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Engineering, Environmental
Jared Church, Marjorie R. Willner, Brittany R. Renfro, Yun Chen, Daniela Diaz, Woo Hyoung Lee, Cari S. Dutcher, Jeffrey G. Lundin, Danielle M. Paynter
Summary: The study investigated the relationship between emulsion stability in shipboard bilgewater and critical micelle concentration in the presence of oil (CMCIFT), finding that CMCIFT was most closely related to emulsion stability. It was observed that emulsions with surfactant concentrations below CMCIFT exhibited oil separation, regardless of homogenization intensities and oil concentrations.
JOURNAL OF WATER PROCESS ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Spectroscopy
Lucia Becherova, Vadym Prokopec, Jitka Cejkova
Summary: This study focuses on investigating micellization-induced liquid-liquid fluctuations in NaD aqueous solutions through vibrational spectroscopic analysis and determination of CMC. The addition of decanol and changes in basic parameters from the perspective of CMC were monitored. The results were supported by multiple spectroscopic techniques.
SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA PART A-MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY
(2021)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Wajih Al-Soufi, Mercedes Novo
Summary: The critical micellar concentration (cmc) is a fundamental property of surfactant solutions, which can be determined using a concentration model and equations for different surfactant properties. This modular concept allows for systematic and unambiguous determination of cmc, and can be applied to study both surfactants as well as non-surfactant systems.
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Chemistry, Physical
David J. Barlow
Summary: Surfactants are widely used in various industries such as household cleaning, personal care, and cosmetics. However, most of the surfactants currently in use are derived from fossil fuels and are environmentally unfriendly and toxic. Therefore, there is a need for greener alternatives. The determination of the critical micelle concentration of surfactants is crucial for their development as analytical tools and commercial materials. A fast and cost-effective method using dried drop coffee ring image analysis is proposed for determining the surfactant critical micelle concentration.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xiaoyong Wang, Shan Zhang, Huiling Zhao, Qian Wang, Yuke Zhang, Hexiang Xu, Xinyu Xia, Simin Han
Summary: The study investigated the binding of ferulic acid (FA) with sodium deoxycholate (NaDC) using fluorescence and absorption measurements. The presence of FA was found to favor the micellization of NaDC, leading to changes in absorption and fluorescence spectra as NaDC molecules transition from monomers to primary and secondary micelles. The interaction between FA and NaDC involved hydrophobic binding, hydrogen bonding, and unique structural characteristics of bile salt.
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Thermodynamics
Xuemei Zhang, Qiuhua Lyu, Xin Hao, Chungui Jian
Summary: In this study, VLE data for acetamide + DMF, SBA + SBAC + acetamide + DMF were measured and found to be thermodynamically consistent. Binary interaction parameters were obtained for the DMF-acetamide system using different models, and the VLE data were predicted and compared. The results showed that the addition of acetamide and DMF as a mixed solvent significantly enhanced the volatility of SBAC compared to SBA.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING DATA
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Tina Raeisi Gahrooee, Aref Abbasi Moud, Marziyeh Danesh, Savvas G. Hatzikiriakos
Summary: This study investigates the network structure and rheological behavior of Cellulose Nanocrystal (CNC) suspension in the presence of cetyltrimethylammonium bromide (CTAB) both below and above the critical micelle concentration (CMC). Through TEM imaging and rheological characterization, it was found that CNC-CTAB gels exhibit shear thinning behavior, with a complex relationship between strain amplitudes and CTAB concentration affecting the network structure and performance.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2021)
Article
Physics, Multidisciplinary
Monica Corea, Rogelio Jimenez-Juarez, Gabriela Martinez-Mejia, Maria de Jesus Martinez-Ortiz, Jose Manuel del Rio
Summary: The study experimentally analyzed the influence of the stock solution concentration on the geometrical characteristics of the titration curve, and found that the magnitude and shape of the heat titration depend on the stock solution concentration until reaching a limiting value. Qualitative analysis suggested that the limiting value is substance-dependent.
