A novel insecticide acetamiprid detection in wastewater samples by quartz crystal microbalance sensor based on molecularly imprinting polymer and nitrogen sulphur co-doped carbon dots incorporated TiO2 nanoparticles

A new type quartz crystal microbalance (QCM) sensor based on nitrogen sulphur co-doped carbon dots incorporated TiO2 nanoparticles (NSCTi) nanocomposite and molecularly imprinting polymers (MIPs) is presented for acetamiprid (ACE) detection. After the preparation of NSCTi nanocomposite by using microwave irradiation treatment and the hydrothermal method, QCM chip modified NSCTi nanocomposite was developed by using the interaction between gold and sulphur. Then, MIPs based on QCM chip modified NSCTi nanocomposite was designed via the spin coating method providing mono-layered and homogeneous QCM surface in presence of methacryloylamidoglutamic acid (MAGA) as monomer and N, N′-azobisisobutyronitrile (AIBN) as initiator. After the characterization investigations, the linearity in the range 1.0 × 10− 9 – 2.0 × 10− 8 M with a detection limit (LOD) of 3.3 × 10− 10 M was calculated for ACE. Finally, the developed QCM sensor was applied to wastewater samples with high recovery. © The Author(s), under exclusive licence to Springer-Verlag GmbH Austria, part of Springer Nature 2026

Evaluation of aggregate-cement paste Interface: Effects of aggregate characteristics on acid attack and permeability of concrete

This investigation systematically evaluates the influence of aggregate type (basalt, white limestone, and brown limestone) and nominal size (10, 14, and 20 mm) on the characteristics of the interfacial transition zone (ITZ) and the durability of plain concrete, specifically its acid resistance and water permeability. The experimental program involved a comprehensive characterization approach. Aggregate surface roughness was quantified using a surface profilometer. The ITZ’s microstructural and mechanical properties were analyzed via SEM, XRD, and direct tensile testing. Durability was assessed by evaluating acid resistance—determined by mass and compressive strength loss after 30-day immersion in 5 % H 2 SO 4 —and water permeability, measured in accordance with BS EN 12390–8:2019. The findings revealed that fractured aggregate surfaces significantly enhanced bond strength over sawn counterparts. A key mechanistic insight is that the nature of roughness, not just its magnitude, governs performance: naturally fractured aggregates are significantly rougher, with basalt’s texture defined by high peaks (promoting mechanical interlocking) and limestone’s by deep valleys. Basalt’s chemical reactivity further improved the ITZ by consuming portlandite to create a denser, stronger interface, whereas limestone produced a more porous ITZ with unhydrated phases. Consequently, concrete incorporating basalt demonstrated superior acid resistance, with the least strength degradation and lowest permeability. White limestone performed moderately, while brown limestone showed the poorest resistance. Water penetration results aligned with these observations, confirming basalt concrete as the least permeable. For all aggregate types, using smaller sizes effectively mitigated acid damage and reduced permeability. The study underscores basalt’s suitability for acidic environments due to its reactivity and ITZ refinement, stressing that aggregate selection and size are critical for designing durable concrete in corrosive conditions

The effect of COPD stage on self-care management in COPD Patients: The mediating role of illness perception

Background: Determining the stage of COPD is essential for disease prognosis and management. Self-care management is among the basic elements of non-pharmacological treatment in COPD patients and is associated with illness perception. Objective: The current study aimed to investigate the mediating role of illness perception in the relationship between COPD stage and self-care management. Methods: The research was conducted in the chest diseases outpatient clinic of a hospital located in the eastern Mediterranean region between July 2024 and January 2025. The cross-sectional and predictive correlational research was completed with 145 patients. The patient descriptive form, the Brief Illness Perception Questionnaire, and the Self-Care Management Processes-Guarding Scale were used to collect data. Descriptive statistics were used in the data analysis, and SPSS Process Macro Model 4 was utilized to test the mediating role. Results: A positive and moderately significant relationship was identified between COPD stage and illness perception. A negative and moderate relationship was found between COPD stage and self-care management. Furthermore, a negative and highly significant relationship was determined between illness perception and self-care management. It was observed that COPD stage and illness perception were significant predictors of self-care management. Since the indirect effect of COPD stage on self-care management was significant, it was revealed that illness perception mediated COPD stage and self-care management. Conclusion: It is essential to assess COPD stage and illness perception when evaluating self-care management in COPD patients and in patient care. © 2025 Elsevier Inc

