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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Dina Aboushady, Sari S. Rasheed, Jennifer Herrmann, Ahmed Maher, Ebaa M. El-Hossary, Eslam S. Ibrahim, Ashraf H. Abadi, Matthias Engel, Rolf Mueller, Mohammad Abdel-Halim, Mostafa M. Hamed
Summary: Novel compounds with potent antibacterial activity have been designed and synthesized, showing the ability to inhibit a range of bacteria, including resistant strains, while maintaining a good safety profile.
BIOORGANIC CHEMISTRY
(2021)
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Energy & Fuels
Mingwei Wu, Meng Miao, Wenzhi Li, Xia Zhang, Lulu Zhang, Taimin Zhen, Yan Fu, Jingting Jin, Liang Yuan
Summary: In this study, a unique 1D Pd@CeO2-BDC catalyst with rich oxygen vacancies and uniformly distributed PdO clusters and PdxCe1-xO2-s species on CeO2 surface was fabricated. The intense metal support interaction in the MOF skeleton resulted in the substitution of Ce4+ in CeO2 lattice by Pd atoms, thus significantly affecting the structure and electronic properties of the catalyst. The excellent reactivity of MOF-derived catalysts was attributed to lower energy barriers for methane activation on the reconstructed surfaces, as revealed by experimental and theoretical calculations. This research provides a new approach for the construction of lean methane combustion catalysts.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Rajesh Kushwaha, Rohit Rai, Vedant Gawande, Virendra Singh, Ashish Kumar Yadav, Biplob Koch, Prodyut Dhar, Samya Banerjee
Summary: Three Zn(II) complexes were developed as effective antibacterial agents under the influence of visible light in this study. The complexes showed enhanced antibacterial activity upon light exposure and did not exhibit toxicity to normal cells, making them promising candidates for antibacterial treatment.
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Chemistry, Physical
Digdem Erdener, Gokhan Dervisoglu, Fethi Ahmet Ozdemir, Zafer Serbetci, Namik Ozdemir, Osman Dayan
Summary: A new dimeric Ru(II) complex, C1, was synthesized by reacting hydrazine hydrate with [RuCl2(p-cymene)]2 dimer in dichloromethane. The C1 complex was structurally characterized using various techniques and theoretically analyzed using DFT techniques. Furthermore, the electrochemical and optical properties of the C1 complex were investigated, and it exhibited significant antibacterial activity and cell cytotoxicity against various cell lines.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR STRUCTURE
(2023)
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Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Alberto Aragon-Muriel, Bethsy A. Aguilar-Castillo, Ernesto Rufino-Felipe, Hugo Valdes, Lucero Gonzalez-Sebastian, Rebeca Nayely Osorio-Yanez, Yamil Liscano, Valente Gomez-Benitez, Dorian Polo-Ceron, David Morales-Morales
Summary: A series of non-symmetric POCOP-Pd(II) pincer complexes with aldehyde group were prepared and evaluated for their antibacterial activities. Complex 3-Pd, containing the aldehyde functionality, showed the highest activity against S. aureus ATCC 25923 strain.
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Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Jian-Hong Jiang, Yan-Hua Lei, Xu Li, Yiyuan Pi, He Zhu, Qiang-Guo Li, Chuan-Hua Li
Summary: A new cobalt(II) Schiff-base complex was prepared and characterized, exhibiting stronger antibacterial activity compared to the Schiff base ligand alone. The structural analysis and evaluation of antibacterial properties were conducted, revealing the enhanced inhibitory effect of the complex.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Guozhen Wang, Ningning Feng, Shuguang Zhao, Leshan Song, Ying Zhang, Jiaxin Tong, Yuxing Liu, Xinke Kang, Tao Hu, Iram Ahmad Khan, Kuan Lu, Haiyan Wu, Jianping Xie
Summary: In this study, microbial-based palladium nanocomposites with excellent oxidative enzyme-mimicking activity were synthesized. A quantitative detection platform for nitrite was also developed and successfully applied to real samples.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Musherah M. Alshammari, Raoudha Soury, Khalaf M. Alenezi, Md. Mushtque, M. Moshahid Alam Rizvi, Ashanul Haque
Summary: A new pyrazole-tethered thiazolidine-2,4-dione derivative was synthesized and its structure was confirmed by spectroscopic techniques. Density functional theory calculations were used to determine the molecular features. In vitro cytotoxicity studies showed higher activity and lower toxicity of the compound against breast cancer cell line.
