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Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Yu-Heng Cheng, Alon Y. Kirschner, Chia-Chih Chang, Zhengwang He, Mostafa Nassr, Todd Emrick, Benny D. Freeman
Summary: Membrane fouling is a significant challenge in membrane separations, and hydrophilic membrane surface modification can enhance fouling resistance. This study presents a new hydrophilic membrane coating based on 1,4-benzoquinone and polyetheramines for modifying polysulfone ultrafiltration membranes. The results show that the modified membranes exhibit comparable fouling resistance to polydopamine-modified membranes, indicating the potential of these coatings in mitigating fouling.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ohad Solomon, Hannah Sapir, Evgeniy Mervinetsky, Yu-Ju Chen, Assaf Friedler, Shlomo Yitzchaik
Summary: The role of kinases in regulating cellular processes makes them potential biomarkers for a variety of diseases. This study introduces a new type of electrochemical kinase biosensor that relies on protein-protein interactions rather than enzymatic reactions, allowing for a more selective detection of different types of enzymes. The sensor was demonstrated using ERK2 kinase and its substrate protein HDGF, showing high sensitivity in detecting ERK2 without the need for ATP.
CHEMISTRY-A EUROPEAN JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Ting Liu, Jun Wang, Xinyue Dang, Siyu Wan, Xi Luo, Wen Tang, Haiying Du, Minghua Jin, Juan Li, Jinhua Li
Summary: In this study, the nephrotoxic effects of 2,6-dichloro-1,4-benzoquinone (DCBQ) on mice were evaluated through a 28-day oral toxicity test. The mechanisms of nephrotoxicity induced by DCBQ, including inflammation, oxidative stress, apoptosis, and gut microbiota, were explored. The results showed that DCBQ caused renal damage and inflammation, activated the apoptosis pathway, and exhibited an association with gut microbiota. Exposure to DCBQ in disinfected water may pose a risk to kidney health.
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Environmental Sciences
Zhangbin Pan, Zhenqi Du, Junqi Jia, Aiguo Lin, Yongqiang Wang, Wuchang Song, Shaohua Sun, Hongbo Wang, Ruibao Jia, Lian Hou
Summary: In this study, the effects of ultraviolet-based advanced oxidation processes (UV-AOPs) on the degradation of 2,6-dichloro-1,4-benzoquinone (DCBQ) were evaluated. The results showed that alkaline and weakly acidic environments facilitated the degradation of DCBQ, while inorganic anions inhibited its degradation, with CO32- having the highest degree of inhibition.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jun Wang, Ting Liu, Lifang Liu, Xin Chen, Xu Zhang, Haiying Du, Chao Wang, Juan Li, Jinhua Li
Summary: This study explores the adverse effects and mechanisms of DCBQ, an emerging water disinfection byproduct, on the gut microbiome, metabolic functions, and immunity. The findings highlight the importance of assessing the risks associated with DBPs.
