bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Biocompatible CuS-based nanoplatforms for efficient photothermal therapy and chemotherapy in vivo
Authors: Peng Shuwen , He Yuanyuan , Er Murat , Sheng Yuanzhi , Gu Yueqing , Chen Haiyan
Published: January 2017

Biocompatible mesoporous silica coated CuS combined with DOX for efficient photothermal therapy and chemotherapy in vivo.
Semi-Dirac semimetal in silicene oxide
Authors: Zhong Chengyong , Chen Yuanping , Xie Yuee , Sun Yi-Yang , Zhang Shengbai
Published: January 2017

Silicene upon covalent addition of group-VI elements and strain engineering could exhibit semi-Dirac cones at the Brillouin zone center.
Not an exception to the rule: the functional significance of intrinsically disordered protein regions in enzymes
Authors: DeForte Shelly , Uversky Vladimir N.
Published: January 2017

Analysis of the PDB and 66 proteomes revealed that disordered regions in enzymes occur at similar lengths and frequencies as in non-enzymes.
Monoaminophosphorylated pillar[5]arenes as hosts for alkaneamines
Authors: Nazarova A. A. , Yakimova L. S. , Klochkov V. V. , Stoikov I. I.
Published: January 2017

New synthesized aminophosphonated pillar[5]arenes form host–guest complexes with aliphatic amines contrary to monoamine macrocycles that tend to self-assemble.
Encapsulation of an iridium complex in a metal–organic framework to give a composite with efficient white light emission
Authors: Xie Wei , Qin Jun-Sheng , He Wen-Wen , Shao Kui-Zhan , Su Zhong-Min , Du Dong-Ying , Li Shun-Li , Lan Ya-Qian
Published: January 2017

A blue-emitting MOF served as a host for encapsulating yellow-emitting iridium complex to obtain white light and was used in WLEDs.
Hydrophilic PAN based carbon nanofibres with improved graphitic structure and enhanced mechanical performance using ethylenediamine functionalized graphene
Authors: Li Zhenyu , Zabihi Omid , Wang Jinfeng , Li Quanxiang , Wang Jiemin , Lei Weiwei , Naebe Minoo
Published: January 2017

Polyacrylonitrile (PAN) reinforced with nano-carbons such as graphene (Gr) and carbon nanotubes (CNTs) provides great opportunity for the development of low-cost and high-performance carbon materials.
Silica nanoparticles–nylon 6 composites: synthesis, characterization and potential use as sorbent
Authors: Reyes-Gallardo E. M. , Lucena R. , Cárdenas S.
Published: January 2017

Silica nanoparticle–nylon 6 composites are successfully synthesized following a simple and rapid procedure. After their characterization, the composites were evaluated as sorbents under a dispersive solid phase microextraction format.
Fabrication of the reduced preoxidized graphene-based nanofiltration membranes with tunable porosity and good performance
Authors: Chang Yanhong , Shen Yudi , Kong Debin , Ning Jing , Xiao Zhichang , Liang Jiaxu , Zhi Linjie
Published: January 2017

The reduced preoxidized graphene membranes with in-plane porosity were prepared for studying the specific porosity changing with the water flux.
Enhanced seed germination and plant growth by atmospheric pressure cold air plasma: combined effect of seed and water treatment
Authors: Sivachandiran L. , Khacef A.
Published: January 2017

Seed germination and plants growth are significantly improvement by combining plasma activated water and plasma treated seeds.
Development and multi-use applications of dengue NS1 monoclonal antibody for early diagnosis
Authors: Kathiresan E. , Paramasivan R. , Thenmozhi V. , Das Aparup , Dhananjeyan K. J. , Sankar S. Gowri , Jerald Leo S. Victor , Rathnapraba S. , Vennison S. John
Published: January 2017

Swift and early diagnosis of dengue is important for case management and epidemiological purpose.
Synthesis, utility and medicinal importance of 1,2- & 1,4-dihydropyridines
Authors: Sharma Vivek K. , Singh Sunil K.
Published: January 2017

The present review aims to describe various methodologies that have been used for the synthesis of 1,2- & 1,4-dihydropyridines (DHPs) and also highlight their medicinal significance.
Using endogenous ligands for direct superparamagnetic nanoparticle cluster-based body fluid exosome separation
Authors: Qi Hongzhao , Jia Huanhuan , Sang Jimeng , Ren Yu , Zhao Jin , Hou Xin , Yuan Xubo
Published: January 2017

Using endogenous ligands to directly separate exosomes from body fluids facilitates the in vivo clinical translation of exosomes.
Post-synthetic ion-exchange process in nanoporous metal–organic frameworks; an effective way for modulating their structures and properties
Authors: Noori Yasamin , Akhbari Kamran
Published: January 2017

In this review paper, we considered all of the reports on the ion-exchange process which occur in the pores of MOFs. A comparison between MOFs before and after-exchange process and their applications were addressed.
Facile one-pot synthesis of magnetic nitrogen-doped porous carbon for high-performance bilirubin removal from BSA-rich solution
Authors: Ma Chun-Fang , Gao Qiang , Zhou Jing , Chen Qi-Xuan , Han Bo , Xia Kai-Sheng , Zhou Cheng-Gang
Published: January 2017

A magnetic nitrogen-doped porous carbon was facilely prepared and exhibited superior adsorption properties for BSA-boned bilirubin.
Elemental composition as a tool for the assessment of type, seasonal variability, and geographical origin of wine and its contribution to daily elemental intake
Authors: Đurđić S. , Pantelić M. , Trifković J. , Vukojević V. , Natić M. , Tešić Ž. , Mutić J.
Published: January 2017

This study was designed to fill a gap, about Serbian wines, analysing 63 wines produced in 4 different regions in Serbia.
Quantum binding energy features of the T3-785 collagen-like triple-helical peptide
Authors: Bezerra Katyanna S. , Oliveira Jonas I. N. , Lima Neto José X. , Albuquerque Eudenilson L. , Caetano Ewerton W. S. , Freire Valder N. , Fulco Umberto L.
Published: January 2017