JOURNAL OF BIOMOLECULAR STRUCTURE & DYNAMICS
(2022)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Musherah M. Alshammari, Raoudha Soury, Khalaf M. Alenezi, Md Mushtque, M. Moshahid Alam Rizvi, Ashanul Haque
Summary: A new pyrazole-tethered thiazolidine-2,4-dione derivative was synthesized and displayed higher activity and lower toxicity towards breast cancer cell line compared to its intermediate compound. The study also involved spectroscopic confirmation, theoretical calculations, in vitro cytotoxicity testing, and complementary docking and ADME studies.
JOURNAL OF BIOMOLECULAR STRUCTURE & DYNAMICS
(2021)
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Plant Sciences
Monica Surek, Mariana M. Fachi, Alexandre de Fatima Cobre, Favizia F. de Oliveira, Roberto Pontarolo, Amanda R. Crisma, Wesley M. de Souza, Karina B. Felipe
Summary: Propolis extracts exhibit antitumor, antibacterial properties and can be a potential source of antineoplastics and antibiotics. They show selective cytotoxicity against tumor cells and synergistic effects in combination with doxorubicin and gentamicin. The natural products may help reduce adverse effects and resistance associated with doxorubicin and gentamicin.
JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY
(2021)
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Chemistry, Physical
Mehran Feizi-Dehnayebi, Effat Dehghanian, Hassan Mansouri-Torshizi
Summary: The novel palladium(II) complex exhibited promising antitumor activity and interactions with biomolecules, making it a potential candidate for further medical purposes. This compound may have applications in future cancer treatment based on its performance in experiments.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR STRUCTURE
(2021)
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Engineering, Environmental
Shi-Xian Guan, Tao Xu, Jian-Yong Zhang, You-Guo Luo, Xingwu Zhai, Na Zhang, Yong-Zheng Fang, Qin-Fei Ke
Summary: In this study, a multimodal antibacterial nanoplatform was developed by utilizing a synergistic effect of knife-effect, photothermal properties, photocatalytic induced reactive oxygen species (ROS), and inherent attributes of Cu2+. The nanoplatform showed excellent antibacterial properties against S. aureus and E. coli in vitro under near-infrared (NIR) light, with efficiencies of 99.94% and 99.97%, respectively. It also exhibited outstanding curing capacity and good biocompatibility in wound healing of Kunming mice. The formation of a self-assembled 2D/2D interfacial Schottky junction facilitated the acceleration of photogenerated charges mobility, inhibition of charge recombination, and enhancement of photothermal/photocatalytic activity.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
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Chemistry, Physical
Junjie Chen, Kevin Giewont, Eric A. Walker, Jungkuk Lee, Yubiao Niu, Eleni A. Kyriakidou
Summary: Incorporating cobalt (Co) into Pd/BEA catalyst can substantially enhance CH4 oxidation performance at low temperatures, with experimental evidence and DFT calculations explaining the promotion mechanism.
