bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Heterosynaptic Plasticity and Neuromorphic Boolean Logic Enabled by Ferroelectric Polarization Modulated Schottky Diodes
Authors: Xi Fengben , Grenmyr Andreas , Zhang Jiayuan , Han Yi , Bae Jin Hee , Grützmacher Detlev , Zhao Qing‐Tai 
Published: December 2022

AbstractNeuromorphic computing employs a great number of artificial synapses which transfer information between neurons. Conventional two‐ or three‐terminal artificial synapses with homosynaptic plasticity suffer from a positive feedback loop problem. Synapses with heterosynaptic plasticity are thus required to perform learning, processing and modulating simultaneously. Here, complementary metal‐oxide‐semiconductor compatible artificial synapses based on ferroelectric polarization modulated Schottky diodes (FEMOD) on silicon, which enables heterosynaptic plasticity with multi‐functionalities, high endurance, low power consumption, and high speed, are presented. High accuracy is obtained in the supervised learning simulation of artificial neural networks due to the large number of conductance states, good linearity, and small variations of FEMOD synapses. Boolean functions are demonstrated with only one or two FEMOD devices operating at low voltage and low power consumption. The proposed device structure performs multi‐functions of biological synapse and Boolean logic, thus provides high potential for the future large scale and low power neuromorphic computing applications.
Solid‐Electrolyte Interphase for Ultra‐Stable Aqueous Dual‐Ion Storage
Authors: Lin Zong‐Qiong , Fan Guangheng , Zhang Tao , Huo Fengwei , Xi Qiao , Wang Jie , She Tiantian , Zeng Xinwei , Weng Jiena , Huang Wei 
Published: December 2022

AbstractThe solid‐electrolyte interphase (SEI) is the key component of the electrochemical electrode as a passivation layer, which enables a long calendar life for commercial applications. However, owing to the poor understanding of aqueous SEI in conventional aqueous electrolytes, the adoption of aqueous Li‐ion batteries (ALIBs) has been drastically limited. Herein, the construction of a robust aqueous SEI is successfully demonstrated by introducing a ladderized heterocyclic polymer electrode into a water‐in‐salt electrolyte, leading to ultra‐stable dual‐ion storage with long‐term calendar life. The sophisticated SEI composed of fluorinated/oxygenated species is revealed. Electrochemical and structural analysis confirm that such SEI formation is characterized by a proton co‐intercalation, which consumes the water in the Li+'s solvation shell to trigger the subsequent decomposition of organic anions. This new SEI formation path is expected to broaden the horizons of aqueous SEI and open new avenues for the design of versatile electrode materials for further advances in ALIBs.
Asymmetric Contact Loss Dynamics during Plating and Stripping in Solid‐State Batteries
Authors: Vishnugopi Bairav S. , Naik Kaustubh G. , Kawakami Hiroki , Ikeda Nobuhisa , Mizuno Yoshifumi , Iwamura Ryosuke , Kotaka Toshikazu , Aotani Koichiro , Tabuchi Yuichiro , Mukherjee Partha P. 
Published: December 2022

AbstractSolid‐state batteries (SSBs) hold the potential to improve energy density and offer enhanced safety when compared to lithium‐ion batteries. However, the development of practical SSBs faces major challenges, such as filament growth and void formation, which necessitate a comprehensive understanding of the intrinsic solid–solid interfaces and limiting mechanisms. In this work, the underpinning asymmetry in the mechanistic interplay and resulting interface dynamics during Li plating and stripping is demonstrated, illustrating the critical effect of reaction heterogeneity on the contact loss behavior. With increasing stripping rates, the manifestation of solid–solid point contacts is identified as a key descriptor that signifies a transition in electrochemical response from a regime of continuous contact decay to current constriction. It is revealed that contact loss can also occur during plating at the Li/Li6PS5Cl interface; this severity scales with the reaction heterogeneity and is identified as an important challenge toward achieving faster charging rates in SSBs. The distinct nature of competing electrochemical–mechanical interactions that govern void formation during plating/stripping are delineated in this work. Coupled with these intrinsic mechanisms, non‐uniformities in external pressure and temperature fields drastically alter the contact dynamics, resulting in disparate void localization patterns.
A Benders decomposition framework for the optimization of disjunctive superstructures with ordered discrete decisions
Authors: Liñán David A. , Ricardez‐Sandoval Luis A. 
Published: December 2022

