Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jundie Hu, Cao Chen, Hongbin Yang, Fengyi Yang, Jiafu Qu, Xiaogang Yang, Wei Sun, Liming Dai, Chang Ming Li
Summary: This study successfully improves the efficiency of H2O2 photosynthesis by designing ordered and highly crystalline g-C3N4 nanoarrays. Both experimental and theoretical investigations demonstrate that regulating the crystalline structure of g-C3N4 can improve charge utilization and reduce the Gibbs free energy of the rate-determining step, leading to efficient production of H2O2.
APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jundie Hu, Cao Chen, Hongbin Yang, Fengyi Yang, Jiafu Qu, Xiaogang Yang, Wei Sun, Liming Dai, Chang Ming Li
Summary: This paper introduces a well-ordered highly-crystalline g-C3N4 nanoarray with a conjugated electron donor-acceptor structure (PDI/CNA) to improve H2O2 production efficiency. Experimental and DFT investigations show that eliminating deep defect trapping sites can enhance charge utilization and reduce the Gibbs free energy of the rate-determining step. The optimized PDI/CNA demonstrates superior H2O2 production rate and high apparent quantum yield.
APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Anna-Christina Amason, Aditya Meduri, Shivani Rao, Nicole Leonick, Bhagyashree Subramaniam, Johnson Samuel, Richard A. Gross
Summary: Adding gelatin to bacterial cellulose cultivation media can affect the morphology and properties of bacterial cellulose. Higher gelatin concentrations result in larger pore sizes and lamina morphology. This study provides a roadmap for manipulating bacterial cellulose properties and creating organized lamina morphologies.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Cai Zhang, Wenjin Yang, Jing Li, Xin Jin, Liu Yang, Baodan Liu
Summary: This study demonstrates the growth of highly ordered beta-Ga2O3 nanoarrays with a (001) preferred growth plane using a heteroepitaxial strategy for the first time. The nanoarrays exhibit good crystallinity and strong UV-blue luminescence. The research paves the way for the application of Ga2O3 nanodevices in optoelectronics, gas sensors, photocatalysts, and next-generation power electronics.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Fubing Xiao, Hong Li, Peng Xie, Jie Liu, Wenfang Du, Le Li, Shengyuan Yang, Zhaoyang Wu
Summary: A hydrophilic amidoxime-functionalized porous colloidal crystal hydrogel (HAPCCH) has been developed for the effective adsorption and detection of uranyl ion (UO22+). HAPCCH demonstrates excellent adsorption capacity and selectivity, making it a promising material for water pollution control.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Alagan Muthurasu, Su-Hyeong Chae, Tae Hoon Ko, Prakash Chandra Lohani, Hak Yong Kim
Summary: The development of multicomponent materials is an efficient and successful approach for creating advanced multifunctional catalysts. In this study, bimetal FeCo nanoarrays enclosed N-CNTs on a carbon cloth support exhibited excellent electrocatalytic performance and showed outstanding charging-discharge performance and long service life in zinc-air batteries.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zhaomin Wang, Fanming Zeng, Shaolei Zhao, Chun Li, Weiling Yang, Zhuang Leng, Limin Wang, Yong Cheng
Summary: This article proposes a performance-oriented electrode structure, which achieves excellent electrochemical performance in LIBs and SIBs through the design of 3D cervantite@TiO2 nanoarrays integrated additive-free electrode.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2022)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Chenchen Xiong, Yulin Wang, Yang Zhou, Xingyu Liu, JinHui Tang, Pan Feng
Summary: In this paper, ordered calcium silicate hydrate (C-S-H) plates were fabricated using Layer-by-Layer (LBL) method and H-cell penetration (HCP) method through cation exchange membrane templating. This new method changed the randomly packing structure of traditional C-S-H and synthesized a high-orderly C-S-H platelets with denser structure. Molecular dynamics simulations and AFM indentation experiments demonstrated the strong adsorption and nucleation sites contributed by sulfonic acid groups on the cation exchange membrane and the significantly higher mechanical properties of this new type C-S-H. The addition of PVA and the regulation of reaction time further improved its mechanical properties. This new C-S-H may pave the way to the preparation of high-performance concrete in the future.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xi Du, Wenjun Zhang, Maliang Zhang, Yanhong Ji, Kunmei Su, Zhenhuan Li
