Antibacterial Potential of Honeybee Venom and <i>Monascus purpureus</i> Extracellular Metabolites Against Multidrug-Resistant Pathogenic Bacteria by Islam I. Teiba, Yasser S. A. Mazrou, Abeer H. Makhlouf, Yasser Nehela, Abdallah E. Mohamed, Ahmed M. Abbas, Islam Mamdouh, Emad H. El-Bilawy

“…Differences in the inhibition zones suggest the variations in antimicrobial activity between the two extracts and their strain-specific effectiveness. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) revealed that BV and RD extracts disrupted the bacterial plasma membrane, suggesting that the bioactive compounds penetrate the bacterial cell wall and alter its integrity. …”
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Synthesis of Fe3O4@MIL-101-OH/Chitosan for adsorption and release of doxorubicin by Iman Najafipour, Nafiseh Emami, Pegah Sadeh, Adonis Amoli, Sareh Mosleh-Shirazi, Ali Mohammad Amani, Hesam Kamyab, Shreeshivadasan Chelliapan, Seyed Reza Kasaee, Ehsan Vafa

“…The nanocomposite was characterized using scanning electron microscopy (SEM), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), Brunauer-Emmett-Teller (BET), X-ray diffraction (XRD), and vibrating sample magnetometry (VSM). …”
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Influence of the Sodium Titanate Crystal Size of Biomimetic Dental Implants on Osteoblastic Behavior: An In Vitro Study by Saray Fernández-Hernández, Javier Gil, Daniel Robles-Cantero, Esteban Pérez-Pevida, Mariano Herrero-Climent, Aritza Brizuela-Velasco

“…Using high-resolution electron microscopy, the microstructures were observed, and the different crystal sizes were determined and compared with control samples (those without biomimetic treatment). …”
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Impedance spectroscopy and electrical conductivity of 0.7BiNdxFeO3–0.3BaTiO3 ferroelectric ceramics by Hui Tang, Xiao-Cao Peng, Jiu-Ming Ma, Zhi-Peng Yang, Xiang Niu, Jun-Xia Wen, Xin-Gui Tang, Sheng-Guo Lu

“…The X-ray diffraction (XRD) patterns revealed that the primary phase in these ceramics was pseudocubic. The Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) micrographs exhibited dense microstructures throughout all BNFO–BTO ceramics. …”
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Larvicidal activity of Bacillus thuringiensis strains against Aedes aegypti and Culex quinquefasciatus mosquitoes by Prakai Rajchanuwong, Sawaporn Peaboon, Ratchadawan Ngoen-Klan, Atsalek Rattanawannee, Atirat Noosidum, Boonhiang Promdonkoy, Jariya Chanpaisaeng, Theeraphap Chareonviriyaphap

“…A comparison of LC50 values revealed that JC691 exhibited higher efficacy against Cx. quinquefasciatus than that by Bti (Bti LC50: 8.89 × 10⁴ CFU/ml) but lower efficacy against Ae. aegypti (Bti LC50: 1.99 × 10³ CFU/ml). Scanning electron microscopy revealed that JC690, JC691, and JC699 are rod-shaped, have oval spores, and produce bi-pyramidal crystal proteins. …”
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Solvent-Free Synthesis of Co-Based Zeolitic Imidazolate Framework (ZIF-9) for the Removal of Congo Red from Water by Khoa Dang Tran, Hoan Tuan Phan, Chi Thi Kim Nguyen, Bao Chi Nguyen, Ha Vu Le, Khoa Dang Nguyen

“…The structural, morphological and textural properties of the obtained material were confirmed by X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and nitrogen sorption at 77 K. …”
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Towards a better understanding of biofoams: Multi-technique characterization of various tannin-furanic foams to assist in material selection for product design by Thomas Sepperer, Giulia Saccomano, Diana E. Bedolla, Raphael J.F. Berger, Primoz Šket, Elena Longo, Gregor A. Zickler, Saeed Borhani, Diego Dreossi, Lisa Vaccari, Maurizio E. Musso, Francesco D’Amico

