Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Venkata Suresh Vajrala, Valentin Saunier, Lionel G. Nowak, Emmanuel Flahaut, Christian Bergaud, Ali Maziz
Summary: This study introduces a flexible implantable 4-channel microelectrode probe coated with a nanocomposite of PEDOT and CNF that shows remarkable electrochemical properties, including high surface area and low impedance, suitable for high-performance in vivo neuronal recording and stimulation.
FRONTIERS IN BIOENGINEERING AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Liyu Zhu, Peng Ye, Limei Zhang, Yuting Ren, Jing Liu, Jiandu Lei, Luying Wang
Summary: Ultrahigh proton conductivity and superior stability are achieved in COF membranes by linking 2D TB-COF nanosheets with 1D lignocellulosic nanofibrils (LCNFs) through π-π and electrostatic interactions. The high concentration of -SO3H groups within the COF pores and the abundant proton transport paths at COFs-LCNFs interfaces contribute to the ultrahigh proton conductivity. Oxygen atoms on the keto groups facilitate the directional migration of protons along the stacked nanochannels of COFs. The simple design concept and reliable operation of this mixed-dimensional composite membrane provide an ideal platform for next-generation conductive materials.
Article
Polymer Science
Mohd Adib Tajuddin Ahmad, Norizah Abdul Rahman
Summary: In this study, lignin was used as a soft template to mix with PAN and produce porous nanofibers following selective chemical dissolution. The removal of lignin significantly increased the specific surface area of the PAN/lignin nanofibers, showing potential for the production of highly porous carbon nanofibers.
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Thomas Bayer, Benjamin Vaughan Cunning, Bretislav Smid, Roman Selyanchyn, Shigenori Fujikawa, Kazunari Sasaki, Stephen Matthew Lyth
Summary: Nanocellulose, after sulfonation, shows enhanced conductivity and is promising for fuel cell applications. Spray-coated cellulose membranes exhibit high current density and power density in fuel cells.
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Liyu Zhu, Huatai Zhu, Luying Wang, Jiandu Lei, Jing Liu
Summary: In order to achieve the goals of carbon peaking and carbon neutrality, the development of stable and high-performance ion-conducting materials is of great significance in various energy storage and conversion devices. Covalent organic frameworks (COFs) are considered a promising alternative due to their tunable structure, well-defined pores, and thermal/chemical stability. This review provides a comprehensive summary and discussion on the prospects and challenges of proton-conducting COFs, including design strategies, proton conducting mechanisms, structure-function relationships, and research applications. The report also presents theoretical simulations, advanced structural characterizations, and future prospects and challenges in detail.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Ye Dong, Xue Dong, Lan Li, Jinyu Wu, Liwen Yan, Jiachen Liu, Anran Guo
Summary: The study focused on the manufacturing and properties of aluminum borate nanofibrous porous ceramics using electrospun nanofibers with a high aspect ratio as the skeleton. Results showed that these ceramics had higher porosity and lower thermal conductivity after sintering compared to ceramics with aluminum borate whiskers as the skeleton.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yu Fu, Yue Wu, Shuhui Chen, Wenxiang Zhang, Ying Zhang, Tong Yan, Bolun Yang, Heping Ma
Summary: Ionic covalent organic frameworks (COFs) with zwitterionic groups exhibit high SO2 adsorption capacity and impressive SO2/CO2 selectivity due to the separated cationic and anionic groups in their channels. The zwitterionic groups in COFs' channels can induce complete proton carrier deprotonation, leading to outstanding anhydrous proton conductivity. This work opens up possibilities for designing well-defined zwitterionic frameworks for gas separation and ion conduction.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Chi Wang, Yingfei Zhan, Yang Wu, Xiaowen Shi, Yumin Du, Yan Luo, Hongbing Deng
Summary: The study focused on fabricating cellulose-TiO2/REC composite nanofibrous mats via electrospinning, which showed improved adsorption capacity for heavy metals like Pb2+, Cu2+, and Cd2+. By trapping inorganic adsorbents in a natural polymer matrix, the composite nanofibrous mats successfully removed heavy metals from acidic wastewater, presenting potential applications in environmental remediation.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Xiaowei Wu, Ziya Liu, Hu Guo, You-Lee Hong, Bingqing Xu, Kun Zhang, Yusuke Nishiyama, Wei Jiang, Satoshi Horike, Susumu Kitagawa, Gen Zhang
Summary: By utilizing a host-guest supramolecular chemistry-induced strategy, hydrogen bond networks were successfully assembled along the nanochannels of COFs, enabling efficient anhydrous proton transfer. This work demonstrates the great advantage of COFs serving as a supramolecular host for ions in the solid state.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2021)
Review
Polymer Science
Xiuyu Zhao, Yao Chen, Zhifang Wang, Zhenjie Zhang
Summary: Researchers have shown extensive interest in covalent organic frameworks (COFs), which are a new class of crystalline porous polymers with highly ordered porous structures and excellent chemical stability. COFs have great potential for ion conduction applications, especially in proton conduction, lithium-ion conduction, and anion conduction.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Deshan Zhang, Yanyan Gao, Tian-Xiang Luan, Ke Cheng, Chunhui Li, Pei-Zhou Li
Summary: TaPOP-1 is a triazole-based porous organic polymer synthesized by click reaction, exhibiting high thermal stability and porosity. Incorporating sulfonic acid into TaPOP-1 resulted in a significant increase in proton conductivity, making it a promising candidate for proton-conductive electrolytes.