A qualitative exploration of fathers' perceived roles and emotional experiences during their infant's hospitalization in the neonatal intensive care unit

Objective: This study aimed to explore the emotional experiences, perceived roles, and support needs of fathers whose infants were hospitalized in Neo natal Intensive Care Units (NICUs). Methods: Adescriptive qualitative designwitha phenomenologicalapproachwasemployed.Datawerecollected betweenMarchandMay2025intheNICUofapublichospitalinsouthernTürkiye.In-depth,semi-structuredinterviews were conducted with 27 Turkish-speaking fathers whose infants had been hospitalized in the NICU for at least one month. Thematic analysis, supported by NVi vo 12 software, was used to interpret the data. Results: Theanalysisrevealedfourcentralthemes:(1)emotionalresponsesandsupportneeds,(2)perceptionsof the paternal role, (3) communication with healthcare professionals, and (4) the impact of the NICU experience on family dynamics. Fathers commonly reported intense emotional distress such as anxiety, helplessness, and fear amplified bylimitedaccesstoinformation.Many felt excluded from caregiving due to institutionalpractices prioritizing maternal involvement. Effective communication with healthcare professionals was reported to ease emotionalburden,whileimpersonalorinconsistentinteractionscontributedtodistress.TheNICUexperienceinf luenced familydynamics indualways,strengthening familial bonds for someand causingemotional fatigue for others. Conclusions: The findingsunderscoretheneedforinclusive,father-sensitive practicesinNICUsto promote paternal engagement and emotional well-being. Implications for Practice : Implementing culturally responsive and father-focused strategies such as clear communication, flexible visitation, and inclusive caregiving policies can enhance family-centered care and foster greater paternal involvement an d resilience. © 2025 Elsevier Inc. All rights are reserved, including those for text and data minin g, AI training, and similar technologies

Biopsychosocial-based exercise model for rheumatic diseases via telerehabilitation: A case series with a one year follow up

Purpose: This study aims to examine the sustainability of the biopsychosocial exercise performed by telerehabilitation on individuals with rheumatic disease, with and without supervision, and investigate the effect of the biopsychosocial-based exercise model on biopsychosocial status, general health status, and anxiety-depression levels of individuals. Method: Twenty patients with rheumatic diseases performed a biopsychosocial-based exercise model Cognitive Exercise Therapy Approach via telerehabilitation with physiotherapist-supervised and unsupervised exercises who continued for three sessions per week for 12 months. Outcome measures were Health Assessment Questionnaire, Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, and Cognitive Exercise Therapy Approach-Biopsychosocial Questionnaire. Patients were assessed at baseline, 3rd, 6th, 9th, and 12th months. Results: There was no significant difference by time for Health Assessment Questionnaire (p=0.512) and Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale-anxiety and depression scores (p=0.162 and p=0.825, respectively) between the five measures at the one-year followup. Similarly, there is no significant difference in Cognitive Exercise Therapy Approach-Biopsychosocial Questionnaire score outcomes by time (p=0.184). Conclusion: In this study a group of rheumatic patients with face-to-face biopsychosocial exercise habits were able to maintain their exercise habits with realtime telerehabilitation with or without supervised during the 1-year follow-up period during the COVID-19 pandemic was shown. Although there was no improvement in the parameters during the pandemic period when social isolation and depression-anxiety disorders increased, the level of recovery which individuals had previously gained was not adversely affected and the healing properties were preserved with the help of telerehabilitation

The effect of a stress ball on pain and anxiety during sharp debridement in patients with diabetic foot ulcers: A randomized controlled, single-blind study

