Article
Agronomy
Linda Abenaim, Alessandro Mandoli, Francesca Venturi, Stefano Bedini, Barbara Conti
Summary: This study investigates the effectiveness of a synthesized quasi-dimeric eugenol derivative (ED) as a repellent for stored food insect pests. Compared to eugenol and three related compounds, ED shows greater repellence and persistence against Sitophilus oryzae. Sensory analysis reveals that ED has a significantly less odorous profile without spicy or balsamic nuances. Therefore, ED could be a promising repellent for controlling foodstuff insect pests.
PEST MANAGEMENT SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yang Liu, Hui Zhang, Pu Wang, Zunyan He, Guangneng Dong
Summary: This paper reports a novel biomimetic superhydrophobic surface with petal-like microstructures inspired by the droplet pinning effect. The parameters such as petal number, petal proportion, and spacing distance were studied and optimized to achieve maximum droplet bearing capacity. The optimized petal-like microstructures showed a 58.3% increase in bearing capacity compared to common mushroom microstructures.
MATERIALS & DESIGN
(2022)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Alexia Tsigarida, Evangelia Tsampali, Avraam A. Konstantinidis, Maria Stefanidou
Summary: The surface properties of building materials play a crucial role in their corrosion due to interaction with water. Water adheres to a surface and damages it, with the extent of damage depending on the material's nature, surface roughness, and porosity. This study focuses on the impact of marble surface roughness on the effectiveness of waterproofing coatings, providing a qualitative and quantitative model for selecting the most suitable coating for corrosion protection.
JOURNAL OF BUILDING ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Fadoua Mayoussi, Yunong Chen, Daniela Moessner, Santiago Franco Corredor, Andreas Goralczyk, Markus Mader, Andreas Warmbold, Frederik Kotz-Helmer, Dorothea Helmer, Bastian E. Rapp
Summary: This article reports a simple method for the fabrication of smooth, transparent liquid repellent surfaces via UV-initiated radical polymerization in a one-step procedure. These surfaces exhibit very low surface energies, excellent repellence towards liquids with different polarities, as well as self-cleaning and anti-graffiti abilities.
ADVANCED MATERIALS INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Sicheng Yuan, Jianwen Peng, Xiguang Zhang, Dan Lin, Haolei Geng, Bin Han, Meng Zhang, Huaiyuan Wang
Summary: This study successfully obtained a pre-oil-infused mechanically robust hybrid organic/inorganic superhydrophobic coating (SHC) for SLIPS with prolonged longevity through elaborate design of micro-nano structures and chemical interactions. The unique "corn-like" structures not only exhibited robust superhydrophobicity but also provided sufficient capillary length to stabilize oil, showcasing excellent oil-locking ability.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Archaeology
Maripaz Mateo, Javier Becerra, Ana Paula Zaderenko, Pilar Ortiz, Gines Nicolas
Summary: Four biocidal treatments based on nanoparticles were designed and their penetration depths were characterized using laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) technique. The effectiveness of the treatment is related to the penetration depth of the nanoparticles in the limestone pore. LIBS depth profiling was used to characterize the diffusion of the nanoparticles in the limestone matrix and compare the penetration depth of different treatments. The results demonstrate the capability and potential of LIBS technique for in-depth characterization of nanoparticles and comparison of their effectiveness in stone matrix.
JOURNAL OF CULTURAL HERITAGE
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Geological
Alvaro Rabat, Roberto Tomas, Miguel Cano
Summary: Understanding the tensile behavior of rocks and its water-induced variation is crucial for designing mining and civil engineering structures and assessing geotechnical hazards. This study expands knowledge by determining the tensile properties of porous limestone under dry and water-saturated conditions through direct and indirect methods. The results show that water saturation significantly reduces the tensile strength and modulus of the limestone, and the petrological characteristics and mineral composition are analyzed to explain the observed softening. Accurate correlations between direct and indirect tensile strength parameters are established, providing a novel and useful contribution to geomechanics.
