bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Graphic, Quantitation, Visualization, Standardization, Digitization, and Intelligence of Electrolyte and Electrolyte‐Electrode Interface
Authors: Cai Tao , Wang Yuqi , Zhao Fei , Ma Zheng , Kumar Pushpendra , Xie Hongliang , Sun Chunsheng , Wang Jing , Li Qian , Guo Yingjun , Ming Jun 
Published: April 2024

AbstractElectrolytes have recently regained significant attention in rechargeable batteries due to the discovery that the electrolyte microstructures play a determinant role in battery performance. By adjusting the compositions of electrolytes to cater to various functionalities, such as high‐voltage, fast‐charging, wide‐temperature operation, and non‐flammable features, a diverse range of batteries can be developed to adapt to different environmental working conditions. Nevertheless, elucidating the electrolyte microstructures and understanding the associated electrode interfacial behaviors remain challenging. These challenges arise from the interdisciplinary nature of the research, encompassing subjects such as solution chemistry, interface chemistry, electrochemistry, and organic chemistry. This topic holds particular significance because solution chemistry and solution‐solid interface chemistry are ubiquitous in daily lives, yet their behaviors remain unclear due to their inherent complexity, dynamic nature, and rapid variability. In this context, electrolyte and electrolyte‐electrode interface research are used as an illustrative example and summarize their progress from six key perspectives of graphic, quantitation, visualization, standardization, digitization, and intelligence. It is aimed to provide a multi‐faceted understanding of electrolyte microstructures and their behaviors on the electrode interface. This comprehensive approach enables the effective design of electrolytes and enhances the accuracy of predicting battery performance, servicing the development of solution and solution‐solid interface.
Are commodity exports a road to weaker institutions? Causal inference through a natural experiment
Authors: Lana Pinto Victor H. , Costa Lorena V. , de Mattos Leonardo B. 
Published: April 2024

AbstractCountries rich in natural resources are typically major exporters of commodities worldwide. Specialization in such goods may create incentives for certain groups to hinder a country's institutional development. Therefore, in this article, we investigate the causal relationship between commodity exports and the institutional quality of 49 countries from 1997 to 2022. Given that commodity exports can both influence and be influenced by institutional quality, it is crucial to search for exogenous natural variations in commodity exports in combination with econometric modeling strategies. To address the endogeneity problem, we use a natural experiment—China's accession to the World Trade Organization—to establish a causal link between agricultural exports and institutional quality free from bias. Our results highlight that increased reliance on commodity exports is linked to detrimental effects on a country's institutions. It diminishes citizen participation, increases the risk of political violence, lowers public service quality, hampers private sector development, erodes trust in societal rules, and amplifies corruption. The findings confirm the negative relationship between commodity exports and institutional development. They also contribute to the resource‐curse debate by showing that agricultural exporters with abundant natural resources negatively impact institutions. Additionally, a causal relationship is established, demonstrating that focusing on commodity exports reduces institutional effectiveness, with the study's quality enhanced by using various commodity product bundles and alternating institutional quality measures. EconLit Citations: F13, F55, Q0.
A novel GRK2 variant in a patient with Jeune asphyxiating thoracic dysplasia accompanied by Morgagni hernia
Authors: Şimşek‐Kiper Pelin Özlem , Karaosmanoğlu Beren , Taşkıran Ekim Zihni , Türer Özlem Boybeyi , Utine Gülen Eda , Soyer Tutku 
Published: April 2024

AbstractSkeletal ciliopathies constitute a subgroup of ciliopathies characterized by various skeletal anomalies arising from mutations in genes impacting cilia, ciliogenesis, intraflagellar transport process, or various signaling pathways. Short‐rib thoracic dysplasias, previously known as Jeune asphyxiating thoracic dysplasia (ATD), stand out as the most prevalent and prototypical form of skeletal ciliopathies, often associated with semilethality. Recently, pathogenic variants in GRK2, a subfamily of mammalian G protein‐coupled receptor kinases, have been identified as one of the underlying causes of Jeune ATD. In this study, we report a new patient with Jeune ATD, in whom exome sequencing revealed a novel homozygous GRK2 variant, and we review the clinical features and radiographic findings. In addition, our findings introduce Morgagni hernia and an organoaxial‐type rotation anomaly of the stomach and midgut malrotation for the first time in the context of this recently characterized GRK2‐related skeletal ciliopathy.
Pathologic and cognitive correlates of plasma biomarkers in neurodegenerative disease
Authors: Cousins Katheryn A. Q. , Phillips Jeffrey S. , Das Sandhitsu R. , O'Brien Kyra , Tropea Thomas F. , Chen‐Plotkin Alice , Shaw Leslie M. , Nasrallah Ilya M. , Mechanic‐Hamilton Dawn , McMillan Corey T. , Irwin David J. , Lee Edward B. , Wolk David A. 
Published: April 2024

