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Cerium‐Organic Framework UiO‐66(Ce) as a Support for Nanoparticulate Gold for Use in Oxidation Catalysis
Authors: Zhao Baiwen , Kashtiban Reza J. , Huband Steven , Walker Marc , Walton Richard I. 
Published: September 2024

AbstractAn optimised synthesis of the metal‐organic framework (MOF) UiO‐66(Ce) is reported using a modulator‐free route, yielding ~5 g of material with high crystallinity and 22 % ligand defect. Two methods are developed for loading gold nanoparticles onto the MOF. The first uses a double‐solvent method to introduce HAuCl4 onto UiO‐66(Ce), followed by reduction under 5 % H2 in N2, while the second is a novel one‐pot method where HAuCl4 is added to the synthesis mixture, forming Au nanoparticles within the pores of the UiO‐66(Ce) during crystallisation. Analysis using powder X‐ray diffraction (PXRD), nitrogen adsorption isotherms, transmission electron microscopy and small‐angle X‐ray scattering (SAXS) reveals that the two‐step double‐solvent method yields gold crystallites on the external surface of the MOF particles that are visible by PXRD. In contrast, the one‐pot method forms smaller gold crystallites, with a distribution of sizes centred on ~4 nm diameter as seen by SAXS, with evidence from PXRD for the smallest particles being present within the MOF structure. The Au‐loaded UiO‐66(Ce) materials are evaluated for the catalytic oxidation of vanillyl alcohol to vanillin at 60 °C. Our findings indicate that incorporating Au nanoparticles via the one‐pot synthesis method, enhances redox activity, achieving 43 % conversion and 90 % selectivity towards vanillin.
Development Overview and Perspective of Semi‐Solid Flow Batteries
Authors: Zheng Junjie , Zhu Qinpeng , Xian Jinglin , Liu Kang , Yang Peihua 
Published: September 2024

AbstractThe development of efficient and cost‐effective grid energy storage devices is crucial for advancing the future of renewable energy. Semi‐solid flow batteries, as an emerging energy storage technology, offer significantly higher energy density and lower costs compared to traditional liquid flow batteries. However, the complex interplay between rheology and electrochemistry poses challenges for in‐depth investigation. With a sketch of historical development of semi‐solid flow batteries, this minireview summarizes several key issues, including particle interactions, electron transport, and the sustainability of electrochemical reactions in slurry electrodes. By tracing the technological evolution of semi‐solid flow batteries, we provide a forward‐looking perspective on their potential applications in future large‐scale energy storage systems, highlighting their promising role in addressing the challenges of energy transition.
Facile, eco‐friendly and sensitive fluorimetric approach for detection of chlorpromazine: Application in biological fluids and tablet formulations as well as greenness evaluation of the analytical method
Authors: Mostafa Islam M. , Mohamed Abobakr A. , Alahmadi Yaser , Shehata Ahmed M. , Almikhlafi Mohannad A. , Omar Mahmoud A. 
Published: September 2024

AbstractMonitoring antipsychotic drugs in biological fluids, such as human serum and urine, is important for ensuring the safety and efficacy of psychiatric treatments. This process helps maintain therapeutic drug levels, minimize side effects, and optimize patient well‐being. Chlorpromazine (CZ) is a widely prescribed antipsychotic drug used for conditions like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and acute psychosis. Almost all existing sensing techniques for CZ are either insensitive spectrophotometric methods or involve long and complex chromatographic procedures, limiting their routine use. In this work, we introduce a facile, green, and sensitive fluorimetric strategy with high reproducibility for detecting CZ in its pure form, tablet formulation, and spiked human plasma and urine without the need for derivatization reactions. The proposed method relies on the inhibition of the intramolecular photoinduced electron transfer (PET) effect by using 2.0 M acetic acid. This approach enables the linear detection of CZ from 3.0 to 600 ng/mL with remarkably low quantitation and detection limits of 1.51 and 0.49 ng/mL, respectively. Moreover, the developed method's greenness was evaluated.
Confucian culture, environmental innovation, and family firms' performance: The moderating role of market competition
Authors: Liao Zhongju , Liu Yan 
Published: September 2024

