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Biology
Alex Gobbi, Alberto Acedo, Nabeel Imam, Rui G. Santini, Rudiger Ortiz-Alvarez, Lea Ellegaard-Jensen, Ignacio Belda, Lars H. Hansen
Summary: This study conducted a global survey of vineyard soil microbial communities and established a vineyard soil microbiome's map at a global scale. The study described vineyard microbial communities worldwide and found associations between vineyard locations and microbial biodiversity on different scales. Climate data correlated with fungal diversity, while spatial distance was the main variable explaining diversity in fungal and prokaryotes communities.
COMMUNICATIONS BIOLOGY
(2022)
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Energy & Fuels
Ji Ma, Yunliang Xu, Jinxu Liang, Mingxu Zhang, Ziteng Cao, Haotian Wang, Chunting Liu
Summary: In this study, it was found that the negative fading phenomenon induced by hematite nanoparticles could significantly enhance potassium storage capacity. The size of the hematite particles played a crucial role in this capacity rise, with the 5 nm-sized particles showing the best retention performance even after 600 cycles.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2023)
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Ghania Degobert, Dunya Aydin
Summary: Polymeric nanocapsules have core-shell structure that provide advantages in drug delivery systems. However, instability issues reduce shelf-life and hinder clinical use and commercialization. Lyophilization is a common method to overcome these issues in the pharmaceutical industry, especially for labile compounds.
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Chemistry, Applied
Ying Lyu, Jinfeng Bi, Qinqin Chen, Xinye Wu, Yening Qiao, Haonan Hou, Xing Zhang
Summary: The study showed that smaller particle size and addition of oil can improve the bioaccessible amounts of carotenoids and antioxidant capacity of SUPF powders.
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Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
A. Reyes-Gracia, Jose Alberto Alvarado, R. Perez-Cuapio, H. Juarez
Summary: In this article, zinc oxide green particles were synthesized using lemon juice and commercial limonene as reducing agents. The impact of byproduct concentrations on the final morphology, size, and photoluminescence properties is discussed. Results show slight differences in X-ray diffraction patterns and average size between the two routes. Photoluminescence spectra reveal that intrinsic defects have a stronger influence on emission in lemon juice-based nanoparticles, while for limonene route, the presence of fewer defects affects the emission. Morphology is also affected by the presence/removal of byproducts and post-synthesis treatment.
MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING B-ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL SOLID-STATE MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Xin Zhang, Xuelian Zhang, Lingchao Zhang, Zhenguo Huang, Limei Yang, Mingxia Gao, Changdong Gu, Wenping Sun, Hongge Pan, Yongfeng Liu
Summary: High operating temperatures and sluggish kinetics are obstacles for the practical application of MgH2 as a solid hydrogen carrier. This study investigates the catalytic activity of nanostructured niobium oxide (Nb2O5) and explores the relationship between nanoparticle size, morphology, and catalytic activity. The results demonstrate that the primary particle size is the decisive factor in the catalytic activity of Nb2O5, enabling dehydrogenation at low temperatures and higher reactivity due to the formation of more uniform and finer Nb-based active species when ball-milled with MgH2.
ACS APPLIED NANO MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Liang Zhang, Tingting Xue, Feifei Gao, Ruteng Wei, Zhilei Wang, Hua Li, Hua Wang
Summary: Research in the Hongsibu District of Ningxia has shown that vineyards, specifically Vitis vinifera 'Cabernet Sauvignon', can effectively serve as a carbon sink, with most carbon being stored in the soil and perennial vine organs. This suggests that vineyards have the potential to capture and store carbon, contributing to overall efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Roman Svoboda, Nicola Koutna, Daniela Kostalova, Milos Krbal, Alena Komersova
Summary: Differential scanning calorimetry and Raman spectroscopy were used to investigate the crystallization behavior of amorphous indomethacin powders. The research found that the formation of the alpha-form was accelerated under conditions of increased mobility, increased mechanical defects, and prolonged free-surface nucleation. Additionally, two separate crystal growth modes were identified, originating from either mechanical defects or the free surface. A rating of 7 out of 10 is given for the importance of this study.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Juliana L. Lima, Bianca B. T. Assis, Lary S. Olegario, Mercia de S. Galvao, Alida J. Soares, Narciza M. O. Arcanjo, Alberto Gonzalez-Mohino, Taliana K. A. Bezerra, Marta S. Madruga
Summary: Using byproducts from the food industry in fresh sausage production showed varying effects on quality, with skin addition improving protein content and hardness, while abdominal fat addition increased lipid content and acceptability. This strategy can help enhance the value of chicken sausages without compromising sensory acceptability.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Suchismita Roy, Shaik Abdul Hussain, Writdhama G. Prasad, Yogesh Khetra
Summary: The study on improving the quality of high protein ice cream by increasing PS80 level revealed that higher PS80 levels decreased the rheological properties, increased the size of fat globule clumps and affected the hardness values. Sensory evaluation showed that ice cream samples with 40% PS80 in the emulsifier blend received the highest preference among panelists.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
A. E. Ryabova, V. K. Semipyatny, A. G. Galstyan
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the effects of various factors on the storage of powdered dairy products. The results showed that particle size distribution, clumping, and contact angle of the samples changed under different conditions. Temperature had the most significant impact on the product properties, and industrial storage could last up to 15 months.
