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Aspirin are commonly used analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and anti-pyretic drug in medicine, oral route is the most common one for drug administration as a result it will produce different adverse effects like peptic ulcer, nephropathy, and thrombocytopenia even with low and continuous therapeutic dose, so the alternative topical route is preferable with minimal adverse effects and effective concentration.Therefore, in the present study was to investigate whether the antinociceptive property of aspirin would enhance if used aspirin as nanoparticles after preparing it in several forms (gel, cream and ointment). Thirty-two healthy male mice weighing 30-35 gm. were used in the present study. The animals were divided as a randomized design. Each mouse was treated topically. All drug concentration of aspirin was prepared using gel, cream and ointment as vehicle and topically application on fore and hind paw of experimental animals. Pain was induced by application of hot plate for assessment of latency of pain stimulus. Time from placement to jumping or hind paw licking was recorded as latency of response. The result showed that the median effective concentration (EC50) for analgesic effect of aspirin (gel, cream, and ointment) were 0.848, 0.958 and 1.00% respectively while these EC50s were decrease when used nanoparticles aspirin (gel, cream and ointment) to 0.72, 0.657, and 0.701% respectively. In conclusion, topical applied of aspirin will produce effective therapeutic antinociceptive effects in mice although gel preparation produce a better response followed by cream, then ointment due to pharmacokinetic properties. Also nanoparticle preparation will produce superior response in all forms, whether Nano aspirin is prepared in gel form, cream or ointment.

Nanotechnology has become promise field as a new approach for pest managing in recent years. Laboratory experiments were conducted to evaluate the toxicity of synthesized silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) by using aqueous plant extract (Rosmary, Laura and Cardamom) and their concentrations against main stored grain insect pest (Sitophilus granarius), microbial contents and nutritive value. Wheat grain which were treated with Rosmary 5 showed 100% mortality for adults of S. granarius after 120 h., while the same efficacy of Laura5 and Cardamom 5 recorded after 144 h. LC50 and LC90 values of the synthesized silver nanoparticles were identified against S. granarius indicated that the toxicity of AgNPs varied according to the plant extractio and exposure period.The carbohydrate, fiber, fat, protien and ash content of the treated wheat grains were significantly higher than control. While, the microbial contents were not detected after treatments by most AgNPs concentrations. In conclusion, the synthesis of AgNPs with high amounts from each plant extract and lower concentration from AgNo3 (1 µg/ml) can be used as a valuable tool in pest management programs of S. granarius, reducing microbial content, and increasing the nutrition values, that led to increase shelf life of stored wheat grain. The results showed that these compounds could be used as a source of bioactive compounds safely for ecosystem.

Preparation of epoxy/ TiO2 and epoxy/ Al2O3 nanocomposites is studed and investigated in this paper. The nano composites are processed by different nano fillers concentrations (0, 0.01, 0.02 ,0.03, 0.04 ,0.05 ,0.07 and 0.1 wt%). The particles sized of TiO2,Al2O3 are about 20–50 nm.Epoxy resin and nano composites containing different shape nano fillers of (TiO2:Al2O3 composites),are shear mixing with ratio 1 to 1,with different nano hybrid fillers concentrations( 0.025 ,0.0 5 ,0.15 ,0.2, and 0.25 wt%) to Preparation of epoxy/ TiO2- Al2O3 hybrid composites. The mechanical properties of nanocomposites such as bending ,wearing, and fatigue are investigated as mechanical properties.

