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A Facile In Situ Etching–coating of Artificial Solid‐Electrolyte Interphase on Zn Metal Anode for Aqueous Batteries
Authors: Fu Wenchao , Zhang Guoli , Qiu Tong , Liu Jie , Sun Xiaoqi 
Published: November 2024

AbstractZn metal anode is desired for aqueous batteries due to its high capacity and low redox potential. However, uneven Zn deposition and hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) have hindered the electrochemical reversibility and stability. Herein, an artificial solid electrolyte interphase (SEI) composed of metal center incorporated siloxane coupling with fluoride is in situ generated on Zn surface by a facile “etching–coating” process. This SZ‐SEI provides interaction sites with Zn2+, which helps with its desolvation at the interface and enlarges the transference number. Uniform Zn deposition underneath the layer is thus realized. Meanwhile, the SZ‐component hinders the adsorption of hydrogen atom and effectively suppresses HER. Thanks to the above effects, the cycle life of symmtric cells with SZ‐Zn electrodes extends to 2200 and 1400 h at the current densities of 10 and 20 mA cm−2, respectively. The coulombic efficiency of Zn plating/stripping also reaches 99.8% for 3800 cycles. In addition, the SZ‐Zn anode enables better rate capability and cycling stability of full cells.
Mechanically Reinforced Pseudosolid Polyelectrolyte Membranes via Layer‐by‐Layer Assembly for High‐Performing Lithium‐Metal Batteries
Authors: Thapaliya Bishnu P. , Adigun Babafemi , Wang Tao , Ahmed Md Dipu , Meyer Harry M. , Popov Ivan , Dai Sheng 
Published: November 2024

AbstractIonogels are emerging as high‐potential pseudosolid electrolytes for lithium‐metal batteries (LMBs), leveraging their intrinsic high ionic conductivity from entrapped ionic liquid (IL) electrolytes. However, their practical application is hindered by poor mechanical strength stemming from the confinement of ILs within a polymer matrix. To address this challenge, the formation of conformal polyion coatings with functional groups is reported to be relevant to LMBs’ application on ionogels, utilizing a layer‐by‐layer (LbL) assembly strategy. This approach significantly enhances the mechanical strength (Young's modulus and tensile strength) and electrochemical performance of ionogels, owing to the tailored interface modifications introduced by functional groups’ specific conformal polyion coatings. The core of this methodology leverages the inherent ionic structure of ionogels to enable facile interface modification through Coulombic interactions between polyanions and polycations. These conformally coated interface functionalized membranes show improved electrochemical performance when integrated with cathode materials such as LiFePO4 (LFP) and LiNi0.8Mn0.1Co0.1O2 (NMC811) in an LMB configuration, underscoring their potential for robust, high‐conductivity, pseudosolid membranes for LMB applications. These innovative pseudosolid membranes offer improved mechanical and electrochemical properties, leading to higher battery efficiency and safety, making them promising candidates for next‐generation LMB technology.
Multifunctional Triboelectric Metamaterials with Unidirectional Charge Transfer Channels for Linear Mechanical Motion Energy Harvesting
Authors: Chen Haoyu , Shi Jiahao , Yan Lifu , Akbarzadeh Abdolhamid 
Published: November 2024

AbstractConventional triboelectric generators (TEGs) have been developed to mainly harvest the energy of linear mechanical motions and convert it usually into oscillating or pulsive, but not sustainable, electrical outputs. In this study, unidirectional charge transfer mechanisms are introduced to develop a triboelectric mechanical metamaterial (TMM) with sustainable electrical outputs. Density functional theory and experimental analyses demonstrate three minimum necessary components of TMMs fabricated by only two triboelectric materials (i.e., copper and PTFE) to generate sustainable electrical outputs. Under a wide range of compression‐tension strain of ±50%, the maximum open‐circuit voltage, short‐circuit current, and volumetric power density are 3860 V, 8 µA, and 365.3 kW m−3, respectively. Different from most conventional cellular solids, the mechanical energy dissipation of the TMMs increases quadratically with the unit cell number. High volumetric electromechanical efficiency is achieved when the unit cell is miniaturized. In addition to energy harvesting and mechanical energy dissipation, TMMs can sense the displacement by counting the number of distinctive peaks in the short‐circuit charge transfer or reaction force versus time curves. The extreme electromechanical functionalities of the TMMs facilitate their applications in intelligent suspension systems, miniaturized green power sources, and self‐sensing energy harvesters.
Energy Transfer for Constructing Circularly Polarized Luminescence Materials: Recent Progress and Future Prospects
Authors: Zhang Run , Zhong Hai , Yang Kai , Pan Kai , Zhao Biao , Deng Jianping 
Published: November 2024

