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Influence of the Hydrogen Isotope Affinity of the Cathode Coating Material on the Neutron Production Rate in the Glow Discharge–Type Fusion Neutron Source

Research Authors
Toshiro Sakabe, Yasuyuki Ogino, Keisuke Mukai, Juro Yagi & Mahmoud Bakr
Research Date
Research Department
Research Journal
Fusion Science and Technology
Research Pages
1-13
Research Vol
00, xxx 2023
Research Year
2023

Measurements of Thermal and Epithermal Neutron Spatial Distribution Using Activation Foils Inside a Fusion Blanket Mock-Up

Research Authors
Y. Ogino, S. Kenjo, T. Sakabe, K. Mukai, M. Bakr, J. Yagi, and S. Konishi
Research Date
Research Department
Research Journal
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON PLASMA SCIENCE,
Research Pages
2436-2442
Research Vol
Vol. 51 No.8
Research Year
2023

Influence of electrodes' geometrical properties on the neutron production rate of a discharge fusion neutron source

Research Authors
M. Bakr,) T. Sakabe, J.-P. Wulfk€uhler, K. Mukai, T. W. Smith,1 Y. Ogino,4 M. Tajmar,T. Scott,1 and S. Konishi
Research Date
Research Department
Research Journal
Physics of Plasmas
Research Pages
1-9
Research Vol
30
Research Year
2023

Some Relations on the rRs(P,Q, z) Matrix Function

Research Abstract

In this paper, we derive some classical and fractional properties of the rRs matrix function
by using the Hilfer fractional operator. The theory of special matrix functions is the theory of
those matrices that correspond to special matrix functions such as the gamma, beta, and Gauss
hypergeometric matrix functions. We will also show the relationship with other generalized special
matrix functions in the context of the Konhauser and Laguerre matrix polynomials.

Research Authors
Ayman Shehata, Ghazi S. Khammash and Carlo Cattani
Research Date
Research Department
Research File
Research Pages
817
Research Publisher
https://www.mdpi.com/2075-1680/12/9/817
Research Rank
Q1
Research Vol
12(9)
Research Website
https://doi.org/10.3390/axioms12090817
Research Year
2023

Control Functions in G-Metric Spaces: Novel Methods for θ-Fixed Points and θ-Fixed Circles with an Application

Research Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to present some new contraction mappings via control functions. In addition, some fixed point results for Θ,α,θ,Ψ contraction, rational Θ,α,θ,Ψ contraction and almost Θ,α,θ,Ψ contraction mappings are obtained. Moreover, under contraction mappings of types (I), (II), and (III) of Θ,θ,Ψυ0, several fixed circle solutions are provided in the setting of a G-Metric space. Our results extend, unify, and generalize many previously published papers in this direction. In addition, some examples to show the reliability of our results are presented. Finally, a supporting application that discusses the possibility of a solution to a nonlinear integral equation is incorporated.

Research Authors
Hasanen A. Hammad, Maryam G. Alshehri and Ayman Shehata
Research Date
Research Department
Research File
Research Journal
symmetry
Research Pages
164
Research Publisher
https://www.mdpi.com/2073-8994/15/1/164
Research Rank
Q2
Research Vol
15
Research Website
https://doi.org/10.3390/sym15010164
Research Year
2023

On some properties of the bibasic Humbert hypergeometric functions E1 and E2

Research Abstract

The main object of this paper is to deduce the bibasic Humbert functions Ξ1 and Ξ2
Some interesting results and elementary summations technique that was successfully employed,
q?recursion, q?derivatives relations, the q?differential recursion relations, the q?integral representations
for Ξ1 and Ξ2 are given. The summation formula derives a list of p?analogues
of transformation formulas for bibasic Humbert functions that have been studied, also some
hypergeometric functions properties of some new interesting special cases have been given.

Research Authors
CAI Qing-bo, Ghazi S. Khammash, Shimaa I. Moustafa and Ayman Shehata
Research Date
Research Department
Research File
Research Journal
Appl. Math. J. Chinese Univ.
Research Pages
614-630
Research Publisher
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11766-023-4848-8
Research Rank
Q2
Research Vol
38(4)
Research Website
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11766-023-4848-8
Research Year
2023

Magma fractionation and emplacement mechanism in a subvolcanic plumbing system in a continental region: constraints from the late Neoproterozoic Wadi Dib ring complex in the Eastern Desert, Egypt

Research Abstract
Research Authors
Eman Saad, Kazuhito Ozawa, Takeshi Kuritani, Ali A Khudeir
Research Date
Research Department
Research Journal
Journal of Mineralogical and Petrological Sciences
Research Pages
220801
Research Publisher
Japan Association of Mineralogical Sciences
Research Vol
Volume 118, Issue 1
Research Website
https://scholar.google.com.eg/scholar?oi=bibs&cluster=7546730743683401702&btnI=1&hl=en
Research Year
2023

New host record, Sclerophrys regularis (Bufonidae), for Rhabdias africanus (Rhabdiasidae, Kuzmin, 2001) based on molecular and morphological evidence

