Article
Chemistry, Physical
Penggang Qi, Jiaxing Wang, Liren Yang, Yinhai Su, Wei Zhu, Mei Jiang, Xiaofei Sun, Ping Zhang, Yuanquan Xiong
Summary: This research synthesized a unique nanoscale pompon with structured porous carbon as core through a two-stage activation of H3PO4-K2C2O4 combined with hydrothermal self-assembly. The hierarchical porous carbon sample had a specific surface area of 1608.1 m2/g and a mesoporous ratio of 54.26%. Self-doped Co-Ni elements entered the channel of carbon core and formed a self-assembled nano pompon epidermis. Interleaving nanorods with unique characteristics were evenly grown on the surface, forming a 3D network structure with cavities, which exhibited excellent faradaic pseudocapacitance. The energy density and power density of the assembled asymmetric supercapacitor reached 30.4 Wh/kg and 1367.1 W/kg respectively.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Fangbao Fu, Dongjie Yang, Bowei Zhao, Yukang Fan, Weifeng Liu, Hongming Lou, Xueqing Qiu
Summary: By modulating the pore structure and surface dopants of N, S co-doped hierarchical porous lignin-derived carbon (NS-HPLC-K) through self-assembly assisted template-coupled activation, we have addressed the tradeoff between surface area and heteroatom dopant levels, and improved the supercapacitive performance.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Kai Chen, Sen Weng, Jing Lu, Jianfeng Gu, Guoqi Chen, Oudong Hu, Xiancai Jiang, Linxi Hou
Summary: This study reported a facile approach to prepare nitrogen-doped carbon material with tunable pore structure, showing excellent electrochemical performance. By adjusting the calcination temperature and active agents, the morphology and pore structure of the material can be effectively controlled. The final product exhibited outstanding performance in terms of specific capacitance and cycle stability.
MICROPOROUS AND MESOPOROUS MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Chonghao Zhang, Haochen Wang, Yanfeng Gao, Caichao Wan
Summary: This review provides a detailed overview of cellulose-derived carbon aerogels (CDCAs) and their precursors in the field of high-performance green supercapacitor electrodes. The preparation strategies of CDCAs and their precursors are presented, and two crucial approaches for improving energy storage ability, hetero-atom doping and integration with pseudocapacitive materials, are summarized. The role of CDCAs in energy storage ability is analyzed from the perspective of structure-response relationship.
MATERIALS & DESIGN
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Qingguo Shao, Xiaoqi Tang, Xuhui Liu, Hao Qi, Jianxia Dong, Quoshun Liu, Xingdong Ma, Xiaobin Zhang, Xiaobei Zang, Ning Cao
Summary: The hollow NiCo2O4 nanoboxes prepared through morphology engineering have a unique hierarchical structure and favorable pore structure, enabling fast electron and ion transport, as well as abundant electrochemically active sites, making them ideal electrode materials for supercapacitors.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Yang Gao, Yakun Tang, Wei Liu, Lang Liu, Xingyan Zeng, Siqi Yan
Summary: Increasing specific surface area and sulfur content in carbon nanotubes (CNTs) through activation with KHCO3 results in high electrochemical performance. The synergistic physical and chemical activation equips the electrode material with a high specific surface area of 1840 m(2) g(-1) and hierarchical micro/mesopores, contributing to double-layer capacitance. The mild activator KHCO3 ensures a high sulfur content of 4.6 at%, advantageous for high pseudocapacitance performance in CNTs.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jiajun Li, Junyu Yang, Peiru Wang, Ziyang Cong, Feiyan Shi, Li Wei, Kai Wang, Yao Tong
Summary: In this study, NiCo2S4 nanoparticles were synthesized on hierarchical porous carbon (HPC) derived from enzymatic hydrolysis lignin using a solvothermal method. The composite electrode material exhibited outstanding electrochemical performance and energy storage capabilities.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Guojie Chao, Dong Wang, Yang Wang, Xu Zhang, Suli Chen, Yufeng Wang, Wei Zong, Wei Fan, Longsheng Zhang, Tianxi Liu
Summary: In this study, a scalable method for the preparation of Co-doped graphene/carbon hybrid aerogel with hierarchically porous structure was reported. The CGCA samples demonstrated improved electrical conductivity, enhanced capacitance storage capacity, and good cyclic stability. The supercapacitor assembled with CGCA electrodes showed high specific capacitance and could provide a high energy density at a power density.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yawei Wang, Yang Zeng, Jinbin Zhu, Chao Yang, Huanan Huang, Xiudong Chen, Ruirui Wang, Ping Yan, Shunhang Wei, Mingxian Liu, Dazhang Zhu
