Xiaolin Zhang¹, Shujie Li², Enguo Wang^1,*

Journal of Psychology in Africa, Vol.35, No.1, pp. 75-81, 2025, DOI:10.32604/jpa.2025.065767 - 30 April 2025

Abstract This study examined the relationship between leader-employee calling congruence on employees’ voice behaviour. Participants were 173 leader-employee dyads from the Chinese service industry. They completed online surveys on calling, perceived insider status, and voice behaviour. Results from polynomial regression and response surface analysis showed that employees perceived insider status to be weaker with the low leader-low subordinate calling congruence, and stronger with high leader and high subordinate calling congruence. Employees perceived insider status is stronger in low leader and high subordinate calling incongruence compared with high leader and low subordinate calling incongruence. Perceived insider status More >

Joby Mackolil^1,2, Mahanthesh Basavarajappa^1,3, Giulio Lorenzini^4,*

Frontiers in Heat and Mass Transfer, Vol.23, No.2, pp. 529-551, 2025, DOI:10.32604/fhmt.2025.058702 - 25 April 2025

Abstract This article explores the optimization of heat transport in a magnetohydrodynamic nanofluid flow with mixed Marangoni convection by using the Response Surface Methodology. The convective flow is studied with external magnetism, radiative heat flux, and buoyancy. An internal heat absorption through the permeable surface is also taken into account. The governing system includes the continuity equation, Navier-Stokes momentum equation, and the conservation of energy equations, approximated by the Prandtl boundary layer theory. The entropy generation in the thermodynamic system is evaluated. Experimental data (Corcione models) is used to model the single-phase alumina-water nanofluid. The numerical… More >

Guolan Wang, Ting Xie, Lijun Fu, Siying Qu, Jie Li^*

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.94, No.3, pp. 953-971, 2025, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2025.060634 - 31 March 2025

Abstract The objective of this study was to determine the optimal proportions of plant growth regulators for growth and non-tube rapid propagation of Cymbidium tortisepalum var. longibracteatum; seedlings were utilized as the material. The effects of various combinations and concentrations of 6-benzylaminopurine (6-BA), gibberellic acid (GA₃), and naphthaleneacetic acid (NAA) on growth and non-tube rapid propagation were assessed through a single-factor testing and response surface methodology. The results indicated that 6-BA at 60 mg/L, GA₃ at 150 mg/L, and NAA at 30 mg/L were the most effective concentrations for promoting leaf buds formation in the single-factor analysis. Response surface… More >

Yu Huang^1,3, Tingting Dong¹, Xing Zhang¹, Shasha Xu², Xiaoyu Song², Zhaojun Wang², Mingyan Qin¹, Liwei Deng¹, Yalin Li^1,2,*

Journal of Polymer Materials, Vol.42, No.1, pp. 151-172, 2025, DOI:10.32604/jpm.2025.060699 - 27 March 2025

Abstract The rapid urbanization underscores the urgency of efficient treatment and resource utilization of municipal sludge for environmental conservation. To address this, a novel pH-responsive dual network polyvinyl alcohol/sodium alginate sludge hydrogel was devised by integrating municipal sludge with acrylic acid monomers, ammonium persulphate initiator, N, N’-methylene bisacrylamide crosslinking agent, reinforced by polyvinyl alcohol and sodium alginate through free radical cross-linking polymerization. The hydrogel’s optimal formulation was identified by adjusting the monomer, crosslinking agent, and initiator dosage while assessing its swelling behavior across various pH environments. Results revealed excellent swelling capacity, notably exhibiting a remarkable swelling More > Graphic Abstract

Rachmannu Ilham¹, Fataty Kurnia Rahmah¹, Nurul Faradilah Said², Mohamad Buang Budiono², Suprapto Suprapto^1,*

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.12, No.11, pp. 1895-1909, 2024, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2024.055602 - 22 November 2024

Abstract This study investigated the efficiency of activated carbon from Pangium edule shells for removing phosphate from aqueous solution. The adsorption capacity of the synthesized activated carbon was determined to be 19.8392 mg g⁻¹. Various isotherm models were used to analyze the adsorption process, Henry, Freundlich, SIP, and Halsey isotherm fitting showed r² values close to 1.0. These isotherms indicated a combination of physisorption and chemisorption mechanisms, with heterogeneity and multilayer formation playing important roles. A pseudo-second-order model described the adsorption kinetics well, suggesting chemisorption as the dominant mechanism with an r² value of 1.0 and a rate constant… More >

