Enhancing soil organic matter characteristics,ameliorating physical structure,mitigating heavy metal toxicity,and hastening mineral weathering processes are crucial approaches to accomplish the transition of tailings ...Enhancing soil organic matter characteristics,ameliorating physical structure,mitigating heavy metal toxicity,and hastening mineral weathering processes are crucial approaches to accomplish the transition of tailings substrate to a soil-like substrate.The incorporation of biomass co-pyrolysis and plant colonization has been established to be a significant factor in soil substrate formation and soil pollutant remediation.Despite this,there is presently an absence of research efforts aimed at synergistically utilizing these two technologies to expedite the process of mining tailings soil substrate formation.The current study aimed to investigate the underlying mechanism of geochemical changes and rapid mineral weathering during the process of transforming tailings substrate into a soil-like substrate,under the combined effects of biomass co-smoldering pyrolysis and plant colonization.The findings of this study suggest that the incorporation of smoldering pyrolysis and plant colonization induces a high-temperature effect and biological effects,which enhance the physical and chemical properties of tailings,while simultaneously accelerating the rate of mineral weathering.Notable improvements include the amelioration of extreme pH levels,nutrient enrichment,the formation of aggregates,and an increase in enzyme activity,all of which collectively demonstrate the successful attainment of tailings substrate reconstruction.Evidence of the acceleratedweathering was verified by phase and surfacemorphology analysis using X-ray diffraction and scanning electron microscopy.Discovered corrosion and fragmentation on the surface ofminerals.The weathering resulted in corrosion and fragmentation of the surface of the treated mineral.This study confirms that co-smoldering pyrolysis of biomass,combined with plant colonization,can effectively promote the transformation of tailings into soil-like substrates.This method has can effectively address the key challenges that have previously hindered sustainable development of the mining industry and provides a novel approach for ecological restoration of tailings deposits.展开更多
Animal species exhibit a wide range of coloration and patterns,which are under strong selection and often linked to individual quality,influencing mate choice,recognition,signaling,and interspecific interactions such ...Animal species exhibit a wide range of coloration and patterns,which are under strong selection and often linked to individual quality,influencing mate choice,recognition,signaling,and interspecific interactions such as predator avoidance.In amphibians,coloration can vary based on individual traits as well as environmental conditions,including the coloration of their environment.In this study,we described the dorsal coloration(body coloration reticulated by dark patches)in 676 Western spadefoot toads(Pelobates cultripes)from the French Atlantic coast,comparing color variations across different substrates.In addition,we assessed color change in 18 toads transferred between bright and dark substrates.We demonstrated that the dorsal coloration varies based on capture locations(beach vs.inland)and associated substrate types(bright vs.dark),suggesting background color matching.We showed more pronounced effects in females,which might reflect varying predation risks.Experimentally,we showed that individuals can rapidly adjust their coloration to match the substrate within 24 h.Rapid color changes in response to substrate type indicate significant pigmentation plasticity.Bright individuals from sandy substrates showed less dorsal background(body)color change than dark inland individuals,while patch coloration responded differently depending on the substrate of origin.These findings highlight the complex interactions between substrate type,sex,and pigmentation plasticity.These interactions have potential costs and benefits,which might be linked to melanin production,which warrant further investigation.展开更多
The magnesium-based materials are acknowledged as one of the most promising solid-state hydrogen storage mediums,attributed to their superior hydrogen storage capacity.Nevertheless,challenges such as sluggish kinetics...The magnesium-based materials are acknowledged as one of the most promising solid-state hydrogen storage mediums,attributed to their superior hydrogen storage capacity.Nevertheless,challenges such as sluggish kinetics,thermodynamic stability,inadequate cycling stability,and difficulties in activation impede the commercial utilization of Mg-based composites.Research indicates that reducing material dimensions to the nanoscale represents an efficacious strategy to address these issues.In this work,we systematically analyze the impact of nanosizing on Mg-based composites from three perspectives:nano-substrate modulation,nano-catalyst construction,and nano-catalytic mechanism.This analysis aims to provide guidance for the optimization and development of nanosizing strategies.For the regulation of nanosizing of Mg-based composites,the nanosizing of multi-element micro-alloyed Mg-rich systems,the integrated synthesis of multi-element multi-component nano-catalysts,and the coexistence of multiple nano-catalytic mechanisms are proposed in the light of the current state of the art research,artificial intelligence technology,and advanced characterization technology to achieve efficient,multidimensional,and simultaneous regulation of the hydrogen storage performance of Mg-based composites.This paper also envisions future directions and potential applications,emphasizing the importance of interdisciplinary approaches that integrate material science,chemistry,and computational modeling to overcome existing limitations and unlock the full potential of Mg-based hydrogen storage technologies.展开更多