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Dimitra G. Meintani, Theodoros G. Chatzimitakos, Athanasia Kasouni, Constantine D. Stalikas
Summary: This study investigated the impact of 2,6-dichloro-1,4-benzoquinone (DCBQ) and its derivative 2,6-dichloro-3-hydroxy-1,4-benzoquinone (DCBQ-OH) on human epidermal keratinocyte cells. Both chemicals caused disruptions in energy production, oxidative stress, and membrane damage.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Nicolas A. Grosso-Giordano, Christian Schroeder, Le Xu, Andrew Solovyov, David W. Small, Hubert Koller, Stacey I. Zones, Alexander Katz
Summary: This study investigates the interaction between a molecule and a pore mouth by characterizing the conformation of a macrocyclic calix[4]arene-Ti-IV complex grafted on the external surface of a zeotype. The unique conformation of the complex is detected when grafted at crystallographically equivalent locations, revealing how the surrounding environment controls this confinement. Overall, the study provides insights into the essential intermediate for adsorption processes and demonstrates the sensitivity of the confinement control.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jianghui Sun, Xuchan Fan, Hua Lu, Hongwei Tan, Ying Zhang, Yan Wang, Yunling Zhao, Jin Ouyang, Na Na
Summary: Online mass spectrometry was used to investigate the mechanisms of visible-light irradiated dye-sensitized photocatalysis for o-phenylenediamine oxidation, revealing dimer and unexpected trimer intermediates. The stepwise aerobic photooxidation mechanism with multiple routes was deduced with support from theoretical calculations.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jeongwoo Park, Hyobin Eom, Seong Hwan Kim, Tae Jun Seok, Tae Joo Park, Sang Woon Lee, Bonggeun Shong
Summary: 2DEGs localized at oxide heterointerfaces have been studied for novel electronic device architectures, with recent research focusing on the formation of these states through ALD of Al2O3 on TiO2 substrates. The adsorption of TMA on TiO2 surfaces and the formation of 2DEGs were investigated using DFT calculations, revealing the presence of dimethylether surrounded by Vo and Ti-3(+) at the interface. Experimental results confirmed the endothermic nature of Vo formation during the Al2O3 ALD process, supporting the geometrically confined n-type electronic states observed at the heterointerface.
MATERIALS TODAY ADVANCES
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Egor Musin, Aleksandr L. Kim, Alexey Dubrovskii, Sergey A. Tikhonenko
Summary: The study found that the surface of polyelectrolyte microcapsules with a dissolved CaCO3 core exhibited mixed polyelectrolyte layers, while those with an undissolved CaCO3 core did not, indicating mixing of polyelectrolyte layers during the dissolution stage of the CaCO3 core. Additionally, microcapsules encapsulating proteins showed partial mixing of polyelectrolyte layers, possibly due to the dense and well-formed shell of such microcapsules. These findings are consistent with the surface charge analysis of the microcapsules.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ryan P. Gott, K. W. Engeling, Joel Olson, Carolina Franco
Summary: In this study, the generation of plasma activated water (PAW) was investigated by changing the power supply, electrode material, input gas, and treatment time. The changes in chemistry were found to be responsible for altering the pH and conductivity of the water. The DC power supply was the most effective in reducing the pH of the water and generating nitrates.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yuelin Xu, Fengxi Li, Yong Tang, Junhao Wu, Chunyu Wang, Chuang Du, Zhi Wang, Lei Wang
Summary: 1,4-Dihydropyridines (DHPs) containing benzosultams are widely present in bioactive molecules and drugs as base structural units. These compounds are usually synthesized by organic-base catalyzed methods that require specifically functionalized substrates or harsh conditions. In this study, a [3+3] annulation reaction of cyclic N-sulfonyl ketimine with various substituted isatylidene malononitrile or benzylidene malononitriles was reported. This biocatalytic strategy provides a green route for the synthesis of 1,4-DHPs containing benzosultams, with good functional groups compatibility and yields. Under optimal conditions, lipase leads to the formation of 1,4-DHPs containing benzosultams in up to 87% yield.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Leah E. Jackson, Wendy M. Robertson, Megan Rohrssen, Anthony Chappaz, Lawrence D. Lemke
Summary: This study analyzed the concentration of 1,4-dioxane at the Gelman Site and identified a mass balance deficit. Various mechanisms were evaluated, and bypass of the monitoring well network was found to be the most plausible explanation. The study also emphasized the importance of characterizing aquifer heterogeneity.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Wenqi Wang, Rui Han, Min Chen, Xiliang Luo
Summary: The study presents a facile strategy for the electrochemical detection of HER2 using an antifouling sensing interface based on PEDOT and a peptide hydrogel, showing high sensitivity and selectivity for HER2 detection in complex biological samples.
ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Luca Mazzei, Michele Cianci, Stefano Ciurli
Summary: In this study, the inhibitory characteristics of 1,4-hydroquinone and its derivatives on two ureases were investigated, and the inhibition mechanism was elucidated. Hydroquinone covalently binds to a key residue of urease, resulting in enzyme inactivation. These findings are important for understanding the inhibition mechanism of urease and designing novel antimicrobial agents.