Research Abstract
With diversity of hosts range, most identified nematode species still lack the crucial connection between
morphological and molecular make-up, which is important for precisely classifying the specimens. The
present study provides the complete description of Rhabdias africanus in the new host record,
Sclerophrys regularis. Fifty toad specimens were collected, and a high prevalence of R. africanus infection
(74%) was observed. Morphology and ultrastructure were observed using light and scanning electron
microscopes. Morphological characteristics, including peculiarities of the head, the shape and position
of the lips, and the number of labial papillae, were described. The length of the body, the esophageal
length, the distance from an anterior end to the nerve ring, and the tail length were reduced in the stud
ied samples relative to previously described specimens. Furthermore, some variable matrices that have
not previously been described, e.g., ovarian part widening, the nerve ring and its location, and eggs with
different stages of larvae, were included in the present study. Genus and species identification was con-
firmed by comparing partial 12S (619 bp) and ITS (878 bp) gene sequences to those of Rhabdias species
deposited in GenBank. The studied species showed a 99.34% resemblance to R. africanus from South
Africa. We assume our findings will aid in the molecular identification of adult and larval stages of this
genus in amphibians. We strongly recommend further studies on the environmental factors that promote
Rhabdias infection and transmission.
Research Authors
Sara S. Abdel-Hakeem, Yousef A. Fadladdin, Atef M. El-Sagheer, Asmaa Adel
Research Date
Research Department
Research Pages
103366
Research Publisher
Saudi journal of biological science
Research Vol
29
Research Year
2022

Nanocurcumin: A Promising Therapeutic Candidate for Experimental Trichinellosis

Research Abstract
In our pursuit of an alternative drug against Trichinella spiralis, we assessed the effectiveness of nanocurcumin in alleviating pathogenesis,
parasitological factors, MMP-9 levels, and its expression in the enteral and parenteral phases of infection. The nanocurcumin particles, with a
spherical shape and a size of 100 ± 20 nm, were used in the study. Eighty mice were divided into four groups: the control group, the
untreated infected group, the nanocurcumin-treated group, and the albendazole-treated group. The nanocurcumin-treated group exhibited a
statistically significant increase in the percentage of lymphocytes, along with a reduction in neutrophils, monocytes, and eosinophils
compared to the untreated, infected group. Both the nanocurcumin (87.2 and 97.3%) and the albendazole-treated groups (99.8 and 98.2%)
showed a significant reduction in the mean number of intestinal worms and encysted larvae, respectively. The treated groups exhibited
normal intestinal villi, suppression of the inflammatory process, and fewer instances of degenerated larvae in the diaphragm and muscle
compared to the untreated, infected group. Immunohistochemistry and ELISA analyses revealed a significant downregulation of MMP-9
levels in the intestines and muscles of the treated groups. Our data demonstrate that nanocurcumin contains highly versatile molecules
capable of modulating biological activity against inflammation and its pathway markers.
Research Authors
Sara Salah Abdel-Hakeem, Mahmoud Abdel-Zaher Abdel-Samiee, Mohamed Salah Eldin Youssef, Shimaa Hamdi Abd-Elsadek, Salwa Mahmoud Abd-Elrahman, and Sally Salah Abdel-Hakeem
Research Date
Research Department
Research Pages
1-14
Research Publisher
Microscopy and microanalysis
Research Vol
00
Research Year
2024

Assessment of cattle tick infestation: Molecular insights into Rhipicephalus annulatus and the efficacy of garlic oil and nanoemulsion as acaricidal agents

Research Abstract
Ticks, particularly Rhipicephalus annulatus, pose significant threats to livestock, causing economic losses and
transmitting various infectious diseases. This study aimed to evaluate the potential acaricidal properties of garlic
oil and its nanoemulsion against ticks infesting cattle, Rhipicephalus annulatus through the evaluation of mortality
rate and morphological changes of the treated ticks. The study also included prevalence, risk factors, and mo
lecular confirmation of tick species. Genetic characterization confirmed the identity of R. annulatus. Our results
revealed a high prevalence of R. annulatus (46.9%) with a higher risk in male cattle (50%) than females (44.9%)
and a nonsignificant high infection (49.1%) in animals 1 year old. The acaricidal efficiency of garlic oil and its
nanoemulsion was concentration and time-dependent. The high concentration of garlic oil (20 mg/L) induced
complete mortality within 48 hours. The nanoemulsion formulation enhanced efficacy, particularly at 5 mg/L,
which exhibited rapid and substantial acaricidal activity. Scanning electron microscopy revealed morphological
alterations induced by garlic oil and its nanoemulsion, including changes to the anterior capitulum, dorsal, and
ventral cuticles. The study contributes to the exploration of effective, safe, and eco-friendly alternatives for tick
control. Further research is warranted to validate their efficacy under diverse conditions and assess practical
strategies.
Research Authors
Salwa Mahmoud Abd-Elrahman, Ahmed Kamal Dyab, Fatma Atea Kamel, Abeer A. Khedr, Mervat M. Khalifa, Shaymaa M. Mohamed , Sara Salah Abdel-Hakeem
Research Date
Research Department
Research Pages
110211
Research Publisher
Veterinary Parasitology
Research Vol
329
Research Year
2024
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