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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2025Scopus SJRQ2
    Determination of the Effect of Nanoparticle Copper on Navicula cryptocephala var. veneta by Biomarkers and Bioaccumulation Amounts

    Serdar, Osman; Aydın, Ayşe Nur; Ölçülü, Abdüllatif; Çiçek Çimen, Işıl Canan; Parlak Ak, Tuba; Derman, Taner; Pala, Ayşegül; Yıldırım, Nuran Cikcikoğlu

    Pollutants such as copper nanoparticles (CuNP), which form residues in the environment, especially in water environments, cause serious damage to the environment and the organisms living in the environment. In this study, Navicula cryptocephala var. veneta was selected as a model organism. The EC50 values of CuNP on Navicula cryptocephala var. veneta were determined as 4.94 mg\L and 3 different application concentrations were determined considering this ratio. The experiments were carried out in 3 replicates and samples were taken at 24 and 96 hours. At the end of 120 hours, samples were taken to determine the elimination values. CuNP accumulation amounts in the samples were measured by electrothermal atomic absorption spectrophotometer (ETAAS). For biomarker analysis, thiobarbituric acid (TBARS) and glutathione (GSH) levels and superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT) and glutathione peroxidase (GPx) activities were performed using CAYMAN ELISA kit. According to the study data, as CuNP concentration and application time increased, the amount of accumulation in Navicula cryptocephala also increased. Increasing-decreasing changes were observed in elimination. CuNP caused oxidative stress in N. cryptocephala and caused changes in TBARS and GSH levels. In addition, it caused increases in SOD activities and statistically significant decreases (P<0.05) in CAT and GPx activities.

    • SDG 6 · Temiz Su ve Sanitasyon
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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2025Scopus SJRQ2
    Nursing Students' Attitudes Towards Clinical Practice and Occupational Risk Perceptions

    Daşbilek, Ferhat; Yeşiltepe, Akgün; Erçel, Şeyda

    Aims and Objectives: In this study, it was aimed to determine nursing students' attitudes towards clinical practice and their perceptions of occupational risk. Method: The research is descriptive and cross-sectional. The population of this study consisted of second-, third- and fourth-year students studying in the Department of Nursing affiliated to the Faculty of Health Sciences of a university located in Turkey. The analysis was conducted using JASP 0.19.1.0 and SPSS 25 software. Mann–Whitney U and Kruskal–Wallis tests were applied. The Bonferroni test was performed to identify the group causing the difference. Results: A significant positive correlation was found between nursing students' perception of occupational risk and nursing students' attitude toward clinical practice (r = 0.434, p = 0.000). The mean score of the nursing students' perception of occupational risk in nursing students was 68.74 ± 15.04. The mean score of attitude towards clinical practice in nursing students was 100.04 ± 24.83. A statistically significant difference was found between the presence of attitude towards clinical practice in nursing students and perception of occupational risk in nursing students in the gender variable (p < 0.05), whereas a statistically significant difference was found between adequate information about the nursing profession and attitude towards clinical practice in nursing students (p < 0.05). Conclusion: In the findings of the study, nursing students' perception of occupational risk and attitudes towards clinical practice were found at a high level. A statistically significant difference was found between the presence of perception of occupational risk in nursing students and attitude towards clinical practice in nursing students in the gender variable. In addition, a statistically significant difference was found between adequate knowledge and nursing profession about the nursing profession and attitude towards clinical practice in nursing students.

    • SDG 3 · Sağlık ve Kaliteli Yaşam
    • SDG 4 · Nitelikli Eğitim
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  • MakaleYalnız künye2025Scopus SJRQ2
    The effect of WC addition on CrMnFeCoNi high entropy alloys: crystal-micro structure, hardness and wear behavior

    Taşgın, Yahya; Kanca, M Sait; Kök, Mediha; Anik, Kerem

    High entropy alloys are produced by combining four or more elements in close percentage ratios. Recently, these alloys have become the preferred group due to their superior mechanical and thermal properties. In this study, tungsten carbide (WC) was doped into CrMnFeCoNi alloys at different ratios, and the effects of WC and heat treatment on the doped alloys were investigated. XRD, SEM, and EDS analyses, wear tests, and microhardness measurements were performed on the produced samples to examine their microstructural properties. When comparing the heat-treated samples with WC (3%, 5%, and 10% additions) to the untreated samples, it was found that the average hardness values of the heat-treated samples were higher. Although the grain structures of the samples, as observed through XRD, SEM, and EDS, were preserved, their ratios were altered, and the wear tests revealed that the mass losses of the heat-treated samples increased.

