Magnetic nano-sized solid acid catalyst bearing sulfonic acid groups for biodiesel synthesis and oxidation of sulfides.

In this study, the AlFeO@n-Pr@Et-SOH heterogeneous catalyst was successfully synthesized and utilized to produce biodiesel from oleic acid through an esterification process and to oxidize sulfides. To examine the physicochemical characteristics of the AlFeO@n-Pr@Et-SOH nanomaterial, a variety of advanced techniques were employed, including Fourier Transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), Field emission scanning electron microscopy (FE-SEM), Energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX), Vibrating sample magnetometer (VSM), Elemental Mapping, Transmission electron microscopy (TEM), Inductively coupled plasma (ICP), and X-ray diffraction (XRD). The AlFeO@n-Pr@Et-SOH materials demonstrated excellent performance in both the esterification of oleic acid and the oxidation of sulfides.

Enhancing energy balance in wireless sensor networks through optimized minimum spanning tree.

Wireless sensor networks (WSNs) are important for applications like environmental monitoring and industrial automation. However, the limited energy resources of sensor nodes pose a significant challenge to the network's longevity. Energy imbalances among nodes often result in premature failures and reduced overall network lifespan.

Optimizing video data security: A hybrid MAES-ECC encryption technique for efficient internet transmission.

Data security is becoming important as the amount of video data transmitted over the internet grows rapidly. This research article aims to maximize the security of transmitted video data by proposing a novel hybrid technique for video encryption and decryption. Elliptic Curve Cryptography (ECC) and the Modified Advanced Encryption Standard (MAES) are two encryption techniques that are included in the hybrid approach.

Investigation of CuO/ITO Photoelectrode Fabricated by PVD for Efficient Photoelectrochemical Water Splitting and Hydrogen Evolution.

Hydrogen and renewable fuels were generated using cost-effective and efficient electrocatalysts for water splitting. In this work, a CuO-based photocathode is used for the water splitting to generate hydrogen energy by PVD technique. The XRD analysis reveals the deposition of CuO thin film on ITO substrates, which is monoclinic.

pH-sensitive aminated chitosan/carboxymethyl cellulose/aminated graphene oxide coated composite microbeads for efficient encapsulation and sustained release of 5-fluorouracil.

The application of smart pH-sensitive carriers has become an ideal choice for administering drugs with desired release profiles. Although pH-sensitive microbeads offer distinct benefits for delivering anticancer drugs orally, they encounter drawbacks, including low encapsulation efficiency, weak mechanical stability, biocompatibility concerns, and the risk of abrupt release. This study focuses on developing pH-sensitive coated composite microbeads for effective encapsulation and sustained release of 5-fluorouracil (5-FU).

Crystalline engineering of FAPbI pyrrolidinium ionic liquid for stable perovskite solar cells with 21.72% efficiency.

Improving the crystallinity of formamidinium triiodide (FAPbI) perovskite layer is one of the most effective approaches to increase the photovoltaic performance and stability of FAPbI-based solar cells (FSCs). In the current study, FAPbI layers were fabricated through a sequential deposition method. The morphology and crystalline properties of the FAPbI layers were modified by controlling the lead iodide (PbI) precursor by adding pyrrolidinium (Pyr) material into the PbI layer and modulating the FAPbI crystallization.

In situ decorated pd NPs on Triazin-encapsulated FeO/SiO-NH as magnetic catalyst for the synthesis of diaryl ethers and oxidation of sulfides.

This article is devoted to the synthesis of a new magnetic palladium catalyst that has been immobilized on A-TT-Pd coated-magnetic FeO nanoparticles. Such surface functionalization of magnetic particles is a promising method to bridge the gap between heterogeneous and homogeneous catalysis approaches. The structure, morphology, and physicochemical properties of the particles were characterized through different analytical techniques, including TEM, FT-IR, XRD, SEM, EDS, TGA-DTG, ICP, and VSM techniques.

Exploring the link: Sturge-Weber syndrome and pituitary macroadenomas: A case report and review.

Sturge-Weber syndrome (SWS) is a rare congenital disorder marked by facial port-wine birthmarks, neurological impairments, and ocular anomalies. Our case report describes a 20-year-old man with SWS who presented with right-sided weakness, slurred speech, and oral dyskinesia. Laboratory studies demonstrated elevated prolactin levels, and imaging confirmed a pituitary macroadenoma.

An efficient deepfake video detection using robust deep learning.

The creation and manipulation of synthetic images have evolved rapidly, causing serious concerns about their effects on society. Although there have been various attempts to identify deep fake videos, these approaches are not universal. Identifying these misleading deepfakes is the first step in preventing them from spreading on social media sites.

Unusual case of bullous emphysema with superimposed pneumonia.

Bullous emphysema is a chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) that results from chronic inflammation of the lung parenchyma leading to alveolar destruction. Etiology includes tobacco smoking and alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency. In this article, we present a rare case of bullous emphysema in a nonsmoker with no genetic predisposition or social risk factors presenting with productive cough, fatigue, and shortness of breath.

Gellan gum-based bi-polymeric hydrogel scaffolds loaded with Rosuvastatin calcium: A useful tool for tendon tissue regeneration.

Statins have been long used in tissue engineering, besides their marketed hypolipidemic benefits. The aim of this research was to sustain the release of rosuvastatin calcium from bi-polymeric hydrogel scaffolds. A bi-polymer blend technique was used to enhance the mechanical properties of the fabricated hydrogels.

Polymeric nanocomposite hydrogel scaffold for jawbone regeneration: The role of rosuvastatin calcium-loaded silica nanoparticles.

