bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Comparison Studies on the Adsorption of the Alkyl-thiol, -Phosphate and -Quaternary Amine at Zn and ZnO Surfaces
Authors: Zhang Hongping , Baldelli Steven
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Identifying Electrode Reaction Mechanisms with a Cyclic form of Osteryoung Square Wave Voltammetry
Authors: Bottomley Lawrence , Helfrick John C. , Braide Otonye
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Unusual Quasireversibility (UQR) in Protein Monolayers:	An Explanation Based on Interfacial Relaxation Dynamics
Authors: Bowden Edmond , D'Antonio Edward
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Redox-active of Latex Dependence on Particle Size for the Multiple Electron Transfer
Authors: Chen Jingyuan , Han Limin
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Molecular Orientation at the Interfaces between Water and Room-Temperature Molten Salts Studied by Optical Second Harmonic Generation Spectroscopy
Authors: Nishi Naoya , Ishimatsu Ryoichi , Yamamoto Masahiro , Kakiuchi Takashi
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Sum-Frequency Generation Spectroscopy (SFG) at Platinum and Platinum/Ruthenium Interfaces Containing Chemisorbed Carbon Monoxide
Authors: Wieckowski A. , Lu Guo-Qiang , Lagutchev Alexei , Dlott Dana
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Reduction of Dibenzoate Esters of 1,2-Diols. Quantitative Examination of Cleavage Reactions
Authors: Evans Dennis , Macias-Ruvalcaba Norma
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
A Cost-effective Electro-chemical Method Preparation of Potassium Ferrate
Authors: Hongli Shang , Tian Zhifeng , Zhu Wei
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Study on Electrochemical Synthesis of Potassium Ferrate
Authors: Shang Hongli , Tian Zhifeng , Zhu Wei , Wang Zhigang , Huang Zongqing
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Nanostructured Gold Sponges Prepared and Characterized by Electrochemical Techniques
Authors: Cattarin Sandro , Kramer Dominik , Lui Alberto , Musiani Marco
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
The Influence of Copper on the Electrocatalytic Reduction of Nitrate on Mesoporous Palladium
Authors: Milhano Clelia , Pletcher Derek
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Single Crystal Growth of Intermediate Alumina Phase by Electrochemical Method
Authors: Imanaka Nobuhito , Masui Toshiyuki , Isota Shinya , Tamura Shinji
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Instantaneous Mass/Charge Ratio F(dm/dQ) of the Voltammetric Generation and Characterization of Poly-(Neutral Red) Conducting Films
Authors: Vicente Francisco , Agrisuelas Jeronimo , Gabrielli Claude , Gregori Joan , Garcia-Jareo Jose Juan , Gimenez-Romero David , Perrot Hubert
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Characterization and Growth Mechanism of Filamentous Zinc Electrodeposits
Authors: Wang Rainey , Kirk Donald , Zhang Gregory
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Kinetic Modeling of Particle Size Effects in Fuel Cells Electrocatalysts
Authors: Eikerling Michael , Andreaus Bernhard
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
The Effect of PtRu Cluster Morphology on the Active CO Oxidation Mechanism in Methanol
Authors: Ramaker David , Scott Frances , Mukerjee Sanjeev
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Electro Oxidation of Alcohols at Gas Diffusion Electrodes: a DEMS Study
Authors: Cremers Carsten , Rao Vineet , Stimming Ulrich
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
PEM Fuel Cell Cathode Catalyst Discovery via Multi-Electrode Electrochemical Screening of Thin-Film Test Structures
Authors: Whitacre Jay , Valdez Thomas , Narayanan S.
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Electrochemical Behaviour of Bimetallic Pt-M/C Catalysts for Oxygen Reduction Reaction in DMFCs
Authors: Baglio Vincenzo , Di Blasi Alessandra , Stassi Alessandro , D'Urso Claudia , Denaro Tiziana , Antonucci Vincenzo , Aric Antonino S.
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Methanol-Tolerant Oxygen Electrocatalysts: Synthesis and Characterization of Pd-based Alloys
Authors: Kalu Egwu
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Effect of Addition of Fe to Pt/C Cathode Catalyst in Direct Methanol Fuel Cell
Authors: Li Wenzhen , Sun Gongquan , Xin Qin , Yan Yushan
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
A Novel Synthesis of Pt Catalyst on Multi-walled Carbon Nanotubes by Intermittent Microwave Irradiation for Fuel Cell Applications
Authors: Tian Zhi Qun , Jiang San Ping
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Ruthenium Chalcogenide Cathode Catalysts for Direct Methanol Fuel Cells
Authors: Choi Jong-Ho , Cao Dianxue Cao , Wieckowski A. , Alonso-Vante Nicolas , Zelenay P.
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Towards Understanding Ruthenium Crossover Effects: the Oxygen Reduction Reaction on Ru-modified Platinum Surfaces
Authors: Johnston Christina , Choi Jong-Ho , Kim Yu Seung , Zelenay P.
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Development of Semi-Empirical Cell Voltage Model for Direct Methanol Fuel Cell
Authors: Choi Ji Eun , Bae Young Chan , Kim Dong Lae
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
The Catalytic Oxidation of Acetaldehyde on PtRu : Effect of the Adsorption on Ru
Authors: Taneda Kento , Yamazaki Yohtaro
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Transport Properties of Proton Exchange Membranes
Authors: Roy Abhishek , Hickner Michael , Yu Xiang , Li Yanxiang , Glass Thomas , McGrath James
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Fabrication and Characterization of Composite PEMs: Disulfonated Poly(arylene ether sulfone) Containing Zirconium Sulfophenyl Phosphonate
Authors: McGrath James , Hill Melinda , Einsla Brian
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Fuel and Media Flexible Air-breathing Laminar Flow Fuel Cells
Authors: Kenis Paul , Jayashree Ranga , Egas Daniela , Spendelow Jacob , Natarajan Dilip , Markoski Larry
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Estimation of Oxide Layer Capacitance from EIS and LEIS Results
Authors: Tribollet Bernard , FRATEUR Isabelle , Orazem M. , Vivier Vincent
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Dynamic EIS Studies of Surface Reactions: Oxidation of Methanol and Formic Acid
Authors: Harrington David , Seland Frode , Tunold Reidar
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Transfer Function Analysis of Hydrogen Permeation through a Metallic Membrane in a Devanathan Cell.
Authors: Gabrielli Claude , Maurin Georges , Mirkova Lidia , Amokrane Nawel , Perrot Hubert
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Mathematical Model for the Local Impedance Response of a Blocking Disk Electrode
Authors: Huang Vicky , Tribollet Bernard , Vivier Vincent , Pbre Nadine , Orazem M.
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Evidence that Pores are the Primary Conductive Pathway in Human Skin.
Authors: Beach Joseph , Bunge Annette , Orazem M.
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Determining the Status of Operated Titanium Anodes using Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy
Authors: Hardee Kenneth , Kus Richard
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Electroreduction of Hexaamminecobalt(III) Cations at Electrochemically Polished Bi Single Crystal Electrodes using Impedance Spectroscopy Method
Authors: Hrk Eneli , Hrk Eneli , Lust Enn
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Study of Metal/Organic Film Interface by Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy
Authors: Drob Paula , Mirza Rosca Julia Claudia , Santana Lopez Agustin , Popa Mihai , Vasilescu Ecaterina , Vasilescu Cora , Drob Silviu Iulian
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Impedance Analysis on Electric Double Layer Capacitor with Branch Pore Structure
Authors: Suzuki Satoshi , Itagaki Masayuki , Watanabe Kunihiro , Nakazawa Hiroshi
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
EIS Investigations of Transpassive Dissolution of Ferritic Steels in Aqueous and Molten Electrolytes
Authors: Bojinov Martin , Betova Iva , Tzvetkoff Tzvety
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Corrosion Protection of Different Metals by Shewanella Oneidensis MR-1
Authors: Kus Esra , Nealson Ken , Mansfeld Florian
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Mechanisms and Equivalent Circuits in Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy
Authors: Harrington David , van den Driessche Pauline
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Impedance Spectroscopy Data for [Fe(CN)6]3- Anions Electroreduciton at Cd(0001) Electrode
Authors: Nerut Jaak , Lust Enn
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Contribution to Understanding of How Conversion Coatings Inhibit Cathodic Delamination on Zinc
Authors: Ogle Kevin , Morel Stephane , Meddahi Nadia
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Corrosion Processes at the Organic Coating-metal Interface Studied by Scanning Kelvin Probe, Scanning Acoustic Microscopy and Electrochemical Impedance
Authors: Sykes John , Reddy Bharti , Whyte Edward
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Controlling Ionic Currents with Transistor-like Structures
Authors: Zhang Yan , Grebel Haim
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Iron Electrodes Modified by SAMs
Authors: Kalman Erika , Felhosi Ilona , Paszternak Andras
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Monolayer and Bilayer Molecular Coating Based on Self-Assembly Chemistry Towards Corrosion Protection and Lubrification Improvements of Surfaces
Authors: Mekhalif Zineb , Laffineur Fabrice , Delhalle Joseph , Tristani Laurent
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Oxygen Reduction on Thiol SAM Modified Au(111)
Authors: Laaboudi Aziz , Rohwerder M.
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Metallization of an Organic Surface by Electrochemical Deposition of Platinum on a Self-assembled Monolayer
Authors: Qu Deyu , Uosaki Kohei
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Experimental and Theoretical Work Towards Understanding Nafion Structure and Improving Pt Loading
Authors: Metiu Horia