MICROPOROUS AND MESOPOROUS MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Wenhao Sun, Baorui Pan, Xiang Song, Heye Xiao, Jie Zhou, Dan Sui
Summary: This study focuses on the design, prediction, and validation of a novel composite sound absorber similar to the feather surface structure of barn owls. It demonstrates that a nanofibrous membrane can effectively enhance the acoustic performance of porous materials and provides a suitable thickness range for improving sound absorption coefficient.
MATERIALS & DESIGN
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Kiran Donthula, Usha Rani Malothu, Ramya Araga, Ramsagar Vooradi, Venkata Suresh Patnaikuni, M. V. Reddy, Manohar Kakunuri
Summary: In this study, a ternary composite of polyaniline (PANI) deposited onto electrospun MXene-embedded carbon nanofibers (CNF) using in situ polymerization was synthesized. The fiber diameter and micropore volume increased with the deposition of PANI. The flexible binder-free PANI/MXene/CNF composite electrode showed a maximum specific capacitance of 356 F g(-1) at a current density of 0.5 A g(-1) and excellent capacitance retention of 91% after 5000 cycles.
POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Yipeng Zhang, Lingli Deng, Hao Zhong, Yucheng Zou, Zeyu Qin, Yang Li, Hui Zhang
Summary: The electrospun composite gluten/zein nanofibrous films can be glycated via Maillard reaction to achieve desired physical properties for active food-packaging applications, such as reduced water vapor permeability, improved water stability, and a stiffer and more elastic network structure.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Stefano Alberti, Andrea Dodero, Emanuela Sartori, Silvia Vicini, Maurizio Ferretti, Maila Castellano
Summary: This study prepares water-borne polyurethane composite membranes containing TiO2 active particles via electrospinning using water as the sole solvent, which are then used for photocatalytic wastewater treatment. The fabricated mats exhibit excellent properties and have potential applications in wastewater treatment.
ACS APPLIED POLYMER MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Biophysics
Yifan Li, Yanqiu Zou, Hangbin Tan, Li Jiang, Yunzhu Fang, Shangzhong Jin
Summary: The study introduces a multiplexed, highly sensitive and regenerable surface plasmon resonance imaging (SPRi) sensor for identifying and detecting Factor V Leiden G1691A and Prothrombin gene G20210A through one-step fixation of probes. Amplification of signal using PolyA-DNA-AuNPs improves sensitivity, while the sensor shows high binding capacity and good reproducibility after regeneration for 25 times.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yuxin Ke, Song Cui, Qiang Fu, Rupert Hough, Zulin Zhang, Yi-Fan Li
Summary: This study investigated the effects of pyrolysis temperature and aging treatment on the adsorption performance of coffee grounds biochar (CGB) for Cd2+ and Zn2+. The results showed that the adsorption performance of fresh CGB increased with increasing pyrolysis temperature, while the adsorption performance of aged CGB peaked at medium pyrolysis temperature and decreased at higher temperatures. The XRD results indicated that the graphitization degree of CGB increased with pyrolysis temperature, leading to improved environmental stability. EDS and FTIR results suggested that ion-exchange and complexation played a dominant role in the adsorption processes, and the aging treatment improved the selectivity for Cd2+.
