Methylene bis(thiocyanate)(MBT) is insoluble in water, so suspension concentrate(SC) of MBT is extremely relied on surfactants. In this paper, SC of MBT was prepared with wet-grinding technology, and the effect of sur...Methylene bis(thiocyanate)(MBT) is insoluble in water, so suspension concentrate(SC) of MBT is extremely relied on surfactants. In this paper, SC of MBT was prepared with wet-grinding technology, and the effect of surfactants,such as Morwet D425(D425) and Morwet EFW(EFW)(two kinds of dispersant), on the Zeta potential and rheology behavior of MBT SC were investigated. The results showed that the Zeta potential absolute value of MBT SC increased with the increasing content of D425, and it decreased with the increasing content of EFW at acidic solution(pH = 4.5). In the combination system of D425 and EFW, Zeta potential of MBT SC decreased first and then increased with the increasing content of EFW. The relationship between shear rate(γ) and viscosity(η) was studied according to Herschel–Bulkley model: η = η0+ k/γ, and the relationship between shear rate(γ) and shear force(τ) was investigated according to:τ = τ0+Kγ~n. It was revealed that the mixed fluid belonged to Yield Pseudoplastic Fluid.展开更多
Tibeto-Burman(TB)people have endeavored to adapt to the hypoxic,cold,and high-UV high-altitude environments in the Tibetan Plateau and complex disease exposures in lowland rainforests since the late Paleolithic period...Tibeto-Burman(TB)people have endeavored to adapt to the hypoxic,cold,and high-UV high-altitude environments in the Tibetan Plateau and complex disease exposures in lowland rainforests since the late Paleolithic period.However,the full landscape of genetic history and biological adaptation of geographically diverse TB-speaking people,as well as their interaction mechanism,remain unknown.Here,we generate a whole-genome meta-database of 500 individuals from 39 TB-speaking populations and present a comprehensive landscape of genetic diversity,admixture history,and differentiated adaptative features of geographically different TB-speaking people.We identify genetic differentiation related to geography and language among TB-speaking people,consistent with their differentiated admixture process with incoming or indigenous ancestral source populations.A robust genetic connection between the Tibetan-Yi corridor and the ancient Yellow River people supports their Northern China origin hypothesis.We finally report substructure-related differentiated biological adaptative signatures between highland Tibetans and Loloish speakers.Adaptative signatures associated with the physical pigmentation(EDAR and SLC24A5)and metabolism(ALDH9A1)are identified in Loloish people,which differed from the high-altitude adaptative genetic architecture in Tibetan.TB-related genomic resources provide new insights into the genetic basis of biological adaptation and better reference for the anthropologically informed sampling design in biomedical and genomic cohort research.展开更多
The development of high-precision sensors using flexible piezoelectric materials has the advantages of high sensitivity,high stability,good durability,and lightweight.The main problem with sensing equipment is low sen...The development of high-precision sensors using flexible piezoelectric materials has the advantages of high sensitivity,high stability,good durability,and lightweight.The main problem with sensing equipment is low sensitivity,which is due to the mismatch between materials and analysis methods,resulting in the inability to effectively eliminate noise.To address this issue,we developed the denoising analysis method to motion signals captured by a flexible piezoelectric sensor fabricated from poly(l-lactic acid)(PLLA)and polydimethylsiloxane(PDMS)materials.Experimental results demonstrate that this improved denoising method effectively removes noise components from neck muscle motion signals,thus obtaining high-quality,low-noise motion signal waveforms.Wavelet decomposition and reconstruction is a signal processing technique that involves decomposing a signal into different scales and frequency components using wavelets and then selectively reconstructing the signal to emphasize specific features or eliminate noise.The study employed the sym8 wavelet basis for wavelet decomposition and reconstruction.In the denoised signals,a high degree of stability and periodic peaks are distinctly manifested,while amplitude and frequency differences among different types of movements also become noticeably visible.As a result of this study,we are enabled to accurately analyze subtle variations in neck muscle motion signals,such as nodding,shaking the head,neck lateral flexion,and neck circles.Through temporal and frequency domain analysis of denoised motion signals,differentiation among various motion states can be achieved.Overall,this improved analytical approach holds broad application prospects across various types of piezoelectric sensors,such as healthcare monitoring,sports biomechanics.展开更多
As interest in double perovskites is growing,especially in applications like photovoltaic devices,understanding their mechanical properties is vital for device durability.Despite extensive exploration of structure and...As interest in double perovskites is growing,especially in applications like photovoltaic devices,understanding their mechanical properties is vital for device durability.Despite extensive exploration of structure and optical properties,research on mechanical aspects is limited.This article builds a vacancyordered double perovskite model,employing first-principles calculations to analyze mechanical,bonding,electronic,and optical properties.Results show Cs_(2)Hfl_(6),Cs_(2)SnBr_(6),Cs_(2)SnI_(6),and Cs_(2)PtBr_(6)have Young's moduli below 13 GPa,indicating flexibility.Geometric parameters explain flexibility variations with the changes of B and X site composition.Bonding characteristic exploration reveals the influence of B and X site electronegativity on mechanical strength.Cs_(2)SnBr_(6)and Cs_(2)PtBr_(6)are suitable for solar cells,while Cs_(2)HfI_(6)and Cs_(2)TiCl_(6)show potential for semi-transparent solar cells.Optical property calculations highlight the high light absorption coefficients of up to 3.5×10^(5) cm^(-1)for Cs_(2)HfI_(6)and Cs_(2)TiCl_(6).Solar cell simulation shows Cs_(2)PtBr_(6)achieves 22.4%of conversion effciency.Cs_(2)ZrCl_(6)holds promise for ionizing radiation detection with its 3.68 eV bandgap and high absorption coefficient.Vacancy-ordered double perovskites offer superior flexibility,providing valuable insights for designing stable and flexible devices.This understanding enhances the development of functional devices based on these perovskites,especially for applications requiring high stability and flexibility.展开更多
