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  • Open Access

    ARTICLE

    Physical and Mechanical Properties of Gmelina Wood (Gmelina arborea Roxb.) Modified with Furfuryl Alcohol-Tannin

    Mahdi Mubarok1,*, Pirda Maharani Nafisah1, Adi Santoso2, Saefudin2,*, Efrida Basri2, Yusuf Sudo Hadi1,3, Adik Bahanawan2, Rohmah Pari2, Imam Busyra Abdillah1, Jingjing Liao4, Dede Hermawan1, Trisna Priadi1, Philippe Gérardin5, Wayan Darmawan1

    Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.13, No.4, pp. 731-752, 2025, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2024.057476 - 21 April 2025

    Abstract Furfurylation, a renowned chemical modification technique, uses furfuryl alcohol to enhance the properties of wood. This technology can be further refined by incorporating renewable tannins, which promote cross-linking with furfuryl alcohol. This study investigates the effects of furfurylation and tannin-modified furfurylation on the physical and mechanical properties of tropical Gmelina wood (Gmelina arborea Roxb.). Experiments involved impregnating Gmelina wood with aqueous solutions of furfuryl alcohol (FA) at 40% and 70% concentrations, as well as FA-tannin combinations (FA 40%-TA and FA 70%-TA), followed by polymerization at 103°C. The results demonstrated that both FA and FA-tannin treatments significantly… More > Graphic Abstract

    Physical and Mechanical Properties of Gmelina Wood (<i>Gmelina arborea</i> Roxb.) Modified with Furfuryl Alcohol-Tannin

  • Open Access

    COMMENTARY

    GlycoRNA: A new player in cellular communication

    HYUNG SEOK KIM*

    Oncology Research, Vol.33, No.5, pp. 995-1000, 2025, DOI:10.32604/or.2025.060616 - 18 April 2025

    Abstract The discovery of glycosylated RNA molecules, known as glycoRNAs, introduces a novel dimension to cellular biology. This commentary explores the transformative findings surrounding glycoRNAs, emphasizing their unique roles in cancer progression and the therapeutic opportunities they present. GlycoRNAs, through interactions with lectins and immune receptors, may contribute to tumor immune evasion. Moreover, the therapeutic potential of this emerging knowledge includes interventions targeting glycoRNA synthesis and modulation of associated signaling pathways. By highlighting these critical insights, this commentary aims to encourage the development of innovative strategies that could improve cancer prognosis and treatment. More >

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    ARTICLE

    Electroless Deposition of Cu Using Dopamine as Flexible Conductive Materials

    Jinliang Luo, Dongliang Li, Yang Li, Miaojiao Wang, Xiaomin Kang, Zhitao Hu*

    Journal of Polymer Materials, Vol.42, No.1, pp. 125-140, 2025, DOI:10.32604/jpm.2024.059636 - 27 March 2025

    Abstract With the rapid development of flexible wearable electronic products, their application fields and demands are increasing, posing new challenges to flexible conductive materials. This paper selected flexible polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) as the substrate. In order to enhance the adhesion between the substrate and the metal coating, dopamine and silanization were used to co-modify its surface. A conductive layer of metallic copper is deposited on its surface using an inexpensive, easy-to-use electroless plating technique. By optimizing the process conditions, it is found that a uniform copper layer of about 0.6 μm can be formed on the surface More >

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    ARTICLE

    Alkaline Treatment of Straw for Composite Material Production and Its Impact on Water Vapor Adsorption Characteristics

    Martin Böhm*, Miloš Jerman, Martin Keppert, Klára Kobetičová, Dana Koňáková, Milena Pavlíková, Robert Černý

    Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.13, No.2, pp. 363-383, 2025, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2024.056984 - 20 February 2025

    Abstract The effect of using 2% and 10% sodium hydroxide solution as surface treatment of rape straw on its water vapor adsorption properties is analyzed in the relative humidity (RH) range of 0% to 98%. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS), and Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) are used to investigate the morphological, chemical and structural changes of the treated straw surface. The mineral particles formed on the surface after the treatment are analyzed using X-ray diffraction (XRD). The application of sodium hydroxide solution results in the disruption of the straw surface. As the concentration More > Graphic Abstract

    Alkaline Treatment of Straw for Composite Material Production and Its Impact on Water Vapor Adsorption Characteristics

  • Open Access

    ARTICLE

    Addressing Imbalance in Health Datasets: A New Method NR-Clustering SMOTE and Distance Metric Modification

    Hairani Hairani1,2, Triyanna Widiyaningtyas1,*, Didik Dwi Prasetya1, Afrig Aminuddin3

    CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.82, No.2, pp. 2931-2949, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2024.060837 - 17 February 2025

    Abstract An imbalanced dataset often challenges machine learning, particularly classification methods. Underrepresented minority classes can result in biased and inaccurate models. The Synthetic Minority Over-Sampling Technique (SMOTE) was developed to address the problem of imbalanced data. Over time, several weaknesses of the SMOTE method have been identified in generating synthetic minority class data, such as overlapping, noise, and small disjuncts. However, these studies generally focus on only one of SMOTE’s weaknesses: noise or overlapping. Therefore, this study addresses both issues simultaneously by tackling noise and overlapping in SMOTE-generated data. This study proposes a combined approach of… More >

