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Density functional theory calculations of the layer (L)-dependent electronic band structure, work function and optical properties of β-InSe have been reported. Owing to the quantum size effects (QSEs) in β-InSe, the band structures exhibit...

Durian (Durio zibethinus Murray) seeds, an underutilized by-product of durian processing, were upcycled into functional flours to elucidate how varietal origin and processing govern structure–function relationships. Durian seed flours from loca...

This paper describes a new pedotransfer function (PTF) for the soil water content of New Zealand soils at seven specific tensions (0, −5, −10, −20, −40, −100, −1500 kPa) using explanatory variables derived from the...

The effects of different Mn concentrations on the generalized stacking fault energies (GSFE) and elastic properties of Mn_xCoCrFeNi high-entropy alloys (HEAs) have been studied via first-principles, which are based on density functional theory. The re...

Forecasting crop chemical characteristics based on soil properties is not only a possible way to spare supplementary sampling and testing, but also a potential method of instructing cultivation planning based on regional soil surveys. In this paper,...

This study aimed to investigate the effect of core stabilization exercises on the contractile properties and isokinetic muscle function of adult females with a sedentary lifestyle. We enrolled 105 adult females. Tensiomyography was performed on the e...

In the paper, (1) in view of a general formula for any derivative of the quotient of two differentiable functions, (2) with the aid of a monotonicity rule for the quotient of two power series, (3) in light of the logarithmic convexity of an elementar...

Functional finishing brings an alteration on the mechanical and surface properties of textile materials and henceforth influences the tactile properties. In this work, Kawabata evaluation systems (KES) for fabrics were utilized to notice the changes...

Refractory high-entropy alloys (RHEAs) are strong candidates for use in high-temperature engineering applications. As such, the thermodynamic properties as a function of temperature for a variety of RHEA systems need to be studied. In the present wor...

Edible flowers have been widely consumed for ages until now. The attractive colors and shapes, exotic aroma, and delightful taste make edible flowers very easy to attain. Moreover, they also provide health benefits for consumers due to the unique com...

Carrot pomace (CP) represents a promising source of dietary fiber with potential applications in functional food systems. This study investigated the effects of enzymatic hydrolysis (Pectinex^® Ultra Tropical, Celluclast^® 1.5 L, and Viscozyme^&...

To explore the effect of micronization on the structural, functional, and antioxidant properties of wheat bran, wheat bran with mean particle size (D₅₀) of 46.08, 34.29, 26.51, 26.35, and 26.05 μm were prepared by using an ultrafine pulverizer und...

Large volumes of waste are generated in the processing operations of the fishing industry. These effluents contain potentially useful proteins. However, it is necessary to concentrate them for utilization. The stickwater (SW) resulting from this oper...

Waste from non-degradable plastics is becoming an increasingly serious problem. Therefore, more and more research focuses on the development of materials with biodegradable properties. Bio-polymers are excellent raw materials for the production of su...

To explore the effects of particle size distribution on its physicochemical, functional, and structural properties, alfalfa leaf powders with mean particle sizes (D₅₀) of 506.1, 246.3, 209.8, 92.01, and 20.68 μm were prepared by sieving. The physi...

Flaxseed is an excellent source of valuable nutrients and is also considered a functional food. There are two types of hydrocolloids in flaxseed: flaxseed gum and proteins. Flaxseed gum exhibits emulsifying and foaming activities or can be used as a...

The Xihu Sag in the East China Sea Basin is located at the edge of the eastern Chinese continent and has great exploration potential. In recent years, the development of low-permeability and tight sandstone gas has become an important area of explora...

A novel class of pseudo-Chebyshev functions has been recently introduced, and the relevant analytical properties in terms of governing differential equation, recurrence formulae, and orthogonality have been analyzed in detail for half-integer degrees...

The milk of mammals is a complex fluid mixture of various proteins, minerals, lipids, and other micronutrients that play a critical role in providing nutrition and immunity to newborns. Casein proteins together with calcium phosphate form large collo...

Soy consumption has been associated with many potential health benefits in reducing chronic diseases such as obesity, cardiovascular disease, insulin-resistance/type II diabetes, certain type of cancers, and immune disorders. These physiological func...

This paper aims to obtain the ${}_{\xi }\mathsf{\Psi }_{\eta }$-extended Whittaker function and its integral representations. This function is defined by using the ${}_{\xi }\mathsf{\Psi }_{\eta }$-confluent hypergeometric function, which was recently extended in terms of the Fox–W...

Adjusting the thermal response properties of a polymeric compound can significantly improve the usability in a selective laser-sintering process. As previously shown, combining a precise amount of coarse and narrow size distribution fine calcium carb...

The properties of a special function which is defined by an integral is presented. The numerical values of this function are tabulated correct to twenty decimal places. The curves of this function and its complementary are plotted. Some properties of...

The Atangana–Baleanu fractional integral and multiplier transformations are two functions successfully used separately in many recently published studies. They were previously combined and the resulting function was applied for obtaining intere...

In this paper, we find some properties of Euler’s function and Dedekind’s function. We also generalize these results, from an algebraic point of view, for extended Euler’s function and extended Dedekind’s function, in algebrai...