Summary: In this study, dual-aerogels with semi-interpenetrating polymer network structure were prepared and used as precursors for hierarchical porous carbons. Polyvinyl alcohol served as the template for macropores and provided three-dimensional structure, while KOH increased the formation of micropores and mesopores, resulting in a larger specific surface area. By controlling the mass ratio of resorcinol to PVA, the pore structure and surface area can be tailored to optimize the electrochemical performance.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Guangjun Lv, Xin Dai, Yide Qiao, Qiang Tan, Yongning Liu, Yuanzhen Chen
Summary: Supercapacitors with high power and energy density are achieved using a redox reaction with methylene blue (MB) functionalized coal-based activated carbons (ACs) as electrode materials. The optimized AC/MB composite shows excellent capacitive and rate performance, delivering high energy density and retention rate after cycles.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Shuaikai Xu, Surong Yan, Xue Chen, Haifu Huang, Xianqing Liang, Yuanhao Wang, Qing Hu, Guodong Wei, Ya Yang
Summary: By constructing vertical porous Ti3CNTx/rGO hybrid aerogel electrodes, the capacitance and rate performance limitations of two-dimensional MXenes in high-performance supercapacitors can be improved.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jong-Hoon Lee, Seul-Yi Lee, Soo-Jin Park
Summary: In recent years, porous carbon materials have been developed for supercapacitor applications. Carbon aerogels with three-dimensional porous networks are promising for electrochemical energy storage. Physical activation using gaseous carbon dioxide provides controllable and eco-friendly processes, while chemical activation produces wastes. The activated carbon aerogels achieved a high specific surface area and large total pore volumes, leading to a high electrical double-layer capacitance. The specific gravimetric capacitance reached up to 89.1 F g(-1) with a high capacitance retention of 93.2% after 3000 cycles.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jun Zhou, Yuying Zheng, Dongyang Chen
Summary: By using a reduction-reaction-induced self-assembly process, a new type of three-dimensional porous aerogel with partially unzipped multiwalled carbon nanotubes inserted into graphene nanosheets was prepared. The aerogels exhibited excellent electrical contact, prevented restacking of graphene nanosheets, and provided large channels for charge transfer, resulting in promising electrode materials for supercapacitor applications.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jingui Ai, Shuhua Yang, Yana Sun, Mei Liu, Le Zhang, Degang Zhao, Jieqiang Wang, Chao Yang, Xiutong Wang, Bingqiang Cao
Summary: Hierarchical porous carbon derived from corncob cellulose has been successfully fabricated, showing excellent specific surface area and pore size distribution. It exhibits high specific capacitance and outstanding rate capability, as well as good cycling stability after 20,000 cycles.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Hongying Quan, Wenhao Tao, Yan Wang, Dezhi Chen
Summary: This study reports a facile strategy to improve the capacitive behavior of biomass-derived porous carbons by introducing highly graphitized carbon quantum dots (CQDs) into their structure. The resulting CQDs/HPC composites exhibit a well-developed porous structure, improved charge/ion transfer kinetics, and high capacitance and rate capability. Moreover, these composites also show high long-term stability.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Lu Wang, Qiong Wu, Baozheng Zhao, Zelin Li, Yuehong Zhang, Lang Huang, Shitao Yu
Summary: Carbon aerogels prepared from chitosan with ionic liquid as solvent and nitrogen source are functionalized through various post-treatments for applications in fluorescence, electrode materials, and catalyst support. The resulting materials exhibit unique properties such as water solubility, excellent capacitance for supercapacitors, and high catalytic activity for phenol hydrogenation.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Qiong Wu, Lu Wang, Baozheng Zhao, Lang Huang, Shitao Yu, Arthur J. Ragauskas
Summary: A highly stable Pd-loaded N-doped carbon catalyst (ACN(pd)) prepared from chitosan by hydrothermal carbonization exhibited excellent catalytic performance in phenol hydrogenation, achieving high conversion and selectivity. This outstanding performance was attributed to the synergetic effects of Pd particles, N-functional groups, and Lewis acid sites on the support.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Qinglei Wang, Tiantian Dong, Qian Zhou, Zili Cui, Xuehui Shangguan, Chenglong Lu, Zhaolin Lv, Kai Chen, Lang Huang, Huanrui Zhang, Guanglei Cui
Summary: In this study, a composite solid-state electrolyte (CSE) with high ionic conductivity and good compatibility is designed and prepared. The CSE enables the development of long-life high-voltage solid-state lithium metal batteries with excellent battery performance and safety features.
