All-perovskite tandem solar cells(ATSCs) have the potential to surpass the Shockley-Queisser efficiency limit of conventional single-junction devices. However, the performance and stability of mixed tin–lead(Sn–Pb) ...All-perovskite tandem solar cells(ATSCs) have the potential to surpass the Shockley-Queisser efficiency limit of conventional single-junction devices. However, the performance and stability of mixed tin–lead(Sn–Pb) perovskite solar cells(PSCs), which are crucial components of ATSCs, are much lower than those of lead-based perovskites. The primary challenges include the high crystallization rate of perovskite materials and the susceptibility of Sn^(2+) oxidation, which leads to rough morphology and unfavorable p-type self-doping. To address these issues, we introduced ethylhydrazine oxalate(EDO) at the perovskite interface, which effectively inhibits the oxidation of Sn^(2+) and simultaneously enhances the crystallinity of the perovskite. Consequently, the EDO-modified mixed tin-lead PSCs reached a power conversion efficiency(PCE) of 21.96% with high reproducibility. We further achieved a 27.58% efficient ATSCs by using EDO as interfacial passivator in the Sn-Pb PSCs.展开更多
The structure-performance relationship of Cu/Al_(2)O_(3) catalysts in the hydrogenation of diethyl oxalate(DEO)for the synthesis of alcohol ether esters has been investigated by various characterization techniques inc...The structure-performance relationship of Cu/Al_(2)O_(3) catalysts in the hydrogenation of diethyl oxalate(DEO)for the synthesis of alcohol ether esters has been investigated by various characterization techniques including XRD,XPS,N2O titration,and 27Al MAS-NMR.The results showed that when the crystal configurations of Al_(2)O_(3) were the same,increasing the specific surface area could effectively refine the size of copper nanoparticles(Cu NPs),and ultimately improve the conversion of DEO.Meanwhile,the smaller size ofγ-Al_(2)O_(3)(HSAl and SBAl)loaded Cu NPs promotes the reaction towards the deep hydrogenation to produce ethanol(EtOH)and ethylene glycol(EG).Besides,the larger size of Cu NPs on the surface of amorphous Al_(2)O_(3)(HTAl and SolAl)resulted in a lower conversion rate,where ethyl glycolate(Egly)is the main product.Despite there are differences in Al^(3+)ionic coordination in Al_(2)O_(3) with different crystal structures,the experimental data showed that the differences in Al^(3+)ionic coordination did not significantly affect the catalytic performance in the hydrogenation reaction.The formation of alcohol-ether ester chemicals is critically dependent on the interactions between Cu sites and acidic sites.Among them,EG and EtOH were dehydrated to form 2-ethoxyethanol via the SN2 mechanism,while Egly and EtOH were reacted to form ethyl ethoxyacetate(EEA)via the SN2 mechanism.This study provides a theoretical basis for the optimization of the coal-based glycol processes to achieve a diversified product portfolio.展开更多
Objective:Several therapeutic modalities for the prevention of calcium oxalate(CaOx)stones have been studied,but only a select few of these modalities have been incorporated into the American Urological Association gu...Objective:Several therapeutic modalities for the prevention of calcium oxalate(CaOx)stones have been studied,but only a select few of these modalities have been incorporated into the American Urological Association guidelines.Our study aimed to organize and interrogate existing research that may be promising for CaOx prevention.Methods:A literature search was conducted using MEDLINE and Embase from inception to November 16,2022.Our study population included adults with or without a history of CaOx kidney stones.Studies in which patients were treated with pharmacotherapies,herbal supplements,or uncategorized research chemicals that are not included in the current American Urological Association guidelines for preventing CaOx stones were included.Nonoriginal research was excluded.Results:Out of the 6155 identified articles,38 were included in the final analysis.The five distinct categories of interventions for stone prevention were“medications”,“herbal supplements”,“food and macronutrients”,“micronutrients”,and“enzymes and probiotics”.Modalities that were found to reduce known urinary risk factors were tolvaptan,cranberry juice,magnesium citrate,oxalate-degrading enzyme ALLN-177,and malic acid.Prophylaxis that reduced stone formation were sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors,eicosapentaenoic acid,ethane-1-hydroxy-1,1-disphosphonate.Therapies that reduced urinary risk factors and stone formation were Phyllanthus niruri,rice bran,and magnesium hydroxide.Conclusion:Several of the identified therapies may provide prophylactic benefits for CaOx stone formation and may be useful for inclusion in guidelines for kidney stone prevention.展开更多
Oxalate content in spinach is a key trait of interest due to its relevance to human health.Understanding the genetic basis of it can facilitate the development of spinach varieties with reduced oxalate levels.In pursu...Oxalate content in spinach is a key trait of interest due to its relevance to human health.Understanding the genetic basis of it can facilitate the development of spinach varieties with reduced oxalate levels.In pursuit of understanding the genetic determinants,a diverse panel comprising 288 spinach accessions underwent thorough phenotyping of oxalate content and were subjected to whole-genome resequencing,resulting in a comprehensive dataset encompassing 14386 single-nucleotide polymorphisms(SNPs).Leveraging this dataset,we conducted a genome-wide association study(GWAS)to identify noteworthy SNPs associated with oxalate content.Furthermore,we employed genomic prediction(GP)via cross-prediction,utilizing five GP models,to assess genomic estimated breeding values(GEBVs)for oxalate content.The observed normal distribution and the wide range of oxalate content,exceeding 600.0 mg$100 g^(-1),underscore the complex and quantitative nature of this trait,likely influenced by multiple genes.Additionally,our analysis revealed distinct stratification,delineating the population into four discernible subpopulations.Furthermore,GWAS analysis employing five models in GAPIT 3 and TASSEL 5 unveiled nine significant SNPs(four SNPs on chromosome 1 and five on chromosome 5)associated with oxalate content.These loci exhibited associations with six candidate genes,which might have potential contribution to oxalate content regulation.Remarkably,our GP models exhibited notable predictive abilities,yielding average accuracies of up to 0.51 for GEBV estimation.The integration of GWAS and GP approaches offers a holistic comprehension of the genetic underpinnings of oxalate content in spinach.These findings offered a promising avenue for the development of spinach cultivars and hybrids optimized for oxalate levels,promoting consumer health.展开更多
