bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Neuromotor variability partially explains different endurance capacities of expert pianists
Authors: Goubault Etienne , Turner Craig , Mailly Robin , Begon Mickaël , Dal Maso Fabien , Verdugo Felipe
Published: September 2023

During fatiguing piano tasks, muscle fatigue develops differently between expert pianists. Differences in neuromotor strategies employed could explain a slower rate of fatigue development. The objective was to compare muscle activation and kinematic variabilities between ShortDuration (i.e., pianists with less endurance) and LongDuration groups. Results from 49 pianists showed that EMG activation variability of most shoulder and upper limbs muscles was greater for the ShortDuration group with time during two piano fatiguing tasks, namely Digital and Chord tasks. Segment acceleration variability, assessed using inertial measurement units, was also greater with time for the ShortDuration group at the right arm during the Digital task, and at the thorax and head during the Chord task. Finally, thorax lateroflexion variability increased with time for the LongDuration group (but not the ShortDuration group) during the Digital task. During the Chord task, wrist flexion variability was higher for the LongDuration group compared to the ShortDuration group. These results showed a direct effect of time on the pianists’ acceleration variability and EMG activation variability. In contrast, a protective effect of fatigue development could be attributed to kinematic variability. Results also suggest a higher risk of injury among pianists in the ShortDuration group.
Highly defective graphene quantum dots-doped 1T/2H-MoS2 as an efficient composite catalyst for the hydrogen evolution reaction
Authors: Chen Sheng-Fu , Wu Tai‑Sing , Soo Yun‑Liang
Published: September 2023

We present a new composite catalyst system of highly defective graphene quantum dots (HDGQDs)-doped 1T/2H-MoS2 for efficient hydrogen evolution reactions (HER). The high electrocatalytic activity, represented by an overpotential of 136.9 mV and a Tafel slope of 57.1 mV/decade, is due to improved conductivity, a larger number of active sites in 1T-MoS2 compared to that in 2H-MoS2, and additional defects introduced by HDGQDs. High-resolution transmission electron microscopy (HRTEM), Raman spectroscopy, x-ray diffraction (XRD) and x-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) were used to characterize both the 1T/2H-MoS2 and GQDs components while Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) was employed to identify the functional groups on the edge and defect sites in the HDGQDs. The morphology of the composite catalyst was also examined by field emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM). All experimental data demonstrated that each component contributes unique advantages that synergistically lead to the significantly improved electrocatalytic activity for HER in the composite catalyst system.
Osteoclast differentiation and dynamic mRNA expression during mice embryonic palatal bone development
Authors: Lai Yongzhen , Guo Yan , Liao Caiyu , Mao Chuanqing , Liu Jing , Ren Chengyan , Yang Wen , Luo Lin , Chen Weihui
Published: September 2023

This study is the first to investigate the process of osteoclast (OCL) differentiation, its potential functions, and the associated mRNA and signalling pathways in embryonic palatal bone. Our findings suggest that OCLs are involved in bone remodelling, bone marrow cavity formation, and blood vessel formation in embryonic palatal bone. We observed TRAP-positive OCLs at embryonic day 16.5 (E16.5), E17.5, and E18.5 at the palatal process of the palate (PPP) and posterior and anterior parts of the palatal process of the maxilla (PPMXP and PPMXA, respectively), with OCL differentiation starting 2 days prior to TRAP positivity. By comparing the key periods of OCL differentiation between PPMX and PPP (E14.5, E15.5, and E16.5) using RNA-seq data of the palates, we found that the PI3K-AKT and MAPK signalling pathways were sequentially enriched, which may play critical roles in OCL survival and differentiation. Csf1r, Tnfrsff11a, Ctsk, Fos, Tyrobp, Fcgr3, and Spi1 were significantly upregulated, while Pik3r3, Tgfbr1, and Mapk3k7 were significantly downregulated, in both PPMX and PPP. Interestingly, Tnfrsff11b was upregulated in PPMX but downregulated in PPP, which may regulate the timing of OCL appearance. These results contribute to the limited knowledge regarding mRNA-specific steps in OCL differentiation in the embryonic palatal bone.
Modeling the intention and donation of second-hand clothing in the context of an emerging economy
Authors: Wu Mengling , Al Mamun Abdullah , Yang Qing , Gao Jingzu , Rahman Muhammad Khalilur , Al Shami Sayed Samer Ali
Published: September 2023

The culture of fast fashion accelerates the consumption rate of individuals but at the expense of significant environmental stress. With a large amount of discarded clothing accumulating in landfills, it is crucial to encourage people to dispose of second-hand clothing (SHC) as sustainably as possible, especially in an emerging economy with large volume consumption. Through a survey of 619 respondents from China, this study explored the factors affecting people’s intentions and actual donation behaviors toward SHC. It extends the theory of interpersonal behavior (TIB) with environmental factors to construct a research framework, which included cognitive factors (attitude towards sustainable consumption), social factors (sense of community) and personal factors (perceived hedonic benefit) under TIB and the environment factors refers to problem awareness and ascription responsibility. Partial least squares structural equation modeling was employed to analyze the data. The findings revealed that attitudes toward sustainable consumption, problem awareness, ascription of responsibility, sense of community, and perceived hedonic benefit significantly and positively influenced people’s intentions and practices of SHC donation. This study will aid governments and relevant green environmental protection organizations in formulating more precise strategies for sustainable development, and promote relevant research on the sustainable disposal of SHC.
Clinicopathological characteristics and its association with digestive system tumors of 1111 patients with Schistosomiasis japonica
Authors: Yang Yang , Wang Xiao-Yi , Duan Chun , Wang Zi-Jian , Sheng Hao-Yu , Xu Xiu-Liang , Wang Wen-Jie , Yang Jiang-Hua
Published: September 2023

