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Laser Micro/Nano‐Structuring Pushes Forward Smart Sensing: Opportunities and Challenges
Authors: Zhang Yabin , Wang Xiangyu , Yan Kai , Zhu Hai , Wang Ben , Zou Bingsuo 
Published: December 2022

AbstractPost‐pandemic era poses an imperative demand on progressive sensing devices whose performance largely relies on the morphologies and structures of sensing materials. Despite substantial efforts and advances that have been made in sensing materials with different micro/nanoscale dimensionalities, it is still challenging to couple micro/nano platforms with sensing materials together for the precise and scalable production of high‐performance sensors toward practical application scenarios. Owing to noncontact, precise, and high‐efficiency features, laser micro/nanofabrication offers a promising solution to achieve high‐quality micro/nano sensors with novel functionalities in a relatively short time. Herein, this review begins with a glance over the development of micro/nano‐structured sensors and briefly discusses the importance of laser micro/nanostructuring technology for micro/nano‐engineering of the sensors. Next, representative processing methods are elaborated in detail from a laser‐pulse‐type point of view, with potential applications toward chemical, physical, and biological targets based on different sensing mechanisms summarized. Finally, the perspectives on the opportunities and challenges of laser micro/nanostructuring strategies and materials for micro/nanosensors are presented.
Fast and Dynamic Mapping of the Protein Corona on Nanoparticle Surfaces by Photocatalytic Proximity Labeling
Authors: Zhang Zibin , Ren Junji , Dai Wenbing , Zhang Hua , Wang Xueqing , He Bing , Zhang Qiang 
Published: December 2022

AbstractProtein corona broadly affects the delivery of nanomedicines in vivo. Although it has been widely studied by multiple strategies like centrifugal sedimentation, the rapidly forming mechanism and the dynamic structure of the protein corona at the seconds level remains challenging. Here, a photocatalytic proximity labeling technology in nanoparticles (nano‐PPL) is developed. By fabricating a “core‐shell” nanoparticle co‐loaded with chlorin e6 catalyst and biotin‐phenol probe, nano‐PPL technology is validated for the rapid and precise labeling of corona proteins in situ. Nano‐PPL significantly improves the temporal resolution of nano‐protein interactions to 5 s duration compared with the classical centrifugation method (>30 s duration). Furthermore, nano‐PPL achieves the fast and dynamic mapping of the protein corona on anionic and cationic nanoparticles, respectively. Finally, nano‐PPL is deployed to verify the effect of the rapidly formed protein corona on the initial interaction of nanoparticles with cells. These findings highlight a significant methodological advance toward nano‐protein interactions in the delivery of nanomedicines in vivo.
Isolated Hf‐Isomorphously Substituted Zeolites for One‐Pot HMF Synthesis from Glucose
Authors: Srisuwanno Wanmai , Saenluang Kachaporn , Prasertsab Anittha , Salakhum Saros , Kidkhunthod Pinit , Namuangruk Supawadee , Wattanakit Chularat 
Published: December 2022

AbstractThe direct conversion of glucose to 5‐hydroxymethylfurfural (HMF) is a crucial process in biorefinery. However, it still suffers from the rational design of highly efficient catalysts for one‐pot HMF production. Herein, the pioneering design of bifunctional hafnium (Hf)‐incorporated zeolites with fine‐tuned Brønsted/Lewis acidity and hierarchical features has been illustrated via one‐pot hydrothermally prepared protocols. Most importantly, the rationally designed catalyst presents the highly dispersed isolated Hf species located at the zeolite framework, which is close to the Brønsted acid site. The designed catalysts eventually reveal superb catalytic performances in glucose conversion (95.4 ± 1.1%) and HMF yield (63.2 ± 2.0%), as well as excellent catalytic stability, which are significantly improved compared to the well‐known tin‐beta zeolite. In addition, the catalytic activity and mechanistic studies of the Hf‐beta zeolite are confirmed by the density functional theory calculations.
Surface Bromination of Lithium‐Metal Anode for High Cyclic Efficiency
Authors: Yao Xiao , Wang Jin , Lin Shiru , Tao Chengzhou , Zhang Xuezhi , Wang Wei , Zhao Chengcheng , Wang Lina , Bao Junwei Lucas , Wang Yonggang , Liu Tianxi 
Published: December 2022

