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Boosting Efficiency of CIGS Solar Cell by Ferroelectric Depolarization Field
Authors: Li Congmeng , Chen Jingwei , Chen Jian , Zhang Yi , Li Mingkai , Li Hui 
Published: January 2024

AbstractIncreasing the electric field in a solar cell is of importance to alleviate the carrier recombination and thus to increase the power conversion efficiency (PCE). In this paper, a strategy is reported to enhance the internal electric field of Cu(In,Ga)(Se,S)2 (CIGS) solar cells by inserting a ferroelectric BaTiO3 (BTO) layer into the device for the first time. The BTO location in the CIGS solar cell is found to play a vital role in the performances, which is due to the adjustment of the direction of BTO depolarization field. Impressively, the PCE is increased from 4.83% to 16.07% when the BTO depolarization field direction shifts from the opposite to the same direction to the p–n junction electric field. The improved PCE is due to the enhanced open‐circuit voltage (Voc), which suppresses carrier recombination and thus boosts the short‐circuit current density (Jsc) from 14.09 to 32.69 mA cm−2. These results unlock an effective strategy to improve the PCE of a CIGS solar cell by the application of a ferroelectric depolarization field. The facile deposition of BTO via sputtering method at room temperature enables its wide application in other solar cells to boost the PCEs.
Irradiation Spillover Effect in Photo‐Assisted Ion Batteries: Overcoming Size Limits for Solar Utilization
Authors: Ma Long , Ruan Qiushi , Zha Wenwen , Kong Lingqiao , Sun ZhengMing 
Published: January 2024

AbstractPhoto‐assisted ion batteries demonstrate remarkable potential for portable and decentralized solar energy utilization, due to their profound capacity enhancement under irradiation accompanied by promoted discharge voltages. However, ion batteries in practice are highly compact with limited surface area for irradiation. Overcoming the size limit for irradiation is a challenge. Herein, an irradiation spillover effect in photo‐assisted ion batteries is demonstrated, that is the impact of irradiation on the battery is not restrained within the irradiated area but can spillover the whole electrode. This phenomenon is a consequence of the light‐induced potential difference between irradiated and unirradiated regions, leading to selective ion insertion. Irradiated regions favored H+ insertion due to light‐induced proton‐coupled electron transfer, while unirradiated regions preferred Zn2+ insertion. Consequently, the capacity enhancement remains unaffected by halving the irradiated area. This study overcomes the irradiation size limit for photo‐assisted ion batteries and encourages highly integrated photo‐assisted ion batteries for practice application.
Interface‐Enhanced High‐Temperature Thermoelectricity in Cu1.99Se/B4C Composites with Synergistically Improved Mechanical Strength
Authors: Yu Jincheng , Hu Haihua , Jiang Yilin , Zhuang Hua‐Lu , Thong Hao‐Cheng , Su Bin , Li Jing‐Wei , Han Zhanran , Li Hezhang , Pei Jun , Li Jing‐Feng 
Published: January 2024

AbstractDegenerate semiconductors usually demonstrate a metallic‐like conduction behavior, showing limited carrier mobility at high temperatures. Herein, by incorporating B4C nanoparticles into the Cu1.99Se system, an unusual switch from the “degenerate” to “non‐degenerate” semiconducting behavior is revealed as a result of the engineered interfaces. Heterogeneous interfaces and disordered Cu2Se amorphous phases are introduced in the Cu1.99Se/B4C composites, which generate a trapping effect against the mobile Cu ions, leading to a distinctive “hump” signature for electrical conductivity. Benefiting from this rare high‐temperature thermoelectric response, a high power factor is obtained due to reduced carrier concentration and enhanced mobility, and low lattice thermal conductivity is retained because of relatively stronger anharmonic lattice vibrations. Consequently, the Cu1.99Se + 0.9 vol.% B4C sample at least achieves a maximum thermoelectric figure of merit (ZT) of 2.6 at 1025 K with synergistically enhanced mechanical robustness. The present interface engineering strategy may be applicable to other thermoelectric materials with ionic migration characteristics.
Fruit wings accelerate germination in Anacyclus clavatus
Authors: Torices Rubén , DeSoto Lucía , Cerca José , Mota Lucie , Afonso Ana , Poyatos Cristina 
Published: January 2024

