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Special issue of applied cognitive psychology: Rethinking cognition in a digital environment
Authors: Hamilton Kristy A. , Yamashiro Jeremy K. , Storm Benjamin C. 
Published: April 2023

AbstractThe digital environment has become increasingly pervasive in our lives, and as a result, may be profoundly impacting our cognitive processes. This special issue of Applied Cognitive Psychology brings together a collection of articles adopting a variety of methodological approaches and applied settings to examine how human cognition transforms in the context of digital environments. Some articles take a functional approach, examining how people use digital media as memory technology in relatively naturalistic contexts. Others adopt experimental methods to examine how basic cognitive processes such as memory and metacognition transform when embedded in digital activities such as Internet search or digital storage. Still others examine how design features of online media platforms shape how content from those different platforms are recalled. In all cases, the studies in this issue indicate how the integration of “onboard” cognitive resources with digital technologies transforms the nature and capacity of human cognition.
Distributed robust moving horizon estimation for multisensor systems with stochastic and norm‐bounded uncertainties
Authors: Afshari Melika , Rahmani Mehdi 
Published: April 2023

SummaryIn this study, a distributed robust moving horizon estimation (DRMHE) approach is proposed for time‐varying multisensor systems affected by stochastic and norm‐bounded uncertainties. First, by considering the uncertainties in all model matrices, stochastic min–max optimization problems in local and collective forms are presented to achieve the proposed estimator. Then, by converting the problems to robust regularized least‐squares problems with uncertain parameters, closed‐form solutions are obtained for estimations in both local and collective forms. Furthermore, the stability of the proposed estimator is investigated under some appropriate conditions. At last, two different examples are employed to show the robust performance and superiority of the proposed DRMHE approach compared to the existing methods.
Ultrasound Activatable Microbombs via Co‐Loading CaO2/Perfluorohexane for Cascade Catalytic Biofilm Disruption and Caries Prevention
Authors: Guo Jingmei , Liu Miao‐Deng , Lei Wenlong , Xu Yue , Li Kaifeng , Yu Jian , Sun Yun‐Xia , Huang Cui , Zhang Xian‐Zheng 
Published: April 2023

AbstractBiofilms are the chief culprits of most intractable infections and pose great threat to human health. Developing effective strategies to sweep away the detrimental microbe and stubborn biofilm still remains a challenge. Here, an ultrasound (US) activated microbomb is constructed by encapsulating perfluorohexane (PFH) and iron‐tannin modified calcium peroxide (CaO2‐TA‐Fe) in poly(lactide‐co‐glycolide) (PLGA) vesicles as the reactive oxygen species (ROS) generating reactors for dental biofilm elimination. Upon the US irradiation by ultrasonic toothbrush, the swiftly vaporized PFH can not only promptly explode the PLGA shell to facilitate the generation of H2O2 from CaO2, but also blast the tight biofilm for effective delivery of the lethal hydroxyl free radicals (•OH) caused by degradative Fe3+ from iron‐tannin network, thereby proceeding cascade catalysis eradication of biofilm. As a proof‐of‐concept, this study demonstrates the proposed synergetic paradigm that integrates the US‐triggered explosion with ROS‐induced sterilization for stubborn biofilm elimination, and is a promising tactic for the costly and prevalent caries prevention as well as the biofilm‐associated diseases treatments.
A Nonflammable Organic Electrolyte with a Weak Association State for Zinc Batteries Operated at −78.5 °C
Authors: Du Haoran , Qi Xiaoqun , Qie Long , Huang Yunhui 
Published: April 2023

AbstractTraditional rechargeable Zn batteries fail to work in cold regions due to the high freezing point (Tf) and severe corrosivity of the aqueous electrolytes with excessive association (solvent‐solvent and solute‐solvent interactions). In this study, a nonflammable weak‐associated electrolyte (WASE) consisting of ZnCl2 salt and methanol/dichloromethane mixture as a solvent is developed to achieve high reversible Zn plating/stripping at low temperatures. The low self‐association interaction of the mixed solvent not only endures WASE with a low Tf of −119.2 °C but also facilitates the desolvation of interfacial Zn2+ and induces smooth Zn plating at low temperatures. Moreover, the water‐free WASE inhibits the hydrolysis of ZnCl2 and thus restrains the corrosion of Zn electrodes. Thanks to the above merits, the Zn||Zn, Zn||Cu, and Zn||polyaniline cells with WASE exhibit superb electrochemical performance at temperatures as low as −78.5 °C.
High‐Performance Garnet‐Type Solid‐State Lithium Metal Batteries Enabled by Scalable Elastic and Li+‐Conducting Interlayer
Authors: Zheng Chujun , Lu Yan , Chang Qiang , Song Zhen , Xiu Tongping , Jin Jun , Badding Michael E. , Wen Zhaoyin 
Published: April 2023