Letter
Infectious Diseases
Xiaoying Hu, Yifan Li, Wietao Liang, Zhenmei An, Zhong Wu
SURGICAL INFECTIONS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xue Liang Li, Shaozhuan Huang, Dong Yan, Jian Zhang, Daliang Fang, Yew Von Lim, Ye Wang, Tian Chen Li, Yifan Li, Lu Guo, Hui Ying Yang
Summary: In this study, a 3D lithiophilic rGO-Ag-S-CNT composite with interlayer-bridged structure was proposed to guide uniform and stable Li plating/stripping. The composite exhibited lower overpotential, higher Coulombic efficiency, and superior long cycling performance compared to other anode materials.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jianan Gao, Ning Shi, Yifan Li, Bo Jiang, Taha Marhaba, Wen Zhang
Summary: This study presents an electrified membrane technology for converting wastewater nitrogen into ammonia fertilizer, achieving high removal efficiency of nitrate and ammonia recovery rate.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Yifan Li, Chunjie Wu, Wendong Li, Fugee Tsung
Summary: This article proposes a nonparametric CUSUM charting scheme to monitor passenger flow in urban rapid transit systems. By using a minimum distance criterion and kernel density estimation, this method is able to detect shifts of all sizes sensitively and performs well in practical applications.
Article
Ophthalmology
He-Yan Li, Qiong Yang, Li Dong, Rui-Heng Zhang, Wen-Da Zhou, Hao-Tian Wu, Yi-Fan Li, Wen-Bin Wei
Summary: This study examined the relationship between stroke and ocular diseases, including visual impairment, and found significant associations between visual impairment and major ocular diseases with stroke. The associations were particularly strong for mild visual impairment, moderate/severe visual impairment, and any ocular disease.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Jiwei Xu, Qianqian Tian, Yifan Li
Summary: The condensation of water film on the surface of a thin-film composite membrane can enhance the CO2/CH4 separation performance under humidified conditions.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Yuequan Wang, Xiaolin Zhou, Yaoyang Wu, Han Wang, Yifan Li, Pengfei Tian, Sirui Xiu
Summary: This paper proposes an iterative photon counting nonorthogonal multiple access-multiple-input-multiple-output (NOMA-MIMO) system based on optical intelligent reflecting surface (IRS). The channel fading coefficient matrix of the NOMA-MIMO system is constructed by analyzing the geometric and misalignment losses under turbulence effect in the optical IRS-based atmospheric channel. A novel iterative parallel interference cancellation algorithm based on logarithmic likelihood ratio is developed for signal detection at the receiver. The reliability of the proposed system is proved through simulation of bit error rate (BER), with a BER performance of 2 x 10-5 at -165 dBJ per bit for the scenario of 3x5 MIMO system. Additionally, the numerical results indicate that the proposed system has a rapid convergence performance in the external information transfer process.
MICROWAVE AND OPTICAL TECHNOLOGY LETTERS
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Haoming Huang, Xiaomeng Ma, Xiaomei Yue, Shangyu Kang, Yifan Li, Yawen Rao, Yue Feng, Jinjian Wu, Wenjie Long, Yuna Chen, Wenjiao Lyu, Xin Tan, Shijun Qiu
Summary: The white matter of the brain in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus is susceptible to neurodegenerative processes, resulting in microstructural lesions. Specifically, abnormalities were found in specific portions of the right superior longitudinal fasciculus, right arcuate fasciculus, left anterior thalamic radiation, and forceps major. These abnormalities may be associated with insulin and glucose status as well as blood pressure.