In this contribution,we describe the preparation and recognition characteristics of a novel tetrapodal benzene cage(1).The cage can express a wide recognition range without losing selectivity for the object of appropr...In this contribution,we describe the preparation and recognition characteristics of a novel tetrapodal benzene cage(1).The cage can express a wide recognition range without losing selectivity for the object of appropriate size and functional groups.The key to obtaining the desired structural isomer of 1 is the synthesis and isolation of the o-bis(bromomethyl)benzene precursor(5).Three distinct vips,F^(−)(ex-tremely small size),d-lactate(appropriate size)and l-Asp(branched shape),were selected as examples to demonstrate the recognition characteristics of 1.By NMR titration studies,they all expressed good binding affinity(K>10^(5) L/mol)in competitive medium(10%DMSO/THF),indicating that 1 has a wide recognition scope.The highest binding constant was observed for d-lactate,revealing that 1 has good selectivity for d-lactate versus F^(−)and L-Asp.Moreover,the NMR titration study of F^(−)in DMSO indicates 1 can achieve different binding modes(1:1 and 2:1 vip-host)for small-sized vips,which allows for the further development of binary binding properties and thereafter applications in the field of catalysis.展开更多
Large earthquakes frequently occur along complex fault systems.Understanding seismic rupture and long-term fault evolution requires constraining the geometric and material properties of fault zone structures.We provid...Large earthquakes frequently occur along complex fault systems.Understanding seismic rupture and long-term fault evolution requires constraining the geometric and material properties of fault zone structures.We provide a comprehensive overview of recent advancements in seismological methods used to study fault zone structures,including seismic tomography,fault zone seismic wave analysis,and seismicity analysis.Observational conditions limit our current ability to fully characterize fault zones,for example,insufficient imaging resolution to discern small-scale anomalies,incomplete capture of crucial fault zone seismic waves,and limited precision in event location accuracy.Dense seismic arrays can overcome these limitations and enable more detailed investigations of fault zone structures.Moreover,we present new insights into the structure of the Anninghe-Xiaojiang fault zone in the southeastern margin of the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau based on data collected from a dense seismic array.We found that utilizing a dense seismic array can identify small-scale features within fault zones,aiding in the interpretation of fault zone geometry and material properties.展开更多
Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy (CAA) occurs commonly among the elderly and almost invariably in patients with Alzheimer’s Disease (AD). The β-amyloid peptides (Aβ) are produced via the amy-loidogenic processing of β-...Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy (CAA) occurs commonly among the elderly and almost invariably in patients with Alzheimer’s Disease (AD). The β-amyloid peptides (Aβ) are produced via the amy-loidogenic processing of β-Amyloid Precursor Protein (APP) by β-secretase-1 (BACE1) and γ- secretase. Vascular endothelial cells are lately shown to possess the molecular machinery of Aβ production, which might participate in the development of CAA. Hypercholesterolemia is considered a risk factor for AD, whereas less is known if cholesterol may modulate endothelial Aβ production. In the present study we verified the amyloidogenic capability of Human Umbilical Vein Endothelial Cells (HUVECs) in vitro and explored the effect of cholesterol exposure on their amy-loidogenic potential. Cholesterol treatments at 12.5 and 25 mg/dL significantly elevated APP, BACE1 and APP β-CTF protein levels and β-site APP cleavage activity in cell lysates, and Aβ40 levels in culture medium. However, coincubation with cholesterol at 50 and 100 mg/dL attenuated the viability of the cultured cells and diminished their amyloidogenic capability. These findings suggest that high cholesterol exposure is stressful to vascular endothelial cells, and at a certain dosage range can promote an amyloidogenic response in these cells.展开更多
基金Supported by Guangzhou Science Technology and Innovation Commission(201508030019)China Scholarship Council(201506155073)National Undergraduate Innovative and Entrepreneurial Training Program(201610561089)
文摘Methylene bis(thiocyanate)(MBT) is insoluble in water, so suspension concentrate(SC) of MBT is extremely relied on surfactants. In this paper, SC of MBT was prepared with wet-grinding technology, and the effect of surfactants,such as Morwet D425(D425) and Morwet EFW(EFW)(two kinds of dispersant), on the Zeta potential and rheology behavior of MBT SC were investigated. The results showed that the Zeta potential absolute value of MBT SC increased with the increasing content of D425, and it decreased with the increasing content of EFW at acidic solution(pH = 4.5). In the combination system of D425 and EFW, Zeta potential of MBT SC decreased first and then increased with the increasing content of EFW. The relationship between shear rate(γ) and viscosity(η) was studied according to Herschel–Bulkley model: η = η0+ k/γ, and the relationship between shear rate(γ) and shear force(τ) was investigated according to:τ = τ0+Kγ~n. It was revealed that the mixed fluid belonged to Yield Pseudoplastic Fluid.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(82202078)the Center for Archaeological Science of Sichuan University(23SASA01).
