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Analysis and Application of UV-LED Photoreactors for Phenol Removal
by Betsabé Ildefonso-Ojeda, Macaria Hernández-Chávez, Mayra A. Álvarez-Lemus, Rosendo López-González, José R. Contreras-Bárbara, Karen Roa-Tort, Josué D. Rivera-Fernández and Diego A. Fabila-Bustos
Catalysts 2025, 15(8), 748; https://doi.org/10.3390/catal15080748 (registering DOI) - 5 Aug 2025
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The development of three types of UV radiation-based photoreactors using light-emitting diodes (LEDs) is presented. In this work, three pattern irradiation arrangements, direct radiation, internal radiation, and external radiation, were tested for deactivation of a typical model contaminant in wastewater under the same [...] Read more.
The development of three types of UV radiation-based photoreactors using light-emitting diodes (LEDs) is presented. In this work, three pattern irradiation arrangements, direct radiation, internal radiation, and external radiation, were tested for deactivation of a typical model contaminant in wastewater under the same conditions. All photoreactors allow the adjustment of optical power and irradiation time and include a sensor for temperature monitoring in the solution. In this case, phenol was used as a model contaminant with TiO2 as a photocatalyst in a batch-type reactor at pH 7. The results showed that the highest degradation efficiency was achieved after 120 min, reaching 97.79% for the internal-radiation photoreactor, followed by 90.17% when the direct-radiation photoreactor was used, and 85.24% for the external-radiation photoreactor. Phenol degradation served as the basis for validating reactor performance, given its persistence and relevance as an indicator in advanced oxidation processes. It was concluded that the arrangement of LEDs in each photoreactor significantly influences phenol degradation under the same reaction conditions. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Remediation of Natural Waters by Photocatalysis)
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Evaluation of Optimal Visible Wavelengths for Free-Space Optical Communications
by Modar Dayoub and Hussein Taha
Telecom 2025, 6(3), 57; https://doi.org/10.3390/telecom6030057 - 4 Aug 2025
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Free-space optical (FSO) communications have emerged as a promising complement to conventional radio-frequency (RF) systems due to their high bandwidth, low interference, and license-free spectrum. Visible-light FSO communication, using laser diodes or LEDs, offers potential for short-range data links, but performance is highly [...] Read more.
Free-space optical (FSO) communications have emerged as a promising complement to conventional radio-frequency (RF) systems due to their high bandwidth, low interference, and license-free spectrum. Visible-light FSO communication, using laser diodes or LEDs, offers potential for short-range data links, but performance is highly wavelength-dependent under varying atmospheric conditions. This study presents an experimental evaluation of three visible laser diodes at 650 nm (red), 532 nm (green), and 405 nm (violet), focusing on their optical output power, quantum efficiency, and modulation behavior across a range of driving currents and frequencies. A custom laboratory testbed was developed using an Atmega328p microcontroller and a Visual Basic control interface, allowing precise control of current and modulation frequency. A silicon photovoltaic cell was employed as the optical receiver and energy harvester. The results demonstrate that the 650 nm red laser consistently delivers the highest quantum efficiency and optical output, with stable performance across electrical and modulation parameters. These findings support the selection of 650 nm as the most energy-efficient and versatile wavelength for short-range, cost-effective visible-light FSO communication. This work provides experimentally grounded insights to guide wavelength selection in the development of energy-efficient optical wireless systems. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Optical Communication and Networking)
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Photodynamic Therapy in the Management of MDR Candida spp. Infection Associated with Palatal Expander: In Vitro Evaluation
by Cinzia Casu, Andrea Butera, Alessandra Scano, Andrea Scribante, Sara Fais, Luisa Ladu, Alessandra Siotto-Pintor and Germano Orrù
Photonics 2025, 12(8), 786; https://doi.org/10.3390/photonics12080786 (registering DOI) - 4 Aug 2025
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The aim of this work is to evaluate the effectiveness of antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (aPDT) against oral MDR (multi-drug-resistant) Candida spp. infections related to orthodontic treatment with palatal expanders through in vitro study. Methods: PDT protocol: Curcumin + H2O2 was [...] Read more.
