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Chemistry, Physical
Jiseok Park, Dongjoon Kim, Sang Woo Byun, Hyeonwoo Shin, Yanggeun Ju, Haehyun Min, Young Jin Kim, Iljeong Heo, Melanie J. Hazlett, Minkyu Kim, Sung Bong Kang
Summary: This study investigates the effect of different Pd/Pt ratios on the catalytic methane oxidation reaction. It is found that under dry feed conditions, Pd-only catalyst exhibits the best performance, while under wet feed conditions containing water vapor, bimetallic Pd/Pt catalysts with a small fraction of Pt show superior catalytic performance.
APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL
(2022)
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Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Numan Yuksel, Ahmet Kose, M. Ferdi Fellah
Summary: In this study, the adsorption of propylene oxide on metal-doped graphene sheets was investigated using theoretical calculations. The results show that Pt-doped and Pd-doped graphene sheets have good adsorption performance for propylene oxide and can be used as gas sensors.
SENSORS AND ACTUATORS A-PHYSICAL
(2022)
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Spectroscopy
Meilin Mu, Hongwei Gao
Summary: This study explores the best combination of geometric optimization and frequency calculation methods for the trans,trans,trans-[Pt(N-3)(2)(OH)(2)(py)(2)](FM-190). The CAM-B3LYP/SDD method is found to be the most suitable for geometric optimization, while LSDA/SDD method performs better in frequency calculation and assigning infrared vibration peaks. Additionally, the study successfully analyzes the HOMO and LUMO of the complex and explains the hyperconjugation of the pyridine ring through NBO analysis.
SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA PART A-MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY
(2021)
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Chemistry, Physical
Xinbao Li, Pengfei Shen, Xinyi Han, Yucheng Wang, Yingying Zhu, Zan Wu
Summary: The dehydrogenation mechanisms of liquid organic hydrogen carriers were studied using density functional theory calculations on different metal surfaces, revealing linear relationships between adsorption energies and hydrogen removal. The rate-determining step of cyclohexane dehydrogenation to C6H5* was identified, with reactivity order of Rh(1 1 1) > Pt(1 1 1) > Pd(1 1 1) > Ni(1 1 1).
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2021)
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Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Shivam Kansara, Sanjeev K. Gupta, Yogesh Sonvane, P. N. Gajjar
Summary: This study investigated the properties of palladium (Pd) and platinum (Pt) nanowires as hydrogen storage materials using density functional theory (DFT), revealing strong hydrogen adsorption capabilities on both Pd and Pt nanowires. The hydrogen gravimetric storage capacity of Pd MNWs was found to be higher than that of Pt NWs.
MATERIALS TODAY COMMUNICATIONS
(2021)
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Chemistry, Applied
Xue Wei, Wei-Bo Cui, Feng-Yi Sun, Hui Li, Jing-Fu Guo, Xue-Li Hao, Ai-Min Ren
Summary: In this paper, density functional theory (DFT) and timedependent density functional theory (TDDFT) calculations were used to study the properties of Pt(II) and Pd(II) complexes. The designed Pd(II) complex showed a large two-photon absorption cross section and long triplet excited state lifetime, making it a potential candidate for an effective two-photon absorption photosensitizer.
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Chemistry, Analytical
Xinyue Li, Hongjing Fei, Yanlin Zhang, Zheng Zhang, Huakang Zong, Bo Liu, Guotao Duan, Yuanyuan Luo
Summary: In this study, Pt/SnO2-Pd nanomaterial was prepared as a nanoelectrode for a fuel cell-type hydrogen sensor with zero power consumption. The results showed that this sensor has high selectivity and sensitivity to H2 gas, with an unprecedented low detection limit of 1 ppm, and is not affected by humidity.
SENSORS AND ACTUATORS B-CHEMICAL
(2023)
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Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Fajar I. Pambudi
Summary: The electronic properties of heterometallic zeolitic imidazolate frameworks containing Cd and Zn metal centres have been investigated using density functional theory. It was found that the mixed-metal ZIF-8(Zn/Cd) has the ability to fine tune the band gap energy.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
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Chemistry, Physical
Miaolin Wang, Sihan Cheng, Wen Zeng, Qu Zhou
Summary: Through computational study, it was found that the dopants of transition metal atoms can significantly enhance the adsorption effect of MoTe2 monolayer on CO gas, and the adsorption process is chemical adsorption. The results of this study provide a reliable theoretical foundation for understanding the gas adsorption mechanism of MoTe2 material and the detection of toxic and harmful gases by MoTe2 sensor.