AbstractINTRODUCTIONWe investigate pathological correlates of plasma phosphorylated tau 181 (p‐tau181), glial fibrillary acidic protein (GFAP), and neurofilament light chain (NfL) across a clinically diverse spectrum of neurodegenerative disease, including normal cognition (NormCog) and impaired cognition (ImpCog).METHODSParticipants were NormCog (n = 132) and ImpCog (n = 461), with confirmed β‐amyloid (Aβ+/‐) status (cerebrospinal fluid, positron emission tomography, autopsy) and single molecule array plasma measurements. Logistic regression and receiver operating characteristic (ROC) area under the curve (AUC) tested how combining plasma analytes discriminated Aβ+ from Aβ‐. Survival analyses tested time to clinical dementia rating (global CDR) progression.RESULTSMultivariable models (p‐tau+GFAP+NfL) had the best performance to detect Aβ+ in NormCog (ROCAUC = 0.87) and ImpCog (ROCAUC = 0.87). Survival analyses demonstrated that higher NfL best predicted faster CDR progression for both Aβ+ (hazard ratio [HR] = 2.94; p = 8.1e‐06) and Aβ‐ individuals (HR = 3.11; p = 2.6e‐09).DISCUSSIONCombining plasma biomarkers can optimize detection of Alzheimer's disease (AD) pathology across cognitively normal and clinically diverse neurodegenerative disease.Highlights
Participants were clinically heterogeneous, with autopsy‐ or biomarker‐confirmed Aβ.
Combining plasma p‐tau181, GFAP, and NfL improved diagnostic accuracy for Aβ status.
Diagnosis by plasma biomarkers is more accurate in amnestic AD than nonamnestic AD.
Plasma analytes show independent associations with tau PET and post mortem Aβ/tau.
Plasma NfL predicted longitudinal cognitive decline in both Aβ+ and Aβ‐ individuals.
Synthesis of NiO nanoparticles from Paulownia tomentosa plant extracts via a green synthesis method and antibacterial, antibiofilm and cytotoxicity applications
Authors: Gürsoy Güney , Çiçek Zehra , Tekerek Saniye , Kiray Esin , Tanriverdi Ayça , Çakmak Esen 
Published: April 2024

This study revealed the effective production of nickel oxide nanoparticles (NPs) using chelating agents derived from the leaves of Paulownia tomentosa plants and nickel (II) chloride hexahydrate (NiCl2⋅6H2O) as the precursor. Nickel oxide NPs (NiO NPs) have been successfully prepared by a green synthesis method using extracts of P. tomentosa leaves in water. The morphology and crystallinity of the NPs were investigated via X‐ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), UV–visible spectroscopy (UV–vis), energy‐dispersive X‐ray analysis (EDX), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT‐IR) and thermogravimetric analysis (TGA). The formation behaviour of NiO NPs and the microstructural and physical properties of the resulting particles were studied. This study additionally investigated the antimicrobial, antibiofilm and cytotoxic effects of NiO NPs. Microstructurally uniform NiO NPs with a nanometre diameter were consistently produced using an eco‐friendly processing approach and exhibited a visible‐range transparency of 89%. The obtained SEM images confirmed the octahedral shape of the NPs. The NiO NPs acquired were found to have potent antimicrobial efficacy against all the other bacterial strains. As a result of their antibiofilm effects on pathogenic Escherichia coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacteria, NiO NPs strongly inhibited these bacteria in a concentration‐dependent manner. In the cytotoxicity study of NiO NPs, a decrease in cell viability was shown to occur depending on the concentration of the cell lines used.
Simple and rapid synthesis of zeolite W from K‐feldspar via the improved hydrothermal method
Authors: Zhao Zixuan , Yang Kai , Li Yun , Cao Jilin 
Published: April 2024