ENGINEERING GEOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Zhi Wei Li, Jia Wen Fang, Ye Qian Mi, Ting Liu, De Kun Yao, Yi Ping Zheng, Jin Yang Fang, Yan Hong Yin, Xian Bin Liu, Ye Sheng Li, Zi Ping Wu
Summary: Lightweight, flexible, and water-repellent shielding materials are crucial in managing radiation pollution for modern electronic devices. In this study, carbon nanotube-fastened graphene composite film was demonstrated to have high EMI shield performance due to the interconnected bubbles formed by the curved and fastened morphology of reduced graphene. Additionally, the thin hydrophobic SiO2 coating on the film's surface provided stable water repellence even in severe conditions.
ACS APPLIED NANO MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
S. A. Wade, J. S. Webb, R. B. Eckert, G. E. Jenneman, S. A. Rice, T. L. Skovhus, P. Sturman, S. P. Kotu, M. Richardson, D. M. Goeres
Summary: This paper summarises a round table forum held at the 2021 International Biodeterioration and Biodegradation Symposium, discussing the potential role of standards in biofilm research and industry innovation. It reviews standards and best-practice guidance in both academic research and industry impacts. The complex nature of biofilm-associated problems and limited training for industry personnel often hinder the ability to provide best-practice solutions, therefore, more effort is needed to provide consensus on standard test methods or guidance documents for studying and combating biofilms.
INTERNATIONAL BIODETERIORATION & BIODEGRADATION
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Renata Colombo, Alanis Tiozzo Souza
Summary: This study investigates the behavior of IR3535 and its derivatives in water, showing that IR3535 is not completely degraded in chlorinated water and 9 DBPs were tentatively identified. The presence of IR3535 and some DBPs were detected in swimming pool water samples. Toxicity evaluation using the QSAR model revealed mutagenic and carcinogenic properties in some by-products.
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Rosa Taurino, Maria Cannio, Dino Norberto Boccaccini, Massimo Messori, Federica Bondioli
Summary: A novel and straightforward 3D printing method based on inkjet process for the design of superhydrophobic surfaces was investigated in this study. A novel sol-gel solution was designed and used with a modified 3D printing approach based on micro-solenoid inkjet printing. The study focused on measuring the impact of roughness and chemical composition on achieving superhydrophobic properties and determined the tilt angle of water droplets on different coatings. It is believed that the simple new inkjet printing method presented here can expand the application of superhydrophobic surfaces on different substrates for various industrial fields.
JOURNAL OF SOL-GEL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Pablo F. Ibanez-Ibanez, F. Javier Montes Ruiz-Cabello, Miguel A. Cabrerizo-Vilchez, Miguel A. Rodriguez-Valverde
Summary: The study found that surface deformability is more important in reducing ice adhesion for ice phobic materials, while hydrophobicity is more crucial in tensile mode. Additionally, oil infusion can further decrease ice adhesion, leading to the identification of surfaces with super-low ice adhesion.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Andras Biro, Eva Lubloy
Summary: The quality of natural stone aggregates varies with each shipment, impacting the fire performance of concrete. Establishing a classification system for aggregates based on fire or fire-related temperatures could provide a faster and more economical solution. Preliminary measurements and conclusions for such a system were provided in this study, using Hummel-tests and supplementary tests, but further testing with more samples is needed to confirm usability.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2021)
Review
Microbiology
Szilvia Neuhaus, Andrea T. Fessler, Ralf Dieckmann, Lara Thieme, Mathias W. Pletz, Stefan Schwarz, Sascha Al Dahouk
