College of Arts & Sciences: Recent submissions
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Network Pharmacology Integrated With Quantum-Polarized Ligand Docking and Molecular Simulation Revealed the Anti-Diabetic Potential of Curcumin
( Wiley , 2024 , Article)Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder affecting millions of people worldwide and causes serious complications such as diabetic nephropathy. Curcumin, a natural polyphenol derived from turmeric, has demonstrated ... -
Unraveling the Epigenetic Tapestry: Decoding the Impact of Epigenetic Modifications in Hidradenitis Suppurativa Pathogenesis
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article Review)Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic autoinflammatory skin disorder, which typically occurs during puberty or early adulthood. The pathogenesis of HS is complex and multifactorial; a close interaction between hormonal, ... -
Thermoelectric behavior of Bi2Te2.55Se0.45 with a tunable seebeck coefficient: A comparison between coarse needle-like structure and bulk nanostructured alloys
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)In this study, we compare the thermoelectric properties of coarse-grained n-type Bi2Te2.55Se0.45 alloy prepared by induction melting with the bulk-nanostructured prepared by ball milling and hot-pressing techniques. The ... -
Investigating the thermal stability of nanocrystalline aluminum-lithium alloy by combining different mechanisms: Reinforcing with graphene and alloying with Sr
( Elsevier , 2022 , Article)Interest in nanocrystalline (nc) aluminum-lithium (Al-Li) alloys is motivated by the demand for lightweight and high-performance materials for light-weighting applications and superior fuel consumption. Nonetheless, nc ... -
Structural evolution of Cu(1-X)YX alloys prepared by mechanical alloying: Their thermal stability and mechanical properties
( Elsevier , 2015 , Article)In the present study, an attempt has been made to synthesize copper based disordered solid solutions by mechanical alloying (MA) of non-equilibrium compositions. The blended compositions of Cu–1% Y, Cu–3% Y, Cu–5% Y and ... -
Artifact-free bulk nanocrystalline Al-Li alloys with multiple deformation mechanisms and improved tensile properties
( Elsevier , 2020 , Article)An artifact-free bulk nanocrystalline (NC) aluminum (Al)-2% lithium (Li) alloy was synthesized in this study using in-situ consolidation via a combination of cryogenic and room temperature milling. The mechanical behavior ... -
Microstructural effect on the corrosion behavior of n- and p-type bismuth tellurides fabricated by induction melting
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)Numerous efforts have been made to understand and enhance the thermoelectric properties of bismuth telluride alloys. However, limited studies have been reported to investigate the corrosion behavior of these alloys and ... -
The activation of deformation mechanisms for improved tensile properties in nanocrystalline aluminum
( Elsevier , 2020 , Article)We report tensile properties and TEM observations of in situ consolidated bulk nanocrystalline Al with an average grain size of 29 nm. The nanocrystalline Al is synthesized using a combination of cryogenic and room temperature ... -
Graphene-Reinforced Bulk Metal Matrix Composites: Synthesis, Microstructure, and Properties
( Walter de Gruyter GmbH , 2020 , Article Review)This paper provides a critical review on the current status of graphene-reinforced metal matrix composites (GRMMCs) in an effort to guide future work on this topic. Metal matrix composites are preferred over other types ... -
Enhancement of Thermoelectric Properties of Layered Chalcogenide Materials
( Walter de Gruyter GmbH , 2020 , Article Review)Thermoelectric materials have long been proven to be effective in converting heat energy into electricity and vice versa. Since semiconductors have been used in the thermoelectric field, much work has been done to improve ... -
Optimization of the Consolidation Parameters for Enhanced Thermoelectric Properties of Gr-Bi2Te2.55Se0.45 Nanocomposites
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)Hot pressing represents a promising consolidation technique for ball-milled bismuth telluride alloys, yet deep investigations are needed to understand its effect on the thermoelectric properties. This paper studies the ... -
The role of twinning and stacking fault-induced plasticity on the mechanical properties of aluminum-lithium-graphene nanocomposites
( Taylor and Francis Ltd. , 2024 , Article)In this study, the synthesis-structure-property relationship of graphene-reinforced Al matrix nanocomposites was investigated. The Al-Li-GNPs nanocomposite was synthesized to attain both high strength and good ductility. ... -
A novel low-density, high-hardness, high-entropy alloy with close-packed single-phase nanocrystalline structures
( Taylor and Francis Ltd. , 2014 , Article)A low-density, nanocrystalline high-entropy alloy, Al20Li20Mg10Sc20Ti30 was produced by mechanical alloying. It formed a single-phase fcc structure during ball milling and transformed to single-phase hcp upon annealing. ... -
Black Titania Janus Mesoporous Nanomotor for Enhanced Tumor Penetration and Near-Infrared Light-Triggered Photodynamic Therapy
( American Chemical Society , 2024 , Article)Thanks to their excellent photoelectric characteristics to generate cytotoxic reactive oxygen species (ROS) under the light-activation process, TiO2 nanomaterials have shown significant potential in photodynamic therapy ... -
A Synergistic Approach to Develop Sustainable Scale Inhibitors Combining Amino Acids and Polyphosphates
( Springer Nature , 2024 , Article)Applying conventional antiscalants, e.g., polyphosphates, may bring about environmental and health concerns, warranting the application of green compounds. This work reports the application of amino acids such as glutamic ... -
The Relevance of Islamic Law to Non-Muslims in Muslim Juridical Sources
( Islamic Research Institute, International Islamic University, Islamabad , 2021 , Article)A standard question in early and medieval works of uṣūl al-fiqh (the theory and principles of Islamic jurisprudence) was whether non-Muslims were addressed by the specific rules of Islamic law and meant to abide by them. ... -
An Appraisal of Schoolmasters’ Status in Pre-Modern Muslim Societies
( Islamic Research Institute, International Islamic University, Islamabad , 2023 , Article)Medieval Muslim sources convey two extremely opposing pictures of schoolmasters. Alongside the official, aspirational image of the virtuous providers of knowledge, another subversive stream of literature lampoons them as ... -
Comparative analysis and evolution of civilian versus combatant mortality ratios in Israel-Gaza conflicts, 2008–2023
( Frontiers Media SA , 2024 , Article)Background: There is a need for statistical methodologies that scrutinize civilian casualties in conflicts, evaluating the degree to which the conduct of war affects civilians and breaches the laws of war. Employing an ... -
Isolation of the Endophytic Fungus Aspergillus terreus from a Halophyte (Tetraena qatarensis) and Assessment of Its Potential in Tomato Seedling Protection
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)Living in diverse environmentally harsh conditions, the plant exhibits a unique survival mechanism. As a result, the endophytes residing within the plant produce specific compounds that promote the plant’s growth and defend ... -
Polymorphic study of chitinase catalytic domains from Bacillus thuringiensis isolates
( National Institute of Science Communication and Information Resources (NISCAIR) , 2015 , Article)The coding regions of the chitinase catalytic domains (CDs) from eight Bacillus thuringiensis isolates from Tunisian soil were cloned and sequenced. The cloned sequences consist of 255 nucleotides encoding amino acid ...