Constructed Wetlands (CWs) are currently one of the most promising techniques for wastewater treatment, having demonstrated their effectiveness. However, the choice of substrate particle size is critical to the smooth...Constructed Wetlands (CWs) are currently one of the most promising techniques for wastewater treatment, having demonstrated their effectiveness. However, the choice of substrate particle size is critical to the smooth operation of the process, as hydrodynamic constraints require a coarse particle size, whereas wastewater treatment recommends a fine particle size. This study investigates the suitability of laterite and shale as substrates of different sizes (1 - 3, 3 - 5 and 5 - 8 mm) in CWs for domestic wastewater treatment. The study was carried out in an experimental pilot plant consisting of 12 parallelepiped beds (C × C = 0.4 × 0.4 m2;H = 0.6 m) filled from bottom to top with 0.1 m of gravel and 0.4 m of shale or laterite of different grain sizes with two replications. During the six months of operation, plant biomass and stem diameter of Pennisetum purpureum used as vegetation in the CWs were determined. Raw and treated water were also sampled and analyzed for pollutants, including chemical oxygen demand (COD), biochemical oxygen demand (BOD5), total Kjedahl nitrogen (TKN), total phosphorus (TP), and total suspended solids (TSS), using International Organization for Standardization (ISO) analytical methods. P. purpureum developed much better in the CW beds lined with shale;plant biomass ranged from 13.8 to 14.7 kg/m2 and from 11.2 to 12.5 kg/m2 in the beds lined with shale and laterite, respectively, as did stump diameter, which ranged from 15.5 to 16.1 cm and from 11.10 to 12.7 cm, respectively. However, the highest values for biomass and stump diameter for each material were obtained in the beds lined with 1 - 3 mm geomaterials. Pollutant removal efficiencies were highest in the CWs lined with laterite and shale of 1 - 3 mm grain size (76.9% - 83% COD, 78% - 84.7% BOD5, 55.5% - 72.2% TKN, 58.4% - 72.4% TP, 78.1% - 80.2% TSS), with the highest values recorded in the shale-lined beds. However, the 3 - 5 mm grain size of both materials provided quality filtrates (140 - 174 mg/L COD, 78.5 - 94.8 mg/L BOD5, 4.6 - 5.7 mg/L TP) in line with local wastewater discharge levels. This size of geomaterials appears to be suitable for optimization purposes, although further work with these materials, such as increasing the depth of the wetland, is required to improve the level of NTK and TSS discharge.展开更多
Voltage substrate mapping is a promising tool for the treatment of atrial fibrillation(AF).It is helpful to detect atrial fibrosis,which includes areas with low bipolar voltage,heterogeneous conduction properties,and ...Voltage substrate mapping is a promising tool for the treatment of atrial fibrillation(AF).It is helpful to detect atrial fibrosis,which includes areas with low bipolar voltage,heterogeneous conduction properties,and shortened effective refractory period.The voltage amplitude is typically defined as the maximal peakto-peak level within a specified time window of interest.Contemporary electroanatomic mapping platforms now enable many thousands of data points to be mapped,so that a geometric model of the atrial endocardium is constructable over a short period of time.This mapping procedure is often done with bipolar electrodes to cancel the far-field signal.The recording site coordinates are projected onto an atrial shell,with interpolation of the voltage data across the shell surface.The amplitude of the recorded bipolar electrogram depicted on the threedimensional shell provides detailed information for substrate mapping.Wherever there are areas of low peak-to-peak voltage,it is thought to mark the presence of abnormal tissue properties and conduction.However,uncontrolled variables and environmental factors affecting voltage level include the oncoming electrical activation wavefront direction,the catheter incidence angle,the force applied to the catheter,and the region-variable shape and structure of atrial tissue.Techniques and settings to acquire atrial voltage data for AF analysis have not been standardized.Methods to characterize atrial electrograms are also presently limited.These factors affect quality and reproducibility of the mapping results.Herein,voltage substrate mapping and its variables pertaining to AF and radiofrequency ablation are described and discussed,with suggestions for future work efforts.展开更多