Structural representation of the T3-785 collagen-like triple-helical peptide depicting the 15 most and fewest energetically significant amino acids.
Structure and photocatalytic activity of a low band gap donor–acceptor–donor (D–A–D) type conjugated polymer: poly(EDOT–pyridazine–EDOT)
Authors: Yang Lei , Jamal Ruxangul , Liu Fangfang , Wang Yujie , Abdiryim Tursun
Published: January 2017

This study presents a new low band gap D–A–D type conjugated polymer: poly(EPE). The photocatalytic activity of poly(EPE) was explored, and a possible photocatalytic degradation mechanism of dyes was proposed.
Preparation and properties of a novel graphene fluoroxide/polyimide nanocomposite film with a low dielectric constant
Authors: Chen Xiao , Huang Haohao , Shu Xia , Liu Shumei , Zhao Jianqing
Published: January 2017

A novel graphene fluoroxide/polyimide nanocomposite film with a low dielectric constant is prepared with excellent mechanical and thermal properties.
Sorption performances of TiO(OH)(H2PO4)·H2O in synthetic and mine waters
Authors: Trublet Mylène , Maslova Marina V. , Rusanova Daniela , Antzutkin Oleg N.
Published: January 2017

The first report on sorption behaviour of a titanium phosphate sorbent containing entirely –H2PO4 groups reveals a high exchange capacity and fast kinetics.
Separation of Cu(ii) from Cd(ii) in sulfate solution using CaCO3 and FeSO4 based on mechanochemical activation
Authors: Li Xuewei , Lei Zhiwu , Qu Jun , Zhou Xiaowen , Li Zhao , Zhang Qiwu
Published: January 2017

Mechanochemical activation of CaCO3 was applied to separate Cu–Cd ions, using FeSO4·7H2O as a selective precipitation agent.
Mori Cortex regulates P-glycoprotein in Caco-2 cells and colons from rats with experimental colitis via direct and gut microbiota-mediated mechanisms
Authors: Jing Wanghui , Gao Xuejiao , Han Beilei , Wei Bin , Hu Nan , Li Sai , Yan Ru , Wang Yitao
Published: January 2017

Mori cortex enhances intestinal epithelial barrier function by up-regulating P-glycoproteinviadirect and gut microbiota-mediated mechanisms.
MnS nanocomposites based on doped graphene: simple synthesis by a wet chemical route and improved electrochemical properties as an electrode material for supercapacitors
Authors: Ramachandran Rajendran , Saranya Murugan , Grace Andrews Nirmala , Wang Fei
Published: January 2017

Nanocomposites of MnS anchored on graphene, nitrogen-doped graphene and boron-doped graphene have been prepared by a simple wet chemical process.
Novel synthesis of dual-suspended architectures between Si-pillars for enhanced photocatalytic performance
Authors: Sun Yu , Chen Rui , Oh Jihyeon , Yoo Bongyoung , Lee Haiwon
Published: January 2017

The dual-suspended architectures, consisting of CNT networks penetrating through cuprous oxides with (quasi-)octahedron structures, are constructed between Si pillars, which show excellent photocatalytic abilities towards MB dye decomposition.
Formulation of concentrated and stable ink of silver nanowires with applications in transparent conductive films
Authors: Chen Chao , Jia Yonggao , Jia Dan , Li Shuxin , Ji Shulin , Ye Changhui
Published: January 2017

Concentrated and long-term stable Ag nanowire ink is formulated to coat transparent conductive films with superior comprehensive performance after simple cleaning.
Guest dependent structure and acetone sensing properties of a 2D Eu3+ coordination polymer
Authors: Zhao Meng , Yao Zhao-Quan , Xu Yue-Ling , Chang Ze , Bu Xian-He
Published: January 2017

A new 2D Eu3+ coordination polymer 1 has been constructed and investigated with its acetone sensing properties. In addition, the desolvated sample 1a reveals enhanced sensing sensitivity compared with that of 1 owing to its flexible structure.
High mechanical strength in Zn4B6O13with an unique sodalite-cage structure
Authors: Yang Yi , Jiang Xingxing , Gong Pifu , Molokeev Maxim S. , Li Xiaodong , Li Yanchun , Wu Xiang , Wu Yicheng , Lin Zheshuai
Published: January 2017

Borate crystal Zn4B6O13exhibits high mechanical strength, originating from the sodalite-cage structure.
Self-assembled PEG–carboxymethylcellulose nanoparticles/α-cyclodextrin hydrogels for injectable and thermosensitive drug delivery
Authors: Dai Lin , Liu Rui , Hu Li-Qiu , Wang Jun-Hui , Si Chuan-Ling
Published: January 2017

Novel cellulose hydrogels based on the inclusion complex between α-cyclodextrin and binary-drug loaded nanoparticles (carboxymethylcellulose–betulinic acid/hydroxycamptothecine nanoparticles) were prepared in aqueous media for the first time.
Reduction of neuronal damage and promotion of locomotor recovery after spinal cord injury by early administration of methylprednisolone: possible involvement of autophagy pathway
Authors: Jin Yichao , Yang Shaofeng , Zhang Xiaohua
Published: January 2017

Interaction between autophagy and apoptosis participates in the neuroprotective effect of methylprednisolone on spinal cord injury.
A wearable piezoelectric bending motion sensor for simultaneous detection of bending curvature and speed
Authors: Chung Sung Yun , Lee Hwa-Jin , Lee Tae Il , Kim Youn Sang
Published: January 2017

A wearable piezoelectric bending motion sensor for simultaneous detection of bending curvature and speed was successfully developed via analysis of bending motions of piezoelectric elements. This bending sensor is applicable to artificial skin.
Layered hybrid phase Li2NaV2(PO4)3/carbon dot nanocomposite cathodes for Li+/Na+ mixed-ion batteries
Authors: Wang Jichao , zhang Xudong , He Wen , Yue Yuanzheng , Wang Yaoyao , Zhang Chuanjiang
Published: January 2017

