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Article Enhanced Photoluminescence and Stability of CsPbBr3 Perovskite Nanocrystals Through AuCl Doping(Springer, 2026-02) Khorasani, Azam; Mutlugun, EvrenThis study delves into the transformative effects of inorganic gold chloride (AuCl) doping on all-inorganic cesium lead bromide (CsPbBr3) colloidal perovskite quantum dots (PeQDs). Using a precise hot injection synthesis method, AuCl was introduced at concentrations ranging from 0 to 10%, enabling a comprehensive analysis of its impact on the structural, morphological, and optical characteristics of CsPbBr3 PeQDs. We systematically investigated how varying AuCl levels influence photoluminescence (PL), PL quantum yield (PLQY), and the stability of these quantum dots. Advanced characterization techniques, including X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning transmission electron microscopy (STEM), energy dispersive X-ray analysis (EDX), Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), UV-Vis absorption, steady-state PL, absolute PL measurement, and time-resolved PL (TRPL), provided a detailed insight into these changes. Our findings indicate that AuCl doping is successfully integrated into CsPbBr3 PeQDs, with 5% identified as the optimal concentration. At this level, the quantum dots show enhanced PLQY, superior crystallinity, and increased stability at 50 degrees C and in ethanol solvent compared to undoped samples. While higher doping levels reduce QY and PL slightly, they still outperform the undoped CsPbBr3 PeQDs. These results demonstrate that AuCl doping can fine-tune the structural and optical properties of CsPbBr3 PeQDs, marking a significant step forward in developing tailored materials for advanced optoelectronic applications.Article Deep-Learning Detection of Open-Apex Teeth on Panoramic Radiographs Using YOLO Models(Springer, 2025-12-23) Edik, Merve; Celebi, Fatma; Cukurluoglu, AykaganObjectivesThe use of deep learning in detecting teeth with open apices can prevent the need for additional radiographs for patients. The presented study aims to detect open-apex teeth using You Only Look Once (YOLO)-based deep learning models and compare these models.MethodsA total of 966 panoramic radiographs were included in the study. Open-apex teeth in panoramic radiographs were labeled. During the labeling process, they were divided into 6 classes in the maxilla and mandible, namely incisors, premolars, and molars. AI models YOLOv3, YOLOv4, and YOLOv5 were used. To evaluate the performance of the three detection models, both overall and separately for each class in the test dataset, precision, recall, average precision (mAP), and F1 score were calculated.ResultsYOLOv4 achieved the highest overall performance with a mean average precision (mAP) of 87.84% at IoU (Intersection over Union) 0.5 (mAP@0.5), followed by YOLOv5 with 85.6%, and YOLOv3 with 84.46%. Regarding recall, YOLOv4 also led with 90%, while both YOLOv3 and YOLOv5 reached 89%. Moreover, the F1 score was the highest for YOLOv4 (0.87), followed by YOLOv3 (0.86) and YOLOv5 (0.85).ConclusionsIn this study, YOLOv3, YOLOv4, and YOLOv5 were evaluated for the detection of open-apex teeth, and their mAP, recall, and F1 scores exceeded 84%. Deep learning-based systems can provide faster and more accurate results in the detection of open-apex teeth. This may help reduce the need for additional radiographs from patients and aid dentists by saving time.Article Citation - WoS: 1Citation - Scopus: 2Green Synthesis and Characterization of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles via Thyme for Biomedical Applications: Effect of Plant Extract Concentration and Drying Method(Springer, 2025-10-15) Karakaya, Humeyra; Kizilates, Burcu; Erdem, IlkerGreen synthesis of nano particles using plant extracts is sustainable, cost-effective, and eco-friendly. However, the synthesis parameters are still being investigated. In this study, zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) were prepared via thyme extract (green synthesis) and the effect of synthesis parameters were investigated. Samples with different concentrations of thyme plant extract (PE) (10, 16 & 24% (v/v) PE / Zn salt solution) were prepared and two different drying methods (freeze-drying (FD) and oven-drying (OD)) were performed. XRD results showed the hexagonal crystalline ZnO were formed with considerable crystallinity (70.8-75.1%) without further heat treatment (calcination). The crystallite sizes of ZnO NPs were determined to be in the range of 11.9-14.8 nm. The ZnO NPs prepared via PE concentration of 16% (v/v) and freeze-drying was with the finest crystallite size (11.9 nm) and considerable crystallinity (72.9%). ZnO NPs prepared via FD method were found to