Center for Advanced Materials Research
Recent Submissions
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Numerical modeling with experimental verification investigating the effects of nonlinearities on the sideband peak count-index technique and topological acoustic sensing
( SPIE , 2024 , Conference)A newly developed nonlinear ultrasonic (NLU) technique called sideband peak count-index (or SPC-I) measures the degree of nonlinearity in materials by counting the sideband peaks above a moving threshold line - larger the ... -
Advances in functionalization and conjugation mechanisms of dendrimers with iron oxide magnetic nanoparticles
( Royal Society of Chemistry , 2024 , Article Review)Iron oxide magnetic nanoparticles (MNPs) are crucial in various areas due to their unique magnetic properties. However, their practical use is often limited by instability and aggregation in aqueous solutions. This review ... -
Prolonged Lifespan of Superhydrophobic Thin Films and Coatings Using Recycled Polyethylene
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)High-density polyethylene (HDPE) waste poses a significant environmental challenge due to its non-biodegradable nature and the vast quantities generated annually. However, conventional recycling methods are energy-intensive ... -
High-performance activated carbon from coconut shells for dye removal: study of isotherm and thermodynamics
( Royal Society of Chemistry , 2024 , Article)This study investigates the production of high-performance activated carbon (AC) from coconut shells (CS) through acid and base activation processes, along with pre- and post-functionalization of the biochar, aiming to ... -
Non-destructive techniques for corrosion detection: A review
( SAGE Publications Inc. , 2024 , Article Review)Corrosion detection (CD) has become a high priority in chemical industries, defense and transportation sectors to extend the life of existing or new systems while ensuring the safety of the existing components and reducing ... -
Alteration in the Structural, Optical, Thermal, Electrical, and Dielectric Properties of PMMA/PVDF Blend by Incorporation of Ni/ZnO Nanohybrid for Optoelectronic and Energy Storage Devices
( Springer , 2024 , Article)In order to produce suitable poly(methyl methacrylate)/poly(vinylidene fluoride) (PMMA/PVDF) films for optoelectronic and power storage uses, Ni-doped ZnO nanoparticles were added to PMMA/PVDF films. This was done in order ... -
A solar desalination charger for water treatment and value-added chemical production
( Royal Society of Chemistry , 2024 , Article)This study presents a photoelectrocatalytic desalination charger for the remediation of aquatic pollutants and the production of value-added chemicals. Under 1 sun irradiation, a Co-WBVO (BiVO4 doped with W and deposited ... -
3D Oleophilic Sorbent Films Based on Recycled Low-Density Polyethylene
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)Recycling low-end, one-time-use plastics—such as low-density polyethylene (LDPE)—is of paramount importance to combat plastic pollution and promote sustainability in the modern green economy. This study valorizes LDPE waste ... -
Impact of pre and post-perovskite infiltration treatments on monolithic perovskite solar cell performance
( Springer , 2024 , Article)Carbon-based monolithic perovskite solar cells (mPSCs) represent an enticing frontier in the domain of organic–inorganic hybrid solar cells, capturing substantial research attention due to their cost effectiveness and ... -
Eco-friendly freestanding superhydrophobic thin films and coatings for corrosion protection
( Springer Nature , 2024 , Article)Superhydrophobic surfaces and coatings have gained significant attention for their potential in anti-corrosion applications, yet they present several challenges. These coatings typically lack the flexibility to function ... -
Photocatalytic degradation of organic dyes using reduced graphene oxide (rGO)
( Nature Research , 2024 , Article)Photocatalysts have developed into a successful strategy for degrading synthetic and organic toxins, such as chemicals and dyes, in wastewater. In this study, graphene oxide was reduced at different temperatures and used ... -
Focused Review on Graphitic Carbon Nitride (g-C3N4) in Corrosion and Erosion Applications
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article Review)Inorganic, organic, and metallic coatings have received much attention due to their great protection applications in oil and gas industries and their development through finding eco-friendly materials for the coatings. ... -
Synthesis and Characterization of Chemically and Green-Synthesized Silver Oxide Particles for Evaluation of Antiviral and Anticancer Activity
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)Silver oxide (Ag2O) particles are wonderful candidates due to their unique properties, and their use in a wide range of research, industrial and biomedical applications is rapidly increasing. This makes it fundamental to ... -
Development of Biocompatible Electrospun PHBV-PLLA Polymeric Bilayer Composite Membranes for Skin Tissue Engineering Applications
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)Bilayer electrospun fibers aimed to be used for skin tissue engineering applications were fabricated for enhanced cell attachment and proliferation. Different ratios of PHBV-PLLA (70:30, 80:20, and 90:10 w/w) blends were ... -
Adsorbent-Embedded Polymeric Membranes for Efficient Dye-Water Treatment
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)Traditional bulk adsorbents, employed for the removal of dyes and metal ions, often face the drawback of requiring an additional filtration system to separate the filtrate from the adsorbent. In this study, we address this ... -
Investigating Genetic Diversity and Population Structure in Rice Breeding from Association Mapping of 116 Accessions Using 64 Polymorphic SSR Markers
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)Genetic variability in rice breeding programs plays a very crucial role. It provides an outstanding pool of superior alleles governing better agronomic and quality characters through association mapping. For a greater ... -
Stretch-Induced Spin-Cast Membranes Based on Semi-Crystalline Polymers for Efficient Microfiltration
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)Microfiltration membranes derived from semi-crystalline polymers face various challenges when synthesized through the extrusion–casting technique, including the use of large quantities of polymer, long casting times, and ... -
Utilizing Recycled Sand from Excavation Wastes for Sustainable Cement Mortar Production
( Salehan Institute of Higher Education , 2024 , Article)This research investigates the feasibility of using recycled sand produced from excavation waste as natural sand alternative for sustainable cement mortar production. Two different types of recycled sand, namely limestone ... -
Degradation and Photocatalytic Properties of Nanocomposites
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)The world is suffering from energy consumption and environmental pollution challenges for the next generation era. The developments in the construction of sustainable resources to overcome the energy crises have been made ... -
MXene-based electrochemical devices applied for healthcare applications
( Springer , 2024 , Article Review)The initial part of the review provides an extensive overview about MXenes as novel and exciting 2D nanomaterials describing their basic physico-chemical features, methods of their synthesis, and possible interfacial ...
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