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Urmila Saha, Ranjit De, Bijan Das
Summary: The efficacy of drugs is often challenged by issues such as premature degradation, low solubility, side effects, and rapid clearance from the circulatory system. Surfactants play a pivotal role in solubilizing a wide variety of drug molecules through micellization in physiologically relevant fluids. They offer advantages over conventional liposomes and phospholipid-based formulations, including higher micellar stability, ease of formation, and lower maintenance expenses. This review critically analyzes the interactions between loaded drugs and surfactants in micellar delivery systems, highlighting the need for a better understanding of these interactions.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Suman Chowdhury, Atanu Rakshit, Animesh Acharjee, Dileep Kumar, Bidyut Saha
Summary: This study aims to oxidize a long chain hydrophobic alcohol in water with the assistance of micellar substances. The kinetics of 1-octanol oxidation by Ce(IV) in different micellar media has been investigated, and effective catalytic effects of trivalent ruthenium and iridium metal salts have also been observed. The results provide insights into the characteristics of the oxidation reaction and the potential applications of these metal salts in micellar media.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Linjun Zhang, Hui Xiong, Qi Wu, Yan Peng, Yong Zhu, Hao Wang, Yi Yang, Xikui Liu, Guangsu Huang, Jinrong Wu
Summary: By utilizing a micelle-like structure with a hydrophobic outer layer to protect ionic interactions, the ionically crosslinked elastomers are able to maintain self-healing and long-term stability in aqueous, acidic, and basic environments. These elastomers exhibit superior tensile strength and strain at break compared to existing waterproof self-healing elastomers, making them suitable for applications such as strain sensors and dielectric actuators in harsh environments. This design strategy of hydrophobic protection for dynamic interactions can be extended to other self-healing materials.
SCIENCE CHINA-MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Nozomu Suzuki, Daisuke Taura, Yuta Komichi
Summary: When two or more surfactants are mixed, the performance of the mixed system is improved compared to a single surfactant solution. The Markov chain model can analyze the critical micelle concentration (CMC) of mixed micelles and yield similar results to the regular solution theory. This study tested two hypotheses and derived equations to describe the data of CMC and partition coefficient well.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2023)
Article
Thermodynamics
Hui Wang, Jingna Xie, Jun Xie, Hehe Jiang, Yongzan Wen, Wanpeng Huang, Gang Wang, Bingyou Jiang, Chao Zhang
Summary: The study explores the influence of ionic liquids (ILs) on the microstructure and wetting behavior of anthracite. Different ILs reach critical micelle concentration (CMC) in aqueous solution at different concentrations, affecting the surface functional groups and wetting process of coal. XPS results show that [Bmim][Cl] has a better wetting effect while [Bmim][BF4] has a strong wetting ability to coal dust at specific concentrations.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Dongxiang Li, Xing Qian, Changshuo Lian, Rui Huang, Ziyi Hao, Ming Cheng, Shuping Li, Chunfang Li, Shahid Iqbal, Lianjie Qin, Jikuan Zhao
Summary: This study developed three samples of carbon quantum dots (CQDs) with different fluorescence properties as fluorescent probes for the critical micelle concentration (CMC) determination of surfactants. The CMC values were deduced from the fluorescence intensity change and the Stokes shift variation. The study also found that the interaction between CQDs and surfactant molecules is complicated and the CQDs are located at the palisade layer in the surfactant micelles.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Kayla D. Thompson, Evan P. Danielson, Kerri N. Peterson, Nicholas O. Nocevski, Jason T. Boock, Jason A. Berberich
Summary: Understanding the interactions between surfactants and proteins is crucial for consumer product formulation and emulsion/foam development. This study found that DDAO has minimal impact on beta LG below its CMC, but induces protein unfolding at concentrations above the CMC.
