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Organic‐Inorganic Hybrid Silica Film with a TGBA* Structure
Authors: Sun Wei , Zhao Jinghua , Wu Limin , Li Yi , Liu Wei , Li Hongkun , Yang Yonggang 
Published: October 2024

AbstractTwisted grain boundary (TGB) phases exhibit highly frustrated and complex liquid crystal structures, and have attracted enormous interest because of their unique internal structure, textures and properties. However, among the few real concerns related to these interesting structures, applying them to prepare polymer‐stabilized colored liquid crystal films has been challenging. Herein, the organic‐inorganic hybrid silica (OIHS) films with a TGBA* structure were prepared using two organosilanes and one chiral additive under an acidic condition. The structural color of the films can be adjusted by varying the polycondensation temperature and the concentration of the chiral additive. A structurally colored pattern was prepared by the inject printing, which was suitably applied for decoration and anti‐counterfeiting.
Synergistic Nanoscale Mn3O4‐CoO‐Co Heterojunctions for Boosting the Selectivity in Hydrogenation of Nitrostyrenes and Nitroarenes
Authors: Mrugesh Padariya , Mishra Jyotiranjan , Subramanian Palani S. , Pratihar Sanjay 
Published: October 2024

AbstractMetal–metal oxide interface catalysts are in high demand for advanced catalytic applications due to their multi‐component active sites, which facilitate synergistic cooperation where a single component alone cannot effectively promote the desired reaction. Demonstrated herein graphene oxide‐supported nanoscale Mn3O4‐CoO−Co as highly efficient catalysts for hydrogenation of nitro styrenes/nitro arenes to amino styrenes/arenes under mild reaction conditions (0.5 MPa and 100 °C in 1 : 1 THF/water). Charge relocalization at the Co‐CoO‐Mn3O4 heterojunction interfaces, primarily driven by Mn3O4, significantly improves reaction selectivity. Replacing Mn3O4 with MnO or using other supported bimetallic CoMnOx catalysts decreases selectivity, leading to the formation of a mixture of products. The catalyst demonstrated remarkable selectivity in converting nitro groups to amines, even in the presence of highly reactive functional groups such as C=C, O−C=O, C=O, C≡N, chalcones, and halides. It also exhibited high yields, multiple reusability, and a broad substrate scope. This study demonstrates how Mn3O4, in synergy with CoO−Co, fine‐tunes selectivity, paving the way for the development of advanced metal‐metal oxide interface catalysts to enhance both selectivity and efficiency in organic transformations.
Targeted Photoactivatable Green‐Emitting BODIPY Based on Directed Photooxidation‐Induced Activation and its Application to Live Dynamic Super‐Resolution Microscopy
Authors: Saladin Lazare , Le Berruyer Valentine , Bonnevial Maxence , Didier Pascal , Collot Mayeul 
Published: October 2024

AbstractPhotoactivatable fluorescent probes are valuable tools in bioimaging for tracking cells down to single molecules and for single molecule localization microscopy. For the latter application, green emitting dyes are in demand. We herein developed an efficient green‐emitting photoactivatable furanyl‐BODIPY (PFB) and we established a new mechanism of photoactivation called Directed Photooxidation Induced Activation (DPIA) where the furan is photo‐oxidized in a directed manner by the singlet oxygen produced by the probe. The efficient photoconverter (93‐fold fluorescence enhancement at 510 nm, 49 % yield conversion) is functionalizable and allowed targeting of several subcellular structures and organelles, which were photoactivated in live cells. Finally, we demonstrated the potential of PFB in super‐resolution imaging by performing PhotoActivated Localization Microscopy (PALM) in live cells.
Resolving the Structure of a Guanine Quadruplex in TMPRSS2 Messenger RNA by Circular Dichroism and Molecular Modeling
Authors: D'Anna Luisa , Froux Aurane , Rainot Aurianne , Spinello Angelo , Perricone Ugo , Barbault Florent , Grandemange Stéphanie , Barone Giampaolo , Terenzi Alessio , Monari Antonio 
Published: October 2024