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Potential Dependence of the Activation Energy for Hydrogen Oxidation, Water Activation, and CO Oxidation on Pure Pt and Pt/Ru Nanoparticle Anode Catalysts: Ab Initio MD Study
Authors: Ishikawa Yasuyuki , Mateo Juan
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Effect of Adsorbent Interactions in Electrochemical Reactions in PEM Fuel Cells
Authors: Aryanpour Masoud , Pitsch Heinz
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Sol-gel-fabrication of Metal Oxide Films using Novel Metal Precursors
Authors: Jayatissa Ahalapitiya , Wagner Dennis , Kun Guo
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
The pH-Sensitive Characteristics of Thermal ZrO2 / SiO2 Stacked Oxide Sensors
Authors: Chang Jaspers , Lee Yulin , Ko Honghsi , Lai Chaosung , Wang Chihyao
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Fabrication and Characterization of IC Compatible Through-Wafer Polysilicon Interconnects
Authors: Luusua Ismo , Henttinen Kimmo , Pekko Panu , Vehmas Tapani
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Electrochemical Organophosphate Sensor Based on Oxime Chemistry
Authors: Oh Ilwhan , Masel Rich , Shannon Mark
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Electrochemical Pumping Cells for Morphing Airfoils and Microfluidics Applications
Authors: Jeerage Kavita , Koval Carl , Noble Richard
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Voltammetric Detection of Dopamine in the Presence of Ascorbate
Authors: Shepherd Jeffrey , Rucareanu Simona , Lee Lawrence Y.S. , Lennox R. Bruce
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Study of Ion Sensitive Inorganic Materials and their Growth by PLD for the Formation of Sensor Devices
Authors: Sauvage Frederic , Baudrin Emmanuel , Tarascon Jean-Marie
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Electrochemical Immunosensors for Rapid Diagnostics of Autoimmune Diseases
Authors: Sitdikov Ravil , Ivnitski Dmitri , Atanassov P.
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Homeland Security Immunoassay Detection of Exposure to Bacillus anthracis Using a Microarray of 50-um Diameter Microcavities withSelf-contained Electrochemistry
Authors: Aguilar Zoraida
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Biological Sensors Based on Electropolymerized Films
Authors: Cosnier Serge
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Micromachined Ceramic Platform for Living Neuronal Networks
Authors: Routkevitch Dmitri , Polyakov Oleg , Stowell Michael
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Nanobead/Microfluid Based Electrochemical Biosensor System
Authors: Hesketh Peter , Peng Zhengchun , Kellar Kathryn
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Energy Technology Division Research Award Address: Photoelectrochemical Storage of Solar Energy
Authors: Licht Stuart
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Crystalline MoO3 Nanoparticles as Negative-electrode Materials for Lithium-ion Batteries
Authors: Lee Se-Hee , Deshpande Rohit , Mahan Harv , Dillon Anne
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Application of [C4min][Tf2N] Ionic Liquid as Thermal Storage and Heat Transfer Fluids
Authors: Zhang Mingming , Reddy Ramana
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Ionic-Conducting Fumed Silicas in Cathode Structures
Authors: Zhang Xiang-Wu , Fedkiw Peter
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Thin Film Approach for a Better Understanding of the Transport Properties of LiFePO4 / FePO4
Authors: Sauvage Frederic , Baudrin Emmanuel , Tarascon Jean-Marie
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Development of Pt-based Catalysts with Ultra Small Particle Size and Uniform Particle Distribution
Authors: Cao Lixin , Tsou Yu-Min , Decastro Emory
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Modeling the Discharge Process in Supercapacitor Nanoporous Carbon Electrodes
Authors: Shembel Elena Olena , Izotov Vladimir , Maletin Yurii , Novak Peter
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Research on Large Current Affection on LiMn2O4 in Supercapacitors
Authors: Chen Ye
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Oxygen Reduction at Lanthanum Manganates in Alkaline Medium
Authors: Sequeira CcSar , Santos Diogo
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
SECM Characterization of Ternary Thin Film Combinatorial Libraries as Anode Electrocatalysts for PEMFCs
Authors: Lu Guojin , Cooper James , McGinn Paul
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Effect of Interface between Si Thin Film Anode and Current Collector on the Electrochemical Performance of Si
Authors: Deng Haixia , Park Min , Chung Chi Yuen , Park Cheol-Ho , Joo Seung-Ki
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Effect of Interface between Si Thin Film Anode and Current Collector Substrate on the Electrochemical Performance of Si
Authors: Deng Haixia , Min Park , Chung Chi Yuen , Park Cheol-Ho , Joo Seung-Ki
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Carbon Monoxide Oxidation on Pt75Sn25/C and on Pt/C. A Comparative ac Impedance Study.
Authors: Gonzalez Ernesto , Ciapina Eduardo
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Study on Cover Behavior of BTA Inhibitor on Copper Alloy
Authors: Zhang Shengtao , Wang Yanbo , Hou Baorong
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Influence of Water and Pyridine Addition on the Hydrogen Overvoltage on Iron in the Ethylene Glycol Solutions of HCl
Authors: Tsygankova Liudmila , Vigdorovich Vladimir , Zarapina Irina , Shel Natalia
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Method of Preparing the Wet Etching Composition having High Etching Selectivity
Authors: La Jungin
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Anodic Kinetics of NiCrMo Alloys During Localized Corrosion
Authors: Newman Roger , He David
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
An Outgas Free Passivation Technology for Semiconductor Vacuum Chamber using Advanced Anodic Oxidation
Authors: Kawase Yasuhiro , Kitano Masafumi , Morinaga Hitoshi , Shirai Yasuyuki , Ohmi Tadahiro
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Anodic Dissolution of Nickel Across Two Consecutive Electron Transfers: Calculation of the Ni(I) Intermediate Concentration by means EQCM
Authors: Gregori Joan , Garcia-Jareo Jose Juan , Gimenez-Romero David , Vicente Francisco
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Optical Properties of Highly Protective Cobalt Oxide Coatings Electrogenerated in Slightly Alkaline Media
Authors: Gallant Danick , Pzolet Michel , Simard StcPhan
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Iron Diffusion Profile Studies by Surface Photo-voltage for Silicon Iron Implanted Wafers after Rapid Thermal Anneal.
Authors: Rapoport Igor , Taylor Patrick , Kim Seung-Bae , Orschel Benno
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Proton Conduction in In3+-doped Tin Phosphateswith Various P/(Sn+In) Ratios
Authors: Nagao Masahiro , Kamiya Toshio , Heo Pilwon , Hibino Takashi , Sano Mitsuru , Tomita Atsuko
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Electronic Transport in Single Crystals of Gd-doped Ceria
Authors: Ruiz-Trejo Enrique , Maier Joachim
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Self-seeding Crystallization of Silicon Thin Films Using Continuous-Wave Laser
Authors: Kuroki Shin-Ichiro , Fujii Shuntaro , Kotani Koji , Ito Takashi
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
H2 Plasma as Porogen Removal Treatment to Perform Porous ULK
Authors: Jousseaume Vincent , Payet Mickael , Maury Patrick , Passemard Gerard
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Characterization of Electronic Charged States of Si-Based Quantum Dots and Their Application to Floating Gate Memories
Authors: Miyazaki Seiichi , Ikeda Mitsuhisa , Makihara Katsunori
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Charge Trapping in High-k Gate Dielectrics: A Recent Understanding
Authors: Misra D. , Chowdhury Naser
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Reduction of Ni Content in the Metal-Induced Lateral Crystallization Process
Authors: Song Nam-Kyu , Kim Min-Sun , Kim Young-Su , Han Shin-Hee , Joo Seung-Ki
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Mechanism of the DC Bias Stressing in Metal Induced Laterally Crystallized P-Channel Polycrystalline Silicon Thin Film Transistor
Authors: Han Shin-Hee , Kang Il-Suk , Song Nam-Kyu , Kim Min-Sun , Joo Seung-Ki
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Electrochemical and Spectrophotometric Detection of the Chromo-Diphenylcarbazide Complex using FIA
Authors: Garca-Dvila Virginia , Garca Dvila Virginia , Alarcn-ngeles Georgina , Rojas-Hernndez Alberto , Ramírez-Silva María Teresa , Palomar-Pardavé Manuel , Romero-Romo Mario
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
An Investigation of Mass Transport in PEMFC by Using MEMS Based Ti-GDL
Authors: Miura Taisuke , Takahashi Daishi , Shiozaki Hironori , Fushinobu Kazuyoshi , Okazaki Ken
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
L-Cysteine Films on Ag(111)Investigated by Electrochemical and Optical Methods
Authors: Santos Elizabeth , Avalle Lucia , Scurtu Rares , Jones Harold
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Electrochemical Polymerization of 3,4-(Ortho-Xylen)-Dioxythiophene and Electrochemical Behavior of the Conducting Polymer Obtained
Authors: Frontana-Uribe Bernardo A. , Heinze JcRgen
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Electronic Properties of Cobalt Porphyrins Monitored by in situ XANES Spectroscopy
Authors: Bae In Tae
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Coupled Multi-Electrode Investigation of Crevice Corrosion of 316 Stainless Steel and NiCrMo Alloy 625
Authors: Bocher Florent , Presuel-Moreno Francisco J. , Scully John
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Corrosion Initiation and Anodic-Cathodic Alternation of Localized Corrosion of SiC-Reinforced Aluminum Composites in NaCl Solution
Authors: Ding Hongbo , Hihara Lloyd
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Measurements of the Localized Dissolution Rate During Potentiostatic Generation of Corrosion Pits in Austenitic Stainless Steel in Natural Seawater
Authors: Gonzalez-Sanchez Jorge A. , Dzib-Prez Luis
Published: February 2020