Summary: Disinfection is crucial in reducing infections, but the excessive use of disinfectants may contribute to antimicrobial resistance. However, there is currently no consensus on this matter. The lack of standardized procedures and criteria to evaluate bacterial susceptibility to disinfectants makes data analysis challenging. Therefore, standardization and adaptation of evaluation concepts are urgently needed.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Nadine Kiefer, Moritz Nichterlein, Fabienne Rei, Madeleine Runge, Ulf Biermann, Thomas Wieland, Matthias Noll, Stefan Kalkhof
Summary: This study examined the ecotoxicological effects of leachates containing biocides from building materials on sediment and aquatic organisms. The results showed that in-can preservatives leach out rapidly at the beginning of a facade lifetime and impose a significant stress factor on the environment.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Marie-Xavier Lecuit, Gilles Fronteau, Frederic Boulvain, Sylvain Dechamps, Stephanie Eyssautier-Chuine, Mathieu Piavaux, Johan Yans
ENVIRONMENTAL EARTH SCIENCES
(2018)
Article
Geology
Paul Picavet, Sibrecht Reniere, Veerle Cnudde, Wim De Clercq, roland Dreesen, Gilles Fronteau, Eric Goemaere, Else Hartoch
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Stephanie Eyssautier-Chuine, Ivan Calandra, Nathalie Vaillant-Gaveau, Gilles Fronteau, Celine Thomachot-Schneider, Julien Hubert, Jessica Pleck, Maxime Gommeaux
PROGRESS IN ORGANIC COATINGS
(2018)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Emilie Huby, Celine Thomachot-Schneider, Patricia Vazquez, Gilles Fronteau
ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING AND ASSESSMENT
(2020)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Eric Goemaere, Cecile Millier, Pierre-Yves Declercq, Gilles Fronteau, Roland Dreesen
Summary: Myths and legends related to geological phenomena or stunning landscapes in the Ardennes Massif represent an important intangible geo-cultural heritage, adding an extra dimension to the holistic experience of geoheritage. Legends about characters like Emperor Charlemagne and Saint Remacle, as well as mythical figures like the Four Sons of Aymon, are rooted in the local geology and have even given their names to official geological formations. Other folktales involving creatures like dwarfs and witches have indirect links with geological curiosities, presenting a rich potential for geotourism development.
Article
Geography, Physical
Erwan Roussel, Franck Vautier, Olivier Voldoire, Marie-Francoise Andre, JoAnn Cassar, Gilles Fronteau, Bruno Phalip, Celine Thomachot-Schneider, Jean-Pierre Toumazet
Summary: The study conducted photogrammetry, on-site tests, and analyses on Maltese fortifications affected by salt weathering to quantify limestone loss over the past half-millennium. It identified two-rate weathering in Globigerina Limestone, with Franka subtype resisting atmospheric aggression significantly better than Soil subtype. Coralline Limestone also showed good resistance, with identified factors including water uptake capacity and cohesiveness between different limestones.
Correction
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Eric Goemaere, Cecile Millier, Pierre-Yves Declercq, Gilles Fronteau, Roland Dreesen
Article
Geography, Physical
Alain Devos, Sebastien Laratte, Pierre Taborelli, Sarah Ortonovi, Gilles Fronteau, Yoann Rabaste, Bruno Duchene
Summary: The World War I left significant marks on the landscapes of the western front, now detectable under forest cover using LiDAR technology. Archaeological surveys and geotechnical analysis help in understanding the formation process of these war landscapes and their impact on soil water reserves, geology, and explosive risks.
GEOMORPHOLOGIE-RELIEF PROCESSUS ENVIRONNEMENT
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Wolfram Kloppmann, Lise Leroux, Philippe Bromblet, Pierre-Yves Le Pogam, Anne Therese Montech, Catherine Guerrot
Summary: Through isotope analysis of the materials used by the Master of Rimini and his workshop, it was found that they exclusively used alabaster from the Franconian region, which is different from previous research. Based on these findings, a new hypothesis is proposed, suggesting that the Master of Rimini may have originated from the Low Countries and established a highly productive workshop in Southern Germany.