AbstractEnvironmental innovation has become an important way for family firms to meet institutional requirements and market demands. Based on the dual perspectives of informal institution and environmental innovation, this study constructs a research framework of “culture‐innovation‐performance” to explore the relationship between Confucian culture, environmental innovation, and family firm performance as well as the moderating role of market competition intensity. A total of 529 family firms in the manufacturing industry listed on the Shanghai and Shenzhen A‐share stock markets between 2015 and 2021 were selected as the research sample to test the hypotheses using multiple regression analysis. The results indicate that Confucian culture significantly promotes the quality of environmental innovation but does not have a significant effect on the quantity of environmental innovation; moreover, both the quantity and quality of environmental innovation can promote the performance of family firms, and this promoting effect is stronger in an environment with lower market competition intensity. This study not only enriches the application of Confucian culture in environmental innovation but also provides guidance on how firms can improve the quality of environmental innovation.
A pan‐cancer analysis of Wnt family member 7B in human cancers
Authors: Wang Rui , Wu Ni‐sha , Wang Li , Zhang Zhi‐zhao , Wang Cheng‐fang , Wang Yan , Liang Yan , Zhang Yi , Qi Xiao‐wei 
Published: September 2024

AbstractBackgroundPrevious studies have highlighted the crucial role of Wnt7B in the development of various cancers, including breast, pancreatic, and gastric cancers. However, research into the involvement of Wnt7B is often confined to specific tumor types, with a noticeable lack of comprehensive studies spanning multiple cancer forms. The potential of Wnt7B as a diagnostic or prognostic cancer biomarker has not been fully explored.MethodsIn this study, we combined bioinformatics and immunohistochemistry analyses to examine the expression patterns and functions of Wnt7B in cancerous and adjacent noncancerous tissues across a range of tumors.ResultsOur data indicate that Wnt7B may serve as a novel prognostic biomarker and therapeutic target in certain cancers.ConclusionWe found significant upregulation of Wnt7B expression levels in the majority of cancer cases examined. Furthermore, Wnt7B can influence cancer prognosis by modulating the tumor microenvironment, immune cell infiltration, and tumor stemness, among other factors. Additionally, we examined the associations between anticancer drug sensitivity and Wnt7B expression, which could aid in the development of more precise clinical therapies.
Therapeutic alliance rupture and resolution in a brief psychiatric treatment for borderline personality disorder
Authors: Nadel Isabella , Glassier Sofia , de Roten Yves , Kramer Ueli 
Published: September 2024

AbstractBackgroundThe focus of this case study was to explore the development of the therapeutic alliance in relation to alliance rupture and resolution and the effect of motive‐focussed psychotherapeutic techniques on this process in the treatment of borderline personality disorder (BPD).MethodsTherapeutic alliance rupture and resolution processes were analysed in relation to outcomes over the course of a 10 week, short‐term generalist psychiatric treatment for BPD in two patients, hereby referred to as Clara and Rebecca. Clara received treatment in the form of good psychiatric management (GPM) with the addition of motive‐oriented therapeutic relationship (MOTR) techniques. Rebecca received treatment in the form of GPM.ResultsBoth patients experienced a clinically significant reduction in symptoms. Ruptures and resolution processes occurred at low frequencies in Clara's treatment, while ruptures and resolution processes were numerous in Rebecca's treatment. The focus in Clara's treatment was on rupture prevention because of the added presence of MOTR techniques, while the focus in Rebecca's treatment was on rupture identification and resolution.DiscussionResults support the hypothesis that symptom reduction was achieved through two distinct pathways of change as a function of the treatment condition, which suggests the potential presence of multiple effective psychotherapeutic techniques for alliance development. Limitations of this study and clinical implications for the treatment of BPD in psychotherapy, with a special focus on the therapeutic alliance, are discussed.
Degradation of Argan Oils Used in Edible and Cosmetic Applications After Exposure to UV Light
Authors: El Idrissi Yousra , El Moudden Hamza , Belhoussaine Oumayma , El Ouafy Youssef , Mghazli Najoua , El Guezzane Chakir , Bouyahya Abdelhakim , Ullah Riaz , Bari Ahmed , Iqbal Zafar , Zhang Wei , Zengin Gokhan , Zarrouk Abdelkader , Harhar Hicham , Tabyaoui Mohamed 
Published: September 2024