Hybrid phase Li2NaV2(PO4)3 (H-LNVP) is one of the most promising cathode materials for Li+/Na+ mixed-ion batteries.
A novel 5-FU/rGO/Bce hybrid hydrogel shell on a tumor cell: one-step synthesis and synergistic chemo/photo-thermal/photodynamic effect
Authors: Yang Ying , Zhu Lin , Xia Feng , Gong Baoyou , Xie Anjian , Li Shikuo , Huang Fangzhi , Wang Shaohua , Shen Yuhua , Weaver David T.
Published: January 2017

A novel drug-loaded inorganic nanoparticle–biomolecule hybrid hydrogel shell on tumor cells was firstly prepared.
Readily switchable one-pot 5-exo-dig cyclization using a palladium catalyst
Authors: Mali Jaishree K. , Takale Balaram S. , Telvekar Vikas. N.
Published: January 2017

A convenient, ligand-free, Pd(OAc)2-catalyzed one-pot reaction has been developed for the synthesis of oxazolines and oxazoles from easily available acid chlorides and propargylamine.
Template-free synthesis of hierarchical hollow V2O5 microspheres with highly stable lithium storage capacity
Authors: Li Hangkong , Wang Jiexi , Liu Xiang , Sun Qian , Djurišić Aleksandra B. , Xie Maohai , Mei Ying , Tang Chuyang Y. , Shih Kaimin
Published: January 2017

Hierarchical hollow V2O5 microspheres synthesized by a facile solvothermal method and subsequent calcination exhibit excellent cycling performance.
Antimicrobial organic–inorganic composite membranes including sepiolite-supported nanometals
Authors: Díez Berta , Santiago-Morales Javier , Martínez-Bueno María Jesús , Fernández-Alba Amadeo R. , Rosal Roberto
Published: January 2017

In this study, composite polysulfone–polyvinylpyrrolidone (PSU–PVP) membranes were prepared using silver and copper loaded sepiolite as a filler.
Preparation of a reactive flame retardant and its finishing on cotton fabrics based on click chemistry
Authors: Xu Lijin , Wang Wei , Yu Dan
Published: January 2017

The non-halogenated organophosphorus flame retardant dimethyl-[1,3,5-(3,5-triacryloylhexahydro)triazinyl]-3-oxopropylphosphonate (DHTP) was synthesized and immobilized on cotton fabrics for a flame retardant finishing using click chemistry.
Preparation of mesoporous SiO2/Bi2O3/TiO2 superhydrophilic thin films and their surface self-cleaning properties
Authors: Bai Zhaogao , Hu Yun , Yan Shuqin , Shan Wenjie , Wei Chaohai
Published: January 2017

Mesoporous SiO2/Bi2O3/TiO2 triple-layered thin films were prepared on glass slides using a simple sol–gel/spin-coating method.
Collector and binder-free high quality graphene film as a high performance anode for lithium-ion batteries
Authors: Jiao LianSheng , Sun Zhonghui , Li HongYan , Li Fenghua , Wu Tongshun , Niu Li
Published: January 2017

Collector and binder-free high quality graphene film has been successfully synthesized by a simple filtration process.
Fabrication of superhydrophobic polycaprolactone/beeswax electrospun membranes for high-efficiency oil/water separation
Authors: C. R. Reshmi , Sundaran Suja P. , A. Juraij , Athiyanathil Sujith
Published: January 2017

A novel superhydrophobic, superoleophilic electrospun nanofibrous membrane of beeswax and polycaprolactone has been fabricated.
Scavenging ability of dendritic PAMAM bridged hindered phenolic antioxidants towards DPPH˙ and ROO˙ free radicals
Authors: Li Cuiqin , Sun Peng , Yu Hongyang , Zhang Na , Wang Jun
Published: January 2017

The intramolecular synergistic effects of two dendritic antioxidants between hindered phenol groups and tertiary amine groups were investigated using the DPPH˙ method and the oxygen uptake method.
Recognition of the key chemical constituents of sewage sludge for biogas production
Authors: Dai Xiaohu , Xu Ying , Lu Yiqing , Dong Bin
Published: January 2017

The easy biodegradable organic matter, non-biodegradable organic matter, metal ions, and micron-sized silica particle and their interactions were the key factors for limiting the biogas production from anaerobic sludge digestion.
Cellular-membrane inspired surface modification of well aligned ZnO nanorods for chemosensing of epinephrine
Authors: Mohsin M. A. , Liu B. D. , Zhang X. L. , Yang W. J. , Liu L. S. , Jiang X.
Published: January 2017

Modified ZnO nanorods array to form a chemical sensor for neurotransmitters. The interspaces between the nanorods offer highly efficient immobilization of the lipid membrane containing the calixarene, which act as receptor molecule.
Fluorescein hydrazone-based supramolecular architectures, molecular recognition, sequential logic operation and cell imaging
Authors: Tripathi Kamini , Rai Abhishek , Yadav Amarish Kumar , Srikrishna Saripella , Kumari Niraj , Mishra Lallan
Published: January 2017

A fluorescein hydrazone (FDNS) displays molecular recognition of multiple ions with its supramolecular architectures. Real sample analysis, cell imaging, paper strip detection and sequential logic operation endows FDNS of great economic significance.
In situ redox deposition of palladium nanoparticles on oxygen-deficient tungsten oxide as efficient hydrogenation catalysts
Authors: Xue Na , Yu Rui-Jin , Yuan Cheng-Zong , Xie Xiao , Jiang Yi-Fan , Zhou Hong-Yan , Cheang Tuck-Yun , Xu An-Wu
Published: January 2017

