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Chemistry, Analytical
Oguz Ozbek, Omer Isildak
Summary: This study provides a comprehensive review of available cadmium(II)-selective polymeric membrane potentiometric sensors and their applications in different environmental samples.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2023)
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Chemistry, Analytical
Sally E. A. Elashery, Hyunchul Oh
Summary: A hybrid carbon sensor was developed using 2D Cu-MOF nanosheets as an electroactive material for ultrasensitive Cu(II) ion detection. The sensor displayed unique Nernstian behavior, pH independency, and highly selective performance, making it suitable for various real sample applications.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2021)
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Chemistry, Applied
Marwa El Badry Mohamed, Eman Yossri Frag, Heba A. Marzouk
Summary: This paper presents the development of a cost-effective and sensitive Cr(III) ions modified carbon paste electrode based on benazepril (BNZ), with a quick response time and long-term stability. The sensor exhibits excellent selectivity and high sensitivity towards Cr(III) ions, making it a promising tool for rapid determination in various applications.
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Chemistry, Analytical
Jiraporn Charoensuk, Jetdamrong Thonglao, Boonyanut Wichaiyo, Kanit Mukdasai, Yanawath Santaladchaiyakit, Supalax Srijaranai, Siriboon Mukdasai
Summary: A colorimetric sensor based on TTAB and murexide was developed for the detection of Cd2+, exhibiting simplicity, rapidness, low cost, and good precision.
MICROCHEMICAL JOURNAL
(2021)
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Chemistry, Physical
Araghni Bhattacharya, Vadivelu Manivannan
Summary: The probe LH2 was investigated for its sensing application towards Zn2+ and Cd2+ ions in different aqueous systems. It showed a turn-on response for both ions in water and a ratiometric change in fluorescence maximum in DMSO/HEPES buffer and DMSO/water. The probe has a low detection limit and a good pH tolerance range.
JOURNAL OF PHOTOCHEMISTRY AND PHOTOBIOLOGY A-CHEMISTRY
(2023)
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Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Shun Fujii, Hajime Yagi, Tomohiro Kawaguchi, Mitsuru Ishikawa, Naoki Izumiyama, Manabu Nakaya
Summary: Platinum(ii) complexes with carboxy-substituted salophen ligands at different positions were synthesized and their optical properties were studied by UV-vis and luminescence spectroscopy. The complexes showed systematic variations in absorption spectra depending on the number of carboxy groups, which were attributed to metal-ligand charge transfer. The luminescence properties were also correlated with structural differences. The study also investigated aggregation-induced spectra changes in mixed solvents and observed variations in luminescence intensity and peak shifts. This research provides insights into the correlations between the optical properties of carboxy-appended molecular complexes and pH changes.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2023)
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Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Zdenek Travnicek, Tomas Malina, Jan Vanco, Marek Sebela, Zdenek Dvorak
Summary: The paper describes the synthesis and characterization of six heteroleptic copper(II) complexes with different ligands. The results showed that complex 2 exhibited high cytotoxicity against cancer cells, while showing low toxicity against healthy cells. Further experiments revealed that complex 2 induced apoptosis and autophagy in A2780 cancer cells through the activation of caspases 3/7, ROS overproduction, and autophagy induction.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Oguz Ozbek, Omer Isildak
Summary: A novel PVC membrane-based Cu(II)-selective sensor was developed using a synthesized ionophore. The sensor showed a wide concentration range response for Cu(II) ions and exhibited good selectivity over other cations. Additionally, the sensor had a fast response time and high stability.