  • Open Access

    REVIEW

    Gasotransmitters as Key Members of the Signaling Network Regulating Stomatal Response: Interaction with Other Molecules

    Yuriy E. Kolupaev1,2,*, Tetiana O. Yastreb1,*, Alexander P. Dmitriev3

    Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.93, No.12, pp. 3151-3195, 2024, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2024.057922 - 31 December 2024

    Abstract Stomatal closure, which serves to limit water loss, represents one of the most rapid and critical reactions of plants, occurring not only in response to drought but also to a range of other stressors, including salinity, extreme temperatures, heavy metals, gaseous toxicants, and pathogen infection. ABA is considered to be the main regulator of stomatal movements in plants under abiotic stress. In the last two decades, however, the list of plant hormones and other physiologically active substances that affect stomatal status has expanded considerably. It is believed that stomata are regulated by a complex multicomponent… More >

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    ARTICLE

    Aerodynamic Noise Distribution in Wind Turbines with Different Microporous Blade Tip Structures

    Baohua Li, Yi Ye, Yuanjun Dai*

    FDMP-Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, Vol.20, No.12, pp. 2809-2842, 2024, DOI:10.32604/fdmp.2024.054011 - 23 December 2024

    Abstract A linear microporous blade tip structure is designed in order to reduce the aerodynamic noise of a wind turbine during operations. Various structures of such a kind are considered and the related aerodynamic noise is determined in the framework of large vortex simulation and acoustic array test methods. The findings demonstrate that various blade tip designs can enhance the vortex trajectory in the tip region and lessen the pressure differential between the blade’s upper and lower surfaces. In particular, the wind turbine’s maximum linear velocity at the blade tip can be increased by 10%–23% while More > Graphic Abstract

    Aerodynamic Noise Distribution in Wind Turbines with Different Microporous Blade Tip Structures

  • Open Access

    ARTICLE

    Modification and Experimental Verification of the Performance Improvement of Domestic Dehumidifiers

    Xin Qi1,2, Xingtao Shi1, Yingwen Liu1,*

    Frontiers in Heat and Mass Transfer, Vol.22, No.6, pp. 1661-1678, 2024, DOI:10.32604/fhmt.2024.058959 - 19 December 2024

    Abstract After optimizing the compressor design, condenser tube diameter, and tube row arrangement, air supply volumetric flow rate, and refrigerant charge of the domestic dehumidifier. The optimized design schemes were obtained from the original combinations by non-dominated sorting, and the optimized design schemes were experimentally verified under three environmental conditions according to the test method of T/CAS 342-2020 to obtain a complete idea of dehumidifier multi-component improvement. The results show that the dehumidifying capacity of Scheme 5 is slightly increased by 2.5% at 27°C/60% RH, and its energy factor is significantly increased by 24.6%. When the… More >

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    ARTICLE

    Plasma Surface Modification of Li2TiSiO5 Anode for Lithium-Ion Batteries

    Shangqi Sun1,2,3,*, Lingchao Xiao3, Qifeng Qian3, Yunfeng Deng1

    Energy Engineering, Vol.121, No.10, pp. 2769-2776, 2024, DOI:10.32604/ee.2024.052680 - 11 September 2024

    Abstract Solving intrinsic structural problems such as low conductivity is the main challenge to promote the commercial application of Li2TiSiO5. In this study, Li2TiSiO5 is synthesized by the sol-gel method, and the surface modification of Li2TiSiO5 is carried out at different temperatures using low-temperature plasma to enhance its lithium storage performance. The morphological structure and electrochemical tests demonstrate that plasma treatment can improve the degree of agglomeration. The peak position of the plasma-treated Li2TiSiO5 is shifted to a lower angle, and the shift angle increases with increasing sputtering power. Li2TiSiO5 after 300 W bombardment shows excellent capacity (144.7 mA·hg−1 More >

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    ARTICLE

    Biobased Furfurylated Poplar Wood for Flame-Retardant Modification with Boric Acid and Ammonium Dihydrogen Phosphate

    Ming Ni1, Lei Li1, Yiqiang Wu1,*, Jianzheng Qiao1, Yan Qing1, Ping Li2, Yingfeng Zuo1,*

    Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.12, No.8, pp. 1355-1368, 2024, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2024.054050 - 06 September 2024

    Abstract Furfurylated wood exhibits excellent dimensional stability and corrosion resistance, making it a promising material for constructing buildings, but it is highly flammable. Herein, flame-retardant furfurylated poplar wood was produced via a two-step process utilizing boric acid (BA) and ammonium dihydrogen phosphate (ADP) as flame-retardant components, and biomass-derived furfuryl alcohol (FA) as a modifier. The acidity of BA and ADP allowed them to catalyze the polymerization of FA, which formed a cross-linked network that immobilized BA and ADP inside the wood. The addition of BA/ADP substantially delayed the time to ignition from 10 to 385 s More > Graphic Abstract

    Biobased Furfurylated Poplar Wood for Flame-Retardant Modification with Boric Acid and Ammonium Dihydrogen Phosphate

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