SURFACES AND INTERFACES
(2022)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xianzhuo Lao, Xuejiang Liao, Chen Chen, Jiasheng Wang, Likang Yang, Ze Li, Jun-Wei Ma, Aiping Fu, Hongtao Gao, Peizhi Guo
Summary: A facile low-temperature synthesis method is employed to successfully synthesize Pd-enriched-HEA-core and Pt-enriched-HEA-shell nanoparticles with a single phase of face-centred cubic structure. These nanoparticles show excellent electrocatalytic activity and durability for methanol oxidation and ethanol oxidation reactions. This study provides a promising direction to find a feasible route for scalable high-entropy alloy manufacturing with potential applications.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2023)
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Chemistry, Physical
Yao Wang, Tao Li, Yujie Peng, Yingang Gui, Hao Sun
Summary: This paper investigates the structural and adsorption characteristics of metal-doped GeSe monolayers using density functional theory. The study reveals that conductivity significantly increases after Pd or Pt doping, with a decrease in work function. Furthermore, the dopant acts as the main electron donor in forming new chemical bonds through chemical adsorption, enhancing adsorption and sensing performance of the monolayers.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
D. V. Lazurenko, G. D. Dovzhenko, V. V. Lozanov, I. Y. Petrov, T. S. Ogneva, K. I. Emurlaev, I. A. Bataev
Summary: It has been found that the addition of transition metals Mn and Pt can retain the Ti5Al11 phase at room temperature. Through experiments and density functional theory predictions, it was discovered that the addition of Mn and Pt significantly reduces the total energy, volume, and bond length of the Ti5Al11 compound, thereby suppressing the Ti5Al11 -> TiAl transformation and preserving the lattice tetragonality, ultimately leading to the retention of the Ti5Al11 phase at room temperature.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2023)
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Chemistry, Physical
Syamimi Sulfiza Shamsuri, Erna Normaya, Hakimah Ismail, Anwar Iqbal, Mohd Bijarimi Mat Piah, Yang Farina, Ahmad Sazali Hamzah, Mohamad Norazmi Ahmad
Summary: In this study, (1E)-1-(2-Pyrazinyl)ethanone thiosemicarbazone (PT) was synthesized and characterized using various spectroscopic techniques and in-silico methods. PT showed significant inhibitory effects on enzymatic browning and tyrosinase enzymes. The mechanisms of PT against tyrosinase were visualized and supported by molecular docking. Evaluation of physicochemical properties and analysis of drug scores and Lipinski's Rule of Five indicated good properties of PT.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR STRUCTURE
(2023)
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Oncology
Meilin Mu, Hongwei Gao
Summary: In this study, the geometric structure and molecular properties of azido Pt(IV) compounds containing picoline were calculated using DFT. The reaction sites, infrared spectra, charge transfer, and electron density were analyzed through ESP distribution, frequency calculation, HOMO-LUMO energy gaps, Mulliken charges, natural atomic charges, and NBO analysis.
FRONTIERS IN ONCOLOGY
(2022)
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Chemistry, Physical
Tianyan Jiang, Hao Wu, Zhitao Luo, Yiping Liu, Xi Chen, Maoqiang Bi
Summary: In this study, metals (Pt, Pd, and Ag) doped on ZrSSe monolayer were used to detect the decomposition gases of SF6. The results show that metals tend to be doped on the S surface of ZrSSe and the adsorption properties of SF6 decomposition gases were altered. This study provides a theoretical basis for the application of ZrSSe material in gas sensors.