  • MakaleAçık Erişim2025Scopus SJRQ1
    Modeling water infiltration into soil under fractional wettability conditions

    Di Prima, Simone; Stewart, Ryan D.; Abou Najm, Majdi R.; Yilmaz, Deniz; Comegna, Alessandro; Lassabatere, Laurent

    The heterogeneous distribution of water-repellent materials at the soil surface causes a phenomenon known as fractional wettability. This condition frequently triggers destabilization of the wetting front during water infiltration, resulting in the formation of fingered bypass flow. However, few analytical tools exist to understand and model this behavior. Moreover, existing infiltration models fail to fit certain infiltration curves that exist in experimental data. For these reasons, we introduce a novel infiltration model to simulate water infiltration under fractional wettable conditions. We conceptualize the soil surface as a composite of two distinct portions: a water-repellent fraction, where hydrophobic effects impede water infiltration, and a wettable fraction, where capillarity and gravity are the dominant forces controlling the process. The new model was validated using a dataset comprising infiltration data from 60 field measurements. Additionally, validation was performed using 660 analytically generated infiltration curves from six synthetic soils with varying textures. This innovative approach enabled us to account for the combined influence of these two fractions and to enhance the interpretation of infiltration curves with mixed shapes, which other common methods are unable to reproduce.

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  • MakaleYalnız künye2025Scopus SJRQ1
    Effect of Ohmic Heating on the Quality and Nutrient Preservation of Plum Marmalade: A Comparison With Conventional Heating

    Ekici, Seymanur; Omac, Basri; Sabanci, Serdal

    In this study, plum marmalade was prepared using the ohmic heating method at three distinct voltage gradients (30, 35, and 40 V/cm). The quality properties of the marmalade prepared this way were contrasted with those prepared using the conventional heating method. Total phenolic content (TPC), antioxidant activity (AA), vitamin C content, total color change (ΔE), hydroxymethylfurfural (HMF), and the amount of time needed for the process, including heating and evaporation, were all measured as part of the study. According to the findings, ohmic heating—specifically, a voltage gradient of 40 V/cm—significantly reduced the heating time when compared to the traditional method, which raised the stability of vitamin C, AA, and phenolic compounds. When ohmic heating was used instead of conventional heating, the amounts of TPC, AA, and vitamin C increased by 19.50%, 33.90%, and 149.12%, respectively. In comparison to traditional heating under atmospheric conditions, the results also showed that ohmic heating increased the amounts of gallic acid (40.61%), catechin (40.98%), chlorogenic acid (25.05%), and rutin (24.67%). Furthermore, the results showed that ohmic heating reduced the amount of HMF (34.34%) and ΔE (2.27%) in comparison to conventional heating. TPC, AA, vitamin C, gallic acid, catechin, chlorogenic acid, and rutin were higher than conventional heating; nevertheless, HMF and ΔE were lower than conventional heating at the applied ohmic heating process. The results obtained indicate a strong potential for an ohmic heating system as a rapid heating method for preserving nutritional value.

    • SDG 2 · Açlığa Son
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  • MakaleYayıncıda açık erişim2025Scopus SJRQ1
    Experimental analysis of a double-slope solar still integrated with parabolic trough solar collector using nanofluid

