Abbès Laghrour University of Khenchela

FFOA: An adaptive swarm optimizer with centered-optimum-bias assessment

The Fennec Fox Optimization Algorithm (FFOA) is introduced as a fennec-inspired adaptive swarm optimizer for continuous optimization tasks. Its primary proposal is algebraically a current-to-promising differential move; successful-hunt memory and remembered food-cache reuse provi...

Combined effects of difenoconazole and salinity stress on growth, photosynthetic pigments, and oxidative responses in tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.)

Environmental contamination by pesticides and salts is a growing agricultural issue, especially in arid and semi-arid regions. Difenoconazole (DIF), a commonly used fungicide, and sodium chloride (NaCl), a widespread salinity stressor, often coexist in soil and water, yet their c...

Ajuga reptans L. from Romanian flora as a promising candidate for novel food applications

The increasing demand for natural ingredients with both functional and sensory properties has stimulated the exploration of underutilised plant species as potential sources for novel food applications. Ajuga reptans L. (Lamiaceae) remains relatively underexplored despite its phyt...

Photocatalytic nanomaterials: present and future

Abstract Photocatalysis is a sustainable and light-driven technology increasingly recognized for its potential to address pressing environmental and energy challenges. Incorporating nanomaterials has notably enhanced photocatalytic performance by offering high surface area, tunab...