CHEMICAL PHYSICS LETTERS
(2023)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zheng Jian Chen, Hong Wei Xi, Kok Hwa Lim, Jong-Min Lee
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2015)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Shu-Hua Zhang, Emma Carter, Hong-Wei Xo, Yongxin Li, Kok Hwa Lim, Cheuk-Wai So
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
(2017)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Bin Du, Shuping Han, Feifei Zhao, Kok Hwa Lim, Hongwei Xi, Xiangjie Su, Hanchun Yao, Jie Zhou
NANOMEDICINE-NANOTECHNOLOGY BIOLOGY AND MEDICINE
(2016)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Mahasin Alam Sk, Lin Huang, Peng Chen, Kok Hwa Lim
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY C
(2016)
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Energy & Fuels
Zhen Guo, Kok Hwa Lim, May Chen, Beng Joo Reginald Thio, Bernard Liat Wen Loo
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Chemistry, Applied
Hong-Wei Xi, Ho Wee Goh, Jason Zhichuan Xu, Peter Peng Foo Lee, Kok Hwa Lim
JOURNAL OF ENERGETIC MATERIALS
(2018)
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Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Celestine Seow, Muhammad Luthfi Bin Ismail, Hong-Wei Xi, Yongxin Li, Kok Hwa Lim, Cheuk-Wai So
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xiang Li, Rern Jern Lim, Jong Min Lee, Xin Wang, Kok Hwa Lim
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR CATALYSIS A-CHEMICAL
(2014)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Hong-Wei Xi, Siti Zubaidah Binte Mohammad Mazian, Hay Yee Serene Chan, Huey Hoon Hng, Ho Wee Goh, Kok Hwa Lim
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR MODELING
(2019)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Hong-Wei Xi, Sultana Bedoura, Mahasin S. K. Alam, Kok Hwa Lim
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Kok Hwa Lim, Chong Seng Teng
Summary: With the implementation of the major hazards installations regulatory framework in Singapore, the chemical and pharmaceutical industry has been focusing on building up capabilities for demonstrating risk reduction to regulators. Through collaboration with Pfizer, a Specialist Certificate in Process Safety was established to harmonize industry training and develop in-house process safety practitioners. The training approach integrated hands-on learning and was further incorporated into pharmaceutical engineering modules to ensure new graduates have essential process safety skills.
PROCESS SAFETY PROGRESS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Sultana Bedoura, Hong-Wei Xi, Ho Wee Goh, Kok Hwa Lim
Summary: Using density functional theory (DFT) method, the study investigated the properties of triazole-based donor-acceptor (DA) pi-conjugated molecules, revealing that certain acceptors with specific substituents exhibit stronger conjugation and electron delocalization, leading to lower LUMO energies. The introduction of heteroatoms such as S and Se in the acceptor structure significantly reduces the bandgap. Additionally, polymers composed of Y4 donor and X1 acceptor fragments show promising potential for heterojunction organic solar cell applications.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR STRUCTURE
(2022)
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Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Hong-Wei Xi, Sultana Bedoura, Mahasin Alam Sk, Kok Hwa Lim
Summary: The ring strain, pi-sigma hyperconjugation, and ring-opening reactions of silicon-substituted cyclobutenes were studied systematically. The strength of the ring strain was characterized by the deviation of bond angles and bond lengths, while pi-sigma hyperconjugation was found to relax the ring strain. The thermal ring opening reactions were predicted to follow a symmetry-allowed mechanism, with the contribution of bond energy determining whether the process is endothermic or exothermic.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Muhammad Rithaudin Bin Yep Abu, Kok Hwa Lim
Summary: Managing teaching and research laboratories at universities is becoming increasingly complex, especially when they serve as hybrid laboratories that serve both functions simultaneously. To ensure safety and security, selected elements of process safety management were adopted to establish a strong approach to laboratory safety management. These elements were customized to meet the changing requirements of research activities and laboratory users, including undergraduates and researchers. The focus was on both user and technical aspects, covering employee participation and change management. The main objective was to cultivate and maintain a laboratory safety culture that safeguards all users and minimizes damage to assets.
PROCESS SAFETY PROGRESS
(2023)
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Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Yu-Liang Shan, Bi-Xiang Leong, Hong-Wei Xi, Rakesh Ganguly, Yongxin Li, Kok Hwa Lim, Cheuk-Wai So
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2017)