    Tuğan, Volkan; İnallı, Mustafa; Işık, Erdem

    The use of solar energy in the treatment of saline water offers a sustainable and low-cost solution to the increasing global fresh water demand. In this direction, solar still systems separate water vapor from saline water by directly using solar radiation and then condense it to obtain pure water. However, their fresh water productivity is relatively low. Therefore, in this study, the fresh water productivity and thermal efficiency of the double slope solar distillation unit integrated with parabolic trough solar collector, which operates completely on solar energy, were investigated experimentally. In addition, the effect of water-based nanofluid containing multi-walled carbon nanotubes on the performance of the solar still was investigated. All the stills produced were compared in terms of fresh water productivity and thermal efficiency. According to the results obtained from the study, the highest daily productivity was found to be 1963.8 g/m2/day, 2008.5 g/m2/day, 2592.0 g/m2/day and 2937.6 g/m2/day for SSSS, DSSS, PTSC integrated DSSS and both NF and PTSC integrated DSSS, respectively. It was observed that the daily productivity of DSSS, DSSS with integrated PTSC, and DSSS with both PTSC and NF were 6.6 %, 42.2 %, and 49.6 % higher than SSSS, respectively. Additionally, it was observed that the thermal efficiency of DSSS using PTSC and NF was lower compared to SSSS due to its larger system area.

    • SDG 6 · Temiz Su ve Sanitasyon
    • SDG 7 · Erişilebilir ve Temiz Enerji
    • SDG 13 · İklim Eylemi
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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2025Scopus SJRQ2
    Effect of B4C Amount on Microstructural and Mechanical Properties of Cu/h-BN/B4C Metal Matrix Composites Fabricated via Spark Plasma Sintering

    Çelebi, Müslim; Karabacak, Abdullah Hasan; Özkaya, Serdar; Çelik, Ertuğrul; Sekban, Dursun Murat; Çanakçı, Aykut; Yanar, Harun

    Copper (Cu) is widely used in electrical, electronic, and tribological systems owing to its excellent electrical and thermal conductivity. However, its relatively low hardness and poor wear resistance limit its use in demanding engineering applications. In this study, Cu-based hybrid metal matrix composites (MMCs) reinforced with hexagonal boron nitride (h-BN) and boron carbide (B4C) were fabricated via spark plasma sintering (SPS) to improve their mechanical and tribological performance. The h-BN content was fixed at 1 wt.% to ensure solid lubrication, while the B4C content was varied (0.25, 0.5, 0.75, and 1 wt.%) to examine its influence on the microstructural, mechanical, electrical, and wear properties of the composites. Microstructural analyses confirmed a homogeneous distribution of h-BN and B4C particles in the Cu matrix at low and moderate reinforcement levels, whereas excessive B4C resulted in partial agglomeration and reduced densification. All composites achieved relative densities above 95%, demonstrating the high densification efficiency of the SPS process. Hardness increased markedly with B4C addition due to dispersion strengthening and grain refinement, while electrical conductivity decreased slightly because of the insulating nature of the reinforcements. Tribological tests showed that the composite containing 0.75 wt.% B4C exhibited the best performance, with the lowest wear rate and stable friction behavior. Overall, the results indicate that co-reinforcing Cu with h-BN and B4C through SPS is a promising strategy for developing multifunctional materials suitable for electrical contact and sliding applications.

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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2025Scopus SJRQ2
    Generalized Statistical Convergence in Sequence Spaces: A Modulus Function Perspective

    Atıcı Turan, Gülcan

    This study introduces a flexible framework for analyzing how sequences of numbers approach a limit, even when traditional convergence criteria fail. By incorporating modulus function mathematical tools that quantify growth rates, this research extends the concept of statistical convergence to handle sequences with irregular or sparse behavior. Key results establish connections between this generalized convergence theory and related properties, like boundedness, providing a unified approach to understanding sequence dynamics. The findings enhance our ability to model and analyze complex data patterns in mathematics and beyond.

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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2025Scopus SJRQ2
    Effects of multiple element doping in NiTi based SMAs: Variation of phase transition and structural properties with Cu and Ag doping

    Tatar, Cengiz; Mohammed, Safar Saeed; Kanca, M Sait; Qadir, Rezhaw Abdalla; Kök, Mediha