The hydrogenation of dimethyl oxalate(DMO)to ethanol(Et OH)represents a promising avenue for syngas conversion and plays a pivotal role in advancing sustainable energy economies.Nevertheless,designing catalysts with h...The hydrogenation of dimethyl oxalate(DMO)to ethanol(Et OH)represents a promising avenue for syngas conversion and plays a pivotal role in advancing sustainable energy economies.Nevertheless,designing catalysts with high Et OH yields at low temperatures remains a significant challenge.This study introduces an efficient catalyst featuring a rich SiO_(2)-Ni_(3)Mo_(3)N interface,which achieved a remarkable 97.5%Et OH yield at 210°C and 2 MPa.Impressively,an Et OH yield of 95%was also obtained at 210°C and 1.5 MPa.The research demonstrates that the addition of SiO_(2)fosters the development of a rich SiO_(2)-Ni_(3)Mo_(3)N interface,which enhances the concentration of Lewis acid sites(L-acid)and Brønsted acids sites(B-acid)within the catalyst.This enhancement promotes the adsorption of raw material and intermediate products while increasing H_(2)adsorption,thereby boosting the catalyst's deep hydrogenation capacity.Density functional theory(DFT)simulations indicate that SiO2incorporation modifies the catalyst's metal d-band center through electron transfer,increasing its adsorption capability for raw materials and intermediates and facilitating Et OH production.Consequently,this study achieves high Et OH yields at low temperatures,advances the industrialization process of syngas to Et OH conversion,and offers novel insights into constructing highly active catalytic interfaces for DMO hydrogenation.展开更多
Crystallization process determines the quality of perovskite films and the performances of resultant perovskite solar cells(PSCs).Dimethylamine oxalate has been proven as a multifunctional modulator,and is explored as...Crystallization process determines the quality of perovskite films and the performances of resultant perovskite solar cells(PSCs).Dimethylamine oxalate has been proven as a multifunctional modulator,and is explored as an efficient additive in manipulating the crystallization process of CsPbI_(3) perovskite films.On one hand,oxalate serves as the precipitator that facilitates the nucleation process of intermediate.The larger size of intermediate is conductive to the larger size and smaller grain boundaries of resultant perovskite.On the other hand,in subsequent annealing process,the phase conversion and growth process of transient perovskite can be decelerated due to the strong interactions of oxalate with both dimethylamine cation(DMA^(+))and Pb^(2+).Due to the optimized crystallization kinetics,the morphology and quality of CsPbI_(3) perovskite films are comprehensively improved with lower defect concentrations,and charge recombination loss is effectively suppressed.Benefiting from the optimized crystal quality of perovskite films,the carbon electrode-based CsPbI_(3) PSCs exhibit a champion efficiency of 18.48%.This represents one of the highest levels among all hole transport layer-free inorganic perovskite solar cells.展开更多
Oxalate is an organic dicarboxylic acid that is a common component of plant foods.The kidneys are essential organs for oxalate excretion,but excessive oxalates may induce kidney stones.Jupiter microtubule associated h...Oxalate is an organic dicarboxylic acid that is a common component of plant foods.The kidneys are essential organs for oxalate excretion,but excessive oxalates may induce kidney stones.Jupiter microtubule associated homolog 2(JPT2)is a critical molecule in Ca^(2+)mobilization,and its intrinsic mechanism in oxalate exposure and kidney stones remains unclear.This study aimed to reveal the mechanism of JPT2 in oxalate exposure and kidney stones.Genetic approaches were used to control JPT2 expression in cells and mice,and the JPT2 mechanism of action was analyzed using transcriptomics and untargeted metabolomics.The results showed that oxalate exposure triggered the upregulation of JPT2,which is involved in nicotinic acid adenine dinucleotide phosphate(NAADP)-mediated Ca^(2+)mobilization.Transcriptomic analysis revealed that cell adhesion and macrophage inflammatory polarization were inhibited by JPT2 knockdown,and these were dominated by phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase(PI3K)/AKT signaling,respectively.Untargeted metabolomics indicated that JPT2 knockdown inhibited the production of succinic acid semialdehyde(SSA)in macrophages.Furthermore,JPT2 deficiency in mice inhibited kidney stones mineralization.In conclusion,this study demonstrates that oxalate exposure facilitates kidney stones by promoting crystal-cell adhesion,and modulating macrophage metabolism and inflammatory polarization via JPT2/PI3K/AKT signaling.展开更多
Limosilactobacillus reuteri is a microbe intricately linked to humans and animal health.A thorough assessment of its safety and potential benefits is imperative prior to its application in human and animals.In this in...Limosilactobacillus reuteri is a microbe intricately linked to humans and animal health.A thorough assessment of its safety and potential benefits is imperative prior to its application in human and animals.In this investigation,we performed a comprehensive analysis encompassing genome sequencing,genomic analysis,and phenotypic characterization of L.reuteri Q35,an exceptionally proficient producer of reuterin.The whole genome sequencing results showed that the complete genome sequence spans 2145158 bp with a GC content of 38.9%and encompasses 2121 genes.Initial identification of antibiotic-resistant genes,virulence factors,and toxin-coding genes in the genome substantiated the strain’s low-risk status.Subsequent tests for antibiotic resistance,acute oral toxicology,and hemolysis further confirmed its elevated safety level.The genome of L.reuteri Q35 was found to contain genes associated with adhesion and stress tolerance.Following exposure to artificial gastric juice and bile salt,the strain exhibited a higher survival rate and demonstrated a strong scavenging ability for hydroxyl free radicals in antioxidant capacity tests.These findings suggested that L.reuteri Q35 possesses unique probiotic properties.Additionally,the genome of strain Q35 harbors three truncated oxaloyl-CoA decarboxylase genes(oxc1,oxc2 and oxc3),overexpression of which resulted in a significant increase in ammonium oxalate degradation from 29.5%to 48.8%.These findings highlight that L.reuteri Q35 exhibits both favorable safety characteristics alongside beneficial properties,making it a promising candidate for treating metabolic disorders such as hyperoxaluria.展开更多
