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• Application: Hierarchically core-shell structured nanocellulose/carbon nanotube hybrid aerogels for patternable, self-healing and flexible supercapacitors.: This study explores the innovative use of sodium tetraborate decahydrate in the development of hybrid aerogels, focusing on applications in energy storage and supercapacitors, which is pivotal for advancing electrochemical components (Cheng et al., 2024).A facile strategy to fabricate high-barrier, water- and oil-repellent paper with carboxymethyl cellulose/collagen fiber/modified polyvinyl alcohol.: This research utilizes sodium tetraborate decahydrate to enhance the properties of composite materials, contributing significantly to the field of sustainable and functional material development, especially in barrier applications (Zhu et al., 2023).Using liquefied biomass hydrogel to mitigate salinity in salt-affected soils.: The study discusses the role of sodium tetraborate decahydrate in soil remediation technologies, highlighting its potential to improve hydrogel applications for environmental management and agriculture (Tefera et al., 2022).Superabsorbent cellulose-based hydrogels cross-linked with borax.: The research focuses on the development of superabsorbent hydrogels using sodium tetraborate decahydrate, underscoring its critical role in the synthesis and functional enhancement of hydrogel products for diverse applications (Tanpichai et al., 2022).
• Biochem/physiol Actions: Plant hormone and growth regulator that is involved in several physiological mechanisms including seed dormancy, leaf abscission, stomatal movement, and plant stress responses. Through complex interactions with several intracellular signaling systems, it can regulate the expression of hundreds of plant genes.