AbstractPremiseThe lateral membranous expansions of fruits, commonly referred to as wings, have long been theorized to serve only dispersal functions. Alternatively, because winged fruits typically have earlier seed germination than unwinged fruits, we hypothesized that wings could increase the contact surface with water, ultimately triggering earlier germination.MethodsWe investigated this alternative hypothesis by exploring the potential role of fruit wings on germination in the heterocarpic species Anacyclus clavatus (Desf.) Pers. (Asteraceae), which produces both winged and unwinged fruits. First, we measured the speed and degree of water absorption in winged and unwinged fruits. Second, we investigated the effects of wings on germination performance, by either reducing wing size or by preventing water absorption by sealing wings with wax. Next, we tested the influence of water availability on the germination performance of winged and unwinged fruits by reducing the water potential.ResultsWinged fruits absorbed more water at a faster rate than unwinged fruits. The sealing of wings delayed germination, whereas germination time was not significantly altered by wing cutting. The restriction of water availability by decreasing water potential significantly delayed seed germination of unwinged fruits, whereas winged fruits remained unaffected.ConclusionsAltogether, our results support the effect of wings on germination and cast doubt on the unique role of wings in dispersal. Whether or not wings contribute to dispersal, we propose that they also improve seed germination and seedling establishment by facilitating water absorption after the release from their mother plants.
Water‐based UV curable hybrid urethane‐acrylates formed by acid–base interaction between tertiary amine containing polyurethane and acrylic acid for photocoating and ink applications
Authors: Dsouza Roshan F. , Parthiban Anbanandam 
Published: January 2024

AbstractUrethane acrylate hybrids are commonly used in polyurethane dispersions (PUD). PUDs are key ingredients in UV curing applications and UV curing is widely used in coatings and inks. The preparation of PUDs involves many volatiles in the form of solvents and reagents that are also carried over in the UV curing step. This article reports a process, which totally eliminates these volatile components and additionally introduces many flexibilities. The process involves acid–base interaction between tertiary amine containing polyurethane and acidic vinyl monomer like acrylic acid forming polyurethane‐acrylate (PU‐AA) hybrids in water. The developed process also overcomes the prepolymer and “endcapping” approaches used in the preparation of PUDs that restrict the molecular weight of polyurethanes. Simultaneously, because of the prevalence of large number of vinyl components in the polymer backbone through the acid–base interaction, it functions as a multifunctional acrylate similar to the reactive diluents used in UV curing applications. Thus, it helps to increase the cross‐linking density of the UV cured substrates. In general, high crosslinking density helps to improve characteristics like hardness, scratch, solvent and stain resistance of coated substrates. The process has been demonstrated to form transparent and opaque coated substrates and cured inks. This development potentially helps to shift the process from an industrial activity to do‐it‐yourself domain and has implications for the development of components for 3D printing sustainably.
Lay economic reasoning: An integrative review and call to action
Authors: Bhattacharjee Amit , Dana Jason 
Published: January 2024

AbstractConsumer psychology refers to how people think and act within an economic role in market exchange. However, we know little about how consumers actually perceive these roles, or how they understand markets and economic activity more broadly. That is, we lack an understanding of the economic reasoning of non‐expert consumers, how it departs from formal economic reasoning, and why. The current paper is intended to address this gap. We provide an integrative review of research on lay economic reasoning that consistently reveals how differently lay consumers and economists think about markets. We propose a unifying mental model to explain these divergences. Suggest why it is reinforced by what lay consumers observe (and do not observe) through firsthand marketplace experience, and note its potential evolutionary basis. We then highlight how understanding lay economic reasoning can not only help explain a wide array of marketplace phenomena, but also provide a novel lens to help advance, generate, and better integrate theory across many active literatures within consumer psychology. Without markets, there are no consumers and there is no marketing. We therefore call for consumer psychologists to take ownership of the study of lay economic reasoning and make markets more central to marketing scholarship.
Intramyocardial delivery of injectable hydrogel with arctigenin alleviated myocardial ischemia–reperfusion injury in rats
Authors: Liu Chengyin , Jiang Xuejun , Liang Lanyu , Liu Han , Li Li , Shan Qing 
Published: January 2024

