[Objective]The aim was to explore the active compound of Morus alba leaves with the analysis of active components of hexane extractives of M.alba leaves.[Method]Antibacterial assays of hexane extractives of M.alba lea...[Objective]The aim was to explore the active compound of Morus alba leaves with the analysis of active components of hexane extractives of M.alba leaves.[Method]Antibacterial assays of hexane extractives of M.alba leaves were done and the volatile components of hexane extractives of M.alba leaves with the strongest antibacterial activity were analyzed by gas chromatography-mass spectrometry（GC-MS）.[Result]The results of inhibitory effect of hexane extractives of M.alba leaves on Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli showed that hexane extractives of M.alba leaves collected in June,July and August had antibacterial activity against S.aureus and had no antibacterial effect against E.coli.Furthermore,hexane extractives of M.alba leaves collected in June had the strongest antibacterial activity against S.aureus（inhibition diameter 10.95 mm）.The hexane extractives of M.alba leaves collected in June was analyzed by GC-MS,the main volatile components were tetradecane（16.76%）,dodecane（13.20%）,diisobutyl phthalate（10.26%）,decane（9.10%）,hexadecane（8.71%）,linolenyl alcohol（7.25%）,octadecane（5.88%）,eicosane（3.26%）,dibutyl phthalate（2.59%）.[Conclusion]Linolenyl alcohol was the potential antibacterial compound.展开更多
The chemical components of dichloromethane extractives for Sawara Falsecypress heartwood were analyzed with GC/MS except for basic chemical composition analysis for heartwood with Chinese standard method. 14 kinds of ...The chemical components of dichloromethane extractives for Sawara Falsecypress heartwood were analyzed with GC/MS except for basic chemical composition analysis for heartwood with Chinese standard method. 14 kinds of compounds were idenfifjed according to the computer compounds library data. The major compounds in dichloromethane extractives comprised of terpene and naphthalene derivafives. The experiments of antifungal effects of the dichloromethane extractive on Aspergillus niger were also carded out. The result showed that the dichloromethane extractive from Sawara Falsecypress has no or weak antifungal capability.展开更多
Chemical components of methylbenzene/ethanol extractives of Eucalyptus grandis were identified by GC/MS and different methylbenzene/ethanol solutions （9/1, 4/1, 2/1, 1/1, 1/2） were used to describe their distinction...Chemical components of methylbenzene/ethanol extractives of Eucalyptus grandis were identified by GC/MS and different methylbenzene/ethanol solutions （9/1, 4/1, 2/1, 1/1, 1/2） were used to describe their distinctions. The distributions of micro particles in each extractive were studied simultaneously. The results show that there were significant differences between the various extrac- tives, although the extractives were essentially the same, i.e., alcohols, alkanes, esters and acids. With the increase of ethanol compo- sition in the solutions, the total amount of extractives increased; in solvent with higher amounts of ethanol, some acidic structures or acids, such as glutaric acid, could be seen. An investigation of micro particles indicated that the distribution of particle size of each sample did not change greatly between the solutions. A slight decrease in size was seen with the reduction in the amount of methylbenzene.展开更多
The isolated hydrophilic black alder(Alnus glutinosa)bark extractives were characterized in terms of component and functional composition and converted at 150℃-170℃ into liquid green polyols using solvent-free and l...The isolated hydrophilic black alder(Alnus glutinosa)bark extractives were characterized in terms of component and functional composition and converted at 150℃-170℃ into liquid green polyols using solvent-free and lowtoxic base-catalyzed modification with propylene carbonate(PC).FTIR spectroscopy,HP-LC,GC,GPC,and wet chemistry methods were used to characterize the starting constituents,intermediate and final products of the reaction and to monitor the different pathways of PC conversion.The reaction of extractives as well as the model compounds,including catechol,xylose,PEG 400,and benzoic acid,with PC indicated the ability of OH groups of different origins present in the extractives to condense with equivalent amounts of PC.The polyols obtained consist of a copolymer fraction with one oxypropyl unit grafted per OH functionality of extractive components on average and oligo oxypropyl diols with a small number of carbonate linkages in the chain,obtained as a result of remaining PC homopolymerization.The domination of the oxypropylation mechanism vs.transcarbonation for PC ring opening was observed for both copolymerization and homopolymerization processes,making the process of oxypropylation with PC similar to that of conventional oxypropylation.At optimal reaction conditions,including a PC/OH ratio of 3.0 and a 24-h duration at 150°C,uniform polyols with low viscosity of~900 mPa·s^(-1),a biomass content of~27%,and an OHV of~500 mg KOH·g^(-1) were obtained.Increasing the temperature of modification allows shortening the process but drastically increases the polyol viscosity.At fixed temperature values,increasing the PC/OH ratio not only decreases the biomass content but also strongly prolongs the processing.The significantly increased duration of the process using PC as an alternative oxyalkylation agent compared to that of oxyalkylation with propylene oxide is a reasonable trade-off for using a safer and more environmentally friendly technology.展开更多
The chemical compositions of the dichloromethane extracts of inner and outer barks from six Pinus species（P.elliotii,P.oocarpa,P.caribeae,P.merkusii,P.montezumae,and P.insularis） grown in Indonesia were investigated...The chemical compositions of the dichloromethane extracts of inner and outer barks from six Pinus species（P.elliotii,P.oocarpa,P.caribeae,P.merkusii,P.montezumae,and P.insularis） grown in Indonesia were investigated by GC and GC–MS.Generally,the amounts of extractive contents were higher in the inner bark than in the outer bark except for P.merksuii.Fatty acids,monoterpenes,sesquiterpenes,resin acids,triterpenoids,and steroids were detected and quantified.Inner and outer barks differed not only in content of these compounds but also in their composition.Fatty acids and alcohols were the major classes of lipophilic compounds in the outer bark of P.caribeae, P.insularis,and P.montezumae.Steroids and triterpenoids were the dominant compounds identified in the inner bark of P.elliotii,P.insularis,and P.merkusii.Resin acids were the most abundant group in the inner bark of P.oocarpa whereas monoterpenes and sesquiterpenes were recorded in minor quantities in both bark layers of all species.展开更多
