Specific ion effects (SIE), encompassing the Hofmeister Series, have been known for more
than 130 years since Hofmeister and Lewith's foundational work. SIEs are ubiquitous and …

Background Over the past decades, the growing industrialization caused continuously
increased release of heavy metal into environment. Through the food chain, heavy metals …

Aqueous processes ranging from protein folding and enzyme turnover to colloidal ordering
and macromolecular precipitation are sensitive to the nature and concentration of the ions …

The classical Derjaguin–Landau–Verwey–Overbeek (DLVO) theory of colloids, and
corresponding theories of electrolytes, are unable to explain ion specific forces between …

Written at a level comprehensible to non-experts, this handbook covers the current state of
encapsulation and controlled released technologies, presenting the fundamental processes …

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Silks are protein-based fibers made by arthropods for a variety of task-specific applications.
In this article, we review the key features of silk proteins. This article initially focuses on the …

Written by internationally recognized experts, Surimi and Surimi Seafood, Second Edition
provides a wealth of up-to-the-minute information on all aspects of the production of surimi …

The effect of a series of sodium salts on the lower critical solution temperature (LCST) of poly
(N-isopropylacrylamide), PNIPAM, was investigated as a function of molecular weight and …

The optimization of a consolidation and protection coating for wool-based artefacts is a
challenging issue for conservator of cultural heritage. In this study, an aqueous dispersion …