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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Krystian Galecki, Agnieszka Kowalska-Baron, Katarzyna E. Nowak, Anna Gajda, Beata Kolesinska
Summary: This study demonstrates the utility of time-resolved fluorescence spectroscopy in detecting subtle changes in the microenvironment of tryptophan chromophore in AOT reverse micelles. The results show evident changes in spectral characteristics and fluorescence decay kinetics when tryptophan and its peptides are inserted into micelles.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Cornelia S. Buettner, Alice Cognigni, Christian Schroeder, Katharina Bica-Schroeder
Summary: The combination of water and surface-active ionic liquids provides a unique reaction medium for chemical reactions in bulk water. Ionic liquids act as surfactants in aqueous solutions, resulting in solvent systems with unique properties. The use of surface-active ionic liquids is rapidly growing and has applications across various fields of chemistry.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Navleen Kaur, Markus Fischer, Sandeep Kumar, Gagandeep Kaur Gahlay, Holger A. Scheidt, Venus Singh Mithu
Summary: The effect of cationic head-group of ionic liquid on the structure and dynamics of phospholipid bilayer was studied using six different ionic liquids. Different cations showed varying impact on the orientation and disorder in lipid head-group, as well as lipid chain dynamics in the bilayer. These results suggest a correlation between structural changes induced by ionic liquid head-group and membrane disruption.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2021)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Anand Kumar Sahu, Ashok Kumar Mishra
Summary: Curcumin is the main bioactive component of turmeric, with various pharmacological benefits including antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. The exact mechanism of its action is still unclear.
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Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Wen-Xin Zhang, Yi-Ru Gao, Rong Xue, William Nguyen, Wei Chen, Jian-Hua Wang, Yang Shu
Summary: Ionic liquids have unique properties and great potential in biomedical applications. They can be used in various aspects of liquid formulations to meet specific application scenarios. Recent research has focused on the applications of ionic liquid-based microemulsions, micelles, vesicles, and solvents in the biomedical field.
MATERIALS TODAY PHYSICS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Yunmei Wu, Hui Tan, Liangbin Lin, Hongyu Guo, Fafu Yang
Summary: In this study, Gemini-type fluorescence ionic liquid crystals (ILCs) were prepared and investigated. These ILCs emitted strong fluorescence in aggregated states and exhibited reversible smectic mesophase. The stable gels formed in DMSO-toluene system showed excellent thermal reversible response. The novel ILCs with C6H13 chains presented orderly rectangular columnar stacking in the gel phase.
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Biochemical Research Methods
Dairo A. Rendon, Juan L. Palacio
Summary: This study identifies the pros and cons of relevant L-format devices for measuring steady-state fluorescence polarization/anisotropy and develops a modern, simple, and economical L-format accessory for recording fluorescence anisotropy. The device is compatible with most commercial fluorometers and LabVIEW tools are utilized for signal recording.
ANALYTICAL BIOCHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
R. G. Rodriguez, D. L. Baek, K. Orme, M. E. Case, R. V. Fox
Summary: This study measured and calculated the properties of two phosphonium ionic liquids and compared them with piperidinium-based ionic liquids. The results showed slight differences in properties between wet and dried states, and the ionicity of phosphonium ionic liquids increased with dilution in propylene carbonate.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Amit Pandey, S. Hashmi, G. Salunkhe, Velavan Kathirvelu, Keisham S. Singh, Rohit Singh Chauhan, Arijit Sengupta
Summary: A novel diamide ligand, 5-bromo-N1, N3-diisopropylisophthalamide, was synthesized and characterized, and its extraction mechanism with uranyl ions in various ionic liquid families was studied. Changing the ionic liquid system can achieve different extraction mechanisms, predominantly influenced by the cations of the ionic liquids. The study found that the back extraction of uranyl ions from the ionic liquids is better with sodium carbonate compared to EDTA and oxalic acid, but the efficacy varies among different ionic liquid systems.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Yuly Kusumawati, Athar L. Ivansyah, Badrut T. Ali, Kiki A. Kurnia, Aulia S. Hutama, Hamzah Fansuri
Summary: In this study, the photophysical properties of various types of ionic liquid cations (ILCs) were investigated computationally. The results showed that ILCs with long-chain branches exhibited fluorescence spectra in the visible range, while five-membered and six-membered ring cations showed phosphorescence spectra in the visible and near-infrared range, respectively.