Product selectivity and reaction pathway are highly dependent on surface structure of heterogeneous catalysts.For vapor-phase hydrogenation of dimethyl oxalate(DMO),"EG route"(DMO→methyl glycolate(MG)ethyle...Product selectivity and reaction pathway are highly dependent on surface structure of heterogeneous catalysts.For vapor-phase hydrogenation of dimethyl oxalate(DMO),"EG route"(DMO→methyl glycolate(MG)ethylene glycol(EG)→ethanol(ET))and"MA route"(DMO→MG→methyl acetate(MA))were proposed over traditional Cu based catalysts and Mo-based or Fe-based catalysts,respectively.Herein,tunable yield of ET(93.7%)and MA(72.1%)were obtained through different reaction routes over WO_(x) modified Cu/SiO_(2) catalysts,and the corresponding reaction route was further proved by kinetic study and in-situ DRIFTS technology.Mechanistic studies demonstrated that H_(2) activation ability,acid density and Cu-WO_(x) interaction on the catalysts were tuned by regulating the surface W density,which resulted in the different reaction pathway and product selectivity.What's more,high yield of MA produced from DMO hydrogenation was firstly reported with the H_(2) pressure as low as 0.5 MPa.展开更多
BACKGROUND Acute kidney injury(AKI)due to interstitial nephritis is a known condition primarily attributed to various medications.While medication-induced interstitial nephritis is common,occurrences due to non-pharma...BACKGROUND Acute kidney injury(AKI)due to interstitial nephritis is a known condition primarily attributed to various medications.While medication-induced interstitial nephritis is common,occurrences due to non-pharmacological factors are rare.This report presents a case of severe AKI triggered by intratubular oxalate crystal deposition,leading to interstitial nephritis.The aim is to outline the case and its management,emphasizing the significance of recognizing uncommon causes of interstitial nephritis.CASE SUMMARY A 71-year-old female presented with stroke-like symptoms,including weakness,speech difficulties,and cognitive impairment.Chronic hypertension had been managed with hydrochlorothiazide(HCTZ)for over two decades.Upon admis-sion,severe hypokalemia and AKI were noted,prompting discontinuation of HCTZ and initiation of prednisolone for acute interstitial nephritis.Further investigations,including kidney biopsy,confirmed severe acute interstitial nephritis with oxalate crystal deposits as the underlying cause.Despite treatment,initial renal function showed minimal improvement.However,with prednisolone therapy and supportive measures,her condition gradually improved,high-lighting the importance of comprehensive management.CONCLUSION This case underscores the importance of a thorough diagnostic approach in identifying and addressing uncommon causes of interstitial nephritis.The occurrence of interstitial nephritis due to oxalate crystal deposition,especially without typical risk factors,emphasizes the need for vigilance in clinical practice.展开更多
The catalytic performance of different acidic catalysts for diethyl oxalate synthesis from the one-step transesterification of dimethyl oxalate and ethanol was evaluated.The effects of different factors(e.g.,acidity,e...The catalytic performance of different acidic catalysts for diethyl oxalate synthesis from the one-step transesterification of dimethyl oxalate and ethanol was evaluated.The effects of different factors(e.g.,acidity,electron accepting capacity,cations type and crystalline water)on the catalytic activity of acidic catalysts were investigated respectively.It was proposed and confirmed that the transesterification reaction catalyzed by a Lewis acid(FeCl3)and a Bronsted acid(H2SO4)follows a first-order kinetic reaction process.In addition,the Lewis acid-catalyzed transesterification processes with different ester structures were used to further explore and understand the speculated reaction mechanism.This work enriches the theoretical understanding of acid-catalyzed transesterification reactions and is of great significance for the development of highly active catalysts for diethyl oxalate synthesis,diminishing the industrial production cost of diethyl oxalate,and developing downstream bulk or high-value-added industrial products.展开更多
Lanthanum oxalate hydrate La2（C2O4）3·10H2O,the precursor of La2O3 ultrafine powders,was prepared by impinging stream reactor method with PEG 20000 as surfactant.Thermal decomposition of La2（C2O4）3·10H2O ...Lanthanum oxalate hydrate La2（C2O4）3·10H2O,the precursor of La2O3 ultrafine powders,was prepared by impinging stream reactor method with PEG 20000 as surfactant.Thermal decomposition of La2（C2O4）3·10H2O from room temperature to 900 °C was investigated and intermediates and final solid products were characterized by FTIR and DSC-TG.Results show that the thermal decomposition process consists of five consecutive stage reactions.Flynn-Wall-Ozawa（FWO） and Kissinger-Akahira-Sunose（KAS） methods were implemented for the calculation of energy of activation（E）,and the results show that E depends on α,demonstrating that the decomposition reaction process of the lanthanum oxalate is of a complex kinetic mechanism.The most probable mechanistic function,G（α）=[1-（1＋α）1/3]2,and the kinetic parameters were obtained by multivariate non-linear regression analysis method.The average E-value that is compatible with the kinetic model is close to value which was obtained by FWO and KAS methods.The fitting curve matches the original TG curve very well.展开更多
