OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The median citation count of Global Challenges is 1. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2021-08-01 to 2025-08-01.)

Article	Citations
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Functionalized MoO₃ Nanosheets for High‐Efficiency RhB Removal	101
Techno−Economic Analysis and Multi‐Objective Optimization of Cross‐Flow Wind Turbines for Smart Building Energy Systems	97
Masthead: (Global Challenges 4/2023)	87
Kinetic Insights into Methanol Synthesis from CO₂ Hydrogenation at Atmospheric Pressure over Intermetallic Pd₂Ga Catalyst	85
Lipid Nanoparticle (LNP) ‐A Vector Suitable for Evolving Therapies for Advanced Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC)	55
Issue Information	49
Assembling the climate story: use of storyline approaches in climate‐related science	45
Strawberry Protease as a Laundry Detergent Additive Candidate: Immobilization, Compatibility Study with Detergent Ingredients, and Washing Performance Test	42
CeO₂ Nanoparticles Seed Priming Increases Salicylic Acid Level and ROS Scavenging Ability to Improve Rapeseed Salt Tolerance (Global Challenges 7/2022)	42
Green Coffee Bean Extract Assisted Facile Synthesis of Reduced Graphene Oxide and Its Dye Removal Activity	41
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On‐Site, On‐Demand 3D‐Printed Nasopharyngeal Swabs to Improve the Access of Coronavirus Disease‐19 Testing	33
Effective Separation of Cancer‐Derived Exosomes in Biological Samples for Liquid Biopsy: Classic Strategies and Innovative Development	32
(Global Challenges 10/2021)	30
Advances in Nanohybrid Membranes for Dye Reduction: A Comprehensive Review	29
A Solar to Chemical Strategy: Green Hydrogen as a Means, Not an End	27
Lightweight Natural Fiber Insulation Boards Produced with Kapok Fiber (Ceiba Pentandra) and Polylactic Acid or Bicomponent Fiber as a Binder	24
Sustainable Strategies for Converting Organic, Electronic, and Plastic Waste From Municipal Solid Waste Into Functional Materials	24
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Silver Nanoparticle‐Mediated Antiviral Efficacy against Enveloped Viruses: A Comprehensive Review	22
Determination of Groundwater Vulnerability for Protection of the Drinking Water Basins: A Case Study From Türkiye, Kesikköprü Dam Lake Basin	22

Measurement of Carbon Emission Transfer in China's Construction Industry and Analysis of Spatial and Temporal Distribution of Carbon Emissions	22
Production and Characterization of Open Cell Cordierite from Boron and Waste Materials by Geopolymer Method for the Emission After Treatment System of Diesel Engines	22
A Perspective on Removal of Cyanotoxins from Water Through Advanced Oxidation Processes	21
Masthead: (Global Challenges 1/2022)	21
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Comparative Study of the Effective Properties of 0–3 and Gyroid Triply Periodic Minimal Surface Cement‐Piezocomposites	20
Bioinspired Interfacial Spontaneous Growth of ZnO Nanocatalysts onto Recycled Textiles as a Sustainable Approach for Water Purification	20
Development of Graphene‐Based Materials in Bone Tissue Engineaering	19
Optimization of Quercetin‐Assisted Silver Nanoparticles Synthesis and Evaluation of Their Hemocompatibility, Antioxidant, Anti‐Inflammatory, and Antibacterial effects	19
A Long‐Lasting Skin Protectant Based on CG‐101, a Deep Eutectic Solvent Comprising Choline and Geranic Acid	19
Vanillin‐Derived Thermally Reprocessable and Chemically Recyclable Schiff‐Base Epoxy Thermosets	18
Targeted Crystallization of Rare Earth Carbonate Polymorphs at Hydrothermal Conditions via Mineral Replacement Reactions	18
Masthead: (Global Challenges 9/2022)	17
The Biochar Derived from Carp for High‐Efficiency Solar Steam Generation and Water Purification (Global Challenges 1/2022)	17
