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491 articles for “surface properties”
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The Impact of Nanotechnology in Transforming Neuro-oncology - A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: The treatment of central nervous system (CNS) tumours, including aggressive malignancies like glioblastoma, faces significant challenges. The blood–brain barrier (BBB) blocks nearly 98% of small-molecule drugs from achieving therapeutic levels in the brain, and the heterogeneity of these tumours frequently contributes to treatment resistance and poor outcomes. Traditional approaches, including chemotherapy and radiotherapy, are hindered by systemic toxicity and inadequate drug penetration. Nanotechnology provides a promising alternative, as nanoparticles (NPs) …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 627–637 Read article
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A new method of phytoplankton concentration as a cycle of solving environmental problems and obtaining energy from high-quality biofuel (lipid oil)
Abstract: The stagnant zones of fresh lakes, formed due to increased reproduction of phytoplankton in stagnant water under the influence of the sun, pose a serious threat to the environment, leading to the death of phytoplankton and fish, releasing hydrogen sulfide and making the water unsuitable even for agricultural use. In this regard, the development of a method for concentrating phytoplankton from "green water" becomes an urgent task associated not only …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 55–61 Read article
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Chlorella lipid oil for biofuel production obtained by a new method of high quality concentration of Chlorella
Abstract: Chlorella concentrates are unique due to the large amount of high-quality lipid oil produced from them, which is a high-quality biofuel. The production of high quality lipid oil requires the production of Chlorella concentrates with low water content (as a foam product). Existing methods of centrifugation or microfiltration for the concentration of chlorella are expensive andineffective. The article presents a new developed method for obtaining high-quality lipid oil, in which …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 10–14 Read article
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Sustainability of Asphalt Pavement in Terms of CraSustainability of Asphalt Pavement in Terms of Crack Healing Phenomena: A Reviewck Healing Phenomena: A Review
Abstract: The Asphalt concrete mixture is considered to have nonlinear viscoelastic behavior, its fatigue life consists of two components, namely the resistance to fracture and crack, and the ability to heal the micro cracks. Both of the processes change with temperature and time. Such processes exhibit the sustainability potential of asphalt concrete pavement. The approach to study this potential requires mechanical tests like creep or relaxation, strength and repeated load tests. …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 38–55 Read article
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Liposomes Innovative Role as a Drug Delivery System: A Detailed Analysis
Abstract: The first nanomedicine to be approved for use in clinical settings was liposomes. These are the spherical vesicles with a bilayer of phospholipids enclosing a middle empty aqueous region. Because of their extraordinary potential to stop medication deterioration and lessen unwanted effects, liposomes are being utilized more and more for targeted drug distribution. For targeted drug delivery, the pharmaceuticals can be integrated into the liposomes' aqueous space or phospholipid bilayer. …
Published in Trends in Drug Delivery · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 25–32 Read article
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Improvement of Properties of Expansive Soil using Terrazyme
Abstract: Enzymatic emulsions contain enzymes that react with soil molecules to form a cementing bond that stabilizes the soil structure and reduces the soil’s affinity for water. When the bio-enzymes like Terrazyme, are mixed with soil they alter its engineering properties. When added to a soil, the enzymes increases the wetting and bonding capacity of the soil particles and improves the chemical bonding between soil particles and creating a more permanent …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Characterization and Optimization of Neem Leaves and Moringa Seed Husk-based Composite Activated Carbon for Efficient Adsorption of Methylene Blue Dye
Abstract: The research in question was meticulously conducted within the premises of the Nigerian Liquefied Gas (NLG) Engineering laboratory, situated at the esteemed University of Maiduguri, Nigeria. This study focuses on the development and characterization of a composite material derived from neem leaves (NL) and Moringa seed husk (MSH) to adsorb methylene blue (MB) dye effluent. The synthesis process involved pyrolyzing MSH and NL at 400°C to produce MSH and NL …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 12–22 Read article
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Enhancement of Dielectric Properties of PVDF Composites with MWCNT and GCNF Fillers
Abstract: The paper discusses the role of multiwalled carbon nanotube (MWCNT) and graphitized carbon nanofibre (GCNF) in Polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) composites prepared by melt mixing method. Analytical studies were carried out using X-ray diffraction analysis (XRD) and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) for understanding the role of fillers. Formation of β phase crystalline structure with a relative increase in β phase content is observed and is maximum at 5 wt.% of …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 43–52 Read article
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Production and Characterization of Essential oil using the Solvent Extraction Method from Brassica nigra seeds
Abstract: The purpose of this study is the Production, Optimization and Characterization of oil from Brassica nigra seeds using the Solvent Extraction Method. The result shows no difference from the seed oil extract from the mustard plants which grows in other parts of the world. This is to create awareness to utilize the Brassica nigra seed locally grown, as a potential source of edible oil for health benefit, such as additives …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 5–20 Read article
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Adsorption, Process Technology with Catalysis
Abstract: Surface of solids assumes a significant part in numerous physical and synthetic peculiarities. There are two principle purposes behind this exceptional job. First and foremost, the outer layer of a substance interfaces first with its environmental factors. Furthermore, the surface particles are in an alternate state as looked at to the atoms in the inside of the strong. The surface atoms interface all the more promptly with different substances which …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 7–14 Read article
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Impact of Chemical Conditioning on the Mechanical Performance of Pine Fibre-Reinforced Composites
