Article
Polymer Science
Ning Zhang, Zhicheng Pan, Chao Li, Juan Wang, Yao Jin, Shaofeng Song, Mingwang Pan, Jinfeng Yuan
Summary: Self-repairing materials with damage self-healing ability have the potential to improve the reliability, durability, and life of materials. However, waterborne polyurethane (WPU) faces challenges in its self-repair performance in the ambient environment. In this work, the use of glycylglycine methyl ester as a functional end-capping reagent improves the self-healing ability of WPU.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yun-Xiang Ma, Bin Gao, Jianping He, Jian-Fang Ma, Yanli Zhao
Summary: Hydrogen bonded metal-organic supramolecules have been designed as efficient cocatalysts for high-efficiency water oxidation photoanodes, significantly enhancing the water oxidation efficiency of BiVO4 nanoplate photoanodes. The Cu2L-modified BiVO4 photoanode showed approximately three times higher water oxidation efficiency compared to bare BiVO4 nanoplates, with stable activity maintained for three hours. Cu2L acts as an effective cocatalyst to promote holes on the photoanode surface to participate in the oxygen evolution reaction, improving the overall performance of the photoanode.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Mengmeng He, Xiao-Qiang Liu, Meijun Li, Yi Yang, Zeqin Chen, Weidong Jiang, Haiming Tang, Onyekachi Raymond
Summary: In this study, density functional theory was used to modify armchair-edged graphene nanoribbons and zigzag-edged graphene nanoribbons through functionalization, creating a candidate for designing formaldehyde sensors. Simulation results showed that the interactions between the functionalized nanoribbons and formaldehyde were mainly determined by multiple hydrogen bonds. Specifically designed functionalized nanoribbons could act as a physical sensor for detecting formaldehyde molecules.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Wencong Zhang, Minhui Wang, Jiahui Zhou, Yeming Sheng, Min Xu, Xiaolin Jiang, Yuanhao Ma, Xun Lu
Summary: By synthesizing thermoplastic polyurethanes with multiple dynamic bonds, self-healing elastomers with high strength and efficiency were successfully prepared. The self-healing mechanism can be explained from the perspective of aggregate structure, degree of microphase separation, and molecular dynamics.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Junmei Liang, Zhou Zhou, Qicheng Zhang, Xuewen Hu, WenChao Peng, Yang Li, Fengbao Zhang, Xiaobin Fan
Summary: The Fe2O3@Ti3C2Tx composite prepared by alkali treatment exhibits extremely high reversible capacity and excellent cycle stability in high-performance lithium-ion batteries.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Tsukasa Iwano, Kota Shitamatsu, Naoki Ogiwara, Masanari Okuno, Yuji Kikukawa, Satoru Ikemoto, Sora Shirai, Satoshi Muratsugu, Paul G. Waddell, R. John Errington, Masahiro Sadakane, Sayaka Uchida
Summary: A novel hybrid material composed of a Preyssler-type polyoxometalate functionalized with a 9-coordinate Eu3+ and poly(allylamine) has been synthesized, exhibiting ultrahigh proton conductivity and robust crystalline structure. The approach of strengthening and extending hydrogen-bonding network enables the material to maintain high conductivity even under lower humidity conditions.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Organic
Elsa Tufenkjian, Christophe Kahlfuss, Nathalie Kyritsakas, Mir Wais Hosseini, Veronique Bulach
Summary: In this study, a library of ten porphyrins bearing nucleobases was synthesized using two strategies: substitution and Sonogashira cross-coupling reactions. The first strategy resulted in the synthesis of four porphyrins with nucleobases at trans meso-positions, while the second strategy produced four rigid porphyrins through Sonogashira reactions.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Jihoon Kim, Kyeong-Jun Jeong, Kyoungwook Kim, Chang Yun Son, Moon Jeong Park
Summary: Tailor-made end-functional groups were introduced to develop advanced polymer electrolytes for lithium-ion batteries, enhancing electrochemical stability and lithium transference number. Effective interchain coordination interactions improved the electrochemical and mechanical properties of nanostructured polymer electrolytes.
Article
Chemistry, Organic
Alex Iglesias-Reguant, Judyta Zielak-Milewska, Tomasz Misiaszek, Robert Zalesny, Josep M. Luis, Borys Osmialowski
Summary: This study investigates the halogen-bonding interactions between a pyridine-functionalized fluoroborate dye and perfluorohaloarenes using fluorescence spectroscopy. The results indicate that only the complex formed between C6F5I and the emissive dye is stable, and halogen-bonding interactions lead to significant Stokes shifts for the pi pi * band. Experimental evidence also shows that the emission of this complex is suppressed due to a simultaneous decrease in radiative decay rate constant and an increase in nonradiative decay rate constant.