The aim of this work is to evaluate the effectiveness of antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (aPDT) against oral MDR (multi-drug-resistant) Candida spp. infections related to orthodontic treatment with palatal expanders through in vitro study. Methods: PDT protocol: Curcumin + H2O2 was used as a photosensitizer activated by a 460 nm diode LED lamp, with an 8 mm blunt tip for 2 min in each spot of interest. In vitro simulation: A palatal expander sterile device was inserted into a custom-designed orthodontic bioreactor, realized with 10 mL of Sabouraud dextrose broth plus 10% human saliva and infected with an MDR C. albicans clinical isolate CA95 strain to reproduce an oral palatal expander infection. After 48 h of incubation at 37 °C, the device was treated with the PDT protocol. Two samples before and 5 min after the PDT process were taken and used to contaminate a Petri dish with a Sabouraud field to evaluate Candida spp. CFUs (colony-forming units). Results: A nearly 99% reduction in C. albicans colonies in the palatal expander biofilm was found after PDT. Conclusion: The data showed the effectiveness of using aPDT to treat palatal infection; however, specific patient oral micro-environment reproduction (Ph values, salivary flow, mucosal adhesion of photosensitizer) must be further analyzed. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Biophotonics and Biomedical Optics)
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A Gray Predictive Evolutionary Algorithm with Adaptive Threshold Adjustment Strategy for Photovoltaic Model Parameter Estimation
by Wencong Wang, Baoduo Su, Quan Zhou and Qinghua Su
Mathematics 2025, 13(15), 2503; https://doi.org/10.3390/math13152503 - 4 Aug 2025
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Meta-heuristic algorithms are the dominant techniques for parameter estimating for solar photovoltaic (PV) models. Current algorithms are primarily designed with a focus on search performance and convergence speed, but they fail to account for the significant difference in the lengths of the feasible [...] Read more.
Meta-heuristic algorithms are the dominant techniques for parameter estimating for solar photovoltaic (PV) models. Current algorithms are primarily designed with a focus on search performance and convergence speed, but they fail to account for the significant difference in the lengths of the feasible regions for each decision variable in the solar parameter estimation problem. The consideration of variable length difference in algorithm design may be beneficial to the efficiency for solving this problem. A gray predictive evolutionary algorithm with adaptive threshold adjustment strategy (GPEat) is proposed in this paper to estimate the parameters of several solar photovoltaic models. Unlike original GPEs and their existing variants with fixed thresholds, GPEat designs an adaptive threshold adjustment strategy (ATS), which adaptively adjusts the threshold parameter of GPE to be proportional to the length of each dimensional variable of the PV problem. The adaptive change of the threshold helps GPEat to select suitable operators for different dimensions of the PV problem. Several sets of experiments are conducted based on single-, double-, and triple-diode models and PV panel models. The experimental results indicate the highly competitive in parameter estimation for solar PV models of the proposed algorithm. Full article
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A Trench Heterojunction Diode-Integrated 4H-SiC LDMOS with Enhanced Reverse Recovery Characteristics
by Yanjuan Liu, Fangfei Bai and Junpeng Fang
Micromachines 2025, 16(8), 909; https://doi.org/10.3390/mi16080909 (registering DOI) - 4 Aug 2025
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In this paper, a novel 4H-SiC LDMOS structure with a trench heterojunction in the source (referred as to THD-LDMOS) is proposed and investigated for the first time, to enhance the reverse recovery performance of its parasitic diode. Compared with 4H-SiC, silicon has a [...] Read more.