In order to promote convenient strategies for the utilization of wood wastes from aucoumea klaineana pierre(okoume)timber industry,various chemical analysis were carried out on samples from different origins.Total ext...In order to promote convenient strategies for the utilization of wood wastes from aucoumea klaineana pierre(okoume)timber industry,various chemical analysis were carried out on samples from different origins.Total extractives content of the bark,sapwood and heartwood of okoume were evaluated.thermogravimetric analyses were performed and the stiasny number was calculated.it was found that the bark was richer in fatty acid of high molecular weight while the sapwood was rich in fatty acid of low molecular weight.the condensed tannins content varied according to the origin and the part of the tree.these new findings should be useful for green okoume based tannin adhesives.展开更多
The wood powder of Tetracentron Sinense Olive was extracted with the benzene and alcohol (2:1 v/v). Then, the extractive is analyzed in Gc and Gc-Ms.Twenty chemical constitutions of the extractive are separated and id...The wood powder of Tetracentron Sinense Olive was extracted with the benzene and alcohol (2:1 v/v). Then, the extractive is analyzed in Gc and Gc-Ms.Twenty chemical constitutions of the extractive are separated and identified, which are as follows: calamenene; 2. 6,10-trimethyldihexyl; 3 -methoxybenzaldehyde; Methyl- 4- methox- ybenzoate; 4- methoxyphenylacetone; 3. 4- dimethoxybenzaldehyde;. 3. 4 -dimethoxyhypnone; methyl-3. 4-dimethoxybenzoate, Methyl-4-methoxyphenylacrylate,4,4-dimethoxycabonyl-diphenylethane; Methyl-3, 4,5 - erimethoxybenzoate; Methyl - 3. 4 -dimethoxyphenylacrylate; Methyl-myristate; Methyl - palmate, Methyl- zoomarate;Methyl-stearate; Methyl-oleate; Methyl-arachidate; Methyl-behenate, Dimethyl -azelate.展开更多
Internal wood surfaces can be treated as fractals, which are between Euclidean geometry and complete randomness. The fractal dimension Dfs is very informative in investigating the roughness of the internal surfaces of...Internal wood surfaces can be treated as fractals, which are between Euclidean geometry and complete randomness. The fractal dimension Dfs is very informative in investigating the roughness of the internal surfaces of wood. In this study, the water sorption isotherms, including adsorption and desorption isotherm, of untreated, benzene-alcohol extracted and delignified (after benzene-alcohol extracted) spruce (Cuninghamia lanceolata) were measured at 30℃. On the basis of these isotherms, the Dfs values were calculated by FHH equation, which is based on multimolecular sorption. The results showed that both groups of Dfs values (respectively calculated from adsorption and desorption isotherms) of untreated, benzene-alcohol extracted and delignified wood have same order, that is, untreated > benzene-alcohol extracted - delignified. Therefore, the conclusion can be made that the benzene-alcohol extractives have significant contribution to the fractal geometry of internal wood surfaces. Lignin also has influence on the fractal geometry, but this influence is very small while compared with that of the extractives. Moreover, the Dfs values calculated from adsorption isotherms are bigger than those from desorption isotherms.展开更多
The synthesis and characterization of N,N＇-bis（salicylidene） ethylenediamine, Salen said that were carried out. The behavior of this ligand has been studied in solution in solvent homogeneous and heterogeneous syst...The synthesis and characterization of N,N＇-bis（salicylidene） ethylenediamine, Salen said that were carried out. The behavior of this ligand has been studied in solution in solvent homogeneous and heterogeneous systems in sulphate medium. The use of pH-metric titration, GRAN and JOB＇s methods have permitted the determination of different parameters governing the behavior of Salen in solution such as the acidity constant, the stability constant, the nature of the interaction solvent-solute, the solvation number, the stoichiometry of extracted complex etc.. Then the extraction of the Salen was finally undertaken to words the copper （II） sulfate medium. The pH of complexation, extraction time, the number of protons exchanged and the number of ligands have been finally determined.展开更多
This study investigates the properties of high-purity starches extracted from Polygonum multiflorum(PMS)and Smilax glabra(SGS).The starches were characterized by scanning electron microscopy,Fouriertransform infrared ...This study investigates the properties of high-purity starches extracted from Polygonum multiflorum(PMS)and Smilax glabra(SGS).The starches were characterized by scanning electron microscopy,Fouriertransform infrared spectroscopy,X-ray diffraction,high-performance anion-exchange chromatography,and differential scanning calorimetry.Significant differences were observed in their morphological,physicochemical,and functional properties.PMS had a smaller particle size(13.68 μm),irregular polygonal shape,A-type,lower water absorption(62.67 %),and higher oil absorption(51.17 %).In contrast,SGS exhibited larger particles(31.75 μm),a nearly spherical shape,B-type,higher crystallinity(50.66 %),and greater amylose content(21.54 %),with superior thermal stability,shear resistance,and gelatinization enthalpy.SGS also contained higher resistant starch(83.28 %) and longer average chain length(20.58 %),but showed lower solubility,swelling power,light transmittance,and freeze-thaw stability.The physicochemical properties differences in crystal pattern and particle morphology between PMS and SGS lead to distinct behaviors during in vitro digestion and fermentation.These findings highlight the potential of medicinal plant starches in functional ingredients and industrial processes.展开更多
Standard bacterial suspensions play a crucial role in microbiological diagnosis.Traditional prepar-ation methods,which rely heavily on manual operations,face challenges such as poor reproducibility,low ef-ficiency,and...Standard bacterial suspensions play a crucial role in microbiological diagnosis.Traditional prepar-ation methods,which rely heavily on manual operations,face challenges such as poor reproducibility,low ef-ficiency,and biosafety concerns.In this study,we propose a high-precision automated colony extraction and separation system that combines large-field imaging and artificial intelligence(AI)to facilitate intelligent screening and localization of colonies.Firstly,a large-field imaging system was developed to capture high-resolution images of 90 mm Petri dishes,achieving a physical resolution of 13.2μm and an imaging speed of 13 frames per second.Subsequently,AI technology was employed for the automatic recognition and localiza-tion of colonies,enabling the selection of target colonies with diameters ranging from 1.9 to 2.3 mm.Next,a three-axis motion control platform was designed,accompanied by a path planning algorithm for the efficient extraction of colonies.An electronic pipette was employed for accurate colony collection.Additionally,a bacterial suspension concentration measurement module was developed,incorporating a 650 nm laser diode as the light source,achieving a measurement accuracy of 0.01 McFarland concentration(MCF).Finally,the system’s performance was validated through the preparation of an Esckerichia coli(E.coli)suspension.After 17 hours of cultivation,E.coli was extracted four times,achieving the target concentration set by the system.This work is expected to enable rapid and accurate microbial sample preparation,significantly reducing de-tection cycles and alleviating the workload of healthcare personnel.展开更多