CHEMISTRY-A EUROPEAN JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Massimiliano Gasparrini, Francesca Mazzola, Massimiliano Cuccioloni, Leonardo Sorci, Valentina Audrito, Federica Zamporlini, Carlo Fortunato, Adolfo Amici, Michele Cianci, Silvia Deaglio, Mauro Angeletti, Nadia Raffaelli
Summary: This study investigated the interaction between the enzyme NAMPT and the receptor TLR4, and found that specific regions of NAMPT play a key role in TLR4 binding and impact the initiation of inflammatory response and the signaling pathway.
JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Francesco Musiani, Laura Rigobello, Luisa Iommarini, Valerio Carelli, Mauro Degli Esposti, Anna Maria Ghelli
Summary: This study found that the common mitochondrial DNA mutation associated with Leber's hereditary optic neuropathy (LHON) induces resistance to Rotenone. Recent research revealed that Rotenone also binds to the ND4 subunit. The authors found that the LHON mutation disrupts a hydrogen bond in the ND4 subunit, leading to destabilization of Rotenone binding. This finding explains the Rotenone resistance observed in LHON patients.
Article
Plant Sciences
Serena Rosignoli, Francesco Cosenza, Matthew J. Moscou, Laura Civolani, Francesco Musiani, Cristian Forestan, Sara Giulia Milner, Castrense Savojardo, Roberto Tuberosa, Silvio Salvi
Summary: Disease lesion mimic (DLM) mutants display necrotic lesions without pathogen infections. This study used a new method called complementation by sequencing (CBS) to identify the responsible gene for DLM mutants in barley. They found that a cytochrome P450 CYP71P1 gene was responsible for orange blotch DLM mutants.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Antonio De Leo, Gloria Ravegnini, Francesco Musiani, Thais Maloberti, Michela Visani, Viviana Sanza, Sabrina Angelini, Anna Myriam Perrone, Pierandrea De Iaco, Angelo Gianluca Corradini, Francesca Rosini, Marco Grillini, Donatella Santini, Claudio Ceccarelli, Claudio Zamagni, Giovanni Tallini, Dario de Biase
Summary: This study aims to investigate the relevance of ARID1A alterations in endometrial carcinomas (ECs) by studying the associations between DNA mutation, RNA expression, and protein expression. The results show a good correlation between ARID1A mutations and protein immunostaining, suggesting the use of immunohistochemistry analysis in cases with novel ARID1A mutations or alterations of uncertain pathogenic significance.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lucia Casali, Luca Mazzei, Renren Sun, Michele R. Chierotti, Roberto Gobetto, Dario Braga, Fabrizia Grepioni, Stefano Ciurli
Summary: This article investigates the inhibition effects of three thiuram compounds on urease and ammonia monooxygenase. The water solubility of these compounds is significantly improved by the preparation of inclusion complexes using green technology. The results show that the complexed compounds have the same inhibitory effects as the isolated molecules, suggesting their potential in improving the nitrogen use efficiency of soil fertilizers.
CRYSTAL GROWTH & DESIGN
(2022)
Meeting Abstract
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Luisa Iommarini, Ivana Kurelac, Beatrice Cavina, Agnese Fornasa, Daniele Traversa, Maria Iorio, Manuela Sollazzo, Monica De Luise, Eleonora Lama, Hamid Razi Nasiri, Anna Ghelli, Francesco Musiani, Giuseppe Gasparre, Anna Maria Porcelli
BIOCHIMICA ET BIOPHYSICA ACTA-BIOENERGETICS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Luca Mazzei, Michele Cianci, Stefano Ciurli
Summary: In this study, the inhibitory characteristics of 1,4-hydroquinone and its derivatives on two ureases were investigated, and the inhibition mechanism was elucidated. Hydroquinone covalently binds to a key residue of urease, resulting in enzyme inactivation. These findings are important for understanding the inhibition mechanism of urease and designing novel antimicrobial agents.
