Bone mineral platelets are mesocrystals formed by monoclinic nanocrystals by Viktória K. Kis, Henry P. Schwarcz, Nadine Nassif, Zoltán Szekanecz

“…Here, we present high resolution transmission electron microscope images of bone mineral platelets, which allow us to clarify both the crystal structure and morphology of bone mineral. …”
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Preparation of antimicrobial polymeric composites using defective silk cocoons and moringa seed oil as additives for polyvinyl chloride by Nagwa A. kamel, Nehad N. Rozik, Salwa L. Abd El-Messieh

“…The new composites are characterized through Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM), Fourier Transmission Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), contact angle measurements, Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), dielectric, mechanical, and antimicrobial properties. …”
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Micro-structural evolution of rubber/clay nanocomposites with vulcanization process

“…The micro-structural evolution of these two kinds of rubber/clay nanocomposites (RCNs) with vulcanization process was investigated using wide-angle X-ray diffraction (WAXD) and transmission electron microscope (TEM). The WAXD results revealed that the intercalated structure of organically modified clay (OMC) changed throughout the whole curing process. …”
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Seed micromorphology of Sedum (s.l.) from Zhejiang and its taxonomic implications by JIN Xiao-feng, QIAN Li, LU Yan-hua, ZHANG Hong-wei, WANG Hui-zhong

“….), which were collected from Zhejiang Province of China, were observed under scanning electron microscope (SEM). The systematic significance of seed micromorphology was studied. …”
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Morphological, Molecular and Pollen Grain Investigations of Salix Species in Egypt by Walaa azmey Hassan, Rahma Alshamrani, Wafaa Amer, Emad Alsherif

“…We collected them during field trips to most Egyptian habitats; fresh and herbarium specimens were subjected to taxonomic revision based on morphological characters; scanning electron microscope (SEM) for pollen grains; isozyme analysis using esterase and peroxidase enzymes and genetic diversity using random amplified polymorphic DNA (RAPD). …”
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Efficient hydrogen evolution via neutral water electrolysis using nanocrystalline TiO2 electrocatalyst by Prashant D. Sanadi, Rajvardhan K. Chougale, Dhanaji B. Malavekar, Jin Hyeok Kim, Srinivaas Masimukku, Guo-Ping Chang-Chien, Yong-Chein Ling, Sanjay S. Kolekar, Ganesh S. Kamble

“…The as-synthesized anatase phase of TiO2 electrocatalyst have been characterized by X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscope, transmission electron microscopy, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy, and ultraviolet visible spectroscopy. …”
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Heterodera koreana, a new record of cyst-forming nematodes in Zhejiang Province, China by ZHU Hongxue, TIAN Zhongling, CAI Ruihang, LI Xiaolin, ZHENG Jingwu

“…Morphological characteristics and morphometrics of cysts and second-stage juveniles (J2s) were observed and measured using light microscope and scanning electron microscope. Cysts were characterized by appearing light to dark brown in coloration, globose to subspherical shape of body contour, distinct neck and cone, lacking underbridge, bullae and fenestrae, body length ranging from 575.0 to 1 230.0 μm, body width ranging from 397.0 to 872.0 μm, and vulva slit length ranging from 36.7 to 50.9 μm.J2 was characterized by hemispherical labial region, nearly continuous with round body contour and stylet knobs, three incisures in lateral field, tail tapering and tail hyaline region accounting for 55%-75%, body length ranging from 426.3 to 608.0 μm；body width ranging from 15.9 to 29.3 μm；stylet length ranging from 17.7 to 21.9 μm；dorsal gland orifice ranging from 4.3 to 6.2 μm；tail length ranging from 68.7 to 84.5 μm. …”
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Multi-photon, label-free photoacoustic and optical imaging of NADH in brain cells by Tatsuya Osaki, W. David Lee, Xiang Zhang, Rebecca E. Zubajlo, Mercedes Balcells-Camps, Elazer R. Edelman, Brian W. Anthony, Mriganka Sur, Peter T. C. So

“…Abstract Label-free detection of biological events at single-cell resolution in the brain can non-invasively capture brain status for medical diagnosis and basic neuroscience research. …”
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Superparamagnetic Iron Oxide-Labeled Leishmania major Can Be Traced in Fibroblasts by Narjes Yektaeian, Shahrokh Zare, Amir Hosein Radfar, Gholamreza Hatam

“…Fibroblast characterization was undertaken by real time polymerase chain reaction. Transmission electron microscope (TEM) was used for confirming the entry of the labeled L. major to the cytoplasm and the nucleus of the fibroblast. …”
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Measurements of Tool Wear Parameters Using Machine Vision System by Avinash A. Thakre, Aniruddha V. Lad, Kiran Mala

