Removing H_(2)S and CO_(2)is of great significance for natural gas purification.With excellent gas affinity and tunable structure,ionic liquids(ILs) have been regarded as nontrivial candidates for fabricating polymer-...Removing H_(2)S and CO_(2)is of great significance for natural gas purification.With excellent gas affinity and tunable structure,ionic liquids(ILs) have been regarded as nontrivial candidates for fabricating polymer-based membranes.Herein,we firstly reported the incorporation of protic ILs (PILs) having ether-rich and carboxylate sites (ECPILs) into poly(ether-block-amide)(Pebax) matrix for efficient separation H_(2)S and CO_(2)from CH_(4).Notably,the optimal permeability of H_(2)S reaches up to 4310 Barrer (40C,0.50 bar) in Pebax/ECPIL membranes,along with H_(2)S/CH_(4)and (H_(2)StCO_(2))/CH_(4)selectivity of 97.7 and 112.3,respectively.These values are increased by 1125%,160.8%and 145.9%compared to those in neat Pebax membrane.Additionally,the solubility and diffusion coefficients of the gases were measured,demonstrating that ECPIL can simultaneously strengthen the dissolution and diffusion of H_(2)S and CO_(2),thus elevating the permeability and permselectivity.By using quantum chemical calculations and FT-IR spectroscopy,the highly reversible multi-site hydrogen bonding interaction between ECPILs and H_(2)S was revealed,which is responsible for the fast permeation of H_(2)S and good selectivity.Furthermore,H_(2)S/CO_(2)/CH_(4)(3/3/94 mol/mol) ternary mixed gas can be efficiently and stably separated by Pebax/ECPIL membrane for at least 100 h.Overall,this work not only illustrates that PILs with ether-rich and carboxylate hydrogen bonding sites are outstanding materials for simultaneous removal of H_(2)S and CO_(2),but may also provide a novel insight into the design of membrane materials for natural gas upgrading.展开更多
Aqueous iron-ion batteries are regarded as one of the most promising candidates for grid applications owing to their low cost,high theoretical capacity,and excellent stability of iron in aqueous electrolytes.However,t...Aqueous iron-ion batteries are regarded as one of the most promising candidates for grid applications owing to their low cost,high theoretical capacity,and excellent stability of iron in aqueous electrolytes.However,the slow Fe(de)insertion caused by the high polarity of Fe^(2+)makes it difficult to match suitable cathode materials.Herein,defect-rich MoS_(2)with abundant 1T phase is synthesized and successfully applied in aqueous iron-ion batteries.Benefit from abundant active sites generated by the heteroatom incorporation and S vacancy,as well as the highly conductive 1T phase,it can deliver a specific capacity of 123 mAh/g at a current density of 100mA/g,and demonstrates an impressive capacity retention of 88%after 600 cycles at 200mA/g.This work presents a novel pathway for the advancement of cathode materials for aqueous iron-ion batteries.展开更多
The circumstellar envelopes(CSE) of asymptotic giant branch(AGB) stars are abundant in molecular emissions, offering valuable insights into the physical and chemical conditions of these evolving stars. In this paper, ...The circumstellar envelopes(CSE) of asymptotic giant branch(AGB) stars are abundant in molecular emissions, offering valuable insights into the physical and chemical conditions of these evolving stars. In this paper, we report observations of two molecules(CO and SO_(2)) toward four O-rich AGB stars using the James Clerk Maxwell Telescope(JCMT). We detected an unusual SO_(2) spectral feature comprising both broad and narrow components in IK Tau and AP Lyn. The broad line profiles may originate from thermal molecular emission, while the narrow profiles could come from other species(or masers) or astrophysical phenomena occurring within the CSEs of the AGB stars, such as episodic mass loss, bipolar outflows, or emissions associated with the complex physical processes near the central star. The narrow lines of SO_(2) may also arise from vibrationally excited emissions. Additionally, we observed the same U-line in both TX Cam and IK Tau, which may originate from the molecule N^(17)O. We analyzed the identified molecular lines using rotational diagrams to determine their excitation temperatures, column densities, and fractional abundances. This information aids in the constructing of reliable astrochemical models for a more detailed examination of the target stars. The narrow component of the SO_(2) line suggests unusual astrophysical phenomena, making IK Tau and AP Lyn particularly intriguing for further investigation to fully understand the physical processes at play in these sources.展开更多
FeS_(2)is a promising anode material for potassium-ion batteries(PIBs),with the advantages of low cost and high capacity.However,it still faces challenges of capacity fading and poor rate performance in potassium stor...FeS_(2)is a promising anode material for potassium-ion batteries(PIBs),with the advantages of low cost and high capacity.However,it still faces challenges of capacity fading and poor rate performance in potassium storage.Rational structural design is one way to overcome these drawbacks.In this work,MIL-88B-Fe-derived FeS_(2)nanoparticles/N-doped carbon nanofibers(M-FeS_(2)@CNFs)with expansion buffer capability are designed and synthesized for high-performance PIB anodes via electrospinning and subsequent sulfurization.The uniformly distributed cavity-type porous structure effectively mitigates the severe aggregation problem of FeS_(2)nanoparticles during cycling and buffers the volume change,further enhancing the potassium storage capacity.Meanwhile,the robust KF-rich solid electrolyte interphase induced by methyl trifluoroethylene carbonate(FEMC)additive improves the cycling stability of the M-FeS_(2)@CNF anode.In the electrolyte with 3 wt%FEMC,the M-FeS_(2)@CNF anode shows a reversible specific capacity of 592.7 mA h g^(-1)at 0.1 A g^(-1),an excellent rate capability of 327.1 mA h g^(-1)at 5 A g^(-1),and a retention rate 80.7%over 1000 cycles at 1 A g^(-1).More importantly,when assembled with a K_(1.84)Ni[Fe(CN)_(6)]_(0.88)·0.49H_(2)O cathode,the full battery manifests excellent cycle stability and high rate performance.This study demonstrates the significant importance of the synergistic effect of structural regulation and electrolyte optimization in achieving high cycling stability of PIBs.展开更多