In this paper, a novel 4H-SiC LDMOS structure with a trench heterojunction in the source (referred as to THD-LDMOS) is proposed and investigated for the first time, to enhance the reverse recovery performance of its parasitic diode. Compared with 4H-SiC, silicon has a smaller band energy, which results in a lower built-in potential for the junction formed by P+ polysilicon and a 4N-SiC N-drift region. A trench P+ polysilicon is introduced in the source side, forming a heterojunction with the N-drift region, and this heterojunction is unipolar and connected in parallel with the body PiN diode. When the LDMOS operates as a freewheeling diode, the trench heterojunction conducts first, preventing the parasitic PiN from turning on and thereby significantly reducing the number of carriers in the N-drift region. Consequently, THD-LDMOS exhibits superior reverse recovery characteristics. The simulation results indicate that the reverse recovery peak current and reverse recovery charge of THD-LDMOS are reduced by 55.5% and 77.6%, respectively, while the other basic electrical characteristics remains unaffected. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Advanced Wide Bandgap Semiconductor Materials and Devices)
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Advances in Interfacial Engineering and Structural Optimization for Diamond Schottky Barrier Diodes
by Shihao Lu, Xufang Zhang, Shichao Wang, Mingkun Li, Shuopei Jiao, Yuesong Liang, Wei Wang and Jing Zhang
Materials 2025, 18(15), 3657; https://doi.org/10.3390/ma18153657 - 4 Aug 2025
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Diamond, renowned for its exceptional electrical, physical, and chemical properties, including ultra-wide bandgap, superior hardness, high thermal conductivity, and unparalleled stability, serves as an ideal candidate for next-generation high-power and high-temperature electronic devices. Among diamond-based devices, Schottky barrier diodes (SBDs) have garnered significant [...] Read more.
Diamond, renowned for its exceptional electrical, physical, and chemical properties, including ultra-wide bandgap, superior hardness, high thermal conductivity, and unparalleled stability, serves as an ideal candidate for next-generation high-power and high-temperature electronic devices. Among diamond-based devices, Schottky barrier diodes (SBDs) have garnered significant attention due to their simple architecture and superior rectifying characteristics. This review systematically summarizes recent advances in diamond SBDs, focusing on both metal–semiconductor (MS) and metal–interlayer–semiconductor (MIS) configurations. For MS structures, we critically analyze the roles of single-layer metals (including noble metals, transition metals, and other metals) and multilayer metals in modulating Schottky barrier height (SBH) and enhancing thermal stability. However, the presence of interface-related issues such as high densities of surface states and Fermi level pinning often leads to poor control of the SBH, limiting device performance and reliability. To address these challenges and achieve high-quality metal/diamond interfaces, researchers have proposed various interface engineering strategies. In particular, the introduction of interfacial layers in MIS structures has emerged as a promising approach. For MIS architectures, functional interlayers—including high-k materials (Al2O3, HfO2, SnO2) and low-work-function materials (LaB6, CeB6)—are evaluated for their efficacy in interface passivation, barrier modulation, and electric field control. Terminal engineering strategies, such as field-plate designs and surface termination treatments, are also highlighted for their role in improving breakdown voltage. Furthermore, we emphasize the limitations in current parameter extraction from current–voltage (I–V) properties and call for a unified new method to accurately determine SBH. This comprehensive analysis provides critical insights into interface engineering strategies and evaluation protocols for high-performance diamond SBDs, paving the way for their reliable deployment in extreme conditions. Full article
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385 nm AlGaN Near-Ultraviolet Micro Light-Emitting Diode Arrays with WPE 30.18% Realized Using an AlN-Inserted Hole Spreading Enhancement S Electron Blocking Layer
by Qi Nan, Shuhan Zhang, Jiahao Yao, Yun Zhang, Hui Ding, Qian Fan, Xianfeng Ni and Xing Gu
Coatings 2025, 15(8), 910; https://doi.org/10.3390/coatings15080910 (registering DOI) - 3 Aug 2025
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In this work, we demonstrate high-efficiency 385 nm AlGaN-based near-ultraviolet micro light emitting diode (NUV-Micro LED) arrays. The epi structure is prepared using a novel AlN-inserted superlattice electrical blocking layer which enhances hole spreading in the p-type region significantly. The NUV-Micro LED arrays [...] Read more.