Nanometer-size zero-valent iron(NZVI)is an efficient reducing agent,but its surface is easily passivated with an oxide layer,leading to reaction inefficiency.In our study,oxalate(OA)was introduced into this heterogene...Nanometer-size zero-valent iron(NZVI)is an efficient reducing agent,but its surface is easily passivated with an oxide layer,leading to reaction inefficiency.In our study,oxalate(OA)was introduced into this heterogeneous system of NZVI,which could form ferrioxalate complexes with the NZVI surface-bound Fe3+and dissolved Fe3+in the solution.Photolysis of ferrioxalate complexes can facilitate the generation of Fe2+from Fe3+and CO2·-radical,both species have strong reduction capacity.Hence,a"photo-oxalate-Fe(0)"system through sunlight induction was established,which not only prohibited the formation of a surface passivation layer,but also displayed a synergetic mechanism of ferrioxalate photolysis to enhance reduction,exhibiting remarkably higher degradation activity(several times faster)toward the model pollutant Cr(Ⅵ)than the mechanism with NZVI alone.Factor tests suggested that both NZVI dosage and OA content markedly affected the reduction rate.Low pH was beneficial to the reduction efficiency.Moreover,recyclability experiment showed that the reduction rate decreased from 0.21706 to 0.03977 min-1 after three cycles of reuse due to the NZVI losing reaction activity generally,but the system still maintained considerable reduction capacity.Finally,a mechanism was revealed whereby NZVI would transform to Fe oxides after the exhaustion of its reductive power,and the photolysis of ferrioxalate to promote the cycling of iron species played the predominant role in providing extra reduction ability.These features confirm that introduction of OA into Cr(Ⅵ)reduction by NZVI through sunlight induction is advantageous and promising.展开更多
Diphenyl oxalate was synthesized from transesterification of dimethyl oxalate with phenol over TS-1 ( 2.5 wt% Ti ) catalyst. TS-1 catalyst, as a heterogeneous catalyst, showed excellent selectivity of diphenyl oxalat...Diphenyl oxalate was synthesized from transesterification of dimethyl oxalate with phenol over TS-1 ( 2.5 wt% Ti ) catalyst. TS-1 catalyst, as a heterogeneous catalyst, showed excellent selectivity of diphenyl oxalate and methylphenyl oxalate compared with other homogeneous catalysts. Lewis acid sites on TS-1 catalyst were the active sites for transesterification of dimethyl oxalate with phenol. The high selectivity was closely related to the weak acid sites over TS-1.展开更多
Hierarchical europium oxalate Eu2（C2O4）3.10H2O micro-particles were synthesized through a simple precipitation method at room temperature in present of trisodium citrate. The products were characterized by X-ray dif...Hierarchical europium oxalate Eu2（C2O4）3.10H2O micro-particles were synthesized through a simple precipitation method at room temperature in present of trisodium citrate. The products were characterized by X-ray diffraction, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, field-emission scanning electron microscopy, and photoluminescence. The possible formation mechanism of the hierarchical europium oxalate Eu2（C2O4）3.10H2O micro-particles was discussed.展开更多
Peroxyoxalate chemiluminescence was, for the first time, examined by using ternary mixed solutions of water-hydrophilic/hydrophobic organic solvent. Eosin Y as a model fluorescence compound was dissolved with the tern...Peroxyoxalate chemiluminescence was, for the first time, examined by using ternary mixed solutions of water-hydrophilic/hydrophobic organic solvent. Eosin Y as a model fluorescence compound was dissolved with the ternary solutions of water (1.0 mM carbonate buffer, pH 9.0)-acetonitrile-ethyl acetate, water-rich of 15:3:2 volume ratio and organic solvent-rich of 3:8:4 volume ratio, to which bis(2,4,6-trichlorophenyl) oxalate and hydrogen peroxide chemiluminescence reagent were added. The chemiluminescence observed with the ternary solutions, especially the organic solvent-rich solution, showed a larger signal than that observed with the water only solution or water-acetonitrile mixed solution. Chemiluminescence in the presence of twenty types of α-amino acid was similarly examined by using the ternary organic solvent-rich solution. The chemiluminescence of three α-amino acids with fluorescence properties was enhanced with the ternary solution. The data reported here may contribute to development of a new, sensitive peroxyoxalate chemiluminescence detection system.展开更多
Methyl glycolate is a good solvent and can be used as feedstock for the synthesis of some important organic chemicals. Catalytic hydrogenation of dimethyl oxalate （DMO） over copper-silver catalyst supported on silic...Methyl glycolate is a good solvent and can be used as feedstock for the synthesis of some important organic chemicals. Catalytic hydrogenation of dimethyl oxalate （DMO） over copper-silver catalyst supported on silica was studied. The Cu-Ag/SiO2 catalyst supported on silica sol was prepared by homogeneous deposition-precipitation of the mixture of aqueous euprammonia complex and silica sol. The proper active temperature of Cu-Ag/SiO2 catalyst for hydrogenation of DMO was 523-623 K. The most preferable reaction conditions for methyl glycolate （MG） were optimized： temperature at 468-478 K, 40-60 mesh catalyst diameter, H2/DMO ratio 40, and 1.0 h^-1 of LHSV.展开更多
Cu/SiO2 catalysts prepared by a convenient and efficient method using the urea hydrolysis deposition-precipitation （UHDP） technique have been proposed focusing on the effect of copper loading.The texture,structure a...Cu/SiO2 catalysts prepared by a convenient and efficient method using the urea hydrolysis deposition-precipitation （UHDP） technique have been proposed focusing on the effect of copper loading.The texture,structure and composition are systematically characterized by ICP,FTIR,N 2-physisorption,N2O chemisorption,TPR,XRD and XPS.The formation of copper phyllosilicate is observed in Cu/SiO2 catalyst by adopting UHDP method,and the amount of copper phyllosilicate is related to copper loading.It is found the structure properties and catalytic performance is profoundly affected by the amount of copper phyllosilicate.The excellent catalytic activity is attributed to the synergetic effect between Cu0 and Cu ＋.DMO conversion and EG selectivity are determined by the amount of Cu0 and Cu＋,respectively.The proper copper loading （30 wt%） provides with the highest ratio of Cu ＋ /Cu0,giving rise to the highest EG yield of 95% under the reaction conditions of p=2.0 MPa,T=473 K,H2/DMO=80 and LHSV=1.0h-1.展开更多
