Low Temperature Atomic Layer Deposition of (00l)-Oriented Elemental Bismuth.

This study presents the first successful demonstration of growing elemental bismuth (Bi) thin films via thermal atomic layer deposition (ALD) using Bi(NMe2)3 as the precursor and Sb(SiMe3)3 as the co-reactant. The films were deposited at a relatively low temperature of 100 °C, with a growth per cycle (GPC) of 0.31-0.

Research on transition metals for the multicomponent synthesis of benzo-fused γ-lactams.

Benzo-fused γ-lactams are fundamental in medicinal chemistry, acting as essential elements for various therapeutic agents due to their structural adaptability and capability to enhance biological activity. In their synthesis, transition metals play a pivotal role as catalysts, offering more efficient alternatives to traditional methods by facilitating C-N bond formation through mechanisms like intramolecular coupling. Recent advances have especially spotlighted transition-metal-catalyzed C-H amination reactions for directly converting C(sp)-H to C(sp)-N bonds, streamlining the creation of these compounds.

Effects of Substituting Soybean Meal With Winged Bean on Growth, Physiological Function and Flesh Quality of Indian Butter Catfish ().

Soybean meal (SBM) remains a primary protein source in aquafeeds. This study investigated the potential of winged bean () meal as a SBM replacement in diets for butter catfish () juveniles (mean weight: 1.24 ± 0.

A comprehensive review of sustainable hydrogels from lignin for advanced wastewater solutions.

Throughout the recent years, water bodies have been significantly contaminated via various industrial and pollution wastes posing threats to the living. To tackle the situation, Lignin-Based Hydrogels have appeared as a material with great potential for wastewater treatment. Biomass-derived polymers for wastewater treatment present a sustainable replacement to plastics based on petroleum owing to its biocompatibility, affordability, eco-friendliness and biodegradability.

Third molar assessment for legal age determination in Indonesian juveniles using Demirjian method.

Third molar radiographic assessment can help determine the probability of an individual reaching the legal age of majority, typically 18 years old. This study aims to assess this probability using third molar development through the Demirjian staging system. The sample consisted of 429 panoramic radiographs (210 females, 219 males) from individuals aged 15-23.