AbstractCircularly polarized luminescence (CPL) materials hold significant promise in multidisciplinary fields such as circularly polarized organic light‐emitting diodes, biological probes, data storage, and information encryption. However, these cutting‐edge applications also put forward higher requirements for the design of CPL materials, requiring large dissymmetry factor and high emission quality. For this purpose, diverse approaches have been explored to generate and enhance CPL emission. Among them, energy transfer (ET) strategy stands out as it can be readily implemented in a wide range of CPL materials. The present work overviews latest advances in energy transfer for generating and modulating CPL, involving small organic molecules, polymers, metal complexes, liquid crystals, as well as new‐emerging chiral luminescent materials. It is anticipated that the review article will garner increased attention toward energy transfer systems and facilitate the advancement of CPL materials.
Flexible and Sensitive Triboelectric Nanogenerator Strain Sensors Made of Semi‐Embedded Aligned Silver Nanowires
Authors: Ye Yang , Ning Jin , Meng Yuan , Wang Yuxin , Wang Peike , Luo Jingjing , Yin Ao , Ren Zhongqi , Liu Haipeng , Qi Xue , Yu Suzhu , Wei Jun 
Published: November 2024

AbstractRecently, flexible strain sensors have attracted great attention due to their wide applications in human‐machine interface interaction, healthcare, soft robotics, etc. While many reported flexible strain sensors are stretchable, the stability of sensors under long‐term deformation is still a significant challenge. In this work, a strain sensor has been fabricated by encapsulating semi‐embedded aligned silver nanowires with a PDMS layer, showing a maximum gauge factor of 396.3 at 100% strain and a durability of 3000 cycles stretching. The strain‐sensitive material also remains stable after multiple bending and twisting during the 10000 cycles test. Furthermore, the strain sensor is endowed with a triboelectric nanogeneration function based on the triboelectric nanogeneration effect. The device has a maximum output power density of 9.36 mW m−2, allowing it to realize strain sensing while converting the mechanical energy produced by daily activities into electrical power. As proof of demonstration, attaching the device to the finger joint provides accurate real‐time strain sensing and stable output of triboelectric power.
Engineered Platelets for Cancer Therapy
Authors: Zhang Kai , Li Hongyang , Ma Zhaoyu , Zhong Wenbin , Yu Yongkang , Zhao Yanli 
Published: November 2024

ABSTRACTWhile nanomedicine research shows a great progress in the treatment of cancer, it still faces challenges of tumor recurrence and metastasis. Numerous studies have demonstrated intricate crosstalk between platelets and tumor cells. The re‐education of platelets by tumor cells enables these platelets to provide critical assistance for tumor proliferation, recurrence, and metastasis. Engineered platelets have shown promising potential in the treatment of tumors, postoperative tumor recurrence, and tumor metastasis. Different engineering technologies such as surface modification, gene editing, membrane coating, and loading into hydrogels can produce multifunctional and customized engineered platelets. These engineered platelets inherit the key properties of platelets, including long blood circulation, tumor targeting, and thrombus targeting, and can be stimulated to generate derivatized particles. In this review, we elucidate the critical role of platelets in the complex processes of tumorigenesis and tumor progression and summarize the emerging paradigm of engineered platelets in tumor therapy. The purpose of this review is to comprehensively explore the potential value of engineered platelets toward the clinical treatment of cancer, providing a valuable reference for the further development of engineered platelets and their broader applications in the field of cancer therapy.
Experiences of people with disability living in permanent supportive housing in the context of the National Disability Insurance Scheme
Authors: David Christina , Nipperess Sharlene , Wiesel Ilan , Orian Weiss Catherine 
Published: November 2024

