A heteropolysaccharide from Rhodiola rosea L.: preparation, purification and anti-tumor activities in H22-bearing mice by Yaru Wu, Qing Wang, Huiping Liu, Lulu Niu, Mengyu Li, Qi Jia

“…Furthermore, ion chromatography (IC), Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) and nuclear magnetic resoance (NMR) further indicated that RLP was main composed of →2,4)-α-Rha(1→, →5)-α-L-Araf-(1→, α-D-Glu, →6)-β-D-Galp-(1→, β-D-Man and →4)-α-GalpA-(1→. …”
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Improving the Interfacial Bond Properties of the Carbon Fiber Coated with a Nano-SiO2 Particle in a Cement Paste Matrix by Gwang-Hee Heo, Jong-Gun Park, Ki-Chang Song, Jong-Ho Park, Hyung-Min Jun

“…To verify whether a nano-SiO2 particle was effectively modified on the surface of the carbon fiber, the surface morphology, chemical composition, and chemical structure were characterized and analyzed by several techniques such as the scanning electron microscope (SEM), energy-dispersive spectrometer (EDS), and Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR). Nano-SiO2 particles were entirely covered and uniformly distributed on the surface of the carbon fiber, resulting in the formation of a thin layer of nano-SiO2 particles. …”
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Ultrasonic-assisted adsorption of methylene blue using shrimp shells as a low-cost adsorbent: Evaluation on the adsorption isotherm, kinetics, and thermodynamics by Erni Misran, Wahyu Pratama, Kanzi Insan Kasyidi Napitupulu, Muhammad Dani Supardan, Dewi Agustina Iryani, Viqry Pramananda

“…The results indicated that the preparation method significantly influenced the characteristics of each adsorbent, as validated by Scanning Electron Microscope-Energy Dispersive X-Ray Spectroscopy, Fourier Transform InfraRed, Particle Size Analyzer, and Surface Area Analyzer. …”
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Transcranial photobiomodulation for reducing symptoms of autism spectrum disorder and modulating brain electrophysiology in children aged 2–7: an open label study by Yuli Fradkin, Joaquin A. Anguera, Alexander J. Simon, Luis De Taboada, Eugenia Steingold

“…We delivered non-invasively to all participants pulses of near-infrared light (wavelength 850 nm, pulse 40 Hz) to cortical nodes of Default Mode Network, Broca and Wernicke areas, and occipital lobe of the brain, twice weekly for 10 weeks. …”
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Synthesis and characteristics of Fe/Ni/Cr oxide nanoparticles/PLA hybrid composite coatings on Mg–Zn–Ca alloy by Prakash Kumar, Aditya Kudva S, AnilKumar T, Ramesh S, M.R. Ramesh, Ashwini Prabhu, Gajanan Anne

“…These composite coatings were evaluated for their morphological and optical characteristics using a scanning electron microscope (SEM), 3-D non-contact profilometer, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), and X-ray diffraction (XRD). …”
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Application of green silver nano-particles as anti-bacterial and photo-catalytic degradation of azo dye in wastewater by Zainab Haider Ali, Lubna Abdulazeem, Wurood Alwan Kadhim¹, Mazin H. Kzar³, Osamah J. Al-sareji

“…The synthesized AgNPs were subsequently subjected to characterization utilizing several analytical methods, namely UV-visible spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), X-ray diffraction, and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR analysis). Subsequently, the disc diffusion method assessed their anti-bacterial efficacy against multi-drug resistant (MDR) bacteria and their ability to degrade Azo dye (Methyl Red) in wastewater. …”
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Goat’s Milk Powder Enriched with Red (<i>Lycium barbarum</i> L.) and Black (<i>Lycium ruthenicum</i> Murray) Goji Berry Extracts: Chemical Characterization, Antioxidant Properties,... by Danijel D. Milinčić, Aleksandar Ž. Kostić, Steva Lević, Uroš M. Gašić, Dragana D. Božić, Relja Suručić, Tijana D. Ilić, Viktor A. Nedović, Bojana B. Vidović, Mirjana B. Pešić