JOURNAL OF THE CHINESE CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zhe-Yang Wang, Rui-Ning Li, Donghao Zhu, Lindong Luan, Xiang He
Summary: In this study, coordination polymers with a rigid carboxylic acid ligand were synthesized and characterized. The crystal structures, thermal stabilities, and solid-state luminescence properties of the compounds were studied, and compound 1 was found to show high selectivity and sensitivity for detecting NB and Fe3+.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR STRUCTURE
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yuehua Liu, Qiang Xue, Chunwen Chang, Rong Wang, Qun Wang, Xiaohan Shan
Summary: A novel laser-induced graphene (LIG) electrode modified with SnO2 and CeO2 nanoparticles was developed for the detection of Cd(II) ions. The modified electrode exhibited improved electrochemical activity and adsorption capacity, allowing for enhanced sensitivity and response speed. The use of p-ABSA further enhanced the conductivity of the electrode. The sensor showed a wide linear concentration range and low detection limit, and successfully detected Cd(II) ions in groundwater and tap water with good recovery rates, anti-interference ability, reproducibility, and stability.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Tao Zhang, Giraso Keza Monia Kabandana, Adam Michael Ratajczak, Chengpeng Chen
Summary: This study introduces a new potentiometric sensor for sensitive, accurate, and quick detection of bacterial infections, such as urinary tract infections. The sensor system consists of three innovative components: a customizable 3D printed Ag+ selective electrode, a novel potentiometer developed with Arduino for data transducing and transferring, and a designed filter to remove interfering species in biofluid samples efficiently. The sensor can detect bacterial numbers as low as 80 CFU/mL within 15 minutes, demonstrating robust and improved analytical merits compared to existing methods.
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Y. El Bouabi, A. Loudiki, H. Houcini, F. E. Ettadili, A. Farahi, F. Laghrib, M. Bakasse, S. Lahrich, M. A. El Mhammedi
Summary: This review provides an overview of recent advances in various voltammetric techniques for the electrochemical determination of 4-HNB, using different electrode materials. Additionally, some chromatographic techniques for detecting low concentrations of 4-HNB are also reviewed. The toxicity and harmful effects of nitrophenol compounds are highlighted, with an emphasis on how modified electrodes can increase method selectivity and sensitivity.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Aoyan Zhang, Zhen Liu, Qiqi Tu, Qichang Ma, Haoran Zeng, Zhipeng Deng, Renjie Jiang, Zhifeng Mo, Jiantao Liu, Changming Xia, Nan Zhao, Zhiyun Hou, Xuguang Huang, Guiyao Zhou
Summary: A highly selective Cd2+ sensor based on an air-hole-assisted multicore microstructured optical fiber (AA-MCF) is proposed for rapid and sensitive determination of Cd2+ concentration in solution. The sensor exhibits high sensitivity and stability, making it suitable for biochemical sensing applications such as environmental monitoring and disease diagnosis.
SENSORS AND ACTUATORS B-CHEMICAL
(2022)
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Chemistry, Analytical
Mirela Samardzic, Mateja Persic, Aleksandar Szechenyi, Marija Jozanovic, Iva Pukles, Mateja Budetic
Summary: The aim of this research was to develop a solid-contact sensor for the potentiometric determination of Promethazine hydrochloride (PM). The membrane composition for the new PM sensor was optimized by varying different membrane plasticizers and the content of the sensing material. The best analytical performances were obtained using a sensor with 2-nitrophenyl phenyl ether (NPPE) as the plasticizer and 4% of the sensing material.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Andrea Dandic, Ivana Novak, Marija Jozanovic, Iva Pukles, Aleksandar Szechenyi, Mateja Budetic, Mirela Samardzic
Summary: A new potentiometric solid-state sensor for thiabendazole (TBZ) determination based on MWCNTs modification shows high accuracy and sensitivity. The sensor can detect TBZ within 8 seconds and is applicable for complex samples.