Summary: The construction of highly ordered hierarchical nanoarrays is crucial for obtaining effective electrocatalysts for oxygen evolution reaction (OER) in water splitting. The CoFe-LDH@Co-ZIF@CC material exhibited low overpotentials and a small Tafel slope in alkaline electrolyte, indicating promising application in the green hydrogen energy industry.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jiabao Li, Zibiao Ding, Likun Pan, Jinliang Li, Chengyin Wang, Guoxiu Wang
Summary: Nitrogen and sulfur co-doped carbon materials have attracted much attention for their excellent sodium storage performance, but the traditional preparation process often involves toxic chemicals and harsh conditions. Therefore, researchers have proposed a simple, green self-templating synthesis method to successfully prepare high-performance NSC, demonstrating excellent sodium storage properties.
Review
Polymer Science
Maria Cazacu, Carmen Racles, Mirela-Fernanda Zaltariov, Mihaela Dascalu, Adrian Bele, Codrin Tugui, Alexandra Bargan, George Stiubianu
Summary: Despite its well-defined helical structure, PDMS remains an amorphous fluid even at extremely high molecular weights due to the high flexibility of the siloxane backbone and lack of intermolecular interactions. PDMS is incompatible with most organic or inorganic components, leading to phase separation in copolymers. Self-assembly at the micro- or nanometric scale is common in mixed structures involving PDMS.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Runnan Yu, Guangzheng Wu, Yong Cui, Xueqi Wei, Ling Hong, Tao Zhang, Chao Zou, Siqian Hu, Jianhui Hou, Zhan'ao Tan
Summary: The study demonstrates hierarchical morphology control in Layer-by-Layer (LBL) organic photovoltaic (OPV) cells using a dual functional solid additive. By individually or simultaneously introducing the solid additive to the donor or acceptor layer, preferable vertical component distribution and enhanced molecular crystallinity were achieved, leading to high power conversion efficiencies of 16.4% and 17.4% in binary and quaternary LBL devices. This approach offers an alternative method to manipulate the morphology of LBL OPV cells for improved efficiency and stability.
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Yuhuan Wang, Sarah Goodman, Yi Bao, Weina Meng
Summary: This paper investigates the effect of cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) on the microstructural and mechanical properties of calcium silicate hydrates (C-S-H). The results show that CNCs effectively mitigate agglomeration of C-S-H, resulting in highly ordered, layered, and dense microstructures in C-S-H/CNC nanocomposites. The strong interactions between C-S-H and CNCs contribute to the high strength and flexibility of the nanocomposites.
CEMENT & CONCRETE COMPOSITES
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Ziyi Wang, Zhenbo Wang, Zhiqian Sun, Kesheng Ma, Lianmeng Du, Rui Yuan
Summary: This study investigates the evolution of S/N containing compounds in the pyrolysis process of oily sludge samples with high oil content. The results reveal the transformation pathways and stability of different compounds at different temperatures. This has theoretical implications for the application of char and pollution prevention in subsequent treatment.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Sourav Kr. Saha, Yang Jeong Park, Sung Oh Cho
Summary: The self-organized nanoporous oxide layer was successfully prepared on the Ti6Al4V surface and showed good corrosion inhibition properties compared to bare Ti6Al4V, as confirmed by FESEM, EDX, XRD, and XPS analyses. The thermal treatment at 723 K for 3 hours was able to remove fluoride species and form a more chemically stable oxide layer.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR STRUCTURE
(2021)
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Michael Leitner, Julian Brummeir, Gernot Oswald Plaimer, Isabel Kefer, Alexandra Poturnayova, Tibor Hianik, Andreas Ebner
Summary: Functionalizing AFM tips with tetra-functional DNA tetrahedra enables fast and precise distribution of rupture length, making it suitable for applications in biosensing AFM.