AbstractLithium‐metal batteries suffer from short cycle life and poor safety due to uncontrolled dendrite growth at Li anodes. An advanced solid‐electrolyte interphase (SEI) with homogeneous chemical composition and physical structure holds great promise to address the issues. Herein, a new surface bromination approach is proposed for stabilizing SEI of Li anode via a scalable dip‐coating method. A lithium bromide‐enriched SEI is readily created on Li metal from chemical passivation by bromooctane. In‐situ optical microscopy reveals the crucial role of LiBr in inhibiting dendritic Li growth. The mechanistic investigations suggest the crystal facet (111) of LiBr provides high adsorption energy and low diffusion barriers for Li+ ions. The incorporation of LiBr into SEI guarantees the stable cycling of Li irrespective of with ether or carbonate electrolytes, and the SEI is endurable at extremely low or high temperatures. The symmetric cell of the LiBr modified Li delivers a long lifespan of 2400 h with an overpotential less than 15 mV at 0.5 mA cm‐2, 1 mAh cm‐2. When paired with commercial cathodes, decent cycling retention and rate capability are available as well. This work demonstrates a feasible strategy for the development of stable Li‐metal batteries.
Phenyl‐Free Polynorbornenes for Potential Anion Exchange Ionomers for Fuel Cells and Electrolyzers
Authors: Leonard Daniel P. , Lehmann Michelle , Klein Jeffrey M. , Matanovic Ivana , Fujimoto Cy , Saito Tomonori , Kim Yu Seung 
Published: December 2022

AbstractIonomers in the catalyst layer play a critical role in the performance of fuel cells and electrolyzers. Phenyl adsorption on hydrogen oxidation catalysts and electrochemical oxidation of phenyl moieties on oxygen evolution catalysts are detrimental to the alkaline devices’ performance. Here the adsorption energy of phenyl‐containing ionomers is compared to provide the rationale for implementing phenyl‐free ionomers. Density functional theory calculations indicated that the norbornane fragment has minimal adsorption energy on Pt(111) due to the absence of aromatic π electrons. A soluble quaternized polynorbornene ionomer is prepared by vinyl addition polymerization, and it exhibits high performance in both fuel cells and electrolyzers, proving the advantage of the phenyl‐free structure. This study establishes the phenyl adsorption energy‐electrode performance relationship, highlighting the importance of material interactions between the catalysts and ionomers.
Soil moisture variability on golf course fairways across the United States: An opportunity for water conservation with precision irrigation
Authors: Straw Chase , Bolton Connor , Young Joseph , Hejl Reagan , Friell Joshua , Watkins Eric 
Published: December 2022

AbstractConventional golf course fairway irrigation relies on visual observation of the turfgrass, followed by secondary considerations of short‐term weather forecasts, which oftentimes lead to ‘blanket’ applications to an entire area. Precision irrigation may achieve water use reductions by irrigating only where, when, and in the amount needed. Technology can further enhance its application; for example, using global navigation satellite system (GNSS)‐equipped soil moisture sensors for creating fairway soil moisture maps to identify variability. However, research regarding soil moisture variability on fairways at golf courses that differ by climatic region and course characteristics is limited. The objective of this case study was to report fairway soil moisture variability findings from nine golf courses in eight states in the United States that completed a soil moisture mapping protocol during 2019–2022. Each course used a handheld GNSS‐equipped soil moisture device to collect georeferenced soil moisture (percentage volumetric water content [VWC]) data from seven to 14 of their fairways. Soil moisture variability was assessed through summary statistics, box and whisker plots, and spatial maps. The mean soil moisture on fairways across courses was 22.4–48.8% VWC, the range was 27.6–43.7% VWC, and the CV was 7.5–39.4%. Box and whisker plots and spatial maps of soil moisture aided in visualizing variability within and between fairways at all courses. Results suggest that golf course fairway soil moisture variability is inevitable regardless of climatic region and course characteristics, which further reiterates the need for advanced irrigation practices and technologies for water conservation via precision irrigation.
Water and nitrogen management influence on oil and protein concentration in maize
Authors: Hammad Hafiz Mohkum , Abbas Farhat , Ahmad Ashfaq , Farhad Wajid , Wilkerson Carol Jo , Hoogenboom Gerrit 
Published: December 2022