CHEMISTRY-A EUROPEAN JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jacopo Carbone, Alessia Ghidini, Antonio Romano, Luca Gentilucci, Francesco Musiani
Summary: PacDOCK is a free and user-friendly web server that helps analyze molecular docking results and improve the efficiency of computer-aided drug design.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Ylenia Beniamino, Vittoria Cenni, Mario Piccioli, Stefano Ciurli, Barbara Zambelli
Summary: Nickel exposure is associated with tumors of the respiratory tract. Understanding the molecular basis of nickel-induced carcinogenesis requires unraveling the mode and effects of Ni(II) binding to its intracellular targets. The protein hNDRG1, induced by Ni(II), is a potential target for cancer treatment and its expression correlates with cancer aggressiveness and chemotherapy resistance. The researchers performed biochemical and biophysical characterization of hNDRG1*C and found that it binds to Ni(II) with micromolar affinity, without causing major changes to the protein structure. This study provides crucial information for understanding the cellular function of hNDRG1*C and its role in cancer development.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Francesca Di Matteo, Giorgia Frumenzio, Balasubramanian Chandramouli, Alessandro Grottesi, Andrew Emerson, Francesco Musiani
Summary: This study compared the structures of NSP13, the essential helicase protein of SARS-CoV-2, in its RNA-free and RNA-engaged forms using molecular dynamics simulations. The results revealed conformational changes and identified the residues responsible for domain-domain interactions in both forms.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Ivana Kurelac, Beatrice Cavina, Manuela Sollazzo, Stefano Miglietta, Agnese Fornasa, Monica De Luise, Maria Iorio, Eleonora Lama, Daniele Traversa, Hamid Razi Nasiri, Anna Ghelli, Francesco Musiani, Anna Maria Porcelli, Luisa Iommarini, Giuseppe Gasparre
Summary: Inhibition of respiratory complex I (CI) is a promising anti-cancer strategy, but the specifics of its mechanism, efficacy, and specificity are still unclear. By comparing different CI inhibitors on cancer cell models, it was found that BAY 87-2243 and EVP 4593 are selective, while the anti-proliferative effects of metformin are not strongly associated with CI inhibition. This study highlights the caution needed when using metformin as a CI-targeting compound and emphasizes the importance of dosage optimization and evaluation of molecular interactions.
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Luca Mazzei, Rebecca Greene-Cramer, Khushboo Bafna, Aleksandar Jovanovic, Anna De Falco, Thomas B. Acton, Catherine Ann Royer, Stefano Ciurli, Gaetano T. Montelione
Summary: This article presents a protocol for producing 3CLpro protease from SARS-CoV-2 in Escherichia coli, including steps for purification and isotope-enriched samples suitable for NMR studies. The article also describes methods for characterizing 3CLpro using mass spectrometry, X-ray crystallography, heteronuclear NMR, and an enzyme assay. For complete details, please refer to the cited paper.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Giorgia Frumenzio, Balasubramanian Chandramouli, Neva Besker, Alessandro Grottesi, Carmine Talarico, Francesco Frigerio, Andrew Emerson, Francesco Musiani
Summary: Thanks to recent research on SARS-CoV-2, we now understand how the virus infects host cells through its spike protein and the role of TMPRSS2 protein in this process. This study used molecular dynamics simulations to investigate the conformational changes of TMPRSS2 and found that an inhibitor stabilizes the catalytic site and induces rearrangements in the protein's extracellular domain, creating a new cavity near the ligand binding pocket. These findings suggest a potential new drug target for improving TMPRSS2 recognition.