JOURNAL OF ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Mechanics
Jianhui Su, Caiwang Tan, Xinbo Wang, Haoyue Li, Yifan Liu, Xiaohui Han, Ziwei Feng, Hongbo Xia, Bo Chen, Xiaoguo Song
Summary: A novel multiple modification approach including laser texturing, micro-arc oxidation process and silane coupling agent treatment was proposed to optimize the bonding interface. The approach enhanced the bonding strength by promoting mechanical interlocking, generating new chemical bonds, and inducing hydrogen bonds. The comprehensive enhancement of mechanical interlocking, chemical bonding, and functional groups interaction improved the reliability of metal-CFRTP bonding structures.
COMPOSITE STRUCTURES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Daniel A. Decato, Asia Marie S. Riel, James H. May, Vyacheslav S. Bryantsev, Orion B. Berryman
Summary: This paper experimentally quantifies a Hydrogen Bond-Enhanced Halogen Bond (HBeXB) for the first time, showing that electron-rich halogen bond donors are strengthened most by an adjacent hydrogen bond, and stronger hydrogen bond donors enhance the halogen bond the most. X-ray crystal structures and F-19 NMR titrations support the findings, laying the foundation for future studies on hydrogen bonds and halogen bonds in close proximity.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Suyoung Lee, Dong Soo Hwang
Summary: By comparing the interaction energies of chitosan-catechol and chitosan-pyrogallol, this study reveals the impact of phenolic moieties on chitosan adhesives. The phenolic moieties can decrease the rigidity of the chitosan chain and increase solubility, thereby enhancing adhesion and cohesion.
MACROMOLECULAR RAPID COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Elena Vulpe, Sylvain Grosjean, Zahid Hassan, Veronique Bulach, Mir Wais Hosseini, Stefan Brase
Summary: A series of halogen-bonded discrete, one-dimensional supramolecular architectures were prepared by co-crystalizing a sterically hindered class of homologous ditopic para-xylenes with mono-, di-, and triiodofluorobenzene. The solid-state structures investigated by X-ray diffraction show that the molecular geometry of the tectons and halogen bond directionality translates into corresponding XB cocrystals with a conformational twist at the planes of para-xylene. The bipyridine tectons grafted with photo-responsive azobenzene side-group can be remotely modulated by light in the halogen-bonded chains, offering innovative applications possibilities.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Kyung-Seok Kang, Anthony Phan, Chisom Olikagu, Taeheon Lee, Douglas A. Loy, Minho Kwon, Hyun-jong Paik, Seung Jae Hong, Joona Bang, Wallace O. Parker, Monia Sciarra, Alberto R. Angelis, Jeffrey Pyun
Summary: A method for producing high-performance sulfur-based plastics with improved thermomechanical properties, elasticity and flame retardancy has been developed, involving the synthesis of sulfur-based segmented multi-block polyurethanes and thermoplastic elastomers. These materials incorporate a significant amount of sulfur and exhibit controlled tensile strength, elasticity, and enhanced flame retardancy compared to traditional thermoplastic polyurethanes.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yemima Ehrnst, Peter C. Sherrell, Amgad R. Rezk, Leslie Y. Yeo
Summary: A novel strategy using high-frequency hybrid sound waves to enhance hydrogen evolution reactions in neutral electrolytes is presented. By modifying the coordination state of water molecules and utilizing other synergistic effects, the technology achieves a significant reduction in overpotential, increase in current density, and energy saving.
ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xiaopei Li, Eydhah Almatrafi, Han Wang, Xuran Liu, Yang Yang, Chengyun Zhou, Xiang Tang, Xiaoya Ren, Linmiao Yin, Guangming Zeng, Dongbo Wang
Summary: A one-step hydrothermal method was used to synthesize a BiOCl/UiO-66 composite photocatalyst, which showed high efficiency in removing Cr(VI) from wastewater without adjusting the pH value and adding hole or hydroxyl radical scavengers. The composite also exhibited an extended surface area, increased active sites and improved charge separation and transfer efficiency.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Shengzhan Wang, Xiaopei Li, Song-Zhu Kure-Chu, Biwei Deng, Xiaohui Li, Xiufeng Xiao
Summary: Mg-rare earth (RE) alloy, Mg-1Gd (G1), was deformed by electroplastic-asymmetric rolling (EASR) and symmetric electroplastic rolling (ER). Microstructure and texture evolutions of the rolled alloys were characterized using EBSD, XRD, and TEM observations. Tensile tests were conducted to evaluate the mechanical properties of the rolled samples. The results showed that EASR processed sample exhibited superior rollability and tensile properties compared to the ER processed sample, which can be attributed to the abnormal activity of {1012} twinning and concomitant texture evolution during EASR. The study demonstrated the feasibility of activating {1012} twinning of Mg alloys directly through the rolling process, offering a novel approach to address the poor rollability of Mg alloys.
MATERIALS CHARACTERIZATION
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Peng Tang, Xiaopei Li, Chunling Xie, Xiufeng Xiao
Summary: This study constructed highly ordered titanium dioxide nanotube arrays (TNTs) by changing the tissue structure of the titanium substrate, and investigated the influence of the titanium substrate structure on the growth morphology of nanotubes. The results showed that after rolling, there were a large number of dislocations and microscopic internal stresses in the grain structure of the titanium substrate, which improved the corrosion resistance of the materials. The changes in the microstructure of these materials made the nanotube arrays have highly ordered structure and better photoelectrochemical properties, providing a new idea for improving their applications in photoelectrochemistry.
ACS APPLIED NANO MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
Dong-Qiao Lei, Guo-Yong Huang, Shu-Qing Qiu, Xiao-Pei Li, Chen-Si Wang, Gui-Zhen Fang, Lingtian Xie, Guang-Guo Ying
Summary: In this study, the endocrine system effects of Estrone (E1) at environmentally relevant concentrations in western mosquitofish were evaluated. Exposure to E1 led to feminization of male fish and inhibited the growth of females. The transcripts of genes related to sex differentiation and HPGL axis were also altered in E1-exposed adult fish and embryos inside females.
AQUATIC TOXICOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Medical Informatics
Shugen Xiao, Fan Liu, Liyuan Yu, Xiaopei Li, Xihong Ye, Xingrui Gong
Summary: A machine learning model was established to predict the probability of intraoperative blood transfusion during intracranial aneurysm surgery. The best learning model was selected and a nomogram was established based on logistic regression algorithm, showing good discriminative ability. The AUC values of the nomogram in the development and validation groups were 0.828 and 0.796, respectively.
BMC MEDICAL INFORMATICS AND DECISION MAKING
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Yan Li, Hongyan Liu, Shuting Ye, Bumei Zhang, Xiaopei Li, Jiapei Yuan, Yongrui Du, Jianmei Wang, Yang Yang
Summary: Endometriosis is a complex gynecological disorder that affects 6-10% of reproductive-aged women. This study used GWAS summary statistics to examine the causal relationship between coagulation factors and the risk of endometriosis.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xiao-Pei Li, Shu-Qing Qiu, Dong-Qiao Lei, Chen-Si Wang, Lingtian Xie, Guang-Guo Ying, Guo-Yong Huang
Summary: In this study, the ecotoxicological effects of Bisphenol 4-[1-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexyl] phenol (BPTMC) on marine medaka embryos were examined. Low concentrations of BPTMC stimulated certain developmental and behavioral effects, while higher concentrations led to inflammatory response and altered heart rate and swimming velocity. BPTMC also affected the concentrations of estrogen receptors, vitellogenin, and endogenous 17 beta-estradiol, as well as transcriptional levels of estrogen responsive genes in the embryos or/and larvae.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Xiaoyan Ding, Xiaopei Li, Juntao Ren, He Li, Yongjie Zhang, Yanming Hu, Guangyuan Zhou
Summary: In this study, two series of ionic liquids, acidic and basic ones, were used as eco-friendly catalysts for alcoholysis of ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer. It was found that nearly 100% alcoholysis degree could be achieved using acidic ionic liquid under the optimum conditions, and the acidic ionic liquid showed excellent recyclability. The interactions between ionic liquid and the substrate were investigated, and the plausible mechanisms of acidic and basic ionic liquid catalyzed alcoholysis of ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer were proposed.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Shu-Qing Qiu, Guo-Yong Huang, Xiao-Pei Li, Dong-Qiao Lei, Chen-Si Wang, Guang-Guo Ying