文摘Tibeto-Burman(TB)people have endeavored to adapt to the hypoxic,cold,and high-UV high-altitude environments in the Tibetan Plateau and complex disease exposures in lowland rainforests since the late Paleolithic period.However,the full landscape of genetic history and biological adaptation of geographically diverse TB-speaking people,as well as their interaction mechanism,remain unknown.Here,we generate a whole-genome meta-database of 500 individuals from 39 TB-speaking populations and present a comprehensive landscape of genetic diversity,admixture history,and differentiated adaptative features of geographically different TB-speaking people.We identify genetic differentiation related to geography and language among TB-speaking people,consistent with their differentiated admixture process with incoming or indigenous ancestral source populations.A robust genetic connection between the Tibetan-Yi corridor and the ancient Yellow River people supports their Northern China origin hypothesis.We finally report substructure-related differentiated biological adaptative signatures between highland Tibetans and Loloish speakers.Adaptative signatures associated with the physical pigmentation(EDAR and SLC24A5)and metabolism(ALDH9A1)are identified in Loloish people,which differed from the high-altitude adaptative genetic architecture in Tibetan.TB-related genomic resources provide new insights into the genetic basis of biological adaptation and better reference for the anthropologically informed sampling design in biomedical and genomic cohort research.
基金the National Key R&D Plan(No.2017YFA0205304)NSFC(Nos.61821002,12072074)+1 种基金SceneRay Co.,Ltd.Nanjing Chipsemi Electronic Technology Co.,Ltd.for the financial support
文摘The development of high-precision sensors using flexible piezoelectric materials has the advantages of high sensitivity,high stability,good durability,and lightweight.The main problem with sensing equipment is low sensitivity,which is due to the mismatch between materials and analysis methods,resulting in the inability to effectively eliminate noise.To address this issue,we developed the denoising analysis method to motion signals captured by a flexible piezoelectric sensor fabricated from poly(l-lactic acid)(PLLA)and polydimethylsiloxane(PDMS)materials.Experimental results demonstrate that this improved denoising method effectively removes noise components from neck muscle motion signals,thus obtaining high-quality,low-noise motion signal waveforms.Wavelet decomposition and reconstruction is a signal processing technique that involves decomposing a signal into different scales and frequency components using wavelets and then selectively reconstructing the signal to emphasize specific features or eliminate noise.The study employed the sym8 wavelet basis for wavelet decomposition and reconstruction.In the denoised signals,a high degree of stability and periodic peaks are distinctly manifested,while amplitude and frequency differences among different types of movements also become noticeably visible.As a result of this study,we are enabled to accurately analyze subtle variations in neck muscle motion signals,such as nodding,shaking the head,neck lateral flexion,and neck circles.Through temporal and frequency domain analysis of denoised motion signals,differentiation among various motion states can be achieved.Overall,this improved analytical approach holds broad application prospects across various types of piezoelectric sensors,such as healthcare monitoring,sports biomechanics.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(62305261,62305262)the Natural Science Foundation of Shaanxi Province(2024JC-YBMS-021,2024JC-YBMS-788,2023-JC-YB-065,2023-JC-QN-0693,2022JQ-652)+1 种基金the Xi’an Science and Technology Bureau of University Service Enterprise Project(23GXFW0043)the Cross disciplinary Research and Cultivation Project of Xi’an University of Architecture and Technology(2023JCPY-17)。
文摘As interest in double perovskites is growing,especially in applications like photovoltaic devices,understanding their mechanical properties is vital for device durability.Despite extensive exploration of structure and optical properties,research on mechanical aspects is limited.This article builds a vacancyordered double perovskite model,employing first-principles calculations to analyze mechanical,bonding,electronic,and optical properties.Results show Cs_(2)Hfl_(6),Cs_(2)SnBr_(6),Cs_(2)SnI_(6),and Cs_(2)PtBr_(6)have Young's moduli below 13 GPa,indicating flexibility.Geometric parameters explain flexibility variations with the changes of B and X site composition.Bonding characteristic exploration reveals the influence of B and X site electronegativity on mechanical strength.Cs_(2)SnBr_(6)and Cs_(2)PtBr_(6)are suitable for solar cells,while Cs_(2)HfI_(6)and Cs_(2)TiCl_(6)show potential for semi-transparent solar cells.Optical property calculations highlight the high light absorption coefficients of up to 3.5×10^(5) cm^(-1)for Cs_(2)HfI_(6)and Cs_(2)TiCl_(6).Solar cell simulation shows Cs_(2)PtBr_(6)achieves 22.4%of conversion effciency.Cs_(2)ZrCl_(6)holds promise for ionizing radiation detection with its 3.68 eV bandgap and high absorption coefficient.Vacancy-ordered double perovskites offer superior flexibility,providing valuable insights for designing stable and flexible devices.This understanding enhances the development of functional devices based on these perovskites,especially for applications requiring high stability and flexibility.
