Publications by authors named "R Selmi"

This paper presented the preparation, characterization, and adsorption properties of Brazil nut shell activated carbon for catechol removal from aqueous solutions. The equilibrium adsorption of catechol molecules on this activated was experimentally quantified at pH 6 and temperatures ranging from 25 to 55 °C, and at 25 °C and pH ranging from 6 to 10. These results were utilized to elucidate the role of surface functionalities through statistical physics calculations.

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Replacing a hopeless molar with a dental implant is one of the most common treatment modalities in implant dentistry. However, immediate implant post-extraction in the posterior region requires managing the bone gap and ensuring primary closure of the socket. To address this anatomical consideration, several authors have proposed using a custom abutment to seal the socket after immediate implant placement, maintain soft tissue contour, and stabilize the surrounding tissues.

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Context: In this comparative study of the adsorption of L-phenylalanine (L-Phe) on two modified low-activated carbons (ACK and ACZ) at four temperatures (293-313 K), steric and energetic characteristics of adsorption were investigated. An advanced statistical physics multilayer model involving single-layer and double-layer adsorption scenarios was developed to interpret the L-Phe adsorption phenomenon. Modeling results indicate that two and three L-Phe layers were arranged depending on the tested adsorption systems.

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  • * A study involving 119 bed bug samples found DNA from bacteria Rickettsia and Ehrlichia, showing strong genetic similarities to strains present in dogs and ticks from other countries.
  • * This research is the first of its kind in Tunisia and emphasizes the importance of further exploring how bed bugs may contribute to the spread of these diseases.
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Background: Until now, there has been limited information on the prevalence and the phylogeny of sensu lato in ticks in Tunisia, particularly in .

Methods: The present study aimed to determine the prevalence and the phylogeny of s.l.

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