AbstractPromoting the interfacial Li+ transport and suppressing detrimental lithium dendrites are the main challenges for developing practical solid‐state lithium metal batteries. In this respect, interface rationalizing to synergize the enhancement of ion transport and suppression of lithium dendrites is of paramount significance. Herein, a novel strategy is demonstrated to address those issues by a designed multifunctional composite interlayer. The photocrosslinkable polymer is introduced in a scalable elastic skeleton, which promotes the migration and diffusion of Li+. Moreover, adding perfluoropolyether in the interlayer benefits to regulating the formation of LiF‐rich interface, sufficiently suppress the growth of lithium dendrites. Benefitting from the elasticity, high Li+ conductivity and the lithium dendrites suppression capability, the interlayer can significantly improve the interfacial performance of the solid electrolyte/lithium interface, thus leading to the greatly enhanced electrochemical performance of solid‐state lithium metal batteries. A high critical current density of 3.6 mA cm−2 and a long cycling life at 1.0 mA cm−2 for >400 h are achieved for the symmetric cells. Besides, when used in a pouch‐type full cell coupled with LiNi0.6Co0.2Mn0.2O2 cathode, a high charged capacity of 3.25 mAh cm−2 can be maintained through 20 cycles, demonstrating its great potentials for practical application.
An In Vitro and Ex Vivo Analysis of the Potential of GelMA Hydrogels as a Therapeutic Platform for Preclinical Spinal Cord Injury
Authors: Walsh Ciara M. , Wychowaniec Jacek K. , Costello Louise , Brougham Dermot F. , Dooley Dearbhaile 
Published: April 2023

AbstractSpinal cord injury (SCI) is a devastating condition with no curative therapy currently available. Immunomodulation can be applied as a therapeutic strategy to drive alternative immune cell activation and promote a proregenerative injury microenvironment. Locally injected hydrogels carrying immunotherapeutic cargo directly to injured tissue offer an encouraging treatment approach from an immunopharmacological perspective. Gelatin methacrylate (GelMA) hydrogels are promising in this regard, however, detailed analysis on the immunogenicity of GelMA in the specific context of the SCI microenvironment is lacking. Here, the immunogenicity of GelMA hydrogels formulated with a translationally relevant photoinitiator is analyzed in vitro and ex vivo. 3% (w/v) GelMA, synthesized from gelatin type‐A, is first identified as the optimal hydrogel formulation based on mechanical properties and cytocompatibility. Additionally, 3% GelMA‐A does not alter the expression profile of key polarization markers in BV2 microglia or RAW264.7 macrophages after 48 h. Finally, it is shown for the first time that 3% GelMA‐A can support the ex vivo culture of primary murine organotypic spinal cord slices for 14 days with no direct effect on glial fibrillary acidic protein (GFAP+) astrocyte or ionized calcium‐binding adaptor molecule 1 (Iba‐1+) microglia reactivity. This provides evidence that GelMA hydrogels can act as an immunotherapeutic hydrogel‐based platform for preclinical SCI.
The Nanozyme Revolution: Enhancing the Performance of Medical Biosensing Platforms
Authors: Shamsabadi André , Haghighi Tabasom , Carvalho Sara , Frenette Leah C. , Stevens Molly M. 
Published: April 2023

AbstractNanozymes represent a class of nanosized materials that exhibit innate catalytic properties similar to biological enzymes. The unique features of these materials have positioned them as promising candidates for applications in clinical sensing devices, specifically those employed at the point‐of‐care. They notably have found use as a means to amplify signals in nanosensor‐based platforms and thereby improve sensor detection limits. Recent developments in the understanding of the fundamental chemistries underpinning these materials have enabled the development of highly effective nanozymes capable of sensing clinically relevant biomarkers at detection limits that compete with “gold‐standard” techniques. However, there remain considerable hurdles that need to be overcome before these nanozyme‐based sensors can be utilized in a platform ready for clinical use. An overview of the current understandings of nanozymes for disease diagnostics and biosensing applications and the unmet challenges that must be considered prior to their translation in clinical diagnostic tests is provided.
Cancer Models on Chip: Paving the Way to Large‐Scale Trial Applications
Authors: Gil João Ferreira , Moura Carla Sofia , Silverio Vania , Gonçalves Gil , Santos Hélder A. 
Published: April 2023