AbstractThe effects of water and nitrogen management on the oil and protein concentration of maize (Zea mays L.) grown in semiarid conditions are not well documented, although it is rather important for local consumers. The objectives of this study were, therefore, to determine the interaction between different nitrogen fertilizer rates and irrigation regimes on nitrogen uptake, and oil and protein content of maize grain. The importance of this study is to understand how the interaction of nitrogen and irrigation management affects the growth of maize and, thus, identify the best management practices to attain an optimal yield. A field experiment was conducted for 2 consecutive years in 2009 and 2010 using 5 nitrogen fertilizer rates, ranging from 100 to 300 kg N ha−1, and 3 levels of irrigation management, ranging from 375 to 525 mm ha−1, for a total of 15 treatments. The results showed that nitrogen accumulation in the maize plant linearly increased in applications up to 300 kg N ha−1 even under deficit irrigation (375 mm ha−1). For the application of 300 kg N ha−1 under optimum irrigation (525 mm ha−1), nitrogen accumulation in the plant's aboveground canopy was significantly increased (e.g., 145.7 and 144.3 kg ha−1 during 2009 and 2010, respectively) as compared to smaller N application rates. The combined nitrogen and irrigation regimes of 300 kg N ha−1 with 525 mm of irrigation resulted in the numerically maximum grain oil concentration, that is, 62 and 65 g kg−1 during 2009 and 2010, respectively, and protein concentration in grains, that is, 116 and 120 g kg−1 during 2009 and 2010, respectively. The regression analyses showed that the protein and oil concentrations of the grain are significantly and positively correlated with total nitrogen uptake. The nitrogen concentration in maize is driven by irrigation water and nitrogen fertilizer rates. Therefore, irrigation water and nitrogen fertilizers are the major inputs for not only improving maize grain yield but also maize grain quality.
Observational process data analytics using causal inference
Authors: Yang Shu , Bequette B. Wayne 
Published: December 2022

AbstractVoluminous process data are available with the paradigm shift toward smart manufacturing. However, most historical data are observational, containing noncausal correlations due to confounders and mediators. Estimating causal effects from observational data remains a bottleneck in leveraging them for active applications such as optimization and control. This work aims to introduce a causal modeling framework for analyzing observational process data and extracting quantitative causal information. We demonstrate a real‐world application in steel manufacturing where causal inference is used to analyze observational production data and improve the steelmaking process. Additionally, we propose a novel formulation for identifying critical process parameters from observational data, where causal inference is combined with variance‐based methods to estimate corresponding risks of interventions to the manufacturing system. The proposed methods are compared with statistical ones to illustrate that causally interpreting statistical correlation leads to problematic results, while the provided workflow generates satisfactory strategies for process improvement.
Nickel‐Catalyzed Transfer Hydrogenation of Unactivated Aryl Alkenes with Hydrosilane as Hydrogen Source
Authors: Wang Haoran , Lu Lingyi , Xiong Biao , Ling Yong , Zeng Xiaobao , Qiu Xiaodong 
Published: December 2022

AbstractA nickel‐catalyzed transfer hydrogenation of aryl alkenes has been developed using hydrosilane as the hydrogen source. Sterically hindered disubstituted or trisubstituted alkenes were employed to test the efficiency of this transformation. Mechanism studies showed that hydrogenation took place smoothly with more sterically‐hinderedtrans‐alkenes. While uncongestedcis‐alkenes could hardly convert to the alkanes but hydrosilylation products were generated instead. Moreover, certain amount of water was found to be a promotion for the protonation process and could partly serve as the hydrogen source. Not only for simple stilbenes, this easy handle protocol also showed tolerance for substrates involving other unsaturated groups as well as heterocycles.
Quantification of [18F]florbetaben amyloid‐PET imaging in a mixed memory clinic population: The ABIDE project
Authors: Collij Lyduine E. , Salvadó Gemma , de Wilde Arno , Altomare Daniele , Shekari Mahnaz , Gispert Juan Domingo , Bullich Santiago , Stephens Andrew , Barkhof Frederik , Scheltens Philip , Bouwman Femke , van der Flier Wiesje M. 
Published: December 2022