PROTEINS-STRUCTURE FUNCTION AND BIOINFORMATICS
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Barbara Zambelli, Priyanka Basak, Heidi Hu, Mario Piccioli, Francesco Musiani, Valquiria Broll, Lionel Imbert, Jerome Boisbouvier, Michael J. Maroney, Stefano Ciurli
Summary: The maturation pathway for urease involves the protein UreE as a metallochaperone, and accessory proteins HypA and HypB are also required in H. pylori. A protein complex forms between HypA and the UreE(2) dimer, mediated by conserved motifs and extensive protein contacts. This complex contains a high-affinity Ni(II)-binding site and a six-coordinate, high-spin Ni(II) site with ligands from both component proteins.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jayoh A. Hernandez, Paul S. Micus, Sean Alec Lois Sunga, Luca Mazzei, Stefano Ciurli, Gabriele Meloni
Summary: Essential trace metals play crucial roles in the survival and virulence of bacterial pathogens. Helicobacter pylori requires nickel for colonization and persistence in the stomach, and NixA is an essential nickel transporter in this process. This study characterizes the selectivity and electrogenic nature of NixA-mediated nickel transport.
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Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Vaibhav Bedi, Dipendu Mandal, Zahid Hussain, Shi-Ming Chen, Yile Wu, Zheng-Wang Qu, Stefan Grimme, Douglas W. Stephan
Summary: The reaction of (tBuO(2)CN)(2) with 9-BBN leads to the formation of a bicyclic heterocyclic compound, while its reactions with BF3 or [Et3Si][B(C6F5)(4)] result in the isolation of different compounds. Computational studies reveal that the steric and electronic properties of the Lewis acid are important in the formation of one of the compounds.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2024)
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Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Chisa Itoh, Haruka Yoshino, Taku Kitayama, Wataru Kosaka, Hitoshi Miyasaka
Summary: A new synthetic route for constructing functional paddlewheel diruthenium(II,II) complexes was developed, utilizing Schiff base condensation reactions. The attached Schiff base groups significantly affected the electronic states of the resulting complexes, as revealed by cyclic voltammetry and DFT calculations.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Danrui Ni, Haozhe Wang, Xianghan Xu, Weiwei Xie, Robert J. Cava
Summary: A layered rhombohedral polymorph of indium(iii) triiodide is synthesized at high pressure and temperature. It has an orange color, which is different from ambient pressure InI3, which has a monoclinic molecular structure and a light-yellow color.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Juan Carlos Perez-Sanchez, Raquel P. Herrera, M. Concepcion Gimeno
Summary: Gold(II) complexes have been less utilized in catalysis compared to their gold(I) and gold(III) counterparts. However, gold(II) complexes offer potential in homo-coupling and cross-coupling reactions, as they are more easily accessible through simplified oxidation and reduction processes. Gold(II) exhibits characteristics of both soft acid gold(I) and hard acid gold(III). This review explores the unique reactivity and potential applications of gold(II) species, highlighting their significance in catalytic transformations.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Nighat Yousuf, Yanping Ma, Qaiser Mahmood, Wenjuan Zhang, Yizhou Wang, Hassan Saeed, Wen-Hua Sun
Summary: In this study, a series of structurally rigid cyclooctyl-fused iminopyridine iron complexes were synthesized and used with methylaluminoxane for isoprene polymerization. The extent of steric hindrance of the ligand framework was found to significantly affect catalytic performance, with less hindrance leading to better activity and stability.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2024)
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Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Chenghao Song, Huiwei Du, Menglei Xu, Jie Yang, Xinyu Zhang, Jungan Wang, Yuanfang Zhang, Chengjun Gu, Rui Li, Tao Hong, Jingji Zhang, Jiangying Wang, Yongchun Ye
Summary: This study improves the performance of perovskite solar cells by using a dual-hole transport layer strategy. This strategy enhances the charge transfer efficiency of the transport layer, reduces charge recombination, and improves the quality of the perovskite film layer. Ultimately, the stability of the device is enhanced.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Mahender Singh, Aakash Yadav, Ranjit Singh, Chullikkattil P. Pradeep