基金support by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.22101260)Natural Science Foundation of Zhejiang Province(No.LQ22B020001).
文摘In this contribution,we describe the preparation and recognition characteristics of a novel tetrapodal benzene cage(1).The cage can express a wide recognition range without losing selectivity for the object of appropriate size and functional groups.The key to obtaining the desired structural isomer of 1 is the synthesis and isolation of the o-bis(bromomethyl)benzene precursor(5).Three distinct vips,F^(−)(ex-tremely small size),d-lactate(appropriate size)and l-Asp(branched shape),were selected as examples to demonstrate the recognition characteristics of 1.By NMR titration studies,they all expressed good binding affinity(K>10^(5) L/mol)in competitive medium(10%DMSO/THF),indicating that 1 has a wide recognition scope.The highest binding constant was observed for d-lactate,revealing that 1 has good selectivity for d-lactate versus F^(−)and L-Asp.Moreover,the NMR titration study of F^(−)in DMSO indicates 1 can achieve different binding modes(1:1 and 2:1 vip-host)for small-sized vips,which allows for the further development of binary binding properties and thereafter applications in the field of catalysis.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(No.2022YFF0800601)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.U2039204)the Special Fund of the Institute of Geophysics,China Earthquake Administration(No.DQJB23B22).
文摘Large earthquakes frequently occur along complex fault systems.Understanding seismic rupture and long-term fault evolution requires constraining the geometric and material properties of fault zone structures.We provide a comprehensive overview of recent advancements in seismological methods used to study fault zone structures,including seismic tomography,fault zone seismic wave analysis,and seismicity analysis.Observational conditions limit our current ability to fully characterize fault zones,for example,insufficient imaging resolution to discern small-scale anomalies,incomplete capture of crucial fault zone seismic waves,and limited precision in event location accuracy.Dense seismic arrays can overcome these limitations and enable more detailed investigations of fault zone structures.Moreover,we present new insights into the structure of the Anninghe-Xiaojiang fault zone in the southeastern margin of the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau based on data collected from a dense seismic array.We found that utilizing a dense seismic array can identify small-scale features within fault zones,aiding in the interpretation of fault zone geometry and material properties.
文摘Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy (CAA) occurs commonly among the elderly and almost invariably in patients with Alzheimer’s Disease (AD). The β-amyloid peptides (Aβ) are produced via the amy-loidogenic processing of β-Amyloid Precursor Protein (APP) by β-secretase-1 (BACE1) and γ- secretase. Vascular endothelial cells are lately shown to possess the molecular machinery of Aβ production, which might participate in the development of CAA. Hypercholesterolemia is considered a risk factor for AD, whereas less is known if cholesterol may modulate endothelial Aβ production. In the present study we verified the amyloidogenic capability of Human Umbilical Vein Endothelial Cells (HUVECs) in vitro and explored the effect of cholesterol exposure on their amy-loidogenic potential. Cholesterol treatments at 12.5 and 25 mg/dL significantly elevated APP, BACE1 and APP β-CTF protein levels and β-site APP cleavage activity in cell lysates, and Aβ40 levels in culture medium. However, coincubation with cholesterol at 50 and 100 mg/dL attenuated the viability of the cultured cells and diminished their amyloidogenic capability. These findings suggest that high cholesterol exposure is stressful to vascular endothelial cells, and at a certain dosage range can promote an amyloidogenic response in these cells.
