Energy and exergy analysis of a modified air handling unit assisted by phase change material, heat recovery unit, and solar energy.

This research focuses on designing an energy storage system using phase change material (PCM) in the air-conditioned zone, integrated with an air handling unit (AHU). The proposed system introduces a novel approach to reducing energy consumption in buildings by incorporating a solar heating coil and PCM. Through detailed energy and exergy analyses, the study evaluates the AHU's performance and optimises the thickness and position of the PCM layer using genetic algorithm (GA) optimisation.

Long-Time Scale Simulations Reveal Key Dynamics That Drive the Onset of the N State in the Proteorhodopsin Photocycle.

Proteorhodopsin (PR) is a microbial proton pump that plays a significant role in phototrophy of bacteria in marine environments. Fundamental understanding of the structure-function relationship that drives proton pumping in PR has largely been elusive due to a lack of high-resolution structures of the photointermediates in the PR photocycle. Extending upon previous work, we used long-time scale molecular dynamics (MD) simulations to characterize the M state of the blue variant of PR, which represents the first proton transfer that takes place in the photocycle.

β-Borophene/Graphene Heterostructure as a High-Performance Anode Material for Li-Ion Batteries.

In the world of two-dimensional (2D) materials, various Borophene allotropes have gained significant attention for their remarkable specific capacity. However, the instability of monolayers has challenged experimental investigations of innovative approaches. Due to this limitation, in this work, graphene was investigated as a sublayer with the aim of providing stability to the β-borophene monolayer.

A gender-specific geodatabase of five cancer types with the highest frequency of occurrence in Iran.

Objectives: Cancer is a global health challenge with complex characteristics. Despite progress in research and treatment, a universally effective prevention strategy is lacking. Access to reliable information, especially on occurrence rates, is vital for cancer management.

Estimation of soil health in the semi‑arid regions of northwestern Iran using digital elevation model and remote sensing data.

Nowadays, neglecting soil conservation issues is one of the most critical factors in reducing soil health (SH). In this regard, to facilitate the estimation of the SH in northwestern Iran, 292 soil samples were taken from a depth of 0-30 cm of this area, and a wide range of soil properties were determined. Then, soil health indices (SHIs) were calculated.