Biodegradation in Composting Conditions of PBEAS Monofilaments for the Sustainable End‐Use of Fishing Nets	16
New Insight into Mercury Removal from Fish Meat Using a Single‐Component Solution Containing cysteine	16
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Biomedical Big Data Technologies, Applications, and Challenges for Precision Medicine: A Review	15
Advances and Applications of Metal‐Organic Frameworks (MOFs) in Emerging Technologies: A Comprehensive Review	15
Waste to Wealth: Electrochemical Innovations in Hydrogen Production From Industrial Wastewater	15
Challenges in Recycling Spent Lithium‐Ion Batteries: Spotlight on Polyvinylidene Fluoride Removal	15
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Issue Information	14
Issue Information	14
(Global Challenges 8/2023)	13
Future Energy Breakthroughs: Implications for the Hydrocarbon Economies of the Arabian Gulf	13
Sustainable Hydrogen Production, a Review of Methods, Types, Applications, Challenges, and Future Perspectives	13
(Global Challenges 5/2023)	13
From Lab to Field: Damp Heat Testing and its Implications for PV Module Service Lifetime	12
Parameter Extraction of Single, Double, and Triple‐Diode Photovoltaic Models Using the Weighted Leader Search Algorithm	12
Masthead: (Global Challenges 1/2023)	12
Computational Perspectives on Amoxicillin and Staphylococcus Aureus in Mirror Life	12
Dye Degradation, Antimicrobial Activity, and Molecular Docking Analysis of Samarium‐Grafted Carbon Nitride Doped‐Bismuth Oxobromide Quantum Dots	12
The Biochar Derived from Carp for High‐Efficiency Solar Steam Generation and Water Purification	12
Photoelectrocatalysis for Hydrogen Evolution Ventures into the World of Organic Synthesis	12
Energy Sources and Thermal Management Technologies for Electric Vehicle Batteries: A Technical Review	12
Alpha‐Gal Syndrome: An Underrated Serious Disease and a Potential Future Challenge	12
Pinaceae Pine Resins (Black Pine, Shore Pine, Rosin, and Baltic Amber) as Natural Dielectrics for Low Operating Voltage, Hysteresis‐Free, Organic Field Effect Transistors	11
Fabrication of Novel Functional Cell‐Plastic Using Polyvinyl Alcohol: Effects of Cross‐Linking Structure and Mixing Ratio of Components on the Mechanical and Thermal Properties (Global Challenges 8/20	11
Navigating Performance Standards for Face Mask Materials: A Custom‐Built Apparatus for Measuring Particle Filtration Efficiency	11
The Fragile State of Industrial Agriculture: Estimating Crop Yield Reductions in a Global Catastrophic Infrastructure Loss Scenario	11
Evaluation of Sustainability of a Prune Production Process from Farm to Fork Approach based on Thermodynamic Principles and Actual Operational Data	11
Thermally Conductive Molten Salt for Thermal Energy Storage: Synergistic Effect of a Hybrid Graphite‐Graphene Nanoplatelet Filler	11
Tunable Fungal Monofilaments from Food Waste for Textile Applications	10
Reusable and Antibacterial Polymer‐Based Nanocomposites for the Adsorption of Dyes and the Visible‐Light‐Driven Photocatalytic Degradation of Antibiotics	10
Adapting Neutralizing Antibodies to Viral Variants by Structure‐Guided Affinity Maturation Using Phage Display Technology	10
ALA‐A2 Is a Novel Anticancer Peptide Inspired by Alpha‐Lactalbumin: A Discovery from a Computational Peptide Library, In Silico Anticancer Peptide Screening and In Vitro Experimental Validation	10
Sustainable LC3 Concrete in the Circular Economy: Assessment of Mechanical, Microstructural, and Durability Characteristics with Surkhi, Metakaolin, Nano‐Silica, and M‐Sand Blended Concrete	9
Opportunities and Challenges of Establishing a Regional Bio‐based Polylactic Acid Supply Chain (Global Challenges 7/2023)	9
Time‐Quantile and Frequency Response of Green Growth to Energy Vulnerability, Energy Uncertainty, and Geopolitical Risks	9