Article
Biology
Martin Strnad, Yoo Jin Oh, Marie Vancova, Lisa Hain, Jemiina Salo, Libor Grubhoffer, Jana Nebesarova, Jukka Hytonen, Peter Hinterdorfer, Ryan O. M. Rego
Summary: Researchers utilize single-molecule force spectroscopy and an extracellular matrix (ECM) analog mimicking natural tick feeding to demonstrate that surface proteins DbpA/B enhance spirochete motility in the host's ECM. These findings suggest that spirochetes can adjust their transient molecular binding to ECM components in order to boost their dissemination within the host.
COMMUNICATIONS BIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Cell Biology
Zaccagnini Germana, Greco Simona, Longo Marialucia, Maimone Biagina, Voellenkle Christine, Fuschi Paola, Carrara Matteo, Creo Pasquale, Maselli Davide, Tirone Mario, Mazzone Massimiliano, Gaetano Carlo, Spinetti Gaia, Martelli Fabio
Summary: miR-210 has a context-dependent regulation on the inflammatory response, with overexpression associated with improved angiogenesis and tissue repair. Infiltrating cells with mismatched miR-210 levels lead to a pro-fibrotic phenotype, impairing tissue repair, causing fibrosis, and dysfunctional angiogenesis.
CELL DEATH & DISEASE
(2021)
Correction
Cell Biology
Germana Zaccagnini, Simona Greco, Marialucia Longo, Biagina Maimone, Christine Voellenkle, Paola Fuschi, Matteo Carrara, Pasquale Creo, Davide Maselli, Mario Tirone, Massimiliano Mazzone, Carlo Gaetano, Gaia Spinetti, Fabio Martelli
CELL DEATH & DISEASE
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Juan Qin, Miaomiao Zhang, Yanxue Guan, Xinyue Guo, Zongjia Li, Christian Rankl, Jilin Tang
Summary: This study investigated the interaction of PD-L1 with its antibody and PD-1 using atomic force microscopy-based single molecule force spectroscopy for the first time. The PD-L1/anti-PD-L1 antibody complex was found to be easier to dissociate than PD-L1/PD-1, and PD-L1 was randomly distributed on T24 cells surface. The expression of PD-L1 on T24 cells increased after INF-g treatment.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2022)
Article
Optics
Peter Fosodeder, Sandrine van Frank, Christian Rankl
Summary: The principles of algebraic image reconstruction are applied to THz computed tomography to address the issue of refraction within the sample. A highly accurate and robust image reconstruction algorithm is presented based on the physics of geometric optics and the prior knowledge of the nominal sample geometry. The validity of the geometric forward model is verified through numerical simulation, and the developed method is experimentally tested with a fast THz-CT system. Automated evaluations demonstrate the high accuracy of the reconstructed sample cross sections.
Article
Optics
Paul Gattinger, Ivan Zorin, Alexander Ebner, Christian Rankl, Markus Brandstetter
Summary: We present a mid-infrared spectroscopic system based on a spectral-coding approach using a modified digital micromirror device (DMD). This system utilizes a supercontinuum source for gas measurements and offers performance, flexibility, and programmability. Gas concentrations (CO2, CH4, N2O, NO2, and CO) were measured experimentally, and full spectra were obtained in a short time.