Summary: This study investigates the potential endocrine disrupting effects of plastic leachates on marine organisms, particularly on marine medaka larvae. The results show that endogenous estradiol is more sensitive to plastic leachates than other hormones, and estrogen receptor alpha is the most affected gene. Aged plastics have a greater endocrine disrupting effect compared to virgin plastics, and the additives in plastic leachates also play an important role in regulating the endocrine system.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Erli Lin, Xiaopei Li, Song-Zhu Kure-Chu, Xiaohui Li, Xiufeng Xiao
Summary: The effect of electrical parameters on the microstructure and corrosion resistance of anodized film was investigated. It was found that the corrosion resistance of the alloy can be significantly enhanced with appropriate electrical parameters, and the corrosion current decreases by nearly three orders of magnitude. The thickness and porosity of the anodized film were found to be strongly related to its corrosion resistance.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS ENGINEERING AND PERFORMANCE
(2023)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Huchuan Yan, Cui Lai, Shiyu Liu, Dongbo Wang, Xuerong Zhou, Mingming Zhang, Ling Li, Xiaopei Li, Fuhang Xu, Jinxin Nie
Summary: Proper wastewater treatment has always been a focus of human society, and persulfate-based advanced oxidation processes (PS-AOPs) using metal-carbon hybrid materials have emerged as one of the most effective technologies for wastewater treatment. Metal-carbon hybrid materials overcome the limitations of single metal and carbon catalysts by combining their advantages, and this article reviews recent studies on their application in PS-AOPs for wastewater decontamination. The interactions, active sites, application, mechanism, modulation methods, and future development directions of metal-carbon hybrid materials are discussed.
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
Shu-Qing Qiu, Guo-Yong Huang, Xiao-Pei Li, Dong-Qiao Lei, Chen-Si Wang, Guang-Guo Ying
Summary: The issue of additives leached from plastics and their endocrine disrupting effects have attracted attention. This study assessed the transcriptional responses of endocrinerelated genes in marine medaka embryos exposed to leachates from aged plastics immersed in simulated seawater or fish digest. The results showed significant differences in gene transcripts between the two types of leachates, and other leached additives may also impact gene transcription. This study provides molecular evidence of the endocrine disrupting effects of aged plastic leachates and calls for further research on the primary factors affecting transcriptional alterations.
AQUATIC TOXICOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Peng Lu, Xiaopei Li, Ben Li, Xiangyu Li, Chufan Wang, Zhaoyang Liu, Yumeng Ji, Xufeng Wang, Ziang Wen, Jidan Fan, Chenlong Yi, Meijuan Song, Xiaowei Wang
Summary: Acute lung injury (ALI) is a life-threatening complication of cardiac surgery with a high morbidity and mortality rate. Epithelial ferroptosis is involved in the pathogenesis of ALI, and MOTS-c has been shown to play a role in regulating inflammation and sepsis-associated ALI. This study aimed to observe the effect of MOTS-c on myocardial ischemia reperfusion (MIR)-induced ALI and ferroptosis. The results showed that MOTS-c suppressed ferroptosis and alleviated ALI induced by MIR, and its protective effect was dependent on the PPAR? signaling pathway.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PHARMACOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Liyuan Yu, Xue Zhang, Fei Jiang, Hongyu Zheng, Xiaopei Li, Xihong Ye, Xingrui Gong, Hui Xing
Summary: This study aimed to accurately identify high-risk patients with preoperative anxiety and postoperative pain before gynecological surgery through prediction models. The results showed that age, sleep duration, preoperative pain, and preoperative anxiety assessed by a quantitative scale were relevant factors for preoperative anxiety. Preoperative pain, surgery type, pre-anesthesia anxiety assessed by a quantitative scale, and patient-controlled analgesia were relevant factors for postoperative pain.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yahui Zhang, Xiangyu Zhao, Yue Qin, Xiaopei Li, Yongxin Chang, Zhenqiang Shi, Mengyuan Song, Wenjing Sun, Jie Xiao, Zan Li, Guangyan Qing
Summary: The self-assembly of iron-sulfur complexes enables efficient and selective detection of polyamines through an order-to-order transition mechanism. This innovative mode of response greatly improves chemical sensing processes and performance. The order-order transition of the assemblies driven by the polyamine captures metal ions and leads to improved detection efficiency, specificity, convenient visual detection, and recyclability of the sensing system.
COMMUNICATIONS CHEMISTRY
(2023)