Objective: The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of using a stress ball during sharp debridement on the pain and anxiety in patients with diabetic foot ulcers. Methods: This study with a randomized, controlled and single-blind design was conducted at a single-center on patients diagnosed with diabetic foot ulcers who were being treated at the endocrinology and metabolic diseases clinic of a university hospital. Patients in the intervention group started using a stress ball before the debridement procedure and continued to use it until the procedure ended. No intervention was made to the patients in the control group. Data were collected by using the Descriptive Information Form, Diabetic Foot Meggit-Wagner Classification, Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), and State Anxiety Inventory (STAI). Results: The study was completed with a total of 76 patients, 38 each in the intervention and control groups. The use of stress balls led to a reduction in anxiety and pain symptoms in the intervention group. The anxiety score of the patients in the intervention group was also found to be statistically significantly lower than those in the control group after the procedure (p = 0.008; η2 = 0,091). The VAS scores of the patients in the intervention group were found to be statistically significantly lower than those in the control group both during (p < 0.001; η2 = 0.348) and after (p < 0.001; η2 = 0.438) the procedure. Conclusions: The use of a stress ball was found to be an effective method of reducing the level of pain and anxiety that occurs during the sharp debridement procedure. Stress ball application is a practical, easy, and cost-effective non-pharmacological method. Clinical trial number: The study was recorded in the ClinicalTrials.gov website with the number NCT06316115. © 2025 The Author

Temporomandibular disfonksiyon ilişkili baş ağrısı olan hastalarda manuel tedavi ile bilişsel egzersiz terapi yaklaşımının baş ağrısı ve yaşam kalitesi üzerine etkileri