SCIENCE CHINA-CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Qiong Wu, Lu Wang, Yan Yan, Shuang Li, Shitao Yu, Jingguo Wang, Lang Huang
Summary: Fluorescent carbon dots ranging from blue to green were prepared through a microwave-assisted hydrothermal reaction. The carbon dots exhibited developed surface groups and high percentages of C=O, CN=C, and C=C groups. The addition of sodium hydroxide and boric acid enhanced the emission properties of carbon dots, allowing them to exhibit room-temperature property phenomena that were visible to the naked eye. The carbon dots also showed potential applications in enhancing the capacitance of graphene oxide and in the fields of security, sensing, and energy storage.
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Lang Huang, Tao Lu, Gaojie Xu, Xiaohu Zhang, Zhaoxuan Jiang, Zengqi Zhang, Yantao Wang, Pengxian Han, Guanglei Cui, Liquan Chen
Summary: By investigating the thermal runaway behavior of Li-S pouch cells, this study reveals that the thermal runaway route starts from cathode-induced reactions and then gets accelerated by reactions from the anode. Moreover, solvent vaporization is found to dominate pressure building up during thermal runaway. The in-depth description of the thermal runaway routes will inspire the mitigation of safety issues in next-generation batteries.
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Qiong Wu, Chengao Liu, Shuang Li, Yan Yan, Shitao Yu, Lang Huang
Summary: This study investigates the use of micronized cellulose particles as reinforcing agents for cellulose particle/polypropylene composites. The particle size and filler loading were found to affect the processability, crystallization behavior, tensile property, and water absorption of the composites. Results show that small particles with low aspect ratio and large surface area improve the composite's melting processing ability and promote polymer matrix crystallization, while reducing water absorption. The composites produced with the milled particles exhibit improved tensile strength, modulus, and elongation at break compared with traditional long pulp fiber/PP composites. The addition of a coupling agent further enhances the tensile property and water repellency of the composites by improving the interfacial compatibility between the filler and matrix.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Chen Jiang, Mingming Gao, Shouyun Zhang, Lang Huang, Shitao Yu, Zhanqian Song, Qiong Wu
Summary: In this study, a hybrid hydrogel composed of bio-based chitosan and holey graphene oxide was prepared by microwave-assisted hydrothermal method to address the issues of low energy density and poor conductivity in conventional electrode materials for supercapacitors. The hydrogel exhibited high conductivity and flexibility, and when used as an additive-free electrode, it showed promising performance with a high specific capacitance of 377 F/g at 5 A/g. Additionally, the hydrogel composite when used in a flexible solid-state supercapacitor achieved a specific capacitance of 210 F/g at 0.5 A/g, with an ultrahigh energy density of 31 Wh/kg at the power density of 150 W/kg. These findings suggest the potential of the hydrogel composite in applications such as signal sensors and portable energy storage.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Qiong Wu, Shouyun Zhang, Shuang Li, Yan Yan, Shftao Yu, Ruiyang Zhao, Lang Huang
Summary: In this study, P and N co-doped carbon dots with multi-color-emissive tunable fluorescence were synthesized using bio-based chitosan and phosphoric acid. The introduction of phosphoric acid shortened the reaction time and enriched the surface defect states of carbon dots, resulting in emission at long wavelengths. In addition, compositing with carbon nitride enhanced the visible light capture ability of the photocatalyst. The photocatalytic degradation rate of Rhodamine B reached 98.39% within 60 minutes using the synthesized catalyst.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jinning Zhang, Han Wu, Xiaofan Du, Hao Zhang, Lang Huang, Fu Sun, Tingting Liu, Songwei Tian, Lixue Zhou, Sijia Hu, Zhixiang Yuan, Botao Zhang, Jianjun Zhang, Guanglei Cui
Summary: This study presents a new type of deep eutectic electrolyte (DEE) with a thermally induced smart shut-down function to address the safety concerns and lithium dendrites in high-voltage lithium metal batteries (LMBs). The delicately designed DEE incorporates 1,3,5-trioxane (TXE) to enhance the Li/electrolyte interfacial compatibility, resulting in high Coulombic efficiency and remarkable cyclability. The DEE also demonstrates a thermal shutdown function at elevated temperatures, improving the safety properties of LMBs.
ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xiaohu Zhang, Lang Huang, Bin Xie, Shenghang Zhang, Zhaoxuan Jiang, Gaojie Xu, Jiedong Li, Guanglei Cui
Summary: Anode-free lithium metal batteries (AFLMBs) are gaining attention for their high energy density, simple structure, low cost, and relatively high safety. However, the thermal runaway performance of AFLMBs has not been well-studied, and the absence of a reactive lithium metal anode does not guarantee thermal runaway-free conditions. This study examines the thermal runaway characteristics of a 2.0 Ah AFLMB and finds that the discharged battery is safe under elevated temperatures, while the fully-charged battery does undergo thermal runaway, but with less intensity compared to a lithium metal battery. Mechanistic investigations reveal that an AFLMB with a conventional electrolyte experiences thermal runaway due to anode-induced exothermic interactions and broken separator induced electrodes interaction. Additionally, adding fluoroethylene carbonate in the electrolyte forms a thermal-stable solid layer between the anode and cathode, preventing direct contact of the electrodes and delaying violent self-heating. This comprehensive exploration of AFLMBs' thermal runaway characteristics and mechanisms contributes to the development of high energy density and safety-enhanced lithium metal batteries.
ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Shenghang Zhang, Xiangchun Zhuang, Xiaofan Du, Xiaohu Zhang, Jiedong Li, Gaojie Xu, Zhongqin Ren, Zili Cui, Lang Huang, Shitao Wang, Fun Sun, Lixin Qiao, Shanmu Dong, Guanglei Cui
Summary: A novel additive of potassium perfluoropinacolatoborate (KFPB) is synthesized to improve the compatibility between Li anode and carbonate electrolyte. KFPB additive can regulate the solvation structure of the electrolyte and promote the formation of stable solid-electrolyte interphase (SEI) layer on Li anode surface. With trace amount of KFPB, Li dendrites' growth can be suppressed and Li-metal batteries exhibit excellent cycling stability.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Di Lu, Shenghang Zhang, Jiedong Li, Lang Huang, Xiaohu Zhang, Bin Xie, Xiangchun Zhuang, Zili Cui, Xiulin Fan, Gaojie Xu, Xiaofan Du, Guanglei Cui
Summary: The use of noncoordinating flame retardant FPPN improves the compatibility and stability of PC-based electrolytes with graphite anode, enhancing the safety performance of high-energy-density LIBs.
ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Tiantian Dong, Huanrui Zhang, Lang Huang, Jun Ma, Pengzhou Mu, Xiaofan Du, Xiaohu Zhang, Xiaogang Wang, Chenglong Lu, Shanmu Dong, Qian Zhou, Gaojie Xu, Wei Liu, Guanglei Cui
Summary: In this article, a smart polymer electrolyte is developed through in-situ radical random polymerization of monomers. It provides a balance between thermal safety and energy density of lithium batteries by creating a highly crosslinking network. The polymer electrolyte exhibits superior performance in terms of both thermal shutdown and cycle performance due to enhanced interface compatibility and water-scavenging ability.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Mengting Gao, Zelin Li, Baozheng Zhao, Shitao Yu, Lang Huang, Qiong Wu
Summary: Nickel-tungsten co-doped spherical carbon-based catalysts (m%Ni-n%W-GCT) were synthesized using glucose as a carbon host via one-pot hydrothermal-carbonization. The presence of Ni during hydrogen reduction led to the transformation of tungsten structural composition from WOx -> W -> WCx, attributed to the carburizing reaction. The carbon-based catalysts exhibited developed porous structures with acidity that increased with increasing tungsten loading content and showed promising catalytic activity in cellulose hydrogenolysis, with high selectivity for ethylene glycol achieved under optimized reaction conditions.