AbstractIntroductionWe investigated amyloid‐burden quantification in a mixed memory clinic population.Methods[18F]Florbetaben amyloid‐PET (positron emission tomography) scans of 348 patients were visually read and quantified using the Centiloid (CL) method. General linear models were used to assess CL differences across syndromic and etiological diagnosis. Linear mixed models were fitted to assess the predictive value of visual read (VR) and CL on longitudinal Mini‐Mental Status Examination (MMSE).ResultsCL was associated with syndromic (F = 4.42, p = 0.014) and etiological diagnosis (F = ‐12.66, p < 0.001), with Alzheimer's disease (AD) patients showing the highest amyloid burden (62.9 ± 27.5), followed by dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB) (25.3 ± 35.5) and cardiovascular disease (CVD) (16.7 ± 24.5), and finally frontotemporal lobe degeneration (FTLD) (5.0 ± 17.22, t = –12.66, p < 0.001). CL remained predictive of etiological diagnosis (t = –2.41, p = 0.017) within the VR+ population (N = 157). VR was not a significant predictor of MMSE (t = –1.53, p = 0.13) for the SCD population (N = 90), whereas CL was (t = ‐3.30, p = 0.001).DiscussionThe extent of amyloid pathology through quantification holds clinical value, potentially in the context of differential diagnosis as well as prognosis.
Investigation of the substituent effects on the oxidation of styrene derivatives by silica‐supported heterogeneous oxidovanadium(V) coordination compound
Authors: Heydari Neda , Bikas Rahman , Shaterian Maryam , Krawczyk Marta S. , Lis Tadeusz 
Published: December 2022

Vanadium coordination compounds, [VO2L]·(CH3OH) (1a and 1b), were prepared from the reaction of tridentate hydrazone ligand, [HL=(E)‐4‐amino‐N′‐(1‐(pyridin‐2‐ylethylidene)benzohydrazide] with NH4VO3 and V2O5, respectively. These compounds were characterized by various analytical methods, and the structures of 1a and 1b were determined by single crystal X‐ray analysis which indicated that they have the same composition but crystallized in different unit cells and can be considered as polymorphs. The silica‐supported catalyst (Si‐VO2L) was obtained by immobilization of 1 on the surface of silica using propionyl chloride‐functionalized silica gel. Si‐VO2L was characterized by thermal gravimetric analysis (TGA), energy‐dispersive X‐ray spectroscopy (EDX), Fourier‐transform infrared (FT‐IR) spectroscopy, diffuse‐reflectance spectroscopy (DRS), X‐ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and X‐ray diffraction analysis (XRD) and was employed as heterogeneous catalyst in the oxidation of styrene derivatives, and aqueous H2O2 was used as the green oxidant. Si‐VO2L was recovered several times, and characterized by various analytical methods. The results indicated its high stability. The effects of parameters such as temperature, the ratio of reagents, and nature of solvent on selectivity and activity of Si‐VO2L were investigated. The results indicated that both of the steric and electronic effects of the substituents on the phenyl ring of styrene can affect the selectivity and activity of the products. Electron withdrawing groups decrease the activity of the substrate and electron donating groups increase the activity.
Heuristic price theory: A model of pluralistic price evaluations
Authors: Thomas Manoj 
Published: December 2022

AbstractEconomic price theory assumes that consumers' responses to prices can be characterized by stable demand curves and price elasticities. The author posits that this assumption lacks descriptive validity because the demand curve is rather unstable; subtle changes in framing and contextual cues can change the demand curve. The article outlines heuristic price theory, which posits that price evaluations are pluralistic in nature. Each price evaluation entails several heuristic decision rules (or decision criteria) that are activated by conscious and unconscious evaluative responses to price and the contextual cues. The extant literature identifies six types of evaluative responses that influence these heuristic decision rules: the pain of paying, price comparisons, price–quality inferences, price negotiability judgments, price fairness judgments, and price–feature tradeoff. To predict how prices influence consumer behavior in a particular context, it is important to identify the heuristic decision rules being used in that context. This implies that managers and researchers, instead of focusing only on estimating price elasticities using stylized demand curves, should also study the heuristic decision rules that shoppers use to evaluate prices.
Recent Progress in High‐voltage Aqueous Zinc‐based Hybrid Redox Flow Batteries
Authors: Park Jihan , Kim Minsoo , Choi Jinyeong , Lee Soobeom , Kim Jueun , Han Duho , Jang Hyeokjun , Park Minjoon 
Published: December 2022