The study was aimed to produce silver nanoparticles using catechin and Apigenin each a lone as a reducing and coverage also to investigate the anti- oxidant effects of catechin – silver nanoparticles and Apigenin silver nanoparticles on some biochemicals parameters in blood serum, Liver and kidney tissue in hydrogen peroxide – exposed rats. Scanning Electron Microscope was used to investigate the morphology and size of synthesized silver nanoparticles. (36) adults male rats were randomly and equally divided into three groups (3 rat/ group). Group (1): control group received drinking water and standard diet only, given (I) for catichin – AgNPS and (VI) for Apigenin – AgNPS. Group (2): received (%0.5H2O2) with drinking water only for 4 weeks, given (II) for catechin – Apigenin and (VII) for Apigenin - AgNPS. Group (3): received tap water and standard diet and given (50mg/kg) catechin – AgNPS, given (V) and (50mg/kg) Apigenin - AgNPS, given (X). Result showed a significant decrease (P≤0.05) in GSH level and a significant increase in MDA livel in blood serum, liver and kidney tissue of rats. The treatment with catichin – AgNPS, Apigenin - AgNPS.each a lone lead to positive effect of oxidative damage through the significant increasing (P≤0.05) in GSH level and significant decrease (P≤0.05) in MDA level in blood serum, liver and tissue of rats. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Gelatin is one of the most common natural macromolecules which is extensively used for preparing the nanoparticles. In the present study, type B gelatin-based nanoparticles were prepared using a twostep desolvation method and to optimize the nanoparticles, gelatin concentration, consumed acetone, temperature, and stirring speed were examined. Subsequently, vitamin D3 was encapsulated in obtained nanoparticles. Findings of the study indicated that the most optimum conditions for producing the nanoparticles with 20 mg/ml gelatin concentration were 15 ml acetone consumed volume, 40 °temperature and 1000 rpm stirring speed. The size of a produced particle under these conditions was reported as 88.6 nanometers. Also, the morphology of the obtained nanoparticle was spherical with a smooth surface which was observable through the scanning electron microscope. The size of the afore-mentioned particle increased to 177.2 nanometers followed by the addition of vitamin D3 to the produced nanoparticle which represents the encapsulation of the nanoparticle. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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The annealing process was carried out for the Nano composed oxides (zinc and nickel) at different temperatures (200 ° C, 500 ° C, 700 ° C) and for a specific time of one hour for each temperature change in order to get rid of the internal pressures and the change in their physical and chemical properties and study the structural properties. The optical and surface diffraction results of the nanocrystalline oxides after each temperature change, as the results of the X-ray diffraction of zinc oxide showed that it has a polycrystalline structure and of the hexagonal type and the X-ray diffraction of nickel oxide showed that it has a polycrystalline structure of the cubic type. After the annealing process using Brake law and calculating the average Crystallite size by Debye Shearer method, it was observed that there was an increase in the average crystal size after each temperature change and the results of FTIR showed the emergence of the chemical Zn-O band of zinc oxide, as most Studies indicate the emergence of a (Zn-O) band within the (cm-1) spectral range (400-700) and the emergence of a (Ni-O) chemical bond of nickel oxide, where the peak intensity of this bond decreases due to the hot change. Get up in temperatures. The results of (FESEM) images showed that it is within the nanoscale and that the grain size increases after each temperature change process..

Silver nanoparticles in this study were prepared using the method of laser ablation in liquids (PLAL) at two energies (540 and 700) mJ and the count of pulses were (100,200,300 and 400) pulse . The prepared samples were divided into three groups: the first group of the samples were kept as they are without any irradiation but the second and third group were irradiated by Co-60 source with two amount of doses (7.5 and 11) KGy respectively . A series of measurements and studies were done, and from the pictures of Transmitted Electron Microscope (TEM) , it was observed that the prepared nanoparticles at laser energy (540) mJ with pulses count (400) pulse were spherical but the prepared nanoparticles at laser (700) mJ with pulses cont (400) pulse were nano rods shape. The gamma irradiation effect was studied through its effect on the optical properties of the nanoparticles at different preparation conditions , represented by a change in the pulses and the energy of the laser used. The results showed that there was an increase the absorbance peaks when increasing the irradiated dose. The (TEM) image showed we get spherical nanoparticles in shape and nano composition. The average diameter of the prepared silver nanoparticles at (540) mJ laser energy in the range of (30-40) nm.