AbstractThis study investigates for the first time the effects of UV light exposure on the chemical composition of artisanal and cold‐pressed culinary and cosmetic argan oils, as well as their quality and biological activities. We ascertained the oxidative stability of both types of oil through measurements of the peroxide value, acidity, UV‐spectrophotometric indexes (E232 and E270), and iodine value. Over the course of eight hours at room temperature, the impact of UV light on the breakdown of tocopherols, polyphenols, chlorophylls, and carotenoid pigments was examined. The findings showed that during photo‐oxidation, acidity, peroxide value, and particular extinction coefficients (E232 and E270) gradually increased. On the other hand, a decline in the content of polyphenols, tocopherols, carotenoid, and chlorophyll was noted. Interestingly, iodine levels failed to improve. Although after an eight‐hour degradation, the physicochemical profile of Argan oils remained exceptional. DPPH• (1,1‐Diphenyl‐2‐picrylhydrazyl) antioxidant activity tests showed a gradual decrease in radical inhibition over time, which was attributed to lower levels of tocopherol and polyphenol. However, roasted oils showed antifungal action against Botrytis cinerea fungus, while Argan vegetable oils showed no activity against Escherichia coli, Microbacterium resistens, Staphylococcus saprophyticus, and Raoultella ornithinolytica, according to antimicrobial assays.
Concurrent and prolonged embedded earring at the earlobe as a possible factor of erosive lichen planus
Authors: Wichyanrat Sutthinun 
Published: September 2024

Key Clinical MessageEmbedded earrings in adults have been reported to be a possible cause of erosive oral lichen planus.AbstractErosive lichen planus is rare and its cause cannot be determined. Embedded earring in the earlobes is rare clinical presentation in adult. The concurrent nature of these two conditions has not been previously, described in the published literature. Unexpectedly, we removed the earring from the earlobe and successfully treated erosive oral lichen planus. We hypothesized that prolonged embedded earring is a possible factor that induced erosive lichen planus in this case.
Substituent Effects in Scholl‐Type Reactions of 1,2‐Terphenyls to Triphenylenes
Authors: Reinhard Dennis , Schuldt Moritz P. , Elbert Sven M. , Ueberricke Lucas , Hengefeld Karsten , Rominger Frank , Mastalerz Michael 
Published: September 2024

AbstractA series of 3,3’’‐ and 4,4’’‐dimethoxy terphenyls with different second substituents on their ortho‐positions have been synthesized and investigated upon the possibility to be oxidatively cyclodehydrogenated to the corresponding triphenylenes under Scholl‐type conditions. The experimentally obtained selectivities were supported and explained by quantum chemical calculations and conclusions on the involved mechanisms (acid catalyzed arenium‐ion mechanism (AIM) vs radical cation mechanism) were drawn.
To Maximize Luminescence for an Efficient Organic Solar Cell†
Authors: Geng Yifei , Li Tengfei , Zhang Zhenzhen , Lin Yuze 
Published: September 2024

Comprehensive SummaryWith the continuous development of photovoltaic materials, organic solar cells (OSCs) have made remarkable advancements, surpassing a power conversion efficiency (PCE) of 20%. However, the PCEs of OSCs remain lower than that of inorganic solar cells due to significant energy losses, mainly stemming from the relatively large non‐radiative recombination losses (usually be expressed as ∆E3), resulting in low open‐circuit voltages. This can be achieved by reducing non‐radiative recombination, and hereby increasing the electroluminescence quantum efficiency (EQEEL) of the photo‐active layer. This review analyzes the significance of luminescence efficiency in achieving high‐performance OSCs by examining the reciprocal relationship between ∆E3 and EQEEL. High‐efficiency organic solar cells can also be used as effective organic light‐emitting diodes (OLEDs). The discussion provides insights into the influencing factors of EQEEL and the mechanisms for adjusting various parameters, which include enhancements in photoluminescence quantum yield and the proportion of radiative excitons. The objective is to offer insights into the crucial role of luminescence performance in OSC development, guiding researchers toward developing novel photovoltaic materials or optimization strategies to enhance the luminescence performance of the active layer in OSCs, fostering the simultaneous advancement of OSCs and OLEDs.
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Tailoring language for genitourinary function in patients with newly diagnosed prostate cancer to facilitate discussions in diverse populations and overcome health literacy barriers
Authors: Kilbridge Kerry L. , Patil Dattatraya , Filson Christopher Paul , Shelton Joseph W. , Thomson Sierra Williams , Rosenbaum Cecilia H. , Rothmann Emily C. , Martin‐Doyle William , Trinh Quoc‐Dien , Narayan Vikram M. , Master Viraj A. 
Published: September 2024