AbstractAn improved hydrothermal method was proposed to rapidly synthesize zeolite W from alkali fusion‐activated K‐feldspar. The effects of m (KOH)/m (K‐feldspar), n (SiO2)/n (Al2O3), n (H2O)/n (SiO2), crystallization time, and crystallization temperature on the synthesis of the zeolite W were investigated. The optimal synthesis conditions were m (KOH)/m (K‐feldspar) ratio of 1.5:1, the activation time of 2 h, and the activation temperature of 500°C, n (H2O)/n (SiO2) ratios of 42, n (K2O)/n (SiO2) of 0.90, n (SiO2)/n (Al2O3) of 5, crystallization time of 6 h, and crystallization temperature of 150°C. The mechanism for rapid synthesis of zeolite W was illustrated. In this process, Na2SiO3·9H2O and Al2(SO4)3·18H2O were first dissolved rapidly in the synthesis system to form an amorphous gel, which contributes to the accelerated crystallization process. Compared with the state‐of‐the‐art synthesis method, this method remarkably decreases the water content to be added in the synthesis process and crystallization time, avoids the pre‐preparation process of the xerogel, and enhances the utilization rate of K‐feldspar. This work provides an industrial‐friendly synthesis process of zeolite W and could realize the highly efficient utilization of K‐feldspar.
Effect of foaming behavior of polypropylene foams on flame retardant properties under different weight reduction methods
Authors: Li Tingyu , Luo Mei , Liu Bujin , Xu Jiangbin , Zhou Taineng , Xing Jinfu , Zhang Xiaodie , Jiang Tuanhui , Zeng Xiangbu , He Li 
Published: April 2024

AbstractIn previous studies, the effect of cell structures of polypropylene (PP) foam materials on flammability behavior had been largely overlooked. In this work, ammonium polyphosphate and pentaerythritol were used as intumescent flame retardants (IFR) for PP, and then the PP‐IFR flame retardant foams were prepared by using injection foaming technology with two different weight reduction methods (same mold volume before foaming and after foaming). The results showed that the average cell size of all the PP‐IFR flame retardant foams in the 10% to 30% weight reduction was less than 100 μm. The PP‐IFR flame retardant foams with an average cell diameter of 26.22 μm and cell density of 7.88 × 106 cells/cm3 had the best limiting oxygen index (LOI) of 27.9%. In addition, the PP‐IFR flame retardant foams with better foaming quality had a higher LOI and a denser foam carbon layer whatever the weight reduction methods, resulting in better flame retardant properties. The escape of gases from the foamed and un‐foamed areas not only reduced the concentration of flammable gases but also led to the collapse and rupture of the foam carbon layer during the combustion process. Hence, it provides guidance for preparing PP foam materials with excellent flame retardancy.
Simple and controllable synthesis of benzocyclobutene‐functionalized polysiloxane microspheres for low dielectric material: From nanometer to micron
Authors: Peng Qiuxia , Yang Junxiao , Wang Xu , Zhu Rongli , Yu Dayang , Wu Fang , Pu Zejun , Zhong Jiachun 
Published: April 2024

AbstractBenzocyclobutene‐functionalized polysiloxane microspheres with high sphericity and narrow size distribution on the nanometer (BPNS) and micrometer (BPMS) scale were prepared by the hydrolysis‐condensation reaction of benzocyclobutene vinyl trimethoxysiloxane (BCBVST) in the absence of surfactants, respectively. In this paper, we systematically investigate the relationship between hydrolysis conditions and BPNS/BPMS size. The results show that the method developed in this paper is characterized by simple manipulation, controllable microsphere size, and high repeatability. A possible mechanism for the formation of BPMS has been proposed.
Investigating the effect of polyvinylpyrrolidone matrix on surface characteristics and dissolution rate of anticancer drug dasatinib
Authors: Sokač Katarina , Priselec Paula , Barač Jelena , Bafti Arijeta , Taradi Filip , Žižek Krunoslav 
Published: April 2024