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Chemistry, Physical
Rajani Kanta Mahato, Ayan Kumar Mahanty, Suvendu Paul, Vinothini Gopal, Balaji Perumalsamy, Gowdhami Balakrishnan, Thirumurugan Ramasamy, Dhanasekaran Dharumadurai, Bhaskar Biswas
Summary: This study demonstrates the synthesis, structural description, bio-mimics, and in-vitro biological activities of a mononuclear aurum(III) complex. The complex showed strong cytotoxic effects against human lung cancer cells and exhibited potent antibacterial activity against pathogenic bacteria by destroying mitochondrial membranes.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR STRUCTURE
(2021)
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Food Science & Technology
Bo Ao, Jing Lv, Hongmei Yang, Fei He, Yuanliang Hu, Bing Hu, Honglin Jiang, Xixiang Huo, Junming Tu, Xian Xia
Summary: In this study, biological selenium nanoparticles (Bio-SeNPs) synthesized by Moringa oleifera extract and selenite were used to inhibit Listeria monocytogenes and Corynebacterium diphtheriae. The results showed that these Bio-SeNPs exhibited significant antibacterial activity and could effectively inhibit the growth of both strains.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
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Chemistry, Analytical
Razzagh Rahimpoor, Abdulrahman Bahrami, Davood Nematollahi, Farshid Ghorbani Shahna, Maryam Farhadian
Summary: In this study, a magnetic-dispersive solid-phase extraction (DSPE) method was developed for the extraction and desorption of muconic acid from real urine samples. Fe3O4-SiO2-NH2@ UiO-66 was used as a Metal-Organic Framework (MOF) in the DSPE for extraction followed by HPLC analysis. The method showed good detection limit, wide linear dynamic range, and high correlation coefficient, indicating its efficiency for the extraction and analysis of muconic acid from urine samples.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
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Chemistry, Analytical
Maryam Mehrdadian, Sadegh Khazalpour, Ameneh Amani
Summary: The electrochemical reaction of 4-ethynylaniline with sodium azide in buffered solutions at different pH values was investigated for the first time. A triazole ring was successfully synthesized through a series of electrochemical oxidations and chemical reactions, using a non-catalytic procedure at room temperature.
JOURNAL OF ELECTROANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Samaneh Hokmi, Sadegh Salehzadeh, Yasin Gholiee
Summary: This paper presents a computational study on various metal complexes, investigating their bonding energies, bond properties, and the possible existence of cooperativity/anticooperativity between different types of bonds. The results provide valuable insights into the behavior of these complexes.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2022)
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Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Mina Zohrevandi, Sara Abdolmaleki, Mohammad Ghadermazi, Yasin Gholiee, Alireza Aliabadi, Elham Motieiyan, Mohammad Hakimi, Domenica Marabello
Summary: The study synthesized two metal complexes C1 and C2 through one-pot reactions, and characterized them using spectroscopic methods and X-ray crystallography. The results showed that the metal-ligand interactions are mainly driven by electrostatic interactions. In vitro experiments demonstrated that both C1 and C2 exhibited significant cytotoxic activity against the MCF7 cell line.
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Environmental Sciences
Z. Shirkhani, A. Chehregani Rad, F. Mohsenzadeh
Summary: This study conducted a comprehensive evaluation and comparison of the toxic effects of cadmium (Cd) on D. stramonium. The results showed that Cd accumulation in plant tissues increased with concentration, leading to negative effects on growth and physiological factors. Changes in DNA damage and methylation were also observed.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
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Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Faezeh Moniriyan, Seyyed Javad Sabounchei, Mehdi Jaymand, Hossein Derakhshankhah
Summary: This study successfully synthesized a novel nanocomposite with antioxidant activity and demonstrated its cytocompatibility and antioxidant properties at high concentrations through cell toxicity and antioxidant assays.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE
(2022)
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Electrochemistry
Maryam Mehrdadian, Sadegh Khazalpour, Ameneh Amani
Summary: This study investigates the electrochemical oxidation of 3 and 4 substituted catechols, and finds that the resulting p-quinones can react with nucleophiles to form p-quinone imine derivatives.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2022)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Razzagh Rahimpoor, Ali Firoozichahak, Saber Alizadeh, Houman Serkan, Davood Nematollahi
Summary: This paper synthesized an aluminum-based metal-organic framework and utilized it in high-performance liquid chromatography for the reliable determination of cyclophosphamide in urine samples. By optimizing various parameters, satisfactory measurement results and recovery rates were obtained.