Article
Polymer Science
Seyedeh N. Banitaba, Dariush Semnani, Behzad Rezaei, Ali A. Ensafi
POLYMER INTERNATIONAL
(2019)
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Reyhaneh Sobhani, Behzad Rezaei, Marzieh Shahshahanipour, Ali A. Ensafi, Gholamhossein Mohammadnezhad
ANALYTICAL AND BIOANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2019)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Ali A. Ensafi, Mehdi Mokhtari Abarghoui, Behzad Rezaei
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2019)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Ayat Mohammad-Razdari, Mahdi Ghasemi-Varnamkhasti, Zahra Izadi, Ali A. Ensafi, Sajad Rostami, Maryam Siadat
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Zeinab Saberi, Behzad Rezaei, Ali Ashghar Ensafi
Article
Energy & Fuels
Behzad Rezaei, Neda Irannejad, Ali A. Ensafi, Nafiseh Kazemifard
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Nafiseh Kazemifard, Ali A. Ensafi, Behzad Rezaei
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Reyhaneh Fazel Zarandi, Behzad Rezaei, Hassan S. Ghaziaskar, Ali Asghar Ensafi
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2019)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Seyedeh Nooshin Banitaba, Dariush Semnani, Elahe Heydari-Soureshjani, Behzad Rezaei, Ali Asghar Ensafi
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Maryam Zakery, Ali A. Ensafi, Behzad Rezaei
JOURNAL OF THE IRANIAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2020)
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Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Farshad Tavakoli, Behzad Rezaei, Ahmad Reza Taghipour Jahromi, Ali A. Ensafi
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2020)
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
N. Salandari-Jolge, Ali A. Ensafi, Behzad Rezaei
ANALYTICAL AND BIOANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Aram Mahmoodi, Ali A. Ensafi, Behzad Rezaei
Article
Environmental Sciences
Davood Khayyami, Ali Asghar Ensafi, Nafiseh Kazemifard, Behzad Rezaei
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2020)
Article
Spectroscopy
Sudabe Mandani, Behzad Rezaei, Ali Asghar Ensafi
SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA PART A-MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY
(2020)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Arvin Sohrabi, Mousa Meratizaman, Shuli Liu
Summary: This paper simulates and discusses possible solutions to improve the economic and technical performances of a battery-less renewable energy-powered BWRO system under real climate conditions. The study finds that the photovoltaic-based system performs better in terms of specific energy consumption and unused energy ratio.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Chunlan Pan, Xiaoyin Hu, Vishal Goyal, Theyab R. Alsenani, Salem Alkhalaf, Tamim Alkhalifah, Fahad Alturise, Hamad Almujibah, H. Elhosiny Ali
Summary: This paper introduces a novel waste heat recovery method using the hot flue gas from a ship's engine to produce liquefied hydrogen while meeting the ship's air-conditioning requirement. A comprehensive feasibility assessment is conducted and an artificial neural network with a multiobjective grey wolf optimization method is used for optimization. The findings indicate the highest mean sensitivity index of the flash temperature and the best optimization scenario for exergy efficiency, CO2 emission reduction, and liquefied hydrogen cost.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Daniele Chinello, Jan Post, Louis C. P. M. de Smet
Summary: In this study, PVDF-based anion-exchange membranes were designed to selectively separate nitrate from chloride. Experimental data showed that increasing the concentration of PVDF enhanced nitrate transport but also increased the membrane electrical resistance. The selectivity of nitrate was found to be independent of the membrane thickness and mainly driven by the increased affinity between the anion and the membrane.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Umar Noor, Muhammad Fayyaz Farid, Ammara Sharif, Amna Saleem, Zubair Nabi, Muhammad Furqan Mughal, Kiran Abbas, Toheed Ahmed
Summary: Global water scarcity is increasing, and water desalination is an important solution. Multifunctional advanced materials, such as membrane materials and solar-driven desalination, play a crucial role in water desalination. Additionally, these materials can be used for water purification, wastewater treatment, and pollutant elimination.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Emrah Gumus
Summary: With growing global concerns about climate change and environmental impacts, the use of nuclear energy in naval vessels offers a cleaner and more efficient solution to reduce emissions and address water and energy supply challenges. This study explores a novel system that combines a nuclear-driven supercritical carbon dioxide power cycle with reverse osmosis cogeneration to meet the water and electricity demands in maritime operations, enhancing the sustainability, efficiency, and self-sufficiency of naval vessels. The results indicate that the system has the potential to be a viable and effective solution for naval operations.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Dao Thi Thanh Huyen, Saikat Sinha Ray, Young -Nam Kwon
