The application of a high E-field to a dielectric medium can induce ionization. The breakdown field of air at atmospheric pressure is around 30 kV/cm. If the electron avalanches produce more than ~10e8 charged species (Meek's criterium), an avalanche may transition to a streamer. The space charge field produced at the streamer head may exceed the breakdown field and supports its propagation in...
Cold plasma-liquid interactions have emerged as a pivotal area of research, particularly for their applications in nanomaterial synthesis. This study explores atmospheric pressure streamer-spark discharges on water droplets, with a focus on the production of silver-based nanomaterials. By systematically varying experimental parameters such as droplet electrical conductivity (ranging from...
Bone, especially the spine, is a common site for metastasis from breast, lung, and prostate cancers, often requiring aggressive treatments like chemotherapy and invasive surgery. These surgeries usually involve removing both the tumor and surrounding healthy tissue, creating voids that need reconstruction. Cold plasma therapy, operating at temperatures below 40°C, offers a non-invasive...