Schistosomiasis japonicum can cause different degrees of organ damage and complex human immune pathological reactions, which often invade the intestine and liver. The purpose of this study was to explore the pathological types and pathological changes of Schistosomiasis and their correlation with some digestive system tumors. Hematoxylin eosin staining was performed on the diseased tissues of 1111 Schistosomiasis cases. We counted the deposition sites of Schistosoma eggs, analyzed the pathological characteristics, and compared the clinicopathological characteristics of Schistosomiasis associated digestive system tumors and non-Schistosomiasis digestive system tumors. We found that Schistosoma japonicum can cause multi organ and multi system damage, with 469 cases of inflammation, 47 cases of adenoma, and 519 cases of adenocarcinoma. Other types include cysts, stromal tumors, malignant lymphomas, and neuroendocrine tumors. Schistosomiasis associated tumors, including gastric cancer, liver cancer, colon cancer and rectal cancer, were compared with non-Schistosomiasis tumors. There were significant differences in age, gender and tumor differentiation between the two groups. Our study shows Schistosomiasis is a systemic disease, causing multiple organ and system damage in the human body. Its clinicopathological types are diverse, and there may be a pathological change process of “Inflammation-adenoma-carcinoma”. Schistosomiasis associated digestive system tumors differ from non-Schistosomiasis tumors in some clinicopathological features.
Larvicidal and anti-termite activities of microbial biosurfactant produced by Enterobacter cloacae SJ2 isolated from marine sponge Clathria sp.
Authors: Harikrishnan Sekar , Sudarshan Shanmugam , Sivasubramani Kandasamy , Nandini M. S. , Narenkumar Jayaraman , Ramachandran Vasudevan , Almutairi Bader O. , Arunkumar Paulraj , Rajasekar Aruliah , Jayalakshmi Singaram
Published: September 2023

The widespread use of synthetic pesticides has resulted in a number of issues, including a rise in insecticide-resistant organisms, environmental degradation, and a hazard to human health. As a result, new microbial derived insecticides that are safe for human health and the environment are urgently needed. In this study, rhamnolipid biosurfactants produced from Enterobacter cloacae SJ2 was used to evaluate the toxicity towards mosquito larvae (Culex quinquefasciatus) and termites (Odontotermes obesus). Results showed dose dependent mortality rate was observed between the treatments. The 48 h LC50 (median lethal concentration) values of the biosurfactant were determined for termite and mosquito larvae following the non-linear regression curve fit method. Results showed larvicidal activity and anti-termite activity of biosurfactants with 48 h LC50 value (95% confidence interval) of 26.49 mg/L (25.40 to 27.57) and 33.43 mg/L (31.09 to 35.68), respectively. According to a histopathological investigation, the biosurfactant treatment caused substantial tissue damage in cellular organelles of larvae and termites. The findings of this study suggest that the microbial biosurfactant produced by E. cloacae SJ2 is an excellent and potentially effective agent for controlling Cx. quinquefasciatus and O. obesus.
Rapid detection of tear lactoferrin for diagnosis of dry eyes by using fluorescence polarization-based aptasensor
Authors: Zhang Yingqi , Yan Peng , Tang Howyn , Zhang Jin
Published: September 2023

Differentiating dry eye disease (DED) from allergic or viral conjunctivitis rapidly and accurately is important to ensure prompt diagnosis and treatment. Tear lactoferrin (LF), a multi-functional glycoprotein found in tears, decreases significantly in patients with DED, and has been considered as a DED diagnostic biomarker. Measuring tear LF level, however, takes time and requires the use of bulky instruments. Herein, a homogeneous carbon nanostructure-based aptasensor with high sensitivity and selectivity has been developed by applying fluorescence polarization (FP) technology. The FP of carbon dots (CDs) bioconjugated with LF aptamers (CDs-aptamer) is 21.2% higher than that of CDs, which can be further amplified (1.81 times) once interacting with graphene oxide nanosheets (GONS). In the presence of LF, GONS separates from CDs-aptamer because of the stronger binding affinity between CDs-aptamer to LF, resulting in the decrease of FP value. A linear relationship is observed between FP value and LF concentration in spiked tear samples from 0.66 to 3.32 mg/mL. The selectivity of the aptasensor has been investigated by measuring other proteins. The results indicate that the FP-based aptasensor is a cost-effective method with high sensitivity and selectivity in detection of tear LF.
Spatial and temporal patterns of indicators of climate change and variability in the Arab world in the past four decades
Authors: Jaber Salahuddin M. , Abu-Allaban Mahmoud M. , Sengupta Raja
Published: September 2023

A comprehensive assessment of the spatial and temporal patterns of the most common indicators of climate change and variability in the Arab world in the past four decades was carried out. Monthly maximum and minimum air temperature and precipitation amount data for the period 1980–2018 were obtained from the CHELSA project with a resolution of 1 km2, which is suitable for detecting local geographic variations in climatic patterns. This data was analyzed using a seasonal-Kendall metric, followed by Sen’s slope analysis. The findings indicate that almost all areas of the Arab world are getting hotter. Maximum air temperatures increased by magnitudes varying from 0.027 to 0.714 °C/decade with a mean of 0.318 °C/decade while minimum air temperatures increased by magnitudes varying from 0.030 to 0.800 °C/decade with a mean of 0.356 °C/decade. Most of the Arab world did not exhibit clear increasing or decreasing precipitation trends. The remaining areas showed either decreasing or increasing precipitation trends. Decreasing trends varied from −0.001 to −1.825 kg m−2/decade with a mean of −0.163 kg m−2/decade, while increasing trends varied from 0.001 to 4.286 kg m−2/decade with a mean of 0.366 kg m−2/decade. We also analyzed country-wise data and identified areas of most vulnerability in the Arab world.
Determinants of response to CDK4/6 inhibitors in the real-world setting
Authors: Witkiewicz Agnieszka K. , Schultz Emily , Wang Jianxin , Hamilton Deanna , Levine Ellis , O’Connor Tracey , Knudsen Erik S.
Published: September 2023