AbstractThe presence of a guanine quadruplex in the opening reading frame of the messenger RNA coding for the transmembrane serine protease 2 (TMPRSS2) may pave the way to original anticancer and host‐oriented antiviral strategy. Indeed, TMPRSS2 in addition to being overexpressed in different cancer types, is also related to the infection of respiratory viruses, including SARS‐CoV‐2, by promoting the cellular and viral membrane fusion through its proteolytic activity. The design of selective ligands targeting TMPRSS2 messenger RNA requires a detailed knowledge, at atomic level, of its structure. Therefore, we have used an original experimental‐computational protocol to predict the first resolved structure of the parallel guanine quadruplex secondary structure in the RNA of TMPRSS2, which shows a rigid core flanked by a flexible loop. This represents the first atomic scale structure of the guanine quadruplex structure present in TMPRSS2 messenger RNA.
Fouling During Polymerization in Different Continuous Reactor Setups
Authors: Welzel Stefan , Nieken Ulrich 
Published: October 2024

AbstractFouling in continuous reactors presents a significant challenge in the process intensification of specialty polymers. While in continuous stirred tank reactors (CSTRs) fouling is minimal, tubular reactors experience severe fouling, sometimes leading to complete blockage. Therefore, it is crucial to understand process and design conditions contributing to deposit formation. In this work, the impact of geometry, mixing elements, novel coatings, and ultrasonic waves are tested on tubular reactors for the polymerization of polyvinylpyrrolidone.
A Perspective on Green Solutions and Future Research Paths for Microplastic and Nanoplastic Contamination in Drinking Water
Authors: Chaturvedi Sadashiv , Kumar Amit , Min Liu , Kumar Rupesh 
Published: October 2024

ABSTRACTThe detection of microplastics (MPs) and nanoplastics (NPs) in drinking water sources has raised global concerns about the ability of conventional water and wastewater treatment facilities. There is health risk associated with the ingestion of plastic particles, such as particle toxicity or chemical toxicity. Therefore, improvement in the research and development (R & D) for detection and remediation techniques is critical to address the current challenge posed by the complex behavior of MPs. Understanding the transport behavior of MPs within drinking water treatment plants (DWTPs) is crucial to enhance the treatment processes of drinking water supply. The prevalence, fate, and circulation of MPs in freshwater ecosystems, coupled with its potential consequences for human health and climate change, have all been widely reported in scientific literature. However, a noticeable gap exists in global research concerning the occurrence of MPs and NPs in potable water and the accompanying health risk. This viewpoint introduces an innovative perspective on the primary challenges, remediation technologies, and sustainable green strategies for addressing MPs/NPs in potable water. The proposed strategies along with artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) techniques and identified research gaps could serve as valuable resources for hydrologists, environmentalists, biotechnologists, and policymakers, prompting them to consider strategic mitigation measures to alleviate future health risks associated with MPs/NPs.
Gold Nanoparticles Stabilized by δ‐Cyclodextrin in Aqueous Media: Characterization and Evaluation of their Catalytic Properties in the Reduction of 4‐Nitrophenol
Authors: de la Torre Ernesto , Noël Sébastien , Madureira Antonio , Hansen Kasper Hornstrup , Erichsen Andreas , Ponchel Anne , Beeren Sophie R. , Monflier Éric , Léger Bastien 
Published: October 2024

AbstractThe synthesis of gold nanoparticles stabilized by cyclomaltononaose (δ‐CD) in aqueous phase was performed. Protection of the gold nanoparticles by standard native cyclodextrins such as α‐CD, β‐CD and γ‐CD has also been considered for comparison. All of these colloidal suspensions were fully characterized by FT‐IR, DLS, UV‐Vis spectroscopy, TEM, XPS and also NMR experiments. Finally, their catalytic activity was evaluated in the reduction of 4‐nitrophenol to 4‐aminophenol in the presence of an excess of sodium borohydride. Gold nanoparticles stabilized by δ‐CD presented good activity and exhibited better long‐term stability. This study highlighted the fact that the obtention of the best catalytic activity corresponds to not only a compromise between the size of the nanoparticles and the interaction of the substrate with the metal nanoparticles surface, but also the supramolecular interactions between the substrate and the cyclodextrin.
Short communication: White balance for self‐luminous highlights in images
Authors: Liu Yuyang , Yue Shuwei , Wei Minchen 
Published: October 2024