Palladium nanoparticles grown directly on oxygen-deficient WO3−x surfaces are used as a catalyst for hydrogenation reactions of 4-nitrophenol and styrene.
Controlled synthesis and enhanced luminescence of BiOCl:Eu3+ ultrathin nanosheets
Authors: Guo Yangyang , Zhang Zhijun , Zhu Gangqiang , Zhang Weibin , Yang Woochul
Published: January 2017

BiOCl:Eu3+ ultrathin nanosheets were synthesized through a facile solvothermal method with the assistance of polyvinyl pyrrolidone.
New melilite (Ca,Sr,Ba)4MgAl2Si3O14:Eu2+ phosphor: structural and spectroscopic analysis for application in white LEDs
Authors: Kim Ha Jun , Unithrattil Sanjith , Kim Yoon Hwa , Chung Woon Jin , Im Won Bin
Published: January 2017

Tunable asymmetric broad-band emission ranging from blue to green region of the spectra was obtained.
Reversible control of the magnetization of Fe3O4via lithium ions
Authors: Wei Guodong , Wei Lin , Wang Dong , Tian Yufeng , Chen Yanxue , Yan Shishen , Mei Liangmo , Jiao Jun
Published: January 2017

A stable and reversible modulation of Fe3O4 saturated magnetization by Li ions is demonstrated in this work.
A sensitive non-enzymatic immunosensor composed of silver nanoflowers for squamous cell carcinoma antigen
Authors: Li Yueyun , Zhang Yihe , Han Jian , Chu Paul K. , Feng Jinhui , Dong Yunhui
Published: January 2017

In this work, a sensitive sandwich-type non-enzymatic electrochemical immunosensor for quantitative detection of squamous cell carcinoma antigen (SCCA) is designed and fabricated.
Direct transfer of graphene and application in low-voltage hybrid transistors
Authors: Zhu Huihui , Liu Ao , Shan Fukai , Yang Wenrong , Barrow Colin , Liu Jingquan
Published: January 2017

Scotch tape assisted direct transfer of graphene is presented. Transferred graphene can act as a carrier transport layer in In2O3/graphene/ZrO2transistor.
Fluorescence of ZnO/carbon mixture and application in acid rain detection
Authors: Liu Kai-Kai , Shan Chong-Xin , Liu Hong-Zhen , Lou Qing , Shen De-Zhen
Published: January 2017

ZnO and carbon mixture as dual-emission ratiometric fluorescent sensor of acid rain have been demonstrated.
Biocompatible CdSe/ZnS quantum dot micelles for long-term cell imaging without alteration to the native structure of the blood plasma protein human serum albumin
Authors: Chinnathambi Shanmugavel , Abu Norhidayah , Hanagata Nobutaka
Published: January 2017

Water soluble super paramagnetic CdSe/ZnS QD micelles can be useful for long-term imaging of biological samples.
Diaminodiacid-based synthesis of macrocyclic peptides using 1,2,3-triazole bridges as disulfide bond mimetics
Authors: Guo Ye , Liu Chao , Song Hui , Wang Feng-Liang , Zou Yan , Wu Qiu-Ye , Hu Hong-Gang
Published: January 2017

A new approach for the efficient construction of 1,2,3-triazole bridges as disulfide surrogates in peptides, utilizing the diaminodiacid strategy was established.
OH- and O3-initiated atmospheric degradation of camphene: temperature dependent rate coefficients, product yields and mechanisms
Authors: Gaona-Colmán Elizabeth , Blanco María B. , Barnes Ian , Wiesen Peter , Teruel Mariano A.
Published: January 2017

Gas-phase rate coefficients for the reactions of OH and O3with camphene have been measured over the temperature range 288–311 K using the relative rate method.
Chelation assisted exfoliation of layered borides towards synthesizing boron based nanosheets
Authors: James Asha Liza , Jasuja Kabeer
Published: January 2017

Selective extraction of inter-layer metal atoms by the chelating agent delaminates layered metal borides into boron based nanosheets.
Preparation of cellulose-based fluorescent carbon nanoparticles and their application in trace detection of Pb(ii)
Authors: Yun-fei Zhang , Maimaiti Halidan , Bo Zhang
Published: January 2017

Nanocrystalline cellulose (NCC) with a particle size of 23.80 ± 0.33 nm was prepared from microcrystalline cellulose by a mixed treatment with acids and ultrasound.
Broadband localized electric field enhancement produced by a single-element plasmonic nanoantenna
Authors: Yong Zhengdong , Gong Chensheng , Dong Yongjiang , Zhang Senlin , He Sailing
Published: January 2017

We propose a novel design of a broadband plasmonic nanoantenna, investigate it numerically using finite-difference time-domain methods, and explain its performance using the analysis of charge distribution in addition to a multipole expansion.
Highly recyclable polymer supported ionic liquids as efficient heterogeneous catalysts for batch and flow conversion of CO2 to cyclic carbonates
Authors: Wang Tao , Wang Wenlong , Lyu Yuan , Chen Xingkun , Li Cunyao , Zhang Yan , Song Xiangen , Ding Yunjie
Published: January 2017

A series of cross-linked polymer supported ionic liquids based on quaternary ammonium salts have been prepared using a facile method of radical polymerization.
Emitting-tunable Eu(2+/3+)-doped Ca(8−x)La(2+x) (PO4)6−x(SiO4)xO2 apatite phosphor for n-UV WLEDs with high-color-rendering
Authors: Wei Yi , Jia Hui , Xiao Hui , Shang Meng Meng , Lin Chun Che , Su Chaochin , Chan Ting-Shan , Li Guo Gang , Lin Jun
Published: January 2017

A colorful phosphor [Ca8−xLa2+x(PO4)6−x(SiO4)xO2:Eu2+/Eu3+] was designed by cosubstituting [Ca2+–P5+] for [La3+–Si4+] for pc-WLEDs with a high CRI.
Nitrile functionalized graphene oxide for highly selective sulfonated poly(arylene ether nitrile)-based proton-conducting membranes
Authors: Feng Mengna , Cheng Tao , Huang Xu , Huang Yumin , Liu Xiaobo
Published: January 2017