Catalytic regeneration is a key approach to solving high energy consumption issues in the amine-based CO_(2)absorption method.Previous studies have shown that loaded acid sites(such as SO_(4)^(2-))are beneficial for p...Catalytic regeneration is a key approach to solving high energy consumption issues in the amine-based CO_(2)absorption method.Previous studies have shown that loaded acid sites(such as SO_(4)^(2-))are beneficial for promoting low-temperature CO_(2)-rich amine regeneration,but their weak binding strength to the support results in limited catalyst life.Herein,we proposed an advanced catalyst modification strategy to maintain the active hydroxyl group(Zr-OH-Fe)via actively transferring electrons on the surface of FeZrO_(x)nano-heterojunction.Combining in situ DRIFTS and DFT calculations,we revealed that the ZrOH-Fe at the ZrO_(2)-Fe_(2)O_(3)heterointerfaces exhibit enhanced proton-donating ability,with deprotonation energy reduced from 2.94 to 2.61 eV compared to Zr-OH(which should be called inert hydroxyl group).This improvement favors the rate-determining proton transfer step from RNH_(3)^(+)to RNHCOO^(-).Surprisingly,it increased the CO_(2)desorption rate by 10.5 times and reduced the energy consumption by 43.6%during amine regeneration.This work offers a practical strategy for improving the performance of lowtemperature CO_(2)-rich amine regeneration catalysts,and the low-cost recyclability of amine used in CO_(2)capture.展开更多
The development of efficient photocatalysts for selective organic transformations under visible light remains a major challenge in sustainable chemistry.In this study,we present a straightforward solvothermal strategy...The development of efficient photocatalysts for selective organic transformations under visible light remains a major challenge in sustainable chemistry.In this study,we present a straightforward solvothermal strategy for fabricating a defect-engineered ZrO_(2)/UiO-66-NH_(2)hybrid material with abundant oxygen vacancies,enabling the visible-light-driven oxidation of benzyl alcohol to benzaldehyde.By optimizing the solvothermal treatment duration,the composite(UiO-66-NH_(2)-2h)achieves a 74.1%conversion of benzyl alcohol with>99%selectivity toward benzaldehyde under mild conditions,substantially out-performing pristine UiO-66-NH_(2).Structural and mechanistic studies reveal that the solvothermal process induces the in situ formation of ultrasmall,uniformly dispersed ZrO_(2)nanoparticles(~2.3 nm)within the MOF matrix,while simultaneously generating abundant oxygen vacancies,as confirmed by XPS,EPR,and HRTEM analyses.The defect-mediated electronic structure of the ZrO_(2)/UiO-66-NH_(2)hybrid enhances visible-light absorption,facilitates charge carrier separation,and pro-motes efficient activation of O_(2)into superoxide radicals(·O_(2)^(−)),the primary reactive species.Transient photocurrent measure-ments and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy further verify the improved charge separation efficiency.The synergistic interplay between oxygen vacancies and the intimate ZrO_(2)/UiO-66-NH_(2)interface provides a unique defect-mediated charge transfer pathway,distinguishing this system from conventional heterojunctions.This study demonstrates a facile,one-step approach to integrate defect engineering with interfacial hybridization in MOF-based photocatalysts,off ering a scalable route for solar-driven organic synthesis.展开更多
Partridge tea(Mallotus oblongifolius Muell-Arg),an important and widely consumed substitute tea in Hainan,China,possessed multi-biological activities.This study investigated the composition and content of phenolics-ri...Partridge tea(Mallotus oblongifolius Muell-Arg),an important and widely consumed substitute tea in Hainan,China,possessed multi-biological activities.This study investigated the composition and content of phenolics-rich extracts purified from partridge tea,and then explored the effect of partridge tea polyphenol extract(PTE)on glucose and lipid metabolism disorders in type 2 diabetes mellitus(T2DM)mice.The results showed that the dominant components in PTE included rutin((63.78±1.86)mg/g),3-chlorogenic acid((85.81±3.48)mg/g),caffeic acid((152.78±2.93)mg/g),catechin((12.10±1.41)mg/g),gallic acid((5.24±0.12)mg/g),kaempferitrin,ellagic acid,ferulic acid,caffeic acid methylester,and geraniin.After 6 weeks of PTE intervention,glucose tolerance,insulin resistance,and pancreaticβ-cell function in T2DM mice had significantly improved.This improvement was corroborated by an increase in glucagon-like peptide-1(GLP-1)to homeostasis model assessment ofβ-cell function(HOMA-β),glycogen,insulin protein expression,and reduction in insulin levels,glycosylated serum protein(GSP),homeostasis model assessment-insulin resistance index(HOMA-IR),glucagon protein expression.The supplementation of PTE also seems to alleviate the inflammatory response,as evidenced by a decrease in endotoxin and inflammatory cytokine levels.Hyperglycemia-induced mitochondrial damage is alleviated by PTE intervention.Hematoxylin-eosin staining(H&E staining)and lipid profile analysis indicate that PTE intervention can help regulate lipid metabolism disorders.In addition,the integration of metabolomics and transcriptomic analysis indicates that PTE intervention could regulate glycolipid metabolism pathways related to T2DM,including insulin,AMPK,bile acid metabolism and glutathione metabolism signaling pathways.More importantly,the validation results from reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction(RT-PCR)confirmed that the expressions of Scd1,Fasn,Hmgcr,and Slc2a4(related to glycolipid metabolism)were consistent with the transcriptomics data.In conclusion,these results suggested that PTE may exhibit significant health promoting effects for T2DM mice.展开更多