AbstractArctigenin belongs to a major bioactive component of Fructus arctii and has been found with cardioprotective effects on rats with ischemia‒reperfusion (I/R) injury. The application of arctigenin is limited due to poor water solubility and low bioavailability. Hydrogel drug delivery systems can improve the efficacy and safety of drugs, increase drug utilization, and reduce side effects. We hypothesized that hydrogels containing arctigenin would facilitate the effect of arctigenin and alleviate I/R injury in the rat heart. Presently, adult Sprague–Dawley (SD) rats were subjected to 1 h of I/R injury, then hydrogels comprising arctigenin were implanted into the myocardium of rats. Triphenyl tetrazolium chloride staining, hematoxylin–eosin staining, and terminal deoxynucleotidyl transferase‐mediated dUTP nick end labeling staining and Western blot were performed for evaluating the infarct size, histopathological, and vital protein alterations of hearts. It was discovered that the hydrogel combined with arctigenin abated apoptosis and reduced infarct size. In addition, the results of echocardiography and Masson staining suggested that the hydrogel with arctigenin improved cardiac function, restrained myocardial fibrosis, and activated AMP‐activated protein kinase (AMPK) and sirtuin 1 (SIRT1). Collectively, the injectable hydrogel delivery system enhances the effect of arctigenin, which may play a protective role in I/R injury by activating AMPK and SIRT1.
Operando Temperature Dynamic Investigation of Electric Double‐Layer Capacitors Containing Organic Electrolytes
Authors: Kreth Fabian Alexander , Köps Lukas , Donne Scott W. , Balducci Andrea 
Published: January 2024

AbstractVariations in temperature play a substantial role in influencing the electrochemical performance of electric double‐layer capacitors (EDLCs). Lower temperatures limit the charge carriers′ transport properties, diminishing overall cell performance, while higher temperatures enhance transport properties and performance at the expense of material decomposition. Thus, investigating the temperature‐dependent behavior of supercapacitors requires numerous time‐consuming experiments while maintaining specific and consistent testing conditions. Therefore, we present a fast screening technique, named operando temperature dynamic measurements, to investigate EDLC performance under varying temperatures and voltages. The swift nature of this technique minimizes cell aging, allowing the evaluation even at harsh conditions. Utilizing temperature dynamic measurements, EDLCs containing six different organic electrolytes have been compared. Incrementally increasing temperature and cell voltage while performing electrochemical impedance spectroscopy or galvanostatic charge‐discharge measurements, metrics such as capacitance, energy, power, entropy, and enthalpy were determined. Interestingly, different performance evolutions over the temperature range are observed, allowing the identification of optimal operational conditions for each device.
Histidine‐capped copper nanoclusters for in situ amplified fluorescence monitoring of doxycycline through inner filter effect
Authors: Zhang Shen , Ma Jinlong , Wu Yangfan , Lu Jingwen , Guo Yuyu 
Published: January 2024

AbstractThere is a significant need to accurately measure doxycycline concentrations in view of the adverse effects of an overdose on human health. A fluorescence (FL) detection method was adopted and copper nanoclusters (CuNCs) were synthesized using chemical reduction technology. Based on FL quenching with doxycycline, the prepared CuNCs were used to explore a fluorescent nanoprobe for doxycycline detection. In an optimal sensing environment, this FL nanosensor was sensitive and selective in doxycycline sensing and displayed a linear relationship in the range 0.5–200 μM with a detection limit of 0.092 μΜ. A characterization test demonstrated that CuNCs offered active functional groups for identifying doxycycline using electrostatic interaction and hydrogen bonds. Static quenching and the inner filter effect (IFE) resulted in weakness in the FL of His@CuNCs with doxycycline with great efficiency. This suggested nanosensor was revealed to be a functional model for simple and rapid detection of doxycycline in real samples with very pleasing accuracy.
Enhancement of intermolecular aggregation on solvent‐influenced strong hydrogen‐bonded single crystal
Authors: Rajakumar Kanthapazham , Nekorysnova Nadezhda S. , Dorovatovskii Pavel V. , Osipov Artyom A. , Nayfert Sergei A. , Efremov Andrey N. , Santhanaraj Daniel , Ramkumar Vanaraj , Tolstoguzov Dmitry S. , Zherebtsov Dmitry A. 
Published: January 2024

AbstractThe intermolecular aggregation between the solvent and organic molecules is covered in the current article. 4,4′‐(Buta‐1,3‐diyne‐1,4‐diyl)dibenzoic acid (DADBA) was used as an organic molecule and dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) as a solvent to create the target compound DADBA‐DMSO. The material's hydrogen bonding and intermolecular aggregation were determined by appropriate characterization methods, including single‐crystal X‐ray diffraction (XRD), Fourier‐transform infrared (FTIR), photoluminescence (PL), and cyclic voltammetry (CV) analysis. Each hydrogen of the carboxylic group is coordinated by oxygen from the DMSO molecule in the stiff planar layer packing that makes up the DADBA‐DMSO crystal structure.
Target volumes comparison between postoperative simulation magnetic resonance imaging and preoperative diagnostic magnetic resonance imaging for prone breast radiotherapy after breast‐conserving surgery
Authors: Jin Ying , Zhao Changhui , Wang Lizhen , Su Ya , Shang Dongping , Li Fengxiang , Wang Jinzhi , Liu Xijun , Li Jianbin , Wang Wei 
Published: January 2024