Article
Electrochemistry
Afzal Shah, Maria Saleem Malik, Anum Zahid, Faiza Jan Iftikhar, Ayaz Anwar, Mohammad Salim Akhter, Muhammad Raza Shah, Muhammad Abid Zia, Muhammad Naeem Ashiq, Aamir Hassan Shah
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2018)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Shahan Zeb Khan, Zia-ur-Rehman, Muhammad Kashif Amir, Imdad Ullah, M. S. Akhter, Francine Belanger-Gariepy
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR STRUCTURE
(2018)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jan Nisar, Mudassir Iqbal, Munawar Iqbal, Afzal Shah, Mohammad Salim Akhter, Sirajuddin, Rafaqat Ali Khan, Israr Uddin, Luqman Ali Shah, Muhammad Sufaid Khan
ZEITSCHRIFT FUR PHYSIKALISCHE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH IN PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY & CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2020)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jan Nisar, Ghulam Ali, Afzal Shah, Munawar Iqbal, Rafaqat Ali Khan, Sirajuddin, Farooq Anwar, Raqeeb Ullah, Mohammad Salim Akhter
Article
Electrochemistry
Azeema Munir, Afzal Shah, Jan Nisar, Muhammad Naeem Ashiq, Mohammad Salim Akhter, Aamir Hassan Shah
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2019)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
K. Al Yaqoob, M. Bououdina, M. S. Akhter, B. Al Najar, J. Judith Vijaya
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2019)
Article
Electrochemistry
Afzal Shah, Anum Nisar, Khalid Khan, Jan Nisar, Abdul Niaz, Muhammad Naeem Ashiq, Mohammad Salim Akhter
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2019)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Sundus Sultan, Afzal Shah, Burhan Khan, Jan Nisar, Muhammad Raza Shah, Muhammad Naeem Ashiq, Mohammad Salim Akhter, Aamir Hassan Shah
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Tayyaba Kokab, Afzal Shah, Faiza Jan Iftikhar, Jan Nisar, Mohammad Salim Akhter, Sher Bahadur Khan
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rahmat Ullah, Faiza Jan Iftikhar, Muhammad Ajmal, Afzal Shah, Muhammad Salim Akhter, Haseeb Ullah, Amir Waseem
POLISH JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
(2020)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Muhammad Saeed, Komal Farooq, Muhammad Nafees, Muhammad Arshad, Mohammad Salim Akhter, Amir Waseem
CLEAN-SOIL AIR WATER
(2020)
Review
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Mona A. Aziz Aljar, Muhammad Zulqarnain, Afzal Shah, Mohammad Salim Akhter, Faiza Jan Iftikhar
Article
Environmental Sciences
Abeer Ahmed Khalifa, Ezzat Khan, Muhammad Salim Akhtar
Summary: Formaldehyde, a harmful pollutant from household items, poses a threat to the environment and public health. It is crucial to remove this contaminant from indoor air, and various practices are currently being used. Indoor plants play a vital role in controlling indoor temperature, moisture, and oxygen levels, making them particularly important. This review article summarizes and highlights the mechanism of phytoremediation, the benefits of plants, plant materials used for formaldehyde removal, and the associated environmental and health issues. The article also emphasizes the future research direction in this field to help address the problem effectively.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHYTOREMEDIATION
(2023)
Article
Electrochemistry
Samina Seher, Afzal Shah, Faiza Jan Iftikhar, Jan Nisar, Muhammad Naeem Ashiq, Mona A. Aljar, Mohammad Salim Akhter
JOURNAL OF THE ELECTROCHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2020)
Article
Electrochemistry
Afzal Shah, Anum Zahid, Amjad Khan, Faiza Jan Iftikhar, Jan Nisar, Carlos Fernandez, Mohammad Salim Akhter, Abdulla Ali Almutawah, Heinz-Bernhard Kraatz
JOURNAL OF THE ELECTROCHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2019)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Rajalaxmi Sahoo, C. Reshma, D. S. Shankar Rao, C. V. Yelamaggad, S. Krishna Prasad
Summary: This study investigates the influence of the flexible spacer parity of a guest photoactive liquid crystalline dimer on the photonic bandgap features of the cholesteric and twist grain boundary smectic C phases of the host molecule. The results show that the parity of the photoactive dimer affects the width of the photonic bandgap and the blue-shift of the cholesteric phase. Additionally, the parity of the dimer also affects the layer spacing and two-dimensional periodicity of the liquid crystalline phases.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Sara Rozas, Alberto Gutierrez, Mert Atilhan, Alfredo Bol, Santiago Aparicio