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Beatrice Cardinali, Claudia Provenzano, Mariapaola Izzo, Christine Voellenkle, Jonathan Battistini, Georgios Strimpakos, Elisabetta Golini, Silvia Mandillo, Ferdinando Scavizzi, Marcello Raspa, Alessandra Perfetti, Denisa Baci, Dejan Lazarevic, Jose Manuel Garcia-Manteiga, Genevieve Gourdon, Fabio Martelli, Germana Falcone
Summary: CRISPR/Cas9-mediated therapeutic gene editing shows promise in treating monogenic diseases like myotonic dystrophies. Recent studies have successfully applied this technology to delete the pathogenic CTG-repeat expansion in the DMPK gene, leading to beneficial effects on disease hallmarks. An approach using specific proguide RNAs and a dual-vector system has enabled efficient and inducible gene editing in cells and tissues relevant to myotonic dystrophy.
MOLECULAR THERAPY-NUCLEIC ACIDS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ammar Alkhalde, Hannah Seferovic, Ali Abri, Alvana Simbrunner, Peter Hinterdorfer, Yoo Jin Oh
Summary: A new corneal crosslinking method called Bubble-CXL was introduced, which used intracameral oxygen as an additional oxygen source during the treatment. The use of intracameral oxygen resulted in increased biomechanical stability of the cornea.
Article
Cell Biology
Christine Voellenkle, Paola Fuschi, Martina Mutoli, Matteo Carrara, Paolo Righini, Giovanni Nano, Carlo Gaetano, Fabio Martelli
Summary: Redox imbalance of endothelial cells plays a crucial role in cardiovascular diseases. The study found that circular RNA circANKRD12 was significantly upregulated in endothelial cells exposed to oxidative stress, and its silencing inhibited endothelial cell proliferation and capillary-like structure formation. Furthermore, bioinformatics analysis revealed the enrichment of the p53 and Foxo signaling pathways in the circANKRD12-miRNA-mRNA regulatory network in H2O2-treated endothelial cells.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Saanfor Hubert Suh, Yongzheng Xing, Alexia Rottensteiner, Rong Zhu, Yoo Jin Oh, Stefan Howorka, Peter Hinterdorfer
Summary: This study investigates molecular recognition in a synthetic confined nanopore with controllable pore dimension and molecular DNA receptors at different depth positions. The results show that the association rates are slower and the dissociation rates are faster for receptors positioned deeper inside the pore lumen. This phenomenon can be explained by the steric constraints on molecular interactions in confinement.
Article
Virology
Antonio Real-Hohn, Martin Groznica, Georg Kontaxis, Rong Zhu, Otavio Augusto Chaves, Leonardo Vazquez, Peter Hinterdorfer, Heinrich Kowalski, Dieter Blaas
Summary: Rhinoviruses are the main cause of the common cold and can lead to complications in patients with other ailments. Colds have a significant socioeconomic impact, but there are no vaccines or approved treatments available.
Article
Virology
Markus Kastner, Andreas Karner, Rong Zhu, Qiang Huang, Andreas Geissner, Anne Sadewasser, Markus Lesch, Xenia Woermann, Alexander Karlas, Peter H. Seeberger, Thorsten Wolff, Peter Hinterdorfer, Andreas Herrmann, Christian Sieben
Summary: The study compared influenza virus receptor specificity with virus binding to live cells using glycan arrays and single-virus force spectroscopy. The findings revealed that the receptor binding preference of the virus does not necessarily reflect its specificity to cells. Single-virus force spectroscopy was proposed as a tool to understand the cell binding preference of influenza A viruses.
Article
Cell Biology
Alisia Made, Alessia Bibi, Jose Manuel Garcia-Manteiga, Anna Sofia Tascini, Santiago Nicolas Piella, Roman Tikhomirov, Christine Voellenkle, Carlo Gaetano, Przemyslaw Leszek, Serenella Castelvecchio, Lorenzo Menicanti, Fabio Martelli, Simona Greco
Summary: This study aims to explore the role of noncoding RNAs in cardiovascular diseases. The research found that circular RNAs can interact with microRNAs, regulating the expression of cardiovascular disease-related signaling pathways. Specifically, the study found that circBPTF is upregulated under hypoxia conditions and can regulate the function of endothelial cells by targeting miRNA targets such as HDAC9 and LRRC17.