Bu çalışma temporomandibular disfonksiyon ilişkili baş ağrısı olan bireylerde Manuel Tedavi ve Bilişsel Egzersiz Terapi Yaklaşımının baş ağrısı, uyku kalitesi, depresyon, anksiyete, yorgunluk ve yaşam kalitesi üzerindeki etkilerini karşılaştırmalı olarak incelemeyi amaçladı. Çalışmaya katılan 62 birey, randomize olarak Manuel Tedavi (MT) (n=22), Bilişsel Egzersiz Terapi Yaklaşımı (BETY) (n=20) ve Kontrol Grubu (n=20) olmak üzere üç gruba ayrıldı. MT grubuna; ev egzersizi ve hasta eğitimiyle birlikte tetik nokta tedavisi, miyofasyal gevşetme, temporomandibular eklem (TME) ve servikal mobilizasyon, TME yumuşak doku mobilizasyonu, servikal bölge kaslarına germe, çiğneme kaslarına kas enerji tekniği ve oksipital, temporoparietal bölgelere gevşetme teknikleri uygulandı. BETY grubuna ev egzersizi ve hasta eğitimi ile birlikte fonksiyon odaklı gövde stabilizasyon egzersizleri, duygu durum bilgi yönetimi (dans terapi-otantik hareket) ve BETY ağrı yönetimi eğitimi verildi. Kontrol grubu ise ev egzersizi ve hasta eğitimi aldı. MT ve BETY eğitimi haftada iki gün, 45 dakika süreyle 8 hafta boyunca uygulandı. Kontrol grubundan ise haftada beş gün, günde bir kez 30-35 dk süreyle 8 hafta boyunca ev egzersizlerini yapmaları istenildi. Bireylerin demografik verileri kaydedilerek, klinik değerlendirmeler kapsamında postür analizi, servikal ve temporomandibular eklem hareket açıklığı, ağrı şiddeti (Vizüel Analog Skalası ve McGill Ağrı Ölçeği-Kısa Form) ve tetik nokta hassasiyeti incelendi. Kasların viskoelastik özellikleri MyotonPro, basınç ağrı eşiği ölçümleri ise algometre ile yapıldı. Bireylerin biyopsikososyal durumlarını değerlendirmek amacıyla, biyopsikososyal temelli bir ölçüm aracı olan Bilişsel Egzersiz Terapi Yaklaşımı - Biopsychosocial Questionnairre (BETY-BQ) uygulandı. Ayrıca Çene Fonksiyon Kısıtlılık Skalası (ÇFKS), Ağız Sağlığı Etki Profili-14 (OHIP-14), Pittsburgh Uyku Kalite İndeksi (PUKİ), Boyun Özürlülük İndeksi (BÖİ), Yorgunluk Şiddet Ölçeği (YŞÖ), Baş Ağrısı Etki Testi (HİT-6), Hastane Anksiyete ve Depresyon ölçeği (HADS) ve hasta memnuniyeti ölçekleri olan Hasta Memnuniyet Anketi (PSQ-18) ve Küresel Değişim Değerlendirmesi ölçeği (GROC) kullanılarak fonksiyonel durum ve yaşam kalitesi değerlendirildi. 8 haftalık tedavi sonrası ve 5. ay takip değerlendirmelerinde, her üç grupta da çene, baş ve boyun bölgesindeki ağrılar, tetik nokta hassasiyeti, kasların viskoelastik özellikleri, çene fonksiyonu, servikal ve temporomandibular eklem hareket açıklığı, uyku kalitesi ve yorgunluk düzeylerinde anlamlı iyileşmeler gözlendi (p<0.05). MT grubu, 8. hafta sonunda diğer gruplara kıyasla daha belirgin iyileşme gösterdi. Ancak, 5. ay değerlendirmelerinde BETY grubunun kazanımlarının daha kalıcı olduğu ve iyileşmeler olduğu kaydedildi (p<0.05). Sonuç olarak, TMD ile ilişkili baş ağrısı olan bireylerde ağrı şiddeti, uyku kalitesi, yorgunluk, depresyon, anksiyete ve yaşam kalitesi gibi parametrelerde BETY, uzun dönem sonuçlar yönüyle manuel tedaviye kıyasla daha kalıcı etkiler sağladı. Gelecek çalışmalarda, her iki yaklaşımın birlikte uygulanmasının uzun süreli etkileri araştırılmalıdır.This study aimed to comparatively investigate the effects of Manual Therapyand Cognitive Exercise Therapy Approachon headache, sleep quality, depression, anxiety, fatigue, and quality of life in individuals with temporomandibular dysfunction-related headache. A total of 62 participants were randomly assigned to three groups: Manual Therapy (MT) (n=22), Cognitive Exercise Therapy Approach (BETY) (n=20), and Control Group (n=20). The MT group received home exercises and patient education alongside trigger point therapy, myofascial release, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and cervical mobilization, TMJ soft tissue mobilization, stretching of cervical muscles, muscle energy technique for masticatory muscles, and relaxation techniques for the occipital, temporal, and parietal regions. The BETY group was provided with home exercises, patient education, along with function-focused corestabilization exercises, dance therapy-authentic movements, and pain management education. The control group received only home exercises and patient education. The MT and BETY interventions were administeredtwice weekly for 45 minutes over 8 weeks. The control group was instructed to perform home exercises five days a week, once a daily, for 30-35 minutes, over 8 weeks. Participants' demographic data were recorded, and clinical assessments included posture analysis, cervical and TMJ range of motion, pain intensity (Visual Analogue Scale and McGill Pain Questionnaire-Short Form), and trigger point sensitivity. Muscle viscoelastic properties were measured using Myoton Pro, and pressure pain threshold measurements were conducted with an algometer (Wagner Instruments). The biopsychosocial status of participants was evaluated using the Cognitive Exercise Therapy Approach – Biopsychosocial Questionnaire (BETY-BQ). Additionally, functional status and quality of life were assessed using the Jaw Function Limitation Scale (JFLS), Oral Health Impact Profile-14 (OHIP-14), Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), Neck Disability Index (NDI), Fatigue Severity Scale (FSS), Headache Impact Test (HIT-6), Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) and patient satisfaction measures including the Patient Satisfaction Questionnaire Short Form (PSQ-18) and Global Rating of Change (GROC). Post-treatment evaluations at 8weeks and the follow-up assessments at 5 months revealed significant improvements in all three groups in pain levels in the jaw, head, and neck regions, trigger point sensitivity, muscle viscoelastic properties, jaw function, cervical and TMJ range of motion, sleep quality, and fatigue levels (p<0.05). The MT group showed more pronounced improvements than the other groups at the end of the 8th week (p<0.05). However, at the 5-month follow-up, The BETY group demonstrated more sustained benefits with statistically significant improvements (p<0.05). In conclusion, for individuals with TMD-related headaches, BETY provided more sustained effectson pain intensity, sleep quality, fatigue, depression, anxiety, and quality of life compared to MT in the long term. Future studies should investigate the long-term effects of combining both approaches