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During summer seasons of 2015 and 2017, a field experiment was conducted at the Research and Experimental Station (30°19′ N, 31°16′ E), Faculty of Agriculture, Ain Shams University at Shalakan, Kalubia Governorate, Egypt, to investi-gate the effects of combinations between hydroxyl apatite nanoparticles (0, 3, and 6 kg/fad) and cal-cium carbonate nanoparticles (0, 500g/fad) as nano-fertilizers under irrigaton intervals, (irrigation every 2 or 3 weeks whereas irrigation every 2 weeks as a recommended practice) on growth of soybean plants. Irrigation intervals had statistically significant effect on plant height (cm), number of branches per plant, number of leaves per plant, leaf area index, number of pods per plant, number of root nodules per plant, root dry weight per plant, stem dry weight per plant, leaves dry weight per plant and pods dry weight per plant. These results were fairly true in the two studied seasons 2015, 2017 and combined result. plant height, numbers of branches per plant, numbers of leaves per plant, leaf area index, number of nodules per plant and number of pods per plant of soybean plants which treated with 500 g/fed surpassed untreated plants in the two studied seasons 2015, 2017 and com-bined. Soybean plants treated with 6 kg hydroxyl apatite nanoparticles per feddan out-numbered other plants in its numbers of leaves per plant, leaf area index, number of root nodules per plant and number of pods per plant in the two growing sea-sons 2015, 2017 and combined data. Results showed that normal irrigation x 500g/fed calcium carbonate nanoparticles x 6kg/fed hydroxyl apatite nanoparticles was the effective combination for producing the highest values of plant height (cm), number of branches per plant, number of leaves per plant, leaf area index, number of pods per plant, number of root nodules per plant, root dry weight per plant (g), stem dry weight per plant (g), leaves dry weight per plant (g) and pods dry weight per plant (g). There weren’t significant results be-tween plants treated with nano-mineral fertilizers under irrigation every 3 week and plants untreated but irrigated every 2 week in all growth traits, which reflect appositive result of this chemical substance in mitigation harmful effect of water shortage in season 2015, 2017 and combined data.