The incorporation of 4-(3-aminophenoxy)phthalonitrile grafted graphene oxide into SPEN proton-conducting membrane was proved to be an effective way to improve the interfacial interaction and proton conductivity performance.
The concise synthesis and biological evaluation of C-glycosyl chalcone analogues inspired by the natural product aspalathin
Authors: Zhang Tao , Fang Zhijie
Published: January 2017

We described the synthesis and biological evaluation of C-glycosyl chalcone analogues of aspalathin. Results indicate that compound 3c′ is supposed to be the most promising compound with good antioxidant and anticancer abilities.
Identification of 3-amidoquinoline derivatives as PI3K/mTOR dual inhibitors with potential for cancer therapy
Authors: Zhang Jiankang , Ma Xiaodong , Lv Xiaoqing , Li Ming , Zhao Yanmei , Liu Guoqiang , Zhan Shuyu
Published: January 2017

A new series of 3-amidoquinoline derivatives were designed, synthesized and evaluated as PI3K/mTOR dual inhibitors.
Electronic properties of TiO2-based materials characterized by high Ti3+ self-doping and low recombination rate of electron–hole pairs
Authors: Aronne A. , Fantauzzi M. , Imparato C. , Atzei D. , De Stefano L. , D'Errico G. , Sannino F. , Rea I. , Pirozzi D. , Elsener B. , Pernice P. , Rossi A.
Published: January 2017

Ti3+ self-doped black titania is obtained by a simple annealing in air without harsh conditions nor external reducing agents.
Wettability of vertically-oriented graphenes with different intersheet distances
Authors: Shuai Xiaorui , Bo Zheng , Kong Jing , Yan Jianhua , Cen Kefa
Published: January 2017

The dependence of vertically-oriented graphenes' wettability on their surface morphologies is investigated with experiments and numerical simulations.
An alkaline direct oxidation glucose fuel cell using three-dimensional structural Au/Ni-foam as catalytic electrodes
Authors: Chen Jinyao , Zheng Hao , Kang Jian , Yang Feng , Cao Ya , Xiang Ming
Published: January 2017

Glucose is an ideal fuel for fuel cells because it is abundant in nature, renewable, non-toxic and easy to produce.
Plasmon enhanced light absorption in aluminium@Hematite core shell hybrid nanocylinders: the critical role of length
Authors: Encina Ezequiel R. , Passarelli Nicolás , Coronado Eduardo A.
Published: January 2017

The absorbed photon flux in cylindrical α-Fe2O3shells can be enhanced by filling it with an Al core and tailoring its length.
Stereoselective synthesis of 2′-modified nucleosides by using ortho-alkynyl benzoate as a gold(i)-catalyzed removable neighboring participation group
Authors: Ding Haixin , Li Chuang , Zhou Yirong , Hong Sanguo , Zhang Ning , Xiao Qiang
Published: January 2017

ortho-Alkynyl benzoate was developed as a neighboring participation group in stereoselective synthesis of nucleosides, which could be removed using gold(i)-catalysis to afford 2′-OH nucleosides in high yield and selectivity.
Sandwich-structured cathodes with cross-stacked carbon nanotube films as conductive layers for high-performance lithium-ion batteries
Authors: Yan Lingjia , Wang Ke , Luo Shu , Wu Hengcai , Luo Yufeng , Yu Yang , Jiang Kaili , Li Qunqing , Fan Shoushan , Wang Jiaping
Published: January 2017

A simple and feasible strategy of using cross-stacked super-aligned carbon nanotube (SACNT) films as conductive layers to prepare sandwich-structured LiCoO2 cathodes for high-performance lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) is reported.
Ultra-high Seebeck coefficient and low thermal conductivity of a centimeter-sized perovskite single crystal acquired by a modified fast growth method
Authors: Ye Tao , Wang Xizu , Li Xianqiang , Yan Alex Qingyu , Ramakrishna Seeram , Xu Jianwei
Published: January 2017

A centimeter-sized organic–inorganic hybrid lead-based perovskite CH3NH3PbI3(MAPbI3) single crystal was obtained by using a modified fast and inverse-temperature growth method.
Self-powered multifunctional UV and IR photodetector as an artificial electronic eye
Authors: Guo Yinben , Li Yaogang , Zhang Qinghong , Wang Hongzhi
Published: January 2017

The self-powered e-eye can simultaneously or individually detect and distinguish UV and IR illuminations.
Inverted CH3NH3PbI3 perovskite hybrid solar cells with improved flexibility by introducing a polymeric electron conductor
Authors: Heo Jin Hyuck , Jahandar Muhammad , Moon Sang-Jin , Song Chang Eun , Im Sang Hyuk
Published: January 2017

Inverted-type CH3NH3PbI3 flexible perovskite solar cells with improved flexibility were demonstrated by incorporating a polymeric electron transporting material (PNDI-2T) into small molecular electron transporting material (PCBM).
Teaching an old acceptor new tricks: rationally employing 2,1,3-benzothiadiazole as input to design a highly efficient red thermally activated delayed fluorescence emitter
Authors: Ni Fan , Wu Zhongbin , Zhu Zece , Chen Tianheng , Wu Kailong , Zhong Cheng , An Kebin , Wei Danqing , Ma Dongge , Yang Chuluo
Published: January 2017

Benzothiadiazole-based D–A–D structured red TADF emitter results in high-performance OLEDs with a maximum EQE of 8.8% and CIE (0.61, 0.39).
Correction: Transferrable single crystalline 4H-SiC nanomembranes
Authors: Kim Munho , Seo Jung-Hun , Zhao Deyin , Liu Shih-Chia , Kim Kwangeun , Lim Kangmook , Zhou Weidong , Waks Edo , Ma Zhenqiang
Published: January 2017