    In this study, Ni41−2xTi49Cu7+xAg3+x (x = 0, 1, 2, 3) shape memory quaternary alloys were synthesized by arc melting, and their thermal, structural and mechanical properties were extensively investigated. Systemically, investigations have been carried out on the phase transformation behavior, thermodynamic properties, microstructure and oxidation resistance of the alloys with increasing Cu and Ag content. Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) showed the shape memory effects of all alloys at low temperature. The transformation temperatures increased with increasing Cu and Ag concentrations. Thermodynamic analysis showed that Gibbs free energy trends and entropy were attributed to increased thermal stability at higher doping levels. XRD analysis confirmed the presence of martensitic (β19, β19′) and intermetallic Ti2(NiCu) phases, and grain refinement was found in higher doped samples. Microhardness measurements showed more homogeneous and stabilized microstructures at increasing doping, while SEM imaging showed that the hardness increased significantly. Thermogravimetric analysis showed that Cu and Ag slightly compromised the oxidation resistance due to the destabilization of the passive oxide layers. These results suggest that varying the Cu and Ag content in NiTi-based alloys is an effective method for improving mechanical strength and thermomechanical performance in advanced engineering applications.

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  • MakaleYayıncıda açık erişim2025Scopus SJRQ2
    COVID-19 Alters Respiratory Function Associations in High-Level Athletes

    Kabak, Banu; Erdoğan, Murat; Tortu, Erkan; Deliceoğlu, Gökhan; Bulgay, Celal; Kızar, Oktay; Baydaş, Giyasettin; Szabo, Attila

    Background and Objectives: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has affected multiple physiological systems, including respiratory function, which is critical for athletic performance. Although alterations in pulmonary dynamics have been observed in high-level athletes recovering from COVID-19, the effects on respiratory function remain unclear. In this context, the present study aimed to examine the impact of COVID-19 on the interrelationships among respiratory function parameters in high-level athletes. Materials and Methods: Sixty-eight high-level athletes participated in the present study, including 34 with a history of COVID-19 and 34 controls without prior infection. Respiratory function and respiratory muscle strength were assessed using a digital spirometer (Pony FX, Cosmed, Italy). Key variables included Forced Vital Capacity (FVC), Peak Expiratory Flow (PEF), Maximum Voluntary Ventilation (MVV), Forced Expiratory Volume in one second (FEV1), and Maximum Inspiratory/Expiratory Pressure (MIP/MEP). Results: High-level athletes with prior COVID-19 infection exhibited significant differences in the correlations (p < 0.05) between FVC and PEF, FVC and MVV, FEV1 and FEV1/FVC, and MIP and MVV compared to controls. Conclusions: These findings suggest that COVID-19 can disrupt the interrelationships among respiratory function parameters in high-level athletes, highlighting the need for further longitudinal investigations.

    • SDG 3 · Sağlık ve Kaliteli Yaşam
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    Median-Linear model for solar radiation estimation by comparison with ANFIS and Angström-Prescott methods

    Acar, Ramazan; Saplıoğlu, Kemal; Güçlü, Yavuz Selim

    This paper aims to propose a novel approach to estimating solar radiation in relation to sunshine duration. A hybrid Median-Linear (MedLin) model is presented including both the median value and the linear solar radiation equation. First stage is concerned with two-stage alternative of the proposed model with inputs and outputs exhibiting a seasonality structure and it is seasonally adjusted using median values. In the second stage, the linear equation for the difference values is determined with estimations the difference in solar radiation. Finally, the median value and the estimated difference value are added. Monthly total solar radiation values are estimated using monthly total sunshine duration data from Mardin, Adana, Bozova, Hakkari, Şırnak, and Van stations in Southeast of Türkiye for the application. The predictions of the MedLin approach are compared with the results of the Angström-Prescott, ANFIS, and Mean-Linear (MeanLin) models. As for the prediction of monthly total solar radiation data at Mardin and Hakkari stations, the proposed MedLin approach yields the best results compared to other methods with mean absolute percentage error 3.508% and 8.951%, respectively. Angström-Prescott model for Adana, MeanLin method for Bozova, ANFIS model for Şırnak, and MeanLin model for Van provided the best predictions with mean absolute percentage error 3.721%, 3.285%, 4.278%, and 13.101%, respectively. The results show that the MedLin technique proposed in this paper is useful for solar radiation estimation.

