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Synthesis of magnetic spinal ferrite CrFe2O4 nanoparticles and uses them to remove lead and cadmium ions from aqueous solutions

Synthesis of magnetic spinal ferrite CrFe2O4 nanoparticles and uses them to remove lead and cadmium ions from aqueous solutions

This study deals with the preparation of a magnetic ferrite CrFe2O4 by the sol–gel auto-combustion method, using the lemon juice extract as a fuel for the reaction and preventing the precipitation of the components. The prepared nanocomposite was diagn…

Electrochemical in-situ probing of heterocatalytic green reduction of 4-nitroaniline by novel non-noble CuO/Co3O4 nanocomposites

Electrochemical in-situ probing of heterocatalytic green reduction of 4-nitroaniline by novel non-noble CuO/Co3O4 nanocomposites

Nobel metals are commonly used catalysts in reactions due to their excellent catalytic activities. Transition metals, too, possess good catalytic activity due to the availability of vacant d-orbitals that provide avenues for electron exchange during re…

Oxygen-functionalization of unique hierarchical carbon nanosheet fishtail-like for synergistically enhanced capacitive performance supercapacitor

Oxygen-functionalization of unique hierarchical carbon nanosheet fishtail-like for synergistically enhanced capacitive performance supercapacitor

The optimization of high-performance supercapacitors with enhanced electrochemical properties using biomass-based activated carbon is a challenging task. To overcome this, a novel strategy was used to create functional nanocarbon with a hierarchical-na…

Explore the effect of magnesium oxide nanoparticles decorated graphene oxide hybrid nanofillers reinforced polyaniline ternary nanocomposites on optical, thermal, and dielectric properties

Explore the effect of magnesium oxide nanoparticles decorated graphene oxide hybrid nanofillers reinforced polyaniline ternary nanocomposites on optical, thermal, and dielectric properties

The Neem (Azadirachta indica) leaves utilized for the synthesis of magnesium oxide nanoparticles (MgONPs) are readily available and pose little risk of harm. The MgONPs@GO hybrid nanofillers are synthesized through in situ method and is reinforced with…

Optimization through response surface modelling, experimental validation on development of nanocellulose for pharmaceutical applications

Optimization through response surface modelling, experimental validation on development of nanocellulose for pharmaceutical applications

Nanocellulose, a promising polymer derived from lignocellulosic sources, is utilized in various applications such as paper production, water purification, wound dressing, scaffolds, biosensors, super-disintegrants, cosmetics, and drug delivery systems….

Investigating the impact of curcumin extract incorporation on PVA/Collagen/Chitosan/HAp nanofiber scaffold: morphological, mechanical, wettability, degradation rate, and antibacterial activity

Investigating the impact of curcumin extract incorporation on PVA/Collagen/Chitosan/HAp nanofiber scaffold: morphological, mechanical, wettability, degradation rate, and antibacterial activity

This study investigates the impact of curcumin extract incorporation on the properties of PVA/Collagen/Chitosan/HAp nanofiber scaffolds for bone tissue engineering applications. Nanofibers were fabricated via electrospinning using PVA, collagen, chitos…

Investigating the impact of curcumin extract incorporation on PVA/Collagen/Chitosan/HAp nanofiber scaffold: morphological, mechanical, wettability, degradation rate, and antibacterial activity

Investigating the impact of curcumin extract incorporation on PVA/Collagen/Chitosan/HAp nanofiber scaffold: morphological, mechanical, wettability, degradation rate, and antibacterial activity

This study investigates the impact of curcumin extract incorporation on the properties of PVA/Collagen/Chitosan/HAp nanofiber scaffolds for bone tissue engineering applications. Nanofibers were fabricated via electrospinning using PVA, collagen, chitos…

Green synthesis of carbon dots nanoparticles from edible swiftlet nest and evaluation of their antioxidant activity

Green synthesis of carbon dots nanoparticles from edible swiftlet nest and evaluation of their antioxidant activity

Edible swiftlet nest (ESN) confers various health benefits to humans, including immune system enhancement, anti-inflammatory properties, bone strengthening, and antioxidative effect. ESN is notably rich in protein and minerals, with its proteins servin…

Effect of Al doping on the structural, optical and photocatalytic properties of sol-gel spin-coated NiO thin films

Effect of Al doping on the structural, optical and photocatalytic properties of sol-gel spin-coated NiO thin films

Nanostructured NiO thin films are renowned for their catalytic activity and potential for degradation of industrial effluents. In this study, Al-doped NiO (Ni1-xAlxO with x = 0, 0.02, 0.04, 0.06, and 0.08) thin films were synthesized by sol–gel spin co…