have smaller particle sizes, thus providing a higher surface-to-volume ratio. DLS (dynamic light scattering) analysis was used for determining the particle size distribution (PSD) and surface charge of ZnO NPs at acidic, neutral and basic pH values. The antibacterial characteristics of ZnO NPs were determined against Gram (+) and (-) bacteria. The ZnO NPs with the finest microstructure (16% PE (v/v), FD) had the highest antibacterial activity. The green synthesized ZnO NPs prepared in this study may be promising candidates for various applications including biomaterials and biomedical applications with their fine microstructure and considerable antibacterial activity.Article Citation - WoS: 10Citation - Scopus: 10Triple Band Diamond-Shaped Polarization Insensitive Plasmonic Nano Emitter for Thermal Camouflage and Radiative Cooling(Springer, 2024-05-13) Sanli, Atif Kerem; Tabaru, Timucin Emre; Kilic, Veli TayfunThis study proposes the design of a novel Metal-Insulator-Metal (MIM) nano-infrared emitter that uses a unique diamond-shaped grating to achieve selective infrared absorption. Diamond-shaped nano emitter (DNE) structure exhibits four narrow resonant peaks within key absorption windows such as short-wave infrared (SWIR) mid-wave infrared (MWIR), alongside with a wide absorption band in the Non-Transmissive Infrared Range (NTIR) for thermal camouflage applications compatible with radiative cooling. Moreover, the proposed DNE is polarization insensitive as it has an in-plane symmetric design. Using the 3D Finite-Difference Time-Domain (FDTD) simulations, we demonstrate the nanoantenna's superior performance characterized by its high absorption rates and tuned effective impedance matching. As of our knowledge, the findings suggest that this is the first time that a MIM structure achieved multiple narrow resonance peaks, located in SWIR and MWIR simultaneously, with a wide absorption range in NTIR. Represented DNE stands as a significant innovation in the field of stealth technology, providing a tunable, high-efficiency solution for managing and controlling thermal emissions across diverse applications.Article Citation - WoS: 1Citation - Scopus: 1The Variations of Electrical Resistivity and Thermal Conductivity With Growth Rate for the Zn-Al Eutectic Alloy(Springer, 2021-06-24) Marasli, Necmettin; Bayram, Umit; Aksoz, SezenThe Zn-Al-Cu alloy (Zn-5wt%Al-0.5wt%Cu) is solidified with different growth rates (V = 8.45-2087.15 mu m s(-1)) at a constant temperature gradient (G = 3.67 K mm(-1)) using Bridgman-type directional solidification apparatus (BTDSA). The thermal conductivity (K) and electrical resistivity (rho) for the Zn-Al-Cu alloy solidified with the different V values are measured by the longitudinal heat flow method (LHFM) and DC four-point probe technique (FPPT), respectively. The lambda and K decrease with the increasing V, while the q increases with increasing V in the Zn-Al-Cu eutectic alloy. The dependences of rho and K on lambda and V for the Zn-Al-Cu eutectic alloy are obtained as rho = 9.98 x 10(-8)lambda(-0.18), q = 7.03 x 10(-8) V-0.07, K = 110.91 lambda(0.104) and K = 144.59V(-0.040), respectively. The melting enthalpy (DHf) and specific heat difference between solid and liquid phases (Delta C-p) for the Zn-Al-Cu eutectic alloy are determined as 113.89 J g(-1) and 0.172 J g(-1) K-1, respectively, by the differential scanning calorimetry (DSC).Article Citation - WoS: 1Citation - Scopus: 1The Experimental Determination of Interfacial Energies for Solid Zn in Equilibrium With Zn-Al Liquid(Springer, 2015-06-16) Altintas, Yemliha; Ozturk, Esra; Aksoz, Sezen; Keslioglu, Kazim; Marasli, NecmettinThe equilibrated grain boundary groove shapes of solid Zn in equilibrium with Zn-Al-Sb liquid were observed from a quenched sample using a radial heat flow apparatus. The Gibbs-Thomson coefficient, solid-liquid interfacial energy, and grain boundary energy of the solid Zn were determined from the observed grain boundary groove shapes. The thermal conductivity of the eutectic solid phase for Zn-0.4 at. pct Al-0.4 at. pct Sb alloy and the thermal conductivity ratio of the liquid phase to the solid phase for Zn-0.4 at. pct Al-0.4 at. pct Sb alloy at eutectic temperature were also measured with a radial heat flow apparatus and a Bridgman-type growth apparatus, respectively.Article Citation - WoS: 14Citation - Scopus: 14Synthesis of Polyketone-G Styrene Sulfonate Cation Exchange Membrane via Irradiation and Its Desalination Properties(Springer, 2017-11) Kim, In Sik; Hwang, Chi Won; Kim, Young Joong; Canlier, Ali; Jeong, Kyung Seok; Hwang, Taek SungUsing the radiation grafting technique, polyketone membranes were graft copolymerized with sodium styrene sulfonate (SSS) in the presence of additives such as Mohr's