How to achieve low energy consumption and high degradation efficiency(DRE)under mild conditions is an important issue in the field of sulfur hexafluoride(SF_(6))treatment.In this work,a new route of SF_(6)degradation ...How to achieve low energy consumption and high degradation efficiency(DRE)under mild conditions is an important issue in the field of sulfur hexafluoride(SF_(6))treatment.In this work,a new route of SF_(6)degradation promoted by Ni-doped ceria(NiO-CeO_(2))in a packed bed dielectric barrier discharge(PB-DBD)was proposed.The effects of Ni/Ce molar ratio,input power,SF_(6)concentration and flow rate on the DRE of SF_(6)were investigated.Compared with DBD or CeO_(2)-DBD alone,the combination of DBD and NiO-CeO_(2)can significantly promote the SF_(6)degradation at lower input power.The experimental results show that when the dosage of catalyst 1.5NiO-CeO_(2)(Ni/Ce mole ratio is 1.5%)is 5 g,DBD input power is 50 W and SF_(6)(1.5%SF_(6)/98.5%Ar)flow rate is 100 ml·min-1,the highest DRE can reach 97.7%and the energy yield can reach 11.5 g·(kW·h)-1.Adjusting the catalyst dosage according to the flux of SF_(6)(e.g.,using 10 g catalyst to degrade SF_(6)with a concentration of 1.5%and a flow rate of 80 ml·min-1),the DRE of nearly 99%can be achieved for a long time,which is crucial for industrial application.The mechanism deduction shows that the rich surface and mesopores of the catalyst are beneficial to the adsorption of SF_(6)and intermediates,while the doping of Ni can significantly increase the content of oxygen vacancies to improve the degradation.Meanwhile,when NiO-CeO_(2)is activated by DBD,the free O·can further promote the degradation.It is this coupling effect that leads to the high efficiency and low energy consumption of SF_(6)degradation under mild conditions.It can be expected that this coupling technology route will have a good application prospect in the field of SF_(6)treatment.展开更多
BACKGROUND Achievement of endoscopic healing(EH)is significant in the clinical practice of inflammatory bowel disease as it is correlated with improved prognosis.Existing biomarkers,including C-reactive protein(CRP),h...BACKGROUND Achievement of endoscopic healing(EH)is significant in the clinical practice of inflammatory bowel disease as it is correlated with improved prognosis.Existing biomarkers,including C-reactive protein(CRP),have relatively low accuracy for predicting EH,especially in small intestinal lesions in Crohn’s disease(CD);thus,noninvasive and more accurate biomarkers are required.Leucine-rich alpha-2 glycoprotein(LRG),a 50-kD protein,is produced under inflammatory conditions and has been reported to be useful in assessing disease activity in inflammatory bowel disease.However,the usefulness of LRG in small intestinal lesions in CD remains inconclusive.AIM To determine the usefulness of LRG for EH in small bowel lesions in CD and compare it with CRP.METHODS This study included 133 consecutive patients with CD who underwent balloonassisted enteroscopy between June 2021 and March 2024 at Shiga University of Medical Science Hospital(Otsu,Japan).We retrospectively analyzed endoscopic scores in each of the ileum and colon and four markers including LRG,CRP,albumin,and Harvey-Bradshaw index(HBI).Spearman’s rank correlation coefficient and receiver operating characteristic analysis were performed.RESULTS Either active ileal or colonic lesions exhibited significant differences in LRG,CRP,albumin,and HBI compared with EH.CRP,albumin,and HBI showed a worse correlation with endoscopic activity in the ileum than that in the colon;however,LRG did not show a worse correlation(colon,r=0.5218;ileum,r=0.5602).Receiver operating characteristic analysis revealed that LRG for EH in the ileum and colon had the same cutoff values of 12.4μg/mL.Comparing the areas under the curve of LRG and CRP for predicting EH in the ileum revealed a significantly higher areas under the curve of LRG(95%confidence interval,0.017-0.194;P=0.024),whereas the two showed no significant difference in the colon.CONCLUSION LRG is a useful biomarker in assessing the endoscopic activity of CD and is more useful than CRP in the small intestine.展开更多
The study by Ohno et al provides valuable insights into the role of leucine-rich alpha-2-glycoprotein(LRG)as a potential biomarker for identifying small bowel lesions in Crohn's disease(CD).However,several methodo...The study by Ohno et al provides valuable insights into the role of leucine-rich alpha-2-glycoprotein(LRG)as a potential biomarker for identifying small bowel lesions in Crohn's disease(CD).However,several methodological challenges hinder its immediate use in clinical practice.Notably,the current research was retrospective,lacks comparative studies with fecal calprotectin,and did not provide long-term predictive data.Further prospective studies are needed to improve the applicability of LRG.Moreover,integrating LRG with additional biomarkers and employing artificial intelligence techniques may improve its effectiveness in disease monitoring.Future research should address interobserver variability,assess LRG's cost-effectiveness,and standardize endoscopic healing definitions to ensure broader applicability.Advancing these areas is vital for establishing LRG's role in precision medicine strategies for the management of CD.展开更多
Sodium-ion batteries(SIBs)show promising potential in the field of electrochemical energy storage due to their cost-effectiveness and similar operational mechanisms to lithium-ion batteries(LIBs).However,the dramatic ...Sodium-ion batteries(SIBs)show promising potential in the field of electrochemical energy storage due to their cost-effectiveness and similar operational mechanisms to lithium-ion batteries(LIBs).However,the dramatic volume expansion of electrode materials and the slow reaction kinetics caused by the large sodium ion(Na^(+))radius hinder the practical application of SIBs,Here,we successfully prepared SnS_(2-x)Se_(x)nanodots embedded within N-doped carbon nanofibers(CNF)for use as electrode materials of SIBs,The introduction Se provided abundant anionic defect sites for Na+storage and enlarged the interlayer spacing of SnS_(2).In addition,the ultraifne nanodot structure reduces the volume expansion of SnS_(2-x)Se_(x)and shortens the ion transport path.As an anode of SIBs,SnS_(2-x)Se_(x)/CNF demonstrates remarkable reversible capacity(719 mAh g^(-1)at 0.5 A g^(-1)),along with rapid charging ability(completing a charge in just 127 s).Meanwhile,the assembled full-cell battery manifested exceptional energy density of 165.8 Wh kg^(-1)at a high-power output of 5526 W kg^(-1).This study presents an effective strategy for fabricating highperformance sulphide-based anode materials for SIBs,offering broad prospects for application.展开更多