AbstractBackgroundThis study investigated the differences in target volumes between preoperative magnetic resonance imaging (MRIpre) and postoperative MRI (MRIpost) for breast radiotherapy after breast‐conserving surgery (BCS) using deformable image registration (DIR).Methods and MaterialsSeventeen eligible patients who underwent whole‐breast irradiation in the prone position after BCS were enrolled. On MRIpre, the gross tumor volume (GTV) was delineated as GTVpre, which was then expanded by 10 mm to represent the preoperative lumpectomy cavity (LC), denoted as LCpre. The LC was expanded to the clinical target volume (CTV) and planning target volume (PTV) on the MRIpre and MRIpost, denoted as CTVpre, CTVpost, PTVpre, and PTVpost, respectively. The MIM software system was used to register the MRIpre and MRIpost using DIR. Differences were evaluated regarding target volume, distance between the centers of mass (dCOM), conformity index (CI), and degree of inclusion (DI). The relationship between CILC/CIPTV and the clinical factors was also assessed.ResultsSignificant differences were observed in LC and PTV volumes between MRIpre and MRIpost (p < 0.0001). LCpre was 0.85 cm3 larger than LCpost, while PTVpre was 29.38 cm3 smaller than PTVpost. The dCOM between LCpre and LCpost was 1.371 cm, while that between PTVpre and PTVpost reduced to 1.348 cm. There were statistically significant increases in CI and DI for LCpost–LCpre and PTVpost–PTVpre (CI = 0.221, 0.470; DI = 0.472, 0.635). No obvious linear correlations (p > 0.05) were found between CI and GTV, primary tumor volume‐to‐breast volume ratio, distance from the primary tumor to the nipple and chest wall, and body mass index.ConclusionsDespite using DIR technology, the spatial correspondence of target volumes between MRIpre and MRIpost was suboptimal. Therefore, relying solely on preoperative diagnostic MRI with DIR for postoperative LC delineation is not recommended.
Analyzing the Bioactive Properties and Volatile Profiles Characteristics of Opuntia dillenii (Ker Gawl.) Haw: Exploring its Potential for Pharmacological Applications
Authors: El Hassania Loukili , Mounime Kadi , Elbouzidi Amine , Taibi Mohamed , Mohamed Chebaibi , Abdelkhaleq Legssyer , Mohammed Ramdani , Naceiri Mrabti Hanae , Zengin Gokhan , Addi Mohamed , Fauconnier Marie Laure 
Published: January 2024

AbstractIn this investigation, the study focused on the chemical constitution and the antioxidative as well as anti‐inflammatory characteristics of oils and pulpy variants (Imatchan (IM), Harmocha (HA), and Aknari (AK)) sourced from O. dillenii. This inquiry encompassed both in vitro and in silico analyses. High‐performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) was employed to ascertain the phenolic constituents, while gas chromatography‐mass spectrometry (GC‐MS) methodologies. were applied to discern the volatile makeup. The appraisal of antioxidant potential was conducted via the deployment of assays such as 2,2‐diphenyl‐1‐picrylhydrazyl (DPPH), ferric reducing antioxidant power (FRAP), and ferric ion chelating (FIC) techniques. The anti‐inflammatory activity was examined using BSA and LOX. Molecular docking methods assessed the antioxidant and anti‐inflammatory properties. According to HPLC findings, the most abundant compounds detected in AKO and IMO cultivars were quercetin 3‐O‐β‐D‐glucoside followed by vanillic acid, ferulic acid and tyrolsol. Concerning headspace GC‐MS analysis E‐11‐hexadecenal and (E)‐2‐undecenal contribute to the major compounds detected in Opuntia HA, IM, and AK pulp and oil. The DPPH IC50 for AK, HA and IM were 38.41±1.54, 42.24±0.29 and 15.17±1.28 mg/mL, respectively. The FRAP IC50 capacity of AK, HA and IM was determined to be 30.23±0.6, 55.96±0.08 and 23.41±1.83 mg/mL, respectively. AK, HA and IM displayed significant FIC activity, with IC50 values of 42.75±0.63, 39.54±0.59 and 35.31±1.38 mg/mL, respectively. The AK, HA and IM O. dillenii oils were effective in their anti‐inflammatory activity. Molecular docking of O. dillenii oils phenolic compounds was conducted to determine the possible targeted proteins by the phenolic compounds in O. dillenii’s compounds. Overall, these fruits demonstrated the potential for new ingredients for culinary or pharmaceutical applications, providing value to these natural species that can flourish in arid conditions.
Targeting NF‐κB/COX‐2 signaling by soyasaponin I alleviates diclofenac‐induced gastric ulceration in male albino rats
Authors: Morsi Ahmed A. , Shawky Lamiaa M. , Shawky Tamer M. , Bahr Mohamed H. , Alnasr Mahmoud Tawfiq Abu , El Bana Eman 
Published: January 2024