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Effect of Mg Alloying Addition on Dissolution Behavior of Oxide Films in Al-Si-Mg Alloys
Authors: Pech-Canul Maximo A. , pech-canul Martin , Echeverra Marbella
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Inspecting the Fractality of Polypyrrole in Nanoscale
Authors: Molaei Foroogh , Eftekhari Ali
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Synthesis and Surface Characterization of Nano-Sized Pt Group Catalysts
Authors: Bock Christina , Baranova Elena , Ilin Dimitri , MacDougall Barry
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Influence of Ordering in Porous TiO2 Layers on the Electron Diffusion Rate
Authors: Zaban Arie , Zaban Arie , Tirosh Shay , Ofir Ashi , Grinis Larissa , Dittrich Thomas
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Low Temperature Silcore a-Silicon Deposition
Authors: Fischer Pamela R. , Van Aerde Steven , Oosterlaken Ed , Bozon Bart , Zagwijn Peter M.
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Ni, Pt and Yb Based Fully Silicided (FUSI) Gates for Scaled CMOS Technologies
Authors: Kittl Jorge A. , Lauwers Anne , van Dal Mark , Yu Hongyu , Veloso Anabela , Hoffmann Tom , Pawlak Malgorzata , Demeurisse Caroline , Kubicek Stefan , Niwa Masaaki , Vrancken Christa , Absil Philip , Biesemans Serge
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Atomic Layer Deposited Films for Micro- and Nano-Scale Electro-Mechanical Systems
Authors: Bright Victor M. , George Steven
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Extra Low-Temperature SiO2 Deposition Using Aminosilanes
Authors: Dussarrat Christian , Suzuki Ikuo , Yanagita Kazutaka
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Atomic Layer Deposition on Biological Macromolecules:Metal Oxide Coating of Tobacco Mosaic Virus, Ferritin and DNA
Authors: Knez Mato , Kadri Anan , Wege Christina , Gsele Ulrich , Jeske Holger , Nielsch Kornelius
Published: February 2020