“…Proximate analysis, ultra-high performance liquid chromatography with quadrupole time-of-flight mass spectrometry (UPLC-Q-TOF-MS), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy using attenuated total reflection (FTIR-ATR), and electrophoretic analysis were assessed. …”
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An ATP-activated spatiotemporally controlled hydrogel prodrug system for treating multidrug-resistant bacteria-infected pressure ulcers by Xiaoliang Qi, Yajing Xiang, Ying Li, Jiajia Wang, Yuxi Chen, Yulong Lan, Jinsong Liu, Jianliang Shen

“…Exposure to 808 nm near-infrared light enhances the catalytic reaction speed, boosting ROS levels for stronger antibacterial action. …”
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Combined real-time fMRI and real time fNIRS brain computer interface (BCI): Training of volitional wrist extension after stroke, a case series pilot study. by Avi K Matarasso, Jake D Rieke, Keith White, M Minhal Yusufali, Janis J Daly

“…<h4>Objective</h4>Pilot testing of real time functional magnetic resonance imaging (rt-fMRI) and real time functional near infrared spectroscopy (rt-fNIRS) as brain computer interface (BCI) neural feedback systems combined with motor learning for motor recovery in chronic severely impaired stroke survivors.…”
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Computational and experimental exploration of morpholine pendent 2-hydrazineyl thiazole: Insights from DFT, ADME profiling, antifungal efficacy and molecular docking analyses by Vishnu A. Adole, I.Antony Danish, J.Jebasingh Kores, J.Winfred Jebaraj, S. Janani, Suresh K. Ghotekar, Rakesh D. Amrutkar

“…The functional groups in titled compound were identified using infrared spectroscopy (IR). Chemical shifts were precisely assigned using Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) analysis. …”
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The Impact of Lockdown on Air Quality in Pakistan during the COVID-19 Pandemic Inferred from the Multi-sensor Remote Sensed Data by Rehana Khan, Kanike Raghavendra Kumar, Tianliang Zhao

“…We focused on assessing the significant changes of pollutant concentrations during March–May for the years 2019 and 2020 utilizing the satellite datasets observed from the Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer (MODIS), Ozone Monitoring Instrument (OMI), Atmospheric Infrared Sounder (AIRS), and Modern-Era Retrospective analysis for Research and Applications (MERRA-2) reanalysis data. …”
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Halloysite nanotubes as delivery mechanism for feather protein-based multi-surfactant systems in crude oil dispersion application by Yaw Kwakye Adofo, Emmanuel Nyankson, Benjamin Agyei-Tuffour, Selassie Gbogbo, Christian Amoako, Joseph Arko Morgan, Gloria Pokuaa Manu, Grace Karikari Arkorful

“…Chicken feather protein (CFP), and lecithin (L), Tween 80 (T), and DOSS (D) surfactant systems were loaded onto halloysite nanotubes (HNTs), a natural clay aluminosilicate product to form particulate dispersants at different surfactant concentrations and characterized by Fourier Transform Infrared spectroscopy, thermogravimetric analysis and scanning electron microscopy coupled with EDS. …”
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Layered metal carbo–selenide Nb2CSe2 with van der Waals interlayer coupling by Junchao Wang, Renfei Cheng, Tao Hu, Xinyue Tang, Yan Liang, Min Tian, Ting Xiong, Qiuhong Lu, Qi Zhu, Zhiqing Yang, Xiaohui Wang, Yanchun Zhou

“…Moreover, vibrational properties are reported, which may offer an optical identification standard for new ternary vdW solids in spectroscopic studies, including Raman scattering and infrared absorption.…”
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Alginate-Based Hydrogels with Amniotic Membrane Stem Cells for Wound Dressing Application by Fitriani N, Wilar G, Narsa AC, Elamin KM, Wathoni N