Despite widespread use and a known mechanism of action for CDK4/6 inhibitors in combination with endocrine therapy, features of disease evolution and determinants of therapeutic response in the real-world setting remain unclear. Here, a cohort of patients treated with standard-of-care combination regimens was utilized to explore features of disease and determinants of progression-free survival (PFS) and overall survival (OS). In this cohort of 280 patients, >90% of patients were treated with palbociclib in combination with either an aromatase inhibitor (AI) or fulvestrant (FUL). Most of these patients had modified Scarff–Bloom–Richardson (SBR) scores, and ER, HER2, and PR immunohistochemistry. Both the SBR score and lack of PR expression were associated with shorter PFS in patients treated with AI combinations and remained significant in multivariate analyses (HR = 3.86, p = 0.008). Gene expression analyses indicated substantial changes in cell cycle and estrogen receptor signaling during the course of treatment. Furthermore, gene expression-based subtyping indicated that predominant subtypes changed with treatment and progression. The luminal B, HER2, and basal subtypes exhibited shorter PFS in CDK4/6 inhibitor combinations when assessed in the pretreatment biopsies; however, they were not associated with OS. Using unbiased approaches, cell cycle-associated gene sets were strongly associated with shorter PFS in pretreatment biopsies irrespective of endocrine therapy. Estrogen receptor signaling gene sets were associated with longer PFS particularly in the AI-treated cohort. Together, these data suggest that there are distinct pathological and biological features of HR+/HER2− breast cancer associated with response to CDK4/6 inhibitors. Clinical trial registration number: NCT04526587.
Reporter emission multiplexing in digital PCRs (REM-dPCRs): direct quantification of multiple target sequences per detection channel by population specific reporters
Authors: Calabrese Silvia , Markl Anja M. , Neugebauer Maximilian , Krauth Stefanie J. , Borst Nadine , von Stetten Felix , Lehnert Michael
Published: September 2023

Concept of reporter emission multiplexing (REM) to increase multiplexing capacities in digital PCR by using population specific reporters (PSR) labeled with fluorophores of different signal intensities.
Graphene-enhanced quantum cascade laser infrared spectroscopy using diamond thin-film waveguides
Authors: Teuber Andrea , Caniglia Giada , Kranz Christine , Mizaikoff Boris
Published: September 2023

Diamond thin-film waveguides were combined with quantum cascade lasers augmented by drop-casted graphene enabling surface-enhanced infrared absorption spectroscopy.
A feasible protocol to profile bile acids in dried blood spots from rats using a UHPLC-MS/MS method combining a surrogate matrix
Authors: Ma Ziying , Sheng Ning , Zhang Jinlan
Published: September 2023

A two-step method was applied to enable high extraction efficiency for bile acids in DBSs. A DBS surrogate matrix was well developed and showed good performance, and 35 bile acids were profiled using UHPLC-MS/MS with good resolution and quantified with acceptable precision and accuracy.
Magnetic activated carbon as an adsorbent for extraction of DMMP from aqueous samples followed by GC-IMS analysis
Authors: Farahani Hossein Shahrabi , Najafi Mostafa , Behbahani Mohammad , Naseri Mohammad Taghi
Published: September 2023

Micro-porous magnetic activated carbon was prepared under ultrasonic irradiation as an adsorbent for dispersed solid phase extraction of dimethyl methyl phosphonate from water samples, before analysis by gas chromatography-ion mobility spectrometry.
N-doped carbon nanocage-anchored bismuth atoms for efficient CO2 reduction
Authors: Li Jiayi , Zhang Lingling , Gao Shuai , Chen Xingmin , Wu Runjie , Wang Xiao , Wang Qiang
Published: September 2023

Electrochemical CO2 reduction (CO2RR) is a prospective but challenging method to decrease the CO2 concentration in the current atmosphere; in particular, the poor selectivity of the target product CO and large overpotentials limit its efficiency.
Co doping promotes the alkaline overall seawater electrolysis performance over MnPSe3 nanosheets
Authors: Zhang Hao , Meng Ge , Wei Tianran , Ding Junyang , Liu Qian , Luo Jun , Liu Xijun
Published: September 2023

The introduction of Co dopants could effectively promote the OER/HER kinetics of MnPSe3 nanosheets, and thereby leads to an enhanced seawater electrolysis performance.
Reversible fluorescent adhesives based on covalent adaptable networks with dynamic AIE crosslinking: in situ visualization of adhesion capability
Authors: Jiang Yu , Ran Ziyu , Wu Yangfei , Zhang Meng , Ma Ying , Zhang Daohong
Published: September 2023

A fluorescent adhesive with the capacity of in situ visualization of the adhesion state was developed based on a dynamic AIE cross-linker.
Unexpected rapid P-stereomutation of phosphine oxides catalysed by chlorophosphonium salts
Authors: Al-Sulaimi Sulaiman , Rajendran Kamalraj , Nikitin Kirill , Gilheany Declan G.
Published: September 2023

Crack the CPS whip. Stereochemical inversion of P-chiral phosphine oxides is difficult. Fast-acting chlorophosphonium salts help to spur-up this commonly very slow process.
A tolane-modified 5-ethynyluridine as a universal and fluorogenic photochemical DNA crosslinker
Authors: Neitz Hermann , Höbartner Claudia
Published: September 2023

A new photoinduced fluorogenic interstrand crosslinking reaction is reported in three different DNA architectures using the hydrophobic tolane-containing nucleoside ToldU.
The design strategy for pillararene based active targeted drug delivery systems
Authors: Lu Bing , Xia Jiachen , Huang Yuying , Yao Yong
Published: September 2023