Ni-rich cathodes(Ni≥70%)with high specific capacities emerge as promising candidates for long-range lithium-ion batteries(LIBs).Nevertheless,their practical application is severely limited by two unresolved challenge...Ni-rich cathodes(Ni≥70%)with high specific capacities emerge as promising candidates for long-range lithium-ion batteries(LIBs).Nevertheless,their practical application is severely limited by two unresolved challenges:structural degradation from uncontrolled Li/Ni mixing and interfacial instability exacerbated by air/electrolyte corrosion.Herein,we propose a dual-modulation strategy to synthesize a stable Ni-rich cathode via carboxylate-based metal-organic frameworks(MOFs)-derived precursors,whereby oxygen vacancies in the precursors induce controlled moderate Li/Ni mixing,while their enhanced specific-surface-area property enables dense amorphous Li_(2)CO_(3)encapsulation.The optimal Li/Ni mixing harnesses the Ni pillar effect to stabilize the structure of cathodes upon cycling.Additionally,amorphous Li_(2)CO_(3)coating serves not only as a thermodynamically stable and air-impermeable protective layer for the cathodes,but as a transformative precursor for an F-rich cathode electrolyte interphase(CEI)which enhances interfacial stability and electrochemical properties.This dual-modulated cathode delivers a high discharge capacity of 215.1 mA h g^(-1)at 0.1 C,retains 84.9% capacity after 200 cycles at 1 C in half cells,and achieves 96.0 mA h g^(-1)at 8 C in full-cell tests.Furthermore,we unravel the potential mechanism of Ni pillar effect from optimal Li/Ni mixing and track the evolution mechanism of Li_(2)CO_(3)coating into F-rich CEI.This work offers advanced perspectives for the controllable cation disordering engineering and rational design of surface residual lithium compounds in Ni-rich cathodes,thereby providing new guiding principles for protecting high-capacity cathodes in energy storage devices.展开更多
BACKGROUND Colorectal cancer(CRC)is a leading cause of cancer-related mortality worldwide,primarily due to tumor heterogeneity and treatment resistance.The leucine-rich repeat-containing protein 19(LRRC19)has been lin...BACKGROUND Colorectal cancer(CRC)is a leading cause of cancer-related mortality worldwide,primarily due to tumor heterogeneity and treatment resistance.The leucine-rich repeat-containing protein 19(LRRC19)has been linked to immune regulation and tumor suppression,yet its specific role in CRC remains poorly understood.AIM To investigate the tumor-suppressive role of LRRC19 in CRC,focusing on cell cycle,immune microenvironment,and chemotherapy response.METHODS Bioinformatics analyses of Gene Expression Omnibus and The Cancer Genome Atlas databases identified differentially expressed genes in CRC.LRRC19 exp-ression was validated in CRC tissues and cell lines by quantitative PCR,immuno-histochemistry,and Western blotting.Functional assays,including proliferation,soft agar colony formation,flow cytometry,and xenograft models,assessed biological effects.Mechanistic studies with dual-luciferase reporter assays,molecular docking,and drug sensitivity testing explored LRRC19’s interaction with the cyclin-dependent kinase 6(CDK6)/E2F1 axis and oxaliplatin(OXA)response.Single-cell sequencing and immune infiltration analyses assessed its impact on the immune microenvironment.RESULTS LRRC19 expression was significantly downregulated in CRC and associated with poor prognosis.Overexpression of LRRC19 inhibited CRC cell proliferation,induced G0/G1 phase arrest,and suppressed tumor growth in vivo.Mechanistically,LRRC19 suppressed CDK6 transcription by downregulating E2F1,leading to cell cycle arrest.Additionally,LRRC19 promoted immune cell infiltration,particularly B cells and CD4+T cells,while decreasing immunosuppressive cells.LRRC19 also sensitized CRC cells to OXA,enhancing chemotherapy efficacy.CONCLUSION LRRC19 suppresses CRC by targeting the CDK6/E2F1 axis,modulating the immune microenvironment,and enhancing chemotherapy sensitivity,making it a promising therapeutic target for precision medicine in CRC.展开更多
芝麻是八大类食物过敏原之一,快速准确识别芝麻过敏原对预防其过敏有重要意义。核酸适配体可以高效识别靶标过敏原,在过敏原检测中有良好的应用前景。为了获得芝麻主要过敏原Ses i 2的特异性核酸适体,本研究以Ses i 2为靶标,通过磁珠筛...芝麻是八大类食物过敏原之一,快速准确识别芝麻过敏原对预防其过敏有重要意义。核酸适配体可以高效识别靶标过敏原,在过敏原检测中有良好的应用前景。为了获得芝麻主要过敏原Ses i 2的特异性核酸适体,本研究以Ses i 2为靶标,通过磁珠筛选法(磁珠-SELEX)开展10轮筛选,经由高通量测序获得6条候补序列(S1~S6),并进行家族性、同源性分析及二级结构预测。结果表明,6条候选核酸适体的重复率可达46.38%,其自由能在-9.02到-2.47 kcal·moL^(-1)之间,根据自由能能量稳定原则,S1和S5吉布斯自由能最低最稳定,分别为-6.70和-9.02 kcal·moL^(-1)。利用ELISA试验进行亲和力测试,结果表明核酸适体S1和S2的亲和能力较强,S1:KD=67.02 nmol·L^(-1),R2=0.925 8,S2:KD=97.65 nmol·L^(-1),R2=0.795 1。核酸适体S1与过敏原Ses i 2的结合力和其他过敏原蛋白相比有显著差异,可视为具有特异性。本研究最终获得一条兼具良好亲和力和特异性的核酸适体S1,为芝麻过敏原快速检测提供了技术支撑。展开更多
基金sponsored by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Nos. 22308145, 22208140, 22178159, 22078145)Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province (BK20230791)Postgraduate Research Innovation Program of Jiangsu Province (KYCX24_0165)。