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Chemistry, Physical
Faiz Warsi, Mohd Usman, Maroof Ali
Summary: This study investigates the interaction between DTAC and SDS, two conventional surfactants, with IL in aqueous medium, as well as the influence of temperature on their aggregation behavior. By measuring the CMC values and thermodynamic parameters, the effect of IL on aqueous surfactant solutions is revealed, and the use of Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy allows for the exploration of structural changes in the mixed system.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Haonan Zhang, Buren Duan, Lizhi Wu, Zuohao Hua, Zijing Bao, Ning Guo, Yinghua Ye, Luigi T. DeLuca, Ruiqi Shen
Summary: The null-displacement thrust stand developed for microspacecrafts utilizes a torsional pendulum configuration and laser displacement sensor to accurately measure steady-state microthrust, featuring high resolution and maximum available thrust. Analysis of repeatability, response time, position drift, and other parameters were conducted to evaluate the performance of the stand.
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Rahman Md Moshikur, Md. Korban Ali, Muhammad Moniruzzaman, Masahiro Goto
Summary: SAILs are gaining growing interest as environmentally friendly designer surfactants for drug delivery applications. By tunable formation of complementary ion pairs, SAILs can be optimized for specific tasks to design biocompatible self-assembled systems.
CURRENT OPINION IN COLLOID & INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yan Zhao, Miaomiao He, Lei Xu, Chi Zhang, Liulong Guo, Weixu Feng, Hongxia Yan
Summary: This study developed a non-conjugated fluorescent polymer based on hyperbranched polysiloxane (HBPSi) with twisted intramolecular charge transfer (TICT) and aggregation-induced emission (AIE) features. HBPSi-Cys exhibits dual-state emission and a large Stokes shift, making it suitable as a fluorescent probe and smart fluorescent biomaterial. The introduction of a sulfur atom allows for the design of a new functional material.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Huijiao Cao, Wenlin Xu, Xia Guo
Summary: Wormlike micelles can form at low temperatures using an ionic liquid surfactant in polar organic solvents, showing viscoelastic properties and morphology which can be studied through rheology and microscopy. Their performance in polar solvents is affected by various factors, with crossover behavior in dynamic curves different from that in water. Additionally, the protective film and tribochemical reactions of the wormlike micelles contribute to their good antifriction and antiwear performance at low temperatures.
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Chemistry, Physical
Xiu Yue, Xiao Chen, Qintang Li, Zhaohong Qian
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2015)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yongmei Wu, Li Tao, Jie Zhao, Xiu Yue, Wenye Deng, Yingxuan Li, Chuanyi Wang
RESEARCH ON CHEMICAL INTERMEDIATES
(2016)
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Chemistry, Physical
Qintang Li, Xiu Yue, Pengming Shang, Yaru Quan, Mingxing Ren, Yinge Ma, Xiao Chen
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2016)
Article
Electrochemistry
Jiao Yin, Yunqing Zhu, Xiu Yue, Lan Wang, Hui Zhu, Chuanyi Wang
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2016)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xiaoyun Fan, Xiu Yue, Jianmin Luo, Chuanyi Wang
JOURNAL OF NANOPARTICLE RESEARCH
(2016)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jie Zhao, Yun Wang, Yingxuan Li, Xiu Yuea, Chuanyi Wang
CATALYSIS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2016)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xiu Yue, Xiaoyun Fan, Qintang Li, Xiao Chen, Chuanyi Wang
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2017)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Qintang Li, Meihuan Yao, Xiu Yue, Xiao Chen
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Yingxuan Li, Ling Zang, Daniel L. Jacobs, Jie Zhao, Xiu Yue, Chuanyi Wang
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2017)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xiaoyun Fan, Xiu Yue, Hanzhong Jia
JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY C
(2018)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Qintang Li, Jiao Wang, Nana Lei, Minhao Yan, Xiao Chen, Xiu Yue
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2018)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Niti R. Agrawal, Xiu Yue, Srinivasa R. Raghavan
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xin-Yi Wang, Yu-Rong Zhang, Akram Yasin, Hui Li, Bin Hao, Peng-Cheng Ma, Xiu Yue
Summary: Separating oily wastewater, especially surfactant-stabilized emulsions, is a pressing issue due to the severe threats to the environment and human health. Researchers have developed a PEI-modified glass fiber membrane that exhibited superamphiphilicity, underwater superoleophobicity, and positive surface charges in water, resulting in efficient separation of different types of oil-in-water emulsions. The membranes showed a separation efficiency of over 94.7% for anionic, nonionic, and zwitterionic surfactant-stabilized emulsions, highlighting the potential of this fabrication strategy in producing membranes with excellent separation performance.