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Effect of Process Pressure on Atomic Layer Deposition of Al2O3
Authors: Li Ming-Yen , Chang Yung-Yuan , Wu Hsiao-Che , Huang Cheng-Sung , Chen Jen-Chung , Lue Jen-Lang , Chang Shieh-Ming
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Present Status and Recent Advancements in Corona-Voltage Non-contact Electrical Metrology of Dielectrics for IC-manufacturing
Authors: Wilson Marshall , Marinskiy Dmitriy , Byelyayev Anton , D'Amico John , Findlay Andrew , Jastrzebski Lubek , Lagowski Jacek
Published: February 2020

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Significance of Nitrogen and Aluminum Depth Profile Control in HfAlON Gate Insulators
Authors: Ota Hiroyuki , Ogawa Arito , Kadoshima Masaru , Iwamoto Kunihiko , Okada Kenji , Satake Hideki , Nabatame Toshihide , Toriumi Akira
Published: February 2020

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Towards the Fabrication of Ultra-Thin SOI on Si (001) using Epitaxial Oxide and Epitaxial Semiconductor Growth Processes
Authors: Lichtenwalner Dan , Hydrick Jennifer M. , Vankova Viera , Kingon Angus I.
Published: February 2020

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Improvement in NBTI of Metal Gate pMOSFETs with Sub-1nm EOT HfSiON Gate Dielectric by Ar/N2/H2(D2) Plasma Nitridation
Authors: Inumiya Seiji , Aoyama Takayuki , Nara Yasuo
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
On the Issue of Work Function Tuning of Nickel Silicide Gates
Authors: Biswas Nivedita , Lee Bongmook , Misra Veena
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Wide Controllability of Flatband Voltage in La2O3 Gate Stack Structures - Remarkable Advantages of La2O3 over HfO2 -
Authors: Ohmori Kenji , Ahmet Parhat , Shiraishi Kenji , Yamabe Kikuo , Watanabe Heiji , Akasaka Yasushi , Umezawa Naoto , Nakajima Kiyomi , Yoshitake Michiko , Nakayama Takashi , Chang Kao-Shuo , Kakushima Kuniyuki , Nara Yasuo , Green Martin L. , Iwai H. , Yamada Keisaku , Chikyow Toyohiro
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
On Chemical-Mechanical Synergy in Copper CMP
Authors: Chandra Abhijit , Che Wei , Bastawros Ashraf
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Issues Surrounding Use of Small Wafers to Study the Frictional, Thermal and Kinetic Attributes of CMP Processes
Authors: Philipossian Ara , Zhuang Yun , Borucki Leonard
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Surface Tension Effects in Nanochannels:Capillary Filling and Negative Pressure
Authors: Tas Niels R. , Haneveld Jeroen , Jansen Henri , Elwenspoek Miko
Published: February 2020