    • SDG 13 · İklim Eylemi
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    Synthesis and characterization of oligomers contain phenylhydrazyne unit via oxidative polycondensation: Adsorption studies, kinetic modeling and validation methods

    Bayır, Erdal; Solmaz, Adnan; Kaya, İsmet; Yağmur, Hatice Karaer

    In this study, 4-((2-phenylhydrazono)methyl)benzene-1,2-diol (4-PHBD) Schiff base was obtained from the condensation reaction between 3,4-dihydroxybenzaldehyde (3,4-DHBA) and phenylhydrazine (PH). The obtained Schiff base (4-PHBD) was polymerized using H2O2, NaOCl, and O2 oxidants in an aqueous basic medium (10 % KOH) and 4-PHBD was converted to o-(4-PHBD)-P (by H2O2 oxidant), o-(4-PHBD)-H (by NaOCl oxidant) and o-(4-PHBD)-O (by O2 oxidant). The structures of Schiff base and oligomers were characterized with FT-IR, NMR, SEM, TGA, UV-Vis, CV and GPC measurements. The Cyclic Voltammetry and UV-Vis measurements were used to ascertain the compounds' optical (Eg) and electrochemical (Eg’) band gaps, respectively. The Eg values of o-(4-PHBD)-P, o-(4-PHBD)-O and o-(4-PHBD)-H were found be 2.99, 2.63 and 3.26 eV, respectively. o-(4-PHBD)-O was used as an adsorbent in the removal of methylene green (MG) from an aqueous solution. The obtained data were applied to pseudo-first order and pseudo-second order kinetic models. It was determined that the adsorption process obeyed the pseudo first order kinetic model. The kinetic model was validated with R2, RMSE, SSE, SD, Δqe (%), MSE and ARE validation methods. The activation energy (Ea) was calculated as 7.31 kJ mol−1 using the Arrhenius equation. It was determined that the adsorption of MG on o-(4-PHBD)-O was physical adsorption.

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    Unlocking the potential of nutmeg oil: A sustainable alternative for rainbow trout anesthesia in aquaculture

    Minaz, Mert; Er, Akif; Ak, Kübra; Serdar, Osman

    In aquaculture, interest in natural anesthetic agents as alternatives to synthetic anesthetics has been steadily increasing. This is due to concerns over residue accumulation, environmental impact, and growing demand for sustainable practices. Within this context, the present study focused on the anesthetic effects of nutmeg essential oil at three different concentrations in rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss, 94.42 ± 23.9 g): low (400 µL/L), medium (600 µL/L), and high (800 µL/L). Induction and recovery times were recorded, and samples were collected at 0, 2, 4, and 8 hours post-anesthesia for antioxidant, cortisol, and hematological analyses. Additionally, gill tissues were sampled immediately after anesthesia for histological examination. While the induction time for the low concentration exceeded 3 minutes, the induction and recovery times for the other concentrations ranged within acceptable limits (3 min for induction and 5 min for recovery). Blood parameters exhibited an increasing trend until the 4th hour post-anesthesia, peaking at the 2nd hour, before returning to control levels by the 4th hour. Histological evaluation revealed healthy gill tissues in the control and low-concentration group (400 µL/L), whereas hyperplasia was observed in the medium (600 µL/L) and high-concentration (800 µL/L) groups. Antioxidant enzyme activity (superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT), malondialdehyde (MDA), and glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px)) indicated potential oxidative stress at the high anesthetic concentration. Similarly, cortisol levels were higher at the high concentration, with plasma cortisol showing a slight initial increase followed by a return to normal levels over time. In conclusion, this study highlights that nutmeg oil at a concentration of 600 µL/L may serve as a promising natural alternative to synthetic anesthetics in aquaculture. However, future studies should include a synthetic anesthetic as a control to allow for direct comparisons and a more comprehensive evaluation of its efficacy and physiological effects.