AbstractAn image is commonly white balanced using a white point that is considered to accurately characterize the scene illumination color (e.g., the white point estimated by the main camera on a smartphone, or the white point estimated by an ambient light sensor). Two recent studies, however, suggest that the perceived color appearance of self‐luminous highlights is less affected by the ambient illumination color in a scene, with the color appearance judged using a white point between 5000 and 7000 K, especially when the stimulus luminance is much higher than the diffuse white luminance. Based on this, we hypothesized to use a D65 white point for white balancing the self‐luminous highlights in images, regardless of the estimated white points. We captured a series of images containing self‐luminous highlights, and processed them with three different white points (i.e., the white point estimated by the main camera, D50, and D65). The hypothesis was supported by the survey results collected from 73 observers, together with our observations, and believed to introduce better image color appearance, especially for images shown on high dynamic range displays.
Enhancing 5‐Hydroxymethylfurfural Production from Fructose Using Triethylbenzylammonium Chloride‐Based Acidic Deep Eutectic Solvents: Optimization and Acidity Impact
Authors: Song Jiuhang , Yuan Haotian , Mai Yinglin , Hu Yinan , Qiu Quanyuan , Wu Ting , Lin Xiaoqing 
Published: October 2024

Abstract5‐Hydroxymethylfurfural (5‐HMF) is an important biomass‐based platform compound that links biomass feedstocks with petrochemical refinery products. In this work, we developed a novel approach using triethylbenzylammonium chloride (TEBAC)‐based acidic deep eutectic solvents (ADESs) to synthesize 5‐HMF through the dehydration of fructose. Our approach demonstrates significant improvements in both 5‐HMF yield and process efficiency compared to conventional solvent systems. Under optimal experimental conditions (90 °C, 4.5 h), a maximum 5‐HMF yield of 97.77±3.20 % was achieved at a TEBAC:acetic acid ratio of 2 : 3 with 1 wt % fructose loading, which represents a notable advancement over other methods. Notably, our system inhibits the formation of by‐products such as levulinic acid (LA) and formic acid (FA), which are commonly detected in other dehydration processes. Additionally, higher 5‐HMF yields of 76.67±0.33 % and 73.51±1.14 % were achieved with 10 wt % and 20 wt % fructose loadings, respectively, further highlighting the scalability of the process. The acidity of ADESs was found to significantly affect the dehydration rate and yield, as demonstrated through Hammett's acidity function analysis. The key innovation of our study lies in the strategic selection of hydrogen bond donors and acceptors in the DES, enabling both high efficiency and selectivity in 5‐HMF production. These findings provide a promising pathway for large‐scale biomass conversion with reduced by‐product formation.
Green dynamic capability and green product innovation for sustainable development: Role of green operations, green transaction, and green technology development capabilities
Authors: Borah Prasad Siba , Dogbe Courage Simon Kofi , Marwa Nyankomo 
Published: October 2024

AbstractThis study explored how three capabilities—green operations, green transactions, and green technology development—impact the relationship between manufacturing firms' green dynamic capability and green product innovation. The study surveyed 216 manufacturing firms in China and analyzed the data using structural equation modeling. The results showed that a company's green dynamic capability has a significant and positive effect on green product innovation. Additionally, the study found that: Green operations capability partially mediates the relationship between green dynamic capability and green product innovation; green transaction capability also partially mediates this relationship; and green technology development capability positively moderates the relationships between both green operations capability and green transaction capability and green product innovation. The study's findings suggest that managers should focus on developing their company's ability to adapt and rebuild resources, including technological and green resources, to stay competitive in a changing business environment.
The role of the corporate ethical virtues model in sustainability reporting
Authors: Pezzolo Marino , Monaci Massimiliano 
Published: October 2024

AbstractFrom the perspective of virtue ethics, ethical organizational cultures prompt employees to act ethically. According to Kaptein's Corporate Ethical Virtues (CEV) model, this organizational ability is favored by the development of seven key corporate virtues (Clarity, Congruency, Feasibility, Supportability, Transparency, Discussability, and Sanctionability). The paper intends to connect the CEV model with sustainability reporting, which is taking on increasing relevance today due to factors such as the European Union's recent Directives on corporate non‐financial communication. In particular, the paper's objective is to examine to what extent and the way in which the virtues of the model have a role in sustainability reporting. Furthermore, this goal is enriched with an added focus, which is attention paid to actions taken by companies, and expressed in their sustainability reporting, in implementing virtuous behavior amidst the difficulties triggered by the COVID‐19 crisis. To achieve its aim, the paper presents and discusses a study of the role of the CEV model within two large companies in the logistics sector, through a content analysis of their sustainability reports covering the period 2018–2020 complemented by information from their corporate websites. The results of the analysis highlight both an overall relevance of the virtues included in the CEV model and the role of measures adopted by organizations to cope with COVID‐19 as a significant component of their sustainability performance in the pandemic period. Finally, the paper elaborates on several theoretical and practical implications stemming from the study.
Safety of edoxaban for delayed bleeding in gastrointestinal endoscopic procedures with a high risk of bleeding
Authors: Mizuno Ken‐ichi , Yokoyama Junji , Shibata Osamu , Kojima Yuichi , Kawata Yuzo , Takahashi Kazuya , Tominaga Kentaro , Satoshi Ikarasi , Kazunao Hayashi , Terai Shuji 
Published: October 2024