AbstractThis study introduces the logic‐based discrete‐Benders decomposition (LD‐BD) for Generalized Disjunctive Programming (GDP) superstructure problems with ordered Boolean variables. The key idea is to obtain Benders cuts that use neighborhood information of a reformulated version of Boolean variables. These Benders cuts are iteratively refined, which guarantees convergence to a local optimum. A mathematical case study, the optimization of a network with Continuous Stirred‐Tank Reactors (CSTRs) in series, and a large‐scale problem involving the design of a distillation column are considered to demonstrate the features of LD‐BD. The results from these case studies have shown that the LD‐BD method exhibited good performance by finding attractive locally optimal solutions relative to existing logic‐based solvers for GDP problems. Based on these tests, the LD‐BD method is a promising strategy to solve optimal synthesis problems with ordered discrete decisions emerging in chemical engineering applications.
Selection and refinement of finite elements for optimal design and control: A Hamiltonian function approach
Authors: Palma‐Flores Oscar , Ricardez‐Sandoval Luis A. 
Published: December 2022

AbstractIn this work, we propose a /methodology for the selection and refinement of finite elements for the integration of process design and control. The proposed methodology is based on the selection criteria of the Hamiltonian function through the implementation of the Pontryagin's minimum principle. The Hamiltonian function features to be continuous and constant over time for autonomous systems; nevertheless, the Hamiltonian function shows a nonconstant profile for underestimated discretization meshes, which is exploited in this work for the refinement of the discretization. Furthermore, the residuals at noncollocation points are evaluated to estimate the collocation error, this is used as a second refinement criterion in the proposed framework. The methodology is illustrated using two case studies featuring a reaction system with two CSTRs in series and the Williams–Otto reactor, respectively. The results showed that an accurate selection of the finite elements return economically attractive designs with fewer elements than those obtained with equidistributed finite element strategies.
Surface phase transformation of ZrO2 in VOx/ZrO2 catalysts for boosting propane nonoxidative dehydrogenation
Authors: Feng Bohan , Wei Yuechang , Xiong Jing , Li Dong , Lian Qian , Li Yuanfeng , Han Dawei , Zhao Zhen , Liu Jian , Song Weiyu , Xu Chunming 
Published: December 2022

AbstractThe nanocatalysts of VOx deposited on ZrO2 supports with single monoclinic (ZrO2‐M), tetragonal (ZrO2‐T), and binary monoclinic‐tetragonal (ZrO2‐MT) phase were synthesized. VOx/ZrO2‐MT catalysts exhibit better performance during propane nonoxidative dehydrogenation than VOx/ZrO2‐M and VOx/ZrO2‐T catalysts. Among VOx/ZrO2‐MT catalysts, the conversion and deactivation rate constant of VOx/ZrO2‐M31T69 catalyst is 35.2% and 0.22 h−1, respectively. The promoting role of ZrO2‐MT is revealed by experiments and theoretical calculations. The MT‐mixed phase structure in VOx/ZrO2‐MT catalyst improves the structural properties and dispersion of VOx. The tetragonal‐monoclinic transformation on the ZrO2‐MT surface facilitates VOx reduction and produces additional V3+ active sites. The highly dispersed V3+ sites on the ZrO2‐MT surface accelerate CH bond breaking and boost the desorption of propylene, which is the key reason for enhancing activity and stability during the reaction, respectively. Insight into the role of surface phase transformation of ZrO2‐MT is expected to obtain high‐efficient catalysts further.
Deep hybrid model‐based predictive control with guarantees on domain of applicability
Authors: Bangi Mohammed Saad Faizan , Kwon Joseph Sang‐Il 
Published: December 2022

AbstractA hybrid model integrates a first‐principles model with a data‐driven model which predicts certain unknown dynamics of the process, resulting in higher accuracy than first‐principles model. Additionally, a hybrid model has better extrapolation capabilities compared with a data‐based model, which is useful for process control and optimization purposes. Nonetheless, the domain of applicability (DA) of a hybrid model is finite and should be taken into account when developing a hybrid model‐based predictive controller in order to maximize its performance. To this end, a Control Lyapunov–Barrier Function‐based model predictive controller (CLBF‐based MPC) is developed which utilizes a deep hybrid model (DHM), that is, a deep neural network (DNN) combined with a first‐principles model. Additionally, theoretical guarantees are provided on stability as well as on system states to stay within the DA of the DHM. The efficacy of the proposed control framework is demonstrated on a continuous stirred tank reactor.
Inotodiol suppresses allergic inflammation in allergic rhinitis mice
Authors: Chung Jaein , Choi Mi‐Ra , Park Soo‐kyoung , Kang Jae‐Yoon , Chung Eun Hee , Park Jong‐Tae , Kim Yong Min 
Published: December 2022