“…The hydrogel was successfully formulated, as confirmed by characterization techniques including Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), Cytotoxicity Studies, TGF-β 1 Level Measurement by ELISA, and Cell Scratch Wound Assay.Results: Cryo-EM characterization of the Alg-H preparation successfully demonstrated the encapsulation of MSCs. …”
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Biosynthesis, characterization of Ag2O nanoparticles for enhancement of antioxidant and photo degradation activities by Tola Jabessa Masho, Meseret Melaku Ayane, Geremew Nigatu Endale, Shemelis Hailu Adula, Yadeta Dugasa Negasa, Bedasa Wagari Likasa, Tahir Safayo Mudda, Gemechisa Kebede Negari, Hika Chernet Amante, Sena Megersa Jida

“…Metal oxide nanoparticles characterized using UV–visible, TGA, Fourier transform infrared(FTIR),powder X-ray diffraction(XRD), X-ray photoelectron(XPS), and Scanning Electron Microscopy(SEM) with Energy Dispersive X-Ray(EDX) and Transmission Electron Microscopy(TEM), High Resolution Transmission Electron Microscope(HRTEM), and Selected Area Electron (SAED) which is used for determination of crystalline size, morphology,particle size and oxidation state with composition of elements in the sample. …”
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Spectroscopic Confirmation of a Massive Protocluster with Two Substructures at z ≃ 3.1 by Michael J. Nicandro Rosenthal, Amy J. Barger, Lennox L. Cowie, Logan H. Jones, Stephen J. McKay, Anthony J. Taylor

“…We find that both of these have galaxy overdensities of near-infrared-detected galaxies of δ _gal,obs = 6−9 within corrected volumes of (6−7) × 10 ^3 cMpc ^3 . …”
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Physicochemical and Sensory Evaluation of Gummy Candies Fortified with Microcapsules of Guinea Pig (<i>Cavia porcellus</i>) Blood Erythrocytes and Tumbo (<i>Passiflora tarminiana</... by Carlos A. Ligarda-Samanez, Eliana Villano-Limache, Williams Pichihua-Oscco, David Choque-Quispe, Reynaldo Sucari-León, Dante Fermín Calderón Huamaní, Germán De la Cruz, Rober Luciano-Alipio, Wilber Cesar Calsina Ponce, Yolanda Aroquipa-Durán, María José Victoria Campos-Huamaní

“…Physicochemical analysis (proximate analysis, iron content, color, pH, soluble solids, and particle size) and functional group analysis by Fourier transform infrared spectrophotometry were performed on three formulations of gummy candy with added encapsulated erythrocytes from guinea pig blood (EEGPB): F1 (4% EEGPB), F2 (5% EEGPB), and F3 (6% EEGPB). …”
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Adsorption of Chromium(VI) onto Freshwater Snail Shell-Derived Biosorbent from Aqueous Solutions: Equilibrium, Kinetics, and Thermodynamics by Xuan Hoa Vu, Lan Huong Nguyen, Huu Tap Van, Dinh Vinh Nguyen, Thu Huong Nguyen, Quang Trung Nguyen, L. T. Ha

“…The FSS biosorbent was characterized using nitrogen adsorption/desorption isotherm, X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy with energy dispersive spectroscopy, and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy. The adsorption mechanism was determined by conducting various batch adsorption experiments along with fitting experimental data with various adsorption models. …”
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Characterization of Calcium Compounds in Opuntia ficus indica as a Source of Calcium for Human Diet by Isela Rojas-Molina, Elsa Gutiérrez-Cortez, Moustapha Bah, Alejandra Rojas-Molina, César Ibarra-Alvarado, Eric Rivera-Muñoz, Alicia del Real, Ma. de los Angeles Aguilera-Barreiro

“…The characterization of calcium compounds was performed by using Scanning Electron Microscopy, Energy Dispersive Spectrometry, X-ray diffraction, and infrared spectroscopy. Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy and titrimetric methods were used for quantification of total calcium and calcium compounds. …”
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Removal of ceftriaxone and ciprofloxacin antibiotics from aqueous solutions using graphene oxide derived from corn cob by . Rinawati, A. Rahmawati, D.R. Muthia, M.D. Imelda, F.H. Latief, S. Mohamad, A.A. Kiswandono

“…Graphene oxide was characterized using Fourier transform infrared, scanning electron microscope-energy dispersive x-ray, and x-ray diffraction instruments. …”
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