In this work, we demonstrate high-efficiency 385 nm AlGaN-based near-ultraviolet micro light emitting diode (NUV-Micro LED) arrays. The epi structure is prepared using a novel AlN-inserted superlattice electrical blocking layer which enhances hole spreading in the p-type region significantly. The NUV-Micro LED arrays in this work comprise 228 chips in parallel with wavelengths at 385 nm, and each single chip size is 15 × 30 μm2. Compared with conventional bulk AlGaN-based EBL structures, the NUV-Micro LED arrays that implemented the new hole spreading enhanced superlattice electrical blocking layer (HSESL-EBL) structure proposed in this work had a remarkable increase in light output power (LOP) at current density, increasing the range down from 0.02 A/cm2 to as high as 97 A/cm2. The array’s light output power is increased up to 1540% at the lowest current density 0.02 A/cm2, and up to 58% at the highest current density 97 A/cm2, measured under room temperature (RT); consequently, the WPE is increased from 13.4% to a maximum of 30.18%. This AlN-inserted HESEL-EBL design significantly enhances both the lateral expansion efficiency and the hole injection efficiency into the multi quantum well (MQW) in the arrays, improving the concentration distribution of the holes in MQW while maintaining good suppression of electron leakage. The array’s efficiency droop has also been greatly reduced. Full article
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Different Light Wavelengths Differentially Influence the Progression of the Hypersensitive Response Induced by Pathogen Infection in Tobacco
by Bao Quoc Tran, Anh Trung Nguyen and Sunyo Jung
Antioxidants 2025, 14(8), 954; https://doi.org/10.3390/antiox14080954 (registering DOI) - 3 Aug 2025
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Using light-emitting diodes (LEDs), we examined how different light wavelengths influence the hypersensitive response (HR) in tobacco plants infected with Pseudomonas syringae pv. tomato (Pst). Pst-infiltrated plants exhibited greater resistance to Pst infection under green and blue light compared to white and red [...] Read more.
Using light-emitting diodes (LEDs), we examined how different light wavelengths influence the hypersensitive response (HR) in tobacco plants infected with Pseudomonas syringae pv. tomato (Pst). Pst-infiltrated plants exhibited greater resistance to Pst infection under green and blue light compared to white and red light, as indicated by reduced HR-associated programmed cell death, lower H2O2 production, and up to 64% reduction in membrane damage. During the late stage of HR, catalase and ascorbate peroxidase activities peaked under green and blue LEDs, with 5- and 10-fold increases, respectively, while superoxide dismutase activity was higher under white and red LEDs. Defense-related genes CHS1, PALa, PR1, and PR2 were more strongly induced by white and red light. The plants treated with green or blue LEDs during Pst infection prompted faster degradation of phototoxic Mg-porphyrins and exhibited smaller declines in Fv/Fm, electron transport rate, chlorophyll content, and LHCB expression compared to those treated with white or red LEDs. By contrast, the induction of the chlorophyll catabolic gene SGR was 54% and 77% lower in green and blue LEDs, respectively, compared to white LEDs. This study demonstrates that light quality differentially affects Pst-mediated HR, with green and blue light more effectively suppressing HR progression, mainly by reducing oxidative stress through enhanced antioxidative capacity and mitigation of photosynthetic impairments. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Oxidative Stress and Antioxidant Defense in Crop Plants, 2nd Edition)
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New Method for the Determination of Lamotrigine in Human Saliva Using SPE-LC-DAD
by Ewelina Dziurkowska, Aleksandra Michalak, Alina Plenis and Maciej Dziurkowski
Molecules 2025, 30(15), 3237; https://doi.org/10.3390/molecules30153237 - 1 Aug 2025
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(1) Background: The concentration of lamotrigine, an antiepileptic drug very often used in bipolar disorder, is most often determined in the blood, with many inconveniences. An alternative may be to use saliva as a diagnostic material for this purpose. The development of a [...] Read more.
(1) Background: The concentration of lamotrigine, an antiepileptic drug very often used in bipolar disorder, is most often determined in the blood, with many inconveniences. An alternative may be to use saliva as a diagnostic material for this purpose. The development of a method to determine lamotrigine in saliva as a biological material significantly improves patient comfort during sampling. The developed method uses solid-phase extraction for the isolation of the drug from saliva for the first time. (2) Methods: This study aimed to develop a method to determine lamotrigine in saliva using solid-phase extraction (SPE) for isolation and liquid chromatography with a diode array detector (LC-DAD) for quantitative analysis. (3) Results: The method was validated by determining its linearity in the concentration range 10–2000 ng/mL (R2 > 0.99), and the intra- and inter-day precision expressed as coefficient of variation (CV%) did not exceed 15%. (4) Conclusions: The developed method was used to determine the salivary concentration of lamotrigine in patients treated with the studied compound, confirming its usefulness in bipolar disorder (BD). Full article
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Ultra-Small Temperature Sensing Units with Fitting Functions for Accurate Thermal Management
by Samuel Heikens and Degang Chen
Metrology 2025, 5(3), 46; https://doi.org/10.3390/metrology5030046 - 1 Aug 2025
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Thermal management is an area of study in electronics focused on managing temperature to improve reliability and efficiency. When temperatures are too high, cooling systems are activated to prevent overheating, which can lead to reliability issues. To monitor the temperatures, sensors are often [...] Read more.