CLINICAL NEURORADIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ruru Chen, Jian Zhao, Yifan Li, Yi Cui, Ying-Rui Lu, Sung-Fu Hung, Shifu Wang, Weijue Wang, Guodong Huo, Yang Zhao, Wei Liu, Junhu Wang, Hai Xiao, Xuning Li, Yanqiang Huang, Bin Liu
Summary: By using experimental and theoretical methods, the metastable state of single-atom Sn in copper oxide was tracked and identified, providing a theoretical basis for the highly selective CO2 electroreduction to CO.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Shunqin Luo, Hui Song, Fumihiko Ichihara, Mitsutake Oshikiri, Wenning Lu, Dai-Ming Tang, Sijie Li, Yunxiang Li, Yifan Li, Philo Davin, Tetsuya Kako, Huiwen Lin, Jinhua Ye
Summary: In this study, a light activation strategy was demonstrated to regulate the dynamic restructuring of Cu active sites in a TiO2-supported Cu catalyst during low-temperature methanol steam reforming. The thermally deactivated Cu/TiO2 underwent structural restoration from Cu2O to metallic Cu under illumination, leading to significantly enhanced activity and stability. The optimized Cu/TiO2 exhibited a high H-2 production rate under low-intensity solar irradiation, outperforming conventional photocatalytic and thermocatalytic processes. The results suggest the feasibility of real-time functionalization of catalysts through the strong light-matter-reactant interaction.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Hongying Li, Fei Shi, Shuhui Chen, Yifan Li
Summary: A novel type of organic-inorganic hybrid two-dimensional membrane was designed and prepared by co-assembly of a two-dimensional organic building block, Dopa thin-walled microcapsule, and a typical inorganic nanosheet, MXene. The introduction of MXene increased the solvent flux and structural stability of the membrane. The Dopa/MXene composite membrane showed good performance and stability in organic solvent nanofiltration.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ruru Chen, Jian Zhao, Yifan Li, Yi Cui, Ying-Rui Lu, Sung-Fu Hung, Shifu Wang, Weijue Wang, Guodong Huo, Yang Zhao, Wei Liu, Junhu Wang, Hai Xiao, Xuning Li, Yanqiang Huang, Bin Liu
Summary: By using experimental and theoretical approaches, this study successfully tracked and identified the metastable state of single-atom Sn in copper oxide, providing fundamental insights for the highly selective electroreduction of CO2 to produce CO.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence
Likun Xia, Yuan Feng, Ziheng Guo, Jinhong Ding, Yanlei Li, Yifan Li, Ming Ma, Guoxi Gan, Yehan Xu, Jingyu Luo, Zhiping Shi, Yong Guan
Summary: This study proposes an early detection framework based on EEG data for reducing the risk of mental stress-related diseases. The framework, called MuLHiTA, utilizes a multibranch LSTM and hierarchical temporal attention approach to effectively identify mental stress levels. Experimental results demonstrate that MuLHiTA outperforms state-of-the-art algorithms, showcasing its viability for early detection of mental stress.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON NEURAL NETWORKS AND LEARNING SYSTEMS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Jiawei Hou, Shixuan Guo, Nigel Graham, Wenzheng Yu, Kening Sun, Ting Liu
Summary: A novel 2D composite membrane based on r-HGO and MXene materials was developed, demonstrating exceptional performance for water treatment in terms of permeability, pollutant rejection, and physical stability. The optimization of preparation conditions and material proportions can result in high water flux and efficient removal of pollutants.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Retraction
Engineering, Chemical
Chang Liu, Jinghong Liu, Liang Zhu, Shanfu Tang, Huixin Xiong
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Rui Gao, Caihong Liu, Andreia F. Faria, Qiang He, Chun Yang, Jun Ma
Summary: A novel copolymer architecture has been developed to address biofouling concerns in thin-film composite (TFC) membranes by integrating anti-fouling, bactericidal, and fouling-release functions. The multifunctional membrane demonstrates promising anti-adhesive properties, self-cleaning ability, and high flux recovery rate.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Alexander T. Bridge, Noah P. Wamble, Matthew S. Santoso, Joan F. Brennecke, Benny D. Freeman
Summary: This study demonstrates the reproducible preparation of high-flux defect-free asymmetric gas separation membranes using Cyrene(TM) as a majority dope formulation component. By adjusting the volume ratios of Cyrene(TM) and THF, as well as the concentrations of Matrimid(R) and the dry step time, optimal membrane performance is achieved.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Alessandra Imbrogno, Han Ya Lin, Babak Minofar, Andrea Iris Schaefer
Summary: In this study, a composite nanofiber membrane containing cross-linked beta-cyclodextrin-epichlorohydrin was prepared and evaluated for the removal of steroid hormones. The results showed that the membrane had high adsorption capacity and the ability to form a specific inclusion complex interaction with the hormones, indicating its potential application in hormone removal.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Bora Shin, Jaewon Shin, Yanuar Chandra Wirasembada, Ki Young Park, Jinwoo Cho
