Metformin, a key drug for type 2 diabetes mellitus, is often hindered by its bitter taste, affecting patient compliance. This study takes a unique approach by proposing the combination of Metformin with artificial sweeteners like sodium saccharin and acesulfame potassium to improve its taste. The research focuses on how these sweeteners alter...

By Andrija Vukov, Milan Vraneš, Jovana Panić, Teona Teodora Borović, Nikolett Cako Bagány, Sanja Belić, Slobodan Gadžurić

 Optical detection of plant stress in real-time is crucial as it enables timely interventions to mitigate potential damage. This study presents a detailed evaluation of a system that detects changes in plant metabolism in real-time by distributing optical signals across the leaf. The methodology facilitates continuous monitoring of changes in ...

By Miloš S. Mošić, Sara V. Ristić, Marija M. Petković Benazzouz, Stefan Lekić, Katarina M. Miletić

 This study introduces a novel, non-contact optical technique for solving a twodimensional, ill-posed problem in temperature tomography inside the firebox of a commercial coal power plant. For determining the 2D temperature distribution and attenuation coefficients, we utilized four optical probes positioned at the corners of the combustion c...

By Miloš S. Mošić, Sara V. Ristić, Marija M. Petković Benazzouz, Katarina M. Miletić

 Ionic liquids are revolutionary fluids and solvents in modern science and engineering, remaining liquid below 100°C. Their unique properties, such as nonflammability, high thermal stability, and the ability to dissolve various compounds, enable innovative applications across multiple industrial sectors. They are ideal for safety-critical...

By Milan Vraneš, Saša Laloš, Jovana Panić, Snežana Papović, Teona Teodora Borović, Nikolett Cako Bagány, Andrija Vukov, Slobodan Gadžurić, Siniša Bikić

 Ensuring the proper operation of a ship's propulsion system necessitates the use of high-quality fuels. Several factors contribute to fuel quality, including the source of origin crude oil, refining methods, blending processes, and the quality of storage and distribution. Marine fuels must adhere to international standards such as ISO standar...

By Miroslav Vukičević, Zdravko Ikica, Boris Hrnić, Vladan Vuković

 Considering diverse applications of oils, there is increasing interest in identifying and exploring potential new oilseed crops. One such promising crop is Thlaspi alliaceum L. (garlic pennycress) from the Brassicaceae family. The present paper deals with the yield, physicochemical properties, and fatty acid composition of garlic pennycress s...

By Milan D. Kostić, Biljana S. Đorđević, Marija R. Miladinović, Olivera S. Stamenković

 This paper investigates new alternative spinel materials as transparent conducting oxides (TCOs). The physical properties of spinel-type materials make them well suited for many industrial applications. Besides, it opens the door for new technological applications including the possibility of transparent flexible electronics. The structural p...

By Idris Muhammad Chiromawa, Amirruddin Shaari, Razif Razali, Abdullahi Lawal, Abdullahi Mikailu, Muhammad Tajuddeen Garba

 Preserving the balance of the aquatic ecosystem requires minimizing the impact of invasive species, such as the spiny-cheek crayfish Faxonius limosus from the Danube River. Valorizing the meat of spiny-cheek crayfish through the concept of zero waste not only helps in reducing its negative impact on biodiversity but also presents an opportuni...

By Jasmina Lazarević, Ivana Čabarkapa, Slađana Rakita, Jovana Delić, Miloš Županjac, Zorica Tomičić, Tatjana Peulić

 Garlic pennycress (Thlaspi alliaceum L.) is weedy, annual plant that grows in Europe, Asia, and North America. It can be cultivated on marginal land with no or minimal agricultural requirements. Garlic pennycress seeds are rich in oil, which can be a valuable feedstock for industrial application. This study investigates the oil recovery from ...

By Milan D. Kostić, Biljana S. Đorđević, Marija R. Miladinović, Olivera S. Stamenković

 The composition of the essential oil of juniper (Juniperus communis L.) depends on plant age, geographical origin, fruit maturity, etc. Nevertheless, juniper essential oil mainly consists of terpene hydrocarbons: monoterpenes (up to 85%) and sesquiterpenes ( up to 27%), along with their oxygenated derivatives (up to 4%). Consequently, researc...

By Miljana Krstić, Nevenka Bošković Vragolović, Ana Veličković, Svetomir Milojević, Jelena Avramović, Ivan J. Stojković, Vlada Veljković