“…The morphological characterization was done by Scanning Electron Microscopy and X-ray micro-Tomography. Macroscopic characterization was done by strain–stress, thermal conductivity, and thermal gravimetric analysis. …”
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Probiotic potential and safety properties of Limosilactobacillus fermentum A51 with high exopolysaccharide production by Guangqiang Wei, Daodian Wang, Daodian Wang, Teng Wang, Gao Wang, Yunmei Chai, Yufang Li, Minhui Mei, Hao Wang, Aixiang Huang

“…In this study, whole genome sequencing analysis and corresponding in vitro assays were performed to investigate the probiotic potential and safety properties of L. fermentum A51.ResultsScanning electron microscopy (SEM) observed that L. fermentum strain A51 adhered into clusters and its colony exhibited the obvious silk drawing phenomenon. …”
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Serum-derived small extracellular vesicles as biomarkers for predicting pregnancy and delivery on assisted reproductive technology in patients with endometriosis by Ayako Muraoka, Akira Yokoi, Akira Yokoi, Akira Yokoi, Kosuke Yoshida, Kosuke Yoshida, Masami Kitagawa, Bayasula, Mayuko Murakami, Natsuki Miyake, Reina Sonehara, Tomoko Nakamura, Satoko Osuka, Hiroaki Kajiyama

“…EVs were successfully isolated from serum samples and characterized using nanoparticle tracking assays, electron microscopy, and western blotting of EV’s markers. …”
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Frictional heat-assisted performance enhancement in dynamic Schottky contact of Al/Ag2Se-based tribovoltaic nanogenerator by Supakarn Worathat, Utchawadee Pharino, Phakkhananan Pakawanit, Arunothai Rattanachata, Rangson Muanghlua, Sugato Hajra, Hoe Joon Kim, Saichon Sriphan, Naratip Vittayakorn

“…The chemical composition and physical characteristics of the Ag2Se ceramic were analyzed using X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, and Synchrotron X-ray tomography techniques. …”
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Hypoxic BMSC-derived exosomal miR-210-3p promotes progression of triple-negative breast cancer cells via NFIX-Wnt/β-catenin signaling axis by Meng Wang, Yi Zheng, Qian Hao, Guochao Mao, Zhijun Dai, Zhen Zhai, Shuai Lin, Baobao Liang, Huafeng Kang, Xiaobin Ma

“…Methods Exosomes were isolated via ultracentrifugation and identified using scanning electron microscopy (SEM), nanoparticle tracking analysis (NTA) and western blot. …”
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Artificial weathering aging of PPT coatings made from recycled PET to protect concrete: Nanomechanical properties evaluation by Adrián Bórquez-Mendivil, Jorge Luis Almaral-Sánchez, Jesus Eduardo Leal-Perez, César Modesto-Acosta, Joaquin Flores-Valenzuela, Orlando Auciello, Blanca Alicia García-Grajeda, José Miguel Mendivil-Escalante, Sergio G. Flores-Gallardo, Roberto P. Talamantes-Soto, Abel Hurtado-Macías

“…The morphology and microstructure were analyzed by scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and atomic force microscopy (AFM); with these techniques, it was possible to identify the deterioration of the coating (porosity and origin of cracks) and the increase in roughness (6 ± 1 nm to 746 ± 5 nm), respectively. …”
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Modification of metal-cutting plates from tungsten-free hard alloy grade KNT16 by continuous ion beams by A. M. Badamshin, S. N. Povoroznuyk, V. V. Akimov, E. A. Rogachev, A. A. Krutko

“…Using the methods of scanning electron microscopy and scanning probe microscopy, a study of the microrelief and morphology of the surface of the samples is carried out.…”
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Impaired ARID1A expression attenuated the immune response in gastric cancer via histone acetylation by Yu Tang, Ruizhi Zhang, Gan Mao, Chong Li, Yisong Gao, Xuebing Zhou, Wenxiang Nie, Tianyu Song, Suao Liu, Kaixiong Tao, Peng Zhang, Wei Li