High purity Y_2O_3 nano-powders was synthesized directly from solution ofindustrial YCl_3 by method of oxalate precipitation through super-micro-reactors made by complexnon-ionic surfactant. The purity and diameter of...High purity Y_2O_3 nano-powders was synthesized directly from solution ofindustrial YCl_3 by method of oxalate precipitation through super-micro-reactors made by complexnon-ionic surfactant. The purity and diameter of Y_2O_3 particles were controlled by such processingparameters as concentration of YCl_3 and oxalic acid and complex non-ionic surfactant etc. TEMphotomicrographs show that Y_2O_3 particles are spherical in shape, with an average diameter of lessthan 30 nm. Test results certify that the purity and particle diameter as well as the dispersion ofY_2O_3 nano-powder depend on the concentrations of YCl_3, oxalic acid and complex non-ionicsurfactant. The optimum ranges of the concentrations for YCl_3 and complex non-ionic surfactant whenthe diameter of Y_2O_3 particles is smaller than 100 nm are 0.43 ～1.4 mol ? L^(-1) and0.031～0.112 mol·L^(-1) respectively, while the mass fraction range of oxalic acid is 10% ～18% .The purity of Y_2O_3 nano-powder tested by ICP-AES analysis is 99.99% .展开更多
Silver-ceramics (Ag2MO2)(M=Co, Ni, or Cu) were prepared through thermal decompositionof coprecipitated oxalates. Pellets of these materials were annealed at 350℃ for different timeperiods up to 5 h. The effect of ann...Silver-ceramics (Ag2MO2)(M=Co, Ni, or Cu) were prepared through thermal decompositionof coprecipitated oxalates. Pellets of these materials were annealed at 350℃ for different timeperiods up to 5 h. The effect of annealing time on the transport properties was studied. IR andX-ray spectra were also studied.展开更多
基金financially supported by National Key R&D Program of China (2025YFE0100300)the National Natural Science Foundation of China (52202293 and 52330004)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities (WUT: 2023IVA075 and 2023IVB009)。
文摘All-perovskite tandem solar cells(ATSCs) have the potential to surpass the Shockley-Queisser efficiency limit of conventional single-junction devices. However, the performance and stability of mixed tin–lead(Sn–Pb) perovskite solar cells(PSCs), which are crucial components of ATSCs, are much lower than those of lead-based perovskites. The primary challenges include the high crystallization rate of perovskite materials and the susceptibility of Sn^(2+) oxidation, which leads to rough morphology and unfavorable p-type self-doping. To address these issues, we introduced ethylhydrazine oxalate(EDO) at the perovskite interface, which effectively inhibits the oxidation of Sn^(2+) and simultaneously enhances the crystallinity of the perovskite. Consequently, the EDO-modified mixed tin-lead PSCs reached a power conversion efficiency(PCE) of 21.96% with high reproducibility. We further achieved a 27.58% efficient ATSCs by using EDO as interfacial passivator in the Sn-Pb PSCs.
文摘The structure-performance relationship of Cu/Al_(2)O_(3) catalysts in the hydrogenation of diethyl oxalate(DEO)for the synthesis of alcohol ether esters has been investigated by various characterization techniques including XRD,XPS,N2O titration,and 27Al MAS-NMR.The results showed that when the crystal configurations of Al_(2)O_(3) were the same,increasing the specific surface area could effectively refine the size of copper nanoparticles(Cu NPs),and ultimately improve the conversion of DEO.Meanwhile,the smaller size ofγ-Al_(2)O_(3)(HSAl and SBAl)loaded Cu NPs promotes the reaction towards the deep hydrogenation to produce ethanol(EtOH)and ethylene glycol(EG).Besides,the larger size of Cu NPs on the surface of amorphous Al_(2)O_(3)(HTAl and SolAl)resulted in a lower conversion rate,where ethyl glycolate(Egly)is the main product.Despite there are differences in Al^(3+)ionic coordination in Al_(2)O_(3) with different crystal structures,the experimental data showed that the differences in Al^(3+)ionic coordination did not significantly affect the catalytic performance in the hydrogenation reaction.The formation of alcohol-ether ester chemicals is critically dependent on the interactions between Cu sites and acidic sites.Among them,EG and EtOH were dehydrated to form 2-ethoxyethanol via the SN2 mechanism,while Egly and EtOH were reacted to form ethyl ethoxyacetate(EEA)via the SN2 mechanism.This study provides a theoretical basis for the optimization of the coal-based glycol processes to achieve a diversified product portfolio.
文摘Objective:Several therapeutic modalities for the prevention of calcium oxalate(CaOx)stones have been studied,but only a select few of these modalities have been incorporated into the American Urological Association guidelines.Our study aimed to organize and interrogate existing research that may be promising for CaOx prevention.Methods:A literature search was conducted using MEDLINE and Embase from inception to November 16,2022.Our study population included adults with or without a history of CaOx kidney stones.Studies in which patients were treated with pharmacotherapies,herbal supplements,or uncategorized research chemicals that are not included in the current American Urological Association guidelines for preventing CaOx stones were included.Nonoriginal research was excluded.Results:Out of the 6155 identified articles,38 were included in the final analysis.The five distinct categories of interventions for stone prevention were“medications”,“herbal supplements”,“food and macronutrients”,“micronutrients”,and“enzymes and probiotics”.Modalities that were found to reduce known urinary risk factors were tolvaptan,cranberry juice,magnesium citrate,oxalate-degrading enzyme ALLN-177,and malic acid.Prophylaxis that reduced stone formation were sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors,eicosapentaenoic acid,ethane-1-hydroxy-1,1-disphosphonate.Therapies that reduced urinary risk factors and stone formation were Phyllanthus niruri,rice bran,and magnesium hydroxide.Conclusion:Several of the identified therapies may provide prophylactic benefits for CaOx stone formation and may be useful for inclusion in guidelines for kidney stone prevention.
基金supported by USDA-SCRI(Grant Nos.2017-51181-26830 and 2023-51181-41321)USDA-AMS SCMP(Grant No.16SCCMAR0001)+1 种基金Arkansas Department of Agriculture SCBGP(Grant No.AM22SCBGPAR1130-00)USDA NIFA Hatch project(Grant Nos.ARK0VG2018 and ARK02440).