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Introduction: Glass-ionomer cements (GICs) are one of the most important restorative materials in dentistry. Similarly, hydroxyapatite (HA) is of the most well known bioceramics. The aim of this study was to prepare a type of glass-ionomer cement with nano-particles of hydroxyapatite to improve GIC bioactivity and compressive strength. Materials and Methods: Natural HA particles were extracted from animal bone. The ceramic component of GIC was produced by melting and characterized. HA particles were incorporated into the cement component of GI at 1, 3, 5 and 7 weight percentages. Bioactivity and compressive strength of GIC\HA composite were evaluated in a simulated body fluid (SBF). One-way ANOVA was used for data analysis (n = 3). Results: The results of characterization tests confirmed the production of GIC using the melting technique. Amorphous and glassy structure of GIC powder and its proper chemical composition were verified by characterization tests. The results of soaking test in SBF showed increased bioactivity of GIC/HA composite. Finally, the results of compressive tests showed that incorporating HA up to 5 wt% would not decrease the compressive strength of GIC. Conclusion: GIC/HA nano-composite with 5 wt% of HA was the most appropriate sample regarding its bioactivity and mechanical properties for dental applications. Introducing this novel nano-composite can play an important role in improving the properties of glass-ionomer cements. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study aims to compare between usage of Nano-particles and ordinary-particles in enhancement of subgrade properties. To attain this purpose, Nano-magnesium oxide and ordinarymagnesium oxide were selected as modern alternatives in improvement of construction materials. A selected soil supplied from Baghdad city was treated with different dosages of the proposed additives to investigate the changes in engineering properties of the selected soil. The study involved laboratory tests to compare the properties of untreated and treated soils with Nano-additive and ordinary-additive. Basically, this study adopted California bearing ratio, swelling ratio, and repeated triaxial compression tests. The results revealed the preponderance of Nano additive over the ordinary one in enhancement of subgrade properties. Afterward, chemical tests and tests by xray were implemented to reveal the chemical reaction that changed the properties of subgrade. These tests revealed high increase in alkalinity of treated samples. In addition, the results revealed effective chemical reaction generated magnesium silicate hydrate which produce strong bond among the particles. Moreover, chemical tests results exhibited that using Nano additive lead to more intense chemical reaction compared to ordinary one. This behavior may be attributed to the unique properties of Nano particles with super fineness and large surface area. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Introduction Prebiotics are non-digestible additives that stimulate the growth or activity of one or more bacteria in the gut, which can have a beneficial effect on the host and thus improve the health of the host animal. Prebiotics increase feed intake, final weight and improve feed conversion when fed to broilers. Prebiotics cause changes in the blood parameters and immune response in broilers. Numerous studies have shown the antibacterial properties of silver nano-particles and their useful applications in the poultry industry. These include increasing feed intake and decreasing the number of pathogen microbes in the gastrointestinal tract that cause bacterial cell death by binding nano-silver to the surface of gram-negative bacterial membranes through sulfur-containing proteins and by altering the membrane permeability and respiratory chain. Inflammation is the result of induction of oxygen-free radicals by silver nanoparticles, which leads to impaired digestion and absorption of nutrients in the bird's gastrointestinal tract. Many studies have shown the importance of natural flora in maintaining bird health and found that the flora in these sites had a profound effect on the process of making prebiotic consumables in poultry. Adding prebiotic compounds, especially fructans to broilers, improves weight gain and feed conversion ratio and carcass weight due to increased length and density villi distribution. The aim of this experiment was to investigate the effect of combined prebiotics and nano-silver on growth performance, blood indices, immune response and microbial population of ceca in broiler. Materials and Methods In this experiment, 432 one-day-old male Ross 308 broiler chicks were used in a 3 x 3 factorial arrangement with completely randomized design with 9 treatments, 4 replications and 12 observations per replicate. The composition of the experimental diets was determined using the Ross 308 strain rearing guide. The basal diets were identical in energy and other nutrients. In this experiment silver nanoparticles were added 0, 400, 800 ml in drinking water and prebiotic added 0.025 and 0.5% to the basal diets. The mean body weight gain, feed intake, feed conversion ratio were determined at the 1 to 42 days. Blood samples were taken from all experimental units for 10, 24 and 42 days to measure the titers of Newcastle, Infectious Bursal, and influenza antibodies. The blood sample was slowly poured into sterile lid tubes and transferred to the laboratory in an ice tank. In the laboratory, blood samples were centrifuged at 10,000 RPM for 10 minutes, followed by Newcastle antibody titers (Hemagglutination inhibition) and Infectious Bursal antibody titers by ELISA (Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay). The infectious influenza antibody titers were determined by ELISA .At the end of the experiment, after slaughter and carcass analysis, Cecal contents were extracted with a syringe (3 ml). And they were transferred to the lab to count the number of bacteria. Mac County medium was used for counting Coli bacillus, MRS agar for lactobacillus count. Salmonella was cultured on BGA (Brilliant Green Agar) specified media (Merck, Germany) at 37°C for 24 hrs. Data analysis was performed using SAS software and mean comparison with Duncan test at 5% level. Results and Discussion There was a statistically significant difference in feed intake, weight gain and feed conversion ratio using silver nano-particles and prebiotics different levels between in total period of experiment (P<0.05). There was a statistically significant difference in the level of serum HDL, LDL, and TP in different levels of prebiotic (P<0.05). The lowest total number of bacilli and Salmonella was observed in 0.5% prebiotic treatment. The highest number of lactobacilli was observed in the treatments containing 0.25% and 0.5% prebiotics. The highest number of Coli bacilli and Salmonella was observed in the treatment without silver nanoparticles and the lowest in the treatment containing 800 ml. Also, the highest number of lactobacilli in treatment was 800 ml (P<0.05).The results of this study showed that using 0.5% prebiotic level in the diet of broiler chickens improved the growth performance and immune system. Also, the use of 800 ml levels reduced the number of harmful bacteria in the ceca of broiler chickens Conclusion According to the results of this experiment, the use of prebiotics and silver nano-particles in the diet and water can improve the performance of the chicks during rearing period. 0.5% of prebiotics in broiler diets and 800 ml of silver nanoparticles decreased the number of harmful bacteria and increased the beneficial bacteria in broiler ceca. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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In this study,two ways were carried out inthe polyesterfabric, which used in traditional swimsuit manufacturing,Firstly the polyester fabric werecoated with the silica nanoparticles to improve its functional properties for achieve the final use requirements. The characterization of silica nanoparticles on the fabric surface were done by using scanning electron microscope (SEM)and also on fabric surface before the treatment.Functional and Physical tests were accomplished. Those tests were weight, thickness, bursting Strength, stiffness, air permeability, water repellency. The properties of polyester fabrictreated with the silica nano particles were compared with untreated polyester fabric.Secondly Sharkskin topography was used as guide for the changing the polyester fabric surface morphology and it was applied by photo chemical method technique using Glycerol propoxy latetriacrylate(HH-IV Water Resistant Diazo Emulsion) on the polyester fabric.The polyester fabric surfaces with photo chemical technique,polyester fabric that treated with the silica nano particles and untreated polyester fabric were tested to measure its speed, with different weights on the water.The new polyester fabric surface may increase the efficiency of swimsuit.