Thermal management is an area of study in electronics focused on managing temperature to improve reliability and efficiency. When temperatures are too high, cooling systems are activated to prevent overheating, which can lead to reliability issues. To monitor the temperatures, sensors are often placed on-chip near hotspot locations. These sensors should be very small to allow them to be placed among compact, high-activity circuits. Often, they are connected to a central control circuit located far away from the hot spot locations where more area is available. This paper proposes sensing units for a novel temperature sensing architecture in the TSMC 180 nm process. This architecture functions by approximating the current through the sensing unit at a reference voltage, which is used to approximate the temperature in the digital back end using fitting functions. Sensing units are selected based on how well its temperature–current relationship can be modeled, sensing unit area, and power consumption. Many sensing units will be experimented with at different reference voltages. These temperature–current curves will be modeled with various fitting functions. The sensing unit selected is a diode-connected p-type MOSFET (Metal Oxide Semiconductor Field Effect Transistor) with a size of W = 400 nm, L = 180 nm. This sensing unit is exceptionally small compared to existing work because it does not rely on multiple devices at the sensing unit location to generate a PTAT or IPTAT signal like most work in this area. The temperature–current relationship of this device can also be modeled using a 2nd order polynomial, requiring a minimal number of trim temperatures. Its temperature error is small, and the power consumption is low. The range of currents for this sensing unit could be reasonably made on an IDAC. Full article
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The Impact of Low-Level Laser Irradiation on the Activity of Alpha-Amylase
by Mustafa Salih Al Musawi
Photonics 2025, 12(8), 774; https://doi.org/10.3390/photonics12080774 (registering DOI) - 31 Jul 2025
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Background: Clinical diagnostics, food industries, and biotechnological processes typically use an enzyme called alpha-amylase to metabolize carbohydrates. Objective: The aim of this study is to investigate how low-level laser irradiation (LLLI) affects alpha-amylase activity towards determining the usability of LLLI in non-invasive [...] Read more.
Background: Clinical diagnostics, food industries, and biotechnological processes typically use an enzyme called alpha-amylase to metabolize carbohydrates. Objective: The aim of this study is to investigate how low-level laser irradiation (LLLI) affects alpha-amylase activity towards determining the usability of LLLI in non-invasive enzymatic modulation. Methods: Enzyme solutions were irradiated at 10, 20, 30, and 40 J/cm2 utilizing 589 nm and 532 nm diode-pumped solid-state lasers. The iodine–starch colorimetric method was used to quantify post-irradiation enzymatic activity, with inverse correlations found between absorbance and activity levels. Modulation was determined by the wavelength and dosage. Results: Enzymatic activity significantly improved when utilizing 589 nm irradiation at lower doses, maximizing at 120% at 20 J/cm2 (p < 0.01). Neutral or inhibitory effects were revealed when higher doses were applied. Enzymatic activity showed progressive inhibition when 532 nm irradiation was applied, declining to 75% at 40 J/cm2 (p < 0.01). Conclusions: These outcomes indicate that conformational flexibility and catalytic efficiency occur when applying lower-energy photons at 589 nm, whilst oxidative stress and impaired enzymatic function are induced by higher-energy photons at 532 nm. This is consistent with the biphasic dose–response characteristic of photobiomodulation. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Advanced Technologies in Biophotonics and Medical Physics)
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Effects of Near-Infrared Diode Laser Irradiation on Pain Relief and Neuropeptide Markers During Experimental Tooth Movement in the Periodontal Ligament Tissues of Rats: A Pilot Study
by Kanako Okazaki, Ayaka Nakatani, Ryo Kunimatsu, Isamu Kado, Shuzo Sakata, Hirotaka Kiridoshi and Kotaro Tanimoto
Int. J. Mol. Sci. 2025, 26(15), 7404; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms26157404 - 31 Jul 2025
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Pain following orthodontic treatment is the chief complaint of patients undergoing this form of treatment. Although the use of diode lasers has been suggested for pain reduction, the mechanism of laser-induced analgesic effects remains unclear. Neuropeptides, such as substance P (SP) and calcitonin [...] Read more.