AbstractBackgroundPoor comprehension of prostate cancer (PCa) medical terms can create barriers to PCa treatment discussions. The authors measured comprehension of PCa terms and its relationship to health literacy in a group of Black men who were newly diagnosed with PCa. They examined whether tailoring communication with alternative colloquial words would be helpful and acceptable.MethodsPatients were recruited from urology clinics (N = 152). After they met with their providers to discuss PCa treatment options, they participated in an educational supplement delivered as a structured interview. The supplement tailored PCa treatment information by allowing men to choose between colloquial and medical terms for genitourinary (GU) function. Health literacy was measured using the Rapid Estimate of Adult Literacy in Medicine, and comprehension of common PCa terms was assessed using published methods. Pearson correlation was used to estimate the association between health literacy and comprehension of PCa terms. Spearman rank correlation (r) was used to assess the relation between the total number of medical terms preferred (range, 0–10) and Rapid Estimate of Adult Literacy in Medicine scores (range, 0–66).ResultsMost patients (62%) had low health literacy, which was strongly correlated with their understanding of PCa terms (r = 0.526; p < .001). Poor comprehension of many PCa terms established the need to use alternative language for GU function (only 20% knew the word incontinence). There was a statistically significant positive association between the number of medical terms preferred and health literacy (r = 0.358; p < .001). A majority of patients (91%) preferred a mixture of medical and colloquial terms.ConclusionsTailoring communications with colloquial terms for GU function was preferred by most patients regardless of health literacy.
Enhancement of Circularly Polarized Luminescence Brightness of Schiff‐Base Diphenylboron and 9‐Borafluoren‐9‐yl Complexes
Authors: Ikeshita Masahiro , Watanabe Shinya , Oka Taichi , Kuroda Ayumu , Suzuki Seika , Suzuki Daiya , Imai Yoshitane , Tsuno Takashi 
Published: September 2024

AbstractA series of diphenylboron and 9‐borafluoren‐9‐yl complexes with chiral Schiff‐base ligands was synthesized and characterized by NMR spectroscopy. X‐ray diffraction analysis revealed that their boron centers were adapted to tetrahedral coordination geometry. Although boron complexes with salicylideneimine backbones exhibited a weak circularly polarized luminescence (CPL), the CPL brightness (BCPL) was enhanced more than 9‐fold by the π‐extension of the Schiff base ligands. Time‐resolved emission decay analysis and theoretical calculations based on density functional theory (DFT) were conducted to further understand their luminescent properties.
How do female CEOs affect corporate pay dispersion? The perspective of risk aversion and competition avoidance
Authors: Guo Yuting , Zhang Ying , Ruan Hongfei , Xiang Yi , Du Yongzhi 
Published: September 2024

AbstractExtant gender‐compensation literature has dominantly held a passive perspective on female leaders' compensation contracts. However, scant attention has been paid to the proactive aspect of this gender‐compensation relationship. This study fills this gap by incorporating female leaders' initiatives and integrating their proactive preferences to establish a link between gender and corporate pay dispersion. We first develop the theoretical argument that firms with female CEOs (SHE'‐E‐Os) have low pay dispersion due to their behavioral preferences—risk aversion and competition avoidance. Furthermore, we investigate how these preferences change over time—heterogeneous life‐cycle stages—which provides a long‐term perspective further enriching our understanding of the gender and organizational compensation structure. Using a 1992–2014 panel dataset from multiple sources, we find SHE'‐E‐Os are negatively associated with pay dispersion, particularly in firms during introduction, growth, or decline stages, as opposed to mature stages. Implications for literature on female leadership and pay dispersion are discussed.
Collaborations with nonprofit organizations: Signals or agents of operational change? Empirical evidence from Italian listed enterprises
Authors: Garrone Paola , Rizzuni Andrea 
Published: September 2024