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The effects of lubricant temperature on the dynamic behaviour of Nano-lubricated finite length journal bearings has been investigated in the present work. Modified time dependent Reynolds equation include the effect of oil film temperature was perturbed in order to calculate the eight dynamic coefficients (four stiffness, and four damping) required to evaluate the dynamic characteristics of the journal bearing, the oil film temperature was obtained by solving numerically the energy and heat conduction equations simultaneously with the Reynolds equation using appropriate boundary conditions. Suitable viscosity temperature model has been used to consider the effect of oil film temperature. The bearing lubricated with oil containing Titanium dioxide (TiO2 ) nanoparticles dispersed in to the base oil with various particle concentration. The effect of adding TiO2 Nano-particles with various particle concentrations (0.1%, 0.5%, 1%, 1.5% and 2%) in order to enhance its viscosity has been discussed. A validation to the mathematical model and the computer program written in Fortran90 prepared to solving the governing equation has been carried out by comparing the result for the dynamic coefficients (stiffness and damping) obtained in the present work with that obtained by Sheeja and Prabhu . The results seen to be in a good agreement with percentage of error less than 2%. The results obtained in the present study show that the bearing stiffness coefficients increases by 30% while the damping coefficients increased by 27% when the bearing lubricated with Nano lubricant that contains TiO2 Nano particles with particle concentration of (1.5%).

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Withania coagulans (Stocks) Dunal from solanaceae family is a multi-purpose species that is distributed in Iran only in limited areas of natural habitats in Sistan and Baluchestan province. Different organs of this plant have antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-tumor biological effects. To investigate the effects of humic acid and titanium dioxide nanoparticles on the amount of phytochemical compounds and some growth parameters of this species, a pot factorial experiment was performed based on a randomized complete design with three replications. Experimental factors included humic acid at four levels (H0: 0, H1: 10, and H2: 30 g.kg-1 soil) and titanium dioxide nanoparticles at three levels (T0: 0, T1: 45, and T2: 90 mg.l-1). The results showed that the H2T2 treatment increased fresh weight, dry weight, number of lateral branches, height, phosphorus, potassium, and relative water content compared to the control, significantly. Increasing humic acid up to 30 g decreased the phenols content from 48.59 in H0 to 39.88 mg.g-1 fresh weight in H2. In T2, the phenols content increased by 2.37% compared to T0, which had a significant difference with the other treatments. Also, a similar trend was observed for the parameters like total flavonoids and proline. But increasing humic acid up to 30 g increased the amount of chlorophyll fluorescence by 70.79% compared to the control. Overall, the results indicated that the interaction of humic acid and titanium dioxide nanoparticles could improve the growth and plant yield parameters. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