Samar El-Mekkawi¹, Wafaa Abou-Elseoud², Shaimaa Fadel², Enas Hassan², Mohammad Hassan^2,*

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.12, No.9, pp. 1573-1591, 2024, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2024.053589 - 25 September 2024

Abstract Recycling of paper sludge waste is crucial for establishing a sustainable green industry. This waste contains valuable sugars that can be converted into important chemicals such as ethanol, poly hydroxybutyrate, and lactic acid. However, the main challenge in obtaining sugars in high yield from paper sludge is the high crystallinity of cellulose, which hinders hydrolysis. To address this, pretreatment using phosphoric acid was optimized using response surface methodology to facilitate cellulose hydrolysis with minimal energy and chemicals. The created prediction model using the response surface method considered factors such as acid concentration (ranging from 60%… More > Graphic Abstract

Jawad Raza¹, F. Mebarek-Oudina^2,*, Haider Ali¹, I. E. Sarris³

Frontiers in Heat and Mass Transfer, Vol.22, No.4, pp. 1017-1041, 2024, DOI:10.32604/fhmt.2024.052749 - 30 August 2024

Abstract The current study is dedicated to presenting the Casson nanofluid over a stretching surface with activation energy. In order to make the problem more realistic, we employed magnetic field and slip effects on fluid flow. The governing partial differential equations (PDEs) were converted to ordinary differential equations (ODEs) by similarity variables and then solved numerically. The MATLAB built-in command ‘bvp4c’ is utilized to solve the system of ODEs. Central composite factorial design based response surface methodology (RSM) is also employed for optimization. For this, quadratic regression is used for data analysis. The results are concluded More > Graphic Abstract

Pirapat Arunyanart, Nithitorn Kongkaew, Supattarachai Sudsawat^*

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.80, No.2, pp. 3379-3403, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2024.054337 - 15 August 2024

Abstract This research introduces a novel approach to enhancing bucket elevator design and operation through the integration of discrete element method (DEM) simulation, design of experiments (DOE), and metaheuristic optimization algorithms. Specifically, the study employs the firefly algorithm (FA), a metaheuristic optimization technique, to optimize bucket elevator parameters for maximizing transport mass and mass flow rate discharge of granular materials under specified working conditions. The experimental methodology involves several key steps: screening experiments to identify significant factors affecting bucket elevator operation, central composite design (CCD) experiments to further explore these factors, and response surface methodology (RSM)… More >

Nabila Eka Yuningsih, Latifa Ariani, Suprapto Suprapto, Ita Ulfin, Harmami Harmami, Hendro Juwono, Yatim Lailun Ni’mah^*

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.12, No.5, pp. 981-992, 2024, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2024.049109 - 17 July 2024

Abstract In this research, activated carbon from mangosteen peel has been synthesized using sulfuric acid as an activator. The adsorption performance of the activated carbon was optimized using malachite green dye as absorbate. Malachite green dye waste is a toxic and non-biodegradable material that damages the environment. Optimization of adsorption processes was carried out using Response Surface Methodology (RSM) with a Box-Behnken Design (BBD). The synthesized activated carbon was characterized using FTIR and SEM instruments. The FTIR spectra confirmed the presence of a sulfonate group (-SOH) in the activated carbon, indicating that the activation process using… More >

Yatim Lailun Ni’mah¹, Afaf Baktir², Dewi Santosaningsih³, Suprapto Suprapto^1,*

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.12, No.2, pp. 245-258, 2024, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2023.045514 - 11 March 2024

Abstract Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) synthesized using tartaric acid as a capping agent have a great impact on the reaction kinetics and contribute significantly to the stability of AgNPs. The protective layer formed by tartaric acid is an important factor that protects the silver surface and reduces potential cytotoxicity problems. These attributes are critical for assessing the compatibility of AgNPs with biological systems and making them suitable for drug delivery applications. The aim of this research is to conduct a comprehensive study of the effect of tartaric acid concentration, sonication time and temperature on the formation of… More > Graphic Abstract