文摘Oxalate content in spinach is a key trait of interest due to its relevance to human health.Understanding the genetic basis of it can facilitate the development of spinach varieties with reduced oxalate levels.In pursuit of understanding the genetic determinants,a diverse panel comprising 288 spinach accessions underwent thorough phenotyping of oxalate content and were subjected to whole-genome resequencing,resulting in a comprehensive dataset encompassing 14386 single-nucleotide polymorphisms(SNPs).Leveraging this dataset,we conducted a genome-wide association study(GWAS)to identify noteworthy SNPs associated with oxalate content.Furthermore,we employed genomic prediction(GP)via cross-prediction,utilizing five GP models,to assess genomic estimated breeding values(GEBVs)for oxalate content.The observed normal distribution and the wide range of oxalate content,exceeding 600.0 mg$100 g^(-1),underscore the complex and quantitative nature of this trait,likely influenced by multiple genes.Additionally,our analysis revealed distinct stratification,delineating the population into four discernible subpopulations.Furthermore,GWAS analysis employing five models in GAPIT 3 and TASSEL 5 unveiled nine significant SNPs(four SNPs on chromosome 1 and five on chromosome 5)associated with oxalate content.These loci exhibited associations with six candidate genes,which might have potential contribution to oxalate content regulation.Remarkably,our GP models exhibited notable predictive abilities,yielding average accuracies of up to 0.51 for GEBV estimation.The integration of GWAS and GP approaches offers a holistic comprehension of the genetic underpinnings of oxalate content in spinach.These findings offered a promising avenue for the development of spinach cultivars and hybrids optimized for oxalate levels,promoting consumer health.
基金the financial support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.21962015)the Bingtuan Graduate Innovation Project 2024(No.BTYJXM-2024-K12)。
文摘The hydrogenation of dimethyl oxalate(DMO)to ethanol(Et OH)represents a promising avenue for syngas conversion and plays a pivotal role in advancing sustainable energy economies.Nevertheless,designing catalysts with high Et OH yields at low temperatures remains a significant challenge.This study introduces an efficient catalyst featuring a rich SiO_(2)-Ni_(3)Mo_(3)N interface,which achieved a remarkable 97.5%Et OH yield at 210°C and 2 MPa.Impressively,an Et OH yield of 95%was also obtained at 210°C and 1.5 MPa.The research demonstrates that the addition of SiO_(2)fosters the development of a rich SiO_(2)-Ni_(3)Mo_(3)N interface,which enhances the concentration of Lewis acid sites(L-acid)and Brønsted acids sites(B-acid)within the catalyst.This enhancement promotes the adsorption of raw material and intermediate products while increasing H_(2)adsorption,thereby boosting the catalyst's deep hydrogenation capacity.Density functional theory(DFT)simulations indicate that SiO2incorporation modifies the catalyst's metal d-band center through electron transfer,increasing its adsorption capability for raw materials and intermediates and facilitating Et OH production.Consequently,this study achieves high Et OH yields at low temperatures,advances the industrialization process of syngas to Et OH conversion,and offers novel insights into constructing highly active catalytic interfaces for DMO hydrogenation.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.U21A20310,22278164,22122805,22308112)the Science and Technology Program of Guangzhou,China(No.2023A04J0665)China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(No.2023M741214)。
文摘Crystallization process determines the quality of perovskite films and the performances of resultant perovskite solar cells(PSCs).Dimethylamine oxalate has been proven as a multifunctional modulator,and is explored as an efficient additive in manipulating the crystallization process of CsPbI_(3) perovskite films.On one hand,oxalate serves as the precipitator that facilitates the nucleation process of intermediate.The larger size of intermediate is conductive to the larger size and smaller grain boundaries of resultant perovskite.On the other hand,in subsequent annealing process,the phase conversion and growth process of transient perovskite can be decelerated due to the strong interactions of oxalate with both dimethylamine cation(DMA^(+))and Pb^(2+).Due to the optimized crystallization kinetics,the morphology and quality of CsPbI_(3) perovskite films are comprehensively improved with lower defect concentrations,and charge recombination loss is effectively suppressed.Benefiting from the optimized crystal quality of perovskite films,the carbon electrode-based CsPbI_(3) PSCs exhibit a champion efficiency of 18.48%.This represents one of the highest levels among all hole transport layer-free inorganic perovskite solar cells.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.:82070723,82270797)Nature Science Foundation of Hubei Province,China(Grant No.:2022CFC020).
文摘Oxalate is an organic dicarboxylic acid that is a common component of plant foods.The kidneys are essential organs for oxalate excretion,but excessive oxalates may induce kidney stones.Jupiter microtubule associated homolog 2(JPT2)is a critical molecule in Ca^(2+)mobilization,and its intrinsic mechanism in oxalate exposure and kidney stones remains unclear.This study aimed to reveal the mechanism of JPT2 in oxalate exposure and kidney stones.Genetic approaches were used to control JPT2 expression in cells and mice,and the JPT2 mechanism of action was analyzed using transcriptomics and untargeted metabolomics.The results showed that oxalate exposure triggered the upregulation of JPT2,which is involved in nicotinic acid adenine dinucleotide phosphate(NAADP)-mediated Ca^(2+)mobilization.Transcriptomic analysis revealed that cell adhesion and macrophage inflammatory polarization were inhibited by JPT2 knockdown,and these were dominated by phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase(PI3K)/AKT signaling,respectively.Untargeted metabolomics indicated that JPT2 knockdown inhibited the production of succinic acid semialdehyde(SSA)in macrophages.Furthermore,JPT2 deficiency in mice inhibited kidney stones mineralization.In conclusion,this study demonstrates that oxalate exposure facilitates kidney stones by promoting crystal-cell adhesion,and modulating macrophage metabolism and inflammatory polarization via JPT2/PI3K/AKT signaling.
文摘Limosilactobacillus reuteri is a microbe intricately linked to humans and animal health.A thorough assessment of its safety and potential benefits is imperative prior to its application in human and animals.In this investigation,we performed a comprehensive analysis encompassing genome sequencing,genomic analysis,and phenotypic characterization of L.reuteri Q35,an exceptionally proficient producer of reuterin.The whole genome sequencing results showed that the complete genome sequence spans 2145158 bp with a GC content of 38.9%and encompasses 2121 genes.Initial identification of antibiotic-resistant genes,virulence factors,and toxin-coding genes in the genome substantiated the strain’s low-risk status.Subsequent tests for antibiotic resistance,acute oral toxicology,and hemolysis further confirmed its elevated safety level.The genome of L.reuteri Q35 was found to contain genes associated with adhesion and stress tolerance.Following exposure to artificial gastric juice and bile salt,the strain exhibited a higher survival rate and demonstrated a strong scavenging ability for hydroxyl free radicals in antioxidant capacity tests.These findings suggested that L.reuteri Q35 possesses unique probiotic properties.Additionally,the genome of strain Q35 harbors three truncated oxaloyl-CoA decarboxylase genes(oxc1,oxc2 and oxc3),overexpression of which resulted in a significant increase in ammonium oxalate degradation from 29.5%to 48.8%.These findings highlight that L.reuteri Q35 exhibits both favorable safety characteristics alongside beneficial properties,making it a promising candidate for treating metabolic disorders such as hyperoxaluria.