Correction for ‘Transferrable single crystalline 4H-SiC nanomembranes’ by Munho Kim et al., J. Mater. Chem. C, 2017, 5, 264–268.
Robust interval‐constrained filter
Authors: Yang Yanting , Liang Yan , Xu Linfeng , Qin Yuemei , Yang Yanbo
Published: January 2017

The conventional inequality‐constrained filter needs checking whether each inequality is active or not, where the true but unknown state has to be approximated by its prediction in inequality check, and hence the prediction error unavoidably triggers decision risks and further causes the inequality mis‐utilisation, implying the optimality loss. Here, the authors reformulate the interval constraints as equality constraints via the sine functions. However, the resultant equality constraints contain unknown parameters, i.e. the corresponding angles in the sine functions, and hence cannot be directly dealt within the framework of equality‐constrained filtering. Through maximising the cost function with respect to the initial state, modelling errors, measurements and angles while minimising it with respect to state estimates, the interval‐constrained filter is derived optimally and analytically, and validated via a road target tracking simulation.
Fuzzy logic controlled variable resistor for suppressing GIC in transformers
Authors: Hussein Ahmed Abu , Ali Mohd. Hasan
Published: January 2017

This study proposes a fuzzy logic‐controlled variable resistor to suppress the geomagnetically induced current (GIC) flowing through the neutral of transformers. The performance of the proposed method is compared with that of the currently adopted method, i.e. the fixed‐capacitor method. Simulation results confirm that the proposed method is able to suppress the GIC effectively. In addition, the new technique helps mitigate the zero‐sequence current flowing through the neutral of transformers during any unsymmetrical faults. Moreover, the performance of the proposed method is better than that of the conventional fixed‐capacitor method.
Modified field‐to‐line coupling model for simulating the corona effect on the lightning induced voltages of multi‐conductor transmission lines over a lossy ground
Authors: Liu Xin , Yang Jiawei , Liang Guishu , Wang Litong
Published: January 2017

A modified field‐to‐line coupling model for simulating the corona effect on the lightning induced voltages of the overhead multi‐conductor transmission lines is proposed in this study. Since the model is non‐linear, it is solved in an iterative way combining with the time‐domain finite‐element method and is validated by the measurements of Inoue's experiments. Furthermore, the unconditional stability of the numerical method is theoretically proved. The proposed model is a simplified method according to the method recently proposed by Thang et al., in which finite difference time domain (FDTD) is used to calculate the induced voltages. Compared with FDTD, the proposed model can achieve good efficiency because the transmission line theory is adopted instead of the electromagnetic solution. Both the effects of the corona and the lossy ground on the induced voltage are studied, furthermore, the relationship between the corona effect and the soil conductivity is discussed. The simulation results demonstrate that the corona effect will cause a rise time increase and waveform distortion of the induced voltage, and the magnitudes of induced voltages in the presence of corona discharge are larger than those computed without considering corona.
Design and implementation of hardware‐in‐the‐loop simulation system for testing control and operation of DC microgrid with multiple distributed generation units
Authors: Meng Jianhui , Wang Yi , Wang Chen , Wang Hui
Published: January 2017

Direct current (DC) microgrid is characterised by attractive features such as high efficiency, reduced cost and needless for synchronisation. The control and operation of the DC mirogrid become significantly important with the high penetration of distributed energy resources. Therefore, development of an advanced platform for testing control and operation of the DC microgrid has attracted more and more attention nowadays. This study proposes a hardware‐in‐the‐loop (HIL) simulation system as a new method to develop and test control algorithms and operation strategies for the DC microgrid. The proposed HIL simulation system is composed of a RT‐LAB for real‐time simulation, an actual controller under test, a cRIO for coordination control and the DC microgrid management system for optimal operation. Both the actual controller of key research objects and coordination control with different time scales can be tested in the proposed HIL simulation system. Hence, the platform is designed for flexibility and universality. Moreover, configuration and communication of the HIL simulation system are illustrated in this study. Finally, simulation tests are carried out to show the validation of the proposed HIL simulation platform.
Model predictive control scheme with active damping function for current source rectifiers
Authors: Gao Hang , Wu Bin , Xu David(Dewei) , Pande Manish , Aguilera Ricardo P.
Published: January 2017

This study presents a model predictive control (MPC) with active damping function for current‐source rectifiers (CSRs). Since optimal modulating vector selection process of MPC leads to spread harmonic distribution in pulse‐width‐modulated (PWM) waveform, inductor‐capacitor (LC) resonance can be easily excited. Conventional MPC was designed without the consideration of active damping, since it is for low‐power CSRs with large line resistors physically connected inside the circuit, whereas the proposed scheme achieves active damping function through a specially developed cost function, which realizes active damping function even for high‐power CSRs with lightly damped LC circuit. In comparison with conventional MPC, the advantages of the proposed scheme are three‐fold: first, the proposed scheme is totally based on MPC concept, without conventional linear controller used. Second, with the active damping term added in the developed cost function, active damping effect can be involved into MPC, which extends MPC to high‐power CSRs with lightly damped LC circuit. Last but not least, the proposed scheme is realized in the dq‐axis synchronous frame, which allows the use of simple low‐pass filters instead of complex band‐stop filters to obtain the damping current.
The chemical enrichment of long gamma-ray bursts nurseries up to z = 2
Authors: Vergani S. D. , Palmerio J. , Salvaterra R. , Japelj J. , Mannucci F. , Perley D. A. , D’Avanzo P. , Krühler T. , Puech M. , Boissier S. , Campana S. , Covino S. , Hunt L. K. , Petitjean P. , Tagliaferri G.
Published: January 2017

Aims. We investigate the existence of a metallicity threshold for the production of long gamma-ray bursts (LGRBs).

Methods. We used the host galaxies of the Swift/BAT6 sample of LGRBs. We considered the stellar mass, star formation rate (SFR), and metallicity determined from the host galaxy photometry and spectroscopy up to z = 2 and used them to compare the distribution of host galaxies to that of field galaxies in the mass-metallicity and fundamental metallicity relation plane.