The efficient extraction and separation of valuable metal elements from coal gasification fine slag(CGFS)are crucial for the comprehensive high-value utilization of its constituents.This study focused on the carbon-ri...The efficient extraction and separation of valuable metal elements from coal gasification fine slag(CGFS)are crucial for the comprehensive high-value utilization of its constituents.This study focused on the carbon-rich components of CGFS(CGFS-H)and systematically investigates the selective leaching behavior of Fe^(3+),Al^(3+)and Ca^(2+)using three organic acid extractants,i.e.,citric acid,tartaric acid,and tetrasodium iminodisuccinate.Additionally,the stepwise leaching of iron,aluminum and calcium from CGFS-H is explored.The selective dissolution mechanisms of these metals by different organic acids are elucidated through X-ray diffraction(XRD),X-ray fluorescence(XRF),and scanning electron microscopy(SEM)analyses.The results indicate that tetrasodium iminodisuccinate exhibits the highest leaching selectivity for Fe^(3+),while tartaric acid demonstrateds a comparable affinity for both Fe^(3+)and Al^(3+).In contrast citric acid shows superior selectivity toward Ca^(2+).The leaching yield of Fe^(3+),Al^(3+)and Ca^(2+)after sequential leaching with the three organic acids were 79.8%,65.08%and 78.6%,respectively.These findings confirm that effective and selective separation of Fe^(3+),Al^(3+)and Ca^(2+)from CGFS-H can be achieved via optimized organic acid-based leaching strategies.This advancement provides a critical foundation for developing Ca/Fe/Al hydrotalcite materials using CGFS-H as a sustainable feedstock,thereby facilitating the transformation of waste residue into high-value functional materials and promoting resourceefficient utilization of coal gasification fine slag.展开更多
A reversed-phase high-performance liquid chromatography(HPLC)method was developed for the direct determination of docosahexaenoic acid(DHA)in sturgeon caviar extract.The assay employed n-hexane extraction combined wit...A reversed-phase high-performance liquid chromatography(HPLC)method was developed for the direct determination of docosahexaenoic acid(DHA)in sturgeon caviar extract.The assay employed n-hexane extraction combined with gradient elution(ZORBAX SB-C18 column),with data collected using a diode array detector.The content was calculated by external standard method and validated against the national standard(GB 5009.168-2016).The study also measured DPPH free radical scavenging capacity and moisture retention rate across different DHA concentration groups.The results demonstrate that the proposed method exhibits excellent linearity(r=0.9997),with recovery rates ranging from 92.1% to 101.1% and relative standard deviations(RSD)of 2.23% to 3.92%.Compared to the national standard method,the relative deviation was 0.67% to 1.68%.At specific test concentrations,the high-DHA group shows significantly higher moisture retention(100.48%),hygroscopicity(100.85%),and DPPH scavenging efficiency(57.46%)than the low-DHA group(10.33%,11.76%,and 3.71%).The RP-HPLC method developed in this study simplifies DHA detection procedures with simple reagents and reliable results,making it suitable for rapid qualitative identification and quantitative analysis of target components in caviar extract quality control.The DPPH experiment further reveals the correlation between DHA content and antioxidant efficacy in sturgeon caviar extracts,providing scientific evidence for developing functional cosmetics.展开更多
Diesel accounts for over 60%of the products derived from direct coal liquefaction(DCL).Compared to petroleum-based diesel,DCL diesel exhibits a cetane number ranging from 30 to 40,which fails to meet the automotive di...Diesel accounts for over 60%of the products derived from direct coal liquefaction(DCL).Compared to petroleum-based diesel,DCL diesel exhibits a cetane number ranging from 30 to 40,which fails to meet the automotive diesel standard requirement of≥45.Therefore,rapid and accurate analysis of its chemical composition is crucial for property optimization to meet fuel specifications by component blending.Thought traditional methods like gas chromatography offer high accuracy,they are unsuitable for rapid online analysis under industrial conditions.Near-infrared(NIR)spectroscopy can provide advantages in rapid,non-destructive analysis.Its application however,is limited by the complexity of spectral data interpretation.Machine learning(ML)is effective method for extracting valuable information from spectra and establishing high-precision prediction models.This study integrates NIR spectroscopy with ML to construct a spectral-composition database for DCL diesel.Feature extraction was performed using the correlation coefficient and mutual information methods to screen key wavelength variables and reduce data dimensionality.Subsequently,the predictive performance of three ML models—Lasso,SVR and XGBoost—was compared.Results indicate that excluding spectral data with absorbance greater than 1 significantly enhances model accuracy,increasing the test set R^(2) from 0.85 to 0.96.After feature extraction,the optimal number of wavelength variables was reduced to 177,substantially improving computational efficiency.Among the models evaluated,the SVR-MI-0.9 model,based on mutual information feature selection,demonstrated the best performance,achieving training and test set R^(2) values both exceeding 0.98.This model enables precise prediction of paraffin,naphthene,and aromatic hydrocarbon contents.This research provides a robust methodology for intelligent online quality monitoring.An intelligent NIR spectroscopy data analysis software was independently developed based on the established model.Compared with comprehensive two-dimensional gas chromatography,the software reduced the analysis time by over 98%,with an absolute prediction error below 0.2%.Thus,rapid analysis of DCL diesel components was successfully realized.展开更多
