Piezoelectric ceramics are widely used as actuator, resonator, spark igniter and energy harvesting applications. Lead-free (Ba0.85Ca0.15)(Zr0.1Ti0.9)O3 (BCZT) piezoelectric have garnered immense interest due to their excellent dielectric and piezoelectric properties. However, the conventional sintering process for BCZT requires a high temperature of ~ 1500oC, which results in significant energy consumption. Recently, the cold sintering process (CSP) has emerged as a promising alternative, ena...

In this work, Ag nanoparticles decorated NiFe2O4 /CuWO4 heterostructure were synthesized using the step-wise co-precipitation method. The influence of varying Ag loading on the NiFe2O4 /CuWO4 heterostructure and its electrochemical OER performance was extensively studied in 1 M KOH electrolyte. The obtained LSV profile was analyzed to determine the overpotential, Tafel slope, and onset potential. The heterostructure with an optimal Ag loading of 5 wt% required the least overpotential (1.60 V ...

Anomalous event classification automatically identifies anomalous events using the videos in an intelligent video surveillance system. However, anomalous event classification is challenging due to inherent research challenges such as the requirement of high-end computational infrastructure, data imbalances, and data scarcity. Typically, a combination of Convolution Neural Networks (CNNs) and Long-Short-Term-Memory (LSTM) are used to model the spatiotemporal dynamics of the videos for video cl...

Insulin, a peptide hormone commonly used in the therapeutic management of diabetes mellitus, undergoes aggregation at sites of recurrent injections in diabetic patients, as well as during its industrial synthesis and transportation. These aggregates are comprised of insoluble insulin fibrils and can lead to localized inflammatory reactions, and impaired insulin uptake. Therefore, it is essential to formulate strategies aimed at inhibiting insulin aggregation for therapeutic and industrial app...

At excessive concentrations in water, Chromium (VI) is a severe problem in many parts of the world and is sometimes linked to cancer. The remediation of aqueous streams from heavy metals is of particular concern due to the unmanageable and persistency of heavy metals in the environment. Many heavy metal ions can be removed from a variety of water sources using practical approaches. In the current investigation, attempt has been made to remove Chromium (VI) from aqueous solutions using Peanut ...

Introduction: Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is one of the most common neurodegenerative disorders. It is characterized by memory loss and cognitive decline. Extracellular amyloid beta (Aβ) plaques and intracellular neurofibrillary tangles of tau have been ascribed for the pathogenesis of AD. Aβ40/42 polypeptides, a product of abnormal cleavage of amyloid precursor protein by β-secretases (BACE1) and γ-secretases, is known to follow nucleus-dependent aggregation kinetics, which leads to the format...

The alarming rise in temperatures in recent years has increased the energy required to maintain the thermal comfort of building occupants. Phase change materials (PCMs) can store thermal energy and reduce this energy consumption. This paper summarizes the current developments in using PCMs in building construction. We discuss the working principle, the classification of PCMs, technologies to use PCMs at a material level in construction, the current problems involving PCM usage and their possi...

Quantum state transfer plays an important role in quantum information processing. A quantum network can be modeled by a graph G where the vertices correspond to the qubits and the edges represent the interactions between them. In a quantum network, we find the dynamics of some pair states with Heisenberg XY Hamiltonian remains unaffected with the change of the total structure. Graphs with perfect state transfer can be taken as analogous components of graph associated to a broad quantum networ...

Geopolymer mortar (GPM) serves as a sustainable alternative to ordinary Portland cement mortar (OPCM) by utilizing aluminosilicate precursor materials as binders. These precursors include natural resources such as metakaolin and volcanic ash, as well as industrial by-products like fly ash (FA) and ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBFS). Despite the absence of cement, GPM faces environmental concerns due to reliance on natural aggregates, contributing to resource depletion. To address th...

The present study investigates the bond strength capability of epoxybased adhesive used for woven type Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) in a Single Lap Bonded Joint (SLBJ) configuration. Cohesive Zone Modelling (CZM), encompassing a bilinear traction-separation law, is utilised to study the failure behaviour in the adhesive layer. Maximum Stress Criteria are opted for the damage initiation, and critical energy release rate is used for damage evolution and separation of the adhesive layer...