AbstractObjectivesThere are limited reports on the safety of gastrointestinal endoscopic procedures in individuals taking edoxaban, one of the direct oral anticoagulants. We clarified the incidence of delayed bleeding in patients who were on edoxaban in the perioperative period of gastrointestinal endoscopic procedures with a high risk of bleeding.MethodsThis was an investigator‐initiated, single‐center, open‐label, prospective, single‐arm study. Patients on warfarin or edoxaban undergoing endoscopy with a high risk of bleeding were enrolled from June 2018 to September 2021. Warfarin was replaced with edoxaban in patients on warfarin. Patients taking other direct oral anticoagulants, and antiplatelet drugs, were excluded. The primary endpoint was severe delayed bleeding (Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events [CTCAE] grades III–V) and the secondary endpoints included thromboembolism, all adverse events, any delayed bleeding (CTCAE grades I or II), and hospital stay durations.ResultsTwenty‐one patients on edoxaban underwent high‐risk endoscopy. Three cases (14%) experienced CTCAE grade III delayed bleeding, requiring endoscopic hemostasis. No CTCAE grade I‐II delayed bleeding or thromboembolic events occurred. Cholangitis and aspiration pneumonia (conservatively treated) occurred during the hospital stay. The median length of hospital stay was 8 days (range 3—24 days). Patients with delayed bleeding had higher systolic blood pressure at admission and longer hospital stays.ConclusionsThe delayed bleeding incidence in high‐risk endoscopic procedures for patients on edoxaban was acceptable. Higher blood pressure may be associated with increased risk, but further research is needed.
Transcriptomic Signature of Spatial Navigation in Brains of Desert Ants
Authors: Jaimes‐Nino Luisa Maria , Bar Adi , Subach Aziz , Stoldt Marah , Libbrecht Romain , Scharf Inon , Foitzik Susanne 
Published: October 2024

ABSTRACTNavigation is crucial for central‐place foragers to locate food and return to the nest. Cataglyphis ants are renowned for their advanced navigation abilities, relying on landmark cues and path integration. This study aims to uncover the transcriptomic basis of exceptional spatial learning in the central nervous system of Cataglyphis niger. Ants navigated a maze with a food reward, and we examined expression changes linked to correct decisions in subsequent runs. Correct decisions correlated with expression changes in the optic lobes, but not the central brain, showing a downregulation of genes associated with sucrose response and Creb3l1. The latter gene is homologous to Drosophila crebA, which is essential for long‐term memory formation. To understand how ants use distance information during path integration, we analyzed expression shifts associated with the last distance traveled. We uncovered a transcriptomic footprint in the central brain, but not in the optic lobes, with genes enriched for energy consumption and neurological functions, including neuronal projection development, synaptic target inhibition, and recognition processes. This suggests that transcriptional activity in the central brain is necessary for estimating distance traveled, which is crucial for path integration. Our study supports the distinct roles of different brain parts for navigation in Cataglyphis ants.
Comparing the differing effects of host species richness on metrics of disease
Authors: Cortez Michael H. 
Published: October 2024