Summary: This study develops a mathematical model to estimate the initial flux of volatile fatty acids in the direct contact membrane distillation process. It identifies the parameters affecting the flux and their relationship with pH.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yi-Jui Yeh, Jr Rong Liou, Wei Lin, Kuo-Lun Tung, Wei-Hung Chiang
Summary: This study demonstrates an effective plasma engineering method to create nitrogen-doped graphene quantum dot (NGQD)-inorganic nanocomposites for tunable molecular separation. The composite materials show high separation efficiency and controllable nanopore structures, making them potentially valuable for various applications.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Horacio Lopez-Marques, Kristofer L. Gleason, Manuel Aguilar-Vega, Rita Sulub-Sulub, J. Ehren Eichler, Hyeonji Oh, C. Buddie Mullins, Benny D. Freeman, Manish Kumar
Summary: In this study, water transport properties in Carbon Molecular Sieve (CMS) membranes were investigated. It was found that membranes synthesized at different pyrolysis temperatures exhibited varying water permeabilities. Compared to other polymeric materials, CMS membranes showed high water permeability, indicating potential for dehydration applications.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Dmitry A. Alentiev, Roman Yu. Nikiforov, Marina A. Rudakova, Danil P. Zarezin, Maxim A. Topchiy, Andrey F. Asachenko, Nikolay A. Belov, Maxim Bermeshev
Summary: A series of new norbornene-type monomers containing linear and branched substituents were synthesized, and robust thin membranes were prepared by vinyl-addition polymerization. Gas separation performance for the synthesized polymers was evaluated, and the structure of substituent side chains was found to significantly affect gas permeability and CO2 facilitated transport.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Lei Yan, Qi Zhang, Ze Zhang, Gui-Jie Li, Yi Jin, Xin-Lin Zhang, Yan-Yun Sun
Summary: In this study, a continuous, stable and fast ion transport channel was established through in-situ guided cross-linking of zinc alginate hydrogels on a porous membrane, overcoming the negative pore effect and effectively inhibiting the dendrite growth of zinc anodes and interfacial side reactions.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yuqing Zhang, Ailing Zhang, Huiyang He, Yuting Fan, Yongjiang Li, Song Wang, Sanxi Li
Summary: The Langmuir-Blodgett self-assembly process is used to create an ordered SPEEK membrane, which enhances the proton conductivity by three times compared to conventional solution casting method.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Hasan Ismaeel, David Gibson, Eleonora Ricci, Maria Grazia De Angelis
Summary: In this study, a machine learning-based group contribution method (ML-GC) was developed to predict pure polymer parameters and successfully applied to predict gas solubility and gas solubility isotherms in glassy polymeric membranes. The model showed satisfactory performance on a small dataset, but has the potential to provide more accurate predictions for a wider range of polymers as more data becomes available.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yi Ji, Yu Sun, Huilin Li, Qiang Fu, Yan Zhang
Summary: Previous studies have shown that vibration- or rotation-based techniques can effectively mitigate fouling during membrane filtration. However, it is difficult to incorporate these techniques with spiral wound modules (SWMs) widely used in water and wastewater treatment. This study developed a prototype membrane system to accommodate angular vibrations with a modified SWM, and experimental results showed that applying angular vibrations can effectively control algal fouling in an SWM with lower energy consumption compared to traditional methods.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Lakshmeesha Upadhayaya, Abaynesh Yihdego Gebreyohannes, Muhammad Wakil Shahzad, Usman T. Syed, Sandra L. Aristizabal, Radoslaw Gorecki, Suzana P. Nunes
Summary: Increasing temperatures worldwide pose a significant health risk, exacerbated by high humidity. Conventional air conditioners contribute heavily to carbon dioxide emissions, with dehumidification being a major factor. Membrane-based dehumidification system offers energy efficiency and non-toxic water vapor removal. This study demonstrates a membrane dehumidification system with polymeric hollow fibers coated with a green polyphenol coating, showing remarkable water vapor transport rate and selectivity. Long-term testing reveals minimal decline in vapor transport and a 4-5 times higher coefficient of performance (COP) compared to conventional dehumidifiers, making it a highly competitive, energy-saving device with reduced emissions and a smaller footprint.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Zhengzhong Zhou, Xue Zhu, Yi Yuan, Shaoqiang Wang, Xiaoshan Meng, Taoli Huhe, Qian Wang
Summary: In this study, lignin, a biomass material, was chemically modified and utilized in the interfacial polymerization process to improve the performance of nanofiltration membranes. The modified membranes showed enhanced hydrophilicity and anti-fouling properties, and the optimization of membrane pore size increased permeability. The study also demonstrated the potential application of the membranes in biogas slurry valorization.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)