Vetiver(Vetiveria zizanioides)is often extracted as essential oils used in cosmetics,but there are few indepth reports on its cosmetic and skincare efficacy.In order to explore the neuro-cosmetic activity of vetiver e...Vetiver(Vetiveria zizanioides)is often extracted as essential oils used in cosmetics,but there are few indepth reports on its cosmetic and skincare efficacy.In order to explore the neuro-cosmetic activity of vetiver extract,ELISA and Griess methods were used to detect the secretion levels of related neural and inflammatory mediators,and TRPV1 activity was analyzed by fluorescence staining in this study.The results shows that in vitro cell models,1%vetiver extract decreases cortisol production by 25.8%and increases beta-endorphin secretion by 287.9%when the calcium influx induced by TRPV1 activation is blocked and the inhibitory rate is 22.9%.And 2%vetiver extract decreases the levels of NO,TNF-αand IL-6 when the inhibition rates are 86.3%,69.4%and 81.8%,respectively.Therefore,vetiver extract can effectively combat skin stress,relieve skin discomfort caused by inflammation and nerve sensitivity,thus providing a feeling of well-being.The vetiver extract has skincare benefits at the neurological level which shows potential for neuro-cosmetic application.展开更多
N,N,N',N'-tetraoctyl diglycolamide(TODGA)is a potential extractant for the co-extraction of lanthanides and actinides in high-level liquid waste.In this study,the radiolysis and extraction properties of TODGA ...N,N,N',N'-tetraoctyl diglycolamide(TODGA)is a potential extractant for the co-extraction of lanthanides and actinides in high-level liquid waste.In this study,the radiolysis and extraction properties of TODGA in kerosene solvents contacted with the aqueous phase of varying HNO_(3) concentrations were systematically investigated,and the complexation mechanism was analyzed in conjunction with density functional theory(DFT)calculations.After γ-irradiation,the variation of TODGA concentration was detected,and the variation trends in the relative content of radiolysis products(RPs)with sample type and absorbed dose were demonstrated.Results indicated that the breaking of the amide bond,ether bond,and C_(amide)-C_(ether)bond was the primary radiolysis routes.The aqueous-phase precipitate was studied as a potential new mode of TODGA radiolysis in ultrapure water aqueous phase.Moreover,TODGA/kerosene exhibited excellent extraction capabilities for lanthanides even after absorbing 100 kGy,and HNO_(3) can maintain a portion of TODGA's extraction capacity.The DFT method was applied to calculate and evaluate the complexing ability of TODGA and some of its RPs toward lanthanides.The results revealed that the complexing ability of TODGA for Ce(Ⅲ),Eu(Ⅲ),and Dy(Ⅲ)was enhanced successively,and the complexing ability of the RPs with intact oxygen-containing structures could not be neglected.展开更多
In this study,we developed a novel bilayered scaffold consisting of a bottom layer composed of the Decellularized Bovine Pericardium(DP)coated with Polyaniline Nanoparticles(PANINPs)and a top layer made of an electros...In this study,we developed a novel bilayered scaffold consisting of a bottom layer composed of the Decellularized Bovine Pericardium(DP)coated with Polyaniline Nanoparticles(PANINPs)and a top layer made of an electrospun Poly(lactic-co-glycolic acid)/Gelatin(PLGA/Gel)membrane incorporated with Vascular Endothelial Growth Fac-tor(VEGF)and hawthorn extract.Functionally,the DP supplies native Extracellular Matrix(ECM)components and mechanical support,while PANINPs provide conductivity.The electrospun PLGA/Gel layer mimics fibrous ECM.It incorporates bioactives,with VEGF promoting pro-angiogenic stimulation and hawthorn extract enhanc-ing anticoagulant activity,as well as increasing surface hydrophilicity.The tissue adhesive ensures the interfacial integrity between the two layers.Decellularization efficiency was confirmed histologically using 4',6-diamidino-2-phenylindole(DAPI)and Hematoxylin-Eosin(H&E)staining.The DP exhibited a DNA content of 115.9±47.8 ng/mg DNA,compared to 982.88±395.42 ng/mg in Native Pericardium(NP).The PANINPs had an average par-ticle size of 104.94±13.7 nm.The conductivity of PANINPs-coated decellularized pericardium was measured to be 9.093±8.6×10-4 S/cm using the four-point probe method.PLGA/Gel membranes containing hawthorn extract(1%,5%,10%,and 15%w/v)and VEGF(0.1μg/mL,0.5μg/mL,and 1μg/mL)were fabricated by electrospinning,result-ing in fiber diameters between 850 and 1200 nm and pore sizes between 14 and 20μm.The anticoagulant efficiency of the membranes containing hawthorn extract reached 430 s in the Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time Assay(aPTT).Mechanical testing revealed a tensile strength of 22.70±6.33 MPa,an elongation of 53.58±10.63%,and Young's modulus of 0.67±0.10 MPa.The scaffold also exhibited over 91%cell viability and excellent cardiomyo-cyte adhesion.The hemolysis ratio was determined to be 0.421±0.191%,which confirms its blood compatibility.Our results indicate that the proposed bilayered scaffold can be a promising candidate for cardiac patch applications.展开更多
The lack of macro-continuity and mechanical strength of covalent organic frameworks(COFs)has significantly limited their practical applications.Here,we propose an“alcohol-triggered defect cleavage”strategy to precis...The lack of macro-continuity and mechanical strength of covalent organic frameworks(COFs)has significantly limited their practical applications.Here,we propose an“alcohol-triggered defect cleavage”strategy to precisely regulate the growth and stacking of COF grains through a moderate reversed Schiff base reaction,realizing the direct synthesis of COF nanofibers(CNFs)with high aspect ratio(L/D=103.05)and long length(>20μm).An individual CNF exhibits a biomimetic scale-like architecture,achieving superior flexibility and fatigue resistance under dynamic bending via a multiscale stress dissipation mechanism.Taking advantages of these structural features,we engineer CNF aerogels(CNF-As)with programmable porous structures(e.g.,honeycomb,lamellar,isotropic)via directional ice-template methodology.CNF-As demonstrate 100%COF content,high specific surface area(396.15 m^(2)g^(-1))and superelasticity(~0%elastic deformation after 500 compression cycles at 50%strain),outperforming most COF-based counterparts.Compared with the conventional COF aerogels,the unique structural features of CNF-A enable it to perform outstandingly in uranium extraction,with an 11.72-fold increment in adsorption capacity(920.12 mg g^(-1))and adsorption rate(89.9%),and a 2.48-fold improvement in selectivity(U/V=2.31).This study provides a direct strategy for the development of next-generation COF materials with outstanding functionality and structural robustness.展开更多
Peony root bark extract as was used the research object,and used a series of biochemical and cellular experiments to investigate its whitening,anti-inflammatory,oil control,acne,and inhibition of the growth of Malasse...Peony root bark extract as was used the research object,and used a series of biochemical and cellular experiments to investigate its whitening,anti-inflammatory,oil control,acne,and inhibition of the growth of Malassezia.The results showed that the inhibition rate of melanin synthesis was significantly increased to 86.43%at a concentration of 2.0%;the secretion of inflammatory factors IL-1αand IL-6 by macrophages(RAW264.7)was significantly reduced to 4.94 pg/mL and 6.42 pg/mL,respectively;the fluorescence signal of Nile red in sebaceous gland cells(SZ95)was significantly reduced to 57.5%;the inhibition rate of Propionibacterium acnes was 37.7%for 20 min of action;and the average inhibition rate of Malassezia marcescens was 78.1%for 20 min of action.Thus,it can be seen that the peony root bark extract has multiple skin-care effects and is a natural and healthy cosmetic plant raw material,which provides a solid theoretical basis for its application in cosmetics.展开更多