文摘Removing H_(2)S and CO_(2)is of great significance for natural gas purification.With excellent gas affinity and tunable structure,ionic liquids(ILs) have been regarded as nontrivial candidates for fabricating polymer-based membranes.Herein,we firstly reported the incorporation of protic ILs (PILs) having ether-rich and carboxylate sites (ECPILs) into poly(ether-block-amide)(Pebax) matrix for efficient separation H_(2)S and CO_(2)from CH_(4).Notably,the optimal permeability of H_(2)S reaches up to 4310 Barrer (40C,0.50 bar) in Pebax/ECPIL membranes,along with H_(2)S/CH_(4)and (H_(2)StCO_(2))/CH_(4)selectivity of 97.7 and 112.3,respectively.These values are increased by 1125%,160.8%and 145.9%compared to those in neat Pebax membrane.Additionally,the solubility and diffusion coefficients of the gases were measured,demonstrating that ECPIL can simultaneously strengthen the dissolution and diffusion of H_(2)S and CO_(2),thus elevating the permeability and permselectivity.By using quantum chemical calculations and FT-IR spectroscopy,the highly reversible multi-site hydrogen bonding interaction between ECPILs and H_(2)S was revealed,which is responsible for the fast permeation of H_(2)S and good selectivity.Furthermore,H_(2)S/CO_(2)/CH_(4)(3/3/94 mol/mol) ternary mixed gas can be efficiently and stably separated by Pebax/ECPIL membrane for at least 100 h.Overall,this work not only illustrates that PILs with ether-rich and carboxylate hydrogen bonding sites are outstanding materials for simultaneous removal of H_(2)S and CO_(2),but may also provide a novel insight into the design of membrane materials for natural gas upgrading.
基金supported by Shenzhen Fundamental Research Program(No.GXWD20201231165807007-20200802205241003).
文摘Aqueous iron-ion batteries are regarded as one of the most promising candidates for grid applications owing to their low cost,high theoretical capacity,and excellent stability of iron in aqueous electrolytes.However,the slow Fe(de)insertion caused by the high polarity of Fe^(2+)makes it difficult to match suitable cathode materials.Herein,defect-rich MoS_(2)with abundant 1T phase is synthesized and successfully applied in aqueous iron-ion batteries.Benefit from abundant active sites generated by the heteroatom incorporation and S vacancy,as well as the highly conductive 1T phase,it can deliver a specific capacity of 123 mAh/g at a current density of 100mA/g,and demonstrates an impressive capacity retention of 88%after 600 cycles at 200mA/g.This work presents a novel pathway for the advancement of cathode materials for aqueous iron-ion batteries.
基金support from the Natural Science Foundation of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, China (Grant No. 2024D01E37)the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant No. 12473025)+5 种基金supported by grant number ST/T000198/1 from the STFCthe sponsored by Natural Science Foundation of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, China (Grant No. 2022D01B221)the Xinjiang Tianchi Talent Project (2019)The James Clerk Maxwell Telescope is operated by the East Asian Observatory on behalf of the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan, Academia Sinica Institute of Astronomy and Astrophysics, the Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute, the National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand, Center for Astronomical Mega-Science as well as the National Key Research and Development Program of China (Grant No. 2017YFA0402700)support is provided by the Science and Technology Facilities Council of the United Kingdom and participating universities and organizations in the United Kingdom and Canadasupported by the JCMT M22BP013 project。
文摘The circumstellar envelopes(CSE) of asymptotic giant branch(AGB) stars are abundant in molecular emissions, offering valuable insights into the physical and chemical conditions of these evolving stars. In this paper, we report observations of two molecules(CO and SO_(2)) toward four O-rich AGB stars using the James Clerk Maxwell Telescope(JCMT). We detected an unusual SO_(2) spectral feature comprising both broad and narrow components in IK Tau and AP Lyn. The broad line profiles may originate from thermal molecular emission, while the narrow profiles could come from other species(or masers) or astrophysical phenomena occurring within the CSEs of the AGB stars, such as episodic mass loss, bipolar outflows, or emissions associated with the complex physical processes near the central star. The narrow lines of SO_(2) may also arise from vibrationally excited emissions. Additionally, we observed the same U-line in both TX Cam and IK Tau, which may originate from the molecule N^(17)O. We analyzed the identified molecular lines using rotational diagrams to determine their excitation temperatures, column densities, and fractional abundances. This information aids in the constructing of reliable astrochemical models for a more detailed examination of the target stars. The narrow component of the SO_(2) line suggests unusual astrophysical phenomena, making IK Tau and AP Lyn particularly intriguing for further investigation to fully understand the physical processes at play in these sources.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(22179063,22479078,and 22409093)the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province of China(BK20240579)。
文摘FeS_(2)is a promising anode material for potassium-ion batteries(PIBs),with the advantages of low cost and high capacity.However,it still faces challenges of capacity fading and poor rate performance in potassium storage.Rational structural design is one way to overcome these drawbacks.In this work,MIL-88B-Fe-derived FeS_(2)nanoparticles/N-doped carbon nanofibers(M-FeS_(2)@CNFs)with expansion buffer capability are designed and synthesized for high-performance PIB anodes via electrospinning and subsequent sulfurization.The uniformly distributed cavity-type porous structure effectively mitigates the severe aggregation problem of FeS_(2)nanoparticles during cycling and buffers the volume change,further enhancing the potassium storage capacity.Meanwhile,the robust KF-rich solid electrolyte interphase induced by methyl trifluoroethylene carbonate(FEMC)additive improves the cycling stability of the M-FeS_(2)@CNF anode.In the electrolyte with 3 wt%FEMC,the M-FeS_(2)@CNF anode shows a reversible specific capacity of 592.7 mA h g^(-1)at 0.1 A g^(-1),an excellent rate capability of 327.1 mA h g^(-1)at 5 A g^(-1),and a retention rate 80.7%over 1000 cycles at 1 A g^(-1).More importantly,when assembled with a K_(1.84)Ni[Fe(CN)_(6)]_(0.88)·0.49H_(2)O cathode,the full battery manifests excellent cycle stability and high rate performance.This study demonstrates the significant importance of the synergistic effect of structural regulation and electrolyte optimization in achieving high cycling stability of PIBs.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52222005,52100133)the Key R&D Program of Yunnan Province(202303AC100008)。
