Editorial Material
Ecology
Nelo Magalhaes
Summary: The article sheds light on the importance of green investments in solving ecological crises, while also analyzing the theoretical origins and pitfalls of the Green Investment Paradigm. It highlights the reductionist, normative, disembodied, ahistorical and depoliticizing vision of the paradigm, and discusses the need for serious interdisciplinary assessment of the socio-political causes of ecological crises.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Chuan Liao, Kerstin Nolte, Jonathan A. Sullivan, Daniel G. Brown, Jann Lay, Christof Althoff, Arun Agrawal
Summary: Large-scale land transactions can promote agricultural intensification, but may lead to negative environmental and socioeconomic impacts. Research suggests that converting transacted lands to large-scale farms may result in significant carbon emissions, but constraining deforestation rates can reduce these emissions.
Article
Allergy
Richard Stock, Tatjana Fischer, Katharina Assmus, Nadja Zoeller, Hanns Ackermann, Roland Kaufmann, Markus Meissner, Eva Valesky
Summary: This study evaluated the safety and tolerability of ultra-rush and rush build-up protocols in Hymenoptera venom immunotherapy, showing no significant difference in tolerability based on venom purity grade, but significantly more urticaria and dose reductions in the ultra-rush group. Overall, both protocols demonstrated excellent safety with infrequent and mild anaphylactic reactions in bee and vespid venom allergy patients.
WORLD ALLERGY ORGANIZATION JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Medicinal
Mingxing Teng, Damian W. Young, Zhi Tan
Summary: This review discusses the strategy and effects of pharmacological activation of enzymes, highlighting seven case studies and assessing the potential of activators in drug discovery.
JOURNAL OF MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Studies
Kristian Fjeld, Rachel Tiller, Eduardo Grimaldo, Leif Grimsmo, Inger-Beate Standal
Summary: The growing world population requires large, renewable sources of nutritional food. Mesopelagic fish, an unexploited marine resource, has the potential to contribute to food production through fish feed and direct human consumption. However, proper markets and sustainable harvesting methods are needed for viable harvest.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Chuan Liao, Kerstin Nolte, Daniel G. Brown, Jann Lay, Arun Agrawal
Summary: In the past two decades, there has been an increase in large-scale land transactions, known as 'land grabbing' or 'global land rush,' in lower-and middle-income countries. Despite concerns about the negative impacts of these transactions, there is limited analysis on the trade-off between boosting crop yield and minimizing climate-related effects. Our study uses a global dataset on these transactions to estimate potential carbon emissions and agricultural production value. We find that enforcing strict deforestation regulation while promoting fertilizer use improves carbon efficiency and potential crop yield.
GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL CHANGE-HUMAN AND POLICY DIMENSIONS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
M. L. Bergmann, Z. J. Andersen, H. Amini, J. Khan, Y. H. Lim, S. Loft, A. Mehta, R. G. Westendorp, T. Cole-Hunter
Summary: Exposure to ultrafine particles (UFP) did not differ significantly when cycling in rush-hour or non-rush-hour, or morning or afternoon, traffic time periods in inner-city Copenhagen. However, there was substantial spatial variation of UFP exposure along the cycling route, with highest concentrations measured at traffic intersections, multiple lane roads, and construction sites.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2022)
Review
Clinical Neurology
Maryline Santerre, Sterling P. Arjona, Charles N. S. Allen, Natalia Shcherbik, Bassel E. Sawaya
Summary: The NSPs of the virus play a crucial role in establishing the replication and transcription complex by hijacking the endoplasmic reticulum membrane, potentially leading to central nervous system damage and neurodegeneration. Research on these NSPs will not only reveal their specific role in viral infection but also aid in the discovery of novel targeted drugs.
JOURNAL OF NEUROLOGY
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Paola Cappanera, Maddalena Nonato, Filippo Visintin, Roberta Rossi
Summary: This study proposes a therapy-based decision support system for drug management in an ICU, which can effectively reduce repetitive tasks for intensive care staff and decrease the number of rush orders.