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Carbon to Replace Silicon as the Top Engineering Material?
Authors: Madou M.
Published: February 2020

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Analysis of the Segregation Phenomena of Copper in P/P+ Epitaxial Silicon Wefers
Authors: Nakamura Kozo , Iga Hisao , Tomioka Junsuke
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Proof of Interstitial Cobalt Defects in Silicon Float Zone Crystals Doped During Crystal Growth
Authors: Lemke Heinz , Irmscher Klaus
Published: February 2020

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Some Recent Advances in Contactless Silicon Characterization
Authors: Schroder Dieter
Published: February 2020

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Observation of Vacancy in High Purity Silicon Crystal Using Low-Temperature Ultrasonic Measurements
Authors: Goto Terutaka , Yamada-Kaneta Hiroshi , Saito Yasuhiro , Nemoto Yuichi , Sato Koji , Kakimoto Koichi , Nakamura Shintaro
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Erbium-Doped Chalcogenide Glass Photonics: Recent Advances in Materials Research
Authors: Kasap Safa , Koughia Cyril , DeCorby Raymond
Published: February 2020

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Chemical Vapor Deposition in Ultra Scale Integration Cell using Chalcogenide Materials for Phase Change Memory
Authors: Ahn Jun-Ku , Park Kyung , Cho Hyun-Jin , Pammi Sri-Venkata , Hur Sung-Gi , Yoon Soon G.
Published: February 2020

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Electrochemical performance of LiNi0.5Co0.5O2 and LiNi0.6Co0.4O2 Nanomaterials synthesized by a Combustion Synthesis
Authors: Rusdi Roshidah , Abd Rahman Azilah , Rusdi Hashlina , Mohamed Nor Sabirin , Kamarulzaman Norlida
Published: February 2020

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III-V/Ge Channel Engineering for Future CMOS
Authors: Wistey Mark , Singisetti Uttam , Burek Greg , Thibeault Brian J. , Nelson Austin , Cagnon Joël , Lee Yong-Ju , Bank Seth R. , Stemmer Susanne , Gossard Arthur C. , Rodwell Mark J.
Published: February 2020

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Effect of Thermal Treatment on Pt3Sn Catalysts for the Anode of a Direct Ethanol Fuel Cell
Authors: Colmati Flavio , Sousa Ruy , Gonzalez Ernesto
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Development of Novel Metal Oxide Supported Pt Catalysts for Proton Exchange Membrane and Unitized Regenerative Fuel Cells Applications
Authors: Huang Sheng-Yang , Ganesan Prabhu , Popov Branko
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Studies of Model SOFCs with Sr0.7Ce0.3MnO3 Cathode Material
Authors: Sinitsyn Vitaly , Kuritsyna Irina , Khasanov Salavat , Matveev Danila , Bredikhin Sergey I.
Published: February 2020

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Electrochemical Characterization of a La0.8Sr0.2Ni0.4Fe0.6O3-δ Electrode Interfaced with La9.83Si5Al0.75Fe0.25O26{plus minus}δ Apatite-type Electrolyte
Authors: Bebelis Symeon , Gasparyan Hripsime , Argirusis Christos , Szepanski Christian , Stathopoulos Vassilis , Kharlamova Tamara , Sadykov Vladislav
Published: February 2020

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Investigation of Sr-doped and Sr-free LaMn1-yCryO3{plus minus}δ Perovskites as Sulfur Tolerant SOFC Anodes
Authors: Deleebeeck Lisa , Birss Viola
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Effect of Flowfield Design on Solid Oxide Fuel Cell Performance
Authors: Kornely Michael , Leonide André , Weber André , Ivers-Tiffée Ellen
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Bioactivity of Ni-free Ti-based Metallic Glasses after a Two-step Treatment
Authors: Qin Fengxiang , Wang Xinmin , Wada Takeshi , Inoue Akihisa
Published: February 2020

Abstract not Available.
Synthesis and Properties of Iron Oxide-Polypyrrole-Nanocomposites
Authors: Schuster Jürgen , Mangold Klaus-Michael , Weidlich Claudia
Published: February 2020

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Structure-Activity Correlation for Oxygen Reduction on Layer-by-Layer Grown Pd(core)-Pt(shell) Nanoparticles
Authors: Wang Jia X. , Inada Hiromi , Wu Lijun , Zhu Yimei , Choi YongMan , Liu Ping , Zhou Wei-Ping , Adzic Radoslav
Published: February 2020

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Zinc Oxide Growth by ALD and Thin Film Physical Characterization
Authors: Tapily Kandabara , Gu Diefeng , Baumgart Helmut , Namkoong Gon , Elmustafa Abdelmageed
Published: February 2020

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Extreme Scaled Gate Dielectrics by using ALD Hf-based Composite Materials
Authors: Pierreux Dieter , Machkaoutsan Vladimir , Tois Eva , Swerts Johan , Schram Tom , Adelmann Christoph , Van Elshocht S. , Tseng Joshua , Ragnarsson Lars-Aåke , Maes Jan W.
Published: February 2020

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Metal Alloy Catalysts with Pt Surface Coating by Atomic Layer Deposition for Intermediate Temperature Ceramic Fuel Cells
Authors: Shim Joon Hyung , Jiang Xirong , Bent S. F. , Prinz Fritz B.
Published: February 2020

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Very High Performance CMOS on Si(551) Surface Using Radical Oxidation Silicon Flattening Technology and Accumulation-Mode SOI Device Structure
Authors: Cheng Weitao , Teramoto Akinobu , Ohmi Tadahiro
Published: February 2020

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CVD of Metal Oxide Nanowires: Growth, Applications and Devices
Authors: Mathur Sanjay
Published: February 2020

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An Electrokinetic Interpretation of Electrocrystallization
Authors: Cavallotti Pietro L. , Nobili Luca , Vicenzo Antonello
Published: February 2020