文摘Catalytic regeneration is a key approach to solving high energy consumption issues in the amine-based CO_(2)absorption method.Previous studies have shown that loaded acid sites(such as SO_(4)^(2-))are beneficial for promoting low-temperature CO_(2)-rich amine regeneration,but their weak binding strength to the support results in limited catalyst life.Herein,we proposed an advanced catalyst modification strategy to maintain the active hydroxyl group(Zr-OH-Fe)via actively transferring electrons on the surface of FeZrO_(x)nano-heterojunction.Combining in situ DRIFTS and DFT calculations,we revealed that the ZrOH-Fe at the ZrO_(2)-Fe_(2)O_(3)heterointerfaces exhibit enhanced proton-donating ability,with deprotonation energy reduced from 2.94 to 2.61 eV compared to Zr-OH(which should be called inert hydroxyl group).This improvement favors the rate-determining proton transfer step from RNH_(3)^(+)to RNHCOO^(-).Surprisingly,it increased the CO_(2)desorption rate by 10.5 times and reduced the energy consumption by 43.6%during amine regeneration.This work offers a practical strategy for improving the performance of lowtemperature CO_(2)-rich amine regeneration catalysts,and the low-cost recyclability of amine used in CO_(2)capture.
基金the National Natural Sci-ence Foundation of China(Nos.22271038,22378038,22172012)C.P.thanks Dalian Science and Technology Innovation Fund(No.2024JJ12CG033)+1 种基金C.P.and Z.S thank State Key Laboratory of Heavy Oil Processing(Nos.WX20230149,SKLHOP202402005)Y.-Y.L.thanks the Guangxi Key Laboratory of Information Materials,Guilin University of Electronic Technology(No.231019-K).
文摘The development of efficient photocatalysts for selective organic transformations under visible light remains a major challenge in sustainable chemistry.In this study,we present a straightforward solvothermal strategy for fabricating a defect-engineered ZrO_(2)/UiO-66-NH_(2)hybrid material with abundant oxygen vacancies,enabling the visible-light-driven oxidation of benzyl alcohol to benzaldehyde.By optimizing the solvothermal treatment duration,the composite(UiO-66-NH_(2)-2h)achieves a 74.1%conversion of benzyl alcohol with>99%selectivity toward benzaldehyde under mild conditions,substantially out-performing pristine UiO-66-NH_(2).Structural and mechanistic studies reveal that the solvothermal process induces the in situ formation of ultrasmall,uniformly dispersed ZrO_(2)nanoparticles(~2.3 nm)within the MOF matrix,while simultaneously generating abundant oxygen vacancies,as confirmed by XPS,EPR,and HRTEM analyses.The defect-mediated electronic structure of the ZrO_(2)/UiO-66-NH_(2)hybrid enhances visible-light absorption,facilitates charge carrier separation,and pro-motes efficient activation of O_(2)into superoxide radicals(·O_(2)^(−)),the primary reactive species.Transient photocurrent measure-ments and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy further verify the improved charge separation efficiency.The synergistic interplay between oxygen vacancies and the intimate ZrO_(2)/UiO-66-NH_(2)interface provides a unique defect-mediated charge transfer pathway,distinguishing this system from conventional heterojunctions.This study demonstrates a facile,one-step approach to integrate defect engineering with interfacial hybridization in MOF-based photocatalysts,off ering a scalable route for solar-driven organic synthesis.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(32201991 and 32360109)the Hainan Province Science and Technology Special Fund,China(ZDYF2022SHFZ052)the Collaborative Innovation Center Project of Hainan University,China(XTCX2022NYC19).
文摘Partridge tea(Mallotus oblongifolius Muell-Arg),an important and widely consumed substitute tea in Hainan,China,possessed multi-biological activities.This study investigated the composition and content of phenolics-rich extracts purified from partridge tea,and then explored the effect of partridge tea polyphenol extract(PTE)on glucose and lipid metabolism disorders in type 2 diabetes mellitus(T2DM)mice.The results showed that the dominant components in PTE included rutin((63.78±1.86)mg/g),3-chlorogenic acid((85.81±3.48)mg/g),caffeic acid((152.78±2.93)mg/g),catechin((12.10±1.41)mg/g),gallic acid((5.24±0.12)mg/g),kaempferitrin,ellagic acid,ferulic acid,caffeic acid methylester,and geraniin.After 6 weeks of PTE intervention,glucose tolerance,insulin resistance,and pancreaticβ-cell function in T2DM mice had significantly improved.This improvement was corroborated by an increase in glucagon-like peptide-1(GLP-1)to homeostasis model assessment ofβ-cell function(HOMA-β),glycogen,insulin protein expression,and reduction in insulin levels,glycosylated serum protein(GSP),homeostasis model assessment-insulin resistance index(HOMA-IR),glucagon protein expression.The supplementation of PTE also seems to alleviate the inflammatory response,as evidenced by a decrease in endotoxin and inflammatory cytokine levels.Hyperglycemia-induced mitochondrial damage is alleviated by PTE intervention.Hematoxylin-eosin staining(H&E staining)and lipid profile analysis indicate that PTE intervention can help regulate lipid metabolism disorders.In addition,the integration of metabolomics and transcriptomic analysis indicates that PTE intervention could regulate glycolipid metabolism pathways related to T2DM,including insulin,AMPK,bile acid metabolism and glutathione metabolism signaling pathways.More importantly,the validation results from reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction(RT-PCR)confirmed that the expressions of Scd1,Fasn,Hmgcr,and Slc2a4(related to glycolipid metabolism)were consistent with the transcriptomics data.In conclusion,these results suggested that PTE may exhibit significant health promoting effects for T2DM mice.
