Regular Article Materials Science
Influence of Infill Pattern, Infill Ratio on Compressive Strength and Hardness of 3D Printed Polylactic Acid (PLA) Based Polymer

Ghaith Y. Dakhil; Rana M. Salih; Awham M. Hameed

Volume 3, Issue 1 , March 2023, Page 1-7

https://doi.org/10.53293/jasn.2022.4745.1141

Abstract
  In this article, the influence of infill ratio and infill pattern on the compressive strength and hardness of 3D printed polylactic acid (PLA) based polymer are studied. The fused deposition modelling (FDM) technique was used to produce the 3D-printed samples. In the current work, three specimens of ...  Read More ...

Regular Article Laser Science and Technology
Assessing the Toxicity of Aluminum Oxide Nanoparticles (Al2O3 NPS) Prepared by Laser Ablation Technique on Blood Components

Tuqa Sabah; kareem H. Jawad; Nebras Essam

Volume 3, Issue 1 , March 2023, Page 8-17

https://doi.org/10.53293/jasn.2022.4746.1142

Abstract
  Along with its uses in a wide range of sectors, NP toxicity research was one of the fastest-growing areas of research, so the growing commercial applications brought aluminum oxide nanoparticles under the purview of toxicologists. This study shows the toxicity of Aluminum oxide Nanoparticles on blood ...  Read More ...

Regular Article Chemistry
Experimental Study and Quantum Calculations for Spiramycin and Isosorbide Dinitrate as Corrosion Inhibitors

Thekra Abd Alkarim; Khalida F. Al-Azawi; Rana Afif Anaee

Volume 3, Issue 1 , March 2023, Page 18-33

https://doi.org/10.53293/jasn.2022.4763.1143

Abstract
  The investigation of the efficiency of two expired drugs, including Spiramycin and Isosorbide dinitrate, was done as corrosion inhibitors for aluminum in 0.1M HCl medium using the electrochemical method by Potentiostst at four temperatures (293, 303, 313, and 323 K) and 200 ppm as constant concentration ...  Read More ...

Regular Article Materials Science
Preparing and Investigating the Structural Properties of Porous Ceramic Nano-Ferrite Composites

Huda Jabbar; Enas Muhi; Tahseen Hussien

Volume 3, Issue 1 , March 2023, Page 34-41

https://doi.org/10.53293/jasn.2022.4804.1150

Abstract
  Highly porous kaolin ceramics composites were produced by adding space-holder materials during dry pressing. To increase the strength of porous kaolin ceramic composites different ratios of cobalt-nickel ferrite nanoparticles (5, 10, 15, and 20%) were added. The sol-gel auto-combustion method prepared ...  Read More ...

Regular Article Nanotechnology
Optical Properties of Lithium Niobate Nanoparticles Prepared by Laser Ablation in Different Surfactant Solutions

Marwa S. Alwazny; Raid A. Ismail; Evan T. Salim

Volume 3, Issue 1 , March 2023, Page 42-50

https://doi.org/10.53293/jasn.2022.4663.1151

Abstract
  In this paper, the optical, structural, and surface morphology of novel lithium-niobate (LN) colloidal synthesis by ablation in liquid using a pulse laser method has been studied and analyzed for the first time. LiNbO3 suspensions are synthesized using a Q-switch Nd-YAG laser with two target types, each ...  Read More ...

Regular Article Laser Science and Technology
Room Temperature 2-Fold Morphology Porous Silicon Impedance Matching Pesticide Sensor

Rasha B. Rashid; Alwan M. Alwan; Mohammed S. Mohammed

Volume 3, Issue 1 , March 2023, Page 51-64

https://doi.org/10.53293/jasn.2022.4841.1153

Abstract
  In this work, an investigation was conducted to study the effect of electrodes’ configuration of the double morphology macPSi on the performance of electrically matched impedance pesticides sensors. The purpose was to develop an efficient electrical sensor for the quantitative detection process ...  Read More ...

Review Article Applied Physics
Study of the Properties of YBCO Superconductor Compound in Various Preparation Methods: A Short Review

Amir A. Abdul Hussein; Adi M. Abdul Hussein; Noor A. Hasan

Volume 3, Issue 1 , March 2023, Page 65-79

https://doi.org/10.53293/jasn.2022.4867.1156

Abstract
  Superconductors have entered into many applications and advanced technological fields, due to their excellent properties identified by zero resistance and expelling the magnetic field applied to them. Superconductivity is a viable technology to prevent energy losses contributed by electrical resistivity. ...  Read More ...

Regular Article Biotechnology
Antioxidant Properties of Galangin with β-cyclodextrin: An in Vitro and in Vivo

Zainab S. Abbas; Ghassan M. Sulaiman; Majid S. Jabir; Hamdoon A. Mohammed; Salman A. A. Mohammed

Volume 3, Issue 1 , March 2023, Page 80-89

https://doi.org/10.53293/jasn.2022.4876.1157

Abstract
  Galangin, a non-toxic phytochemical, is known to have a variety of therapeutic uses. This study looked into the role of inclusion complexes of galangin/β-cyclodextrin in increasing antioxidant activity over pure galangin. The role of this inclusion complex in increasing antioxidant activity in comparison ...  Read More ...