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Electrodeposition of High Surface Area Copper Coatings
Authors: Lavacchi Alessandro , Bardi Ugo , Caporali Stefano , Fossati Alessio , Giorgetti A.
Published: February 2020

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Electrodeposition of Silicon Thin Films from Ionic Liquids
Authors: Martinez Ana M. , Osen Karen S. , Sheridan Edel , Kongstein Ole Edvard , Ulyashin Alexander G. , Haarberg Geir Martin
Published: February 2020

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Metallic Nanodots Arrays Electrodeposited Through Nanoimprint Templates
Authors: Pernel Carole , Chaix Nicolas , Landis Stefan , Ivanova Valentina
Published: February 2020

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Composite Carbon Nanotubes as Functional Materials for Catalysis, Drug Delivery and Analytical Detection
Authors: Alvarez-Puebla Ramon A. , Correa-Duarte Miguel , Liz-Marzan Luis
Published: February 2020

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Transient Analysis of a PEFC with a Dead-End Anode
Authors: Sasmito Agus P. , Birgersson Erik , Mujumdar Arun Sadashiv
Published: February 2020

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In Situ Raman Spectroelectrochemistry of LiCoO2 in Electrode Systems: Its Stability and Charge Dynamics
Authors: Frank Otakar , Klod Sabrina , Taeschner Christine , Kavan Ladislav , Dunsch Lothar
Published: February 2020

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Carbon Coated LiMnPO4 Prepared by a Combination of Spray Pyrolysis with Dry Ballmilling and Its Electrochemical Properties
Authors: Doan The Nam Long , Bakenov Zhumabay , Taniguchi Izumi
Published: February 2020

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Chemical States and Their Spatial Mapping of Lithium in a LiNiO2-based Positive Electrode Material
Authors: Muto Shunsuke , Tatsumi Kazuyoshi , Sasaki Tsuyoshi , Horibuchi Kayo , Ohsuna Tetsu , Kondo Hironori , Takeuchi Yoji
Published: February 2020

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Advanced FinFET Technologies: Extension Doping, Vth Controllable CMOS Inverters and SRAM
Authors: Liu Yongxun , Endo Kazuhiko , O'uchi Shinichi , Matsukawa Takashi , Sakamoto Kunihiro , Masahara Meishoku
Published: February 2020

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Dielectric Interfaces for Graphene-Based Devices
Authors: Pirkle Adam , Lee Bongki , Floresca Carlo , McDonnell Stephen , Colombo Luigi , Kim Jiyoung , Kim Moon J. , Chabal Yves , Wallace Robert M.
Published: February 2020

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Pursuing a Higher-Voltage Aqueous Lithium Battery
Authors: Wessells Colin , La Mantia Fabio , Huggins Robert A. , Cui Yi
Published: February 2020

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Performance Evaluation of Sandia Prepared Electrodes for Li-Ion Batteries
Authors: Nagasubramanian Ganesan , Roth Peter E.
Published: February 2020

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(Invited) Nanoparticle Plasmon-Assisted Photochemical Reactions
Authors: Misawa Hiroaki , Ueno Kosei , Murazawa Naoki , Yokota Yukie
Published: February 2020

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Functionalization of Silicon Surfaces with Redox-Active Organometallic Complexes
Authors: Fabre Bruno , Gauthier Nicolas , Argouach Gilles , Paul Frédéric , Humphrey Mark G. , Hapiot Philippe
Published: February 2020

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Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy Studies of hippuricase Gene Hybridization for Campylobacter jejuni Specific Detection
Authors: Gnanaprakasa Tony Jefferson , Pedrosa Valber D. , Olsen Eric V. , Oyarzabal Omar A. , Simonian Aleksandr L.
Published: February 2020

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Study of Spatial PEMFC Performance under CO Poisoning Using Segmented Cell Approach
Authors: Reshetenko Tatyana , Bethune Keith , Rocheleau Richard
Published: February 2020

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Oxygen Reduction Kinetics and Potential Stability of Electrodeposited PtNi Alloys for PEMFC
Authors: Jayasayee Kaushik , De Bruijn Frank
Published: February 2020

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Understanding the High Capacity of Li[Li1/3Mn2/3]O2-LiMO2 Cathode Materials
Authors: Wu Yan , Lu Peng , Chi Miaofang
Published: February 2020

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The Chain Length Influence of Nonionic Co-Surfactants on Inhibition Effect of Cationic Surfactant on Steel Corrosion
Authors: Asefi Dourna , Arami Mokhtar , Mahmoodi Niyaz Mohammad
Published: February 2020

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Macropores in p-Si: Morphology and Effect of a Magnetic Field during Pore Formation
Authors: Ozanam Francois , Chazalviel Jean-Noel , Media E. M. , Outemzabet Ratiba
Published: February 2020

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Proposed Model of Ionic Conductivity in Solid Oxide Lattices in the Presence of Point and Line Defects
Authors: Tosto Sebastiano
Published: February 2020

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Oxygen Reduction Reaction on LaNiO3 in Li/Na Eutectic Carbonate Melt with La2O3
Authors: Matsuzawa Koichi , Watanabe Kouhei , Mitsushima Shigenori , Ota Ken-ichiro
Published: February 2020

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Ionic Liquid-Based Membranes as Advanced Electrolytes in Lithium Batteries
Authors: Navarra Maria Assunta , Scrosati Bruno
Published: February 2020

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Lowering Melting Point and Viscosity Aliphatic Quaternary Ammonium Ionic Liquids by Modification of Perfluoroanions
Authors: Matsumoto Hajime , Terasawa Naohiro , Tsuzuki Seiji , Sakaebe Hikari
Published: February 2020

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More Silicon for More Miles? A Way to High-Energy Lithium-Ion Batteries through Finishing the Silicon-Anode with Fluorinated Aromatic Isocyanates (FAI)
Authors: Sternad Michael , Fuchsbichler Bernd , God Colin , Takehara Masahiro , Ue Makoto , Winter Martin
Published: February 2020