This feature article comprehensively summaries three present design strategies for pillararene based active targeted DDSs, and evaluates their performance in tumor therapy application, respective strengths and weaknesses.
Target-mediated rolling circle transcription coupling with CRISPR/Cas12a-Cas13a for simultaneous detection of HPV16 and HPV18
Authors: Zhou Shiying , Zhu Shuyu , Huang Zhen , Chen Jian , Li Jiawei , Yang Mei , Jin Liang , Huo Danqun , Hou Changjun
Published: September 2023

Simultaneous detection of multiple targets can provide important data support for clinical diagnosis and treatment.
DFT and ab initio molecular dynamics simulation study of the infrared spectrum of the protic ionic liquid 2-hydroxyethylammonium formate
Authors: Paschoal Vitor Hugo , Ribeiro Mauro C. C.
Published: September 2023

The complex vibrational spectra of protic ionic liquids can be better understood by combining DFT and AIMD simulations.
A simple equation to determine the shell thicknesses of core–shell nanoparticles based on XPS data of their elemental composition
Authors: Kozakov Alexey T. , Skriabin Anton A. , Kumar Niranjan
Published: September 2023

A simple analytical expression is obtained relating the radius of the core, the thickness of the shell of nanoparticles, and the intensities of X-ray photoelectron lines from the core and shell, recorded during one experiment.
Solvation of cationic copper clusters in molecular hydrogen
Authors: Lushchikova O. V. , Reichegger J. , Kollotzek S. , Zappa F. , Mahmoodi-Darian M. , Bartolomei M. , Campos-Martínez J. , González-Lezana T. , Pirani F. , Scheier P.
Published: September 2023

We underscore a solid agreement between experimental and computational studies on solvation of pristine/protonated Cun+ (n = 1–2) in H2. For instance, with n = 1, the initial shell comprises four covalently bound H2; subsequent ones are non-covalent.
Carbon dioxide sequestration in natural gas hydrates – effect of flue and noble gases
Authors: Sharma Manju , Singh Satyam
Published: September 2023

Clean energy is one of the immediate requirements all over the world to tackle the global energy demands.
Novel nitrogen-rich lanthanum nitrides induced by the ligand effect under pressure
Authors: Jin Bo , Liu Yuanyuan , Yao Zhen , Liu Shuang , Wang Peng
Published: September 2023

Unique tri-coordinated atoms with alternate sp2 and sp3 hybridizations are formed in the N18 ring of LaN8. The ligand effect of the introduced La atom on the N10 cage induces the structural evolution from I4̄3m-N10 to Imm2-LaN10.
Sandwich-type N-C@CoTe2@C anode: a stress-buffer nanostructure for stable sodium-ion storage
Authors: Wang Lixiang , Hu Yahua , Lim Khak Ho , Zhang Wei
Published: September 2023

A sandwich-structured electrode of dual-type carbon-confined CoTe2 nanocrystals was fabricated by using a biopolymer-cellulose template, enabling highly efficient and ultra-stable Na+ storage.
K5[B3O3F4(OH)]2(NO3): the first hydroxyfluorooxoborate-nitrate with a short ultraviolet cutoff edge and large birefringence
Authors: Zhang Luyong , Wang Shibin , Zhang Fangfang , Yang Zhihua , Hou Xueling
Published: September 2023

The first hydroxyfluorooxoborate-nitrate, K5[B3O3F4(OH)]2(NO3), with a short ultraviolet cutoff edge and large birefringence was synthesized via the solution evaporation method.
Influence of framework disordering on the luminescence performance of Cr3+-doped near-infrared phosphors: a case study of A3B6O14-type hosts
Authors: Feng Jiahao , Xu Shaojian , Fu Ruijing , Guo Yue , Zeng Qingguang , Wen Dawei
Published: September 2023

Enhancing the degree of framework ordering significantly improves the luminescence efficiency and thermal stability of inorganic near-infrared phosphors.
Gauging ambiphilicity of pseudo-halidesviaberyllium-trispyrazolylborato compounds
Authors: Berthold Chantsalmaa , Müller Matthias , Ivlev Sergei I. , Andrada Diego M. , Buchner Magnus R.
Published: September 2023

We use a series of trispyrazolylborato beryllium pseudo-halido complexes to explore the origins of the preferred isomers. A combination of experimental work together with quantum chemistry enabled an in-depth understanding of the bonding modes.
Analysis of bipolar membranes for electrochemical CO2capture from air and oceanwater
Authors: Bui Justin C. , Lucas Éowyn , Lees Eric W. , Liu Andrew K. , Atwater Harry A. , Xiang Chengxiang , Bell Alexis T. , Weber Adam Z.
Published: September 2023

Continuum modeling elucidates non-equilibrium behavior in bipolar membranes (BPMs) used for carbon capture. The model resolves contributions to applied voltage, identifying CO2bubble removal and water dissociation catalysis as the dominant energy losses.
Aqueous all-manganese batteries
Authors: Wang Mingming , Meng Yahan , Xu Yan , Chen Na , Chuai Mingyan , Yuan Yuan , Sun Jifei , Liu Zaichun , Zheng Xinhua , Zhang Ziqi , Li Dongjun , Chen Wei
Published: September 2023

A SeO2-additive electrolyte is developed to achieve a proof-of-concept aqueous all-manganese battery, which shows MnO2/Mn2+ reactions at the cathode and Mn/Mn2+ chemistries at the anode with a theoretical potential of 2.42 V.
Wide-temperature-range operation of lithium-metal batteries using partially and weakly solvating liquid electrolytes
Authors: Kim Saehun , Lee Jeong-A , Lee Tae Kyung , Baek Kyungeun , Kim Juyoung , Kim Boguen , Byun Jeong Hwan , Lee Hyun-Wook , Kang Seok Ju , Choi Ji-Ae , Lee So-Young , Choi Moon-Hyung , Lee Jong-Hyun , Choi Nam-Soon
Published: September 2023

