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Corrigendum to “Sonocatalytic degradation of bisphenol A in aqueous solution: A review”. [Ultrason. Sonochemistry 125 (2026) 107745] “水溶液中双酚A的声催化降解:综述”的勘误表。[Ultrason。声波化学125 (2026)107745]
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Ultrasonics Sonochemistry Pub Date : 2026-03-01 Epub Date: 2026-02-06 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultsonch.2026.107762
Hyunjin Shin , Hak-Hyeon Kim , Sujin An , Narae Yang , Chang Min Park , Min Jang , Byung-Moon Jun , Yeomin Yoon
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Molecular dynamics and energy analysis of ultrasonic cavitation effects on aged asphalt 老化沥青超声空化效应的分子动力学及能量分析
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Ultrasonics Sonochemistry Pub Date : 2026-03-01 Epub Date: 2026-02-07 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultsonch.2026.107765
Jinwei Zhang, Ruien Yu, Jie Ren, Xueliang Cui, Linzheng Ye, Xijing Zhu
{"title":"Molecular dynamics and energy analysis of ultrasonic cavitation effects on aged asphalt","authors":"Jinwei Zhang,&nbsp;Ruien Yu,&nbsp;Jie Ren,&nbsp;Xueliang Cui,&nbsp;Linzheng Ye,&nbsp;Xijing Zhu","doi":"10.1016/j.ultsonch.2026.107765","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ultsonch.2026.107765","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The physicochemical degradation of asphalt during long-term service leads to pronounced aging, characterized by increased molecular aggregation, elevated viscosity, and degraded mechanical performance. Ultrasonic treatment has shown potential for reducing the viscosity of heavy oils and asphaltic materials; however, the underlying rejuvenation mechanism of aged asphalt at the molecular scale remains insufficiently understood. In this study, the interaction between ultrasonic cavitation and aged asphalt is investigated from an energy-based and molecular-level perspective using molecular dynamics (MD) simulations combined with cavitation energy analysis. A representative aged asphalt model consisting of twelve molecular species was constructed based on the SARA fraction composition of JingBo 70# asphalt, incorporating oxidation-induced functional groups (C<img>O and S<img>O). Intermolecular cohesion within the aged asphalt system was quantified, revealing that π-π stacking and hydrogen bonding dominate the electrostatic interaction energy that stabilizes molecular aggregates. An order-of-magnitude comparison indicates that the energy released during the collapse of a single ultrasonic cavitation bubble is sufficient to overcome the characteristic intermolecular cohesive energy within the affected volume. To examine the molecular response under ultrasonic excitation, a time-dependent ultrasonic-like external force was introduced in MD simulations at 20 kHz and 453 K. The results show that ultrasonic excitation induces periodic energy and temperature oscillations and leads to rapid bond scission at the early stage of loading. Bond rupture occurs preferentially at weaker C–C and C–S single bonds, particularly at side-chain positions and C–C bonds adjacent to carbonyl groups, resulting in molecular fragmentation and reduced aggregation stability. Complementary experimental results, including viscosity measurements and SARA fraction analysis, exhibit trends consistent with the simulated molecular disruption behavior. These findings provide an energy-based and molecular-scale mechanistic interpretation of ultrasonic treatment of aged asphalt and offer theoretical support for its potential application in asphalt rejuvenation and recycling.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":442,"journal":{"name":"Ultrasonics Sonochemistry","volume":"126 ","pages":"Article 107765"},"PeriodicalIF":9.7,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146135082","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Optimization of sonication for preserving the biochemical and physicochemical attributes of pomegranate arils during storage 超声波保鲜石榴果皮生化及理化特性的优化
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Ultrasonics Sonochemistry Pub Date : 2026-03-01 Epub Date: 2026-02-07 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultsonch.2026.107763
Isa Hazbawi , Hamed Etezadi