Article
Construction & Building Technology
S. Mezza, P. Vazquez, M. Ben M'barek Jemai, G. Fronteau
Summary: This study characterized limestone lithotypes from Bizerte region in extreme North of Tunisia to investigate their weathering resistance and damage from thermal shock cycles. Infrared thermography (IRT) monitoring was conducted to assess the correlation between cooling rate index (CRI) and physical or chemical characteristics of the rocks. Statistical clustering identified four classes based on porosity values. The study highlighted the validity of CRI as an indirect parameter for estimating low porous stones properties undergoing thermal weathering.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Archaeology
Emilie Huby, Celine Thomachot-Schneider, Patricia Vazquez, Gilles Fronteau, Kevin Beck
Summary: Laboratory aging tests allow for the study of stones behaviors on a monument. By using a realistic experimental setup, it was found that the Courville limestone is more sensitive to thermal and hydric variations compared to the Savonnieres limestone.
JOURNAL OF CULTURAL HERITAGE
(2022)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Gilles Fronteau, Martijn van den Bel
Summary: The study compared pre-Columbian cultural affiliations in the Lesser Antilles by analyzing three ceramic series from Guadeloupe, revealing the differences in inclusions and suggesting a gradual diffusion of grog temper use from the Guianas. This challenges the commonly accepted idea that Troumassoid developed smoothly from locally present Saladoid ceramic series without external influence.
BSGF-EARTH SCIENCES BULLETIN
(2021)
Article
Archaeology
Gilles Fronteau, Francois Boyer, Luc Jaccottey, Vincent Le Quellec, Stephanie Lepareux-Couturier, Annabelle Milleville, Cecile Monchablon, Boris Robin, Paul Picavet
JOURNAL OF LITHIC STUDIES
(2020)
Article
Archaeology
Florent Jodry, Marion Delloul, Christophe Croutsch, Philippe Duringer, Gilles Fronteau
JOURNAL OF LITHIC STUDIES
(2020)
Article
Archaeology
Caroline Hamon, Gilles Fronteau
JOURNAL OF ARCHAEOLOGICAL SCIENCE-REPORTS
(2018)
Article
Archaeology
Justin J. L. Kimball, Ruben With, Christian Lochsen Rodsrud
Summary: Micro-CT (μCT) has been increasingly used in the cultural heritage sector to understand past cultures and their materials. In the case of the Gjellestad ship from the Viking Age, μCT was used to document and conserve the deteriorated organic and metallic materials. A georeferencing system was developed to retain important stratigraphic and position information, allowing for spatial positioning using 3D GIS. The use of μCT has shown positive impact on the documentation, conservation, and reconstruction of cultural heritage.
JOURNAL OF CULTURAL HERITAGE
(2024)
Review
Archaeology
S. Sylaiou, P. Dafiotis, D. Koukopoulos, K. Koukoulis, R. Vital, A. Antoniou, Chr. Fidas
Summary: This manuscript discusses the growing importance of Extended Reality (XR) in art exhibitions. It explores the technologies used, design issues, evaluation metrics, and aims of XR exhibitions. The research focuses on the current types of technologies used, primary design considerations, and methods to enhance user experience. The paper also examines evaluation criteria and the use of virtual humans for increased engagement. Additionally, it thoroughly discusses parameters affecting user experience and offers suggestions for optimizing design and future directions.
JOURNAL OF CULTURAL HERITAGE
(2024)
Article
Archaeology
Carlo Battini, Umberto Ferretti, Giorgia De Angelis, Roberto Pierdicca, Marina Paolanti, Ramona Quattrini
Summary: This research presents a method for recognizing historical building elements using a deep learning system. By leveraging synthetic point clouds to generate 3D models, the proposed approach achieves high accuracy in the experiments conducted on a newly synthetic dataset.
JOURNAL OF CULTURAL HERITAGE
(2024)
Article
Archaeology
Jingwen Zhang, Tianlin Ren
Summary: In the era of digital information, metadata and ontology technology have promoted the management and utilization of museum collections. This study focused on ancient Chinese ceramics and proposed solutions for the shortcomings in their information management through metadata analysis and ontology construction. The structure of the ontology was visualized to provide a clearer understanding of ancient Chinese ceramics.
JOURNAL OF CULTURAL HERITAGE
(2024)