Review
Chemistry, Medicinal
Yu -Wei Wang, Li Lan, Min Wang, Jin-Yang Zhang, Yu -Hui Gao, Lei Shi, Li -Ping Sun
Summary: Abnormally expressed or malfunctioning proteins may damage cells, leading to diseases. Proteolysis targeting chimera (PROTAC) technology has been proven to be a superior therapeutic strategy for diseases caused by pathogenic proteins. Unlike conventional small molecule inhibitors, PROTACs are heterobifunctional small molecules that combine with E3 ligases and target proteins to form a complex, leading to the degradation of the target protein.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Editorial Material
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Weijie Zhao, Zhonghe Zhou
Summary: English Summary: Prof. Pinxian Wang, a leading deep-sea scientist in China, has made significant contributions to the field. He has led international research expeditions and conducted dives to great depths in the South China Sea. Additionally, he has gained popularity as a science communicator in China, with a large following on bilibili and a best-selling book on deep-sea exploration. In a recent interview, he discussed his scientific career, China's deep-sea research efforts, and strategies for promoting scientific culture in the country.
NATIONAL SCIENCE REVIEW
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yusuke Sato, Takashi Nakamura, Yuma Yamada, Hideyoshi Harashima
Summary: The era of nanomedicine has arrived, with lipid nanoparticle (LNP) technology successfully delivering siRNA to treat genetic diseases and COVID-19 mRNA vaccines. New lipids for LNP formulations and mechanisms of targeting without ligands are discussed. Clinical applications of nano DDS in cancer immunology and new cancer therapy targeting mitochondria are also highlighted.
JOURNAL OF CONTROLLED RELEASE
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Tao Chen, Fanghua Ning, Jizhen Qi, Guang Feng, Yucheng Wang, Jin Song, Tonghuan Yang, Xi Liu, Liwei Chen, Dingguo Xia
Summary: PtFeCoNiCu high-entropy alloy nanoparticles are reported as a promising electrocatalyst for the oxygen reduction reaction (ORR). It exhibits remarkable ORR catalytic activity, 15.8 times higher than a commercial Pt/C catalyst, and excellent stability with minimal voltage decay after durability testing. The high activity is attributed to the ligand effect, optimization of surface electronic structure, and formation of multiple active sites. This catalyst design direction shows promising potential for highly efficient ORR in proton exchange membrane fuel cells.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Adria Nicolas-Arago, Joana Fort, Manuel Palacin, Ekaitz Errasti-Murugarren
Summary: The mammalian SLC7 family consists of LATs and CATs, which are involved in various human pathologies. Recent structural studies have provided insights into the molecular basis of the transport cycle of LATs. This review focuses on the structural and functional information of LATs to understand substrate interaction and translocation.
Article
Geography
Theresa Harada, Thomas Birtchnell, Bo Du
Summary: Access to transport is vital for older people's independence and social participation. However, transport planning often prioritizes the needs of urban commuters, putting seniors at risk of marginalization and inequality. This paper examines the travel patterns of a group of seniors in Sydney, Australia and argues that disincentivizing them from traveling during peak hours can have negative health and social outcomes. The study suggests that seniors may actually benefit from traveling during rush hour in material, social, and emotional ways.