AbstractDasatinib (DAS) is a second‐generation tyrosine kinase inhibitor used in the treatment of Philadelphia chromosome‐positive chronic myeloid leukemia and acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Nevertheless, this drug is hindered by poor gastrointestinal absorption and limited bioavailability, primarily attributable to its low aqueous solubility. To improve its properties, solid dispersions of DAS within a matrix of the hydrophilic polymer polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) are prepared by cogrinding in a vibrational ball mill at various drug‐to‐polymer ratios. The prepared solid dispersions are thoroughly characterized by several methods to verify the drug's amorphization and enhanced wettability as a result of successful mechanochemical activation. Fluidized bed melt granulation and traditional tableting are used to prepare tablets of 8 mm diameter with strictly defined aimed properties. Characterization of tablets includes testing their hardness, disintegration, and in vitro dissolution. The in vitro release profiles reveal a significant improvement in the release rate of DAS from tablets containing solid dispersion with the highest polymer ratio when compared with those containing untreated DAS or solid dispersions with a low polymer ratio. The results confirm the significant effect of the PVP ratio in solid dispersions on the surface characteristics and dissolution rate of DAS.
Noise‐Tailored Constructions for Spin Wigner Function Kernels
Authors: Hanks Michael , Lee Soovin , Kim M.S. 
Published: April 2024

AbstractThe effective use of noisy intermediate‐scale quantum devices requires error mitigation to improve the accuracy of sampled measurement distributions. The more accurately the effects of noise on these distributions can be modeled, the more closely error mitigation will be able to approach theoretical bounds. The characterization of noisy quantum channels and the inference of their effects on general observables are challenging problems, but in many cases a change in representation can greatly simplify the analysis. Here, spin Wigner functions for multiqudit systems are investigated. This study generalizes previous kernel constructions, capturing the effects of several probabilistic unitary noise models in few parameters.
Spectroscopic investigation and structural simulation in human serum albumin with hydroxychloroquine/Silybum marianum and a possible potential COVID‐19 drug candidate
Authors: Tekyeh Maryam S. H. , Shushtarian Seyed M. M. , Bakhsh Alireza I. , Tackallou Saeed H. , Lanjanian Hossein 
Published: April 2024

AbstractIn this study, the interaction between human serum albumin (HSA) and the hydroxychloroquine/Silybum marianum (HCQ/SM) mixture was investigated using various techniques. The observed high binding constant (Kb) and Stern–Volmer quenching constant (KSV) indicate a strong binding affinity between the HCQ/SM mixture and HSA. The circular dichroism (CD) analysis revealed that HCQ/SM induced conformational changes in the secondary structure of HSA, leading to a decrease in the α‐helical content. UV‐Vis analysis exhibited a slight redshift, indicating that the HCQ/SM mixture could adapt to the flexible structure of HSA. The experimental results demonstrated the significant conformational changes in HSA upon binding with HCQ/SM. Theoretical studies were carried out using molecular dynamics simulation via the Gromacs simulation package to explore insights into the drug interaction with HSA‐binding sites. Furthermore, molecular docking studies demonstrated that HCQ/SM‐HSA exhibited favorable docking scores with the receptor (5FUZ), suggesting a potential therapeutic relevance in combating COVID‐19 with a value of −6.24 kcal mol−1. HCQ/SM exhibited stronger interaction with both SARS‐CoV‐2 virus main proteases compared to favipiravir. Ultimately, the experimental data and molecular docking analysis presented in this research offer valuable insights into the pharmaceutical and biological properties of HCQ/SM mixtures when interacting with serum albumin.
FeS2 nanosheets–luminol–O2 chemiluminescence method for determination of venlafaxine hydrochloride, imipramine hydrochloride, and cefazolin sodium
Authors: Iranifam Mortaza , Royan Maryam , Golshani Pariya , Hassanpour‐Khaneghah Mahdiyeh , Al Lawati Haider A. J. 
Published: April 2024

AbstractThis study introduces a novel chemiluminescence (CL) approach utilizing FeS2 nanosheets (NSs) catalyzed luminol–O2 CL reaction for the measurement of three pharmaceuticals, namely venlafaxine hydrochloride (VFX), imipramine hydrochloride (IPM), and cefazolin sodium (CEF). The CL method involved the phenomenon of quenching induced by the pharmaceuticals in the CL reaction. To achieve the most quenching efficacy of the pharmaceuticals in the CL reaction, the concentrations of reactants comprising luminol, NaOH, and FeS2 NSs were optimized accordingly. The calibration curves demonstrated exceptional linearity within the concentration range spanning from 4.00 × 10−7 to 1.00 × 10−3 mol L−1, 1.00 × 10−7 to 1.00 × 10−4 mol L−1, and 4.00 × 10−6 to 2.00 × 10−4 mol L−1 with detection limits (3σ) of 3.54 × 10−7, 1.08 × 10−8, and 2.63 × 10−6 mol L−1 for VFX, IPM, and CEF, respectively. This study synthesized FeS2 NSs using a facile hydrothermal approach, and then the synthesized FeS2 NSs were subjected to a comprehensive characterization using a range of spectroscopic methods. The proposed CL method was effective in measuring the aforementioned pharmaceuticals in pharmaceutical formulations as well as different water samples. The mechanism of the CL system has been elucidated.
Electrospinning of poly(ethylene oxide)/glass hybrid nanofibres for anticounterfeiting encoding
Authors: El‐Newehy Mohamed H. , Aldalbahi Ali , Thamer Badr M. , Abdulhameed Meera Moydeen 
Published: April 2024