AbstractCancer kills millions of individuals every year all over the world (Global Cancer Observatory). The physiological and biomechanical processes underlying the tumor are still poorly understood, hindering researchers from creating new, effective therapies. Inconsistent results of preclinical research, in vivo testing, and clinical trials decrease drug approval rates. 3D tumor‐on‐a‐chip (ToC) models integrate biomaterials, tissue engineering, fabrication of microarchitectures, and sensory and actuation systems in a single device, enabling reliable studies in fundamental oncology and pharmacology. This review includes a critical discussion about their ability to reproduce the tumor microenvironment (TME), the advantages and drawbacks of existing tumor models and architectures, major components and fabrication techniques. The focus is on current materials and micro/nanofabrication techniques used to manufacture reliable and reproducible microfluidic ToC models for large‐scale trial applications.
Deep‐Red/Near‐Infrared Delayed Fluorescence Luminophores Based on Dipyrido[3,2‐a:2”,3”‐c]Phenazine‐11,12‐Dicarbonitrile for High‐Performance OLEDs
Authors: Cai Zheyi , Liu Zhangshan , Wu Xing , Guo Jingjing , Tang Ben Zhong , Zhao Zujin 
Published: April 2023

AbstractDeep‐red (DR) and near‐infrared (NIR) organic light‐emitting diodes (OLEDs) based on purely organic materials hold great potential in various frontier applications, but purely organic DR/NIR materials are far from satisfactory. Herein, a series of tailor‐made delayed fluorescence luminophores comprised of electron‐withdrawing dipyrido[3,2‐a:2″,3″‐c]phenazine‐11,12‐dicarbonitrile and various electron‐donating triarylamines are developed, and their thermal and electrochemical stabilities, electronic structures, photophysical properties and electroluminescence (EL) performances are investigated. They exhibit strong NIR emissions (758−767 nm) in neat films and DR/NIR emissions (680−691 nm) with good photoluminescence quantum yields (48−60%) in doped films, and prefer ordered horizontal alignment with high horizontal dipole ratios of 82−90%, which are attributed to the hybrid transition components of excited states, extended molecular plane and intramolecular hydrogen‐bonding. Their non‐doped OLEDs emit purely NIR light peaking at 820−834 nm with maximum external quantum efficiencies (ηext,maxs) of 0.66−1.06%, and thier doped OLEDs radiate DR/NIR emissions peaking at 656−748 nm with superb ηext,maxs of 14.4–31.0%. They present even better EL performances in sensitized OLEDs, with DR emissions peaking at 648−656 nm and higher ηext,maxs of 29.7−32.9%. These state‐of‐the‐art EL performances demonstrate the great potential of the developed DR/NIR delayed fluorescence luminophores in practical application.
Upcycling of Spent LiCoO2 Cathode to Lithium Dual‐Ion Battery Anode
Authors: Suriyakumar Shruti , Pattavathi Bibin , Jojo Athira , Shaijumon Manikoth M. 
Published: April 2023

AbstractOwing to the paradigm shift of the automobile industry toward the electrification of vehicles, the aftermath of batteries that power these devices at the end of their lives has to be addressed strenuously. Since upcycling strategies are hardly in the limelight, this paper focuses on giving a second life to LiCoO2 cathode as a dual‐ion battery (DIB) anode. Among many possible recovery approaches explored for cobalt, a microwave‐assisted green leaching method comprising mild leaching agents is chosen for this work. Cobalt is recovered as cobalt oxalate and converted to cobalt/cobalt oxide nanospheres embedded in a porous graphitic carbon matrix (Co3O4/Co@C). Due to the high working voltage, excellent safety, and environmental friendliness, DIBs are being considered as a replacement for lithium‐ion batteries in specific sectors. In an unconventional approach, the derived Co3O4/Co@C is effectively employed as an anode material for dual‐ion batteries. The half‐cell demonstrates a high discharge capacity of 550 mAh g−1 at 0.1 A g−1. A full‐cell DIB fabricated using Co3O4/Co@C, derived from upcycled LiCoO2 as an anode and graphite as a cathode, shows an appreciable capacity and remarkable cycling stability. This sustainable approach for upcycling exhausted LIBs can pave the way to improve the circular economy of batteries.
Thermocatalytic Degradation of Gaseous Formaldehyde Using Transition Metal‐Based Catalysts
Authors: Hua Yongbiao , Ahmadi Younes , Kim Ki‐Hyun 
Published: April 2023

