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An overview of 2D metal sulfides and carbides as Na host materials for Na-ion batteries
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article Review)Both sodium-ion batteries (SIBs) and lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) operate on a similar principle and are striking for energy storage purposes. Although some electrode materials adapt favorably to LIBs, they are not pertinent ... -
Extraction and characterization of biofunctional lignocellulosic fibers from Pulicaria undulata plant and the effect of alkali treatment on their bio-physicochemical properties
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)This study aimed to extract and characterize natural fibers from the P. undulata plant and to evaluate their antioxidant and antimicrobial activities, including the influence of alkali treatment on the bio-physicochemical ... -
Extraction and characterization of natural fibers from Pulicaria gnaphalodes plant and effect of alkali treatment on their physicochemical and antioxidant properties
( Frontiers Media , 2024 , Article)The study aimed to extract and characterize natural fibers from Pulicaria gnaphalodes (Vent.) Boiss. plants and assess the impact of alkali treatment on the physicochemical and antioxidant properties of these fibers. Fibers ... -
Graphitic Carbon Nitride Nanosheets Decorated with Zinc-Cadmium Sulfide for Type-II Heterojunctions for Photocatalytic Hydrogen Production
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2023 , Article)In this study, we fabricated graphitic carbon nitride (g-C3N4) nanosheets with embedded ZnCdS nanoparticles to form a type II heterojunction using a facile synthesis approach, and we used them for photocatalytic H2 production. ... -
Visible light-induced H<inf>2</inf> production and pollutant degradation by copper oxide nanosphere embedded zinc-cadmium-sulfide composite
( Springer Nature , 2024 , Article)Green hydrogen production using solar water splitting and solving water pollution issues are intricately intertwined global goals which are hindered by the scarcity of highly active photocatalytic materials. Herein, we ... -
Surface modification of poly(Lactic acid) film via cold plasma assisted grafting of fumaric and ascorbic acid
( MDPI , 2021 , Article)Plant-based materials have found their application in the packaging with a yearly growing production rate. These naturally biodegradable polymers are obtained from renewable and sustainable natural resources with reduced ... -
Antibacterial Polyvinylchloride Pre-Treated by Barrier Plasma
( Nova Science Publishers, Inc. , 2010 , Book chapter)A multistep physicochemical approach making use of plasma technology combined with wet chemistry has fueled considerable interest in delivery of surface-active antiadherence materials. In the first step of the approach, ... -
Reverse osmosis silica fouling control with reactive micromixing
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Silica fouling is a major challenge in groundwater reverse osmosis (RO) desalination. Dissolved silica, upon concentration during RO, forms a difficult-to-clean glassy foulant layer on membranes, limiting recoveries from ... -
Facile fabrication of high thickness hydrophilic polymer brushes via Surface-Initiated Microliter-Scale copper mediated PhotoATRP toward antifouling surfaces
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)The recent development of sustainable chemistry motivates scientists to develop economically favourable, highly efficient, and environmentally friendly polymerization techniques. This contribution demonstrates a facile ... -
Investigation of selected anti-bacterially modified Micro/Nano-polymers using cold plasma
( Apple Academic Press , 2023 , Book chapter)Medical-grade polymers, i.e., polyvinylchloride and low-density polyethylene (LDPE), were modified by antibacterial compounds through a multistep physicochemical approach. The polymer initial surface activation was performed ... -
Cold Plasma-An Efficient Tool for Nanotechnological Modification of Polyester-Based Polymers
( Apple Academic Press , 2024 , Book chapter)Polyester surface was pretreated by cold plasma to improve its adhesive properties. The changes in the chemical structure of the pretreated polymer were analyzed by attenuated total reflectance Fourier-transform infrared ... -
Decision support model for optimal design of wind technologies based techno-economic approach
( Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc. , 2021 , Article)This paper aims to propose a practical decision support model for the optimal design of future wind turbines based on available wind potential on the site of interest. A developed decision support model based a comprehensive ... -
Model Predictive Control Based Demand Response Scheme for Peak Demand Reduction in a Smart Campus Integrated Microgrid
( Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc. , 2021 , Article)This paper presents an effective solution to manage the power flows exchanges in a campus integrated microgrid for peak reduction/shaving purposes. The campus integrated microgrid is composed of photovoltaic parking shades, ... -
Improved Handshaking Procedures for Transport Layer Security in Software Defined Networks
( Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc. , 2021 , Conference Paper)Software defined networking (SDN) has emerged as a new technology to enhance the flexibility, resilience, and automated centralized management of a network. Recently several reports have identified possible vulnerabilities, ... -
A Blockchain-Based Security Scheme for Vehicular Ad Hoc Networks in Smart Cities
( Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc. , 2021 , Conference Paper)The development of Vehicular Ad Hoc Networks (VANET) has brought many advantages to facilitate the deployment of the Intelligent Transportation System (ITS). However, without proper protection, VANETs can be vulnerable to ... -
A new method for analyzing microplastic particle size distribution in marine environmental samples
( Institute for Biodiversity and Ecology , 2019 , Article)Microplastics (MPs) are recognized as a global emerging threat to aquatic ecosystems and biodiversity worldwide. Though the number of publications and interest to the MP research have been increased rapidly, it is still ... -
Unveiling the nexus between atmospheric visibility, remotely sensed pollutants, and climatic variables across diverse topographies: A data-driven exploration empowered by artificial intelligence
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Deteriorating visual range (VR) can cause challenges for the transportation sector, resulting in economic and life losses. Air pollutants, smoke, fog, and many meteorological parameters such as air temperature (T), relative ... -
Visible light assisted photocatalytic degradation of methylene blue using iodine doped Fe3O4-GO composite
( Elsevier , 2023 , Article)Environmental contamination and wastewater discharge from industrial activities are global issues that must be addressed immediately. The uncontrolled discharge of dangerous organic compounds constitutes a significant ... -
Ultrasound-assisted oxidative desulphurization of coal using choline chloride-based deep eutectic solvents
( Springer Nature , 2024 , Article)The emission of sulfur compounds during the combustion of coal is the main cause of atmospheric pollution and poses a threat to human health and the ecosystem. Thus, elimination of sulfur compounds from coal before its use ... -
Wastewater remediation using coal fly ash nanocomposites
( Elsevier , 2020 , Book chapter)The rapid contamination of and drastic decrease in clean water sources have forced researchers towards the development and implementation of highly efficient wastewater treatment (WWT) technologies. Adsorption alone is an ...
