Background:Cyperi Rhizoma,derived from Cyperus rotundus L.,is a widely used medicinal herb in traditional Chinese medicine(TCM),with Shandong Province recognized as its geo-authentic habitat.However,the quality of Cyp...Background:Cyperi Rhizoma,derived from Cyperus rotundus L.,is a widely used medicinal herb in traditional Chinese medicine(TCM),with Shandong Province recognized as its geo-authentic habitat.However,the quality of Cyperi Rhizoma varies significantly across different regions,potentially influencing its therapeutic efficacy.This study investigates the influence of geographic origin on the chemical composition and overall quality of Cyperi Rhizoma.Methods:A comprehensive approach,including traditional quality assessment,GC-MS(g as c hromatography-m ass s pectrometry),RP-HPLC(r everse p hase h igh-p erformance l iquid c hromatography),and FT-IR(f ourier t ransform i nfrared s pectroscopy)techniques,was employed to analyze Cyperi Rhizoma samples from Shandong Province.These methods examined the physical appearance,chemical profile,and content variations,particularly focusing onα-cyperone.Results:Traditional quality assessments revealed noticeable differences in the external characteristics of the samples.GC-MS analysis identified a variety of unique chemical constituents,while RP-HPLC and FT-IR showed significant variations inα-cyperone content,with higher levels found in Shandong samples.Conclusion:These results demonstrate that geographic origin is a critical determinant of Cyperi Rhizoma quality,with Shandong specimens exhibiting superiorα-cyperone levels and characteristic phytochemical profiles.This validates the geo-authenticity concept in TCM and provides actionable data for developing evidence-based quality standards,suggesting that provenance should be prioritized in medicinal material selection and pharmacopeial specifications.展开更多
B-COPNA resin,synthesized from the light fraction of ethylene tar(ETLF),is a superior precursor of the carbon materials.An in-depth understanding of the COPNA resin preparation process and strict control of crosslinki...B-COPNA resin,synthesized from the light fraction of ethylene tar(ETLF),is a superior precursor of the carbon materials.An in-depth understanding of the COPNA resin preparation process and strict control of crosslinking degree are crucial for controlling carbon materials performance.Therefore,the synthesis kinetics of B-COPNA resin prepared from ETLF was investigated using in-situ FTIR in this work.The synthesis kinetic models of B-COPNA resin were established for the first time.To express the kinetic model,the concentration changes of C-H in aromatic rings and O-H in PXG monitored by in-situ FTIR were selected as two indicators to calculate concentration of other compounds and describe the synthesis kinetics.Then confirmatory experiments were conducted,and the ρ^(2)(>0.9900),F-values(>10F_(0.05))and parameter errors(below 3%)of kinetic models verify that concentration changes of C-H and O-H can be used to describe synthesis kinetics of B-COPNA resin.Based on the results of confirmatory experiments,the synthesis kinetic model of B-COPNA resin in the ETLF system is established successfully using concentration changes of O-H as an indicator,whose appropriateness and feasibility are proved by the ρ^(2)(0.9960)and F-values(>10F_(0.05)).These models could accurately describe the synthesis rate of B-COPNA resin.展开更多
Interactions between cement clinkers and clay minerals are crucial to the much lower strength of cement-based stabilized clays than concrete or mortar.In this paper,the kaolinite-based and montmorillonite-based clays ...Interactions between cement clinkers and clay minerals are crucial to the much lower strength of cement-based stabilized clays than concrete or mortar.In this paper,the kaolinite-based and montmorillonite-based clays were respectively stabilized by tricalcium silicate(C3S)and tricalcium aluminate(C3A),and measured by the unconfined compressive strength(UCS),29Si/27Al solid state nuclear magnetic resonance(SS-NMR),Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy(FTIR),and transmission electron microscope(TEM)to probe the clinker-clay mineral interaction from macro-mechanical,mineralogical,and microstructural perspectives.The results show that C3A-stabilized samples gain strength rapidly in the first 3 d but are only 20%e60%of the strength of C3S-stabilized ones after 60 d.Microstructures reveal that montmorillonite shows better pozzolanic reactivity due to its superior Sichain and lattice substitution compared to kaolinite.This interaction domains the engineering performance of stabilized clays,benefiting the design of stabilizer referring to as the industrial by-products and clay minerals.展开更多
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.82204610)Qihang Talent Program(L2022046)+1 种基金the Scientific and Technological Innovation Project of China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences(CI2021A04013)Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Public Welfare Research Institutes(ZZ15-YQ-041 and L2021029).