Bones are subject to different types of damages ranging from simple fatigue to profound defects. In serious cases, the endogenous healing mechanism is not capable of healing the damage or restoring the normal structure and function of the bony tissue. of this research was to achieve a sustained delivery of rosuvastatin and assess its efficacy in healing bone tissue damage.

A framework for brain tumor detection based on segmentation and features fusion using MRI images.

Irregular growth of cells in the skull is recognized as a brain tumor that can have two types such as benign and malignant. There exist various methods which are used by oncologists to assess the existence of brain tumors such as blood tests or visual assessments. Moreover, the noninvasive magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) technique without ionizing radiation has been commonly utilized for diagnosis.

Preparation and Physicochemical Characterization of Gelatin-Aldehyde Derivatives.

The present study aimed at preparing novel free-radical scavenging and water-soluble compounds derived from gelatin. Specifically, gelatin−syringaldehyde, gelatin−anisaldehyde, and gelatin−vanillin were synthesized and thoroughly studied for their physicochemical properties. In particular, the compounds were characterized by UV-Vis spectroscopy, Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy, and scanning electron microscopy.

Curcumin ameliorated low dose-Bisphenol A induced gastric toxicity in adult albino rats.

Bisphenol A (BPA) is one of the most common worldwide chemicals involved in the industry of polycarbonate plastics, medical devices, and pharmaceuticals. Forty three-month-old albino rats were randomly classified into four groups. Group Ӏ received a daily corn oil dose (5 mL/kg/ body weight, BW) through a gastric tube for one month, Group ӀӀ received a daily dose of Curcumin (200 mg/kg body weight (B.

Wound dressing membranes based on immobilized Anisaldehyde onto (chitosan-GA-gelatin) copolymer: In-vitro and in-vivo evaluations.

Herein, wound dressing membranes based on covalently linked Chitosan (Ch) to Gelatin (GE) via Glutaraldehyde (GA) to have (Ch-GA-GE) copolymer have been developed. In addition, Anisaldehyde (An) was immobilized onto Ch-GA-GE to has An-(Ch-GA-GE) membrane. The changes of the Ch-GA-GE membranes wettability, from 26 ± 1.

Conventional and Recent Trends of Scaffolds Fabrication: A Superior Mode for Tissue Engineering.

Tissue regeneration is an auto-healing mechanism, initiating immediately following tissue damage to restore normal tissue structure and function. This falls in line with survival instinct being the most dominant instinct for any living organism. Nevertheless, the process is slow and not feasible in all tissues, which led to the emergence of tissue engineering (TE).

A Novel Hybrid Approach Based on Deep CNN Features to Detect Knee Osteoarthritis.

In the recent era, various diseases have severely affected the lifestyle of individuals, especially adults. Among these, bone diseases, including Knee Osteoarthritis (KOA), have a great impact on quality of life. KOA is a knee joint problem mainly produced due to decreased Articular Cartilage between femur and tibia bones, producing severe joint pain, effusion, joint movement constraints and gait anomalies.

Could Vitamin C Protect Against Mercuric Chloride Induced Lung Toxicity In The Offspring Rat: A Histological And Immunohistochemical Study.

Mercury (Hg) is one of the most toxic heavy metals and widely utilized in various industries. Hg exposure causes serious health impacts through unfavorable pathological and biochemical effects. We aimed to assess the effect of mercuric chloride (HgCl2) prenatal exposure on the lung development and probable prophylactic effect of vitamin C.

Design and characterization of highly porous curcumin loaded freeze-dried wafers for wound healing.

The goal of this research was to evaluate the beneficial effects of topical curcumin loaded freeze-dried wafers in wound healing. Curcumin wafers were fabricated by cross-linking of chitosan with beta glycerophosphate under magnetic stirring. Composite wafers were prepared by the addition of sodium hyaluronate.

Equine pericardium: a versatile alternative reconstructive material in congenital cardiac surgery.

Background: Pericardial patches are often used for repair of congenital cardiac defects. The aim of this study was to describe our initial experience with the use of equine pericardium and its safety and advantages and disadvantages compared to bovine pericardium.

Methods: We designed a retrospective cohort study of 111 patients who were surgically treated for congenital heart disease between 2017 and 2020.

Design and Characterization of Spray-Dried Proliposomes for the Pulmonary Delivery of Curcumin.

Purpose: The goal was to directly deliver curcumin, a natural polyphenolic anticancer and anti-inflammatory compound, to the lung tissues with minimal systemic exposure through the fabrication of proliposomes, overcoming its poor aqueous solubility and oral bioavailability.

Methods: Nano-spray drying was employed to prepare proliposomes using hydroxypropyl beta-cyclodextrin as a carrier. Lecithin and cholesterol were used as lipids, stearylamine and Poloxamer 188 were added as positive charge inducer and a surfactant, respectively.

Insight into chitosan/zeolite-A nanocomposite as an advanced carrier for levofloxacin and its anti-inflammatory properties; loading, release, and anti-inflammatory studies.

Chitosan/zeolite-A nanocomposite (CH/ZA) was synthesized as a potential carrier for levofloxacin (LVOX) of enhanced technical properties. The CH/ZA composite displayed enhanced loading capacity (425 mg/g) as compared to chitosan (188.8 mg/g) and zeolite-A (234.

Leflunomide an immunomodulator with antineoplastic and antiviral potentials but drug-induced liver injury: A comprehensive review.

Leflunomide (LF) represents the prototype member of dihydroorotate dehydrogenase (DHODH) enzyme inhibitors. DHODH is a mitochondrial inner membrane enzyme responsible for catalytic conversion of dihydroorotate into orotate, a rate-limiting step in the de novo synthesis of the pyrimidine nucleotides. LF produces cellular depletion of pyrimidine nucleotides required for cell growth and proliferation.