基金financial support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(U23A20105).
文摘How to achieve low energy consumption and high degradation efficiency(DRE)under mild conditions is an important issue in the field of sulfur hexafluoride(SF_(6))treatment.In this work,a new route of SF_(6)degradation promoted by Ni-doped ceria(NiO-CeO_(2))in a packed bed dielectric barrier discharge(PB-DBD)was proposed.The effects of Ni/Ce molar ratio,input power,SF_(6)concentration and flow rate on the DRE of SF_(6)were investigated.Compared with DBD or CeO_(2)-DBD alone,the combination of DBD and NiO-CeO_(2)can significantly promote the SF_(6)degradation at lower input power.The experimental results show that when the dosage of catalyst 1.5NiO-CeO_(2)(Ni/Ce mole ratio is 1.5%)is 5 g,DBD input power is 50 W and SF_(6)(1.5%SF_(6)/98.5%Ar)flow rate is 100 ml·min-1,the highest DRE can reach 97.7%and the energy yield can reach 11.5 g·(kW·h)-1.Adjusting the catalyst dosage according to the flux of SF_(6)(e.g.,using 10 g catalyst to degrade SF_(6)with a concentration of 1.5%and a flow rate of 80 ml·min-1),the DRE of nearly 99%can be achieved for a long time,which is crucial for industrial application.The mechanism deduction shows that the rich surface and mesopores of the catalyst are beneficial to the adsorption of SF_(6)and intermediates,while the doping of Ni can significantly increase the content of oxygen vacancies to improve the degradation.Meanwhile,when NiO-CeO_(2)is activated by DBD,the free O·can further promote the degradation.It is this coupling effect that leads to the high efficiency and low energy consumption of SF_(6)degradation under mild conditions.It can be expected that this coupling technology route will have a good application prospect in the field of SF_(6)treatment.
基金Supported by the Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research from the Ministry of Education,Culture,Sports,Science,and Technology of Japan,No.21K15947 and No.23K07435.
文摘BACKGROUND Achievement of endoscopic healing(EH)is significant in the clinical practice of inflammatory bowel disease as it is correlated with improved prognosis.Existing biomarkers,including C-reactive protein(CRP),have relatively low accuracy for predicting EH,especially in small intestinal lesions in Crohn’s disease(CD);thus,noninvasive and more accurate biomarkers are required.Leucine-rich alpha-2 glycoprotein(LRG),a 50-kD protein,is produced under inflammatory conditions and has been reported to be useful in assessing disease activity in inflammatory bowel disease.However,the usefulness of LRG in small intestinal lesions in CD remains inconclusive.AIM To determine the usefulness of LRG for EH in small bowel lesions in CD and compare it with CRP.METHODS This study included 133 consecutive patients with CD who underwent balloonassisted enteroscopy between June 2021 and March 2024 at Shiga University of Medical Science Hospital(Otsu,Japan).We retrospectively analyzed endoscopic scores in each of the ileum and colon and four markers including LRG,CRP,albumin,and Harvey-Bradshaw index(HBI).Spearman’s rank correlation coefficient and receiver operating characteristic analysis were performed.RESULTS Either active ileal or colonic lesions exhibited significant differences in LRG,CRP,albumin,and HBI compared with EH.CRP,albumin,and HBI showed a worse correlation with endoscopic activity in the ileum than that in the colon;however,LRG did not show a worse correlation(colon,r=0.5218;ileum,r=0.5602).Receiver operating characteristic analysis revealed that LRG for EH in the ileum and colon had the same cutoff values of 12.4μg/mL.Comparing the areas under the curve of LRG and CRP for predicting EH in the ileum revealed a significantly higher areas under the curve of LRG(95%confidence interval,0.017-0.194;P=0.024),whereas the two showed no significant difference in the colon.CONCLUSION LRG is a useful biomarker in assessing the endoscopic activity of CD and is more useful than CRP in the small intestine.
文摘The study by Ohno et al provides valuable insights into the role of leucine-rich alpha-2-glycoprotein(LRG)as a potential biomarker for identifying small bowel lesions in Crohn's disease(CD).However,several methodological challenges hinder its immediate use in clinical practice.Notably,the current research was retrospective,lacks comparative studies with fecal calprotectin,and did not provide long-term predictive data.Further prospective studies are needed to improve the applicability of LRG.Moreover,integrating LRG with additional biomarkers and employing artificial intelligence techniques may improve its effectiveness in disease monitoring.Future research should address interobserver variability,assess LRG's cost-effectiveness,and standardize endoscopic healing definitions to ensure broader applicability.Advancing these areas is vital for establishing LRG's role in precision medicine strategies for the management of CD.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(22278348)Natural Science Foundation of Xinjiang Autonomous Region(2022D01D05)+1 种基金National guidance for local projects of Xinjiang Autonomous Region(ZYYD2025JD09)Tianshan Leading technology talents Program of Xinjiang Autonomous Region。
文摘Sodium-ion batteries(SIBs)show promising potential in the field of electrochemical energy storage due to their cost-effectiveness and similar operational mechanisms to lithium-ion batteries(LIBs).However,the dramatic volume expansion of electrode materials and the slow reaction kinetics caused by the large sodium ion(Na^(+))radius hinder the practical application of SIBs,Here,we successfully prepared SnS_(2-x)Se_(x)nanodots embedded within N-doped carbon nanofibers(CNF)for use as electrode materials of SIBs,The introduction Se provided abundant anionic defect sites for Na+storage and enlarged the interlayer spacing of SnS_(2).In addition,the ultraifne nanodot structure reduces the volume expansion of SnS_(2-x)Se_(x)and shortens the ion transport path.As an anode of SIBs,SnS_(2-x)Se_(x)/CNF demonstrates remarkable reversible capacity(719 mAh g^(-1)at 0.5 A g^(-1)),along with rapid charging ability(completing a charge in just 127 s).Meanwhile,the assembled full-cell battery manifested exceptional energy density of 165.8 Wh kg^(-1)at a high-power output of 5526 W kg^(-1).This study presents an effective strategy for fabricating highperformance sulphide-based anode materials for SIBs,offering broad prospects for application.