Regular Article Biotechnology
Biosynthesis and Optimization of PolyHydroxyalkanoate (PHA) Production by Acinetobacter lwoffii Isolate

Karrar K. Hameed; Iman H. Gatea; Amal A. Hussein

Volume 3, Issue 1 , March 2023, Page 90-103

https://doi.org/10.53293/jasn.2022.4970.1167

Abstract
  Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) is an eco-friendly polymer that has various important biomedical uses, as well as biodegradability, drug delivery, and medical implants. It is a kind of polyester synthesized by various microorganisms as energy reserve material under inappropriate conditions. This study focused ...  Read More ...

Review Article Nanotechnology
Statistical Analysis of Mechanical Strength and Dielectric Breakdown of Polyester Nano-Alumina Composites

Amani Z. Al Ani; Shihab A. Zaidan

Volume 3, Issue 1 , March 2023, Page 104-114

https://doi.org/10.53293/jasn.2022.4973.1168

Abstract
  The mechanical and electrical properties relation are very important, especially for brittle material. Nano Alumina-unsaturated polyester (PS/Al2O3) composites were prepared by casting PS with different percentages (1, 2, 3, and 4 wt%) of Nano alumina. Electrical breakdowns caused cracks to form around ...  Read More ...

Regular Article Applied Physics
Effect of Atmospheric Conditions on Ultraviolet Photoconductivity of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles

Mohammed A. Ibrahem; Emanuele Verrelli; Khue T. Lai; Fei Cheng; Mary O’Neill

Volume 3, Issue 1 , March 2023, Page 115-123

https://doi.org/10.53293/jasn.2022.5000.1169

Abstract
  ZnO nanoparticles have gained considerable interest lately due to their remarkable optical and electrical properties, which enable them to have the potential to be the next generation of transparent semiconductors. However, interactions with atmospheric water and surface carbonates limited and seriously ...  Read More ...

Regular Article Biotechnology
Oncolytic NDV-AMHA1 Strain Effective Against Glioblastoma Cancer Cells

Zahraa A. Kadhim; Ghassan M. Sulaiman; Ahmed M. Al-Shammari; Hamdoon A. Mohammed; Salman A. A. Mohammed

Volume 3, Issue 1 , March 2023, Page 124-136

https://doi.org/10.53293/jasn.2022.5016.1171

Abstract
  Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) is one of the most life-threatening types of cancer that is difficult to treat. The search for effective yet safe therapy is progressing and non-conventional therapies such as using viruses as a smart and selective agent against cancer are promising. The aim of the study ...  Read More ...

Regular Article Nanotechnology
Study of the Effects of Solution Types on Concentration of Iron Oxide by Pulsed Laser Ablation in Liquid

Rusul Al-Obaidy; Adawiya J. Hadier; Sharafaldin Al-Musawi; Norhana Arsad

Volume 3, Issue 1 , March 2023, Page 137-150

https://doi.org/10.53293/jasn.2022.5025.1172

Abstract
  In this work, the development of nanosystems by Pulsed Laser Ablation in Liquid (PLAIL) is of considerable importance to expand their biomedical applications, such as drug delivery. In the present study, we focus on the conditions of the preparation  Nd: YAG laser wavelength 266 nm and two different ...  Read More ...

Regular Article Biotechnology
Study of the Physicochemical and Microbiological Properties of Mozzarella Cheese Coated with Edible Casings Subsidized with Green Tea

Ihab M. Abdulhadi; Mahdi Abbas Shakak; Kifah S. Doosh

Volume 3, Issue 1 , March 2023, Page 151-163

https://doi.org/10.53293/jasn.2022.5086.1175

Abstract
  In this study, mozzarella cheese covered with edible and biodegradable films was manufactured from whey proteins reinforced with green alcoholic extract to preserve the environment from degradable plastics surrounding it. Two types of mozzarella cheese were manufactured. The first made unwrapped mozzarella ...  Read More ...

Regular Article Biotechnology
Extraction and Purification of Pullulanase from Local Mushrooms

Dalal S. Bedan

Volume 3, Issue 1 , March 2023, Page 164-173

https://doi.org/10.53293/jasn.2022.5123.1177

Abstract
  Pullulanase is defined as an extracellular carbohydrase enzyme responsible for the hydrolysis of pullulan into maltotriose. Pullulanase can be extracted from Agaricus bisporus edible mushroom and concentrated by dialysis tube using Tris-HCl buffer. This enzyme was purified by different ratios of ammonium ...  Read More ...

Regular Article Biotechnology
Role of Microalgae in Environmental Biotechnology to Remove Heavy Metals

Muzhda Q. Qader; Yahya A. Shekha

Volume 3, Issue 1 , March 2023, Page 174-184

https://doi.org/10.53293/jasn.2022.5346.1183

Abstract
  The objective of the study is to evaluate the role of microalgae in heavy metal remediation (Pb and Cd). Three microalgae species were used (Tetradesmus nygaardi, Scenedesmus quadricauda, and Coelastrella sp.) with four concentrations of both tested heavy metals (lead and cadmium) were, (5, 15, 35, and ...  Read More ...