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  • MakaleYalnız künye2025Scopus SJRQ2
    Evaluation of Nano-Zinc Borate Effects on Thermal Properties, Morphology, Antibacterial Activity, and Drug Release Behavior of Starch/Gelatin Hydrogel Films for Biomedical Applications

    Koçak, Berna; Gürler, Nedim; İpek, Yeliz; Yazdıç, Ferit Can; Karaman, Altuğ

    Starch and gelatin offer opportunities for use due to their non-toxicity, biocompatibility, physical and functional properties. In this study, different amounts of nano-zinc borate were added to starch/gelatin composition for biological applications and their properties were studied. The structure of the films was investigated by various techniques. Nanostructured zinc borate was synthesized using a chemical method and particle sizes were determined as 196 nm. The atenolol drug was doped into the polymer composite. The atenolol release was performed at pH 7.4 and in phosphate-buffered saline solution medium. Cumulative drug release was 76% with the inclusion of nano-zinc borate in the polymer mixture. The atenolol release was approximately 50%–70% in films with nano-zinc borate added after 300 min. Furthermore, thermal resistance of the films improved with the addition of nano-zinc borate. The investigated chemical compound exhibited pronounced antibacterial activity against Gram-positive bacteria (Bacillus subtilis and Staphylococcus aureus), with significantly greater potency compared to Gram-negative bacteria (E. coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa). Notably, the formulation containing 1.5% starch, 0.5% gelatin, and 1% nano-zinc borate demonstrated broad-spectrum efficacy against all tested pathogens, highlighting its potential as a promising antibacterial agent. The observed differential activity against bacterial strains suggests that fine-tuning the concentrations of starch, gelatin, and nano-zinc borate may optimize antibacterial efficacy and broaden the spectrum. The results showed us that non-toxic and biocompatible polymer films can be realized in pharmaceutical industry systems and biomedical applications.

    • SDG 3 · Sağlık ve Kaliteli Yaşam
  • MakaleAçık Erişim2025Scopus SJRQ1
    The Mediating Role of Physical Literacy in the Relationship Between e-Health Literacy and a Sustainable Healthy Lifestyle Among Adolescents

    Akarsu, Mehmet; Güllü, Mehmet; Günata, Gül Polat; Kızılkaya, Aysel; Aydın, Savaş; Özcan, Ecesu; Norman, Göktuğ; Kurhan, Cihad Onur

    Background: It is well-established that, for adolescents to adopt sustainable healthy lifestyle behaviors, not only access to information but also the skills required to translate that information into action are critical. In this field, research that examines the relationship between e-health literacy and sustainable healthy lifestyle behaviors within the context of physical literacy is notably scarce. In this context, the aim of this study is to examine the effect of e-health literacy on a sustainable healthy lifestyle and to evaluate the mediating role of physical literacy in this relationship. Methods: A total of 835 adolescents from high schools across Türkiye voluntarily participated in this study. During the data collection process, the e-Health Literacy Scale, the Perceived Physical Literacy Scale, and the Healthy and Sustainable Lifestyle Scale were utilized. Data were analyzed using the JASP (version 0.18.3.0) software. Correlation analysis and structural equation modeling were conducted, and the bootstrap method (n = 5000) was employed for mediation analysis. Results: The effect of e-health literacy on a sustainable healthy lifestyle was found to be positive and statistically significant (β = 0.452, p < 0.001). Similarly, e-health literacy significantly predicted physical literacy (β = 0.755, p < 0.001), and physical literacy significantly predicted a sustainable healthy lifestyle (β = 0.310, p < 0.001). The mediating effect was also statistically significant (β = 0.234, p < 0.001). The model explained 32% of the variance in healthy lifestyle behaviors. Conclusions: The findings indicate that evaluating e-health literacy and physical literacy together provides a holistic approach to fostering sustainable healthy lifestyle habits among adolescents. It is recommended that intervention programs be structured to encompass both areas of competence.

