), sour gas reserves are attracting the attention of the gas industry as a potential resource. However, to monetize these reserves, ... -
Nematic opto-mechanical actuators for the fabrication of refreshable tactile systems
(2013 , Conference Paper)Nematic elastomers are promising materials for the fabrication of actuators due to their ability to reversibly contract and expand during phase transitions triggered by external stimuli. We present a refreshable tactile ...