salt and H2SO4. Fourier-transform infrared (FT-IR) spectroscopy was used to characterize the grafted membranes. Water uptake (WU), ion exchange capacity (IEC) and electrical resistance (ER) of the prepared membranes were measured in order to evaluate their physical properties The prepared membranes were applied to the membrane capacitive deionization (MCDI) process, in which their salt removal rates were evaluated and compared to those of CDI (capacitive deionization) process. The degree of grafting rose from 14.4% to 81.4% as the irradiation dose and the monomer concentration were increased. The water uptake ranged from 7.9% to 34.2%. The ionexchange capacity was observed between 0.43 meq/g and 1.1 meq/g, and the electrical resistance had values ranging from 12.2 Omega center dot cm(2) to 2.1 Omega center dot cm(2). The electrical resistance decreased as the ion-exchange capacity was extended. When the prepared cation exchange membrane was used in the MCDI process, the salt removal rate reached 87.6%, which was much higher than 28.8% of CDI process.Article Citation - WoS: 26Citation - Scopus: 27Socio-Economic Determinants of Student Mobility and Inequality of Access to Higher Education in Italy(Springer, 2019-02-12) Turk, UmutThis paper introduces a modified version of the Hansen-gravity model as a framework to estimate the accessibility of higher education (HE) institutions in Italy from equal opportunities perspective. The fundamental assumption underlying gravity models is that accessibility decreases with spatial distance from opportunities. The paper extends the gravity equation to include socio-economic factors influencing the access to HE. The findings reveal differences in response to quality and other institutional characteristics by parental background and gender. Finally, decomposition of overall inequality into spatial and aspatial components reveals both the physical and social distance between groups of students seeking higher education opportunities in the country.Article Citation - WoS: 6Citation - Scopus: 8Sleep Assistive Dynamic Bandwidth Assignment Scheme for Passive Optical Network (PON)(Springer, 2018-09-14) Butt, Rizwan Aslam; Faheem, M.; Ashraf, M. Waqar; Idrus, Sevia M.In passive optical network (PON), in addition to efficient bandwidth management, a dynamic bandwidth assignment (DBA) scheme can also enhance the energy efficiency performance of the optical networks units (ONUs) during sleep mode. A few such green DBA schemes have been proposed in literature for EPON, however, ITU compliant PONs have not got attention. In this study, the role of a DBA scheme during the cyclic sleep mode for XGPON has been investigated. A sleep assistive (SA)-DBA scheme is proposed that not only improves the energy saving performance of cyclic sleep mode but also reduces the upstream delays and variance for all the type-2 (T2), type-3 (T3) and type-4 (T4) traffic classes. Although, the upstream delay of type-1 (T1) traffic class slightly increases, the average upstream delay of all the traffic classes remains below the set target delay limit of 56ms.Article Citation - WoS: 6Citation - Scopus: 6Sleep-Aware Wavelength and Bandwidth Assignment Scheme for TWDM PON(Springer, 2021-06) Butt, Rizwan Aslam; Faheem, Muhammad; Ashraf, M. Waqar; Arfeen, Asad; Memon, Kamran Ali; Khawaja, AttaullahThe energy efficiency and delay performance of PON are two inversely related phenomena. Higher sleep time of the Optical Network Units (ONUs) results in higher upstream (US) delays due to increased traffic queues during the ONU Asleep state. Although an efficient dynamic bandwidth and wavelength assignment (DWBA) scheme can decrease US delays by minimizing the bandwidth waste and improving the fairness of bandwidth distribution among the ONUs. However, the conventional DWBA schemes are not designed to work with cyclic sleep mode (CSM) and they keep on assigning bandwidth to ONUs even if the ONU is in Asleep state leading to wastage of bandwidth and degraded CSM performance. Therefore, in this work a sleep aware DWBA scheme for TWDM PON is presented to coordinate with CSM mode. It only assign bandwidth to Active ONUs during the guaranteed phase, surplus phase and excess phase allocation phases which minimizes the bandwidth waste and the bandwidth lost at the ONU end. The wavelength switching process is also improved by only considering the Active state ONUs to balance the traffic load on all the wavelengths. The simulation results support our claim as the SA-DWBA scheme on average achieves DWBA schemes due to up to 50% to 65% higher energy savings compared to other due to longer ONU Asleep times. However, the increased upstream delays of all the traffic classes in SA-DWBA scheme remain within the set delay limit of 50 ms.