We study the axisymmetric frictionless indentation problem of a piezoelectric semiconductor(PSC)thin film perfectly bonded to a semi-infinite isotropic elastic substrate by a rigid and insulating spherical indenter.Th...We study the axisymmetric frictionless indentation problem of a piezoelectric semiconductor(PSC)thin film perfectly bonded to a semi-infinite isotropic elastic substrate by a rigid and insulating spherical indenter.The Hankel integral transformation is first employed to derive the general solutions for the governing differential equations of the PSC film and elastic substrate.Then,using the boundary and interface conditions,the complicated indentation problem is reduced to numerically solve a Fredholm integral equation of the second kind.Numerical results are given to demonstrate the effects of semiconducting property,film thickness as well as Young’s modulus and Poisson’s ratio of the substrate on the indentation responses.The obtained findings will contribute to the establishment of indentation experiments for PSC film/substrate systems.展开更多
Organisms have evolved a strain limiting mechanism,reflected as a non-linear elastic constitutive,to prevent large deformations from threatening soft tissue integrity.Compared with linear elastic substrates,the wrinkl...Organisms have evolved a strain limiting mechanism,reflected as a non-linear elastic constitutive,to prevent large deformations from threatening soft tissue integrity.Compared with linear elastic substrates,the wrinkle of films on non-linear elastic substrates has received less attention.In this article,a unique wrinkle evolution of the film-substrate system with a J-shaped non-linear stress-strain relation is reported.The result shows that a concave hexagonal array pattern is formed with the shrinkage strain of the film-substrate systems developing.As the interconnection of hexagonal arrays,a unit cell ridge network appears with properties such as chirality and helix.The subparagraph maze pattern formed with high compression is mainly composed of special single-cell ridge networks such as spiral single cores,chiral double cores,and combined multi-cores.This evolutionary model is highly consistent with the results of experiments,and it also predicts wrinkle morphology that has not yet been reported.These findings can serve as a novel explanation for the surface wrinkle of biological soft tissue,as well as provide references for the preparation of artificial biomaterials and programmable soft matter.展开更多
Phosphor-in-glass(PiG)has been prepared into various types of phosphor films owing to its simplicity process,exceptional color purity,and convenient color adjustability.Nevertheless,existing reflective PiGs films have...Phosphor-in-glass(PiG)has been prepared into various types of phosphor films owing to its simplicity process,exceptional color purity,and convenient color adjustability.Nevertheless,existing reflective PiGs films have encountered limitations in terms of stability and feasibility as reliable color converters,mainly attributed to issues related to thermal deposition and insufficient optical efficiency.Herein,we propose to use AlN substrate with superior thermal conductivity to coat the TiO_(2) layer to obtain TiO_(2)-AlN(TA),which enhances the reflectivity of blue light to facilitate the light conversion process.By incorporating highly thermally stable LuAG:Ce-PiGs on a TA substrate,the LuAG:Ce-PiTA converter exhibits a luminous flux of 1102 lm@6.4 W,and maintains a relative intensity of 94.6%at 473 K benefiting from the high thermal conductivity of 34.1 W/(m·K).The addition of CASN_(3):Eu to the color converter 50 L&10C-PiTA enables an impressive CRI of 90.7.Relative lumine scence intensities of LuAG:Ce-PiTA and 50 L&10C-PiTA only decrease by 5.35%and 3.28%,respectively,in the 24 h illumination aging decay test of the reflective laser module.The results confirm the suitability of the optimally designed TA substrate for LuAG:Ce color converter applications in high-power reflective laser illumination.展开更多
Laser etching and laser chemical vapor deposition(LCVD)techniques were proposed for the rapid preparation of high-purity,strongly bonded SiC porous micro-nano-coatings on quartz substrates.The laser serves as an exter...Laser etching and laser chemical vapor deposition(LCVD)techniques were proposed for the rapid preparation of high-purity,strongly bonded SiC porous micro-nano-coatings on quartz substrates.The laser serves as an external driving force for the vertical growth of SiC whiskers,facilitating the formation of a porous nanostructure that resembles coral models found in the macroscopic biological world.The porous nanostructures are beneficial for reducing thermal expansion mismatch and relieving residual stress.It is capable of eliminating the cracks on the surface of SiC coatings as well as enhancing the bonding of SiC coatings with quartz substrates to avoid coating detachment.展开更多