{"title":"Optimization of sonication for preserving the biochemical and physicochemical attributes of pomegranate arils during storage","authors":"Isa Hazbawi ,&nbsp;Hamed Etezadi","doi":"10.1016/j.ultsonch.2026.107763","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ultsonch.2026.107763","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Pomegranate arils rapidly experience quality deterioration and a decline in bioactive compounds during storage. This study aimed to develop and optimize an effective non-thermal technology by evaluating the efficacy of ultrasound treatment in preserving the biochemical and physicochemical attributes of pomegranate arils using response surface methodology (RSM). The effects of ultrasound time (4–14 min) and storage duration (0–16 days) on key quality indicators, including total phenol content (TPC), antioxidant activity (AOA), total anthocyanin content (TAC), titratable acidity (TA), and weight loss (WL), were assessed. Results indicated that controlled increases in ultrasound exposure helped maintain bioactive compounds, whereas quality loss was primarily dependent on storage duration. The optimal conditions were determined as 12.3 min of ultrasound and 7.1 days of storage, under which AOA of 71.58%, TA of 2.3%, TAC of 155.16 mg 100 g<sup>−1</sup>, and TPC of 133.82 mg 100 g<sup>−1</sup> were predicted, along with minimal WL of 1.32%. Experimental validation confirmed the accuracy of the model and demonstrated that ultrasound can effectively mitigate quality decline in pomegranate arils. The findings suggest that this non-thermal technology provides a sustainable and practical approach for postharvest quality management and the development of advanced storage systems, particularly within cold chains for sensitive products.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":442,"journal":{"name":"Ultrasonics Sonochemistry","volume":"126 ","pages":"Article 107763"},"PeriodicalIF":9.7,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146135085","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Ultrasonic-assisted chemical milling: surface roughness characterization and material removal enhancement of Al 6061 超声辅助化学铣削:al6061表面粗糙度表征及增强材料去除率
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Ultrasonics Sonochemistry Pub Date : 2026-03-01 Epub Date: 2026-01-25 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultsonch.2026.107753
Shamim Mohammadi, Amir Rasti
{"title":"Ultrasonic-assisted chemical milling: surface roughness characterization and material removal enhancement of Al 6061","authors":"Shamim Mohammadi,&nbsp;Amir Rasti","doi":"10.1016/j.ultsonch.2026.107753","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ultsonch.2026.107753","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Chemical milling (CHM) is widely used for thinning and pocketing components, especially in aerospace applications, but its low material removal rate (MRR) requires high etchant consumption and often leads to poor surface integrity. This study introduces a novel method, direct ultrasonic-assisted chemical milling (UACM), as an efficient and sustainable alternative to CHM. A full-factorial design examined three ultrasonic powers (50, 150, 250 W) across acidic and alkaline etchants at three concentration levels. MRR and roughness parameters (Ra, Rz, Sa) were experimentally quantified and modeled using ANOVA-based regression, while multi-region SEM/EDS elucidated oxide disruption, pit formation, and surface evolution on Al 6061. In 10 % HCl at 250 W, UACM increased MRR by 591 % through cavitation-enhanced agitation and rapid renewal of reactive species, enabling≈85.5 % reduction in acid use. Moreover, at matched MRR, UACM yielded 15–30 % lower Sa than CHM, producing uniform microporosity beneficial for bonding and coating applications. The best acidic condition was 15 % HCl at 250 W, where MRR increased from 0.70 to 1.30 mm/m/s and produced a clean, crack-free, homogeneous surface with optimal integrity. The optimal alkaline condition was 50 % NaOH at 250 W, where MRR increased from 0.08 to 0.23 mm/m/s (≈65.2 % time reduction), and the disruption of hydrogen-bubble shielding generated a uniform and stable morphology. Key experimental challenges included maintaining thermal stability under high acoustic power, controlling bubble adhesion in alkaline media, and achieving a reproducible initial surface. Overall, UACM substantially enhances removal efficiency, improves surface integrity, and reduces chemical consumption, offering a practical pathway toward high-precision and greener manufacturing.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":442,"journal":{"name":"Ultrasonics Sonochemistry","volume":"126 ","pages":"Article 107753"},"PeriodicalIF":9.7,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146048115","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Ultrasound-assisted preparation of nanoemulsions co-stabilized by immature nectarine polysaccharide and soy protein isolate 未成熟油桃多糖与大豆分离蛋白共稳定纳米乳的超声辅助制备