AbstractFormaldehyde (HCHO: FA) is one of the most abundant but hazardous gaseous pollutants. Transition metal oxide (TMO)‐based thermocatalysts have gained much attention in its removal due to their excellent thermal stability and cost‐effectiveness. Herein, a comprehensive review is offered to highlight the current progress in TMO‐based thermocatalysts (e.g., manganese, cerium, cobalt, and their composites) in association with the strategies established for catalytic removal of FA. Efforts are hence made to describe the interactive role of key factors (e.g., exposed crystal facets, alkali metal/nitrogen modification, type of precursors, and alkali/acid treatment) governing the catalytic activity of TMO‐based thermocatalysts against FA. Their performance has been evaluated further between two distinctive operation conditions (i.e., low versus high temperature) based on computational metrics such as reaction rate. Accordingly, the superiority of TMO‐based composite catalysts over mono‐ and bi‐metallic TMO catalysts is evident to reflect the abundant surface oxygen vacancies and enhanced FA adsorptivity of the former group. Finally, the present challenges and future prospects for TMO‐based catalysts are discussed with respect to the catalytic oxidation of FA. This review is expected to offer valuable information to design and build high performance catalysts for the efficient degradation of volatile organic compounds.
The Crystallization of Disordered Materials under Shock Is Governed by Their Network Topology
Authors: Tang Longwen , Srivastava Pratyush , Gupta Vijay , Bauchy Mathieu 
Published: April 2023

AbstractWhen the shock load is applied, materials experience incredibly high temperature and pressure conditions on picosecond timescales, usually accompanied by remarkable physical or chemical phenomena. Understanding the underlying physics that governs the kinetics of shocked materials is of great importance for both physics and materials science. Here, combining experiment and large‐scale molecular dynamics simulation, the ultrafast nanoscale crystal nucleation process in shocked soda‐lime silicate glass is investigated. By adopting topological constraints theory, this study finds that the propensity of nucleation is governed by the connectivity of the atomic network. The densification of local networks, which appears once the crystal starts to grow, results in the underconstrained shell around the crystal and prevents further crystallization. These results shed light on the nanoscale crystallization mechanism of shocked materials from the viewpoint of topological constraint theory.
A Multifunctional Bioelectronic Device with Switchable Rigidity and Reconfigurable Shapes for Comprehensive Diagnosis
Authors: Jiao Yang , Zhang Yingchao , Feng Haijun , Li Haibo , Wang Zhouheng , Wang Peng , Wang Yutong , Zheng Ning , Xie Tao , Ma Yinji , Feng Xue 
Published: April 2023

AbstractSoft bioelectronic devices have potential in medical applications, especially comprehensive diagnoses that rely on immovable equipment to acquire multiple physiological signals. Challenges for bioelectronic devices lie in the opposite modulus demand for multifunctional integration and biocompatibility, and shape compatibility for reducing implantation trauma and covering target tissue. Here, this work reports a multifunctional bioelectronic device endowed with switchable rigidity and reconfigurable shapes by a fast thermal response shape memory polymer substrate. The customizable substrate has a melting temperature around body temperature (≈38 °C) and an ≈100 times modulus drop (from ≈100 MPa to ≈700 kPa). The switchable rigidity realizes stacked layers fabrication in the rigid state and self‐adaptive contact in the soft state. Shape reconfiguration allows the device to be implanted through small incisions and recover in limited spaces to envelop biosurfaces. Multiple physical, biochemical, and electrophysiological signal sensing functions are integrated in the device, realized by temperature and pH electrodes with linear, stable, and fast responses and a low‐impedance potential electrode. For some epilepsy and pericardial effusion types that a single physiological parameter fails to distinguish, animal experiments demonstrate efficiency in their comprehensive diagnosis with electrocorticogram assisted by brain temperature and electrocardiogram assisted by pericardial fluid pH, respectively.
A Non‐Volatile, Thermo‐Reversible, and Self‐Protective Gel Electrolyte Providing Highly Precise and Reversible Thermal Protection for Lithium Batteries
Authors: Liu Zezhao , Yu Qian , Oli Nischal , Gomez Jose Fernando Florez , Qiu Shen , Tian Haoran , Qiu Qian , Sun Wei , Li Kuihao , Liu Zhishan , Chen Mingming , Yuan Jinliang , Wu Xianyong , Xia Lan 
Published: April 2023