“…Chromatin DNA accessibility was determined through MNase digestions, transmission electron microscopy, and ChIP-seq. The impact of ARID1A expression and epigenetic inhibitors on tumor immunity in mice was assessed using flow cytometry. …”
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One-pot synthesis and characterization of a BSA-Cu2S/CuS quantum dots drug delivery system based on biuret’s reaction by Porfirio Estrada-Rojas, Juan Francisco Hernández-Paz, Claudia Alejandra Rodríguez-González, Mónica Elvira Mendoza-Duarte, Santos Adriana Martel-Estrada, Laura Elizabeth Valencia-Gómez, Héctor Camacho-Montes, Imelda Olivas-Armendáriz

“…Additional tests, including fluorescence and UV–vis spectroscopy, validated the optical properties of the quantum dots. Transmission electron microscopy (TEM) confirmed crystalline structure of the CuS and Cu _2 S quantum dots, with particle size measurements aligning with expectations. …”
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3D-Printed PCL-Based Scaffolds with High Nanosized Synthetic Smectic Clay Content: Fabrication, Mechanical Properties, and Biological Evaluation for Bone Tissue Engineering by Furtado ASA, Cunha MHS, Sousa LMR, Brito GC, Verde TFCL, Filgueiras LA, Sobral-Silva LA, Santana MV, Sousa GF, Santos FEP, Mendes AN, Figueredo-Silva J, Maia Filho ALM, Marciano FR, Vasconcellos LMR, Lobo AO

“…Comprehensive characterization included scanning electron microscopy (SEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), mechanical testing, swelling analysis, and degradation studies. …”
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Hollow Salt Prepared Through Spray Drying with Alginate Enhances Salinity Perception to Reduce Sodium Intake by Qian Jiang, Jiayi Yan, Chen Song, Yunning Yang, Guangyuan Chen, Fanhua Kong, Jingfeng Yang, Shuang Song

“…Then, a solid salt was prepared through spray drying with 4.83% of this alginate, and its structure was characterised by X-Ray diffraction, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy and energy dispersive spectroscopy to confirm its hollow structure with a particle size of 6.25 ± 2.26 μm as well as its crystal structure similar to original NaCl. …”
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Four cardiomyopathy patients with a heterozygous DSG2 p.Arg119Ter variant by Takuya Sumida, Shou Ogawa, Shuichiro Higo, Yuki Kuramoto, Ryo Eto, Yoshihiko Ikeda, Congcong Sun, Junjun Li, Li Liu, Tomoka Tabata, Yoshihiro Asano, Mikio Shiba, Yasuhiro Akazawa, Daisuke Nakamura, Takafumi Oka, Tomohito Ohtani, Yasushi Sakata

“…Immunohistochemical analysis of endomyocardial biopsy samples revealed that the expression of not only desmoglein-2 but also desmoplakin was markedly reduced. Transmission electron microscopy revealed pale and fragmented desmosomes and widened gaps between intercalated discs in the myocardium. …”
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Coagulants for water based on activated aluminum alloys by R.G. Sarmurzina, G.I. Boiko, B.K. Kenzhaliyev, U.S. Karabalin, N.P. Lyubchenko, P.V. Kenyaikin, Zh.B. Ilmaliyev

“…In addition, the goal is solving environmental issues associated with improving the drinking water quality and related to environmental pollution with wastewater.METHODS: The microstructures, phase components, and elemental compositions of alloys and reaction products were studied by scanning electron microscopy/energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy. …”
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Overexpression of Parkin promotes the protective effect of mitochondrial autophagy on the lung of rats with exertional heatstroke by Ran Meng, Zhengzhong Sun, Ruxue Chi, Yan Gu, Yuxiang Zhang, Jiaxing Wang

“…The morphology of mitochondria in type Ⅱ epithelial cells of lung tissue was observed using transmission electron microscopy; and the apoptosis of lung tissue, the level of mitophagy, and the co-localization of Pink1 and Parkin were determined using immunofluorescence. …”
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