AbstractGastric ulceration is a prevalent worldwide clinical presentation due to altered gastric defense mechanisms. Nonsteroidal anti‐inflammatory drugs are one of the common causes of gastric ulcers mediated by the release of inflammatory mediators. The study aimed to investigate the potential protective effect of soyasaponin I (soya) against diclofenac (DIC)‐induced gastric ulcer in rats and to highlight the underlying mechanisms. The experiment was conducted on 40 male Wistar albino rats, equally distributed into five groups: control, DIC‐induced ulcer (9 mg/kg/d, orally, twice daily for 3 days), ulcer/soya‐, ulcer/ranitidine‐, and ulcer/soya/selective nuclear factor kappa B inhibitor (JSH‐23)‐treated groups. The doses of soya, ranitidine, and JSH were 20, 25, and 5 mg/kg/d, respectively, given orally. Gastric specimens were prepared for gene and histological study and for biochemical analysis of gastric prostaglandin E2 (PGE2), oxidative markers, and inflammatory cytokines. The gastric samples were formalin‐fixed, paraffin‐embedded, and subjected to hematoxylin and eosin (H&E), PAS staining, and immunohistochemical assay for identification of nuclear factor kappa B (NF‐κB), cyclooxygenase‐2 (COX‐2), and proliferation marker (Ki67) expressions. The findings revealed decreased gastric PGE2 and altered inflammatory and oxidative markers in the ulcer model group. The H&E staining showed mucosal injury characterized by mucosal surface defects and inflammatory cell infiltrations. The polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and immunohistochemistry demonstrated an upregulation of NF‐κB and COX‐2 expression at gene/protein levels; meanwhile, Ki67 downregulation. The soya‐treated group showed maintained biochemical, histological, and PCR findings comparable to the ranitidine‐treated group. The JSH‐23‐treated group still showed partial gastric protection with biochemical and immunohistochemical changes. Soyasaponin I ameliorated DIC‐induced gastric ulcers by targeting the COX‐2 activity through modulation of NF‐κB signaling.
New‐onset ANCA‐associated vasculitis presenting with neuropathy after COVID‐19 infection: A case report and literature review
Authors: Mohamadi Aida , Soroureddin Somayeh , Nayebirad Sepehr , Tamartash Zahra , Mohebbi Maryam , Kavosi Hoda 
Published: January 2024

Key Clinical MessageCoronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID‐19) is a viral infection caused by SARS‐CoV‐2, which can trigger autoimmune diseases such as antineutrophilic cytoplasmic antibody (ANCA) associated vasculitis (AAV) that affect small and medium‐sized blood vessels in multiple organs. This study discusses a case with neuropathy and positive ANCA after COVID‐19 infection and reviews the literature on AAV following COVID‐19 infection. A 59‐year‐old man is presented that was referred to Shariati Hospital for evaluation of neurologic problems after a COVID‐19 infection. Initially, he had flu‐like symptoms. A few days later, he developed right distal upper and lower limb paresthesia. His electromyography (EMG) and nerve conduction velocity (NCV) results were consistent with polyneuropathy. Lumbar puncture (LP) was normal except for positive COVID‐19 polymerase chain reaction (PCR). The patient's paresthesia worsened. Laboratory data showed leukocytosis, anemia, thrombocytosis, high erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), and C‐reactive protein (CRP). Perinuclear anti‐neutrophil cytoplasmic antibody (MPO‐ANCA) was positive. According to the results, vasculitis was the main differential diagnosis. The sural nerve biopsy was performed, and the result was consistent with small to medium‐sized vessel vasculitis. The patient was diagnosed with COVID‐induced AAV. He was prescribed methylprednisolone and cyclophosphamide and was discharged with prednisolone and cotrimoxazole. In this study, a unique case of AAV induced by COVID‐19 infection confirmed by nerve biopsy is presented. A review of the literature found 48 cases of new‐onset AAV in adults and pediatrics after COVID‐19 infection. Further research is needed to completely understand the relationship between COVID‐19.