Results. We find that although LGRBs also form in galaxies with relatively large stellar masses, the large majority of host galaxies have metallicities below log (O/H) ~ 8.6. The extension to z = 2 results in a good sampling of stellar masses also above Log(M∗/M⊙) ~ 9.5 and provides evidence that LGRB host galaxies do not follow the fundamental metallicity relation. As shown by the comparison with dedicated numerical simulations of LGRB host galaxy population, these results are naturally explained by the existence of a mild (~0.7 Z⊙) threshold for the LGRB formation. The present statistics does not allow us to discriminate between different shapes of the metallicity cutoff, but the relatively high metallicity threshold found in this work is somewhat in disagreement to most of the standard single-star models for LGRB progenitors.
What Arthroscopic Skills Need to Be Trained Before Continuing Safe Training in the Operating Room?
Authors: Cabitza Federico , Ragone Vincenza , Compagnoni Riccardo , Randelli Pietro , Tuijthof Gabrielle ,   Dutch Arthrocopy Society Teaching Committee
Published: January 2017

The purpose of this study was to generate consensus among experienced surgeons on “what skills a resident should possess before continuing safe training in the operating room (OR).” An online survey of 65 questions was developed and distributed to surgeons in the European community. A total of 216 responded. The survey included 15 questions regarding generic and specific skills; 16 on patient and tissue manipulation, 11 on knowledge of pathology and 6 on inspection of e-anatomical structures; 5 methods to prepare residents; and 12 on specific skills exercises. The importance of each question (arthroscopic skill) was evaluated ranging from 1 (not important at all) to 6 (very important). Chi-square test, respondent agreement, and a qualitative ranking method were determined to identify the top ranked skills (p < 0.05). The top four of general skills considered important were “anatomical knowledge,” “tissue manipulation,” “spatial perception,” and “triangulation” (all chi-square test > 134, p < 0.001, all excellent agreement > 0.85, and all “high priority” level). The top ranked 2 specific arthroscopic skills were “portal placement” and “triangulating the tip of the probe with a 30-degree scope” (chi-square test > 176, p < 0.001, excellent agreement, and assigned high priority). The online survey identified consensus on skills that are considered important for a trainee to possess before continuing training in the OR. Compared with the Canadian colleagues, the European arthroscopy community demonstrated similar ranking.
Structure and properties of sintered MM–Fe–B magnets
Authors: Shang R. X. , Xiong J. F. , Li R. , Zuo W. L. , Zhang J. , Zhao T. Y. , Chen R. J. , Sun J. R. , Shen B. G.
Published: January 2017

MM14Fe79.9B6.1 magnets were prepared by conventional sintering method. The Curie temperature of the sintered MM2Fe14B magnet was about 210 °C. When the sintering temperature increased from 1010 °C to 1030 °C, the density of the magnet increased from 6.85 g/cm3 to 7.52 g/cm3. After the first stage tempering at 900 °C, the (BH)max and Hcj had a slight increase. The maximum value of (BH)max = 7.6 MGOe and Hcj = 1080 Oe was obtained when sintered at 1010 °C and tempering at 900 °C, respectively. The grain size grew very large when the sintering temperature increased to 1050 °C, and the magnetic properties deteriorated rapidly. La reduced by ∼ 7.5 at. % in grains, which is almost equal to the increased percentage of Nd. That is mainly because La-Fe-B is very difficult to form the 2: 14: 1 phase.
An improved Asay window technique for investigating the micro-spall of an explosively-driven tin
Authors: Chen Yongtao , Hong Renkai , Chen Haoyu , Tang Tiegang , Ren Guowu
Published: January 2017

An improved Asay window technique is employed to experimentally investigate the micro-spalling fragments of a melted tin subjected to high explosive loading. Compared to the traditional Asay window, details of the new design are illustrated, through the use of photonic Doppler velocimetry to record high-quality micro-spall signals. The analytical method is established to convert the measured data into the spatial volume density distribution, being in quantitative agreement with that obtained from the x-ray radiograph. This improved non-radiographic technique greatly promotes a wide application in diagnosing the micro-spall.
A simple model of thermoelastic heat switches and heat transistors
Authors: Criado-Sancho M. , Jou D.
Published: January 2017

By combining differences in thermal conductivity and in thermal expansion coefficients of two materials A and B in series, but not physically attached to each other, a thermal switch or a thermal transistor may be achieved, depending on the relative role of near-field contribution to the radiative heat transport across the occasional gap between A and B. Indeed, when the temperature gradient becomes high enough, the contraction of the colder part may be bigger than the expansion of the hotter one, and a spatial gap appears between both materials. When the radiative heat transport across the gap is described by the Stefan-Boltzmann law, the drop in heat transport is very steep, and the system behaves as a thermal switch. In contrast, if the near-field contribution is dominant, negative differential thermal conductivity may arise, leading to the possibility of a thermal transistor.
Green’s function and image system for the Laplace operator in the prolate spheroidal geometry
Authors: Xue Changfeng , Deng Shaozhong
Published: January 2017

In the present paper, electrostatic image theory is studied for Green’s function for the Laplace operator in the case where the fundamental domain is either the exterior or the interior of a prolate spheroid. In either case, an image system is developed to consist of a point image inside the complement of the fundamental domain and an additional symmetric continuous surface image over a confocal prolate spheroid outside the fundamental domain, although the process of calculating such an image system is easier for the exterior than for the interior Green’s function. The total charge of the surface image is zero and its centroid is at the origin of the prolate spheroid. In addition, if the source is on the focal axis outside the prolate spheroid, then the image system of the exterior Green’s function consists of a point image on the focal axis and a line image on the line segment between the two focal points.
Ferromagnetic resonance and interlayer exchange coupling in magnetic multilayers with compositional gradients
Authors: Polishchuk D. M. , Kravets A. F. , Tykhonenko-Polishchuk Yu. O. , Tovstolytkin A. I. , Korenivski V.
Published: January 2017