Current Challenges in Efficient Lithium‐Ion Batteries’ Recycling: A Perspective	9
Harnessing Cattail Biomass for Sustainable Fibers and Engineered Bioproducts: A Review	8
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Recycling and Degradation Pathways of Synthetic Textile Fibers such as Polyamide and Elastane	8
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Random Access Memory (RAM) Contacts Waste Catalyzes Organic Reactions	7
Heritage Conservation Future: Where We Stand, Challenges Ahead, and a Paradigm Shift	7
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Issue Information	7
Fates of Emitted Particles Depending on Mask Wearing Using an Approach Validated Across Spatial Scales	7
Microplastics in Malaysia's Aquatic Environment: Current Overview and Future Perspectives	7
A Mechanically Flexible Superhydrophobic Rock Wool Modified with Reduced Graphene Oxide‐Chloroperene Rubber for Oil‐Spill Clean‐Up	7
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Issue Information	7
(Global Challenges 9/2021)	7
Modeling and Thermodynamic Studies of γ‐Valerolactone Production from Bio‐derived Methyl Levulinate	7
Institutional Quality in Green and Digital Transition of EU Regions – A Recovery and Resilience Analysis	6
Marketing Strategies in Nanomaterials for Sensor Applications: Bridging Lab to Market	6
Big Things, Small Packages: An Update on Microalgae as Sustainable Sources of Nutraceutical Peptides for Promoting Cardiovascular Health	6
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Smart and Sustainable Regeneration of Fouled Desalination Membranes Using Artificial Intelligence	6
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Recent Progress of Droplet Microfluidic Emulsification Based Synthesis of Functional Microparticles	6
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Toward Sustainable Composites: Graphene‐Modified Jute Fiber Composites with Bio‐Based Epoxy Resin	6
Research on the Development of Rural Human Settlement Environment in the Upper Reaches of the Lancang River Based on Ecological Carrying Capacity Constraints	6
Low Formaldehyde Binders for Mineral Wool Insulation: A Review	6
Microbial Desalination Cell for Sustainable Water Treatment: A Critical Review	6
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CeO₂ Nanoparticles Seed Priming Increases Salicylic Acid Level and ROS Scavenging Ability to Improve Rapeseed Salt Tolerance	5
(Global Challenges 6/2023)	5
Evaluation of Groundwater Potential Zones Using GIS‐Based Machine Learning Ensemble Models in the Gidabo Watershed, Ethiopia	5
Mitigating Urban Heat Islands (UHI) Through Vegetation Restoration: Insights From Mining Communities	5
Degradation of Orange G, Acid Blue 161, and Brillant Green Dyes Using UV Light‐Activated GA–TiO₂–Cd Composite	5
High‐Performance Isotropic Thermo‐Electrochemical Cells Using Agar‐Gelled Ferricyanide/Ferrocyanide/Guanidinium	5
Future of Nanotechnology in Food Industry: Challenges in Processing, Packaging, and Food Safety	5
Photocatalytic Hydrogen Production Using TiO₂‐based Catalysts: A Review	5
Solar Drying for Domestic and Industrial Applications: A Comprehensive Review of Innovations and Efficiency Enhancements	5
Freestanding Nitrogen‐Doped Carbons with Hierarchical Porosity for Environmental Applications: A Green Templating Route with Bio‐Based Precursors (Global Challenges 11/2021)	5
Influence of Coal Gangue Powder on the Macroscopic Mechanical Properties and Microstructure of Recycled Aggregate Concrete	5
Cancer‐Derived Extracellular Vesicle ITGB2 Promotes the Progression of Triple‐Negative Breast Cancer via the Activation of Cancer‐Associated Fibroblasts	5
A Trihybrid Approach for Enhancing Crude Oil Recovery Using Effervescent‐Tablet‐Based Nanofluids	5
Sustainable Strategies for Converting Organic, Electronic, and Plastic Waste From Municipal Solid Waste Into Functional Materials (Global Challenges 4/2025)	4