Summary: This study presents a multiscale theoretical investigation on the use of bifunctional hydrophobic Deep Eutectic Solvent for carbon capture using tetrapropylammonium chloride, acetic acid, and ethanolamine. The characterization includes nanoscale analysis of CO2 absorption mechanisms and changes in liquid phase properties during gas capture.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Tabouli Eric Da-yang, Alhadji Malloum, Jean Jules Fifen, Mama Nsangou, Jeanet Conradie
Summary: In this study, the potential energy of different glycine tautomers and their interaction with Cu2+ cations was investigated. The results showed that the solvation medium and the presence of Cu2+ cations influenced the stability of glycine tautomers.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xiaoliang Gou, Nan Ye, Qingqing Han, Junjie Cui, Long Yi Jin
Summary: In this study, amphiphilic rod-coil molecules with rigid DSA parts and flexible oligoether chains were designed and their assembly capacities were investigated. The morphology of the molecular aggregates was influenced by the pH of the solution and UV light, and the aggregates showed adsorption capacity for nitroaromatic compounds.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Shuang Liu, Liyan Shan, Cong Qi, Wenhui Zhang, Guannan Li, Bei Wang, Wei Wei
Summary: Optimizing the design of styrene-butadiene-styrene copolymer (SBS) is crucial for producing cost-effective SBS modifiers and improving road quality. This study examined the influence of SBS content and molecular structure on viscosity and compatibility. The results showed that the viscosity contribution of SBS is determined by its molecular structure and phase morphology.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Artem A. Petrov, Ekaterina A. Titova, Aydar A. Akhmadiyarov, Ilnaz T. Rakipov, Boris N. Solomonov
Summary: This work focuses on the thermochemistry of solvation of azeotropes. The enthalpies of dissolution of azeotropes in different mediums were determined, and the impact of the structure of the azeotropes on their properties in solution was discussed. A correlation between enthalpies of solvation and molar refraction was used to determine the vaporization enthalpies of azeotropes for the first time. The results were found to be consistent with literature data, obtained using direct and calculated methods. These findings contribute to the analysis of the structure-property relationships of azeotropes.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
L. V. Kamaeva, E. N. Tsiok, N. M. Chtchelkatchev
Summary: Understanding the correlations between liquids and solids allows us to predict the thermodynamic parameter range favorable for the formation of intriguing solid phases by studying liquids. In this study, we experimentally and theoretically investigated an Al-Cu-Co system within different composition ranges, and identified high-temperature solid phases. Our findings demonstrated the correlation between the boundaries of different solid phases and undercooling and viscosity in the concentration area.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
R. Aneesh Kumar, S. Jamelah Al-Otaibi, Y. Sheena Mary, Y. Shyma Mary, Nivedita Acharjee, Renjith Thomas, Renjith Raveendran Pillai, T. L. Leena
Summary: In this study, the interactions between doped and pristine coronenes and adenine nucleobases were investigated using Density Functional Theory. The optimal configurations, adsorption energies, charge transfer, and electrical properties of each complex were calculated. It was found that doped coronene had stronger adsorption strength and charge transfer compared to pristine coronene. The stability of the complexes was attributed to non-covalent interactions in the interactive region. The change in electrical conductivity of coronenes after adsorption suggested their sensitivity towards DNA bases. The predicted energy gap and prolonged recovery time for adenine-coronene configurations indicated the potential application of pristine/doped coronene in DNA detection.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Gang Zhou, Yongwei Liu, Biao Sun, Zengxin Liu, Cuicui Xu, Rulin Liu, Qi Zhang, Yongmei Wang