The influence of the electronic and steric properties of bromoaromatic substrates on direct arylation polymerization for synthesizing high-molecular-weight conjugated polymers was investigated through a combination of...The influence of the electronic and steric properties of bromoaromatic substrates on direct arylation polymerization for synthesizing high-molecular-weight conjugated polymers was investigated through a combination of experiments and calculations.Bromo-aromatic substrates with electron-withdrawing fluoro substituents exhibited higher yields and degrees of polymerization under PPh3-assisted conditions compared to those with electron-donating or bulky methyl substituents.Additionally,excessive steric hindrance at ortho-sites or overly electrondeficient dibromoaromatic substrates leads to reaction inactivation.Calculations indicated that electron-withdrawing substituents enhanced the electrophilicity of arylpalladium-PPh3intermediates,facilitating the activation of electron-rich arylative substrates and promoting polymer growth.Furthermore,steric hindrance from the substituents can influence the preferred reaction pathway,thereby increasing the real reaction barriers.Both experimental and computational results suggest that bromoaromatic substrates with optimized electron-deficient characteristics significantly improve monomer conversion and polymerization efficiency with n-hexylmethylether-substituted EDOT.These findings clarify how the electronic and steric properties of bromo-aromatic substrates affect EDOT derivative activation and are expected to aid in optimizing the polymerization conditions for the preparation of high-molecular-weight conjugated polymers.展开更多
Electronics over flexible substrates offer advantages of flexibility, portability and low cost, and promising applications in the areas of energy, information, defense science and medical service. In recent years, tre...Electronics over flexible substrates offer advantages of flexibility, portability and low cost, and promising applications in the areas of energy, information, defense science and medical service. In recent years, tremendous progress has been witnessed in the development of flexible wearable devices that can be potentially massively deployed. Of particular interest are intelligent wearable devices, such as sensors and storage cells, which can be integrated by flexible magnetoelectronic devices based on magnetic thin films. To examine this further, the magnetic properties of FeNi thin films with different thicknesses grown on flexible graphene substrate are investigated at room temperature. The coercivity increases with increasing thicknesses of FeNi thin film, which can be attributed to the increase of grain size and decrease of surface roughness. Moreover, the thickness modulated magnetic property shows a magnetic anisotropy shift increase with varying thicknesses of FeNi thin film by using measurements based on ferromagnetic resonance, which further enhances the resonance frequency. In addition, the resonance peak is quite stable after bending it for ten cycles. The result is promising for the future design of flexible magnetoelectronic devices.展开更多
Heterogeneous crystallization is a common occurrence during the formation of solidwastes.It leads to the encapsulation of valuable/hazardous metals within the primary phase,presenting significant challenges for waste ...Heterogeneous crystallization is a common occurrence during the formation of solidwastes.It leads to the encapsulation of valuable/hazardous metals within the primary phase,presenting significant challenges for waste treatment andmetal recovery.Herein,we proposed a novel method involving the in-situ formation of a competitive substrate during the precipitation of jarosite waste,which is an essential process for removing iron in zinc hydrometallurgy.We observed that the in-situ-formed competitive substrate effectively inhibits the heterogeneous crystallization of jarosite on the surface of anglesite,a lead-rich phase present in the jarositewaste.As a result,the iron content on the anglesite surface decreases from34.8%to 1.65%.The competitive substrate was identified as schwertmannite,characterized by its loose structure and large surface area.Furthermore,we have elucidated a novel mechanism underlying this inhibition of heterogeneous crystallization,which involves the local supersaturation of jarosite caused by the release of ferric and sulfate ions from the competitive substrate.The local supersaturation promotes the preferential heterogeneous crystallization of jarosite on the competitive substrate.Interestingly,during the formation of jarosite,the competitive substrate gradually vanished through a dissolution-recrystallization process following the Ostwald rule,where a metastable phase slowly transitions to a stable phase.This effectively precluded the introduction of impurities and reduced waste volume.The goal of this study is to provide fresh insights into the mechanism of heterogeneous crystallization control,and to offer practical crystallization strategies conducive to metal separation and recovery from solid waste in industries.展开更多
Thin-film nanocomposite(TFN) membranes have garnered considerable attention for their potential to improve separation performance by incorporating nanomaterials. However, challenges such as these materials' uneven...Thin-film nanocomposite(TFN) membranes have garnered considerable attention for their potential to improve separation performance by incorporating nanomaterials. However, challenges such as these materials' uneven distribution and aggregation have hindered practical applications. While prior studies have largely concentrated on modifying nanosheets for compatibility with polymer matrices, the role of substrate pore size in influencing nanosheet distribution has been overlooked. In this work, MoS_(2) nanosheets were dispersed in an aqueous phase to fabricate TFN membranes, investigating the effect of substrate pore size relative to the nanosheets. By systematically varying the particle size of MoS_(2) and the pore size of the substrate, we reveal how these factors impact material distribution and structural uniformity within the membranes. Our findings reveal that larger substrate pores allow the MoS_(2)-containing monomer solution to infiltrate more effectively, minimizing nanosheet aggregation. This enhances membrane performance by promoting better dispersion. Our results underscore the importance of considering the relative size of substrate pores and nanosheets in TFN membrane design, providing a pathway to improved material integration and higher membrane efficiency.展开更多
