CVD-grown NiO-carbon nanofiber decorated rGO hybrids for high-performance electrochemical hydrogen storage: role of hierarchical porous structures.

The development of sustainable materials for green energy storage systems has accelerated due to the growing demand for energy worldwide and environmental concerns. Because of their large surface area, electrical conductivity, and adjustable structure, mesoporous graphitic carbon-based materials show the most promise for electrochemical hydrogen storage (EHS). The electrochemical performance of these materials is further improved by integrating them with transition metal oxides.

Copper Oxide Anchored Carbon Nanofibers: A Versatile Platform for Multiplex Detection of Antibiotics, Heavy Metals and Pesticides.

Electrochemical sensors offer promising prospects for real-time pollutant monitoring. In this study, copper oxide-dispersed graphitic carbon nanofibers (CuO-CNFs) grown via chemical vapour deposition were employed as a robust platform for detecting a variety of environmental pollutants. This array-based sensor adeptly identifies three different classes of analytes, i.

X-ray radiation shielding and microscopic studies of flexible and moldable bandage by synthesized cerium oxide nanoparticles/MWCNTS nanocomposite for healthcare applications.

This research reports a robust method for developing advanced flexible and moldable X-ray shielding bandages by harnessing an synthesized polygonal cerium oxide nanoparticles/MWCNTs nanocomposite. The developed advanced hybrid nanocomposite was thoroughly blended with silicone rubber, namely polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) to form an advanced hybrid gel which was then coated on a conventional cotton bandage to develop an advanced flexible, moldable X-ray shielding bandage. The combined effects were analyzed to determine their unique X-ray reduction properties and were very effective.

Carbon nanomaterials for the detection of pesticide residues in food: A review.

In agricultural fields, pesticides are widely used, but their residual presence in the environment poses a threat to humans, animals, insects, and ecosystems. The overuse of pesticides for pest control, enhancement of crop yield, etc. leaves behind a significant residual amount in the environment.

Advances in Nanoarchitectonics of Antimicrobial Tiles and a Quest for Anti-SARS-CoV-2 Tiles.

Design of antimicrobial tiles seems necessary to combat against contagious diseases, especially COVID-19. In addition to personal hygiene, this technology facilitates public hygiene as antimicrobial tiles can be installed at hospitals, schools, banks, offices, lobbies, railway stations, etc. This review is primarily focused on preparing antimicrobial tiles using an antimicrobial layer or coatings that fight against germs.

Computational studies on potential new anti-Covid-19 agents with a multi-target mode of action.

A compound that could inhibit multiple targets associated with SARS-CoV-2 infection would prove to be a drug of choice against the virus. Human receptor-ACE2, receptor binding domain (RBD) of SARS-CoV-2 S-protein, Papain-like protein of SARS-CoV-2 (PLpro), reverse transcriptase of SARS-CoV-2 (RdRp) were chosen for in silico study. A set of previously synthesized compounds (-) were docked into the active sites of the targets.

Challenges of the Omicron (B.1.1.529) Variant and Its Lineages: A Global Perspective.

The SARS-CoV-2 virus has shown increased ability to mutate over the past two years, especially in the regions of the spike protein and receptor binding sites. Omicron (B.1.

SARS-CoV-2 and its variants of concern including Omicron: A never ending pandemic.

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic caused by SARS-CoV-2 is associated with high morbidity and mortality. This zoonotic virus has emerged in Wuhan of China in December 2019 from bats and pangolins probably and continuing the human-to-human transmission globally since last two years. As there is no efficient approved treatment, a number of vaccines were developed at an unprecedented speed to counter the pandemic.

A review on efficient electromagnetic interference shielding materials by recycling waste-a trio of land to lab to land concept.

The materials used in electrical and electronic applications have great importance and broader applications, but they have severe electromagnetic interference (EMI). These materials have extensive applications in broadcasting, medical industries, research, defence sectors, communication and similar fields. The EMI can be addressed by using effective EMI shielding materials.

Preparation of nanolignin rich fraction from bamboo stem via green technology: assessment of its antioxidant, antibacterial and UV blocking properties.

This work reports the preparation of nano lignin-rich fraction material via green technology from the holistic use of lignocellulosic biomass bamboo. The bamboo is first chemically treated, followed by acid precipitation to extract bamboo-derived macro lignin-rich fraction material. The nano lignin-rich fraction material was then prepared via ultrasonication technique from the extracted bamboo-derived macro lignin-rich fraction material.

The Internet of Things in Geriatric Healthcare.

There is a significant increase in the geriatric population across the globe. With the increase in the number of geriatric people and their associated health issues, the need for larger healthcare resources is inevitable. Because of this, healthcare service-providing industries are facing a severe challenge.

Effect of sorbitan monopalmitate on the polymorphic transitions and physicochemical properties of mango butter.

The present study reports the effect of sorbitan monopalmitate (SM) as a crystallization modifier on the physicochemical properties of mango butter (MB). The concentration of SM was varied in the range of 1 and 5 wt%. The addition of SM promoted the aggregation of globular MB crystals.

A nickel oxide-decorated grown 3-D graphitic forest engrained carbon foam electrode for microbial fuel cells.

A facile and single-step nickel oxide-dispersed in situ grown 3-D graphitic forest engrained carbon foam (NiO-CNF-CF)-based electrode was fabricated for high-performance microbial fuel cells (MFCs). The metal oxide, graphitic contents, biocompatibility, stability and large surface area available in the material for biofilm formation rendered the prepared electrode competent for wastewater treatment and bioenergy (0.79 V and 1.

CVD grown carbon nanofibers: an efficient DSPE sorbent for cleanup of multi-class pesticide residue in high fat and low water commodities by QuEChERS using GC-ECD.

An inexpensive, effective, and efficient dispersive solid-phase extraction (DSPE) sorbent was developed as an alternative to traditionally used sorbents (primary secondary amine and C18) for fatty matrices using the QuEChERS method. Catalytic chemical vapor deposition grown carbon nanofibers dispersed on activated carbon fibers (Ni-ACF/CNF) having a BET specific surface area of 738 (m/g) were for the first time evaluated as a DSPE material for sample cleanup before gas chromatographic analysis. Based on cleanup performance and recoveries, 10 mg of Ni-ACF/CNF was found optimal for the determination of twenty-seven multi-class pesticides in high fat and low water commodities/matrices (peanut, soybean, sesame, and flaxseed).