FUEL PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Shenghang Zhang, Fu Sun, Xiaofan Du, Xiaohu Zhang, Lang Huang, Jun Ma, Shanmu Dong, Andre Hilger, Ingo Manke, Longshan Li, Bin Xie, Jiedong Li, Zhiwei Hu, Alexander C. Komarek, Hong-Ji Lin, Chang-Yang Kuo, Chien-Te Chen, Pengxian Han, Gaojie Xu, Zili Cui, Guanglei Cui
Summary: By employing thermal-induced in situ polymerization of lithium perfluoropinacolatoaluminate, a novel interface-compatible and safe single-ion conductive 3D polymer electrolyte (3D-SIPE-LiFPA) has been developed. It is demonstrated that 3D-SIPE-LiFPA promotes the formation of a protective electrode/electrolyte interface and inhibits the dissolution-migration-deposition of transition metals. 3D-SIPE-LiFPA significantly enhances the cycle life and safety of NCM811/Li LMBs.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Wei-Han Hui, Yen-Lin Chen, Shu-Wei Chang
Summary: Crosslinking affects the mechanical behavior and tissue metabolism of collagen-based tissues. Aging and diabetes alter the crosslinking type and density, thus changing tissue properties. High-connectivity enzymatic crosslinking and advanced-glycation end-products result in uniform deformation under daily activity, while low-connectivity enzymatic crosslinking does not. High-connectivity model displays more sliding, while AGEs induce instability in structures near the binding sites.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yao-Bin Ma, Xiao-Qiu Zhou, Wei-Dan Jiang, Pei Wu, Yang Liu, Shu-Wei Li, Ling Tang, Lu Zhang, Hai-Feng Mi, Lin Feng
Summary: Tea polyphenols (TPs) are an inexpensive feed additive that can protect the gill function of fish against Flavobacterium columnare (F. columnare) through various mechanisms, including suppression of oxidative stress, apoptosis, and inflammation.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yan-Jia Guo, Jing-Ru Pang, Yu Zhang, Zhong-Rui Li, Xiao-Lin Zi, Hong-Min Liu, Ning Wang, Li-Juan Zhao, Ya Gao, Bo Wang, Piet Herdewijn, Cheng-Yun Jin, Ying Liu, Yi-Chao Zheng
Summary: This study identifies the conjugation of NEDD8 to LSD1 and its impact on GC cells, revealing the significance of LSD1 neddylation in GC.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Geum-Jae Jeong, Fazlurrahman Khan, Nazia Tabassum, Young-Mog Kim
Summary: Vibrio species are motile gram-negative bacteria commonly found in aquatic environments. They can adapt to environmental fluctuations and develop protective mechanisms against host immune systems. Different types of sigma and anti-sigma factors play important roles in regulating gene expression and virulence in Vibrio species.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Zahra Mohammadbagheri, Behrooz Movahedi, Shaghayegh Saeedi, Abbas Rahmati
Summary: In this study, a reusable biobased composite hydrogel was successfully synthesized and used for the removal of Tl(I) from aqueous solutions. The hydrogel exhibited high adsorption capacity and thermal stability, and the adsorption process was found to be thermodynamically spontaneous. The results demonstrated that the hydrogel can be reused multiple times without significant loss of its adsorption capacity.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Iqra Batool, Muhammad Imran, Ayesha Anwar, Farhan Ahmed Khan, Afrah E. Mohammed, Ashwag Shami, Hafiz Iqbal
Summary: Enzyme immobilization on ZnO/SnO2 and ZnO/SnO2/SA nanocomposites was studied, and the catalytic and biochemical characteristics of the immobilized enzyme were investigated. The results showed that ZnO/SnO2 and ZnO/SnO2/SA nanostructures are suitable carriers for enzyme immobilization.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Elias Mosaffa, Dhruvi Patel, Nasim Amiri Ramsheh, Rishikumar Indravadan Patel, Atanu Banerjee, Hossein Ghafuri
Summary: In this study, a unique 3D bead structure of adsorbent, composed of bacterial cellulose microfilaments reinforced chitosan adorned with melamine 2D plates, was synthesized for anionic dye removal. The adsorbent showed high specific surface area and abundant functional groups, resulting in exceptional adsorption capacity. The characteristics and optimal conditions of the adsorbent were assessed and analyzed.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Carolina Gismene, Jorge Enrique Hernandez Gonzalez, Marilia de Freitas Calmon, Andrey Fabricio Ziem Nascimento, Angela Rocio Nino Santisteban, Felipe Antunes Calil, Alana Della Torre da Silva, Paula Rahal, Rejane Maira Goes, Raghuvir Krishnaswamy Arni, Ricardo Barros Mariutti