AbstractThe safety issue represents a long‐standing obstacle that retards large‐scale applications of high‐energy lithium batteries. Among different causes, thermal runaway is the most prominent one. To date, various approaches have been proposed to inhibit thermal runaway; however, they suffer from some intrinsic drawbacks, either being irreversible (one‐time protection), using volatile and flammable electrolytes, or delayed thermal protection (140–150 °C). Herein, this work exploits a non‐volatile, non‐flammable, and thermo‐reversible polymer/ionic liquid gel electrolyte as a built‐in safety switch, which provides highly precise and reversible thermal protection for lithium batteries. At high temperature, the gel electrolyte experiences phase separation and deposits polymer on the electrode surfaces/separators, which blocks Li+ insertion reactions and thus prevents thermal runaway. When the temperature decreases, the gel electrolyte restores its original properties and battery performance resumes. Notably, the optimal protection effect is achieved at 110 °C, which is the critical temperature right before thermal runaway. More importantly, such a thermal‐protection process can repeat multiple times without compromising the battery performance, indicating extraordinary thermal reversibility. To the authors' knowledge, such a precise and reversible protection effect has never been reported in any electrolyte systems, and this work opens an exciting avenue for safe operation of high‐energy Li batteries.
Easy Isomerization Strategy for Additives Enables High‐Efficiency Organic Solar Cells
Authors: Wang Yufei , Liang Zezhou , Liang Xiangfei , Wen Xuemiao , Cai Zhizhao , Shao Zhimin , Zhang Jiabin , Ran Yanxin , Yan Lihe , Lu Guanghao , Huang Fei , Hou Lintao 
Published: April 2023

AbstractThe morphological features of the active layer has always been an important factor limiting the efficiency of organic solar cells (OSCs). Although halogen‐based additives capable of forming non‐covalent bonds with active molecules can effectively adjust the morphology of active layer, the inner mechanism of positional isomerization of additives on the crystallization kinetics of bulk heterojunction has been ignored, which hinders further development of this technique. Herein, a new additive‐assisted optimization strategy for high‐efficiency OSCs based on three positional isomeric additives is proposed, which have different sites for two bromine substituents on the benzene ring. The results demonstrate that symmetrically structured additives with the smallest dipole moment, the lowest steric hindrance and the most uniformly distributed electrostatic potential, can form more suitable non‐covalent interactions with the acceptor, resulting in more reasonable molecular spatial distribution and better π–π stacking behavior. For other non‐fullerene systems, the symmetrically structured additive also shows the best effect on optimizing molecular aggregation and stacking. This work provides guidance for screening and designing additives with excellent morphology improvement capability and is expected to have a profound influence on further increasing efficiency of OSCs without adopting the isomerization strategy for active molecules possessing complex conjugated backbones and branched chains.
Long‐lasting chemiluminescence by aggregation‐induced emission surfactant with ultralow critical micelle concentration
Authors: Yu Youkai , Yuan Zhiqin , Lu Chao 
Published: April 2023

AbstractThe development of green and simple chemiluminescence (CL) systems with intensive and long‐lasting emission is highly desirable in lighting and extension of their applications. In this study, it is found that the involvement of aggregation‐induced emission (AIE) surfactant could greatly enhance the CL of luminol–H2O2–Co2+ system. The inserted hydrophobic tetraphenylethylene fluorophore in AIE is able to increase the hydrophobicity of alkyl chain and decrease the critical micelle concentration (CMC) of surfactant. The synergistic effect of micelle‐improved enrichment and CL resonance energy transfer endows luminol–H2O2–Co2+ system intensive and long‐lasting emission under neutral pH conditions (pH 7.4). The visible emission is still observed even after 60 min. Our study has opened a new avenue for exploring green and simple effective CL systems through AIE surfactant with unltralow CMC toward various applications in lighting, optical sensing, and photocatalysis, etc.