As an important class of phenanthroline derivatives containing soft N and hard O donor atoms,the laborious syntheses of unsymmetrical 1,10-phenanthroline-derived diamide ligands(DAPhen) have hindered its extensive stu...As an important class of phenanthroline derivatives containing soft N and hard O donor atoms,the laborious syntheses of unsymmetrical 1,10-phenanthroline-derived diamide ligands(DAPhen) have hindered its extensive study.In this work,we first report a convenient synthetic method for the construction of DAPhen using Friedländer reaction by two facile steps(vs.previous 12 steps).A variety of DAPhen ligands are readily available,especially unsymmetrical ones,which give us a platform to systematically study the substituent effect on f-block elements extraction performance.The performance of unsymmetrical extractants is experimentally confirmed to falls between that of their corresponding symmetrical extractants by extracting UO_(2)^(2+) as the representative f-block element.This work provides a direct and versatile method to synthesize symmetrical and unsymmetrical DAPhen,which paves way for the investigations on their coordination properties with metal ions and other applications.展开更多
基金Supported by the Forestry Department of Heilongjiang Province Science and Technology Promotion Project(01043208003)the Project of Science and Technology Department of Heilongjiang Province(LC07C27)~~
文摘[Objective]The aim was to explore the active compound of Morus alba leaves with the analysis of active components of hexane extractives of M.alba leaves.[Method]Antibacterial assays of hexane extractives of M.alba leaves were done and the volatile components of hexane extractives of M.alba leaves with the strongest antibacterial activity were analyzed by gas chromatography-mass spectrometry（GC-MS）.[Result]The results of inhibitory effect of hexane extractives of M.alba leaves on Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli showed that hexane extractives of M.alba leaves collected in June,July and August had antibacterial activity against S.aureus and had no antibacterial effect against E.coli.Furthermore,hexane extractives of M.alba leaves collected in June had the strongest antibacterial activity against S.aureus（inhibition diameter 10.95 mm）.The hexane extractives of M.alba leaves collected in June was analyzed by GC-MS,the main volatile components were tetradecane（16.76%）,dodecane（13.20%）,diisobutyl phthalate（10.26%）,decane（9.10%）,hexadecane（8.71%）,linolenyl alcohol（7.25%）,octadecane（5.88%）,eicosane（3.26%）,dibutyl phthalate（2.59%）.[Conclusion]Linolenyl alcohol was the potential antibacterial compound.
基金This work was supported by the Foundation of Postdoctoral Research of Heilongjiang and Innovation Fund of Northeast Forestry University (DLCX2004019)
文摘The chemical components of dichloromethane extractives for Sawara Falsecypress heartwood were analyzed with GC/MS except for basic chemical composition analysis for heartwood with Chinese standard method. 14 kinds of compounds were idenfifjed according to the computer compounds library data. The major compounds in dichloromethane extractives comprised of terpene and naphthalene derivafives. The experiments of antifungal effects of the dichloromethane extractive on Aspergillus niger were also carded out. The result showed that the dichloromethane extractive from Sawara Falsecypress has no or weak antifungal capability.
基金supported by the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(No.20100480754)National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.21176095)
文摘Chemical components of methylbenzene/ethanol extractives of Eucalyptus grandis were identified by GC/MS and different methylbenzene/ethanol solutions （9/1, 4/1, 2/1, 1/1, 1/2） were used to describe their distinctions. The distributions of micro particles in each extractive were studied simultaneously. The results show that there were significant differences between the various extrac- tives, although the extractives were essentially the same, i.e., alcohols, alkanes, esters and acids. With the increase of ethanol compo- sition in the solutions, the total amount of extractives increased; in solvent with higher amounts of ethanol, some acidic structures or acids, such as glutaric acid, could be seen. An investigation of micro particles indicated that the distribution of particle size of each sample did not change greatly between the solutions. A slight decrease in size was seen with the reduction in the amount of methylbenzene.
基金financial support from the Latvian Council of Science,Project No.lzp-2021/1-0207.
文摘The isolated hydrophilic black alder(Alnus glutinosa)bark extractives were characterized in terms of component and functional composition and converted at 150℃-170℃ into liquid green polyols using solvent-free and lowtoxic base-catalyzed modification with propylene carbonate(PC).FTIR spectroscopy,HP-LC,GC,GPC,and wet chemistry methods were used to characterize the starting constituents,intermediate and final products of the reaction and to monitor the different pathways of PC conversion.The reaction of extractives as well as the model compounds,including catechol,xylose,PEG 400,and benzoic acid,with PC indicated the ability of OH groups of different origins present in the extractives to condense with equivalent amounts of PC.The polyols obtained consist of a copolymer fraction with one oxypropyl unit grafted per OH functionality of extractive components on average and oligo oxypropyl diols with a small number of carbonate linkages in the chain,obtained as a result of remaining PC homopolymerization.The domination of the oxypropylation mechanism vs.transcarbonation for PC ring opening was observed for both copolymerization and homopolymerization processes,making the process of oxypropylation with PC similar to that of conventional oxypropylation.At optimal reaction conditions,including a PC/OH ratio of 3.0 and a 24-h duration at 150°C,uniform polyols with low viscosity of~900 mPa·s^(-1),a biomass content of~27%,and an OHV of~500 mg KOH·g^(-1) were obtained.Increasing the temperature of modification allows shortening the process but drastically increases the polyol viscosity.At fixed temperature values,increasing the PC/OH ratio not only decreases the biomass content but also strongly prolongs the processing.The significantly increased duration of the process using PC as an alternative oxyalkylation agent compared to that of oxyalkylation with propylene oxide is a reasonable trade-off for using a safer and more environmentally friendly technology.