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Ultrasonics Sonochemistry Pub Date : 2026-03-01 Epub Date: 2026-02-08 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultsonch.2026.107771
Yalong Liang, Xiangke Jin, Sheng Geng, Benguo Liu
{"title":"Ultrasound-assisted preparation of nanoemulsions co-stabilized by immature nectarine polysaccharide and soy protein isolate","authors":"Yalong Liang,&nbsp;Xiangke Jin,&nbsp;Sheng Geng,&nbsp;Benguo Liu","doi":"10.1016/j.ultsonch.2026.107771","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ultsonch.2026.107771","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study isolated and characterized polysaccharides from immature nectarines (INP) and constructed nanoemulsions co-stabilized with soy protein isolate (SPI). The results showed that arabinose and galactose were the main monosaccharides in INP, which was identified as a pectic heteropolysaccharide with a high molecular weight (M<sub>w</sub> = 9.26 × 10<sup>5</sup> Da) and high polydispersity (PDI = 11.42). INP exhibited a compact random coil conformation and a loose, porous morphology. The incorporation of SPI effectively reduced the interfacial tension of the SPI-INP composite system, significantly enhancing the stability of the resulting nanoemulsions. The concentration of the INP-SPI mixture, the SPI/INP mass ratio, and ultrasonic conditions significantly influenced the formation of the nanoemulsions. Based on the results of single-factor experiments and response surface analysis, the optimal process parameters for nanoemulsion preparation were determined as follows: INP-SPI concentration 1.6%, SPI/INP mass ratio 2.1:1, ultrasonic power 500 W, and ultrasonic time 5.3 min. Validation experiments confirmed that under these conditions, the average droplet size of the obtained nanoemulsion was 214.10 ± 1.74 nm, which closely aligned with the model-predicted value (216.33 nm). The superior stability of the INP-SPI nanoemulsion under various pH (6.0–9.0) and salt (0–100 mM NaCl) conditions was attributed to the formation of a robust interfacial layer providing steric stabilization, as validated through droplet size analysis and environmental stress testing. This research promotes the in-depth utilization of immature nectarine resources and provides a reference for the construction of food-grade nanoemulsions.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":442,"journal":{"name":"Ultrasonics Sonochemistry","volume":"126 ","pages":"Article 107771"},"PeriodicalIF":9.7,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146138832","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Effects of ultrasound-assisted Maillard reaction on the emulsifying and flavor properties of brewer’s spent grain protein–gum arabic conjugates 超声辅助美拉德反应对啤酒废谷物蛋白-阿拉伯胶偶联物乳化及风味特性的影响
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Ultrasonics Sonochemistry Pub Date : 2026-03-01 Epub Date: 2026-01-29 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultsonch.2026.107755
Mingyu Kim, Hyunwoo Ahn, Yujin Wang, Beomkyung Cho, Woojin Na, Kwang-Geun Lee
{"title":"Effects of ultrasound-assisted Maillard reaction on the emulsifying and flavor properties of brewer’s spent grain protein–gum arabic conjugates","authors":"Mingyu Kim,&nbsp;Hyunwoo Ahn,&nbsp;Yujin Wang,&nbsp;Beomkyung Cho,&nbsp;Woojin Na,&nbsp;Kwang-Geun Lee","doi":"10.1016/j.ultsonch.2026.107755","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ultsonch.2026.107755","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study explores the effects of ultrasound-assisted heating compared to conventional wet heating on the Maillard reaction (MR) between brewer’s spent grain (BSG) protein and gum arabic (GA), focusing on various factors like reaction kinetics, structural changes, emulsifying performance, and volatile formation. Ultrasound process markedly accelerated glycation, with a 45 