With the aid of electrolyte additives, a partially and weakly solvating electrolyte which is acquired by controlling the local environment of the electrolyte qualifies the stable cycling of LMBs at high voltages over a wide temperature range.
Understanding the reaction mechanisms of nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NADH) with lithium cobalt oxide and other metal oxide nanomaterials
Authors: Kruszynski Earl Catherine E. , Henke Austin H. , Laudadio Elizabeth D. , Hamers Robert J.
Published: September 2023

Biomolecules that have both redox capability and phosphate functionality undergo direct surface initiated redox with high-valent metal oxide nanoparticles, oxidizing the molecule and increasing Co release from the nanoparticles.
Investigation of magnetite–Co interactions: from environmentally relevant trace Co levels to core–shell Fe3O4@Co(OH)2 nanoparticles with magnetic applications
Authors: Fablet Laura , Choueikani Fadi , Pédrot Mathieu , Kerdiles Margaux , Pasturel Mathieu , Marsac Rémi
Published: September 2023

Three different Co(ii) species are identified at the surface of stoichiometric magnetite (Fe(ii)/Fe(iii) = 0.5) by experiments, modeling, X-ray absorption spectroscopy, and X-ray magnetic circular dichroism. This affects the fate of Co, and the magnetic properties of the nanoparticles.
Efficient Fe3O4 nanoparticle catalysts for depolymerization of polyethylene terephthalate
Authors: Jo Yoonjeong , Kim Eun Jeong , Kim Jueun , An Kwangjin
Published: September 2023

Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) can be recovered as high-purity bis(2-hydroxyethyl terephthalate) (BHET) monomer by glycolysis in the presence of Fe3O4 nanoparticles (NPs). After removing metallic impurities, BHET can be used to producing r-PET.
Modulation of interfacial electronic structure in Ni3P/NiFe LDH p–n junction for efficient oxygen evolution at ampere-level current density
Authors: Zhang Xiaochen , Xue Hui , Sun Jing , Guo Niankun , Song Tianshan , Sun Jiawen , Hao Yi-Ru , Wang Qin
Published: September 2023

Herein, a Ni3P/NiFe LDH heterostructure is synthesized with remarkable OER activity, and the current density of 1.4 A cm−2 can be achieved with only 304 mV in 1 M KOH.
Acoustofluidics for simultaneous droplet transport and centrifugation facilitating ultrasensitive biomarker detection
Authors: Qian Jingui , Lan Huaize , Huang Liang , Zheng Shaohui , Hu Xuefeng , Chen Minghui , Lee Joshua E.-Y. , Zhang Wei
Published: September 2023

An orthogonal tunable acoustic tweezer enables simultaneous droplet transport and centrifugation facilitating ultrasensitive miRNA biomarker detection.
Hierarchical Fermat helix-structured electrochemical sensing fibers enable sweat capture and multi-biomarker monitoring
Authors: Tian Hang , Wang Lichao , Yang Weifeng , Li Kerui , Zhang Qinghong , Li Yaogang , Wang Hongzhi , Hou Chengyi
Published: September 2023

A smart clothing system based on electrochemical sensing fibers that can effectively capture sweat and monitor multiple physiological markers.
Realizing avalanche criticality in neuromorphic networks on a 2D hBN platform
Authors: Rao Ankit , Sanjay Sooraj , Dey Vivek , Ahmadi Majid , Yadav Pramod , Venugopalrao Anirudh , Bhat Navakanta , Kooi Bart , Raghavan Srinivasan , Nukala Pavan
Published: September 2023

Dual state stochastic spiking with avalanche criticality in a Ag-hBN system.
Prediction of future breakthroughs in materials synthesis and manufacturing techniques: a new perspective of synthesis dynamics theory
Authors: Meng Zeshuo , Xu Zijin , Du Zhengyan , Deng Ting , Wang Dong , Zeng Yi , Yu Shansheng , Hu Xiaoying , Tian Hongwei
Published: September 2023

This paper presents the derivation of the general form of the diffusion flux-driving force equation and establishes a synthetic kinetic theory. Based on it, three important directions for future material manufacturing breakthroughs are proposed.
A high activity mesoporous Pt@KIT-6 nanocomposite for selective hydrogenation of halogenated nitroarenes in a continuous-flow microreactor
Authors: Chai Kejie , Yang Xilin , Shen Runqiu , Chen Jianli , Su Weike , Su An
Published: September 2023

Continuous-flow hydrogenation of halogenated nitroarenes to prepare halogenated arylamines uses a highly active and selective Pt@KIT-6 nanocomposite as catalyst in the microreactor.
Constructing a graphene-like structure to lower friction sensitivity: Ag(i) complexes based on furan-2,5-dicarbohydrazide
Authors: Zhang Chao , Wang Ting-wei , Lu Zu-jia , Yi Zhen-xin , Kuang Bao-long , Xie Zhi-ming , Li Yan , Zhang Jian-guo
Published: September 2023

Using furan-2,5-dicarbohydrazide (FDCA) as a ligand, we prepared [Ag(FDCA)(ClO4)]n (ECP-1) with a graphene-like structure, which successfully shows a low friction sensitivity (FS = 84 N), in sharp contrast with its high impact sensitivity (IS = 4 J).
The fate of the organic phase beyond third phase formation
Authors: Parvathy N. , Mishra Satyabrata , Venkatesan K. A.
Published: September 2023

Since the reverse micellar aggregation is responsible for an undesirable third phase formation in a solvent extraction procedure, the fate of organic phase before and after third phase formation has been probed by DLS and FTIR spectroscopic techniques to unveil the insights.
Etching-assisted synthesis of Ni/Ni single atom anchored porous graphitic nanocarbon for improved hydrogen evolution reaction
Authors: Feng Liangliang , Li Yuhang , Fu Changle , Li Dongming , Huang Jianfeng , Yin Hongyan , Cao Liyun , He Danyang
Published: September 2023