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文摘The chemical compositions of the dichloromethane extracts of inner and outer barks from six Pinus species（P.elliotii,P.oocarpa,P.caribeae,P.merkusii,P.montezumae,and P.insularis） grown in Indonesia were investigated by GC and GC–MS.Generally,the amounts of extractive contents were higher in the inner bark than in the outer bark except for P.merksuii.Fatty acids,monoterpenes,sesquiterpenes,resin acids,triterpenoids,and steroids were detected and quantified.Inner and outer barks differed not only in content of these compounds but also in their composition.Fatty acids and alcohols were the major classes of lipophilic compounds in the outer bark of P.caribeae, P.insularis,and P.montezumae.Steroids and triterpenoids were the dominant compounds identified in the inner bark of P.elliotii,P.insularis,and P.merkusii.Resin acids were the most abundant group in the inner bark of P.oocarpa whereas monoterpenes and sesquiterpenes were recorded in minor quantities in both bark layers of all species.
文摘In order to promote convenient strategies for the utilization of wood wastes from aucoumea klaineana pierre(okoume)timber industry,various chemical analysis were carried out on samples from different origins.Total extractives content of the bark,sapwood and heartwood of okoume were evaluated.thermogravimetric analyses were performed and the stiasny number was calculated.it was found that the bark was richer in fatty acid of high molecular weight while the sapwood was rich in fatty acid of low molecular weight.the condensed tannins content varied according to the origin and the part of the tree.these new findings should be useful for green okoume based tannin adhesives.
文摘The wood powder of Tetracentron Sinense Olive was extracted with the benzene and alcohol (2:1 v/v). Then, the extractive is analyzed in Gc and Gc-Ms.Twenty chemical constitutions of the extractive are separated and identified, which are as follows: calamenene; 2. 6,10-trimethyldihexyl; 3 -methoxybenzaldehyde; Methyl- 4- methox- ybenzoate; 4- methoxyphenylacetone; 3. 4- dimethoxybenzaldehyde;. 3. 4 -dimethoxyhypnone; methyl-3. 4-dimethoxybenzoate, Methyl-4-methoxyphenylacrylate,4,4-dimethoxycabonyl-diphenylethane; Methyl-3, 4,5 - erimethoxybenzoate; Methyl - 3. 4 -dimethoxyphenylacrylate; Methyl-myristate; Methyl - palmate, Methyl- zoomarate;Methyl-stearate; Methyl-oleate; Methyl-arachidate; Methyl-behenate, Dimethyl -azelate.
文摘Internal wood surfaces can be treated as fractals, which are between Euclidean geometry and complete randomness. The fractal dimension Dfs is very informative in investigating the roughness of the internal surfaces of wood. In this study, the water sorption isotherms, including adsorption and desorption isotherm, of untreated, benzene-alcohol extracted and delignified (after benzene-alcohol extracted) spruce (Cuninghamia lanceolata) were measured at 30℃. On the basis of these isotherms, the Dfs values were calculated by FHH equation, which is based on multimolecular sorption. The results showed that both groups of Dfs values (respectively calculated from adsorption and desorption isotherms) of untreated, benzene-alcohol extracted and delignified wood have same order, that is, untreated > benzene-alcohol extracted - delignified. Therefore, the conclusion can be made that the benzene-alcohol extractives have significant contribution to the fractal geometry of internal wood surfaces. Lignin also has influence on the fractal geometry, but this influence is very small while compared with that of the extractives. Moreover, the Dfs values calculated from adsorption isotherms are bigger than those from desorption isotherms.
文摘The synthesis and characterization of N,N＇-bis（salicylidene） ethylenediamine, Salen said that were carried out. The behavior of this ligand has been studied in solution in solvent homogeneous and heterogeneous systems in sulphate medium. The use of pH-metric titration, GRAN and JOB＇s methods have permitted the determination of different parameters governing the behavior of Salen in solution such as the acidity constant, the stability constant, the nature of the interaction solvent-solute, the solvation number, the stoichiometry of extracted complex etc.. Then the extraction of the Salen was finally undertaken to words the copper （II） sulfate medium. The pH of complexation, extraction time, the number of protons exchanged and the number of ligands have been finally determined.
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文摘This study investigates the properties of high-purity starches extracted from Polygonum multiflorum(PMS)and Smilax glabra(SGS).The starches were characterized by scanning electron microscopy,Fouriertransform infrared spectroscopy,X-ray diffraction,high-performance anion-exchange chromatography,and differential scanning calorimetry.Significant differences were observed in their morphological,physicochemical,and functional properties.PMS had a smaller particle size(13.68 μm),irregular polygonal shape,A-type,lower water absorption(62.67 %),and higher oil absorption(51.17 %).In contrast,SGS exhibited larger particles(31.75 μm),a nearly spherical shape,B-type,higher crystallinity(50.66 %),and greater amylose content(21.54 %),with superior thermal stability,shear resistance,and gelatinization enthalpy.SGS also contained higher resistant starch(83.28 %) and longer average chain length(20.58 %),but showed lower solubility,swelling power,light transmittance,and freeze-thaw stability.The physicochemical properties differences in crystal pattern and particle morphology between PMS and SGS lead to distinct behaviors during in vitro digestion and fermentation.These findings highlight the potential of medicinal plant starches in functional ingredients and industrial processes.
文摘Standard bacterial suspensions play a crucial role in microbiological diagnosis.Traditional prepar-ation methods,which rely heavily on manual operations,face challenges such as poor reproducibility,low ef-ficiency,and biosafety concerns.In this study,we propose a high-precision automated colony extraction and separation system that combines large-field imaging and artificial intelligence(AI)to facilitate intelligent screening and localization of colonies.Firstly,a large-field imaging system was developed to capture high-resolution images of 90 mm Petri dishes,achieving a physical resolution of 13.2μm and an imaging speed of 13 frames per second.Subsequently,AI technology was employed for the automatic recognition and localiza-tion of colonies,enabling the selection of target colonies with diameters ranging from 1.9 to 2.3 mm.Next,a three-axis motion control platform was designed,accompanied by a path planning algorithm for the efficient extraction of colonies.An electronic pipette was employed for accurate colony collection.Additionally,a bacterial suspension concentration measurement module was developed,incorporating a 650 nm laser diode as the light source,achieving a measurement accuracy of 0.01 McFarland concentration(MCF).Finally,the system’s performance was validated through the preparation of an Esckerichia coli(E.coli)suspension.After 17 hours of cultivation,E.coli was extracted four times,achieving the target concentration set by the system.This work is expected to enable rapid and accurate microbial sample preparation,significantly reducing de-tection cycles and alleviating the workload of healthcare personnel.