In this study, pea residue reserve insoluble diet fiber (hereinafter referred to as pea fiber) was used as a raw material. The effects of γ-irradiation doses (0, 0.5, 1, 2, 3, and 5 kGy) on the structural properties (main composition, particle...

Pulse proteins are being increasingly investigated as nutritious and functional ingredients which could provide alternatives to animal proteins; however, pulse protein ingredients do not always meet the functionality requirements necessary for variou...

Imogolite-type nanotubes (INTs) are one-dimensional inorganic nanotubes distinguished by chemically asymmetric inner and outer surfaces, composition-dependent curvature, tunable porosity, and theoretically predicted radial wall polarization. This cri...

Walnut protein is a high-quality vegetable protein with promising applications in the food industry; however, its potential is hindered by low solubility and associated properties. We utilized various physical modification techniques (cold plasma; ba...

To investigate the effects of different treatment methods on soybean protein amyloid fibrils (SPAF), this study examined the effects of ultrasonication, cold plasma, heat, and NaCl treatment on the formation, structure, and functional properties of S...

This study examined the effects of varying microwave treatment durations (0–120 s) on the structural and functional properties of glycosylated soybean 7S protein. The results indicated that microwaving for 60 s significantly altered the structu...

The aim of this paper is to derive formulae for the generating functions of the Bernstein type polynomials. We give a PDE equation for this generating function. By using this equation, we give recurrence relations for the Bernstein polynomials. Using...

Nostoc flagelliforme is an edible cyanobacterium with excellent food and herbal values. It has been used as food in China for more than 2000 years. Many studies have been focused on improving the yield and bioactivity of Nostoc flagelliforme polysacc...

(1) Background: Functional design is an activity that is part of conceptual design; it aims to clarify customer needs and develop the functional architecture and solution concepts for a product or system under development. The existing functional des...

This paper investigates the effect of multiwalled carbon nanotubes on the mechanical and electrical properties of epoxy resins and epoxy composites. The research concerns multiwalled carbon nanotubes obtained by catalytic chemical vapor deposition, s...

A proper model of Web service non-functional properties is the key foundation to the evaluation of non-functional properties of Adaptive Service Based Software (ASBS) systems. As the environment in which a Web service is deployed may keep changing, e...

Consumer demand for dairy products like cheese and curds has resulted in a rise in whey production, which has caused significant waste and environmental issues. For this reason, improving the functional characteristics of whey proteins and their usag...

This study aimed to examine the physicochemical properties of 30% calcium (Ca)-reduced micellar casein 80% protein powders (RC-MCC) and the functional properties of the resultant dispersions. The calcium reduction in the micellar casein (MCC) powder...

Chicken feathers, an underutilized poultry-processing by-product, are a rich keratin source whose native disulfide-crosslinked structure limits solubility and functional applicability. This study investigated the effects of probe ultrasound treatment...

A protein isolate (85.5%) was obtained from the Vicia faba L. seeds. The main protein fraction, typical for the seeds of this plant, was found to be most numerous: Legumin (35 kDa) and Vicilin (45 kDa). The hydrodynamic and surface properties of isol...

Products such as toothpaste tablets align with the concept of sustainable cosmetic production. The aim of this study was to evaluate the physical and functional properties of toothpaste tablets with different formulations—with and without fluor...

This review aims to understand the techno-functional and structural properties of bean proteins, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses while presenting them as a robust alternative protein source with high potential to become a competitive ingr...

Proteins have the ability to form foam, which is a system consisting of a gas phase dispersed within a continuous phase, either liquid or solid. In certain types of food, the incorporation of gas is important for maintaining quality and sensory attri...

Growing interest in functional food ingredients has led to the exploration of pumpkin flour as a nutritional enhancer in wheat-based products. This study investigated the impact of pumpkin flour incorporation (0–20%) on soft wheat flour blends&...

Moringa oleifera leaf powder (MOLP) is a rich source of antioxidants, protein, minerals, vitamins, and various phytochemicals and has been used to combat malnutrition in many countries. However, despite its many benefits, MOLP has low a solubility in...

As starch is an inexpensive, filmogenic, easily processable and a widely available material, it is a material that can be utilized in the creation of biodegradable films and containers, presenting as a viable alternative to polymers derived from petr...

In this study, hot water treatment (WT), ultrasonic treatment (UT), ultrasonic-sodium hydroxide treatment (UST), ultrasonic-enzyme treatment (UET), and ultrasonic-microwave treatment (UMT) were used to treat sweet potatoes. The structural, physicoche...

Foxtail millet prolamin, one of the major protein constituents of foxtail millet, has garnered attention due to its unique amino acid composition and function. Foxtail millet prolamin exhibits specific physicochemical and functional characteristics,...

Modification of rice protein by extrusion technology can broaden the range of processing and applications for food and feed raw materials. In this study, rice protein was extruded at different screw speeds (100–250 rpm), extrusion temperatures...

Pea protein (PP) was moderately hydrolyzed using four proteolytic enzymes including flavourzyme, neutrase, alcalase, and trypsin to investigate the influence of the degree of hydrolysis (DH) with 2%, 4%, 6%, and 8% on the structural and functional pr...