A novel Ni/Ni single atom anchored porous graphitic nanocarbon exhibited remarkable electrocatalytic performance for hydrogen production.
Synthesis of mint leaf extract and mint-leaf-based NiO nanoparticles, coating of extract layers without and with NiO nanoparticles on copper through drop-casting, and their analysis for the corrosion prevention in saline water
Authors: Rai Shivam , Ji Gopal
Published: September 2023

Synthesis of chloroform extract of mint leaves, coating of the extract on copper via drop casting, addition of NiO nanoparticles to the extract, and investigation of the corrosion behaviors of the coated copper specimens in 0.5 M NaCl.
Carbon dots with high quantum yields used for Fe3+ detection, information encryption and anti-counterfeiting
Authors: Zhang Daohan , Liu Lei , Li Chunyan
Published: September 2023

We prepared nitrogen doped blue carbon dots (B-CDs) and applied it in detection of Fe3+ and information encryption and anti-counterfeiting.
The H-D-isotope effect of heavy water affecting ligand-mediated nanoparticle formation in SANS and NMR experiments
Authors: Krauss Sebastian W. , Eckardt Mirco , Will Johannes , Spiecker Erdmann , Siegel Renée , Dulle Martin , Schweins Ralf , Pauw Brian , Senker Jürgen , Zobel Mirijam
Published: September 2023

Changing from H2O to D2O in CdS nanoparticle formation creates an isotopic effect impacting particle formation. SANS and NMR reveal different complex building constants with the EDTA ligand and how these affect colloidal stability too.
Potential of AlP and GaN as barriers in magnetic tunnel junctions
Authors: Shukla Gokaran , Abdullah Hasan M. , Schwingenschlögl Udo
Published: September 2023

AlP and GaN are wide band gap semiconductors used industrially in light emitting diodes. We investigate their potential as tunnel barriers in magnetic tunnel junctions.
Accelerating corrosion of iron foam enables a bifunctional catalyst for overall water splitting
Authors: Liu Yunhua , Mao Jianfei , Yuan Yujie , Huang Hongsheng , Ma Xianguo , Li Xiaoqin , Jin Zhaoyu
Published: September 2023

A bifunctional NiFe nanoparticle-modified layered double hydroxide nanosheet electrocatalyst was fabricated using a facile NH4Cl-assisted corrosion strategy at room temperature for highly efficient overall water splitting.
DCID-mediated esterification of carboxylic acids with alcohols under mild conditions
Authors: Nasiri Farzaneh , Mokhtari Javad , Taheri Salman , Mirjafary Zohreh
Published: September 2023

DCID (Dichloroimidazolidinedione) 2 is used as a novel coupling reagent for the esterification of carboxylic acids with alcohols at room temperature.
Design, green synthesis, and quorum sensing quenching potential of novel 2-oxo-pyridines containing a thiophene/furan scaffold and targeting a LasR gene on P. aeruginosa
Authors: Ammar Yousry A. , Ragab Ahmed , Migahed M. A. , Al-Sharbasy S. , Salem Mohamed A. , Riad Omnia Karem M. , Selim Heba Mohammed Refat M. , Abd-elmaksoud Gehad A. , Abusaif Moustafa S.
Published: September 2023

New 2-oxo-pyridines containing thiophene/furan scaffold targeting LasR gene on P. aeruginosa using green synthesis approach.
Gap-enhanced gold nanodumbbells with single-particle surface-enhanced Raman scattering sensitivity
Authors: Cheng Ran , Jia Danchen , Du Zhiyi , Cheng Ji-Xin , Yang Chen
Published: September 2023

Gap-enhanced gold nanodumbbells present single-particle SERS sensitivity with an acquisition time as fast as 0.1 s per spectrum.
Synthesis and photochemical modification of monolayer thin MOF flakes for incorporation in defect free polymer composites
Authors: Hindricks Karen D. J. , Erdmann Jessica , Marten Celine , Herrmann Timo , Behrens Peter , Schaate Andreas
Published: September 2023

Monolayer thin flakes of a photoreactive Zr-based MOF with benzophenone linker molecules are synthesized. Subsequent photochemical modification allows the incorporation into defect-free polymer composites showing preferred adsorption of CO2 over CH4.
Investigating the hepatoprotective potentiality of marine-derived steroids as promising inhibitors of liver fibrosis
Authors: Tammam Mohamed A. , Pereira Florbela , Aly Omnia , Sebak Mohamed , Diab Yasser M. , Mahdy Aldoushy , El-Demerdash Amr
Published: September 2023

The present study investigates multiple interactions of a series of marine steroids with glutathione-S-transferase (GST) and Cu–Zn human superoxide dismutase (Cu–ZnSOD) enzymes, in order to reveal insights into the process of hepatoprotection.
Multicomponent reaction (MCR) for constructing bis-spirocyclohexane skeletons using β-nitrostyrene derived MBH acetates, 1,3-indanedione and aldehydes via [1 + 1 + 1 + 3] annulation
Authors: Gudise Veera Babu , Anwar Shaik
Published: September 2023

AB2C type four component quadruple cascade reaction between MBH acetate, 1,3-indanedione and aldehydes via [1 + 1 + 1 + 3] annulation progressed through Knoevenagel/Michael/Michael/Michael sequence for the synthesis of bis-spirocyclohexane.
Pd nanoparticles decorated ultrathin 2D metal–organic framework nanosheets with enhanced peroxidase–mimic activity and colorimetric assay of glucose
Authors: Shen Ying , Wu Hongyuan , Luo Xia , Zhang Haizhi , Cheng Liming
Published: September 2023

A novel nanozyme based on 2D Pd@Cu-TCPP(Fe) hybrid nanosheets was proposed, and colorimetric determination of glucose in human cerebrospinal fluids was achieved by the cascade reaction between glucose oxidase (GOx) and Pd@Cu-TCPP(Fe).
Design and synthesis of unnatural coordination glycopolymer particles (CGPs): unleashing the potential of catechol-saccharide derivatives
Authors: Bideplán-Moyano Celina , Lo Fiego Marcos J. , Calmels Juan José , Alonso Belén , Radivoy Gabriel , Ruiz-Molina Daniel , Mancebo-Aracil Juan , Nador Fabiana
Published: September 2023