Engineering Oxygen Vacancies in (FeCrCoMnZn)₃O_4‐δ High Entropy Spinel Oxides Through Altering Fabrication Atmosphere for High‐Performance Rechargeable Zinc‐Air Batteries	4
Harnessing the Power of Light: The Synergistic Effects of Crystalline Carbon Nitride and Ti₃C₂T_x MXene in Photocatalytic Hydrogen Production	4
Opportunities and Challenges of Establishing a Regional Bio‐based Polylactic Acid Supply Chain	4
Highly Efficient Multiscale Fog Collector Inspired by Sarracenia Trichome Hierarchical Structure	4
Masthead: (Global Challenges 10/2021)	4
Photoelectrocatalytic Hydrogen Generation: Current Advances in Materials and Operando Characterization	4
The Shifting Cultivation Juggernaut: An Attribution Problem	4
Synthesis of N‐Doped Graphene Photo‐Catalyst for Photo‐Assisted Charging of Li‐Ion Oxygen Battery	4
The Shifting Cultivation Juggernaut: An Attribution Problem (Global Challenges 8/2022)	4
Is Photocatalysis the Next Technology to Produce Green Hydrogen to Enable the Net Zero Emissions Goal?	4
Negatively but Not Positively Charged Nanoceria Promoted Lateral Root Growth via Modulating the Distribution of Reactive Oxygen Species Rather than Auxin	4
Sustainable Production Insight Through LCA and LCC Analysis of Injection Overmolded Structural Electronics Manufactured through Roll‐to‐Roll Processes	4
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Nickel Oxide Decorated Halloysite Nanotubes as Sulfur Host Materials for Lithium–Sulfur Batteries	4
High Pressure Extraction as a Green Alternative to the Conventional Sunflower Oil (Helianthus annuus) Production Process – Extraction with Pressurized Ethanol in an Intermittent Process and wit	4
Investigation of Highly Active Carbon‐, Cobalt‐, and Noble Metal‐Free MnO₂/NiO/Ni‐Based Bifunctional Air Electrodes for Metal–Air Batteries with an Alkaline Electrolyte	4
An In‐Silico Study to Identify Relevant Biomarkers in Sepsis Applying Integrated Bulk RNA Sequencing and Single‐Cell RNA Sequencing Analyses	4
Masthead: (Global Challenges 7/2022)	4
A Soil Monitoring Law for Europe	4
(Global Challenges 2/2024)	3
Photocatalytic Degradation of Methylene Blue Dye using PANI‐CuFe₂O₄ Nano Composite	3
Mineral Plastics and Gels from Multi‐Arm Ionomers	3
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Comment on “Sexism in Academia is Bad for Science and a Waste of Public Funding”	3
P–N Heterojunction System Eu‐Doped ZnO@GO for Photocatalytic Water Splitting	3
Sustained Agricultural Spraying: From Leaf Wettability to Dynamic Droplet Impact Behavior	3
Green Synthesized Silver Nanoparticles: A Potential Antibacterial Agent, Antioxidant, and Colorimetric Nanoprobe for the Detection of Hg²⁺ Ions	3
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Performance Impact of Lead‐Free CsSn_0.5Ge_0.5I₃ Based Perovskite Solar Cells with HTL‐Free Incorporation	3
Ferrihydrite Supported on Steel Slags as Catalyst for the Hydrogenation of Nitroarenes: A Virtuous Cycle of Wastes	3
Efficient Oxidative Polymerization of Hydroxytyrosol Using Horseradish Peroxidase Immobilized on a Magnetic Silica‐Coated Nanocatalyst	3
Promising Pharmacological Interventions for Posterior Capsule Opacification: A Review	3
Country‐Specific Participation Patterns in Transnational Governance Initiatives on Sustainability: Preliminary Insights and Research Agenda	3
Controllable Doping of Mn into Ni_0.075‐xMn_xAl_0.025(OH)₂(CO₃)_0.0125·yH₂O for Efficient Adsorption of Fluoride Ions	3
Waste to Energy: Combustion, Performance, and Emission Characteristics of Waste Animal Fats/Diesel Blends Premixed with Various Alcohols as Port Fuels	3
IoT‐Based Hand Hygiene Compliance Monitoring System and Validation of Its Effectiveness in Hospital Environments	3

Masthead: (Global Challenges 6/2022)	3
Masthead: (Global Challenges 9/2023)	3