min sonicated sample glycation to a similar degree to that induced by traditional 3 h treatment, such that cavitation facilitates early MR pathways. Both approaches enhanced solubility and remodeled secondary structures, although in different manners: conventional heating promoted a gradual increase in β-sheet content and a decrease in α-helix content, while ultrasound induced rapid unfolding and structural reorganization. All MRPs enhanced the emulsifying properties, but the conventional sample after 3 h obtained the highest emulsifying activity index (EAI) and emulsion stability index (ESI) values. Samples treated with ultrasound showed moderate improvement, however, at considerably reduced reaction times. Dynamic light scattering (DLS) and fluorescence microscopy have also confirmed that conventionally heated MRPs form smaller and more uniform droplets. Volatile profiling indicated that conventional heating produced a broader spectrum of aldehydes, ketones, and furans associated with off-flavors, whereas ultrasound greatly reduced compounds such as (E,E)-2,4-decadienal and 2-pentylfuran, indicating a flavor-protective potential. In general, the reaction efficiencies and flavor quality of ultrasound-assisted heating are higher, and emulsifying performance is optimized by the conventional heating technology. This work shows that BSG protein–GA conjugates are versatile enough to achieve clean-label, plant-based emulsifier applications and its desired functional/sensory properties.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":442,"journal":{"name":"Ultrasonics Sonochemistry","volume":"126 ","pages":"Article 107755"},"PeriodicalIF":9.7,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146072740","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Comparative drying of pomelo peel and optimization using ultrasound-assisted near-infrared drying 柚皮的比较干燥及超声辅助近红外干燥优化
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Ultrasonics Sonochemistry Pub Date : 2026-03-01 Epub Date: 2026-02-02 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultsonch.2026.107758
Bangsheng Chen , Yangda Wan , Zhijie Lu , Hongjie Li , Siqi Liu , Guohai Jia , Dan Huang
{"title":"Comparative drying of pomelo peel and optimization using ultrasound-assisted near-infrared drying","authors":"Bangsheng Chen ,&nbsp;Yangda Wan ,&nbsp;Zhijie Lu ,&nbsp;Hongjie Li ,&nbsp;Siqi Liu ,&nbsp;Guohai Jia ,&nbsp;Dan Huang","doi":"10.1016/j.ultsonch.2026.107758","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ultsonch.2026.107758","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Pomelo peel is a major by-product of pomelo processing, yet its high moisture content and complex structure pose challenges for efficient and high-quality drying. In this study, hot air drying (HAD), near-infrared drying (NID), and microwave drying (MD) were systematically compared in terms of drying kinetics, effective moisture diffusivity, specific energy consumption (SEC), CO<sub>2</sub> emissions, and key quality attributes of pomelo peel. MD achieved the fastest drying, reducing drying time by 87.5% and SEC by 52.7% compared with HAD, whereas NID exhibited superior color retention with the lowest total color difference (ΔE = 9.54) and browning index (BI = 121.30). HAD at 50°C yielded the highest rehydration ratio (287%). Based on the balanced performance of NID in drying efficiency and product quality, ultrasonic pretreatment was further introduced to intensify the NID process. Ultrasonic pretreatment significantly enhanced moisture migration during NID, reducing drying time by up to 28.6% under the investigated conditions. The optimal ultrasound-assisted NID conditions were identified as 300 W ultrasonic power, 5 min treatment time, and 70°C drying temperature. The Modified Page model provided the best fit for drying kinetics across all methods. These results demonstrate that ultrasonic pretreatment effectively strengthens NID by promoting internal mass transfer while preserving product quality, offering a promising strategy for high-value pomelo peel drying.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":442,"journal":{"name":"Ultrasonics Sonochemistry","volume":"126 ","pages":"Article 107758"},"PeriodicalIF":9.7,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146109838","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Ultrasound-assisted extraction of flavonoids from Cercis chinensis flowers using deep eutectic solvents: optimization, characterization, kinetics and bioactivity 超声辅助提取紫荆花黄酮类化合物:优化、表征、动力学及生物活性研究