AbstractCollaborations with nonprofits are an avenue for firms to tackle social and environmental issues, and their disclosure is one way through which firms can inform stakeholders of the sustainability of their operations. This paper investigates their signaling function, disentangling it from their transformative role in spurring sustainable operational changes. Econometric analyses on collaborations reported by 118 Italian listed firms in their non‐financial disclosures in 2017–2019 confirm their signaling function. Most reported collaborations do not imply firms' operational engagements. Firms' propensity to collaborate is higher when their activities are less observable, institutional monitoring is weak, and alternative signaling mechanisms are absent. However, signaling determinants are weaker when collaborations involve firm‐level operational engagements. The study offers exploratory evidence that firms disclose collaborations with nonprofits as signals of sustainability. It offers insights on their dual role, showing that collaborations which spur sustainable operational changes are less likely to be employed as signals.
Catalytic Pyrolysis of Polyethylene with Microporous and Mesoporous Materials: Assessing Performance and Mechanistic Understanding
Authors: van de Minkelis Johan H. , Hergesell Adrian H. , van der Waal Jan C. , Altink Rinke M. , Vollmer Ina , Weckhuysen Bert M. 
Published: September 2024

AbstractTesting the catalytic performance for the catalytic pyrolysis of plastic waste is hampered by mass transfer limitations induced by a size mismatch between the catalyst′s pores and the bulky polymer molecules. To investigate this aspect, the catalytic behaviour of a series of microporous and mesoporous materials was assessed in the catalytic pyrolysis of polyethylene (PE). More specifically, a mesoporous material, namely sulfated zirconia (Zr(SO4)2) on SBA‐15, was synthesized to increase the pore accessibility, which reduces mass transfer limitations and thereby enables to better assess the effect of active site density on catalyst activity. To demonstrate the potential of this approach, the mesoporous SBA‐15 catalysts were compared to a series of microporous zeolite Y catalysts. Using the degradation temperature during thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) as a measure of activity, no correlation between acidity and activity was observed for microporous zeolite Y. However, depending on the Mw of PE, the reactivity of the mesoporous catalysts increased with increasing Zr(SO4)2 weight loading, showing that utilizing a mesoporous catalyst can overcome the accessibility limitations at least partially, which was further confirmed by polymer melt infiltration and in situ X–ray diffraction. Detailed product analysis revealed that more aromatics and coke deposits were produced with the more acidic zeolite Y materials. The mesoporous material remained active and structurally intact over multiple cycles and catalyses PE degradation via acid‐ and radical‐based pathways.
Recycling of Rare Earth Elements: From E‐Waste to Stereoselective Catalytic Reactions
Authors: Donato Emanuela , Medici Fabrizio , Chiroli Valerio , Puglisi Alessandra , Rogoli Clemens , Fröhlich Peter , Bertau Martin , Zanoni Giuseppe , Benaglia Maurizio 
Published: September 2024

AbstractRaw mixtures of Rare Earths Elements, REE, recovered by E‐waste, were used as catalysts to promote the (stereoselective) synthesis of highly valuable compounds. Y2O3, the major species that is recovered by the E‐waste, can be easily converted into the catalytically active Y(OTf)3 that is able to efficiently promote the Michael addition of indoles to benzylidene malonates and the stereoselective Diels‐Alder cycloaddition between cyclopentadiene and 4‐(S)‐3 acryloyl 4‐tert‐butyl 2‐oxazolidinone. Additionally, the raw mixtures were immobilissed onto silica and used to construct packed reactors, resulting in values for Productivity and Space‐Time Yields that were significantly higher than those of the corresponding batch conversions. Notably, the prepared cartridge employed in the model Michael reaction maintained its catalytic efficiency for more than 4 days of continuous running.