Transparent, Flexible, and Low‐Operating‐Voltage Resistive Switching Memory Based on Al₂O₃/IZO Multilayer	3
Understanding the Role of Controlled Environments for Producing Mycelium‐bound Composites: Advancing Circular Practices for Integrating Biotechnology into the Construction Industry	3
Correction to “New Insight into Mercury Removal from Fish Meat Using a Single‐Component Solution Containing Cysteine”	3
Boosting Water Retention in Agriculture: Vine Biochar‐Doped Hydrogels' Swelling and Germination Effects	2
Synthesis and Evaluation of 3D Nitrogen Doped Reduced Graphene Oxide (3D N@rGO) Macrostructure for Boosted Solar Driven Interfacial Desalination of Saline Water	2
Food Waste Governance Architectures in Europe: Actors, Steering Modes, and Harmonization Trends	2
Immobilization of Bi₂WO₆ on Polymer Membranes for Photocatalytic Removal of Micropollutants from Water – A Stable and Visible Light Active Alternative	2
Formal Anti‐Markovnikov Addition of Water to Olefins by Titanocene‐Catalyzed Epoxide Hydrosilylation: From Stoichiometric to Sustainable Catalytic Reactions	2
Crop Diversification for Ensuring Sustainable Agriculture, Risk Management and Food Security	2
A Forest‐Based Triboelectric Energy Harvester	2
Reusing Waste Coffee Grounds as Electrode Materials: Recent Advances and Future Opportunities (Global Challenges 1/2023)	2
Biophysics Role and Biomimetic Culture Systems of ECM Stiffness in Cancer EMT	2
A Preliminary Assessment of Global CO₂: Spatial Patterns, Temporal Trends, and Policy Implications	2
Effect of Poling on Photocatalysis, Piezocatalysis, and Photo–Piezo Catalysis Performance of BaBi₄Ti₄O₁₅ Ceramics	2
Potential of Seaweeds to Mitigate Production of Greenhouse Gases during Production of Ruminant Proteins	2
Mitigating Global Challenges: Harnessing Green Synthesized Nanomaterials for Sustainable Crop Production Systems	2
Advances in Porous Structure Design for Enhanced Piezoelectric and Triboelectric Nanogenerators: A Comprehensive Review	2
Masthead: (Global Challenges 8/2024)	2
Characterization of Heavy Metal Ions Removal from Water by Improved Cuttlebone Powder with Magnetic Fe₃O₄ Nanoparticle as a Bioadsorbent	2
Preserving Cultural Diversity in Rural Africa Using Renewable Energy	2
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Toward Ecofriendly Piezoelectric Ceramics—Reduction of Energy and Environmental Footprint from Conceptualization to Deployment	2
Advancing Economical and Environmentally Conscious Electrification: A Comprehensive Framework for Microgrid Design in Off‐Grid Regions	2
Transforming the Water‐Energy Nexus in Gaza: A Systems Approach	2
(Global Challenges 3/2023)	2
Esterified Lignin from Construction and Demolition Waste (CDW) as a Versatile Additive for Polylactic‐Acid (PLA) Composites—The Effect of Artificial Weathering on its Performance	2
Photovoltaic Materials and Their Path toward Cleaner Energy	2
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Land Use and Land Cover Change Detection Using the Random Forest Approach: The Case of The Upper Blue Nile River Basin, Ethiopia	2
Curcumin's Protective Role in Heatstroke‐Induced Acute Liver Injury: Targeting Pyroptosis and Enhancing SIRT1 Expression	2
Extreme Temperature Events in Kazakhstan and Their Impacts on Public Health and Energy Demand	2
Imogolite Nanotubes and Their Permanently Polarized Bifunctional Surfaces for Photocatalytic Hydrogen Production	2
The Effects of Bromine Additives on the Recyclability of Injection Molded Electronic Waste Polymers	2
Carbon Storage Tanker Lifetime Assessment	2
Superhydrophilic Interconnected Biomass‐Based Absorbers Toward High‐Speed Evaporation for Solar Steam Generation	2
Synthesis, Characterization, and Photocatalytic Activity of Magnetically Separable Fe₃O₄@SiO₂@ZnO–Ag Composite Photocatalyst	2
Progress, Key Issues, and Future Prospects for Li‐Ion Battery Recycling	2
