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Progress in the Use of Hydrogels for Antioxidant Delivery in Skin Wounds
(MDPI, 2024-04-10)
The skin is the largest organ of the body, and it acts as a protective barrier against external factors. Chronic wounds affect millions of people worldwide and are associated with significant morbidity and reduced quality ...
Comparison of the Magnetic and Structural Properties of MnFePSi Microwires and MnFePSi Bulk Alloy
(MDPI, 2024-04-18)
We provide comparative studies of the structural, morphological, microstructural, and magnetic properties of MnFePSi-glass-coated microwires (MnFePSi-GCMWs) and bulk MnFePSi at different temperatures and magnetic fields. ...
Thermally-Activated Shape Memory Behavior of Biodegradable Blends Based on Plasticized PLA and Thermoplastic Starch
(MDPI, 2024-04-16)
Biodegradable blends based on plasticized poly(lactic acid) PLA and thermoplastic starch (TPS) have been obtained. The influence of the PLA plasticizer as a compatibility agent has been studied by using two different ...
Development of Flame-Retardant Polylactic Acid Formulations for Additive Manufacturing
(MDPI, 2024-04-10)
Polymeric materials, renowned for their lightweight attributes and design adaptability, play a pivotal role in augmenting fuel efficiency and cost-effectiveness in railway vehicle development. The tailored formulation of ...
Tribological Performance of a Paraffinic Base Oil Additive with Coated and Uncoated SiO2 Nanoparticles
(MDPI, 2024-04-25)
Electric vehicles (EVs) have emerged as a technology that can replace internal combustion vehicles and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Therefore, it is necessary to develop novel low-viscosity lubricants that can serve ...
Assessing Bioprinted Functionalized Grafts for Biological Tendon Augmentation In Vitro
(MDPI, 2024-04-26)
Tendinopathy, characterized by inflammatory and degenerative changes, presents challenges in sports and medicine. In addressing the limitations of conservative management, this study focuses on developing tendon grafts ...
Preparation of Filter Paper from Bamboo and Investigating the Effect of Additives
(MDPI, 2024-04-24)
As air pollution escalates, the need for air filters increases. It is better that the filters used be based on natural fibers, such as non-wood fibers, which cause low damage to the environment. However, the short fiber ...
EDAR 4.0: Machine Learning and Visual Analytics for Wastewater Management
(MDPI, 2024-04-24)
Wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) operations manage massive amounts of data that can be gathered with new Industry 4.0 technologies such as the Internet of Things and Big Data. These data are critical to allow the wastewater ...
Usefulness of Opuntia spp. on the Management of Obesity and Its Metabolic Co-Morbidities
(MDPI, 2024-04-25)
The plants of the Opuntia genus mainly grow in arid and semi-arid climates. Although the highest variety of wild species is found in Mexico, Opuntia spp. is widely distributed throughout the world. Extracts of these cacti ...
Assessment of the Correlation and Diagnostic Accuracy between Cerebrospinal Fluid and Plasma Alzheimer’s Disease Biomarkers: A Comparison of the Lumipulse and Simoa Platforms
(MDPI, 2024-04-23)
We compared the clinical and analytical performance of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) plasma biomarkers measured using the single-molecule array (Simoa) and Lumipulse platforms. We quantified the plasma levels of amyloid beta ...