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Mechanism of Lithium Insertion in Lithium Titanate Li(LixTiO1-x)2O4 over a Wide Voltage Range by Synchrotron In situ XRD and Electron Energy-Loss Spectroscopy
Authors: Wang Feng , Hong Jian , Ma Chao , Wu Lijun , Su Dong , Zhu Yimei , Graetz Jason
Published: February 2020

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3-Dimensional Proton Conducting Ceramic Fuel Cell Architecture Using Nanosphere Patterning
Authors: Kim Young Beom , Gür Turgut M. , Kang Sangkyun , Jung Hee-Joon , Prinz Fritz B.
Published: February 2020

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CMOS Scaling with III-V Channels for Improved Performance and Low Power
Authors: Hill Richard J. , Oh Jungwoo , Park Chanro , Barnett J. , Price Jimmy , Huang Jeff , Goel Niti , Loh W. Y. , Kirsch Paul , Majhi Prashant , Jammy Raj
Published: February 2020

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Effects of intrauterine insulin-like growth factor-1 therapy for fetal growth restriction on adult metabolism and body composition are sex specific
Authors: Spiroski Ana-Mishel , Oliver Mark Hope , Jaquiery Anne Louise , Gunn Travis Dane , Harding Jane Elizabeth , Bloomfield Frank Harry
Published: February 2020

Fetal growth restriction (FGR) is associated with compromised growth and metabolic function throughout life. Intrauterine therapy of FGR with intra-amniotic insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF1) enhances fetal growth and alters perinatal metabolism and growth in a sex-specific manner, but the adult effects are unknown. We investigated the effects of intra-amniotic IGF1 treatment of FGR on adult growth and body composition, adrenergic sensitivity, and glucose-insulin axis regulation. Placental embolization-induced FGR was treated with four weekly doses of 360 µg intra-amniotic IGF1 (FGRI) or saline (FGRS). Offspring were raised to adulthood (18 mo: FGRI, n = 12 females, 12 males; FGRS, n = 13 females, 10 males) alongside offspring from unembolized and untreated sheep (CON; n = 12 females, 21 males). FGRI females had increased relative lean mass compared with CON but not FGRS ( P < 0.05; 70.6 ± 8.2% vs. 61.4 ± 8.2% vs. 67.6 ± 8.2%), decreased abdominal adipose compared with CON and FGRS ( P < 0.05; 43.7 ± 1.2% vs. 49.3 ± 0.9% vs. 48.5 ± 1.0%), increased glucose utilization compared with FGRS but not CON ( P < 0.05; 9.6 ± 1.0 vs. 6.0 ± 0.9 vs. 7.6 ± 0.9 mg·kg−1·min−1), and increased β-hydroxybutyric acid:nonesterified fatty acid ratio in response to adrenaline compared with CON and FGRS ( P < 0.05; 3.9 ± 1.4 vs. 1.1 ± 1.4 vs. 1.8 ± 1.4). FGRS males were smaller and lighter compared with CON but not FGRI ( P < 0.05; 86.8 ± 6.3 vs. 93.5 ± 6.1 vs. 90.7 ± 6.3 kg), with increased peak glucose concentration (10%) in response to a glucose load but few other differences. These effects of intra-amniotic IGF1 therapy on adult body composition, glucose-insulin axis function, and adrenergic sensitivity could indicate improved metabolic regulation during young adulthood in female FGR sheep.
A neural network for online spike classification that improves decoding accuracy
Authors: Issar Deepa , Williamson Ryan C. , Khanna Sanjeev B. , Smith Matthew A.
Published: February 2020

Separating neural signals from noise can improve brain-computer interface performance and stability. However, most algorithms for separating neural action potentials from noise are not suitable for use in real time and have shown mixed effects on decoding performance. With the goal of removing noise that impedes online decoding, we sought to automate the intuition of human spike-sorters to operate in real time with an easily tunable parameter governing the stringency with which spike waveforms are classified. We trained an artificial neural network with one hidden layer on neural waveforms that were hand-labeled as either spikes or noise. The network output was a likelihood metric for each waveform it classified, and we tuned the network’s stringency by varying the minimum likelihood value for a waveform to be considered a spike. Using the network’s labels to exclude noise waveforms, we decoded remembered target location during a memory-guided saccade task from electrode arrays implanted in prefrontal cortex of rhesus macaque monkeys. The network classified waveforms in real time, and its classifications were qualitatively similar to those of a human spike-sorter. Compared with decoding with threshold crossings, in most sessions we improved decoding performance by removing waveforms with low spike likelihood values. Furthermore, decoding with our network’s classifications became more beneficial as time since array implantation increased. Our classifier serves as a feasible preprocessing step, with little risk of harm, that could be applied to both off-line neural data analyses and online decoding.

NEW & NOTEWORTHY Although there are many spike-sorting methods that isolate well-defined single units, these methods typically involve human intervention and have inconsistent effects on decoding. We used human classified neural waveforms as training data to create an artificial neural network that could be tuned to separate spikes from noise that impaired decoding. We found that this network operated in real time and was suitable for both off-line data processing and online decoding.
Detection of Eight Respiratory Bacterial Pathogens Based on Multiplex Real-Time PCR with Fluorescence Melting Curve Analysis
Authors: Hu Liuyang , Han Bing , Tong Qin , xiao Hui , Cao Donglin
Published: February 2020