JOURNAL OF DAIRY SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yue Su, Xiaodi Hu, Jiuming Wan, Shaopeng Wu, Yinglong Zhang, Xing Huang, Zhangjun Liu
Summary: Buton Rock Asphalt (BRA), a natural rock asphalt from Buton island, Indonesia, is commonly used to enhance the performance of asphalt pavement. However, its segregation in BRA-Modified Asphalt (BRA-MA) limits its application. This study investigates how the particle size and content of BRA affect the physical properties and storage stability of BRA-MA, and suggests that the softening point, viscosity, and segregation are influenced by these factors.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Andrea Vecchi, Adriano Sciacovelli
Summary: This study investigates the potential of thermo-mechanical energy storage (TMES) technologies to meet long-duration energy storage (LDES) targets. Results show the priority of low storage costs over high roundtrip efficiency for LDES, endorsing new concepts based on thermochemical energy storage. Novel TMES using metal oxidation/reduction and CaO hydration/dehydration reactions can potentially meet the cost target and compete with long-duration solutions like hydrogen.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Till-Niklas Kroeger, Mathis Jan Woelke, Patrick Harte, Thomas Beuse, Martin Winter, Sascha Nowak, Simon Wiemers-Meyer
Summary: This work investigates the electrochemical response of layered lithium transition metal oxides LiMO2 [M=Ni, Mn, Co] to slow and fast charging protocols, and examines the implications of incomplete and heterogeneous redox reactions on the utilization of active materials. The study reveals that the size of active materials and the microstructural and chemical characteristics of composite electrodes play crucial roles in the heterogeneous distribution of state of charge (SOC).
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Environmental Sciences
Wen Ji, Michel Boufadel, Lin Zhao, Brian Robinson, Thomas King, Chunjiang An, Baiyu (Helen) Zhang, Kenneth Lee
Summary: The study found that under different mixing energy conditions, the impact of kaolinite on oil droplets varies. At low mixing energy, original kaolinite reaggregated after 24 hours, while modified kaolinite continued to form OPAs throughout 24 hours. At high mixing energy, d50 of both kaolinites significantly decreased within 24 hours, and the oil trapped in negatively buoyant OPAs increased significantly.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Marion L. Chevallier, Sarah Dessolin, Fanny Serres, Lucile Bruyas, Gregory Chatel
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Dimitrios A. Giannakoudakis, Gregory Chatel, Juan Carlos Colmenares
TOPICS IN CURRENT CHEMISTRY
(2020)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Marion Zwingelstein, Micheline Draye, Jean-Luc Besombes, Christine Piot, Gregory Chatel
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Gregory Chatel
CHEMISTRY-A EUROPEAN JOURNAL
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Nahla Araji, Gregory Chatel, Audrey Moores, Francois Jerome, Karine De Oliveira Vigier
MOLECULAR CATALYSIS
(2020)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Alexandre Vandeponseele, Micheline Draye, Christine Piot, Damien Bernard, Philippe Fanget, Gregory Chatel
Summary: Water content in spent coffee grounds can act as a co-solvent in supercritical CO2 extraction, influencing the extraction of both lipids and polar molecules. While pressure has the most significant effect on lipid extraction, moisture content plays a more important role in the extraction of polar molecules, mainly caffeine.
Article
Plant Sciences
Vanille Quinty, Cyril Colas, Rouba Nasreddine, Reine Nehme, Christine Piot, Micheline Draye, Emilie Destandau, David Da Silva, Gregory Chatel
Summary: Polygonum cuspidatum is a problematic invasive plant species with negative consequences. Recycling its abundant plant waste could be a sustainable management solution. This study explores the cosmetic potential of different parts of P. cuspidatum and evaluates their activities on various targets.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Alexandre Vandeponseele, Micheline Draye, Christine Piot, Gregory Chatel
Summary: This study explores the potential of recovering caffeine from spent coffee grounds, considering various parameters such as brewing methods, storage conditions, extraction parameters, and purification parameters. The results show that extracting caffeine from spent coffee grounds is a promising and straightforward method that aligns with an established market.
CLEAN TECHNOLOGIES
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Tony Cousin, Gregory Chatel, Bruno Andrioletti, Micheline Draye
Summary: The identification of intermediates and by-products formed during the oxidative cleavage of cycloalkenes has led to the proposal of a comprehensive reaction scheme. The mechanism explains the pathways for the formation of dicarboxylic acids and short chain diacids, providing a useful tool for scientists aiming to establish environmentally friendly conditions for this process.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Alexandre Vandeponseele, Micheline Draye, Christine Piot, Gregory Chatel
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Nahla Araji, Gregory Chatel, Audrey Moores, Francois Jerome, Karine De Oliveira Vigier
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2020)
Review
Chemistry, Medicinal
Micheline Draye, Gregory Chatel, Romain Duwald
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Gregory Chatel, Rajender S. Varma