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Ultrasonics Sonochemistry Pub Date : 2026-03-01 Epub Date: 2026-01-30 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultsonch.2026.107756
Penghua Shu , Na Wang , Xinfeng Fan , Zifan Zhang , Hao Yin , Yu Meng , Tingting Guo , Xialan Wei , Lin Zhang , Jihong Huang
{"title":"Ultrasound-assisted extraction of flavonoids from Cercis chinensis flowers using deep eutectic solvents: optimization, characterization, kinetics and bioactivity","authors":"Penghua Shu ,&nbsp;Na Wang ,&nbsp;Xinfeng Fan ,&nbsp;Zifan Zhang ,&nbsp;Hao Yin ,&nbsp;Yu Meng ,&nbsp;Tingting Guo ,&nbsp;Xialan Wei ,&nbsp;Lin Zhang ,&nbsp;Jihong Huang","doi":"10.1016/j.ultsonch.2026.107756","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ultsonch.2026.107756","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study demonstrates an efficient and eco-friendly method for extracting flavonoids from <em>Cercis chinensis</em> flowers using ultrasound-assisted deep eutectic solvent (UAE-DES) extraction. Among 17 DES systems screened, L-Proline—Lactic acid (DES-11) achieved the best extraction yield (56.53 mg/g), significantly surpassing that of conventional 60 % ethanol extraction (13.65 mg/g). Through Response Surface Methodology optimization of key parameters (ultrasonic temperature, time, and water content), a maximum flavonoid yield of 95.84 mg/g was obtained under ideal conditions: 32 % water, 36 °C, and 31 min. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) analysis revealed that DES-11 caused substantial cellular disruption, facilitating flavonoid release. Extraction kinetics followed a pseudo-first-order model, with a calculated apparent activation energy of 20.48 kJ/mol, consistent with a diffusion-controlled mechanism. Additionally, 34 flavonoids were identified for the first time in the DES extract using UPLC-timsTOF-MS. The DES extract exhibited superior antioxidant activity in radical scavenging assays compared to the ethanol extract. Furthermore, DES recovery via macroporous resin yielded an 86.64 % flavonoid recovery rate, and the solvent retained over 84.93 % efficiency after four reuse cycles. These results highlight the UAE-DES method as a sustainable and effective strategy for transforming <em>C. chinensis</em> flowers into high-value natural antioxidants.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":442,"journal":{"name":"Ultrasonics Sonochemistry","volume":"126 ","pages":"Article 107756"},"PeriodicalIF":9.7,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146089373","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Green ultrasonic engineering of hierarchical microphase structures and enhanced properties in chitosan–silk blends across molecular weight ranges 不同分子量壳聚糖-丝共混物分层微相结构及性能增强的绿色超声工程研究
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Ultrasonics Sonochemistry Pub Date : 2026-03-01 Epub Date: 2026-01-30 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultsonch.2026.107757
Nagireddy Poluri , Qiangjun Hao , Xiao Hu
{"title":"Green ultrasonic engineering of hierarchical microphase structures and enhanced properties in chitosan–silk blends across molecular weight ranges","authors":"Nagireddy Poluri ,&nbsp;Qiangjun Hao ,&nbsp;Xiao Hu","doi":"10.1016/j.ultsonch.2026.107757","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ultsonch.2026.107757","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Ultrasound processing offers a sustainable and non-chemical strategy for controlling molecular organization in soft materials. In this work, we show that ultrasonication can reorganize chitosan-silk blends into ordered microphase architectures similar to classical AB block copolymers without any chemical synthesis providing a novel strategy to control nanoscale morphology and enhance material functionality. Composite films were prepared using <em>Bombyx mori</em> silk fibroin and chitosan spanning low, medium, and high molecular weight ranges, followed by ultrasound treatment under optimized time and power conditions. The resulting materials were examined using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) to resolve microphase domains, Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) to probe molecular