AbstractBackgroundInotodiol has been proven to have antitumor, antiviral, anti‐inflammatory, and antiallergic properties. This study investigated the immunomodulatory capability of inotodiol in allergic rhinitis (AR) mice.MethodsForty BALB/c mice were divided into four groups, 10 mice each: control (CON), AR with phosphate‐buffered saline (PBS) treatment (AR), inotodiol treatment (AR+Ino), and dexamethasone treatment (AR+Dex). Episodes of sneezing and nose rubbing were counted. Cytokines in nasal lavage fluid (NLF) and immunoglobulin in blood serum were measured. Nasal mucosae from each group were used for protein, reverse transcriptase–polymerase chain reaction (RT‐PCR), and histological analyses. Splenocytes were cultured for evaluation of cytokine production in each group.ResultsSymptoms of rubbing and sneezing improved in the group of AR+Ino and AR+Dex than in the AR. NLF in the AR+Ino and AR+Dex also showed a significant decrease in interleukin (IL)‐5, IL‐10, and IL‐13 compared to the AR. In addition, the number of eosinophils, goblet cells, and mast cells were notably lower in the nasal mucosae of the AR+Ino and AR+Dex. IL‐4 and IL‐17A in the AR+Ino and AR+Dex groups were decreased compared to the AR. Chemokines related to mast cell degradation were also decreased in the AR+Ino and AR+Dex groups. Total immunoglobulin (Ig)E, specific IgE and ovalbumin (OVA)‐specific IgG1, and histamine levels were also significantly lower in the AR+Ino and AR+Dex groups. IL‐10 and IL‐13 were notably increased in the splenocytes of the AR after OVA stimulation, whereas the other groups showed no change.ConclusionThese results indicate inotodiol can help suppress allergic responses by immunomodulation activities.
An Arbitrarily Regulated Monomer Sequence in Multi‐Block Copolymer Synthesis by Frustrated Lewis Pairs
Authors: Wan Yi , He Jianghua , Zhang Yuetao 
Published: December 2022

AbstractRapid access to sequence‐controlled multi‐block copolymers (multi‐BCPs) remains as a challenging task in the polymer synthesis. Here we employ a Lewis pair (LP) composed of organophosphorus superbase and bulky organoaluminum to effectively copolymerize the mixture of methacrylate, cyclic acrylate, and two acrylates, into well‐defined di‐, tri‐, tetra‐ and even a hepta‐BCP in one‐pot one‐step manner. The combined livingness, dual‐initiation and CSC feature of Lewis pair polymerization enable us to achieve not only a trihexaconta‐BCP with the highest record in 8 steps by using four‐component monomer mixture as building blocks, but also the arbitrarily‐regulated monomer sequence in multi‐BCP, simply by changing the composition and adding order of the monomer mixtures, thus demonstrating the powerful capability of our strategy in improving the efficiency and enriching the composition of multi‐BCP synthesis.
A Homochiral Poly(2‐oxazoline)‐based Membrane for Efficient Enantioselective Separation
Authors: Wang Fanmengjing , Pizzi David , Lu Yizhihao , He Kaiqiang , Thurecht Kristofer J. , Hill Matthew R. , Marriott Philip J. , Banaszak Holl Mark M. , Kempe Kristian , Wang Huanting 
Published: December 2022