Abstract: The study examines the effects of treatments like alkaline, silane, and acetylation on enhancing the mechanical strength and reducing water absorption in pine fiber-reinforced composites. Natural fibres, while eco-friendly and sustainable, present challenges in fibre-matrix adhesion due to their hydrophilic nature, impacting composite performance. Chemical treatments were employed to modify fibre surface characteristics, enhance interfacial bonding, and thereby improve mechanical properties. Silane-treated composites exhibited the highest tensile and flexural strengths, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 140–150 Read article
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Generative Design of Bioactive Orthopedic Composites for Fracture Repair Using an Integrated Conditional GAN–Transformer Framework: A Multi-Objective Approach
Abstract: Orthopedic composite implants for fracture repair must simultaneously satisfy conflicting mechanical and biological demands: high fracture toughness, sufficient compressive stiffness, and bioactive surface chemistry enabling osteoblast adhesion and mineralization. Existing design approaches rely on trial-and-error experimentation, yielding sub-optimal trade-offs between these objectives. This paper presents an integrated conditional Generative Adversarial Network–Transformer (cGAN-T) framework for fully computational, multi-objective generative design of hydroxyapatite (HA)-reinforced polymer composite microstructures targeting Orthopedic fracture repair. A …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 21–35 Read article
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A Contemplating Review on Pure and Modified Polymeric Membranes for O2/N2 Separation
Abstract: The separation of O2/N2 by using membrane technology from air got the interest of the process industries due to its advantage over the conventional technologies like cryogenic distillation and pressure swing adsorption, in terms of simplicity, size, economic and power consumption. Membrane material selection for the separation of O2/N2 is challenging because most of the materials have low selectivityand others have low permeability. To meet both the selectivity of O2/N2 …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 9–32 Read article
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Strength and Durability Characteristics of Fiber Modified Asphaltic Bitumen
Abstract: Flexible pavements with bituminous surfacing are widely used in India. Exponential increase in traffic, overloading of commercial vehicles and significant variations in daily and seasonal temperatures have shown some limitations of conventional bitumen performance. Earlydevelopments of distress symptoms like cracking, rutting, raveling, undulations, shoving and potholing of bituminous surfacing have been reported for flexible pavements. Toenhance the properties of road, bitumen is modified by the addition of some waste materials. …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 13–17 Read article
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Evaluate and Compare the Effect of Water of Different Hardness Levels on the Surface Irregularity in 3 Different Heat-Polymerized Denture Base Resins
Abstract: This study aimed to evaluate and compare the effect of water with varying hardness levels on the surface irregularity of three different heat-polymerized denture base resins. The hardness of water used in dental applications has been shown to influence the properties of dental materials, including denture base resins. In this study, three commonly used heat-polymerized denture base resins were subjected to immersion in water with different hardness levels. The surface …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 4, 2024 · pp. 130–136 Read article
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ZnO Nanostructure Shape Effects in Photocatalysis of Methylene Blue
Abstract: Nowadays, dyes are used in the food industry, textile industry, paper industry, hair coloring, light-harvesting arrays, photoelectrochemical cells, etc. Most of the dyes are nonbiodegradable, toxic, carcinogenic, and consist of organic compounds. These dye wastages are discharged into water bodies and the environment causing serious hazards to the marine ecosystem as well as the humans extensively. To treat toxic dyes traditional methods such as adsorption, activated carbon, ultrafiltration, and reverse …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 722–727 Read article
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A Comprehensive Survey of Polymer Detection Techniques and Computer-Based Analysis Methods for Advanced Material Characterization
Abstract: Polymers are widely used in aerospace, automotive, biomedical, packaging, electronics, and manufacturing industries because of their lightweight nature, durability, and versatility. Accurate polymer identification and characterization are essential for quality control, recycling, performance assessment, and the development of advanced materials. Characterization helps determine important properties such as chemical composition, molecular structure, thermal stability, mechanical strength, and surface morphology, which influence material performance and application suitability. Traditional polymer detection methods include …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 921–929 Read article
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A review on Advanced Materials for Sustainable Innovation and Innovative Applications in Chemical Engineering
Abstract: High level materials assume a vital part in driving feasible mechanical headways across different enterprises. This comprehensive review paper aims to provide an in-depth analysis of the properties, synthesis methods, and potential applications of advanced materials, focusing particularly on nanomaterials, biomaterials, and smart materials. These materials exhibit unique characteristics that render them indispensable for a wide array of applications, spanning energy storage, environmental remediation, healthcare, and electronics. Nanomaterials, characterized by …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 59–79 Read article
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Service Life Prediction of Concretes Incorporated with Fly Ash and Alccofine with respect to Chloride Ion Penetration
Abstract: Chloride-induced corrosion poses a significant threat to the degradation of reinforced concrete structures, especially in extreme environments such as marine and industrial exposure conditions, where the damage can be particularly severe. This study provides an experimental investigation utilizing three distinct water-binder ratios (0.3, 0.4, and 0.5) applied to three types of concrete mixtures: conventional concrete, concrete blended with 40% fly ash, and concrete blended with 40% fly ash and 2% …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 202–213 Read article
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Theoretical Study of Surface Waves in Hexagonal Boron Nitride (hBN)
Abstract: Hexagonal boron nitride (hBN) is a wide bandgap semiconductor material in which Boron (B) and Nitrogen (N) atoms form hexagonal structure and has number of robust properties of technological importance. Boron nitride nanotubes (BNNTs) are very nice area of research in recent years. Its structure is similar to carbon nanotubes (CNTs) where carbon atoms are arranged in hexagon. hBN is also known as White Graphene. Various methods are employed to …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Physics · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2024 Read article