interactions, differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) and thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) to assess thermal behaviors, and X-ray diffraction (XRD) to analyze crystalline organization. Ultrasound treatment induced nanoscale structural ordering, enhanced intermolecular hydrogen bonding, and increased β-sheet formation in silk proteins, giving rise to distinct spherical, insular, and lamellar microdomains. These ultrasound-mediated structural transformations produced substantial improvements in thermal stability, mechanical performance, hydrophilicity, and morphological uniformity compared with untreated films. This study provides the first direct evidence that ultrasonic energy alone can drive biopolymer blends into ordered microphase patterns traditionally associated with block-copolymer chemistry. These findings position ultrasonication as a simple, green, and scalable platform for designing biomaterials with tunable hierarchical structures and multifunctional properties suitable for advanced biomedical and sustainable applications.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":442,"journal":{"name":"Ultrasonics Sonochemistry","volume":"126 ","pages":"Article 107757"},"PeriodicalIF":9.7,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146089397","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Integrated proteomics and metabolomics revealed the influence of ultrasonic cavitation effects on the physicochemical properties and metabolic components during Lactobacillus gasseri JM1 fermentation in soymilk 综合蛋白质组学和代谢组学研究揭示了超声空化效应对豆浆发酵过程中产气乳杆菌JM1理化性质和代谢成分的影响
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Ultrasonics Sonochemistry Pub Date : 2026-03-01 Epub Date: 2026-01-25 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultsonch.2026.107754
Yilin Sun , Wei Zhang , Yu Zhang , Yujun Jiang
{"title":"Integrated proteomics and metabolomics revealed the influence of ultrasonic cavitation effects on the physicochemical properties and metabolic components during Lactobacillus gasseri JM1 fermentation in soymilk","authors":"Yilin Sun ,&nbsp;Wei Zhang ,&nbsp;Yu Zhang ,&nbsp;Yujun Jiang","doi":"10.1016/j.ultsonch.2026.107754","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ultsonch.2026.107754","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Lactobacillus-fermented soymilk can improve texture and flavor through microbial metabolism. The application of processing techniques that preserve the nutritional value, quality, and bioactive properties of fermented soymilk without compromising their integrity is of great significance. Ultrasound can promote the decomposition of proteins in soymilk by disrupting their structure, and also has a cell wall-breaking effect on the fermentation strains in soymilk, causing the beneficial components of the bacteria to be released into the soymilk, thereby changing the characteristics and material composition of the fermented soymilk and increasing the content of nutrients and the stability of the soymilk. This study revealed that ultrasonic treatment (150 W, 20 min) significantly improved the texture and stability of <em>Lactobacillus gasseri</em> JM1- fermented soymilk, reduced the viscosity of the fermented soymilk (1918.80 ± 112.33 cP), and increased the water-holding capacity of the soymilk (97.12%). Moreover, ultrasonic treatment (150 W, 20 min) also led to an increase in active aglycone isoflavones such as daidzein (17.32 μg/ml) and genistein (24.48 μg/ml) in the fermented soymilk. Metabolomics and proteomics were used to establish a metabolic network of metabolites, revealing the changes in the main metabolic substances in the fermented soymilk before and after ultrasonic treatment. KEGG analysis exhibited that the carbohydrate metabolism and amino acid metabolism pathways of the metabolites in the ultrasonically treated fermented soymilk were obviously up-regulated. This study provides a theoretical basis for the innovation, flavor extension and quality improvement of fermented soymilk products.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":442,"journal":{"name":"Ultrasonics Sonochemistry","volume":"126 ","pages":"Article 107754"},"PeriodicalIF":9.7,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146048112","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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