To evaluate the effects of different irrigation levels and foliar application of nutrients, on dry matter yield and essential oil content and composition of peppermint (Mentha piperita L.), a field experiment was conducted as a split plot based on a randomized complete block design, with 12 treatments and three replications, at the faculty of Agriculture, University of Maragheh, Iran in 2021. The factors included irrigation as the main factor at three levels (irrigation after 20 (control), 40 (moderate stress), and 60% (severe stress) of the maximum allowable moisture depletion) and fertilizer source as the sub-factor at four levels (non-application of fertilizer (control), and foliar application of Macromix gold, Ecoquel micromix, and Vitalem forte). The results demonstrated that the highest (280.5 g.m-2) and lowest (113.7 g.m-2) total dry weight were obtained under normal irrigation conditions (control) with the application of Macromix gold and severe stress without fertilizer application, respectively. Total dry weight decreased by 22.7 and 40.3% under moderate and severe drought stress conditions, respectively compared to normal irrigation. Macromix gold, Vitalem forte, and Ecoquel micromix application enhanced the amount of total dry weight by 37.7, 23.8, and 17.1% compared to no fertilizer application, respectively. The highest content (2.1%) and essential oil yield (4.5 g.m-2) and also the highest amount of menthol (40.9%), menthone (28.1%), and cineole (6.2%) in the essential oil were observerd under moderate water stress conditions fertilized with Macromix gold. Based on the obtained results, the foliar application of Macromix gold could be recommended as an effective solution to enhance the quantity and quality of the peppermint essential oil under drought stress conditions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In this research, cobalt ferrite powders (CoFe2O4) and cobalt ferrite/reduced graphene oxide composite (CoFe2O4/RGO) were synthesized by the co-precipitation method. The phase structure, morphology, magnetic properties, and microwave absorption properties of the produced samples were investigated through various techniques. X-ray diffraction test indicated the successful formation of pure CoFe2O4 and its composites with RGO. According to the Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) images, most pure and composite samples' particles were formed in a semi-spherical shape. The VNA test results showed the saturation magnetization of CoFe2O4 and the composite containing 5 wt.% and 10 wt.% of RGO, 71.6, 56, and 37 emu/g, respectively. Also, the network analyzer results demonstrated the maximum reflective losses in the X-band range due to the impact of microwaves on CoFe2O4 te was -5.5 db. This amount reached 21.5 dB with the addition of 10 wt.% RGO. Also, the wave input increased from 41% for the pure CoFe2O4 to 99.5% for the sample containing 10 wt.% RGO. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In this research, the effect of addition of silicon carbide (SiC) nanoparticles on the improvement of the structural, superconductivity, magnetic, and flux pinning properties of high-temperature superconductor Bi1.6Pb0.4Sr2Ca2Cu3O10+Θ (Bi-2223) was investigated. The Bi-2223 ceramic superconductor was prepared using the sol-gel method, and silicon carbide nanoparticles were modified by Azobisisobutyronitrile (AIBN). The X-ray diffractometry, feild emission scanning electron microscopy, magnetic susceptibility, and hystersis loop measurements were performed to characterize the synthesized compounds. Based on the magnetic measurements, the superconductivity transition temperature dropped with an increase in the content of nanoparticles. Also, the maximum magnetization, hysteresis loop width, critical current density, and magnetic flux pinning force belonged to the sample with 0.4 wt.% SiC nanoparticles. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Aims: to evaluate the biological response to nano sized biphasic hydroxyapatite and tricalcium phosphate synthesized from eggshell. Materials and methods: Egg shell burned in furnace at 1000 C° for 1 hour. The part of resultant powder was treated chemically with phosphoric acid to form HA, other part of heated egg shell treated with nitric oxide and di-ammonium hydrogen phosphate to form TCP then the two products mixed mechanically at ratio 80%/20% (HA/TCP). The mixture turned to nanoparticles via mechanical attrition and sieving membrane and sent for TEM, the resultant material characterization checked by FTIR spectroscopy. Two defects of 2 mm prepared in the femoral bone of 20 rabbits one filled with prepared material (group A) and the other left empty as negative control (group B). Results: greater bone formation was founded in group A where statistically significant. Conclusions: biphasic hydroxyapatite and tricalcium phosphate nano particles synthesized from eggshell is effective in bone regeneration and could be used as bone substitute derived from source of no economic value.