ACS APPLIED POLYMER MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Fang-Hong Yang, Bin Hao, Xiu Yue, Peng-Cheng Ma
Summary: In this study, a series of tetraphenylethene (TPE) derivatives with 3-butenloxy moieties were synthesized. The TPE with different numbers of substituent groups exhibited controlled aggregation-induced emission performance and variable fluorescence properties. Theoretical calculations were used to explain these phenomena. TPE and its derivatives were further used to construct composites through physical blending or a hydrosilylation reaction, resulting in improved solubility of TPE derivatives in the polymer matrix without phase separation. The fluorescence intensity of the composites filled with TPE derivatives decreased with increasing temperature or mechanical force, giving the material a stimuli-responsive fluorescence property.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Meng Li, Bin Hao, Linsheng Zhang, Hui Li, Peng Lv, Xiu Yue, Akram Yasin, Peng-Cheng Ma
Summary: A polysilsesquioxane (PSQ) sheet with a novel three-dimensional (3-D) network structure was prepared by a one-pot reaction, where the morphology was mainly controlled by the alkyl long chain in the silane. The 3-D PSQ material exhibited excellent hydrophobic properties, making it a potential candidate for oil spill treatment.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY FRONTIERS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wenjing Tan, Chunmei Gao, Shifeng Ji, Yunqing Xing, Yi Guo, Baogui Liang
Summary: Membrane separation technology is widely used in wastewater treatment due to its cost-effectiveness and productivity. However, organic membrane fouling caused by humic acid is a major barrier to its further development. This study successfully addressed this issue through the production of composite materials and self-cleaning membranes, providing beneficial strategies and solutions for membrane contamination problems.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Qichang Peng, Qingdong Ruan, Bin Wang, Jinyuan Liu, Chao Huang, Xingwang Zhu, Dan Li, Liangliang Liu, Yinchuan Wang, Xiaolin Zhang, Jia Yan, Paul K. Chu, Hui Xu
Summary: The escalating issue of water pollution has led to significant attention in the field of photocatalysis. In this study, OV-Sb2WO6-X photocatalyst with oxygen vacancies was synthesized, which exhibited enhanced charge separation efficiency and improved photocatalytic activity. The introduction of oxygen vacancies was successfully controlled and characterized, and the modified photocatalyst showed superior degradation efficiency for dye wastewater treatment.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wangcheng Zhang, Cunchuan Zheng, Hu Xie, Weichao Du
Summary: By using a specific curing agent ETB, the problem of dispersion and stability for oily epoxy resin in cement slurry system has been successfully solved. The application of the emulsified curing agent ETB in oilfield cement slurry system shows good rheological performance, resistance to high temperature and high pressure water loss, and corrosion resistance.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
O. I. Krivonos, A. Babenko, O. B. Belskaya
Summary: This study synthesized biochar based on sapropel and investigated the effects of chemical modification on its textural characteristics, acid-base properties, and adsorption properties. The results showed that the chemical modification increased the fraction of micropores, specific surface area, and changed the surface properties of biochar. The experiment also revealed that biochar pretreated with alkali exhibited the maximum adsorption capacity for copper ions. A conceptual model identifying the mechanisms of copper adsorption on sapropel-based biosorbent was proposed.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
H. Lachhab, N. Benzbiria, A. Titi, S. Echihi, M. E. Belghiti, Y. Karzazi, A. Zarrouk, R. Touzani, C. Jama, F. Bentiss
Summary: The corrosion inhibitory potency of two new pyrimidine-pyrazole derivatives, PPA and PPC, was evaluated for mild steel in 1 M HCl. The results showed enhanced inhibition activities with increased concentration, reaching maximal values of 91.15% and 92.39% for PPA and PPC, respectively. However, the mitigation potency decreased with increasing temperature. SEM and XPS analysis revealed that PPA and PPC adsorbed on the mild steel surface, forming a shielding layer that prevented the dissolution of the steel in the acidic solution.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Shanmugapriya Sivalingam, D. Jeya Sundara Sharmila, Goutham Golla, Lakshmanan Arunachalam, Tarunendu Singh, G. Karthikeyan, A. Shanthi, Kannan Malaichamy
