Lexie Corner

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Ultraviolet Ozone Pretreatment Boosts Selective PETase Biodegradation in Textiles

23 hours ago | azom.com | Lexie Corner |Nidhi Dhull

Reviewed by Lexie CornerA recent study published in ChemBioChem explores how ultraviolet-ozone (UVO) pretreatment can enhance the enzymatic breakdown of mixed cotton/polyethylene terephthalate (PET) textiles using PETase. The research compares the performance of wild-type PETase (WT) and an improved mutant version (MUT S238F/W159H), and evaluates three pretreatment methods aimed at increasing enzyme accessibility: alkali treatment, UVO exposure, and natural sunlight weathering.
THz Spectroscopy Improves Hazard Detection in Mail Packages

2 days ago | azooptics.com | Lexie Corner |Muhammad Osama

Reviewed by Lexie CornerA recent study in the International Journal of Optics introduces a new spectral reconstruction technique designed to improve terahertz (THz) spectroscopy for non-invasive detection of hazardous substances in mail. In response to growing security concerns, especially with the surge in global e-commerce, researchers aimed to enhance detection accuracy and reliability in mail screening systems by improving how hidden materials are identified inside packages.
Self-Healing Polymer Glasses: A Breakthrough in Material Science

3 days ago | azom.com | Lexie Corner |Muhammad Osama

Reviewed by Lexie CornerA recent study in Nature Communications explores a novel approach to self-healing in polymer glasses—using controlled oscillatory movements to boost molecular mobility and repair cracks. This technique aims to address one of the longstanding challenges in material science: enhancing durability without sacrificing structural integrity. By doing so, it offers a promising pathway for developing tough, sustainable materials suited for a wide range of industrial applications.
Improving Aqueous Zinc-Ion Batteries with Linear Polymer Cathodes

3 days ago | azom.com | Lexie Corner |Muhammad Osama

Reviewed by Lexie CornerA recent study published in Advanced Science examines how the structure of linear polymer cathodes affects the performance of aqueous zinc-ion batteries (AZIBs). Focusing on the role of active site density, the researchers synthesized two polymers (TABQ-DHBQ and TAPT-DHBQ) and used a combination of experiments and theoretical modeling to test a key assumption in battery design: that more active sites always translate to better energy storage.
How Are Gut Organoids Used to Model Human Digestive Function?

6 days ago | azolifesciences.com | Lexie Corner

Reviewed by Lexie CornerGut organoids are three-dimensional (3D), stem cell-derived structures that mimic the cellular composition and functions of the human gastrointestinal (GI) tract.
How is Carbon Fiber Made?

1 week ago | azom.com | Lexie Corner |Owais Ali

Reviewed by Lexie CornerCarbon fiber is known for being incredibly strong, lightweight, and versatile—but how is it actually made? This article breaks down the key stages of carbon fiber manufacturing and shows how different starting materials affect the properties of the final product. Image Credit: Composite_Carbonman/Shutterstock.comWhat is Carbon Fiber?
Restoring Alpha-Synuclein to Support Synaptic Function and Neurotransmission

1 week ago | azolifesciences.com | Lexie Corner |Pooja Toshniwal Paharia

Reviewed by Lexie CornerA recent Nature Communications study explored how synaptic vesicle (SV) composition changes with age and α-synuclein (αSyn)-related disease. The researchers focused on the role of αSyn in maintaining synaptic health, with the goal of informing therapies that could restore normal function by adjusting αSyn levels. This protein, known for accumulating in Lewy bodies, is a key driver of neurodegeneration in disorders such as Parkinson’s disease (PD).
FaSt-Light: Transforming In Situ Biofabrication for Tissue Repair

1 week ago | azooptics.com | Lexie Corner |Muhammad Osama

Reviewed by Lexie CornerA recent study in Advanced Materials introduces a biofabrication technique called fiber-assisted structured light (FaSt-Light), designed to improve precision and flexibility in in situ tissue engineering. The method uses image guide fibers to deliver structured light, enabling high-resolution photoresin crosslinking for the rapid formation of complex tissue constructs and grafts.
Cigarette Waste as a Source for Sustainable Supercapacitors

1 week ago | azonano.com | Lexie Corner |Noopur Jain

Reviewed by Lexie CornerA recent article in Battery Energy outlines a method for converting cigarette filter waste (CFW) into carbon nanomaterials (CNMs) through a single-step, low-impact pyrolysis process. The goal is to repurpose this common waste material into electrodes for supercapacitors—devices that store energy and charge or discharge quickly, making them useful for clean energy systems.
Field-Based Scanning Electron Microscopy: Real-World Applications Beyond the Lab

1 week ago | azooptics.com | Lexie Corner |ATIF SUHAIL

Reviewed by Lexie CornerField-based scanning electron microscopy (SEM) is changing how surface imaging and microanalysis are conducted outside traditional laboratory environments.