基金Supported by National Natural Science Foundation(52374279)。
文摘The efficient extraction and separation of valuable metal elements from coal gasification fine slag(CGFS)are crucial for the comprehensive high-value utilization of its constituents.This study focused on the carbon-rich components of CGFS(CGFS-H)and systematically investigates the selective leaching behavior of Fe^(3+),Al^(3+)and Ca^(2+)using three organic acid extractants,i.e.,citric acid,tartaric acid,and tetrasodium iminodisuccinate.Additionally,the stepwise leaching of iron,aluminum and calcium from CGFS-H is explored.The selective dissolution mechanisms of these metals by different organic acids are elucidated through X-ray diffraction(XRD),X-ray fluorescence(XRF),and scanning electron microscopy(SEM)analyses.The results indicate that tetrasodium iminodisuccinate exhibits the highest leaching selectivity for Fe^(3+),while tartaric acid demonstrateds a comparable affinity for both Fe^(3+)and Al^(3+).In contrast citric acid shows superior selectivity toward Ca^(2+).The leaching yield of Fe^(3+),Al^(3+)and Ca^(2+)after sequential leaching with the three organic acids were 79.8%,65.08%and 78.6%,respectively.These findings confirm that effective and selective separation of Fe^(3+),Al^(3+)and Ca^(2+)from CGFS-H can be achieved via optimized organic acid-based leaching strategies.This advancement provides a critical foundation for developing Ca/Fe/Al hydrotalcite materials using CGFS-H as a sustainable feedstock,thereby facilitating the transformation of waste residue into high-value functional materials and promoting resourceefficient utilization of coal gasification fine slag.
文摘A reversed-phase high-performance liquid chromatography(HPLC)method was developed for the direct determination of docosahexaenoic acid(DHA)in sturgeon caviar extract.The assay employed n-hexane extraction combined with gradient elution(ZORBAX SB-C18 column),with data collected using a diode array detector.The content was calculated by external standard method and validated against the national standard(GB 5009.168-2016).The study also measured DPPH free radical scavenging capacity and moisture retention rate across different DHA concentration groups.The results demonstrate that the proposed method exhibits excellent linearity(r=0.9997),with recovery rates ranging from 92.1% to 101.1% and relative standard deviations(RSD)of 2.23% to 3.92%.Compared to the national standard method,the relative deviation was 0.67% to 1.68%.At specific test concentrations,the high-DHA group shows significantly higher moisture retention(100.48%),hygroscopicity(100.85%),and DPPH scavenging efficiency(57.46%)than the low-DHA group(10.33%,11.76%,and 3.71%).The RP-HPLC method developed in this study simplifies DHA detection procedures with simple reagents and reliable results,making it suitable for rapid qualitative identification and quantitative analysis of target components in caviar extract quality control.The DPPH experiment further reveals the correlation between DHA content and antioxidant efficacy in sturgeon caviar extracts,providing scientific evidence for developing functional cosmetics.
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文摘Diesel accounts for over 60%of the products derived from direct coal liquefaction(DCL).Compared to petroleum-based diesel,DCL diesel exhibits a cetane number ranging from 30 to 40,which fails to meet the automotive diesel standard requirement of≥45.Therefore,rapid and accurate analysis of its chemical composition is crucial for property optimization to meet fuel specifications by component blending.Thought traditional methods like gas chromatography offer high accuracy,they are unsuitable for rapid online analysis under industrial conditions.Near-infrared(NIR)spectroscopy can provide advantages in rapid,non-destructive analysis.Its application however,is limited by the complexity of spectral data interpretation.Machine learning(ML)is effective method for extracting valuable information from spectra and establishing high-precision prediction models.This study integrates NIR spectroscopy with ML to construct a spectral-composition database for DCL diesel.Feature extraction was performed using the correlation coefficient and mutual information methods to screen key wavelength variables and reduce data dimensionality.Subsequently,the predictive performance of three ML models—Lasso,SVR and XGBoost—was compared.Results indicate that excluding spectral data with absorbance greater than 1 significantly enhances model accuracy,increasing the test set R^(2) from 0.85 to 0.96.After feature extraction,the optimal number of wavelength variables was reduced to 177,substantially improving computational efficiency.Among the models evaluated,the SVR-MI-0.9 model,based on mutual information feature selection,demonstrated the best performance,achieving training and test set R^(2) values both exceeding 0.98.This model enables precise prediction of paraffin,naphthene,and aromatic hydrocarbon contents.This research provides a robust methodology for intelligent online quality monitoring.An intelligent NIR spectroscopy data analysis software was independently developed based on the established model.Compared with comprehensive two-dimensional gas chromatography,the software reduced the analysis time by over 98%,with an absolute prediction error below 0.2%.Thus,rapid analysis of DCL diesel components was successfully realized.
文摘Vetiver(Vetiveria zizanioides)is often extracted as essential oils used in cosmetics,but there are few indepth reports on its cosmetic and skincare efficacy.In order to explore the neuro-cosmetic activity of vetiver extract,ELISA and Griess methods were used to detect the secretion levels of related neural and inflammatory mediators,and TRPV1 activity was analyzed by fluorescence staining in this study.The results shows that in vitro cell models,1%vetiver extract decreases cortisol production by 25.8%and increases beta-endorphin secretion by 287.9%when the calcium influx induced by TRPV1 activation is blocked and the inhibitory rate is 22.9%.And 2%vetiver extract decreases the levels of NO,TNF-αand IL-6 when the inhibition rates are 86.3%,69.4%and 81.8%,respectively.Therefore,vetiver extract can effectively combat skin stress,relieve skin discomfort caused by inflammation and nerve sensitivity,thus providing a feeling of well-being.The vetiver extract has skincare benefits at the neurological level which shows potential for neuro-cosmetic application.