文摘Background:Cyperi Rhizoma,derived from Cyperus rotundus L.,is a widely used medicinal herb in traditional Chinese medicine(TCM),with Shandong Province recognized as its geo-authentic habitat.However,the quality of Cyperi Rhizoma varies significantly across different regions,potentially influencing its therapeutic efficacy.This study investigates the influence of geographic origin on the chemical composition and overall quality of Cyperi Rhizoma.Methods:A comprehensive approach,including traditional quality assessment,GC-MS(g as c hromatography-m ass s pectrometry),RP-HPLC(r everse p hase h igh-p erformance l iquid c hromatography),and FT-IR(f ourier t ransform i nfrared s pectroscopy)techniques,was employed to analyze Cyperi Rhizoma samples from Shandong Province.These methods examined the physical appearance,chemical profile,and content variations,particularly focusing onα-cyperone.Results:Traditional quality assessments revealed noticeable differences in the external characteristics of the samples.GC-MS analysis identified a variety of unique chemical constituents,while RP-HPLC and FT-IR showed significant variations inα-cyperone content,with higher levels found in Shandong samples.Conclusion:These results demonstrate that geographic origin is a critical determinant of Cyperi Rhizoma quality,with Shandong specimens exhibiting superiorα-cyperone levels and characteristic phytochemical profiles.This validates the geo-authenticity concept in TCM and provides actionable data for developing evidence-based quality standards,suggesting that provenance should be prioritized in medicinal material selection and pharmacopeial specifications.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52174023)National Natural Science Foundation of P.R.China(22308104)China Petroleum Engineering Corp.,Ltd.(CPEC)(2021ZYGC-01-01)。
文摘B-COPNA resin,synthesized from the light fraction of ethylene tar(ETLF),is a superior precursor of the carbon materials.An in-depth understanding of the COPNA resin preparation process and strict control of crosslinking degree are crucial for controlling carbon materials performance.Therefore,the synthesis kinetics of B-COPNA resin prepared from ETLF was investigated using in-situ FTIR in this work.The synthesis kinetic models of B-COPNA resin were established for the first time.To express the kinetic model,the concentration changes of C-H in aromatic rings and O-H in PXG monitored by in-situ FTIR were selected as two indicators to calculate concentration of other compounds and describe the synthesis kinetics.Then confirmatory experiments were conducted,and the ρ^(2)(>0.9900),F-values(>10F_(0.05))and parameter errors(below 3%)of kinetic models verify that concentration changes of C-H and O-H can be used to describe synthesis kinetics of B-COPNA resin.Based on the results of confirmatory experiments,the synthesis kinetic model of B-COPNA resin in the ETLF system is established successfully using concentration changes of O-H as an indicator,whose appropriateness and feasibility are proved by the ρ^(2)(0.9960)and F-values(>10F_(0.05)).These models could accurately describe the synthesis rate of B-COPNA resin.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.52278334,42272322,and 52209136).
文摘Interactions between cement clinkers and clay minerals are crucial to the much lower strength of cement-based stabilized clays than concrete or mortar.In this paper,the kaolinite-based and montmorillonite-based clays were respectively stabilized by tricalcium silicate(C3S)and tricalcium aluminate(C3A),and measured by the unconfined compressive strength(UCS),29Si/27Al solid state nuclear magnetic resonance(SS-NMR),Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy(FTIR),and transmission electron microscope(TEM)to probe the clinker-clay mineral interaction from macro-mechanical,mineralogical,and microstructural perspectives.The results show that C3A-stabilized samples gain strength rapidly in the first 3 d but are only 20%e60%of the strength of C3S-stabilized ones after 60 d.Microstructures reveal that montmorillonite shows better pozzolanic reactivity due to its superior Sichain and lattice substitution compared to kaolinite.This interaction domains the engineering performance of stabilized clays,benefiting the design of stabilizer referring to as the industrial by-products and clay minerals.