AbstractChiral separation membranes have shown great potential for the efficient separation of racemic mixtures into enantiopure components for many applications, such as in the food and pharmaceutical industries; however, scalable fabrication of membranes with both high enantioselectivity and flux remains a challenge. Herein, enantiopure S‐poly(2,4‐dimethyl‐2‐oxazoline) (S‐PdMeOx) macromonomers were synthesized and used to prepare a new type of enantioselective membrane consisting of a chiral S‐PdMeOx network scaffolded by graphene oxide (GO) nanosheets. The S‐PdMeOx‐based membrane showed a near‐quantitative enantiomeric excess (ee) (98.3±1.7 %) of S‐(−)‐limonene over R‐(+)‐limonene and a flux of 0.32 mmol m−2 h−1. This work demonstrates the potential of homochiral poly(2,4‐disubstituted‐2‐oxazoline)s in chiral discrimination and provides a new route to the development of highly efficient enantioselective membranes using synthetic homochiral polymer networks.
A novel paper‐based microfluidic device and UV‐visible spectroscopy coupled method for the field detection and analysis of seized marijuana samples
Authors: Krishna Rohith , Patil Ketan , Dixit Anirudha , Joseph Jilja , Pandey Astha 
Published: December 2022

AbstractCannabis is recorded to be the most used drug in the world. This causes a lot of difficulties for developing countries to curb the illegal cultivation, sale, and use of cannabis. The main psychoactive component of the cannabis plant is D9‐tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). The introduction of mobile forensic labs has greatly increased the testing efficiency of psychotropic substances, but the traditional methods of analysis might seem to be cumbersome for the individual experimenting with the scene of seizure. The incorporation of portable analytical devices in forensic field analysis is the approach in the right direction for the testing of drugs. In this paper, we introduce a paper‐based microfluidic device for the onsite detection of marijuana. The device comprises the fast blue B reagent (FBB) as the main reagent. The µPAD was used for the successful detection of seized marijuana. The µPAD‐based detection was combined with a UV‐Vis spectroscopic confirmation. The computational modeling of the absorbance spectra gave further insights into the product formation during the reaction of THC and FBB. This novel method helps in a faster analysis of marijuana, at a considerably lower cost; which is a great boost to the forensic community and the law enforcement authority.
A vessel collision report for Bryde's whales (Balaenoptera brydei) off the northern coast of São Paulo, Brazil
Authors: Athayde Aline , Cardoso Júlio , Francisco Arlaine , Siciliano Salvatore 
Published: December 2022

Abstract

Vessel collisions are an important threat to several cetacean species, both large and small. In addition to negatively affecting the animals themselves, collisions can also damage or sink vessels, threatening both human safety and marine industry economics.
Larger cetaceans seem to be the most affected by vessel collisions, and vessel strikes with Bryde's whales (Balaenoptera brydei/Balaenoptera edeni) have been reported worldwide.
Long‐term photo‐identification research on Bryde's whales off the northern coast of the state of São Paulo, Brazil, has been continuing since 2016. Of the 67 individuals that were photo‐identified between 2004 and January 2022, three (4%) presented scars compatible with injuries from vessel propellers. These data contribute towards an understanding of the long‐term effects of collision injuries on the behaviour and survival of Bryde's whales.
This report is intended to help inform the future evaluation of the conservation status of B. brydei off Brazil.
Comparative analysis of male reproductive accessory glands in bats Histiotus velatus (Vespertilionidae), Molossus rufus (Molossidae), and Peropteryx leucoptera (Emballonuridae)
Authors: Pimentel Pollyana B. , Ferraz Juliana Filgueira , Santigo Cornélio Souza , Soares Emília Miguel , Morielle‐Versute Eliana , Taboga Sebastião R. , Souza Carolina C. , Beguelini Mateus R. 
Published: December 2022

AbstractDespite the high number of species and wide geographic dispersion, reproductive accessory glands (RAGs) of bats have traditionally received little attention in the literature, with some species not even having a basic description of their composition and structure. Thus, this study aimed to analyze and compare the composition, anatomy, and histology of male RAGs of bat species belonging to three of the largest (cosmopolitan) bat families: Vespertilionidae (Histiotus velatus), Molossidae (Molossus rufus), and Emballonuridae (Peropteryx leucoptera), in order to understand the variations in the bat RAGs. The results showed that the RAGs of H. velatus, M. rufus, and P. leucoptera are composed of an intra‐abdominal prostatic complex, associated with the urethra, urethral glands, and a pair of inguinal bulbourethral glands; without ampullary glands or seminal vesicles. The prostatic complex can be composed of two (M. rufus and P. leucoptera) or three (H. velatus) prostatic regions, and can be compact (P. leucoptera), semi‐lobed (M. rufus), or multilobed (H. velatus). Each prostatic region has unique and distinct characteristics, with the ventral region presenting a holocrine nature, exclusive to bats; while the dorsal and/or dorsolateral regions have similar characteristics to the ventral prostate of rats and to the human peripheral zone.
Characterization of petroleum‐related natural organic matter by ultrahigh‐resolution mass spectrometry
Authors: Acter Thamina , Lee Seulgidaun , Uddin Nizam , Mow Kamarum Monira , Kim Sunghwan 
Published: December 2022