Summary: Mammaliicoccus sciuri, a bacterium of clinical and veterinary relevance, expresses the virulence factor Exfoliative Toxin C (ExhC), which binds specifically to desmoglein-1 (Dsg1) and plays a role in tissue integrity. This study investigates the necrotic activity of ExhC and identifies a variant lacking necrotic potential but retaining enzymatic activity through mutagenesis experiments and crystal structure determination.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Bibhas K. Bhunia, Ashutosh Bandyopadhyay, Souradeep Dey, Biman B. Mandal
Summary: Intervertebral disc degeneration is a major cause of chronic low back pain and disability. Researchers have developed a bioactive silk-based hybrid hydrogel system functionalized with decellularized human Wharton's jelly extracellular matrix as bioactive cues. The hydrogels mimic the rheological and mechanical properties of the native nucleus pulposus tissue and support cell viability, proliferation, and tissue maturation.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Qun Zhang, Yonggan Yan, Zhao Li, Jing Du, Kai Zhang, Liguo Zhang, Ting Wang, Alberto Bianco, Shaohua Ge, Baojin Ma
Summary: A new crosslinking strategy has been devised to construct injectable sodium alginate hydrogels, which can be regulated for injectability and have great potential in biomedical applications.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Seong Eun Hong, Ji-Soo Lee, Hyeon Gyu Lee
Summary: The potential of multi-layer nanoemulsions for improving the cellular uptake, antioxidant activity, and in vitro bioaccessibility of alpha-tocopherol was examined. The results showed that the multi-layer nanoemulsions significantly enhanced the cellular uptake and antioxidant activity of alpha-tocopherol compared to free coumarin 6. Furthermore, the use of chitosan and dextran sulfate as wall materials in the multi-layer nanoemulsions led to even higher cellular uptake, in vitro bioaccessibility, and antioxidant activity of alpha-tocopherol.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jingjing Yu, Yanhui Zhang, Ruoning Zhang, Yanxiang Gao, Like Mao
Summary: High internal phase emulsions (HIPEs) based on beeswax (BW) oleogels and octenyl succinic acid starch (OSA starch) were prepared by a simple one-step method. The results showed that oleogelation improved the stability and encapsulation capability of the HIPEs, which is significant for the development of novel healthy food.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Bi-Feng Yao, Xiu-Ju Luo, Jun Peng
Summary: The balanced and continuous fission and fusion of mitochondria, regulated by OPA1, are important for maintaining mitochondrial dynamics in cardiovascular disorders. Understanding the role of OPA1 in mitochondrial fusion can provide insights into the pathogenesis of cardiovascular diseases.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Gokul Paramasivam, Anandhavelu Sanmugam, Vishnu Vardhan Palem, Murugan Sevanan, Ananda Babu Sairam, Nachiappan Nachiappan, Buhyun Youn, Jung Sub Lee, Muthuchamy Nallal, Kang Hyun Park
Summary: Nanomaterials are being used to deliver therapeutic agents in living systems. Different nanotechnological applications such as immunosensors, immune assays, and drug delivery are being implemented using nanotechnology. Genomics plays a crucial role in selecting appropriate drugs for personalized cancer therapy. It helps in analyzing gene and protein expression, disease classification, and designing disease models. Delivering drugs to specific areas using nanoparticles is a challenging issue.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jing Li, Wei Wang, Han Wu, Feng Peng, Hui Gao, Ying Guan
Summary: In this study, CMH-based CPF films were prepared and their thermal and barrier properties were successfully regulated. The tensile strength and water vapor barrier property of CPF films were significantly improved, making them promising for food packaging applications.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2024)