    • SDG 3 · Sağlık ve Kaliteli Yaşam
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    Synthesis of New Copolymer and Genotoxic Effects on Triticum aestivum L. (Wheat) Root Tip Cells

    Taşar, Neslihan; Torgut, Gülben

    In the present study, a copolymer of poly(N,N-dimethylacrylamide) and sodium acrylate was synthesized with the Solution Polymerization Technique. The purpose was to uncover the cytotoxic and genotoxic effects on root tip cells of the Triticum aestivum L. plant germinated with this polymer at different concentrations (25, 50, 100, and 200 ppm). The deposition of poly(DMAA-co-NaAc) copolymer in the study sample T. aestivum was demonstrated with the FTIR, UV–VIS spectroscopy analysis, X-Ray Diffraction (XRD) Spectroscopy, Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), SEM Element Map, and Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy (EDS) Spectrum. All concentrations of the poly(DMAA-co-NaAc) copolymer caused a decrease in the Mitotic Index (MI). The poly(DMAA-co-NaAc) copolymer caused various mitotic abnormalities such as loss of genetic material, deconstructed prophase, adhesion, chromosome groupings in metaphase, deconstructed metaphase, C-metaphase, chromosomal loss, chromosomal fracture, deconstructed anaphase, lagging chromosome, fragment, polar aberration, bridge, advancing, star anaphase, multipolarity, and deconstructed telophase. Study results show that poly(DMAA-co-NaAc) copolymer will cause abnormalities in mitosis as a result of its uptake by plants. These results also show that the poly(DMAA-co-NaAc) polymer, which affects organisms, must be produced in a controlled setting to reduce its accumulation in nature and ultimately disposed of in a way that will not harm the environment.

    • SDG 2 · Açlığa Son
  • MakaleYalnız künye2025Scopus SJRQ2
    Hydrocolloid materials of fish bone-derived in edible films: can hydroxyapatite be an alternative approach to improving fillet shelf life?

    Alak, Gonca; Kuzgun, Nermin Karaton

    The valorization of industrial fish waste has gained significant scientific interest due to its integrated benefits such as waste management and resource recovery. The aim of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of fish bones, which is one of the wastes of aquaculture processing and constitutes approximately 9–15% of the waste generated as a result of the process, as a preservative in the food industry within the scope of green chemistry applications, sustainability and green product targets. In line with this objective, in the first stage, hydroxyapatite (HAP) was obtained from the fish bones, in the second stage, chitosan (Ch)-based coating solutions were enriched with HAP at different levels (0.02, 0.04 and 0.08 g / L) and in the last stage, fillets were coated with this solution and fillet quality parameters were monitored by microbiological, chemical and sensory analyses at certain intervals (0, 3, 6, 9 and 12 days) during 12 days of storage (at + 4 °C). Based on the data obtained during the storage period, the shelf life of control (Chitosan, Ch). chitosan + low HAP (Ch + L-HAP) and chitosan + medium HAP (Ch + M-HAP) fillet groups increased by 50%, 26% and 20%, respectively, compared to chitosan + high HAP (Ch + H-HAP). In the findings obtained, it was determined that the high concentration application (Ch + H-HAP) had a negative effect on all the parameters studied in fillets, and when the data on the last day of storage, especially the microbiological results were taken into consideration, it was determined that the shelf life decreased by 20–50% on average compared to the other concentrations (Ch + L-HAP and Ch + M-HAP) and Ch group and caused serious negativities in sensory parameters. Based on this result, it would be useful to try low and medium levels of this compound in different combinations. These findings indicate that HAP-enriched chitosan coatings have potential as a promising delivery system for the effective and controlled transport of bioactive ingredients in the food industry.

    • SDG 12 · Sorumlu Üretim ve Tüketim
    • SDG 14 · Sudaki Yaşam
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    Bioactive Compounds and Antioxidant Properties of Mucus from Freshwater Snails Viviparus contectus and Planorbis rubrum

    Kocabaş, Filiz Kutluyer; Kocabaş, Mehmet; Kızak, Volkan; Korkmaz, Büşra; Benzer, Fulya; Erişir, Mine