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Electrochemistry
Mohammad Reza Talebi, Davood Nematollahi, Ahmad Reza Massah
Summary: The electrochemical oxidation of N-(4-aminophenyl) and N-(4-hydroxyphenyl)benzenesulfonamide derivatives was investigated at different pH values and concentrations. The oxidation potential and mechanism of these compounds were found to be pH dependent. The oxidation products were found to undergo hydroxylation and/or dimerization reactions. The adsorption behavior and oxidation products under conditions similar to the human body were also studied.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2023)
Article
Electrochemistry
Faezeh Zivari-Moshfegh, Fereshteh Javanmardi, Davood Nematollahi
Summary: The electrochemical behavior of rifampicin, an anti-tuberculosis drug, was studied in a water/ethanol mixture. The drug was found to undergo two-step oxidation, with the first step being a reversible oxidation of the hydroquinone moiety and the second step being an irreversible oxidation of the phenolic ring. The adsorption activity and diffusion coefficient of rifampicin were also determined, indicating that the first oxidation step is diffusion-controlled and the second step is a diffusion/adsorption control process. The oxidation of rifampicin was found to be complex and highly pH-dependent, with different rates of reaction observed for different drugs used in combination therapy.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2023)
Article
Electrochemistry
Faezeh Zivari-Moshfegh, Davood Nematollahi
Summary: This study investigates the toxic metabolites formed from the oxidation of rifampicin and acetaminophen in the body. It provides strong evidence of a catalytic reaction between vitamin C and the oxidized form of rifampicin. Additionally, contrary to previous reports, this study discovers another catalytic reaction between oxidized acetaminophen and rifampicin.
JOURNAL OF THE ELECTROCHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2023)
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Electrochemistry
Zahra Godini, Davood Nematollahi, Faezeh Zivari-Moshfegh
Summary: In this study, the electrochemical complexation of five azole antifungal drugs with silver, copper and zinc cations was conducted in an undivided electrolytic cell. Twenty complexes were synthesized using a simple method in water/ethanol mixtures with high yield and purity. The applied current and acid concentration were found to have no significant effects on the yield and purity of the complexes, but they did affect the cell voltage and energy consumption.
JOURNAL OF THE ELECTROCHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2023)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Pouria Patoghi, Ali Sadatnabi, Davood Nematollahi
Summary: In this study, a new convergent paired electro-organic synthesis method for sulfonamide derivatives was introduced, which follows the principles of green chemistry and does not require catalysts, oxidants, halogens, or amines. Instead of using toxic amine compounds, an innovative mechanism based on the reduction of nitro compounds and in-situ production of amine compounds was used. The mechanism involves cathodic reduction of nitro compounds to hydroxylamine compounds and anodic oxidation of hydroxylamine compounds to nitroso compounds.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
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Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Farshid Hajibabaei, Samaneh Sanei Movafagh, Sadegh Salehzadeh, Robert William Gable
Summary: This study shows that favipiravir anion can coordinate to [Zn(tren)](2+) cation through either a nitrogen or an oxygen atom. Experimental and theoretical data demonstrate the strong binding interactions of [Zn(tren)(N-FAV)](+) and [Zn(tren)(O-FAV)](+) cations with DNA and viral protein macromolecules.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2023)
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Spectroscopy
Zh. E. Ozbekova, A. A. Abdyldaev, A. A. Kulmyrzaev
Summary: This study compared two drying methods for cow and yak muscles, finding that freeze drying caused less discoloration. Additionally, analysis of fluorescence spectra allowed for accurate prediction of chemical composition and color characteristics of the muscles.
SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA PART A-MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY
(2024)
Article
Spectroscopy
Leo Mandic, Ivan Ljubic, Iva Dzeba
Summary: In this study, a combined experimental and computational approach was used to investigate the photoexcitation and photodegradation mechanisms of Doxazosin (DOX). The results provide valuable insights into the primary events following the photoexcitation of DOX and its potential applications.
SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA PART A-MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY
(2024)
Article
Spectroscopy
Xiufeng Wang, Yao Jin, Wenhui Ai, Siqi Wang, Zhiqing Zhang, Ting Zhou, Fang Wang, Guodong Zhang
Summary: This study successfully synthesized near infrared fluorescence Ag2S quantum dots (QDs) and developed a dual-mode sensor for sulfide anion using the excellent oxidase-like characteristics of manganese dioxide (MnO2) nanosheets. The sensor showed a wider detection range, higher sensitivity, and shorter reaction time, making it suitable for highly selective detection of sulfide in different concentration ranges.
SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA PART A-MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY
(2024)
Article
Spectroscopy
Yafei Li, Yanming Ma, Chuantao Zheng, Di Yu, Lien Hu, Shuo Yang, Fang Song, Yadan Li, Shuanghai Liu, Zhanrui Zhang, Yu Zhang, Yiding Wang, Frank K. Tittel
Summary: To effectively monitor gas explosion and coal spontaneous combustion in coal mine, an intrinsically safe and explosion-proof dual-gas sensor system was developed for methane (CH4) and carbon monoxide (CO) measurement. The system achieved different measurement ranges using laser scanning and gas cells, and improved stability and accuracy through gas pre-treatment and temperature compensation algorithm.
SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA PART A-MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY
(2024)
Article
Spectroscopy
Pei-Rong Chen, Li-Kang Chu
Summary: In this study, the hydrates of glyoxal were investigated using infrared absorption spectrometry. The results showed that at low concentrations, glyoxal mainly exists as monomeric dihydrate. These findings provide suitable detection windows for further research on the roles of glyoxal and its hydrates in atmospheric and aerosol chemistry, as well as the relevant reaction kinetics.
SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA PART A-MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY
(2024)
Article
Spectroscopy
Nichole O'Neill, Thamires A. Lima, Fabio Furlan Ferreira, Nicolas J. Alvarez, Reinhard Schweitzer-Stenner
Summary: This study determines the main fibril axis of GHG gel-forming fibrils using various techniques and compares the results with simulated data. The analysis suggests that the hydrophobic xz-surfaces of GHG fibrils could be a good target for the adsorption of hydrophobic drugs.
SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA PART A-MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY
(2024)
Article
Spectroscopy
Mengyuan Liu, Hanchuang Zhu, Yikun Fang, Caiyun Liu, Xinke Li, Xiaohui Zhang, Lixue Ma, Kun Wang, Miaohui Yu, Wenlong Sheng, Baocun Zhu
Summary: ABHS is an efficient fluorescent probe that can accurately and sensitively detect Al3+ with strong resistance to interference. It also demonstrates excellent detection and imaging capabilities in complex real samples.
SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA PART A-MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY
(2024)
Article
Spectroscopy
Ahmed S. El-Shafie, Evana Rahman, Yasser Gadelhak, Rehab Mahmoud, Marwa El-Azary
Summary: The recycling of waste mandarin peels into biochar (MRBC) has been used as a high performance and cost-effective adsorbent for treating polluted wastewater effluents. Batch adsorption studies were conducted to analyze the adsorption competency of MRBC on two dyes, methylene blue (MB) and basic fuchsin (BF), either in individual solutions or binary combinations. The results showed that MRBC was capable of effectively removing a high percentage of both dyes. However, the adsorption capacity decreased when the dyes were combined. The cost estimation of MRBC production and wastewater treatment indicated that both were relatively low.
SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA PART A-MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY
(2024)
Article
Spectroscopy
Anindita Bhatta, Jahnabi Upadhyaya, Dipak Chamlagai, Lincoln Dkhar, Pynskhemborlang T. Phanrang, Mohan Rao Kollipara, Sivaprasad Mitra
Summary: Derivatives of thiazole-pyrazole fused benzo-coumarin compounds were synthesized and their photophysical properties were investigated. The synthesized coumarin compounds showed potential as therapeutic agents for Alzheimer's disease, inhibiting acetylcholinesterase activity. The presence of human serum albumin was found to affect the inhibition activity.
SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA PART A-MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY
(2024)
Article
Spectroscopy
Yongwei Duan, Quancheng Liu, Yiju Zhu, Qi Zhang, Xiaohui Duan, Hu Deng, Liping Shang
Summary: In this study, the phase transition of CL-20 was observed using terahertz spectroscopy, and quantum chemical calculations were employed to analyze the vibrations. The results indicated changes in the vibrations of CL-20 before and after phase transition.
SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA PART A-MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY
(2024)
Article
Spectroscopy
Yuefeng Gao, Sai Xu, Baojiu Chen
Summary: This study synthesized Cs2NaInCl6 nanocrystals co-doped with Sb3+ and Tb3+ ions as probes for copper ions detection in lubricating oil. The introduction of Sb3+ effectively reduced the band gap of the host material and enabled energy transfer pathway for Tb3+ emission. The doped Tb3+ ions resulted in the suppression of emission due to electron transfer. The Cs2NaInCl6: 2.5 %Sb3+, 40 %Tb3+ NCs exhibited superior sensitivity and selectivity for copper ions detection.
SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA PART A-MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY
(2024)
Article
Spectroscopy
Yu Liu, Yue Zhang, Changyao Liu, Ce Wang, Baocai Xu, Li Zhao
Summary: A highly sensitive detection platform for heparin was developed using a cationic fluorescent dye (cresyl violet acetate) as a fluorescence probe. The platform demonstrated high selectivity towards heparin and achieved detection in both HEPES solution and serum.
SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA PART A-MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY
(2024)
Article
Spectroscopy
Lopamudra Roy, Nivedita Pan, Susmita Mondal, Ria Ghosh, Md. Nur Hasan, Neha Bhattacharyya, Soumendra Singh, Kallol Bhattacharyya, Arpita Chattopadhyay, Samir Kumar Pal
Summary: The study focuses on the interaction between reactive oxygen species (ROS) and a spectroscopic probe called Rose Bengal (RB), encapsulated in nanoscopic sodium dodecyl sulphate (SDS) micelles and entrapped in microscopic nylon 66 solid matrix. The research demonstrates efficient interaction between ROS and RB-SDS, and investigates the mechanism of hydroxyl radicals generation. Based on these findings, a prototype device utilizing RB embedded in a nylon thin film for quantification of ROS in extracellular fluids and food materials was developed.
SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA PART A-MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY
(2024)
Article
Spectroscopy
Xiaosong Sun, Qihao Cui, Wenyue Dong, Qian Duan, Teng Fei
Summary: Conjugated porous polymers (CPPs) are promising sensing materials and their application in aqueous media is limited. In this study, we synthesized CPPs with porous structure and prepared nanoparticles, enabling efficient photoluminescence sensing of nitroaromatic explosives in aqueous phase.
SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA PART A-MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY
(2024)
Article
Spectroscopy
Maria Cristina Caggiani, Germana Barone, Paolo Mazzoleni
Summary: Raman spectroscopy is commonly used for studying glassy materials in cultural heritage, but it is more difficult to interpret the spectra and apply the technique with portable instruments. In contrast, diffuse reflectance infrared Fourier transform spectroscopy (DRIFTS) can be used in archaeometric investigations as it is portable and non-invasive. However, there is limited application of this technique to historical glasses. This exploratory work demonstrates the potential of DRIFTS, in combination with portable X-ray Fluorescence (pXRF) and EDS microanalyses, for studying the composition and alteration of glass samples in cultural heritage.
SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA PART A-MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY
(2024)