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The impact of biodegradable plastics on methane and carbon dioxide emissions in soil ecosystems: a Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy approach
An array of two JPAs in a quantum two-mode squeezed radar
Evaluating suturing skill improvement for pediatric minimally invasive esophageal anastomosis model: an observational cohort study based on simulator training
Heat treatment control technology of high-strength steel gears based on support vector machine
Thermal and environmental analysis of Cucumis sativus drying in a mixed mode solar dryer with combined sensible and latent heat energy storage
Abstract This study presents a thermodynamic analysis of a mixed-mode solar dryer incorporating both sensible and latent heat energy storage materials. Black pebbles were utilized for sensible heat storage, while Lauric acid was selected for latent heat storage. The integration of these energy storage materials significantly enhanced the thermodynamic performance of the dryer, achieving a peak energy efficiency of 14.2% and a 53% increase in average energy efficiency. Additionally, the inclusion of latent heat storage in the collector resulted in the highest recorded collector energy efficiency of 84.6%. Exergy analysis indicated a maximum exergy efficiency of 51.3%, with an average exergy efficiency of 34.3% for the dryer. The implementation of combined thermal energy storage led to a 50% reduction in drying time. Sustainability assessments demonstrated that integrating both sensible and latent heat storage improved energy utilization while minimizing losses, thereby enhancing the overall sustainability and productivity of the solar dryer.The environmental analysis estimated a CO₂ mitigation potential of 83.97 tonnes per year, with a corresponding carbon credit value of $419.85. The system exhibited a remarkably low energy payback period of 1.82 years when operated with both thermal energy storage materials. This research underscores the potential benefits of combining latent and sensible heat storage in solar drying applications, highlighting its contribution to sustainability and the environmental advantages of solar thermal systems.
Population panmixia of the pelagic shrimp Lucensosergia lucens between Japanese and Taiwanese waters in the western North Pacific
Economic burden of atopic dermatitis in Portugal: a cross-sectional study
piRNAs and circRNAs acting as diagnostic biomarkers in clear cell renal cell carcinoma
Synthesis methods impact silver nanoparticle properties and phenolic compound production in grapevine cell cultures
Abstract Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) are one of nanoparticles with promising applications in various fields due to their unique characteristics. This study was carried out to determine the effects of AgNPs obtained by different green syntheses procedures on their characteristic properties and the accumulation of phenolic compounds in cell suspension cultures of Kalecik Karası grape cultivar. AgNPs were obtained by 24 different green synthesis methods including modifications in extraction method, reaction pH and conditions. When the results of the analyses conducted to determine the structural properties of AgNPs are evaluated, it was observed that more spherical and smaller nanoparticles were synthesized under alkaline conditions. The smallest NP size was detected as 8.9 nm in NP11, while the largest NP size (59.6 nm) was found in NP19. AgNPs obtained at room conditions for 4 h and pH 7 significantly increased the total phenolic, trans-resveratrol, catechin and epicatechin contents, while water or methanol extracts used in the synthesis had no significant effect. As a result of the study, it was determined that not only the characteristic properties of AgNPs but also their effectiveness on the secondary metabolite production varied significantly depending on the extraction method, pH and conditions of the reaction solution during synthesis.
Progressive T cell exhaustion and predominance of aging tissue associated macrophages with advancing disease stage in penile squamous cell carcinoma
Improvement of anchor structural unit in FLAC3D and its application to the 110 construction method
The stakeholder game mechanisms in land use change of Caohai National Nature Reserve
Individual and group level health factors influence social networks of dairy calves
Multi-scale parallel gated local feature transformer
Divergent effects of environmental concern and risk perception on pro-environmental intention: an international study across 17 countries
Structural and antigenic characterization of Babesia Bovis HAP2 domains
Abstract The tick-borne apicomplexan parasite Babesia bovis causes bovine babesiosis which leads to enormous food and economic losses around the world. The existing resources to manage this disease are limited and have pitfalls, therefore, introduction of new strategies is urgently needed. B. bovis reproduces sexually in the midgut of its tick vector. HAP2, a well conserved ancient protein, plays a crucial role in the gamete fusion of this parasite and is a strong candidate for developing transmission-blocking vaccines. We previously demonstrated that immunization of cattle with full size B. bovis HAP2 blocks transmission of the parasite by Rhipicephalus microplus. Understanding the conserved structural features and antigenicity of HAP2 protein and its domains will facilitate developing effective methods to control pathogen transmission. In this study, we analyzed and compared AlphaFold2-predicted 3D structure of B. bovis HAP2 with the well-characterized crystal structures of HAP2 of Chlamydomonas reinhardtii and Arabidopsis thaliana. The comparisons and structural analysis resulted in the definition of three domains’ sequences, fusion loops, and disulfide bonds in the B. bovis HAP2. In addition, recombinant versions of each three predicted HAP2 domains were recognized by antibodies from HAP2 immunized and transmission-protected cattle, confirming their antigenicity. Remarkably, domain II was highly recognized compared to the other two domains. This study introduces new directions in designing novel functional assays and improved vaccine design through targeting the HAP2 protein.