Owing to their facile reactants migration channels, large surface area, maximized exposure
of reaction sites and efficient light utilization, three-dimensionally ordered macroporous …

Cleidoic eggs possess very efficient and orchestrated systems to protect the embryo from
external microbes until hatch. The cuticle is a proteinaceous layer on the shell surface in …

For most natural organisms, the physical, chemical and biological aspects of fluorescence
emission are poorly understood. For example, to the best of our knowledge, fluorescence …

Nano-optics explores linear and nonlinear phenomena at the nanoscale to advance
fundamental knowledge about materials and their interaction with light in the classical and …

Reactive oxygen species (ROS) such as superoxide radicals O2−, hydroxyl radicals OH−,
and hydrogen peroxide H2O2 may have detrimental effects on marine organisms, including …

Bioinspired structural color represents a burgeoning field that draws upon principles,
strategies, and concepts derived from biological systems to inspire the design of novel …

Heavy metal pollution is known to negatively affect numerous traits in birds, including
foraging, metabolism, immunity, and reproductive success. In this study, our primary aim was …

The disposal of waste material is urgently needed in today's regenerative globe since it is
causing pollution and problems for people. Traditionally considered a mere food industry …

Agricultural processes generate diverse waste materials that have severe impact on the
ecosystem. To minimize the environmental issues, they should be utilized in an effective …

Eggshell is essential for the reproduction of birds. The optical properties of their shells may
have an impact on biological functions such as heat and UV protection, recognition by the …