文摘N,N,N',N'-tetraoctyl diglycolamide(TODGA)is a potential extractant for the co-extraction of lanthanides and actinides in high-level liquid waste.In this study,the radiolysis and extraction properties of TODGA in kerosene solvents contacted with the aqueous phase of varying HNO_(3) concentrations were systematically investigated,and the complexation mechanism was analyzed in conjunction with density functional theory(DFT)calculations.After γ-irradiation,the variation of TODGA concentration was detected,and the variation trends in the relative content of radiolysis products(RPs)with sample type and absorbed dose were demonstrated.Results indicated that the breaking of the amide bond,ether bond,and C_(amide)-C_(ether)bond was the primary radiolysis routes.The aqueous-phase precipitate was studied as a potential new mode of TODGA radiolysis in ultrapure water aqueous phase.Moreover,TODGA/kerosene exhibited excellent extraction capabilities for lanthanides even after absorbing 100 kGy,and HNO_(3) can maintain a portion of TODGA's extraction capacity.The DFT method was applied to calculate and evaluate the complexing ability of TODGA and some of its RPs toward lanthanides.The results revealed that the complexing ability of TODGA for Ce(Ⅲ),Eu(Ⅲ),and Dy(Ⅲ)was enhanced successively,and the complexing ability of the RPs with intact oxygen-containing structures could not be neglected.
文摘In this study,we developed a novel bilayered scaffold consisting of a bottom layer composed of the Decellularized Bovine Pericardium(DP)coated with Polyaniline Nanoparticles(PANINPs)and a top layer made of an electrospun Poly(lactic-co-glycolic acid)/Gelatin(PLGA/Gel)membrane incorporated with Vascular Endothelial Growth Fac-tor(VEGF)and hawthorn extract.Functionally,the DP supplies native Extracellular Matrix(ECM)components and mechanical support,while PANINPs provide conductivity.The electrospun PLGA/Gel layer mimics fibrous ECM.It incorporates bioactives,with VEGF promoting pro-angiogenic stimulation and hawthorn extract enhanc-ing anticoagulant activity,as well as increasing surface hydrophilicity.The tissue adhesive ensures the interfacial integrity between the two layers.Decellularization efficiency was confirmed histologically using 4',6-diamidino-2-phenylindole(DAPI)and Hematoxylin-Eosin(H&E)staining.The DP exhibited a DNA content of 115.9±47.8 ng/mg DNA,compared to 982.88±395.42 ng/mg in Native Pericardium(NP).The PANINPs had an average par-ticle size of 104.94±13.7 nm.The conductivity of PANINPs-coated decellularized pericardium was measured to be 9.093±8.6×10-4 S/cm using the four-point probe method.PLGA/Gel membranes containing hawthorn extract(1%,5%,10%,and 15%w/v)and VEGF(0.1μg/mL,0.5μg/mL,and 1μg/mL)were fabricated by electrospinning,result-ing in fiber diameters between 850 and 1200 nm and pore sizes between 14 and 20μm.The anticoagulant efficiency of the membranes containing hawthorn extract reached 430 s in the Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time Assay(aPTT).Mechanical testing revealed a tensile strength of 22.70±6.33 MPa,an elongation of 53.58±10.63%,and Young's modulus of 0.67±0.10 MPa.The scaffold also exhibited over 91%cell viability and excellent cardiomyo-cyte adhesion.The hemolysis ratio was determined to be 0.421±0.191%,which confirms its blood compatibility.Our results indicate that the proposed bilayered scaffold can be a promising candidate for cardiac patch applications.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52403035)the Shanghai Sailing Program(23YF1400300)+1 种基金the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(2232023D-05)the Weiqiao Teaching and Research Innovation Program.
文摘The lack of macro-continuity and mechanical strength of covalent organic frameworks(COFs)has significantly limited their practical applications.Here,we propose an“alcohol-triggered defect cleavage”strategy to precisely regulate the growth and stacking of COF grains through a moderate reversed Schiff base reaction,realizing the direct synthesis of COF nanofibers(CNFs)with high aspect ratio(L/D=103.05)and long length(>20μm).An individual CNF exhibits a biomimetic scale-like architecture,achieving superior flexibility and fatigue resistance under dynamic bending via a multiscale stress dissipation mechanism.Taking advantages of these structural features,we engineer CNF aerogels(CNF-As)with programmable porous structures(e.g.,honeycomb,lamellar,isotropic)via directional ice-template methodology.CNF-As demonstrate 100%COF content,high specific surface area(396.15 m^(2)g^(-1))and superelasticity(~0%elastic deformation after 500 compression cycles at 50%strain),outperforming most COF-based counterparts.Compared with the conventional COF aerogels,the unique structural features of CNF-A enable it to perform outstandingly in uranium extraction,with an 11.72-fold increment in adsorption capacity(920.12 mg g^(-1))and adsorption rate(89.9%),and a 2.48-fold improvement in selectivity(U/V=2.31).This study provides a direct strategy for the development of next-generation COF materials with outstanding functionality and structural robustness.
文摘Peony root bark extract as was used the research object,and used a series of biochemical and cellular experiments to investigate its whitening,anti-inflammatory,oil control,acne,and inhibition of the growth of Malassezia.The results showed that the inhibition rate of melanin synthesis was significantly increased to 86.43%at a concentration of 2.0%;the secretion of inflammatory factors IL-1αand IL-6 by macrophages(RAW264.7)was significantly reduced to 4.94 pg/mL and 6.42 pg/mL,respectively;the fluorescence signal of Nile red in sebaceous gland cells(SZ95)was significantly reduced to 57.5%;the inhibition rate of Propionibacterium acnes was 37.7%for 20 min of action;and the average inhibition rate of Malassezia marcescens was 78.1%for 20 min of action.Thus,it can be seen that the peony root bark extract has multiple skin-care effects and is a natural and healthy cosmetic plant raw material,which provides a solid theoretical basis for its application in cosmetics.
基金financial support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Nos.22476178,U2067213)Natural Science Foundation of Zhejiang Province (No.LRG25B060002)。
文摘As an important class of phenanthroline derivatives containing soft N and hard O donor atoms,the laborious syntheses of unsymmetrical 1,10-phenanthroline-derived diamide ligands(DAPhen) have hindered its extensive study.In this work,we first report a convenient synthetic method for the construction of DAPhen using Friedländer reaction by two facile steps(vs.previous 12 steps).A variety of DAPhen ligands are readily available,especially unsymmetrical ones,which give us a platform to systematically study the substituent effect on f-block elements extraction performance.The performance of unsymmetrical extractants is experimentally confirmed to falls between that of their corresponding symmetrical extractants by extracting UO_(2)^(2+) as the representative f-block element.This work provides a direct and versatile method to synthesize symmetrical and unsymmetrical DAPhen,which paves way for the investigations on their coordination properties with metal ions and other applications.