Square-difference factor absorbing primary ideals of commutative rings

Let R be a commutative ring with identity. A proper ideal I of a ring R is called a square-difference factor absorbing primary ideal of R if for a , b ∈ R , whenever a 2 − b 2 ∈ I , then a + b ∈ √ I or a − b ∈ I . Several characterizations and properties of this class of ideals are presented. Various examples are provided to illustrate the obtained results and demonstrate the applicability of our findings. Furthermore, the properties of this class of ideals are investigated in extensions of rings

Catalytic Nanomaterials for Soil and Groundwater Remediation: Global Research Trends (2010–2024)

Download PDFsettingsOrder Article Reprints Open AccessReview Catalytic Nanomaterials for Soil and Groundwater Remediation: Global Research Trends (2010–2024) by Motasem Y. D. Alazaiza 1,*ORCID,Tharaa M. Alzghoul 2ORCID,Madhusudhan Bangalore Ramu 1,*ORCID andDia Eddin Nassani 3ORCID 1 Department of Civil and Construction Engineering, College of Engineering, A’Sharqiyah University, Ibra 400, Oman 2 Department of Civil Engineering, School of Engineering, The University of Jordan, Amman 11942, Jordan 3 Department of Civil Engineering, Hasan Kalyoncu University, Gaziantep 27500, Turkey * Authors to whom correspondence should be addressed. Catalysts 2025, 15(10), 981; https://doi.org/10.3390/catal15100981 Submission received: 17 September 2025 / Revised: 8 October 2025 / Accepted: 11 October 2025 / Published: 14 October 2025 (This article belongs to the Special Issue Sustainable Catalysis for Green Chemistry and Energy Transition, 2nd Edition) Downloadkeyboard_arrow_down Browse Figures Versions Notes Abstract This study presents a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of 217 publications on nanomaterials for soil and groundwater remediation, sourced from the Scopus database, covering the period from 2010 to 2024. The findings highlight significant contributions from various countries, with India identified as the leading contributor, followed by China and the United States. This reflects robust international collaboration in addressing environmental contamination. The analysis also identifies influential journals in this field, particularly “Science of the Total Environment” and “Environmental Science and Technology”, which are recognized for their high citation impact and play a crucial role in disseminating research findings and advancing knowledge in nanomaterials for environmental remediation. A keyword co-occurrence analysis reveals six distinct clusters that emphasize critical research themes. The first cluster focuses on environmental toxicity, underscoring the risks posed by contaminants, particularly heavy metals and emerging pollutants such as PFAS, highlighting the need for advanced monitoring strategies. The second cluster showcases innovative nanoremediation technologies, particularly zero-valent iron (nZVI) and carbon nanotubes (CNTs), which are noted for their effectiveness in pollutant removal despite challenges like surface passivation and high production costs. The third cluster addresses heavy metals and phytoremediation, advocating integrated strategies that enhance crop resilience while managing soil contamination. The fourth cluster explores photocatalysis and advanced oxidation processes, demonstrating how nanomaterials can enhance pollutant degradation through light-activated catalytic methods. The fifth cluster emphasizes adsorption mechanisms for specific contaminants, such as arsenic and pharmaceuticals, suggesting targeted remediation strategies. Finally, the sixth cluster highlights the potential of nanomaterials in agriculture, focusing on their role in improving soil fertility and supporting plant growth. Overall, while nanomaterials demonstrate significant potential for effective environmental remediation, they also pose risks that necessitate careful consideration and further research. Future studies should prioritize optimizing these materials for practical applications, addressing both environmental health and agricultural productivity

Poly-frobenius-genocchi polynomials: A probabilistic perspective with applications

In the paper, we introduce probabilistic extensions of poly-Frobenius-Genocchi polynomials and modified probabilistic Genocchi-polynomials. By making use of their generating functions, we derive explicit identities and a symmetric relation. In special cases, the obtained results reduce to classical one. Additionally, by choosing appropriate random variable, we obtain new identities including Stirling numbers of the first kind, Frobenius-Euler numbers, Frobenius-Genocchi numbers and Bernoulli numbers of negative order. © 2025 NS