Summary: A new aryl selenonium polyoxometalate hybrid was developed and compared with an aryl sulfonium polyoxometalate hybrid in terms of their photocatalytic properties. It was found that the aryl selenonium hybrid exhibited better catalytic performance, which could be attributed to the larger atomic radii of selenium stabilizing the photogenerated electron-hole pair more efficiently. Additionally, the generation of elemental selenium through cleavage of C-Se bonds during catalysis was observed.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Yuhan Xie, Boyu Dong, Xuemin Wang, Siyuan Wang, Jinxi Chen, Yongbing Lou
Summary: This study successfully fabricated visible-light-responsive three-dimensional core-shell CoSe2/ZnIn2S4 heterostructures and achieved attractive activity in photocatalytic hydrogen evolution. The presence of CoSe2 improved light absorption and accelerated charge transfer kinetics. The strong interaction between CoSe2 and ZnIn2S4 reduced charge recombination, further enhancing photocatalytic activity for hydrogen evolution.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Andre L. de O. Batista, Joao Marcos T. Palheta, Mauricio J. Piotrowski, Celso R. C. Rego, Diego Guedes-Sobrinho, Alexandre C. Dias
Summary: This study presents a simulation protocol that provides a solid foundation for exploring two-dimensional materials. Using the TiBr2 2H monolayer as an example, the study reveals its promising properties for optoelectronic and valleytronic applications, including its stability, spin-orbit coupling effects, and optical helicity selection rule.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Jiang Jiang, Zi-Wei Li, Zhi-Zhuan Zhang, Bin Tan, Zhao-Feng Wu, Xiao-Ying Huang
Summary: In this work, two metal organic frameworks (MOFs) containing {Cu2I2} clusters, Eu-CuI-INA and Sr-K-CuI-INA, were synthesized and characterized. Both materials have a three-dimensional structure with {Cu2I2} clusters coordinated by INA(-) ligands and Eu3+ or Sr2+ ions. The Sr-K-CuI-INA material exhibited sensitive fluorescence sensing behaviors towards cysteine and nitro-bearing molecules, showing potential applications in bio and explosive molecule sensing. This work provides a good reference for designing fluorescent MOF probes containing CuI molecules.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Zhiya Lin, Jiasheng Wu, Qianwen Ye, Yulong Chen, Hai Jia, Xiaohui Huang, Shaoming Ying
Summary: Na-ion batteries (NIBs) have attracted great interest as a potential technology for grid-scale energy storage due to the wide distribution, low cost, and environmental friendliness of sodium resources. However, their implementation is hindered by low rate capability and cycling stability caused by the large ionic size of Na+. In this study, a three-dimensional nanoarchitectured coral-like CoSe2@N-doped carbon (CL-CoSe2@NC) was synthesized, and it exhibited improved sodium storage properties with better electrode kinetics and a stable SEI film.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Ya-Qiong Zhang, Yu Zhang, Guoping Zeng, Rong-Zhen Liao, Man Li
Summary: The mechanism and selectivity of CO2 reduction under visible light were investigated using density functional calculations. The results showed that a tetradentate PNNP-type Iridium(III) complex exhibited high activity and selectivity in the reaction.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Sanyukta Ghosh, Shubhanth Jain, Soumya Ranjan Mishra, Gerda Rogl, Peter Rogl, Ernst Bauer, B. S. Murty, A. Govindaraj, Ramesh Chandra Mallik
Summary: In this study, reduced graphene oxide (rGO) was uniformly dispersed in the In0.5Co4Sb12 bulk material by ultrasonication, which effectively reduced the lattice thermal conductivity and improved the thermoelectric efficiency.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Mika Takeuchi, Yutaka Amao
Summary: This study developed an effective visible-light driven system for fumaric acid production using renewable resources such as biomass derivatives, providing an alternative to the current petroleum-based synthesis methods.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Juan Jian, Meiting Wang, Zhuo Wang, Jingwen Meng, Yuqin Yang, Limin Chang
Summary: Developing low-cost and self-supported bifunctional catalysts is crucial for highly efficient water splitting devices. In this study, nano-NiFe2O4 was directly grown onto iron foil surface and Sn4+ was introduced into the NiFe2O4. The resulting Sn-NiFe2O4/IF showed low overpotentials and high current densities during oxygen evolution reaction (OER) and hydrogen evolution reaction (HER), making it a promising catalyst for large-scale hydrogen production.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2024)