AbstractBecause petroleum‐related natural organic matter (NOM), such as humic substances, is extremely heterogeneous and complex, characterizing and identifying its chemical structure at the molecular level is attracting considerable attention. Among the different techniques for mass analysis, ultrahigh‐resolution mass spectrometry methods, such as FT‐ICR MS and its coupling with other complementary methods, have proven to be crucial for structurally characterizing complex environmental mixtures owing to their excellent analytical power. In particular, their ultrahigh resolution, unrivaled mass accuracy, remarkable ionization specificity, excellent ion activation, and high degree of flexibility for combination with hybrid instruments offer a reliable platform for analyzing petroleum‐NOM molecules. This account, aimed at contributing to the advancement of petroleum‐NOM molecule analysis, summarizes the application of FT‐ICR MS with different ionization sources and its coupling with other complementary methods developed by our research group.
Lipreading a naturalistic narrative in a female population: Neural characteristics shared with listening and reading
Authors: Saalasti Satu , Alho Jussi , Lahnakoski Juha M. , Bacha‐Trams Mareike , Glerean Enrico , Jääskeläinen Iiro P. , Hasson Uri , Sams Mikko 
Published: December 2022

AbstractIntroductionFew of us are skilled lipreaders while most struggle with the task. Neural substrates that enable comprehension of connected natural speech via lipreading are not yet well understood.MethodsWe used a data‐driven approach to identify brain areas underlying the lipreading of an 8‐min narrative with participants whose lipreading skills varied extensively (range 6–100%, mean = 50.7%). The participants also listened to and read the same narrative. The similarity between individual participants’ brain activity during the whole narrative, within and between conditions, was estimated by a voxel‐wise comparison of the Blood Oxygenation Level Dependent (BOLD) signal time courses.ResultsInter‐subject correlation (ISC) of the time courses revealed that lipreading, listening to, and reading the narrative were largely supported by the same brain areas in the temporal, parietal and frontal cortices, precuneus, and cerebellum. Additionally, listening to and reading connected naturalistic speech particularly activated higher‐level linguistic processing in the parietal and frontal cortices more consistently than lipreading, probably paralleling the limited understanding obtained via lip‐reading. Importantly, higher lipreading test score and subjective estimate of comprehension of the lipread narrative was associated with activity in the superior and middle temporal cortex.ConclusionsOur new data illustrates that findings from prior studies using well‐controlled repetitive speech stimuli and stimulus‐driven data analyses are also valid for naturalistic connected speech. Our results might suggest an efficient use of brain areas dealing with phonological processing in skilled lipreaders.
A qualitative study of the therapists' experiences of working with community reinforcement and family training
Authors: Hellum Rikke , Bilberg Randi , Nielsen Anette Søgaard 
Published: December 2022

AbstractCommunity reinforcement and family training (CRAFT) was developed to help and support concerned significant others (CSO) of people with, for example, alcohol use disorder. The aim of this study was to investigate therapists' experiences of working with CRAFT and their experiences of the CSOs receiving CRAFT. The study has a qualitative design and is based on three focus group interviews with 17 therapists. Interviews were analysed using thematic analysis. The analysis revealed six themes and four subthemes: Concerned significant others—A special group; Help prior to CRAFT—Offering information and a shoulder; CRAFT as a new and specific method (The toolbox of CRAFT, Formats for delivering CRAFT, Introducing a diary as homework and Implementing self‐help material—Alone or in combination with sessions); Moving from a lack of structure to structure; Change in CSOs from the therapists' point of view; and Change in the therapist's role (Dilemmas—Personalising the intervention). The therapists were generally satisfied with the method and found it easy to adapt to. Moreover, working using a manual was more structured than they were used to and increased feelings of working professionally with the CSOs. Specifically, most therapists found the self‐help book useful and indispensable in their work with CRAFT, but also agreed that it could not be used as a stand‐alone intervention for most CSOs. The therapists' experiences are relevant for implementation of manualised, structured approaches and group‐based interventions more broadly.