This study examines the rapid pyrolysis of tea waste utilizing two distinct pyrolysis techniques: traditional pyrolysis and microwave-assisted pyrolysis. The pyrolysis of tea waste was conducted using conventional pyrolysis at varying temperatures (400-600°C) and microwave-assisted pyrolysis at 450W. In microwave-assisted pyrolysis conducted using different susceptors (without susceptor, biochar, graphite, and activated carbon granules) in the ratio 1:1. In traditional pyrolysis, the highest ...

Biomolecular condensate formation within the cell is regulated via weak multivalent interactions between intrinsically disordered proteins (IDPs). Recent evidences suggest the formation of such condensates prior to pathogenic aggregates. The aggregated states of the presynaptic intrinsically disordered protein, α-Synuclein have long been associated with Parkinson’s disease. Although α-Synuclein aggregation is majorly driven by the non-amyloid β- component (NAC) domain, a 7-residue sequence kn...

Comprehending the fracture behaviour of concrete is a difficult task due to its multiscale heterogeneous structure at different length scales, extending from nanoscale to macroscale. The Calcium Silicate Hydrate (CSH) gel is the major binding phase in concrete structures, responsible for the overall mechanical and fractural strength. At atomic scale, interaction of CSH gel under different loading conditions can provide insights into the fracture process of concrete. To study load resistance c...

In high-energy-density lithium batteries, Ni-rich Co and Mn cathodes are currently being used throughout the globe. There are several problems associated with the presence of Co and Mn in NCM cathodes, including high toxicity, high cost, severe dissolution of transition metals, and rapid surface degradation. Herein, we propose a new class of Co and/or Mn-free ultrahigh-Ni-rich LiNi0.95Mn0.025M0.025O2 (NMM95) and LiNi0.95Z0.025M0.025O2 (NZM95) cathodes with acceptable electrochemical performan...

The sale of electric vehicleshas witnessed significant jump in recent timesowing to the emergence of high energy density lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) comprising nickel-rich layered oxide cathodes (NCM) paired with graphite anodes. However, the presence of cobalt in nickel-rich LiNi0.8Co0.1Mn0.1O2(NCM811) cathodes is a serious issueowingto demographic constraints and price fluctuation of cobalt-based compounds in international market affecting global supply chain. Here, we proposea cobalt-free...

Plant byproducts are valuable sources of biomacromolecules including polysaccharides and proteins. However, a tremendous number of byproducts are generated from plant-based products that leads to significant disposal concerns. As per the FAO, around 14% of the world’s food, worth US$400 billion annually, is lost after harvest. Such tremendous loss in agricultural products leads to the discharge of approximately 3.3 billion tons of carbon dioxide equivalent or 4.4 kilotons of carbon dioxide eq...

This study presents an innovative approach to real-time monitoring of the drying process in an industrial-scale continuous microwave dryer. Microwave drying is a promising technology due to its rapid and uniform heating capabilities, offering significant advantages over conventional drying methods. However, optimising and controlling the drying process in real time is crucial to ensure product quality and energy efficiency. The proposed monitoring system, integrates sensors and data analytics...

Introduction: SOX2 is a key player in tumor development, the maintenance of cancer stem cells, and the progression of cancer. However, the regulatory mechanisms of SOX2 expression in human breast and prostate cancers are still not well understood. Methods: SOX2 expression in prostate and breast cancer tissues, as well as in corresponding cell lines, was analyzed using qRT-PCR, Western blotting, and immunohistochemistry. Functional assays including cell proliferation, migration, and apoptosis...

With the rapid growth of e-commerce platform users, it has become essential for companies to analyze the customer journey leading to a purchase. Users may interact with or be exposed to multiple devices and touchpoints/channels throughout this process. So now, to identify which of those touchpoints resulted in a positive conversion, the companies use various types of attribution models. By identifying this, the company then allocates its marketing spend accordingly in the future on the chosen...