Expanding catechol–saccharide compounds: synthesis with chelating properties and recognition capabilities, generating Coordination Glycopolymer Particles (CGPs) for stable and well-dispersed biological assays.
Accessing unusual heterocycles: ring expansion of benzoborirenes by formal cycloaddition reactions
Authors: Sindlinger Marvin , Ströbele Markus , Grunenberg Jörg , Bettinger Holger F.
Published: September 2023

A kinetically stabilized benzoborirene releases its strain by ring enlargement reactions with multiply bonded small molecules by (2 + 2) or (2 + 1) reactions.
Main group metal-mediated strategies for C–H and C–F bond activation and functionalisation of fluoroarenes
Authors: R. Judge Neil , Logallo Alessandra , Hevia Eva
Published: September 2023

This Perspective showcases recent advances on the use of specially designed main-group metal complexes to facilitate chemoselective C–H/C–F functionalisation of fluoroarenes.
Ionomer degradation in catalyst layers of anion exchange membrane fuel cells
Authors: Li Qihao , Hu Meixue , Ge Chuangxin , Yang Yao , Xiao Li , Zhuang Lin , Abruña Héctor D.
Published: September 2023

The cation degradation of ionomers in the catalyst layer in anion exchange membrane fuel cells (AEMFCs) was found to be much more severe than that of the membrane, addressing the effect of electrochemical environments on cation degradation.
High-voltage lithium-metal batteries enabled by ethylene glycol bis(propionitrile) ether-LiNO3 synergetic additives
Authors: Li Shaopeng , Huang Kangsheng , Wu Langyuan , Xiao Dewei , Long Jiang , Wang Chenhui , Dou Hui , Chen Pu , Zhang Xiaogang
Published: September 2023

This study employs C8H12N2O2–LiNO3 additive in lithium metal batteries. The modified electrolyte shows potential for improving battery performance under anode free and high voltage conditions.
Self-powered sensor for monitoring wind vibration on transmission lines based on an electromagnetic-triboelectric hybrid generator
Authors: Zhao Jing , Han Linchong , Xu Zhibo , Zhang Yi , Li Xinrui , Pei Yajing , Zheng Ruifang , Yu Xin , Jiang Changhong
Published: September 2023

A wind monitoring-electromagnetic-triboelectric hybrid generator (WM-ETHG) was designed to monitor wind vibration on transmission lines.
Finite elasticity of the vertex model and its role in rigidity of curved cellular tissues
Authors: Hernandez Arthur , Staddon Michael F. , Moshe Michael , Marchetti M. Cristina
Published: September 2023

Using a mean field approach and simulations, we study the non-linear mechanical response of the vertex model (VM) of biological tissue to compression and dilation.
Lithium-preserved sintering method for perovskite-based solid electrolyte thin films via flash light sintering for all-solid-state lithium-ion batteries
Authors: Kim Sunmin , Lee Hojae , Park Junghum , Ku Miju , Kim Minji , Kim Young-Beom
Published: September 2023

A novel rapid sintering method, namely flash-light sintering, was applied as a post-treatment for spin-coated lithium lanthanum titanate thin films to prevent lithium evaporation and obtain fully dense thin films with perovskite structures.
Solvent-free preparation of imine vitrimers: leveraging benzoxazine crosslinking for melt processability and tunable mechanical performance
Authors: Hamernik Levi J. , Guzman William , Wiggins Jeffrey S.
Published: September 2023

Orthogonal benzoxazine crosslinking enables the solvent-free preparation of dynamic imine vitrimers with tailorable thermomechanical performance, efficient reprocessability, and chemical degradation.
Correction: Converting benzene into γ-graphyne and its enhanced electrochemical oxygen evolution performance
Authors: Li Qiaodan , Yang Chaofan , Wu Lulu , Wang Hui , Cui Xiaoli
Published: September 2023

Correction for ‘Converting benzene into γ-graphyne and its enhanced electrochemical oxygen evolution performance’ by Qiaodan Li et al., J. Mater. Chem. A, 2019, 7, 5981–5990, https://doi.org/10.1039/C8TA10317H.
Insights into the capture mechanism of CO2 by diamine-appended Mg2(dobpdc): a combined DFT and microkinetic modeling study
Authors: Lin Kuan-Yu , Xie Zhong-Ming , Hong Lu-Sheng , Jiang Jyh-Chiang
Published: September 2023

The mechanism of CO2 adsorption in mmen-Mg2 (dobpdc) MOF was systematically investigated and revealed novel insight into the development of diamine-functionalized MOF for CO2 capture.
Effect of interfacial SiO2 layer thickness on the memory performances in the HfAlOx-based ferroelectric tunnel junction for a neuromorphic system
Authors: Park Yongjin , Kim Jihyung , Kim Sunghun , Kim Dahye , Shim Wonbo , Kim Sungjun
Published: September 2023

In recent years, research on ferroelectric materials based on hafnium oxide has increased because of promising advantages such as fast operating speeds and CMOS process compatibility.
Activating the (101) facets of Cu2WS4 in the CdS/Cu2WS4 S-scheme heterojunction to enhance the photocatalytic hydrogen evolution activity
Authors: Wang Tian , Jin Zhiliang
Published: September 2023