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China (No.22102147 and 22002151)State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering (No.SKL-ChE-22A02)+2 种基金Zhejiang Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China under Grant No.LQ21B030009the Strategic Priority Research Program of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (No.XDA29050300)Qinchuang Yuan high-level innovation and entrepreneurship talents implementing project (No.QCYRCXM-2022-177)。
文摘Product selectivity and reaction pathway are highly dependent on surface structure of heterogeneous catalysts.For vapor-phase hydrogenation of dimethyl oxalate(DMO),"EG route"(DMO→methyl glycolate(MG)ethylene glycol(EG)→ethanol(ET))and"MA route"(DMO→MG→methyl acetate(MA))were proposed over traditional Cu based catalysts and Mo-based or Fe-based catalysts,respectively.Herein,tunable yield of ET(93.7%)and MA(72.1%)were obtained through different reaction routes over WO_(x) modified Cu/SiO_(2) catalysts,and the corresponding reaction route was further proved by kinetic study and in-situ DRIFTS technology.Mechanistic studies demonstrated that H_(2) activation ability,acid density and Cu-WO_(x) interaction on the catalysts were tuned by regulating the surface W density,which resulted in the different reaction pathway and product selectivity.What's more,high yield of MA produced from DMO hydrogenation was firstly reported with the H_(2) pressure as low as 0.5 MPa.
文摘BACKGROUND Acute kidney injury(AKI)due to interstitial nephritis is a known condition primarily attributed to various medications.While medication-induced interstitial nephritis is common,occurrences due to non-pharmacological factors are rare.This report presents a case of severe AKI triggered by intratubular oxalate crystal deposition,leading to interstitial nephritis.The aim is to outline the case and its management,emphasizing the significance of recognizing uncommon causes of interstitial nephritis.CASE SUMMARY A 71-year-old female presented with stroke-like symptoms,including weakness,speech difficulties,and cognitive impairment.Chronic hypertension had been managed with hydrochlorothiazide(HCTZ)for over two decades.Upon admis-sion,severe hypokalemia and AKI were noted,prompting discontinuation of HCTZ and initiation of prednisolone for acute interstitial nephritis.Further investigations,including kidney biopsy,confirmed severe acute interstitial nephritis with oxalate crystal deposits as the underlying cause.Despite treatment,initial renal function showed minimal improvement.However,with prednisolone therapy and supportive measures,her condition gradually improved,high-lighting the importance of comprehensive management.CONCLUSION This case underscores the importance of a thorough diagnostic approach in identifying and addressing uncommon causes of interstitial nephritis.The occurrence of interstitial nephritis due to oxalate crystal deposition,especially without typical risk factors,emphasizes the need for vigilance in clinical practice.
基金funded by the Key Projects of Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps(2022AB007)the Key Projects of innovation team of Xinjiang eighth division Construction Corps 2023TD04)Liaoning Innovation Capability Fund(2021-NLTS-12-02).
文摘The catalytic performance of different acidic catalysts for diethyl oxalate synthesis from the one-step transesterification of dimethyl oxalate and ethanol was evaluated.The effects of different factors(e.g.,acidity,electron accepting capacity,cations type and crystalline water)on the catalytic activity of acidic catalysts were investigated respectively.It was proposed and confirmed that the transesterification reaction catalyzed by a Lewis acid(FeCl3)and a Bronsted acid(H2SO4)follows a first-order kinetic reaction process.In addition,the Lewis acid-catalyzed transesterification processes with different ester structures were used to further explore and understand the speculated reaction mechanism.This work enriches the theoretical understanding of acid-catalyzed transesterification reactions and is of great significance for the development of highly active catalysts for diethyl oxalate synthesis,diminishing the industrial production cost of diethyl oxalate,and developing downstream bulk or high-value-added industrial products.
基金Project (IRT0974) supported by Program for Changjiang Scholars and Innovative Research Team in University,ChinaProject (50974098) supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China
文摘Lanthanum oxalate hydrate La2（C2O4）3·10H2O,the precursor of La2O3 ultrafine powders,was prepared by impinging stream reactor method with PEG 20000 as surfactant.Thermal decomposition of La2（C2O4）3·10H2O from room temperature to 900 °C was investigated and intermediates and final solid products were characterized by FTIR and DSC-TG.Results show that the thermal decomposition process consists of five consecutive stage reactions.Flynn-Wall-Ozawa（FWO） and Kissinger-Akahira-Sunose（KAS） methods were implemented for the calculation of energy of activation（E）,and the results show that E depends on α,demonstrating that the decomposition reaction process of the lanthanum oxalate is of a complex kinetic mechanism.The most probable mechanistic function,G（α）=[1-（1＋α）1/3]2,and the kinetic parameters were obtained by multivariate non-linear regression analysis method.The average E-value that is compatible with the kinetic model is close to value which was obtained by FWO and KAS methods.The fitting curve matches the original TG curve very well.