Summary: The CFD-DEM method was used to simulate the dust deposition pattern in the bronchus of anchor digging drivers, revealing the highest dust concentration in the vortex region of the working face. The study also found a positive correlation between dust particle diameter and bronchial deposition rate, and a negative correlation with alveolar deposition rate.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yan Zhang, Yafei Luo, Lingkai Tang, Mingyan E, Jianping Hu
Summary: This study investigates the effects of different transition metal decorations on B12N12 nanocages on the adsorption properties of nitrosourea drugs using computational methods. The results reveal the presence of weak non-covalent interactions between metals and nanocages, and the interaction between drugs and nanocages plays a significant role in drug adsorption. Compared to free drugs, the adsorption of drugs on nanocages can facilitate electron transfer, reduce energy gaps and chemical hardness, indicating activity at the target site.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
C. I. Alcolado, J. Poblete, L. Garcia-Rio, E. Jimenez, F. J. Poblete
Summary: In this study, the selective oxidation of aromatic aldehydes was investigated using Ru(VI) as a catalyst and hexacyanoferrate (III) as a cooxidant in an alkaline medium. The reaction mechanism involves complex reaction orders for the oxidant and the aromatic aldehyde, while the reaction order for Ru(VI) is one. The proposed mechanism includes two catalytic cycles and the formation and decomposition of complexes. Quantitative structure-activity relationship analysis showed that deactivating groups in the para-position enhance the process.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Inez A. Barbieri, Marcos L. S. Oliveira, Franciele S. Bruckmann, Theodoro R. Salles, Leonardo Zancanaro, Luis F. O. Silva, Guilherme L. Dotto, Eder C. Lima, Mu. Naushad, Cristiano R. Bohn Rhoden
Summary: This study evaluated the adsorption of zolpidem on magnetic graphene oxide and synthesized magnetic graphene oxide adsorbents for zolpidem removal. The best magnetic nanoadsorbent was found to have a removal percentage of 87.07% at specific pH and temperature conditions. The results suggest that the removal of zolpidem is related to the surface chemistry of the adsorbent rather than the surface area of graphene oxide. The adsorbent showed excellent adsorption efficiency and magnetic behavior, making it a promising material for removing zolpidem from aqueous solutions.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hongyan Huang, Chunquan Li, Siyuan Huang, Yuling Shang
Summary: This study examines the sensitivity of the thermal conductivity of water-based alumina nanofluids to changes in concentration, sphericity, and temperature. The results show that volume fraction and temperature have a significant impact on the thermal conductivity, while sphericity also needs to be considered. A support vector machine regression model was created to analyze the sensitivity of the thermal conductivity to different parameters. The findings indicate that temperature, sphericity, and volume fraction are the most sensitive variables.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Correction
Chemistry, Physical
V. M. Pergamenshchik, T. Bryk, A. Trokhymchuk
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Valentyn Rudenko, Anatolii Tolochko, Svitlana Bugaychuk, Dmytro Zhulai, Gertruda Klimusheva, Galina Yaremchuk, Tatyana Mirnaya, Yuriy Garbovskiy
Summary: This paper reports on the synthesis, structural characterization, spectral and nonlinear-optical properties of glass nanocomposites made of glass forming ionic liquid crystals and nanoparticles. The study reveals that by exciting the nanocomposites within their absorption band, a control over effective optical nonlinearities can be achieved, allowing the modification of the magnitude and sign of the effective nonlinear absorption coefficient. The proposed strategy using metal-alkanoates based glass-forming ionic liquid crystals and nanoparticles shows great potential for the development of nanophotonics and plasmonics technologies.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