Summary: This study focuses on the modification of a commercially available polyamide thin-film composite membrane with a zwitterionic material to enhance its fouling resistance. The modified membrane shows improved salt rejection and reduced permeability compared to the pristine membrane. Fouling tests demonstrate that the modified membrane has a lower fouling ratio and higher recovery ratio. The enhanced antifouling characteristics are attributed to the improved hydrophilicity resulting from the zwitterionic brushes and the salting-in effect.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Niklas Koeller, Lukas Mankertz, Selina Finger, Christian J. Linnartz, Matthias Wessling
Summary: This study presents a methodology to scale up Flow-electrode Capacitive Deionization (FCDI) technology from lab-scale to pilot-scale systems. By increasing membrane area and using a stacking approach, the FCDI modules were successfully scaled up and achieved a salt transfer rate comparable to lab-scale systems. This provides a foundation for future assessments of energy demand and economics.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Mona Gulied, Sifani Zavahir, Tasneem Elmakki, Hyunwoong Park, Guillermo Hijos Gago, Ho Kyong Shon, Dong Suk Han
Summary: This study introduces a novel hybrid system that combines direct contact membrane distillation (DCMD) and electrically switched ion exchange (ESIX) to facilitate seawater reverse osmosis (SWRO) brine enrichment and selective lithium recovery.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Zhiqiang Zhang, Ruifeng Deng, Jiao Zhang, Lu She, Guangfeng Wei, Renyong Jia, Pengyu Xiang, Siqing Xia
Summary: A transmembrane electro-chemisorption system with authigenic acid and base was developed for enhancing ammonia recovery from strong ammonia wastewater. The system efficiently transformed ammonium into free ammonia, which was then adsorbed and recovered through transmembrane chemisorption. This system yielded pure (NH4)2SO4 product and produced valuable byproducts of pure hydrogen and oxygen. Higher applied voltage resulted in better ammonia recovery.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Alena Popova, Sandrine Boivin, Takuji Shintani, Takahiro Fujioka
Summary: This study aimed to produce a high-integrity RO membrane by forming a polyamide skin layer on a TE support layer, in order to enhance the integrity of the membrane and improve the microbiological safety of potable water reuse.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Sanjana Yagnambhatt, Saber Khanmohammadi, Jonathan Maisonneuve
Summary: This study investigates the concept of using heat to enhance reverse osmosis (RO) desalination. The effect of temperature on water permeate flux, specific energy, permeate quality, and applied operating pressures is evaluated using an analytical model. The results suggest that under specific conditions, the tradeoff between savings in mechanical pump work and thermal energy input in thermally-enhanced RO can be favorable, leading to overall energy savings.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Jiangju Si, Chenrui Xue, Shun Li, Linchao Yang, Weiwei Li, Jie Yang, Jihong Lan, Ningbo Sun
Summary: To meet the huge demand for lithium resources, there is an urgent need to develop a new efficient technology for lithium recovery from salt-lake brines. In this study, a selective membrane capacitive deionization system is reported, which achieves high lithium recovery capacity and rate through the use of materials with efficient intercalated pseudo-capacitance and a high specific area porous carbon. The use of a modified thin-coated membrane allows for selective Li+ recovery, and adjusting the concentrations of Li+ and Mg2+ in the feed solution enables higher Li+/Mg2+ selectivity.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Mohamed R. Salem, R. Y. Sakr, Ghazy M. R. Assassa, Omar A. Aly
Summary: This research proposes a new method of using wasted thermal energies as an additional heating source for solar still distillation units (SSDUs) to increase productivity and reduce pollution and global warming. By testing two SSDUs, the study shows that heating airflow can raise temperatures, enhance freshwater production, and improve system thermal efficiency.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Qimeng Sun, Miao Sun, Linyan Yang, Yuan Gao, Xinghai Zhou, Lihua Lyu, Chunyan Wei
Summary: This study presents an innovative design and fabrication of a fabric-based conical roll (FCR) evaporator, which enables low-temperature evaporation and achieves high evaporation efficiency with excellent thermal management ability. The evaporator has demonstrated advanced light-harvesting capability and can produce freshwater that meets drinking water standards, showing great potential for applications in desalination and sewage treatment.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yidong Zhang, Wangfang Deng, Meiyan Wu, Chao Liu, Guang Yu, Qiu Cui, Pedram Fatehi, Chunlin Xu, Bin Li
Summary: In this study, a novel polydopamine-functionalized lignin-containing pulp foam evaporator with high-efficiency desalination and multi-contaminant adsorption capabilities was designed. The foam evaporator showed excellent light absorption, water absorption, thermal conductivity, and chelation abilities, allowing for solar evaporation and contaminant adsorption synergistically. It also exhibited potential applications in metal ion concentration and contaminated seawater treatments, and demonstrated superior biodegradability compared to poly-styrene foam. This foam material holds promise for developing multifunctional photo-thermal systems for solar-driven water purification.