AbstractPeople with disabilities are more likely to be homeless than the general population and experience additional barriers to accessing housing. Despite this, there is limited research exploring the intersection of homelessness and disability, or the impact of responses such as permanent supportive housing (PSH) from the perspective of people with disabilities. This paper reports on research that explored the experiences of tenants with disabilities in a single site mixed tenancy PSH setting and the extent to which the housing and supports they received addressed psychosocial, welfare and health needs. The research also explored experiences of accessing Australia's National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) as well as other community supports designed to promote inclusion. We found benefits included a sense of stability and ‘home’ whilst challenges related to the limits of congregate housing for this tenant cohort and workforce capacity to manage significant complexity and competing needs. The findings highlight the need for trauma‐informed practices and design, and commitment to workforce development and capacity consistent with tenant needs. We also identified significant challenges and barriers at the interface with the NDIS and other funded services with implications for more assertive in reach education, support and planning to promote community participation.
Development of a framework for blockchain technology‐based net zero strategies in the agriculture supply chain: A TISM and Grey‐DEMATEL approach
Authors: Yadav Nidhi , Luthra Sunil , Garg Dixit , Singh Sanjeet 
Published: November 2024

AbstractThe Agriculture Supply Chain (ASC) faced significant pressure to implement Net‐Zero Strategies (NZSs) from consumer organizations, social and environmental campaigners, agro‐based businesses, and legislators. Blockchain Technology (BCT) has been introduced to tackle the current challenges in the ASC, due to its ability to improve food security, lower waste, and reduce carbon dioxide emissions. Therefore, this research is conducted to identify the enablers of BCT implementation for NZSs in the Indian ASC. We use an integrated “TISM‐Grey‐DEMATEL‐Fuzzy MICMAC" approach to stimulate identified enablers. TISM results indicate that Transparency and Traceability are the most important enablers that drive other enablers and are placed at the bottom of the model. Grey‐DEMATEL results indicate that traceability is the most important cause enabler which drives other enablers and is classified into independent enablers based on MICMAC clustering. The interaction between enablers will support the ASC specialist in persuading firms to implement BCT in their supply chains to incorporate NZSs. At the end of this paper, to establish the groundwork for additional research studies, the unique contributions and limitations of this research are highlighted.
Liquid‐Crystallization‐Driven Self‐Assembly toward Uniform Multi‐Morphology Fried‐Egg‐Like Nanostructures
Authors: Xia Longgang , Zhu Hao , Xu Binbin , Duan Chuyu , Huang Xiaoyu , Lin Shaoliang , Feng Chun 
Published: November 2024

AbstractLiquid‐crystallization‐driven self‐assembly (LCDSA) has recently emerged as an efficient strategy to create uniform one‐dimensional (1‐D), 2‐D and 3‐D nanostructures in a controlled manner. However, the examples of generation of uniform multi‐morphology nanostructures from solution self‐assembly of one single polymer sample are rare. Herein, we report the first example of preparation of multi‐morphology fried‐egg‐like nanostructures consisting of an inner spherical/bowl‐like core of uniform size and platelets protruded from the core by LCDSA of PAMAM‐Azo6 (PAMAM=polyamidoamine, Azo=azobenzene) in methanol. It is disclosed that the different aggregation rates for PAMAM‐Azo6 with varying contents of Azo units spontaneously separated nucleation and growth stages, which led to the formation of inner spherical/bowl‐like cores (“seeds”) firstly, followed by the formation of platelets protruded from the edges of inner core to give “imperfect” fried‐egg‐like nanostructures. Additional annealing of initially formed “imperfect” fried‐egg‐like micelles will promote the rearrangement of Azo units to give thermodynamically‐favored “perfect” fried‐egg‐shaped micelles with a uniform dimension both in the core and whole structure. This work not only provides an efficient strategy to create uniform multi‐morphology fried‐egg‐shaped nanostructures, but also reveals the essential impact of aggregation kinetics of liquid‐crystalline‐coil BCPs in the formation of multi‐morphology nanostructures.
Determinants of socially responsible investment intentions in India: The role of non‐economic goals
Authors: Passi Amarjit Kaur , Mehta Pooja , Jain Esha 
Published: November 2024

AbstractThis research delves into the intricate network of relationships that shape sustainable investment attitude and its ramifications on socially responsible investments (SRI) intention, while also considering the moderating influence of non‐economic investment goals. Employing partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS‐SEM), a survey methodology involving 534 retail investors was implemented, selected through non‐probability snowball sampling. Exploratory factor analysis was utilized to assess the suitability of items within constructs, followed by the application of PLS‐SEM to validate the research model. The findings underscore the significant impact of social consciousness, perceived consumer effectiveness, and environmental consciousness on sustainable investment attitude, consequently influencing SRI intention. Particularly, the pivotal role of non‐economic investment goals as moderators in this complex relationship. These findings carry profound implications for brokers, financial institutions, and businesses, reflecting a growing inclination among investors towards socially responsible enterprises. This research contributes uniquely by elucidating the intricate interplay among various determinants influencing sustainable investment behavioral intentions, particularly when considered alongside non‐economic investment goals. Ultimately, this study enriches the understanding and promotion of sustainable investment practices for the betterment of society.
Design of a Feedforward Decoupled Current Controller and an Optimized Voltage‐Oriented Control for Bi‐Directional Power Flow for V2G Application
Authors: Shahrukh Alam Md. , Singh Mukesh , Agarwal Pramod 
Published: November 2024