Background and Objective. Acinetobacter baumannii, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Mycobacterium tuberculosis are primary respiratory bacterial pathogens contributing to morbidity and mortality in developing countries. This study evaluated the diagnostic performance of multiplex real-time PCR with fluorescence melting curve analysis (MCA) assay, which was used to detect eight respiratory bacterial pathogens simultaneously. Methods. A total of 157 sputum specimens were examined by multiplex real-time with fluorescence MCA, and the results were compared with the conventional culture method. Results. Multiplex real-time PCR with fluorescence MCA specifically detected and differentiated eight respiratory bacterial pathogens by different melting curve peaks for each amplification product within 2 hours and exhibited high repeatability. The limit of detection ranged from 64 to 102 CFU/mL in the multiplex PCR system. Multiplex real-time PCR with fluorescence MCA showed a sensitivity greater than 80% and a 100% specificity for each pathogen. The kappa correlation of eight bacteria ranged from 0.89 to 1.00, and the coefficient of variation ranged from 0.05% to 0.80%. Conclusions. Multiplex real-time PCR with fluorescence MCA assay is a sensitive, specific, high-throughput, and cost-effective method to detect multiple bacterial pathogens simultaneously.
Effect of Laser Shock Processing and Aluminizing on Microstructure and High-Temperature Creep Properties of 321 Stainless Steel for Solar Thermal Power Generation
Authors: Li Wei , Huang Huang , Xu Dongliang , Chen Jian , Zuo Lu , Ma Guozhi , He Jianjun , Li Cong , Peng Zhuoyin , Ren Yanjie , Zhang Sheng-de
Published: February 2020

The aluminized layer of 321 stainless steel was treated by laser shock processing (LSP). The effects of constituent distribution and microstructure change of the aluminized layer in 321 stainless steel on creep performance at high temperature were investigated. SEM and EDS results reveal that aluminized coating is mainly composed of an Al2O3 outer layer, the transition layer of the Fe-Al phase, and the diffusion layer. Additionally, LSP conducted on coating surface not only improves the density of the layer structure, resulting in an increment on the bonding strength of both infiltration layer and substrate, but also leaves higher residual compressive stress in the aluminized layer which improves its creep life effectively. Experimental results indicate that the microhardness of the laser-shocked region is improved strongly by the refined grains and the reconstruction of microstructures. Meanwhile, the roughness and microhardness of aluminized steel are found to increase with the laser impact times. On the other hand, the intermetallic layers, whose microstructure is stable enough to inhibit crack initiation, reinforce strength greatly. The anticreep life of aluminized sample with three times LSP was increased by 232.1% as compared to aluminized steel, which could attribute to the increased dislocation density in the peened sample as well as the decrease of creep voids in size and density.
Effect and Neuroimaging Mechanism of Electroacupuncture for Vascular Cognitive Impairment No Dementia: Study Protocol for a Randomized, Assessor‐Blind, Controlled Clinical Trial
Authors: Lin Ruizhu , Huang Jia , Xu Jianfeng , Tao Jing , Xu Ying , Liu Jiao , Liu Weilin , Liang Shengxiang , Yang Minguang , Chen Lidian
Published: February 2020

Vascular cognitive impairment no dementia (VCIND) is likely to develop into vascular dementia (VD) without intervention. The clinical efficacy of electroacupuncture (EA) for VCIND has been previously demonstrated. However, the neuroimaging mechanism of EA for VCIND has not been elucidated clearly. This trial is designed to provide solid evidence for the efficacy and neuroimaging mechanism of EA treatment for patients with VCIND. This ongoing study is an assessor‐blind, parallel‐group, randomized controlled trial. 140 eligible subjects will be recruited from the General Hospital of Ningxia Medical University and randomized into either the electroacupuncture (EA) group or the control group (CG). All subjects will receive basic treatment, and participants in the CG will receive health education performed weekly. Except for basic treatment and health education, participants in the EA group will receive treatment 5 times per week for a total of 40 sessions over 8 weeks. The primary outcome in this study is Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA), and the secondary outcomes are Auditory Verbal Learning Test (AVLT), Stroop color‐naming condition (STROOP), Rey–Osterrieth Complex Graphics Testing, and resting‐state functional magnetic resonance imaging (rs‐fMRI). All of the outcome measures will be assessed at baseline and 8 weeks of intervention. The medical abstraction of adverse events will be done at each visit. The results of this trial will demonstrate the efficacy and neuroimaging mechanism of EA treatment for VCIND, thus supporting EA treatment as an ideal choice for VCIND treatment. The trial was registered at the Chinese Clinical Trial Registry on 28 July 2018 (ChiCTR1800017398).
Long-Term Postpartum Outcomes of Insulin Resistance and β-cell Function in Women with Previous Gestational Diabetes Mellitus
Authors: Miao Zhirong , Wu Honghua , Ren Liu , Bu Nan , Jiang Lili , Yang Huixia , Zhang Junqing , Guo Xiaohui
Published: February 2020

Aims. The objective of the present study was to explore the long-term postpartum glucose metabolism in women with previous GDM, and study the mechanism of hyperglycemia from gestation to postpartum by investigating the postpartum insulin resistance and insulin secretion. Methods. A total of 321 females with previous GDM were followed up once during 1- to 6-years postpartum. Characteristics during pregnancy, perinatal period, and postpartum were compared between postpartum NGT and hyperglycemic women. HOMA-IR and HOMA-β were used to assess insulin resistance and insulin secretion levels with different glucose statuses. Results. The prevalence of postpartum hyperglycemia had a fluctuant increase from 25.9% at 1 year, to 53.7% at 5 year. 75 g OGTT 2 hPG during pregnancy was an independent predictor of postpartum hyperglycemia with an OR of 2.15 (95% CI 1.245, 3.722) (P=0.006). After ROC analysis, the best equilibrium between sensitivity (70.3%) and specificity (60.4%) for 2 hPG was 9.03 mmol/L. HOMA-IR was increased in postpartum normal glucose tolerance (NGT), prediabetes, and T2DM (1.64 vs. 2.14 vs. 4.27, P<0.001), while HOMA-β was decreased (1.19 vs. 1.11 vs. 0.71, P=0.011). In pairwise comparison, except for HOMA-IR between prediabetes and T2DM, and HOMA-β between NGT and prediabetes, other differences showed significance. Conclusions. 75 g OGTT 2h PG during pregnancy higher than 9.03 mmol/L is regarded as an independent risk factor of postpartum hyperglycemia. Insulin resistance with insufficient insulin secretion compensation is still common phenomenon during long-term postpartum. Women with heavier insulin resistance in the postpartum period are more likely develop prediabetes, while decreased β-cell function contributes more to T2DM development.