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Nutritional values and biological activity of Persicaria longiseta inflorescence extract (PLE) were assessed relative to the antioxidant, anticancer, and antibacterial impact of ethanolic extracts from the plant’s inflorescence. Using high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), the PLE ethanolic...

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The word “antisocial” appears to well describe some aspects that have been observed when nanofibrillated cellulose (NFC) has been added to papermaking fiber suspensions, in combination with some chemical additives that are commonly used in that process. The analogies of folded hands or a clenched fi...

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China’s abundant low-rank coal faces challenges in utilization due to high moisture content and low calorific value. Microbial biodegradation has emerged as a promising method to improve coal quality. This study investigates the coal-degrading capabilities of the Bacillus amyloliquefaciens strain, d...

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The effective characterization and management of hydrocarbon reservoirs require a thorough understanding of their petrophysical properties, from exploration to production. Modern borehole logging and interpretation techniques play a crucial role in reducing operational costs while enhancing reservoi...

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Recycling of residual biomass in the form of carbonaceous materials is a sustainable and economically viable management option with zero net carbon dioxide emissions. Mesoporous bamboo biochars were produced via microwave-assisted hydrothermal/soft template treatment. Then they were characterized an...

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Plant materials throughout the world, i.e. biomass, can provide annually roughly 18 x 1015 Watt-hours (6.5 x 1013 MJ) of energy, considering just the residues from agriculture and forestry. However, at least part of that amount has higher-valued uses, including being made into durable products, ther...

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Enzymatic refining offers a sustainable alternative to mechanical refining for enhancing the quality of recycled paper fibers. This review examines (a) the benefits and limitations of enzymatic refining and (b) the most commonly used enzymes and their effectiveness. Studies from 2008 to 2023 were sy...

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Lignocellulosic residues (guava leaves, cabbage leaves, pineapple peels, pomegranate peels, orange peels, banana pseudostem, and wheat bran) were used for the production of laccase (LaC) and lignin peroxidase (LiP) via solid-state fermentation (SSF) by fungi (Cerrena unicolor and Loweporus lividus)....

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Ruminant farming is a significant contributor to global food production but also a major source of methane emissions. It is responsible for nearly 44% of greenhouse gases from the agricultural sector. The integration of maize and lupine into the diets of ruminants offers a sustainable strategy for i...

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Mechanical and acoustic properties were studied for hybrid composites developed from Cashew Apple Bagasse (CAB) fibers and Mahogany tree Fruit Filler (MFF) in an epoxy matrix. The effect of alkali treatment (5% and 10% NaOH solutions) on CAB fiber composites at different weight fractions of MFF (0 t...

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While wood has been a renewable and versatile material for centuries, its susceptibility to biotic and abiotic degradation remains challenging. Traditional preservation methods, though effective, raise increasing concerns about environmental and health toxicity, cost, and post-consumer fate of the t...

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Bamboo can be engineered for laminate boards and other sustainable construction material. The adhesive type is expected to affect the laminated board's quality. This study analyzed the physical (density, moisture content, and delamination) and mechanical (bending and shear strength) properties...

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Most mushrooms are sensitive to ethylene, and exposure leads to degradation in mushroom quality, particularly in appearance and organoleptic properties. This study investigated the feasibility of using heated wood for ethylene removal. The hypothesis was that ethylene accumulation can be limited by...

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The pressing need for more effective solar technology is highlighted by the global transition away from fossil fuels and toward renewable energy sources. Despite the enormous potential of photovoltaic (PV) panels, efficiency losses in high-temperature conditions limit their performance. The purpose...

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Lignocellulosic biomass such as pine wood offers a renewable alternative to fossil resources but remains challenging to convert due to its recalcitrant structure. Efficient pretreatment is essential to overcome this limitation and enable enzymatic hydrolysis. This study aimed to enhance enzymatic sa...

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The correlation between specific gravity and average annual ring width was studied for 15 major Korean tree species. In coniferous trees, species with narrower rings exhibited higher specific gravity, with strong correlations observed in Pinus densiflora (Gangwon), Larix kaempferi, and Pinus rigida....

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The study of surface properties—particularly wettability—and how these vary from pith to bark in relation to changes in surface roughness, chemical composition and crystallinity is of importance to improve the use of wood that comes from thinning of a hardwood plantation. In this study, water wettab...

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This study investigated the transverse thermal conductivity of low-density plantation wood species and tropical hardwoods from the Philippines using the guarded hot-plate method. Results showed that thermal conductivity of low density, plantation species and denser tropical hardwoods ranged from 0.1...

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The global trend promotes using natural and eco-friendly materials to improve fruit quality and storability. This study was carried out to examine the impact of pre-harvest spraying of γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA) at 1.0 and 2.0 mmol/L, and post-harvest zeolite dipping (3% and 6% levels), on the quali...

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Butterfly pea flower (BPF) powder, which is rich in bioactive compounds, was evaluated for the impact of various drying methods on its solubility, physical properties, and chemical composition. Four drying methods were used: thermal drying at 50 °C, 60 °C, 70 °C, and natural sun drying. The powders...

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