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Open Access Original Research

Artificial Neural Network-Based Intelligent Framework for Multiclass Network Intrusion Detection in Modern Cybersecurity Systems

Received: 12 March 2026;  Published: 01 July 2026;  doi: 10.21926/rpse.2603014

Abstract

The advent of cloud computing, the Internet of Things (IoT), and digital services has led to an increase in the number and complexity of cyberattacks. The intrusion detection methods currently used, based on machine learning and artificial intelligence, include SVM, random forest, deep learning, convolutional neural networks, and LSTM. These methods are more advanced than the signature method since they are more efficient. However, despite these advancements, several issues with intrusion detection systems remain. [...]

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Open Access Original Research

Boron-Based Solid Cooling Powder for Suppression of Lithium-Ion Battery Fires

Received: 11 May 2026;  Published: 01 July 2026;  doi: 10.21926/rpse.2603013

Abstract

Thermal runaway in lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) is an escalating fire-safety problem in electric vehicles and battery energy-storage systems (BESS), and conventional water-based suppression has repeatedly been shown to delay propagation without preventing pack destruction or re-ignition. Solid, electrically non-conductive cooling agents are a promising but under-characterized alternative. This study addresses the absence of comparative, in-pack data on boron-based salt-hydrate cooling powders. Eight propane-burner [...]

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Open Access Original Research

Utilising Ethanol Extract of the Leaves of African Peach for Corrosion Protection of Mild Steel in 1.0 M NaOH: Electrochemical and Gravimetric Assessments

Received: 03 April 2026;  Published: 29 June 2026;  doi: 10.21926/rpse.2602012

Abstract

Mild steel has tendency to form a protective film in caustic environments; however, elevated temperatures and freshly exposed metal surfaces usually prevent stable film formation—leading to rapid and active corrosion rate of mild steel. This study reports the potential of using ethanol extract of African peach leaf as alternative corrosion inhibitor of mild steel in 1.0 M NaOH solution. Gravimetric and electrochemical measurements were carried to unravel the mechanisms of the corrosion reduction by the inhibitor wh [...]

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Open Access Review

Performance Enhancement of CIGS Thin-Film Solar Cells through Numerical Modeling

Received: 04 March 2026;  Published: 16 June 2026;  doi: 10.21926/rpse.2602011

Abstract

Copper indium gallium selenide (CIGS) thin-film solar cells remain among the most promising photovoltaic technologies due to their high absorption coefficient, tunable bandgap, and compatibility with low-temperature processing. This manuscript presents a comprehensive numerical investigation of performance enhancement strategies for CIGS-based solar cells using one-dimensional and multidimensional simulation frameworks. Device optimization is analyzed by systematically varying absorber composition, bandgap grading, [...]

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Open Access Original Research

Developing an Integrated Big Data - Life Cycle Framework for Selecting Construction Material Towards Sustainability in the Preliminary Design Phase

Received: 06 January 2026;  Published: 04 June 2026;  doi: 10.21926/rpse.2602010

Abstract

Integrating Life Cycle Cost (LCC), Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), and Social Life Cycle Assessment (S-LCA) has emerged as a pivotal approach for evaluating the multi-dimensional performance of construction materials. However, existing studies often treat these dimensions in isolation, failing to provide a holistic representation of sustainable development. Furthermore, while material selection in the preliminary design phase fundamentally dictates the sustainability trajectory of a project, there remains a critical r [...]

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Open Access Review

Applications of CRISPR-Cas9 Gene Editing Technology in Food Allergy Therapy: A Comprehensive Review

Received: 06 January 2026;  Published: 29 May 2026;  doi: 10.21926/rpse.2602009

Abstract

Worldwide, the incidence of allergenicity is rising rapidly, making it an ongoing clinical challenge and public health concern. The current treatment options for allergies include allergen avoidance, medications to improve symptoms, and immunotherapy to desensitize affected individuals to specific allergens. However, these approaches have limitations, and there is an urgent need for novel and more effective therapies. Allergies are a compelling candidate for gene editing (GE) given their prevalence and the inadequa [...]

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Open Access Short Review

Potency of Bioflocculants Based on Onggok Cassava Starch Modified by Graft Copolymerization with Polyacrylamide (PAM) and Its Application in Textile Waste Treatment

Received: 07 March 2025;  Published: 13 May 2026;  doi: 10.21926/rpse.2602008

Abstract

The textile industry is a major source of environmental pollution due to the discharge of highly colored and chemically complex wastewater containing toxic, mutagenic, and carcinogenic compounds that are often resistant to conventional treatment. Although conventional chemical coagulants and flocculants such as alum and synthetic polymers are effective, their application raises concerns about excessive sludge generation, residual toxicity, and long-term environmental impacts. This short review critically evaluates [...]

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Open Access Research Article

Novel Bis-Quadridentate Pyrazolone-Based Ligands and Zinc(II) Complexes: Spectroscopic Characterization and In Vitro Anti-Malarial Activity

Received: 12 February 2026;  Published: 30 April 2026;  doi: 10.21926/rpse.2602007

Abstract

A new series of bis-quadridentate ligands (L1-L3) and their corresponding zinc(II) complexes (Complex 1-3) were rationally designed, synthesized, and characterized. The ligand framework features multiple donor sites that enable stable coordination to zinc(II), yielding well-defined metal complexes. The structures of the synthesized compounds were confirmed using a combination of analytical and spectroscopic techniques. Thermal gravimetric analysis revealed that all zinc complexes exhibit exceptional thermal stabili [...]

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Open Access Original Research

Early Stages of Low-Energy Pattern Formation in Ar Cluster Bombardment

Received: 04 March 2026;  Published: 24 April 2026;  doi: 10.21926/rpse.2602006

Abstract

Molecular dynamics is an essential tool for studying the formation of surface patterns in their early stages under low-energy bombardment. Recently, it has been shown that semiconductor surfaces such as Si can reorganize under ultra-low-energy conditions to form surface patterns. In this work, we investigate the formation of patterns on metal surfaces under these conditions. To accelerate the process, a longitudinal substrate model was employed, with clusters selected as projectiles. As is well known, pattern forma [...]

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Open Access Original Research

Exploring the Use of Plant Extracts from Leaves, Bark, and Roots of Boswelia dalzelia as Corrosion Inhibitors on Low-Carbon Steel Embedded in Concrete as Reinforcement When Subjected to Chloride and Acidic Environment

Received: 01 December 2025;  Published: 16 April 2026;  doi: 10.21926/rpse.2602005

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This study explores the use of plant extract to reduce corrosion on low-carbon steel reinforcement embedded in concrete. It is globally known that structures exposed to corrosive environments can collapse due to deterioration of the steel rods embedded in the concrete. The corrosion-inhibition potential of leaves, bark, and root extracts of Boswelia dalzelia (BD) on concrete reinforcement was investigated using a half-cell potentiometer and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) analysis. The half-cell potential readin [...]

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