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Yitao Zhao, Lei Tao
Summary: This review summarizes the recent progress in electrocatalysis, photocatalysis, and heterogeneous reaction based on Cu single-atom catalysts (SACs). The review discusses advanced synthetic strategies and performance-improvement strategies for Cu SACs, as well as the remaining issues, challenges, and opportunities in this field.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Du Qiao, Hongxia Li, Weiping Zhu, Lili Zhu, Danyang Zhao, Honglin Li
Summary: This study designed and characterized a novel lab-on-chip prototype for microfluidic separation, using the synergistic effect of geometry-induced hydrodynamics and magnetic field to separate magnetic particles. By systematic analysis, the relationship between separation efficiency of magnetic particles and geometry/magnetic field layout was discovered, and an accurate prediction method for particle trajectories was provided.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Maojie Zhang, Qiang Cao, Yuming Yuan, Xiaohan Guo, Dawei Pan, Rui Xie, Xiaojie Ju, Zhuang Liu, Wei Wang, Liangyin Chu
Summary: Nanoemulsions are widely used in biomedical field as advanced pharmaceutical delivery systems due to their high encapsulation efficiency and good therapy efficacy. This review summarizes recent advances on low-energy emulsification techniques for producing nanoemulsions and discusses their applications in pharmaceutical delivery and biomedical field. The flexible and efficient use of nanoemulsions, functional nanoparticles, and milli-/micro-particles integrated with nanoemulsions or nanoparticles for advanced pharmaceutical delivery is highlighted, with an emphasis on the interplay between their sizes and compositions to achieve desired pharmaceutical-delivery performances.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Md. Shoriful Islam, Md. Ferdous Rahman, Md. Rasidul Islam, Avijit Ghosh, Md. Abdul Monnaf, Md. Selim Reza, M. Khalid Hossain, Abid Zaman, Safa Ezzine, Lamia Ben Farhat
Summary: This study thoroughly investigated the optical, structural, and electronic behaviors of the inorganic perovskite compound Ca3NI3 and how they are affected by tensile and compressive strain. It was found that the material has strong absorption capabilities for visible light and that its bandgap can be modulated by strain. Additionally, the study examined the potential use of Ca3NI3 in solar cells, finding promising results for power conversion efficiency under strain.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY OF SOLIDS
(2024)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Wafaa Boumya, Malika Khnifira, Zohra Farid, M. 'hamed Sadiq, Alaaeddine Elhalil, Mounia Achak, Savas Kaya, Noureddine Barka, Mohamed Abdennouri
Summary: Computational studies using density functional theory and molecular dynamics simulations were conducted to evaluate the adsorptive performance of metal chlorides on dyes. The results showed that the dye with a positive charge had higher adsorption energy on the metal chloride surface compared to the dye with a negative charge. The simulations further confirmed the spontaneity of the adsorption process and the physical adsorption through van der Waals interactions.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY OF SOLIDS
(2024)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Stanislav Cichon, Frantisek Maca, Vaclav Drchal, Katerina Horakova, Irena Kratochvilova, Jan Lancok, Vladimir Chab, Patrik Cermak, Jiri Navratil, Cestmir Drasar
Summary: In this study, a reliable method for preparing high-quality single crystal substrates doped with Bi2Se3 was developed. The electronic properties and chemical states of atoms in the substitutional position and native defects in the topological insulator were analyzed using experimental and theoretical methods. The relationship between the position of the Dirac cone and valence band maximum was explored and discussed.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY OF SOLIDS
(2024)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Richard K. Cross, Dave Spurgeon, Claus Svendsen, Elma Lahive, Simon Little, Frank von der Kammer, Frederic Loosli, Marianne Matzke, Teresa F. Fernandes, Vicki Stone, Willie J. G. M. Peijnenburg, Eric A. J. Bleeker
Summary: Even small changes in physicochemical properties of nanoforms (NFs) can influence their environmental fate and hazard. Testing and characterizing each individual NF will not be feasible due to the large number of new materials being developed. Targeting the most relevant form of the NF for a given exposure is important for efficient risk assessment. In aquatic systems, functional fate processes play a key role in determining the exposure relevant form of NFs. Grouping of NFs and read-across based on functional fate pathways can be justified by considering the shared fate and hazard profile. A new Integrated Approaches to Testing and Assessment (IATA) is presented, focusing on dissolution, dispersion stability, chemical transformations, and the contribution to toxicity from particles and dissolved components. This IATA can be used as a template for future in vivo kinetic assessments.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Minhui Lu, Xiaoxuan Zhang, Lijun Cai, Jingjing Gan, Jinglin Wang, Yu Wang, Yuanjin Zhao
Summary: Researchers have proposed a novel black phosphorus-loaded hydrogel inverse opal microneedle patch that exhibits photothermal responsive capacity and vivid structural color screening for psoriasis treatment. With improved materials, structures, and functions, the microneedle patch enables intelligent drug delivery and enhances drug loading and controllable release.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Qianyun Tang, Dandan Wang, Jinhui Cui, Yiheng Zhang, Junyang Mei, Jing Du, Anyue Xia, Qian Sun, Dan Luo, Baosan Han, Mingzhe Gan, Peifeng Liu
Summary: This study presents a novel microfluidic platform for precise and flexible control of oxygen concentrations in microbial suspension culture. The platform demonstrates unique capabilities for spatiotemporal gas control and detection, allowing for applications in screening, studying, and culturing industrial or niche-specific environmental microbiomes.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Filippo Marchetti, Irene Gugel, Stefania Costa, Erika Baldini, Gaia Bellonzi, Silvia Vertuani, Stefano Manfredini
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SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY AND PHARMACY
(2024)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Sidhartha Sondh, Darshit S. Upadhyay, Sanjay Patel, Rajesh N. Patel
Summary: This study proposes the key elements for designing a solid waste management system based on the circular economy. It emphasizes the importance of reducing, reusing, recycling, and recovering in the circular economy framework. The study also discusses the role of policies, legislation, and case studies in solid waste management systems. Additionally, it explores various aspects of the circular economy and presents insights into achieving sustainability through a circular economy-based waste management system.
SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY AND PHARMACY
(2024)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Muhammad Danish, Misbah ul Islam, Farooq Ahmad, M. Nadeem Madni, M. Jahangeer
Summary: This study synthesized M-type hexaferrite and graphene oxide using sol-gel auto-combustion and modified Hummer process. The structure and morphology of the materials were characterized by XRD and SEM. The experimental results showed that coupling magnetic ferrite with graphene oxide can tune the electromagnetic properties of the materials, with potential applications in various fields.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY OF SOLIDS
(2024)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Abrar U. Hassan, Yuchuan Li
Summary: This study presents a new design strategy of N-doped fused ring electron acceptors for organic dye Y123 in photovoltaic and optical devices. The evaluation of five novel dyes shows their positive contributions to charge transfer. Impressive photovoltaic performance is observed in one of the dyes, with high light harvesting efficiency and maximum power output.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY OF SOLIDS
(2024)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xinkai Liu, Tingting Liu, Yuanliang Zhou, Jing Wen, Jinmei Dong, Chenggong Chang, Weixin Zheng
Summary: CuS-Mg/S-BC composites modified by one-pot sulfurization exhibited higher removal efficiency in adsorption and photocatalytic removal of dyes, thanks to the functional groups and vacant sites formed at the interface for enhanced adsorption and photon capture.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY OF SOLIDS
(2024)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Qiu Wang, Qikun Jiang, Dan Li, Zimeng Yang, Lin Gao, Fan Liu, Chang Li, Yao Feng, Zhonggui He, Cong Luo, Jin Sun
Summary: A mannose-modified LNP was developed for targeted delivery of TNF alpha siRNA to liver macrophages, achieving effective inhibition of acute liver injury.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Qianqian Qiao, Jinyu Wang, Kai Long, Linwei Li, Jiahao Chen, Yuhao Guo, Ziqiang Xu, Ying Kuang, Tianjiao Ji, Cao Li
Summary: This study developed a catalytic system using titanium-based MXene nanosheets to load enzymes and anticancer drugs. The nanosheets demonstrated catalase-like activity and photothermal capability, enabling enhanced cancer treatment through starvation therapy and alleviation of hypoxia. In vitro and in vivo studies confirmed the effective anticancer capability of this enzyme cascade system.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Fangmian Wei, Johannes Karges, Siyuan Gao, Lili Wang, Xiting Zhang, Xing-Can Shen, Liangnian Ji, Hui Chao
Summary: This study presents the coordination of Ru(II) polypyridine complexes to graphitic carbon nitride nanosheets for oxygen-self-sufficient two-photon photodynamic immunotherapy. The conjugates were found with strong two-photon absorption and could generate reactive oxygen species (ROS) to induce cell death and inhibit tumor growth through immune system activation.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Shiyang Wu, Yan He, Ruiqi Zhou, Chunlin Chen, Dawei Chen, Haiyang Hu
Summary: In this research, LDHA@MIP-DSD nanoparticles were designed to enhance the effectiveness of immunogenic cell death (ICD) in cancer immunotherapy. LDHA@MIP-DSD improved the accessibility of nanodrugs to cancer cells by surface imprinting LDHA and induced autophagy with SLN. The combination of these two effects resulted in optimal immune stimulation and antitumor efficiency.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
P. Jennita Jacqueline, G. Velvizhi
Summary: This study examines the potential of yellow banana peel, pineapple peel, and papaya peel as substrates for producing reducing sugar. Different pretreatment techniques were used to enhance the delignification process and enzymatic hydrolysis, resulting in increased yield of reducing sugars.
SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY AND PHARMACY
(2024)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Shaomin Chen, Luigi Vaccaro, Yanlong Gu
Summary: Diversity-oriented synthesis is a powerful tool for constructing complex structures using versatile reagents. Simple and practical versatile reagents with multiple reactivities are preferred for practical and universal applications. These reagents can play different roles simultaneously in the same reaction, offering more possibilities for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