Pain following orthodontic treatment is the chief complaint of patients undergoing this form of treatment. Although the use of diode lasers has been suggested for pain reduction, the mechanism of laser-induced analgesic effects remains unclear. Neuropeptides, such as substance P (SP) and calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP), contribute to the transmission and maintenance of inflammatory pain. Heat shock protein (HSP) 70 plays a protective role against various stresses, including orthodontic forces. This study aimed to examine the effects of diode laser irradiation on neuropeptides and HSP 70 expression in periodontal tissues induced by experimental tooth movement (ETM). For inducing ETM for 24 h, 50 g of orthodontic force was applied using a nickel–titanium closed-coil spring to the upper left first molar and the incisors of 20 male Sprague Dawley rats (7 weeks old). The right side without ETM treatment was considered the untreated control group. In 10 rats, diode laser irradiation was performed on the buccal and palatal sides of the first molar for 90 s with a total energy of 100.8 J/cm2. A near-infrared (NIR) laser with a 808 nm wavelength, 7 W peak power, 560 W average power, and 20 ms pulse width was used for the experiment. We measured the number of facial groomings and vacuous chewing movements (VCMs) in the ETM and ETM + laser groups. Immunohistochemical staining of the periodontal tissue with SP, CGRP, and HSP 70 was performed. The number of facial grooming and VCM periods significantly decreased in the ETM + laser group compared to the ETM group. Moreover, the ETM + laser group demonstrated significant suppression of SP, CGRP, and HSP 70 expression. These results suggest that the diode laser demonstrated analgesic effects on ETM-induced pain by inhibiting SP and CGRP expression, and decreased HSP 70 expression shows alleviation of cell damage. Thus, although further validation is warranted for human applications, an NIR diode laser can be used for reducing pain and neuropeptide markers during orthodontic tooth movement. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Advances in Photobiomodulation Therapy)
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Optical and Photoconversion Properties of Ce3+-Doped (Ca,Y)3(Mg,Sc)2Si3O12 Films Grown via LPE Method onto YAG and YAG:Ce Substrates
by Anna Shakhno, Vitalii Gorbenko, Tetiana Zorenko, Aleksandr Fedorov and Yuriy Zorenko
Materials 2025, 18(15), 3590; https://doi.org/10.3390/ma18153590 - 30 Jul 2025
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This work presents a comprehensive study of the structural, luminescent, and photoconversion properties of epitaxial composite phosphor converters based on single crystalline films of Ce3+-activated Ca2−xY1+xMg1+xSc1−xSi3O12:Ce (x = 0–0.25) [...] Read more.
This work presents a comprehensive study of the structural, luminescent, and photoconversion properties of epitaxial composite phosphor converters based on single crystalline films of Ce3+-activated Ca2−xY1+xMg1+xSc1−xSi3O12:Ce (x = 0–0.25) (CYMSSG:Ce) garnet, grown using the liquid phase epitaxy (LPE) method on single-crystal Y3Al5O12 (YAG) and YAG:Ce substrates. The main goal of this study is to elucidate the structure–composition–property relationships that influence the photoluminescence and photoconversion efficiency of these film–substrate composite converters, aiming to optimize their performance in high-power white light-emitting diode (WLED) applications. Systematic variation in the Y3+/Sc3+/Mg2+ cationic ratios within the garnet structure, combined with the controlled tuning of film thickness (ranging from 19 to 67 µm for CYMSSG:Ce/YAG and 10–22 µm for CYMSSG:Ce/YAG:Ce structures), enabled the precise modulation of their photoconversion properties. Prototypes of phosphor-converted WLEDs (pc-WLEDs) were developed based on these epitaxial structures to assess their performance and investigate how the content and thickness of SCFs affect the colorimetric properties of SCFs and composite converters. Clear trends were observed in the Ce3+ emission peak position, intensity, and color rendering, induced by the Y3+/Sc3+/Mg2+ cation substitution in the film converter, film thickness, and activator concentrations in the substrate and film. These results may be useful for the design of epitaxial phosphor converters with tunable emission spectra based on the epitaxially grown structures of garnet compounds. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Materials Physics)
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Comparison of the Trueness of Complete Dentures Fabricated Using Liquid Crystal Display 3D Printing According to Build Angle and Natural Light Exposure
by Haeri Kim, KeunBaDa Son, So-Yeun Kim and Kyu-Bok Lee
J. Funct. Biomater. 2025, 16(8), 277; https://doi.org/10.3390/jfb16080277 - 30 Jul 2025
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The dimensional accuracy of the intaglio surface of complete dentures fabricated using liquid crystal display (LCD) three-dimensional (3D) printing might be influenced by the build angle and post-processing storage conditions. This study evaluated the effect of build angle and natural light exposure duration [...] Read more.
