The contamination of melamine was evaluated in 69 infants along with follow up formula samples collected from the market for the first time in Iran using HPLC method. Since there are no previous data concerning the contamination level of melamine in all brands of infant formula samples consumed using the HPLC method in Iran, this study is the first investigation in this regard. Our results show...

An issue related to using wood and products for building structures is ensure their stability durability during operation within wide limits. Therefore, the object of this study was a change in properties polymer shell powder paint on thermal modification. It proved that process modification wood, its structure changes, accordingly, polymerization paint, degassing occurs, which affects shell. N...

Based on melamine binding-triggered triplex formation and subsequent activation of Mg(2+)-dependent DNAzymes, a novel strategy for DNAzyme regulation was proposed and developed for melamine recognition.

In this work, a molecularly imprinted polymer (MIP) coated stir bar was prepared using a self-designed polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) mold and in situ polymerization, with cyromazine as the dummy template for the target melamine. The prepared MIP coated stir bar presented a uniform and porous surface as well as good chemical stability and selectivity for melamine. Based on it, a method of MIP c...

The melamine contaminated milk powder contamination scandal occurred in China in 2008. Its main consequences so far have been urinary stone formation in children with associated renal damage and increased child mortality. Eight years have passed, but food safety issues still remain of concern in the daily lives of millions of Chinese. Vigilance is required to ensure no recurrence of such food s...

There is a great concern about the indoor microbial colonization especially in places that should have high standards of environmental hygiene. Besides, due it shortened useful life coating by discoloration and degradation. Currently this problem must be solved an innovative eco-friendly way. In sense, aim work was to develop green waterborne paint formulated with microcapsules containing essen...

Since the melamine-contamination event happened in September 2008, there have been lots of studies about melamine toxicity, but very limited studies focused on central nervous system (CNS). In the present study, we investigated the effects of melamine (5x10(-4), 5x10(-5) and 5x10(-6)g/ml) on voltage-gated sodium channels (VGSCs) in hippocampal CA1 neurons using whole-cell patch-clamp recordings...

Coil Coating is an industrial process widely used to apply a paint layer to metal coil stock, in order to improve the resistance to corrosion as well as the aestetics of the surface. Three thermally cured coatings, formulated on a low Tg ispophtalic based polyester, were investigated by XPS and ToF-SIMS. A model formulation was employed for all three coatings investigated, however, the crosslin...

Abstract Numerous tribological applications, wherein the use of liquid lubricants is infeasible, require adequate dry lubrication. Despite polymers as an effective solution for sliding their poor wear resistance prevents utilization in harsh industrial environment. Different methods are typically implemented to tackle performance polymers, however sacrificing some mechanical/tribological proper...

Melamine is an adulterant commonly found in milk, as it can increase the nitrogen content. Therefore, its apparent protein content, resulting in a better market price. Melamine adulteration can be fatal, as was highlighted in 2008 when six infants died due to melamine adulteration in milk powder and thousands were sickened in China. Consequently, there have been stricter regulations globally an...