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A Transparent nanocomposite consist of polysulfone (PSF), cellulose acetate butyrate (CAB) and nano indium oxide (nanoIn2O3) was prepared by melting and re-molding so as to safeguard from the impact of ultraviolet rays. By means of scanning electron microscope (SEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), UV-Vis spectroscopy, dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA) and thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), the morphological, optical, mechanical and thermal properties were studied. As we reported before that PSF/0.2%CAB implies low ultraviolet light absorption for PSF and CAB transparent blend. In the present study, we investigated the effect of nanoIn2O3 on the characteristics of PSF/0.2%CAB/nanoIn2O3 Tricomposite. The results showed that the inorganic nano particles are well dispersed in the PSF matrix without macro phase separation, as well as assisting to spread the organic component CAB. The UV-Vis spectroscopy showed that 0.02%nanoIn2O3 is able to shield PSF from UV radiation. So, we've got dual protection transparent eco-friendly nanocomposite from UV rays and is also able to protect the surfaces from the impact of these rays if used as a protection them. The XRD pattern of pure PSF clarified that there is a noticeable decrease in the bundle peaks in bi-composite and Tricomposite pattern. Furthermore, the Tricomposite showed high stability to temperatures lower than Tɡ.

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This study involves nano-materials addition and interaction with cement mortar behavior for many mortar samples under variable curing time with constant water to cement ratio (W/C = 0.5). In this research, some properties such as (hardness and water absorption test), were affected by adding small ratios of nano-particles (SiO2 or Al2O3) as replacements to the Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC) / type (I). The percentages of nanomaterials additives replacement on the mixture of mortar include (1, 2, 3, 4, and 5%) for both nanomaterials with a constant (W/C) ratio. Also, the amount of fine aggregate used was three times the amount of cement. The results showed that the hardness of the mortars for both nanomaterials gives better properties than mortars without nanomaterials in all tests. Best enhancements in properties for mortars with nano-silica were achieved with (3%) additives while were achieved with nano alumina at (2%) additives.

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ABSTRACT For the preparation of composite materials environ mentally friendly natural nano particle silica derived from rice husks has as streng thening of Iraqi natural materials in a ratio of(2, 4, 6, 8%) on the poly esterres in body and poly (styrene-co-butadiene) separately. Natural silica was identified using XRD and FTIR by measuring the proportion of SiO2 . AFM device was also used to measure the granular size of the silica nano particles. And the results of the study consistent with theoretical studies . Results also showed mechanical models composite. That added nano-silica of 6 % to poly esterres in body results are increase the impact resistance values ​​, hardness, and bending rigidity. As in the case of poly (styrene-co-butadiene) composite, the ratio of 2% is the optimized percentage of streng thening, which lead to increased values​​of impact, bending and hardness. these study also showed ability of natural silica composite mechanical properties to gives resistance to stress conditions during use .

This paper aims to study the chemical degradation of Brilliant Green in water via photo-Fenton (H2O2/Fe2+/UV) and Fenton (H2O2/Fe2+) reaction. Fe- B nano particles are applied as incrustation in the inner wall surface of reactor. The data form X- Ray diffraction (XRD) analysis that Fe- B nanocomposite catalyst consist mainly of SiO2 (quartz) and Fe2O3 (hematite) crystallites. B.G dye degradation is estimated to discover the catalytic action of Fe- B synthesized surface in the presence of UVC light and hydrogen peroxide. B.G dye solution with 10 ppm primary concentration is reduced by 99.9% under the later parameter 2ml H2O2, pH= 7, temperature =25°C within 10 min. It is clear that pH of the solution affects the photo- catalytic degradation of B.G dye. All the conditions above have been studied to reach the optimum operation condition for the two processes Fenton and photo- Fenton. The B.G degradation process follows first- order reaction rules. Photo- Fenton process causes a more efficient oxidation rate than the Fenton process. So, the photo- Fenton degradation is an effective and economic process by producing higher percentage of degradation and mineralization in short radiation time.

Iron oxide(Fe3O4) nanoparticles of different sizes and shapes were synthesized by solve-hydrothermal reaction assisted by microwave irradiation using ferrous ammonium sulfate as a metal precursor, oleic acid as dispersing agent, ethanol as reducing agent and NaOH as precipitating agent at pH=12. The synthesized Fe3O4 nano particles were characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD), FTIR and thermal analysis TG-DTG. Sizes and shapes of Fe3O4 nanoparticles were characterized by Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), and atomic force microscopy (AFM).