“…Scanning electron micrographs of the wear zone indicate the severe abrasion marks and damage to the cutting edge for higher machining time. …”
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VSAS: A smart small-angle scattering data processing tool by Shuxin Shi, Shengyi Zhong, Lu Jin, Yifei Tang, Hao Lin

“…Two examples of small-angle X-ray/neutron scattering data analysis using VSAS are presented, and the fitting results are compared to the transmission electron microscope (TEM) observation.…”
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Application of Medium-Temperature Phosphating Technology in Plastic Processing of Steel Pipe by CHU Xu, PENG Yang, HE Yuan, ZHOU Xian-min, WU Fu-sheng, ZHOU Yu

“…In order to expand the application of medium-temperature phosphating technology in the plastic processing of steel pipe, the corrosion resistance of the steel pipe after medium-temperature phosphating was analyzed by scanning electron microscope (SEM), X-Ray diffraction (XRD), damp heat test chamber, copper sulfate drop test method and film stripping method. …”
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Effect of Electrolyte Composition on Structural and Photoelectrochemical Properties of Titanium Dioxide Nanotube Arrays Synthesized by Anodization Technique by Tabarak Jafar Awaid, Asmaa Kadim Ayal, Ahlam Mohammed Farhan, Muna Sarhan Sando, Lim Ying Chin

“…The properties of physicochemical of TNTAs were distinguished via an X-ray Diffractometer (XRD), Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscope (FESEM), an Energy Dispersive X-ray (EDX), and UV–visible diffuse reflectance. …”
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Bio-based composites of sago starch and natural rubber reinforced with nanoclays by Jareerat Ruamcharoen, Ruszana Munlee, Lapporn Vayachuta, Polphat Ruamcharoen

“…The constituent interaction and morphology of the SS80NR20 biocomposites were also presented by using X-ray diffraction (XRD) technique and scanning electron microscope (SEM). The findings demonstrated that the inclusion of clays significantly improved both the water resistance and tensile properties when compared to the SS80NR20 blend. …”
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Effects of Different Y₂O₃ Contents on the Microstructure of Ni-Based WC Ceramic Composite Coating by Laser Cladding by JIN Lijun, LIU Zhenzhen

“…To study the effect of different rare earth Y2O3 contents on the microstructure of laser-cladded Ni-based WC ceramic composite coatings， the Ni-based WC ceramic composite coatings were melted on the surface of 9SiCr using 900W YAG solid laser.The effects of Y2O3 on the structure of the composite coatings were systematically investigated by means of scanning electron microscope (SEM) and X-ray diffraction(XRD).Results showed that the addition of Y2O3 could cause alterations in the relative phase composition ratios within the coating，and Y elements were mainly concentrated at the grain boundary edges.Adding a suitable amount of Y2O3 effectively reduced the coating defects during the cladding process， improved coating densification， promoted more homogeneous microstructural distribution， and significantly refined grain size.When the amount of Y2O3 was 1.5%， the microstructure uniformity of the as-prepared coating was the highest.…”
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Spray-pyrolysed tin doped zinc oxide thin films-analysis based on microstructural, optical and morphological characterizations by V.K. Devanarayanan, S. Deepa, J. Jassi, Arshad Salim

“…The Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscope (FESEM) is used to investigate the morphological aspects. …”
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The Dielectric Properties of Epoxy Insulating Impregnating Varnish Modified by Nano-Silica by HUA Cong-cong, CHEN Hao, YANG Rui-xiao, FAN Yong, GUO Jia

“…The epoxy insulating impregnating varnish modified by nano-Silica was prepared with different doping amount and transformed to epoxy resin composite by heating. Transmission electron microscope were used to investigate the dispersion. …”
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Extraction and Characterization of Pharmaceutical Grade Microcrystalline Cellulose From Bambara Nut (Voandzeia Subterranean (L) Thousars) Husk by E. Agboeze, N. P. Ani, E. O. Omeje

“…The prepared BNS-MCC powder was examined using a Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM), Fourier Transform Infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), and X-ray Diffractometer (XRD). …”
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Evaluation of KH560 on properties and environmental effects of electrolytic manganese slag-based cementitious materials by Ying Zhou, Yue Wang, Daikuan Huang, Yang Cao, Dabin Zhang

“…Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) and scanning electron microscope (SEM) analyses showed that the epoxy groups in KH560 reacted with the –OH groups of sodium polyacrylate to form a C–O–C structure, which enhanced the densification of the cementitious network. …”
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Design of ethylene-methyl acrylate copolymer/chloroprene rubber thermoplastic vulcanizates as heat-triggered triple-shape memory polymers by Dazhi Zhu, Junhao Wang, Yongheng Sun, Jianqiang Chu, Zhaobo Wang

“…The field-emission scanning electron microscope images showed that EMA/CR TPV surface was a sea-island structure with the CR particle size ranging from 3 to 6 μm. …”
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