How to Improve Sustainability in Fused Filament Fabrication (3D Printing) Research?	2
Conditions for CaCO₃ Biomineralization by Trichoderma Reesei with the Perspective of Developing Fungi‐Mediated Self‐Healing Concrete	2
Updates on Hydrogen Value Chain: A Strategic Roadmap	2
A High‐Energy Density Li‐Ion Hybrid Capacitor Fabricated from Bio‐Waste Derived Carbon Nanosheets Cathode and Graphite Anode	1
Masthead: (Global Challenges 8/2022)	1
Novel Insight into the Concept of Favorable Combination of Electrodes in High Voltage Supercapacitors: Toward Ultrahigh Volumetric Energy Density and Outstanding Rate Capability	1
Urban Lake Health Assessment Based on the Synergistic Perspective of Water Environment and Social Service Functions	1
Reclaimed and Up‐Cycled Cathodes for Lithium‐Ion Batteries	1
A State‐of‐Art Review of the Metal Oxide‐Based Nanomaterials Effect on Photocatalytic Degradation of Malachite Green Dyes and a Bibliometric Analysis	1
Amplifying Lateral Flow Assay Signals for Rapid Detection of COVID‐19 Specific Antibodies	1
Retraction: Sanal Flow Choking: A Paradigm Shift in Computational Fluid Dynamics Code Verification and Diagnosing Detonation and Hemorrhage in Real‐World Fluid‐Flow Systems	1
Potential Waste‐to‐Wealth Strategy for Combining Medical Surgical Gloves‐Derived Pyrolysis Oil with Pentanol and Nanoparticles: Experimental Analysis on Engine Behaviors	1
A Transdisciplinary Framework to Bridge Science–Policy–Development Gaps in Global Land Management Initiatives	1
Dry Eye Disease: Oxidative Stress on Ocular Surface and Cutting‐Edge Antioxidants	1
Assessing the Environmental Benefits of Extending the Service Lifetime of Solar Photovoltaic Modules	1
Masthead: (Global Challenges 2/2022)	1
Global Challenges: Bridging Business, Law, Science, Design, and Engineering for Sustainability	1
(Global Challenges 2/2022)	1
Harnessing Fungi Signaling in Living Composites	1
Masthead: (Global Challenges 8/2021)	1
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Toward Understanding the Environmental Risks of Combined Microplastics/Nanomaterials Exposures: Unveiling ZnO Transformations after Adsorption onto Polystyrene Microplastics in Environmental Solutions	1
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Safety Concerns for the Management of End‐of‐Life Lithium‐Ion Batteries	1
Masthead: (Global Challenges 1/2024)	1
Recent Applications, Challenges, and Future Prospects of Microbial Fuel Cells: A Review	1
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Investigation of the Effects of Working Conditions on Performance of Planar and Cylindrical Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells	1
Ecosystem Services at the Farm Level—Overview, Synergies, Trade‐Offs, and Stakeholder Analysis	1
Toward Photoactive Wallpapers Based on ZnO‐Cellulose Nanocomposites	1
Toward a Long‐Term Low Emission Development Strategy: The Case of Energy Transition in Qatar	1
(Global Challenges 3/2022)	1
Organoleptic and Physicochemical Properties of Soy‐Milk Yoghurt Enriched withMoringa OleiferaRoot Powder	1
Sustainable Reuse and Recycling of Spent Li‐Ion batteries from Electric Vehicles: Chemical, Environmental, and Economical Perspectives	1
(Global Challenges 9/2022)	1
IFN‐γ and IL‐10 Immunosensor with Vertically Aligned Carbon Nanotube Interdigitated Electrodes toward Pen‐Side Cattle Paratuberculosis Monitoring	1
Rosemary‐Mediated Green Synthesis of ZnO Nanoparticles and their Integration into Hydrogel Matrices: Evaluating Effects on Wheat Growth and Antibacterial Properties	1
Energy Generation and Carbon Footprint under Future Projections (2022–2100) of Central Asian Temperature Extremes	1
Updates on Hydrogen Value Chain: A Strategic Roadmap (Global Challenges 6/2024)	1
Textile‐based Low‐frequency RC Filter for Noise Reduction in ECG signals	1
Masthead: (Global Challenges 5/2022)	1