Due to the synergistic effect of (101) crystal surface activation and S-scheme heterojunction, the CdS/Cu2WS4 heterojunction exhibits surprisingly high hydrogen evolution activity.
Solvatochromic and aggregation-induced emission active nitrophenyl-substituted pyrrolidinone-fused-1,2-azaborine with a pre-twisted molecular geometry
Authors: Campbell Albert D. , Ellis Kaia , Gordon Lyric K. , Riley Janiyah E. , Le VuongVy , Hollister Kimberly K. , Ajagbe Stephen O. , Gozem Samer , Hughley Robert B. , Boswell Adeline M. , Adjei-sah Ophelia , Baruah Prioska D. , Malone Ra’Nya , Whitt Logan M. , Gilliard Robert J. , Saint-Louis Carl Jacky
Published: September 2023

First reported observation of aggregation-induced emission and solvatochromism in a polycyclic donor–acceptor fluorophore with a BN-substitution.
Nanoencapsulation of oral‐pharmaceutical lactoferrin using chitosan and the evaluation of stability against trypsin and pepsin and its antibacterial effect
Authors: Hedyeloo Farzaneh , Moradian Fatemeh , Rostami Mehran
Published: September 2023

Lactoferrin (Lf) is an oral‐pharmaceutical protein with a variety of biological activities that have attracted the attention of scientists today. In this study, Lf was nano‐encapsulated in chitosan biopolymer by ion gelation method with a concentration of 2.5 mg/ml of chitosan and 0.2 and 0.5 mg/ml of Lf and some physicochemical properties were evaluated using zeta potential, DLS, AFM, and SEM. Also, its stability against digestive enzymes such as pepsin and trypsin and its antibacterial effect compare to Lf on Escherichia coli were investigated. The result showed that the mean size of nano‐encapsulated lactoferrin (NE‐Lf) was 129.6 and 654.6 nm as well as zeta potential, +3.6 and −2.3 mV for 0.2 and 0.5 mg/ml Lf, respectively. SEM and AFM image analysis of NE‐Lf showed uniform surfaces, cubic, and homogeneous in shape, as well asdispersion stability of the nanoparticles. NE‐Lf had greater stability against the digestion of pepsin and trypsin than Lf. The efficiency of Lf encapsulation in chitosan was 75%. Both NE‐Lf and Lf showed that they were able to reduce the growth of E. coli in a dose‐dependent manner. EN‐Lf was prepared in a simpler way and in lower concentrations of chitosan and Lf than previous methods.
NGMA‐based intergrated communication and computing for 6G‐enabled cognitive radio networks
Authors: Liang Wei , Zhang Jiankang , Wang Dawei , Li Lixin , Ng Soon Xin
Published: September 2023

According to the urgent low latency and the heavy computation tasks demands required for sixth‐generation (6G) wireless networks, the authors introduce the conventional resource allocation algorithms, including the game theory, artificial‐intelligence (AI) methods, and matching theory enabled framework, in which the multi‐access edge computing (MEC) scheme collaborative with the cloud platform to serve the primary users (PUs) and cognitive users (CUs) for next generation multiple access (NGMA). The proposed framework allows both the PUs and CUs to offload their computation tasks in a 6G‐enabled cognitive radio (CR) networks, so called cloud‐assisted CR‐MEC networks. In particular, the fundamentals of this conceived networks based on NGMA are first introduced. Hence, a number of methods based on the resource allocation algorithms are proposed in order to improve the quality of service for the mobile users, and reduce their transmission latency as well as the energy consumptions. Moreover, the motivations, challenges, and representative models for these conventional algorithms are described for integrated‐intelligent communication and computing aided NGMA networks. Furthermore, the open issues and future research directions for this conceived networks are summarised.
The role of art in smart cities research and making
Authors: Mostafa Hatem F. A. Faten
Published: September 2023

This article promotes the role and importance of art in the research and making of smart cities. To elucidate the potential of using relational artworks for a more vibrant interaction in the city as well as various visuals in knowledge production and/or implications of overlooking them, a case study of Milton Keynes is presented in the article. Visual comparisons and analysis contributed to making the argument clearer by reflecting on the situation on the ground. Qualitative methods have been used for data collection and analysis, which included interviews, document analysis and on‐field observations. The findings were presented under three main sections: Innovation in knowledge production, vocabulary and design, and art in Milton Keynes and Milton Keynes in art. The themes are used to clearly discuss the need for innovative methods in knowledge production and cities making while explaining the benefits of integrating art with science. By reflecting on the benefits of accommodating the need for effective communication, higher engagement and fulfilling experience in research and design of cities, the powers of visual and relational art are unpacked throughout the article. Thus, the role of art is introduced to be beyond that of decoration to help facilitate cities development and production.
Prioritizing protection communication in a 5G slice: Evaluating HTB traffic shaping and UL bitrate adaptation for enhanced reliability
Authors: Raussi Petra , Kokkoniemi‐Tarkkanen Heli , Ahola Kimmo , Heikkinen Antti , Uitto Mikko
Published: September 2023

5G network slicing is promising in prioritizing time‐critical protection communication in wireless networks of smart grids. However, network slicing offered by telecommunication providers encompasses all smart grid applications, lacking granularity. Smart grid automation standards provide recommendations on prioritization of protection communication to improve reliability but only for wired connections. Therefore, this paper investigates hierarchical token bucket (HTB) traffic shaping and uplink (UL) bitrate adaptation of a live video stream for prioritizing protection communication within a 5G slice. An experimental setup combines controller‐hardware‐in‐the‐loop (CHIL) with a quality of service (QoS) measurement system for validation. The system under test consists of commercial 5G networks, intelligent electronic devices (IEDs), and merging units for validation with three smart grid applications: fault location, line differential, and intertrip protection. HTB traffic shaping improves protected faults by 47.57% in congested and 1.16% in non‐congested scenarios. UL bitrate of the video stream adaptation by 2 Mbps increases protected faults by 3.69%. HTB traffic shaping even improves prioritization with a wired connection without introducing additional delays. HTB traffic shaping must be deployed in routers to maintain good QoS for critical applications. Collaboration between utilities and telecommunication providers is essential to effectively deploy 5G network slicing on smart grids.