    Abstract: As a viscous-elastic substance, snail mucus has a great attention in the medical and cosmetic industries in recent years due to contain many bioactive compounds. Freshwater snails are cosmopolite aquatic invertebrates and distribute nearly all types of inland aquatic bodies due to their adaptive abilities, rapid growth and short life cycles and, the compounds of mucus derived from freshwater snails has not been well documented. Hence, this study focused on identification bio-active ingredients and determination of protein content and antioxidant enzyme activities in freshwater snails Viviparus contectus and Planorbis rubrum mucus. Bioactive constituents of mucus in freshwater snails were characterized by Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-FID-MS) analysis. Antioxidants (GSH, SOD, CAT and GSH-Px) and protein content were assessed in freshwater snails. Our data revealed that thirteen compounds are characterized with nonadecanoic acid methyl ester (11.57%), nonadecane (5.01%) and heptadecanoic acid methyl ester (4.19%) as the main components of P. rubrum mucus while eleven compounds are characterized with farnesol (11.23%), 5-hydroxymethyl-1,1,4α-Trimethyl-6-methylene-decahydronphthalen-2-ol (9.73%), kaur-16-en-18-oic acid methyl ester (9.64%), tricosane (9.62%), and kaurene (8.44%) as the main components of V. contectus mucus. Nonadecanoic acid methyl ester and nonadecane, known as effective bioactive constituents having antimutagenic and antitumor capability, were determined with 11.57 and 5.01% of the total bio-active composition of P. rubrum mucus, respectively. As a major constituent, farnesol was detected with 11.23% of the total bio-active composition of V. contectus mucus. Moreover, the presence of kaurene, known as a potent bioactive compound for cancer treatment, in notably quantity in V. contectus mucus. In addition, GSH levels and SOD, CAT, and GPx activities was highest level in P. rubrum compared to V. contectus. Protein content was highest level in V. contectus than P. rubrum. Overall, individual compounds of V. contectus and P. rubrum mucus could be isolated and purified and used for the treatment of a variety of human ailments.

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    Nanoarchitectonics and radiation mitigation in Sm2O3-doped lithium borotellurite glass systems: From amorphous harmony to localized order

    Kilic, G.; Durmus, Hasan; Birdogan, Selçuk; Ilik, E.; Perişanoğlu, Esra Kavaz; Saltık, Sevda; Guler, Ömer; ALMisned, Ghada; Tekin, H.O.

    In this study, a novel series of nano-Sm2O3-doped lithium borotellurite glasses was synthesized and systematically investigated in terms of their structural, physical, and radiation shielding characteristics. X-ray diffraction confirmed the amorphous nature of all samples, while transmission electron microscopy revealed progressive nanoarchitectural refinement and particle growth with increasing Sm2O3 content, from uniformly dispersed nanodomains to dense agglomerates exhibiting short-range crystalline ordering. Energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy and elemental mapping validated the homogeneous incorporation of boron, oxygen, tellurium, and samarium throughout the glass matrix without phase separation. Gamma-ray shielding evaluations showed enhanced mass attenuation coefficients and reduced half-value layers, particularly in the Sm(n)8 sample, with significant performance gains at lower photon energies. Neutron shielding assessments further indicated elevated macroscopic removal cross-section values and dose attenuation, affirming the compositional benefit of Sm2O3 for fast neutron mitigation. It can be concluded that nano-Sm2O3 incorporation would play a multifunctional role on structural and radioprotective properties in addition to morphostructural features of lithium borotellurite glasses.

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    Investigation of Mechanical Properties of Jute and Tea Waste-Reinforced Epoxy Composite Material Produced by Vacuum Assisted Resin Infusion Molding

    Dogan, Akar; Mahmat, Aybars; Agar, Salih

    Recently, the production of materials obtained from plant sources has been increasing due to their environmentally friendly and sustainable sources. Natural fibers and waste materials offer a remarkable alternative in composite production due to their biodegradability, low cost and renewability. In this study, composite materials were produced using hybrid Jute and industrial tea waste-reinforced epoxy materials by vacuum assisted resin infusion molding. In this context, the reason for using natural and industrial resources such as jute fiber and tea waste is to contribute to both the improvement of mechanical properties and the reduction of environmental impacts. It was observed that tensile and flexural strength decreased as the amount of tea waste increased. Conversely, the energy absorbed during the quasi-static punch shear and Charpy impact tests increased, unlike the tensile and flexural strength. Approximately 50% decrease was observed in the tensile strength of the 60% tea waste reinforced material compared to the pure jute composite material. In Charpy impact and quasi-static punch shear tests, a 5% increase in the energy absorbed in the 60% tea waste reinforced composite materials was obtained.

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