ABSTRACTBi‐directional power exchange between the lithium‐ion battery and the grid can be achieved using vehicle‐to‐grid (V2G) technology. Bi‐directional battery chargers for V2G applications present opportunities and challenges, as the rapid growth of active components can compromise system reliability. This paper proposes an adaptive control mechanism for a three‐phase bi‐directional battery charging system to address this. The system integrates a bi‐directional active front‐end (AFE) converter (BAC) with an interleaved buck‐boost converter to enable adaptive constant current/constant voltage (CC/CV) mode operation and bi‐directional power flow. A feedforward decoupled current controller and pulse width modulation scheme optimize battery charging, while an optimized voltage‐oriented control (OVOC) model‐based controller ensures stable bi‐directional power exchange between the electric vehicle (EV) and the utility. Experimental results validate the effectiveness of the proposed approach, with findings demonstrating low total harmonic distortion (THD), unity power factor (UPF), and minimal DC voltage ripple. A 12.5 kW prototype further confirms the practical viability of the design, offering a promising solution for enhanced reliability and performance in V2G battery chargers.
Fast polysulfides conversion and regulated lithium plating enabled by W2N quantum dots for high‐performance lithium sulfur batteries
Authors: He Linfeng , Luo Zhuyu , Liu Ping , Zhu Xin , Fan Wenbo , Yu Qi , Liu Xiaoyan , Li Hexing 
Published: November 2024

AbstractLithium sulfur (Li‐S) batteries have been regarded as one of the most promising next‐generation batteries. However, the shuttle effect caused by solubility and sluggish kinetics of polysulfides on the cathode and the uneven deposition of lithium on the anode hindered its practical application seriously. Herein, we designed W2N quantum dots (QW2N) embedded in mesoporous carbon microspheres (MC) as catalyst (QW2N/MC) modified on both sides of the separator. The ultrafine QW2N associated with nitrogen vacancies provide abundant active sites to adsorb the polysulfides and induce the fast in situ conversion, which highly prevent the shuttle effect. Meanwhile, the QW2N/MC layer on the anode side regulated the uniform deposition of lithium due to the good affinity with lithium ions. In long‐term performance evaluations, the Li‐S batteries achieved a reversible discharge capacity of 685.4 mAh g−1 after 600 cycles at 1 C with a decay rate as low as 0.07% per cycle. When the sulfur loading was increased to about 7.44 mg cm−2, it still maintained a high areal capacity of 5.97 mAh cm−2. This study showed a novel strategy to accelerate the polysulfides conversion and regulate uniform lithium deposition simultaneously by introducing QW2N modified separators, showing great potential in constructing high‐performance Li‐S batteries.
The outcomes of electronic personal health records in patients with heart failure or coronary artery disease
Authors: Nochioka Kotaro , Yasuda Satoshi , Shiroto Takashi , Yamamoto Saori , Sato Haruka , Hasebe Yuhi , Godo Shigeo , Nakano Makoto , Shindo Tomohiko , Nishimiya Kensuke , Hao Kiyotaka , Takahashi Jun , Ido Keisuke , Kakuta Yoichi , Shimizu Hiroaki , Shimokawa Hiroaki , Nakayama Masaharu 
Published: November 2024