AbstractThe energy density of redox flow batteries (RFBs) is generally affected by the standard electrode potential and the solubility of the redox active species. These crucial factors are closely related to the solvent in which the active materials are dissolved. Aqueous RFBs have been widely studied due to their excellent reaction kinetics and high solubility of the redox couple in aqueous media. However, the low voltage of conventional aqueous RFBs has hindered them from being candidates for practical applications. Recently, high‐voltage aqueous RFBs are implemented based on the low negative potential of the Zn/[Zn(OH)4]2− reaction in an alkaline solution. Here, we review recent progress in the design of high energy density RFBs in both aqueous and non‐aqueous electrolytes, notably focusing on the Zn/MnO2 hybrid RFBs in detail. Furthermore, strategies for inhibiting zinc dendritic growth and stabilizing manganese redox couple in the RFBs system are discussed.
Recent Changes to NEPA Regulations, Part 1
Authors: Sibree Anne E. 
Published: December 2022

Key Takeaways
An infrastructure project involves necessary layers of requirements, authorizations, and considerations that are managed by legislation such as the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
The Council on Environmental Quality, which oversees federal implementation of NEPA, recently finalized Phase 1 of the latest round of revisions.
With a clear understanding of NEPA's rules and procedures, water utilities can better ensure the success of their projects.
Effects of Position and Quantity of the Cyano Group in Organic Electrode Materials on Electrochemical Performance
Authors: An Yongkang , Liu Yu , Xiong Fangyu , An Qinyou 
Published: December 2022

AbstractRecently, organic cathodes have received wide attention as eco‐friendly and sustainable materials for aqueous Zn‐organic batteries. However, the low voltage limits its further development and the related optimization strategies are rarely reported. Herein, three HATN‐based cathode materials containing cyano groups (named O3CN, P3CN, and P6CN) are proposed to reveal the role of cyano groups. The number of cyano groups was positively correlated with the potential, and the position of cyano groups would affect the ion mobility through the steric effect. Furthermore, the cyano group also reduces the solubility of the materials in water, greatly improving the cycle stability under low current density. As a result, the average voltage increased from 0.48 V for HATN to 0.73 V for P6CN, and the capacity retained 88.2 % after 5000 cycles at 5 A g−1. This study provides a systematic reference for the improvement of the voltage of organic cathode materials in the future.
Synthesis and novel emission properties of Bi3+‐doped Ca2BO3Cl phosphor for plant cultivation
Authors: Khan Muhid S. , Mehare Manohar D. , Parauha Yatish R. , Dhale Shrikrishna A. , Dhoble Sanjay J. 
Published: December 2022

AbstractIn the present work, a series of Bi3+‐activated Ca2BO3Cl phosphors was synthesized using the conventional high‐temperature solid‐state reaction method. The crystal structure of the prepared sample was determined to be monoclinic with space group P21/c. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) analysis demonstrated the surface morphology with aggregated particles and sizes in the nano range. The presence of vibrational features and their luminescence characteristics were studied using Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy and photoluminescence (PL) techniques, respectively. At the 486 nm excitation wavelength, the PL spectrum revealed a sharp emission centred at 732 nm that was attributed to the 3P1→1S0 transition of Bi3+. The emission spectra exhibited the highest emission intensity at 0.5 mol% Bi3+ ion concentration, beyond this the emission intensity decreased due to the concentration quenching phenomenon attributed to multipolar interaction. The Commission Internationale de l'éclairage coordinates located at (0.7347, 0.2653) confirmed emission in the deep‐red region with a colour purity of 99.98%. The obtained outcomes suggested that the reported material may be a promising candidate as a red‐emitting phosphor for w‐LEDs and plant growth applications.