基金the financial support from the Special Funds for the Cultivation of Guangdong College Students’Scientific and Technological Innovation(“Climbing Program”Special Funds,pdjh2024a109)。
文摘Ni-rich cathodes(Ni≥70%)with high specific capacities emerge as promising candidates for long-range lithium-ion batteries(LIBs).Nevertheless,their practical application is severely limited by two unresolved challenges:structural degradation from uncontrolled Li/Ni mixing and interfacial instability exacerbated by air/electrolyte corrosion.Herein,we propose a dual-modulation strategy to synthesize a stable Ni-rich cathode via carboxylate-based metal-organic frameworks(MOFs)-derived precursors,whereby oxygen vacancies in the precursors induce controlled moderate Li/Ni mixing,while their enhanced specific-surface-area property enables dense amorphous Li_(2)CO_(3)encapsulation.The optimal Li/Ni mixing harnesses the Ni pillar effect to stabilize the structure of cathodes upon cycling.Additionally,amorphous Li_(2)CO_(3)coating serves not only as a thermodynamically stable and air-impermeable protective layer for the cathodes,but as a transformative precursor for an F-rich cathode electrolyte interphase(CEI)which enhances interfacial stability and electrochemical properties.This dual-modulated cathode delivers a high discharge capacity of 215.1 mA h g^(-1)at 0.1 C,retains 84.9% capacity after 200 cycles at 1 C in half cells,and achieves 96.0 mA h g^(-1)at 8 C in full-cell tests.Furthermore,we unravel the potential mechanism of Ni pillar effect from optimal Li/Ni mixing and track the evolution mechanism of Li_(2)CO_(3)coating into F-rich CEI.This work offers advanced perspectives for the controllable cation disordering engineering and rational design of surface residual lithium compounds in Ni-rich cathodes,thereby providing new guiding principles for protecting high-capacity cathodes in energy storage devices.
基金Supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Zhejiang Province,No.LY22H160005。
文摘BACKGROUND Colorectal cancer(CRC)is a leading cause of cancer-related mortality worldwide,primarily due to tumor heterogeneity and treatment resistance.The leucine-rich repeat-containing protein 19(LRRC19)has been linked to immune regulation and tumor suppression,yet its specific role in CRC remains poorly understood.AIM To investigate the tumor-suppressive role of LRRC19 in CRC,focusing on cell cycle,immune microenvironment,and chemotherapy response.METHODS Bioinformatics analyses of Gene Expression Omnibus and The Cancer Genome Atlas databases identified differentially expressed genes in CRC.LRRC19 exp-ression was validated in CRC tissues and cell lines by quantitative PCR,immuno-histochemistry,and Western blotting.Functional assays,including proliferation,soft agar colony formation,flow cytometry,and xenograft models,assessed biological effects.Mechanistic studies with dual-luciferase reporter assays,molecular docking,and drug sensitivity testing explored LRRC19’s interaction with the cyclin-dependent kinase 6(CDK6)/E2F1 axis and oxaliplatin(OXA)response.Single-cell sequencing and immune infiltration analyses assessed its impact on the immune microenvironment.RESULTS LRRC19 expression was significantly downregulated in CRC and associated with poor prognosis.Overexpression of LRRC19 inhibited CRC cell proliferation,induced G0/G1 phase arrest,and suppressed tumor growth in vivo.Mechanistically,LRRC19 suppressed CDK6 transcription by downregulating E2F1,leading to cell cycle arrest.Additionally,LRRC19 promoted immune cell infiltration,particularly B cells and CD4+T cells,while decreasing immunosuppressive cells.LRRC19 also sensitized CRC cells to OXA,enhancing chemotherapy efficacy.CONCLUSION LRRC19 suppresses CRC by targeting the CDK6/E2F1 axis,modulating the immune microenvironment,and enhancing chemotherapy sensitivity,making it a promising therapeutic target for precision medicine in CRC.
文摘芝麻是八大类食物过敏原之一,快速准确识别芝麻过敏原对预防其过敏有重要意义。核酸适配体可以高效识别靶标过敏原,在过敏原检测中有良好的应用前景。为了获得芝麻主要过敏原Ses i 2的特异性核酸适体,本研究以Ses i 2为靶标,通过磁珠筛选法(磁珠-SELEX)开展10轮筛选,经由高通量测序获得6条候补序列(S1~S6),并进行家族性、同源性分析及二级结构预测。结果表明,6条候选核酸适体的重复率可达46.38%,其自由能在-9.02到-2.47 kcal·moL^(-1)之间,根据自由能能量稳定原则,S1和S5吉布斯自由能最低最稳定,分别为-6.70和-9.02 kcal·moL^(-1)。利用ELISA试验进行亲和力测试,结果表明核酸适体S1和S2的亲和能力较强,S1:KD=67.02 nmol·L^(-1),R2=0.925 8,S2:KD=97.65 nmol·L^(-1),R2=0.795 1。核酸适体S1与过敏原Ses i 2的结合力和其他过敏原蛋白相比有显著差异,可视为具有特异性。本研究最终获得一条兼具良好亲和力和特异性的核酸适体S1,为芝麻过敏原快速检测提供了技术支撑。