AbstractThe use of photochromism to increase the credibility of consumer goods has shown great promise. To provide mechanically dependable anticounterfeiting nanofibres, it has also been critical to improve the engineering processes of authentication patterns. Mechanically robust and photoluminescent electrospun poly(ethylene oxide)/glass (PGLS) nanofibres (150–350 nm) immobilized with nanoparticles of lanthanide‐doped aluminate (NLA; 8–15 nm) were developed using electrospinning technology for anticounterfeiting purposes. The provided nanofibrous membranes changed colour from transparent to green when irradiated with ultraviolet light. By delivering NLA with homogeneous distribution without aggregations, we were able to keep the nanofibrous membrane transparent. When excited at 365 nm, NLA@PGLS nanofibres showed an emission intensity at 517 nm. The hydrophobicity of NLA@PGLS nanofibres improved by raising the pigment concentration as the contact angle was increased from 146.4° to 160.3°. After being triggered by ultraviolet light, NLA@PGLS showed quick and reversible photochromism without fatigue. It was shown that the suggested method can be applied to reliably produce various anticounterfeiting materials.
Sustainability in small and medium enterprises: A circular economy approach using cloud computing
Authors: Natrajan Nidhi Shridhar , Sanjeev Rinku , Jain Rishabh Upendra 
Published: April 2024

AbstractSustainable production and consumption are the need of the hour. Adopting the Circular Economy (CE) approach fosters sustainable business practices. Cloud computing is a new way of storage and application deployment. Cloud computing enables sustainable business processes, which in turn contributes towards the effective implementation of the Circular Approach to Business Practices (CABP). The current study aims to understand the potential of cloud computing to foster circular economy practices in Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). We conducted a Systematic review of 186 scholarly articles published in Web of Science (WOS), selected using the PRISMA framework. We conducted scientometric analysis on sources, authors and country level and thematic analysis to pinpoint further research areas. This was followed by a detailed literature review of the articles selected to study the concept and current practices of circular economy and an evaluation of its implementation in emerging economies. The paper proposes an integrated framework grounded in two approaches, that is, the Technology, Organization and Environment (TOE) framework and institutional isomorphism as determinants of cloud adoption and CE implementation. The proposed model explores the impact of institutional forces on the various parameters of TOE, thereby culminating in the adoption of Cloud Computing in SMEs. The study would encourage leaders and managers of SMEs to adopt cloud computing for competitive advantage and achieve a circular economy approach together. The adoption of cloud‐based applications has a great potential to foster industrial and economic progress with minimum damage to the ecosystem, furthering sustainability and achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
ChatGPT as an educational resource for civil engineering students
Authors: Uddin S M Jamil , Albert Alex , Tamanna Mahzabin , Ovid Anto , Alsharef Abdullah 
Published: April 2024

AbstractThe purpose of the investigation was to evaluate the utility of ChatGPT, a state‐of‐the‐art language model developed by Open AI, in the context of civil engineering education. To achieve this objective, 44 civil engineering students from a large state university in the United States were recruited and asked to respond to three questions pertaining to Construction Surveying and Geomatics. The students were then introduced to ChatGPT and provided with guidelines on how the platform could be utilized for educational purposes, including obtaining answers to questions like those presented to them earlier. The students were then given the opportunity to leverage ChatGPT to obtain responses to questions they had been presented with earlier and any other related queries of interest. Subsequently, the students were asked to provide written responses to the same questions they were presented with earlier, but without access to ChatGPT or its response, to assess any knowledge gains. The investigation also captured the student's acceptance and perceived usability based on their experience of using ChatGPT. The findings indicated that the student's written responses were more thorough, detailed, and informative after utilizing ChatGPT. The results also revealed that ChatGPT was largely well‐received by the students and they held a positive perception of the AI platform. The findings can inform efforts targeted at successfully integrating AI tools for civil engineering education.