Arunadevi Natarajan

Nano-composites with a unique morphology, high thermal characteristics, and flexibility have garnered considerable attention in recent years. Herein, we report the corrosion resistance performance of an epoxy resin-based Ce–Mn metal oxide nanocomposite, Ce oxide, and Mn oxide, synthesised from mixed ligand complexes. The anti-corrosion properties were evaluated using salt-spray and marine-water corrosion tests by electrochemical methods. The inhibition efficiency was evaluated in 5% NaCl and marine water over a period of more than 120 days. Morphological studies reveal the effective encapsulation of the nano-composite in epoxy resin. The diffraction technique was employed to investigate the assembly and morphology of the epoxy coating, as assessed by scanning electron microscopy. The results show that CeMnO₃ has enhanced anti-corrosion properties compared with CeO₂ and Mn₂O₃. The metal nanocoating efficiently protects mild steel by providing barrier properties against ions responsible for rusting, signifying its usefulness as a next-generation anti-corrosive coating for an eco-friendly environment. By offering enhanced protection, this innovative coating will extend the lifespan of structures and minimize environmental degradation.

Kefir grains offer numerous health benefits, including boosting the immune system, alleviating digestive issues, and enhancing antimicrobial activity. They are rich in beneficial probiotic bacteria that promote gut health and support a balanced intestinal microbiota. “Beta‐lactoglobulin (β‐lg), a well‐known milk protein,” is used to create nanofibril structures that can serve as scaffolds. In this study, nanofibrils loaded with kefir were prepared using the self‐assembly method and were incorporated during the initial stages of cheese preparation to modulate the structural properties. To confirm the integration of kefir grains and β‐lactoglobulin (β‐lg) nanofibrils, nutritional analysis, color analysis, in vitro release with PBS buffer, pH, and Acidity were analyzed. FT‐IR spectroscopy and loading efficiency results (82%) confirm the incorporation of kefir grains into the nanofibrils, enhancing the bioavailability and health benefits. From the results, it is evident that higher loading efficiency occurs at lower concentrations (2%) of kefir grains, while at higher concentrations (3%), the kefir grains tend to form aggregates due to the bundling effect. Additionally, β‐lg nanofibrils served as an effective scaffold material, supporting a novel strategy for developing functional dairy products with added gut health benefits.