AbstractBackgroundThere are limited data on the efficacy of smartphone‐based personal health records (PHRs) in patients with cardiovascular disease. This study aimed to examine the processes, outcomes and challenges associated with the implementation of integrated PHRs in patients with heart failure (HF) or coronary artery disease (CAD).MethodsThis prospective single‐group study evaluated the effects of a PHR system with the capability to capture electronic health records and vital signs in patients with HF or CAD. The outcomes measured were the 6 ‐month changes in blood pressure (BP), body weight (BW), brain natriuretic peptide (BNP) levels, lipid profiles and haemoglobin (Hb) A1c levels.ResultsBetween June 2021 and March 2022, we enrolled 111 patients (median age: 61 years and 47% women) with CAD and/or HF. Over 6 months, the PHR review count distribution was skewed: median 749 times (lowest 2, highest 5724)/180 days, suggesting both low and excessive PHR users. After 3 days, 23% of the patients discontinued inputting their vital signs and medication status. At 6 months, compared with patients who discontinued, those who continued to input their vital signs (N = 86) showed a significant decrease in their systolic BP and LDL‐C levels but not in the diastolic BP, BW, BNP, HDL‐C, triglyceride or HbA1c levels.ConclusionsThe implementation of smartphone‐based PHRs in daily practice is challenging for patients with HF or CAD. However, we observed positive indications of the benefits of PHR in these patients.Trial registration numberUMIN000044369
Exercise limitations in amyloid cardiomyopathy assessed by cardiopulmonary exercise testing—A multicentre study
Authors: Willixhofer Robin , Contini Mauro , Emdin Michele , Magrì Damiano , Bonomi Alice , Salvioni Elisabetta , Celeste Fabrizio , Del Torto Alberico , Passino Claudio , Capelle Christophe D.J. , Arzilli Chiara , Fiori Emiliano , Capra Nicolò , Kronberger Christina , Ermolaev Nikita , Kammerlander Andreas , Musumeci Beatrice , Vergaro Giuseppe , Castiglione Vincenzo , Rettl René , Tini Giacomo , Baggiano Andrea , Fabiani Iacopo , Sciomer Susanna , Badr Eslam Roza , Agostoni Piergiuseppe 
Published: November 2024

AbstractAimsAmyloid cardiomyopathy is caused by the deposition of light chain (AL) or transthyretin amyloid (ATTR) fibrils, that leads to a restrictive cardiomyopathy, often resulting in heart failure (HF) with preserved or reduced ejection fraction. This study aimed to determine whether cardiac output reduction or ventilation inefficiency plays a predominant role in limiting exercise in patients with amyloid cardiomyopathy.MethodsWe conducted a multicentre prospective study in patients with AL or ATTR cardiomyopathy who underwent cardiopulmonary exercise testing across four centres. Patients were compared with a propensity‐score matched HF cohort based on age, gender, left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF), and peak oxygen consumption (VO2).ResultsData from 267 amyloid patients aged 77 (72, 81) years, 86% male, with a median N‐terminal pro B‐type natriuretic peptide (NT‐proBNP) of 2187 (1140, 4383) ng/L, exercise parameters of peak VO2 of 14.1 (11.6;16.9) mL/min/kg, a minute ventilation to carbon dioxide production (VE/VCO2) slope of 37.4 (32.5, 42.6) and a LVEF of 50% (44%, 59%) were analysed. We identified 251 amyloid cardiomyopathy–HF matches. Amyloid patients had a signifnicantly higher VE/VCO2 slope [37.4, inter quartile range (IQR): 32.7, 43.1 vs. 32.1, IQR: 28.7, 37.0, P < 0.0001], NT‐proBNP (2249, IQR: 1187, 4420 vs. 718, IQR: 405, 2161 ng/L, P < 0.001), peak heart rate (121 ± 28 vs. 115 ± 27 beats/min, P = 0.007) and peak ventilation (51, IQR: 42, 62 vs. 43, IQR: 33, 53 L/min, P < 0.0001) with earlier anaerobic threshold (VO2 at AT: 8.9, IQR: 6.8, 10.8 vs. 10.8, IQR: 8.9, 12.7 mL/min/kg, P < 0.0001) compared with HF. Between amyloid patients, AL patients (n = 27) were younger (63, IQR: 58, 70 vs. 78, IQR: 72, 81 years, P < 0.0001), had lower VE/VCO2 slope (35.0, IQR: 30.0, 38.7 vs. 38.0, IQR: 32.8, 43.1, P = 0.019), higher end‐tidal carbon dioxide partial pressure both at AT (35.1 ± 4.8 vs. 31.4 ± 4.7 mmHg, P < 0.001) and peak exercise (32, IQR: 28, 35 vs. 30, IQR: 26, 33 mmHg, P = 0.039) as compared with ATTR (n = 233).ConclusionsA higher VE/VCO2 slope and an earlier AT, determining functional capacity impairment, was assessed in patients with amyloid cardiomyopathy compared with the matched HF cohort. Additionally, patients with ATTR might display more severe exercise limitations as compared with AL.