Ferromagnetic resonance (FMR) in magnetic multilayers of type F1/f/F2, where two strongly ferromagnetic layers F1 and F2 are separated by a weakly magnetic spacer f with a compositional gradient along its thickness, is investigated. The method allows to detect the weak signal from the spacer in additional to the more pronounced and readily measured signal from the outer strongly-magnetic layers, and thereby study the properties of the spacer as well as the interlayer exchange interaction it mediates. Variable temperature FMR measurements, especially near the relevant Curie points, reveal a rich set of properties of the exchange interactions in the system. The obtained results are useful for designing and optimizing nanostructures with thermally-controlled magnetic properties.
Structural and antiferromagnetic properties of Sm-doped chrysene
Authors: Wang Xiao-Hui , Zhong Guo-Hua , Han Jia-Xing , Chen Xiao-Jia , Lin Hai-Qing
Published: January 2017

The experimental discovery of superconductivity was reported in Sm-doped chrysene with Tc∼5 K, which provides vital material for exploring unique superconducting mechanism of rare-earth metal doped polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. Here the crystal, electronic structures and magnetic characteristics of Sm-doped chrysene have been investigated by the first-principles calculation using the generalized gradient approximation (GGA) plus U method, also including van der Waals correction. We find that Sm-doped chrysene with C2/c space group is the most stable where doped Sm atoms stay on the relative middle of chrysene molecules. This material is stabilized at antiferromagnetic ground-state with the metallic feature. The calculated spin magnetic moment of Sm atom indicates that there are two electrons transferring from Sm to chrysene molecule. Within the framework of GGA+U, the C-2p electronic states mainly contribute to the Fermi surface. Electronic correlation effects are significant to understand the superconductivity in Sm-doped chrysene.
Characteristics of patients presenting to an after-hours clinic: results of a MAGNET analysis
Authors: Turner Lyle R. , Pearce Christopher , Borg Madeleine , McLeod Adam , Shearer Marianne , Mazza Danielle
Published: January 2017

After-hours access to general practice (GP) is critical to supporting accessibility and reducing emergency department demand. To understand who utilises after-hours GP services, this study examined the characteristics of presentations to an Eastern Melbourne after-hours clinic between 2005 and 2014. Descriptive analyses of patient and presentation characteristics, diagnoses, medications and pathology were conducted. Across the study period, 39.1% of presentations to the clinic (N=64,800) were by patients under 18 years of age. Females were found to attend more often than males, and nearly 79% of patients attended only once. The most common diagnoses were respiratory system diseases (13.4%), gastrointestinal system diseases (12.6%) and eye and ear problems (11.6%). Antibacterial medications accounted for over half (53.0%) of all prescriptions, with 34% of antibiotics prescribed to patients under 18 years of age. Seasonal variation in GP demand was also observed. Presenting patients differed from the wider GP patient population, with more young patients, and a higher proportion of prescriptions for antibacterial medications compared to other predominantly non-after-hours practices. Further research is required to understand the health-seeking, decision-making of patients who utilise after-hours GPs over predominantly non-after-hours primary care services, to inform service promotion and delivery strategies.
HIV testing intervention development among men who have sex with men in the developed world
Authors: Flowers Paul , Estcourt Claudia , Sonnenberg Pam , Burns Fiona
Published: January 2017

HIV testing is a ‘gateway’ technology, enabling access to treatment and HIV prevention. Biomedical approaches to prevention, such as pre-exposure prophylaxis and treatment as prevention, require accurate and regular HIV test results. HIV testing also represents a powerful ‘teachable moment’ for behavioural prevention. An increasing range of HIV tests and the emergence of self-managed diagnostic technologies (e.g. self-testing) means there is now considerable diversification of when, where and how results are available to those who test. These changes have profound implications for intervention development and, indeed, health service redesign. This paper highlights the need for better ways of conceptualising testing in order to capitalise on the health benefits that diverse HIV testing interventions will bring. A multidimensional framework is proposed to capture ongoing developments in HIV testing among men who have sex with men and focus on the intersection of: (1) the growing variety of HIV testing technologies and the associated diversification of their pathways into care; (2) psychosocial insights into the behavioural domain of HIV testing; and (3) better appreciation of population factors associated with heterogeneity and concomitant inequities. By considering these three aspects of HIV testing in parallel, it is possible to identify gaps, limitations and opportunities in future HIV testing-related interventions. Moreover, it is possible to explore and map how diverse interventions may work together having additive effects. Only a holistic and dynamic framework that captures the increasing complexity of HIV testing is fit for purpose to deliver the maximum public health benefit of HIV testing.
Stylistics and the cultural context in literary translation
Authors: Vukčević Miodrag M.
Published: January 2017

Considering the example of the translation of Njegoš’s The Mountain Wreath into the German language, the paper analyses the translational solutions that are dictated by the principles of the subject. The translator Alois Schmaus chose to take this step in order to bring home to the modern reader a world which appears to be archaic. He made this decision for two reasons. First, the German reader is unfamiliar with the historical context that is the subject of this poem; secondly the rules of prosody in Serbian and German do not match. By choosing to carry over the Serbian epic decasyllable, Schmaus favours the Serbian poetic tradition. From the historical point of view German verse, constructed as an Alexandrine, is burdened with the context of courtly poetics. The hexameter, meanwhile, which was introduced into German literature by Klopstock and later popularised by Voss and Goethe, appears in the context of the rise of the bourgeoisie. Both verses require changes while being translated, which affect the poem’s characteristics. In order to maintain authenticity, Schmaus pleads for the “Serbian trochee”: iamb and dactyl, metrical feet that are closer to the German language, would have impeded the setting the diaeresis and affected the syntax. Because of this, Schmaus places a spondee at the end of every verse and sets the historical context in the tradition of martyrdom.