SOCIAL & CULTURAL GEOGRAPHY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
J. L. Weber, N. A. Krans, J. P. Hofmann, E. J. M. Hensen, J. Zecevic, P. E. de Jongh, K. P. de Jong
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jogchum Oenema, Jan P. Hofmann, Emiel J. M. Hensen, Jovana Zecevic, Krijn P. de Jong
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Kang Cheng, Lars I. van der Wal, Hideto Yoshida, Jogchum Oenema, Justine Harmel, Zhaorong Zhang, Glenn Sunley, Jovana Zecevic, Krijn P. de Jong
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
T. W. van Deelen, H. Yoshida, R. Oord, J. Zecevic, B. M. Weckhuysen, K. P. de Jong
APPLIED CATALYSIS A-GENERAL
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Mark J. Meijerink, Krijn P. de Jong, Jovana Zecevic
JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY C
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
N. A. Krans, J. L. Weber, W. Van den Bosch, J. Zecevic, P. E. de Jongh, K. P. de Jong
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Nynke A. Krans, Donal L. van Uunen, Caroline Versluis, Achim Iulian Dugulan, Jiachun Chai, Jan P. Hofmann, Emiel J. M. Hensen, Jovana Zecevic, Krijn P. de Jong
CHEMISTRY OF MATERIALS
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
T. W. van Deelen, J. M. Harmel, J. J. Nijhuis, H. Su, H. Yoshida, R. Oord, J. Zecevic, B. M. Weckhuysen, K. P. de Jong
TOPICS IN CATALYSIS
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jogchum Oenema, Renee A. van Alst, Mark J. Meijerink, Jovana Zecevic, Krijn P. de Jong
APPLIED CATALYSIS A-GENERAL
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jogchum Oenema, Justine Harmel, Roxana Perez Velez, Mark J. Meijerink, Willem Eijsvogel, Ali Poursaeidesfahani, Thijs J. H. Vlugt, Jovana Zecevic, Krijn P. de Jong
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Lars van der Wal, Jogchum Oenema, Luc C. J. S. Smulders, Nonne J. Samplonius, Karan R. Nandpersad, Jovana Zecevic, Krijn P. de Jong
Summary: This study investigated the preparation of zeolite-based bifunctional catalysts with low noble metal loadings, maintaining optimal performance. It was found that Pt loaded using PTA exhibited consistent catalytic performance at low global Pt loadings, while Pt loaded using CPA had detrimental effects on hydroisomerization. The differences were attributed to variations in Pt loading per zeolite Y crystal caused by the different interactions of metal precursors with the zeolite.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Angela Strass-Eifert, Lars I. van Der Wal, Carlos Hernandez Mejia, Lennart J. Weber, Hideto Yoshida, Jovana Zecevic, Krijn P. de Jong, Robert Guettel
Summary: This study aims to develop bifunctional catalysts to tailor the product spectrum in Fischer-Tropsch synthesis, combining advanced characterizations and experiments under industrial relevant conditions. The acidity and pore structure are found to have a significant impact on the product distribution in the FT and hydroprocessing reactions.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Ehab Mostafa, Sladjana Martens, Ludwig Asen, Jovana Zecevic, Oliver Schneider, Christos Argirusis
Summary: The study investigated the electrochemical deposition and dissolution of copper from a chloride-based electrolyte using electrochemical quartz crystal microbalance (EQCM) coupled with ultrasound. It found that low-intensity ultrasound significantly enhanced the anodic and cathodic currents as well as the amount of deposited copper due to enhanced mass transport, while high-intensity ultrasound led to a decrease in copper deposition and current efficiencies due to the dominance of acoustic cavitation over acoustic streaming. This demonstrates the competition between different ultrasound effects in sonoelectrochemistry.
JOURNAL OF ELECTROANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Kang Cheng, Luc C. J. Smulders, Lars van der Wal, Jogchum Oenema, Johannes D. Meeldijk, Nienke L. Visser, Glenn Sunley, Tegan Roberts, Zhuoran Xu, Eric Doskocil, Hideto Yoshida, Yanping Zheng, Jovana Zecevic, Petra E. de Jongh, Krijn P. de Jong
Summary: By rational arrangement of functional sites, the minimum loading of platinum can be reduced, enhancing the performance of catalysts. Deposition of trace amounts of platinum nanoparticles on the alumina binder or the outer surface of zeolite crystals increases selectivity and preserves the metal and acid functions.
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Lars van der Wal, Savannah J. Turner, Jovana Zecevic
Summary: This review provides an overview of the developments in in situ TEM techniques, focusing on their application for studies related to catalysis by loosely following the four stages of the catalyst life cycle: synthesis, activation, performance, deactivation, and regeneration.
CATALYSIS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