The dimensional accuracy of the intaglio surface of complete dentures fabricated using liquid crystal display (LCD) three-dimensional (3D) printing might be influenced by the build angle and post-processing storage conditions. This study evaluated the effect of build angle and natural light exposure duration on the intaglio surface trueness of maxillary complete denture bases. Standardized denture base designs (2 mm uniform thickness) were fabricated using an LCD 3D printer (Lilivis Print; Huvitz, Seoul, Republic of Korea) at build angles of 0°, 45°, and 90° (n = 7 per group). All specimens were printed using the same photopolymer resin (Tera Harz Denture; Graphy, Seoul, Republic of Korea) and identical printing parameters, followed by ultrasonic cleaning and ultraviolet post-curing. Specimens were stored under controlled light-emitting diode lighting and exposed to natural light (400–800 lux) for 0, 14, or 30 days. The intaglio surfaces were scanned and superimposed on the original design data, following the International Organization for Standardization 12836. Quantitative assessment included root mean square deviation, mean deviation, and tolerance percentage. Statistical analyses were performed using one-way analysis of variance and paired t-tests (α = 0.05). Build angle and light exposure duration significantly affected surface trueness (p < 0.05). The 90° build angle group exhibited the highest accuracy and dimensional stability, while the 0° group showed the greatest deviations (p < 0.05). These findings underscore the importance of optimizing build orientation and storage conditions in denture 3D printing. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Bio-Additive Manufacturing in Materials Science)
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Viral Inactivation by Light-Emitting Diodes: Action Spectra Reveal Genomic Damage as the Primary Mechanism
by Kazuaki Mawatari, Yasuko Kadomura-Ishikawa, Takahiro Emoto, Yushi Onoda, Kai Ishida, Sae Toda, Takashi Uebanso, Toshihiko Aizawa, Shigeharu Yamauchi, Yasuo Fujikawa, Tomotake Tanaka, Xing Li, Eduardo Suarez-Lopez, Richard J. Kuhn, Ernest R. Blatchley III and Akira Takahashi
Viruses 2025, 17(8), 1065; https://doi.org/10.3390/v17081065 - 30 Jul 2025
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Irradiation with ultraviolet light-emitting diodes (UV-LEDs) represents a promising method for viral inactivation, but a detailed understanding of the wavelength-dependent action spectra remains limited, particularly across different viral components. In this study, we established standardized UV action spectra for infectivity reduction in pathogenic [...] Read more.
Irradiation with ultraviolet light-emitting diodes (UV-LEDs) represents a promising method for viral inactivation, but a detailed understanding of the wavelength-dependent action spectra remains limited, particularly across different viral components. In this study, we established standardized UV action spectra for infectivity reduction in pathogenic viruses using a system equipped with interchangeable LEDs at 13 different peak wavelengths (250–365 nm). The reduction in viral infectivity induced by UV-LED exposure was strongly related to viral genome damage, whereas no significant degradation of viral structural proteins was detected. Peak virucidal efficiency was observed at 267–270 nm across all tested viruses, representing a slight shift from the traditionally expected 260 nm nucleic acid absorption peak. Enveloped RNA viruses, including influenza A virus, respiratory syncytial virus, and coronavirus, exhibited greater UV sensitivity than nonenveloped viruses such as feline calicivirus and adenovirus. These observations indicate that structural characteristics, such as the presence of an envelope and genome organization, influence UV susceptibility. The wavelength-specific action spectra established in this study provide critical data for optimizing UV-LED disinfection systems to achieve efficient viral inactivation while minimizing energy consumption in healthcare, food safety, and environmental sanitation. Full article
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