AbstractChanges in host species richness can alter infection risk and disease levels in multi‐host communities. I review theoretical predictions for direct and environmental transmission pathogens about the effects of host additions (or removals) on three commonly used disease metrics: the pathogen community reproduction number and infection prevalence and infected density in a focal host. To extend this prior work and explain why predictions differ between metrics, I analyze Susceptible Infected‐Recovered‐type models of an environmentally transmitted pathogen and multiple host species that compete for resources. Using local sensitivity analysis, I show how trait‐mediated and density‐mediated indirect effects drive each metric's response to variation in an added host's ability to transmit a pathogen, the added host's density, and the pathogen transmission mechanism. For each disease metric, the responses are typically predicted by the added host's ability to transmit the pathogen when interspecific competition is weak whereas the responses can be altered by shifts in host densities when interspecific competition is strong. In addition, the three metrics often respond in the same direction. However, the metrics can respond in different directions for three reasons: (1) differences between the ability of exposed individuals to transmit the pathogen over the length of time the individuals are infected (i.e., host competence) and a host population's instantaneous net rate of production of infectious propagules; (2) strong density‐mediated feedbacks driven by disease‐induced mortality; and (3) host additions or removals cause large changes in focal host density via competition or disease‐induced mortality. This study extends and unifies prior theoretical studies, and helps identify the rules governing the context‐dependent relationships between host species richness and the three metrics of disease.
Superior Stability of Heterostructure Electrode Composed of Co3O4 Nanospheres and WO3−x Nanorods in Hybrid Aqueous Supercapacitors
Authors: Nishad Harishchandra S. , Tejam Sachin D. , Patole Shahshikant P. , Chakane Sanjay D. , Chaskar Atul C. , Walke Pravin S. 
Published: October 2024

ABSTRACTThe development of the battery‐type electrode for the hybrid supercapacitor is very challenging owing to poor cycle stability. To overcome this problem, heterostructures would be an excellent alternative attributed to the synergetic effect of different materials physical properties, including electrical conductivity, mechanical flexibility, and so forth. Furthermore, heterostructures also offer significant redox reactions on account of more active sites, enhanced charge transfers kinetics via extra electron carriers, and ion diffusion rates, along with improved cyclic stability. Herein, we prepared heterostructures of Co3O4 nanospheres and WO3−x nanorods via a single‐step wet chemical method at a reaction time of 1 h (CoW1) and 6 h (CoW2). The electrochemical investigations reveal improved specific capacitance of CoW1 (157 F g−1) than CoW2 (188 F g−1) at 0.3 A g−1. Furthermore, an aqueous hybrid supercapacitor (AHS) shows the specific capacitance of 38 F g−1 at 1 A g−1. Notably, it exhibits a remarkable specific capacity retention of 93% up to 10 000 cycles at 100 mV s−1. Thus, CoW2 have great potential of electrode materials for the next‐generation energy storage devices.
Small Steps to the Big Picture for Health‐Promoting Applications Through the Use of Chickweed (Stellaria media): In Vitro, In Silico, and Pharmacological Network Approaches
Authors: Cusumano Gaia , Flores Giancarlo Angeles , Cetiz Mehmet Veysi , Kurt Umran , Ak Gunes , Saka Enver , Aly Shaza H. , Eldahshan Omayma A. , Singab Abdel Nasser , Zengin Gokhan , Senkardes Ismail , Rodrigues Maria J. , Custodio Luisa , Emiliani Carla , Angelini Paola 
Published: October 2024

ABSTRACTStellaria media L., also called chickweed, is widespread in all parts of the world. In the present study, we investigated the biological properties and chemical profiles of different extracts (ethyl acetate, ethanol, ethanol/water, and water) of S. media. The chemical profiles were examined using UHPLC/MS/MS technique. Regarding the biological properties, antioxidant properties as well as enzyme‐inhibiting and cytotoxic effects of the extracts were demonstrated by in vitro methods. To obtain further information about the structure‐ability relationship, network pharmacology and molecular docking were also performed. Twelve phenolic compounds were identified in the extracts and most of them were flavonoids (apigenin, kaempferol derivatives, etc.). The water extract showed the best free radical scavenging activity, while the ethanol was the most active in reducing power tests. When inhibiting AChE, the ethyl acetate extract showed the best inhibitory effect. The water extract has a good cytotoxic effect on HepG2 (cell viability: 33.9% at a concentration of 100 g/mL). The analysis, performed using the STRING database, included these 45 cancer‐associated targets. The identified hub genes were TP53, CDKN2A, PTEN, KRAS, and HRAS. In molecular docking analysis, acacetin‐O‐hexoside‐O‐deoxyhexoside and napigenin‐7‐O‐hexoside exhibit remarkable binding energies with proteins. Consequently, S. media can be potential raw materials for designing functional formulations in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and cosmeceutical industries.