基金supported by Project funded by China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(No.2017M611533)
文摘Nanometer-size zero-valent iron(NZVI)is an efficient reducing agent,but its surface is easily passivated with an oxide layer,leading to reaction inefficiency.In our study,oxalate(OA)was introduced into this heterogeneous system of NZVI,which could form ferrioxalate complexes with the NZVI surface-bound Fe3+and dissolved Fe3+in the solution.Photolysis of ferrioxalate complexes can facilitate the generation of Fe2+from Fe3+and CO2·-radical,both species have strong reduction capacity.Hence,a"photo-oxalate-Fe(0)"system through sunlight induction was established,which not only prohibited the formation of a surface passivation layer,but also displayed a synergetic mechanism of ferrioxalate photolysis to enhance reduction,exhibiting remarkably higher degradation activity(several times faster)toward the model pollutant Cr(Ⅵ)than the mechanism with NZVI alone.Factor tests suggested that both NZVI dosage and OA content markedly affected the reduction rate.Low pH was beneficial to the reduction efficiency.Moreover,recyclability experiment showed that the reduction rate decreased from 0.21706 to 0.03977 min-1 after three cycles of reuse due to the NZVI losing reaction activity generally,but the system still maintained considerable reduction capacity.Finally,a mechanism was revealed whereby NZVI would transform to Fe oxides after the exhaustion of its reductive power,and the photolysis of ferrioxalate to promote the cycling of iron species played the predominant role in providing extra reduction ability.These features confirm that introduction of OA into Cr(Ⅵ)reduction by NZVI through sunlight induction is advantageous and promising.
基金This work was supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(20276050)Foundation for University Key Teacher by the Ministry of Educationthe Department of Science and Technology of Yunnan Province for the project on Technology Collaboration and Development in China.
文摘Diphenyl oxalate was synthesized from transesterification of dimethyl oxalate with phenol over TS-1 ( 2.5 wt% Ti ) catalyst. TS-1 catalyst, as a heterogeneous catalyst, showed excellent selectivity of diphenyl oxalate and methylphenyl oxalate compared with other homogeneous catalysts. Lewis acid sites on TS-1 catalyst were the active sites for transesterification of dimethyl oxalate with phenol. The high selectivity was closely related to the weak acid sites over TS-1.
文摘Hierarchical europium oxalate Eu2（C2O4）3.10H2O micro-particles were synthesized through a simple precipitation method at room temperature in present of trisodium citrate. The products were characterized by X-ray diffraction, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, field-emission scanning electron microscopy, and photoluminescence. The possible formation mechanism of the hierarchical europium oxalate Eu2（C2O4）3.10H2O micro-particles was discussed.
文摘Peroxyoxalate chemiluminescence was, for the first time, examined by using ternary mixed solutions of water-hydrophilic/hydrophobic organic solvent. Eosin Y as a model fluorescence compound was dissolved with the ternary solutions of water (1.0 mM carbonate buffer, pH 9.0)-acetonitrile-ethyl acetate, water-rich of 15:3:2 volume ratio and organic solvent-rich of 3:8:4 volume ratio, to which bis(2,4,6-trichlorophenyl) oxalate and hydrogen peroxide chemiluminescence reagent were added. The chemiluminescence observed with the ternary solutions, especially the organic solvent-rich solution, showed a larger signal than that observed with the water only solution or water-acetonitrile mixed solution. Chemiluminescence in the presence of twenty types of α-amino acid was similarly examined by using the ternary organic solvent-rich solution. The chemiluminescence of three α-amino acids with fluorescence properties was enhanced with the ternary solution. The data reported here may contribute to development of a new, sensitive peroxyoxalate chemiluminescence detection system.
文摘Methyl glycolate is a good solvent and can be used as feedstock for the synthesis of some important organic chemicals. Catalytic hydrogenation of dimethyl oxalate （DMO） over copper-silver catalyst supported on silica was studied. The Cu-Ag/SiO2 catalyst supported on silica sol was prepared by homogeneous deposition-precipitation of the mixture of aqueous euprammonia complex and silica sol. The proper active temperature of Cu-Ag/SiO2 catalyst for hydrogenation of DMO was 523-623 K. The most preferable reaction conditions for methyl glycolate （MG） were optimized： temperature at 468-478 K, 40-60 mesh catalyst diameter, H2/DMO ratio 40, and 1.0 h^-1 of LHSV.
文摘Cu/SiO2 catalysts prepared by a convenient and efficient method using the urea hydrolysis deposition-precipitation （UHDP） technique have been proposed focusing on the effect of copper loading.The texture,structure and composition are systematically characterized by ICP,FTIR,N 2-physisorption,N2O chemisorption,TPR,XRD and XPS.The formation of copper phyllosilicate is observed in Cu/SiO2 catalyst by adopting UHDP method,and the amount of copper phyllosilicate is related to copper loading.It is found the structure properties and catalytic performance is profoundly affected by the amount of copper phyllosilicate.The excellent catalytic activity is attributed to the synergetic effect between Cu0 and Cu ＋.DMO conversion and EG selectivity are determined by the amount of Cu0 and Cu＋,respectively.The proper copper loading （30 wt%） provides with the highest ratio of Cu ＋ /Cu0,giving rise to the highest EG yield of 95% under the reaction conditions of p=2.0 MPa,T=473 K,H2/DMO=80 and LHSV=1.0h-1.
文摘High purity Y_2O_3 nano-powders was synthesized directly from solution ofindustrial YCl_3 by method of oxalate precipitation through super-micro-reactors made by complexnon-ionic surfactant. The purity and diameter of Y_2O_3 particles were controlled by such processingparameters as concentration of YCl_3 and oxalic acid and complex non-ionic surfactant etc. TEMphotomicrographs show that Y_2O_3 particles are spherical in shape, with an average diameter of lessthan 30 nm. Test results certify that the purity and particle diameter as well as the dispersion ofY_2O_3 nano-powder depend on the concentrations of YCl_3, oxalic acid and complex non-ionicsurfactant. The optimum ranges of the concentrations for YCl_3 and complex non-ionic surfactant whenthe diameter of Y_2O_3 particles is smaller than 100 nm are 0.43 ～1.4 mol ? L^(-1) and0.031～0.112 mol·L^(-1) respectively, while the mass fraction range of oxalic acid is 10% ～18% .The purity of Y_2O_3 nano-powder tested by ICP-AES analysis is 99.99% .
文摘Silver-ceramics (Ag2MO2)(M=Co, Ni, or Cu) were prepared through thermal decompositionof coprecipitated oxalates. Pellets of these materials were annealed at 350℃ for different timeperiods up to 5 h. The effect of annealing time on the transport properties was studied. IR andX-ray spectra were also studied.