Summary: This study aims to develop a nano-biofungicide comprising of volatile essential oil molecules to enhance its efficacy in the field of agriculture through easily scalable green synthesis technique. The nano biofungicide was prepared through one pot hot melt ultrasonication technique with easy water dispersibility and long term stability. The physico-chemical analysis revealed that, nano bio-fungicides were amorphous sphere-shaped nanoparticles with low melting point. The encapsulation efficiency of major components of essential oil was determined, and it was found that they followed Higuchi model of release kinetics. The essential oil loaded nanostructured lipid carrier showed significantly higher mycelial growth inhibition compared to pure essential oil, indicating enhanced bio-efficacy.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yinlong Li, Yingqing Zhan, Yiwen Chen, Hongshan Jia, Ximin Chen, Fei Zhu, Xulin Yang
Summary: In this study, ZnO quantum dots decorated MXene nanosheets were used as a functional filler for waterborne epoxy coating. The improved dispersion and synergy of ZnO QDs and MXene nanosheets enhanced the anticorrosion performance of the coating.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Fucheng Guan, Jing Tao, Qiang Yao, Zheng Li, Yihang Zhang, Shi Feng, Jianbin Sun, Qiang Yang, Xuecui Song, Jing Guo, Yuanfa Liu
Summary: This paper presents a method for preparing adsorbent materials based on biomass that can efficiently adsorb methylene blue. The experimental results show that the material has a hierarchical structure, high adsorption capacity, and reusability.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Pengfei Hu, Zuli Mo, Weiliang Wang, Chengzhe Li, Zhaojia Guo, Guanqing Lin, Zhimin Guo
Summary: This study developed a novel in-situ particle vision and measurement (PVM) system to investigate heterocoagulation between coarse and fine particles in mineral processing. The experimental results showed that the degree of heterocoagulation decreased with increasing pH and stirring speed. Furthermore, under certain hydrodynamic conditions, coal particles were more distributed at the rear of the glass bead.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Tanveer ul Haq Zia, Anwar ul Haq Ali Shah, Behisht Ara, Kashif Gul
Summary: A label-free immunosensor for detection of hepatitis C core antigen was fabricated using a ternary nanocomposite based on polypyrrole, silver doped zinc oxide, and exfoliated graphene. The immunosensor demonstrated low detection limit, high selectivity, and stability.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xiaoyan Feng, Jiachen Li, Lijun Liang, Linli Zhu, Sa Liu, Li Ren
Summary: In this study, polystyrene divinylbenzene microspheres were surface-modified by poly(carboxybetaine methacrylate) to develop an efficient hemoperfusion adsorbent for the removal of protein-bound toxins. The modified microspheres showed increased adsorption capacity and better biocompatibility, making them promising for clinical hemoperfusion therapy.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xiaoye Bi, Dong Xue, Yunpeng Wang, Chencheng Lv, Zexiong Li, Tao Zhao
Summary: This research aimed to develop a durable and formaldehyde-free flame retardant treatment for cotton fabrics. The results demonstrated successful grafting of phosphorous acid (PA) onto cotton fabrics, leading to enhanced flame resistance while maintaining the desired fabric characteristics.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ruolin Wang, Wenjuan Sun, Haisheng Han, Dongping Tao
Summary: This study finds that Al-starch colloidal depressants can effectively inhibit the flotation of ultrafine calcite and chlorite, and increase the grade of valuable minerals. The chemisorption of Al-starch on mineral surface changes the functional group peaks and generates new O-Al functional groups.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wondimu K. Wakejo, Ali Maged, Beteley T. Meshesha, Joon W. Kang, Abayneh G. Demesa, Sandip Chakrabarti, Thallada Bhaskar, Ashok Kumar Gupta, Amit Bhatnagar
Summary: Simultaneously removing different pharmaceutical pollutants from wastewater is an important environmental issue, and the use of a system that can remove multiple contaminants at once is necessary. Functionalized biochar (FBC) has been found to be effective in simultaneously removing acetaminophen and ciprofloxacin and other pharmaceutical pollutants.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yu Wang, Fengwen Yan, Jie Wu, Zhijun Huang, Liuting Song, Shunda Yuan
Summary: In this study, Cu single atoms are anchored on the external surface of g-C3N4 nanofibers to maximize atom utilization. This catalyst exhibits excellent Fenton-like catalytic activity and good stability due to the full utilization of Cu active sites.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2024)