Doped HfO_(2)as an emerging ferroelectric material,holds considerable promise for non-volatile memory applications.Epitaxial growth of doped HfO_(2)thin films is widely adopted as an effective technique for revealing ...Doped HfO_(2)as an emerging ferroelectric material,holds considerable promise for non-volatile memory applications.Epitaxial growth of doped HfO_(2)thin films is widely adopted as an effective technique for revealing the intrinsic ferroelectric properties.In this study,based on systematic structural,chemical and electrical investigations,the influences of Mn doping and substrate orientation on ferroelectric properties of Mn-doped HfO_(2)epitaxial thin films are investigated.The results demonstrate that Mn-doped HfO_(2)thin films with orthorhombic phase can be epitaxially grown along[111]out-of-plane direction on both SrTiO_(3)(001)and(110)substrates,and 10%Mn-doping significantly stabilizes the orthorhombic polar phase and enhances the ferroelectric polarization.Interestingly,compared to the films on SrTiO_(3)(001)substrate,the better crystallinity and reduction of oxygen vacancy amount in Mn-doped HfO_(2)films grown on the SrTiO_(3)(110)substrate are observed,which enhance the remanent polarization and reduce the coercive field.It provides an effective approach for the controllable regulation of defects and the enhancement of intrinsic ferroelectricity in HfO_(2)-based materials.展开更多
This study examines the effects of germination substrates incorporating spent mushroom substrate(SMS)and locally sourced organic materials on the growth and vigor of cocoa seedlings.Seven treatments were evaluated usi...This study examines the effects of germination substrates incorporating spent mushroom substrate(SMS)and locally sourced organic materials on the growth and vigor of cocoa seedlings.Seven treatments were evaluated using a Completely Randomized Design(CRD),comprising combinations of coconut coir,rice husk,sugarcane bagasse,and biochar.Key findings reveal that treatments combining SMS,sugarcane bagasse,and either coconut coir or biochar(T6 and T7)achieved significantly higher survival rates and Dickson Quality Index(DQI)scores compared to conventional soil(T1).These treatments provided favorable chemical properties,including optimal pH,electrical conductivity,and nutrient content(N,P,K),which are critical for cocoa seedling development.The results suggest that using SMS with agricultural waste as an alternative germination medium can reduce cultivation costs,enhance seedling growth,and contribute to sustainable agricultural practices by repurposing organic waste.This approach not only offers cost-effective benefits for farmers but also mitigates environmental impacts associated with waste disposal.展开更多
This research aims to explore the decoration of TiO_(2)substrates with silver nanoparticles as a means of enhancing the photocatalytic oxidation of organic compounds.The results show that decorated TiO_(2)substrates e...This research aims to explore the decoration of TiO_(2)substrates with silver nanoparticles as a means of enhancing the photocatalytic oxidation of organic compounds.The results show that decorated TiO_(2)substrates exhibit significantly higher photocatalytic activity in sunlight than undecorated substrates.Morphological analysis is performed,followed by optical and structural characterizations.Scanning electron microscopy analysis of the TiO_(2)reveals many nanotubular structures with particle sizes of∼134.4,148.8,and 132.7 nm at random locations.TiO_(2)is also found to have an absorbance range of 397.6 nm,from which it is known that the photocatalyst reacts in the presence of an ultraviolet source.From the Miller indices of the x-ray diffraction peaks,the preferred crystal orientation is found to be associated with a face-centered cubic structure with a crystallite size of 3.76 nm.Using these promising results,photocatalytic analysis is performed,revealing good degradation characteristics.This investigation reveals that TiO_(2)substrates coated with Ag nanoparticles possess significant potential for application in the photocatalytic oxidation of methylene blue dye,which is a crucial step toward establishing a cleaner environment.展开更多
Anti-phase domain defects easily form in the in-plane GaAs nanowires(NWs)grown on CMOS-compatiblegroup IV substrates,which makes it difficult to obtain GaAs NWs with a designed length and also leads to asignificant li...Anti-phase domain defects easily form in the in-plane GaAs nanowires(NWs)grown on CMOS-compatiblegroup IV substrates,which makes it difficult to obtain GaAs NWs with a designed length and also leads to asignificant limitation in the growth of high-quality in-plane GaAs NW networks on such substrates.Here,wereport on the selective area growth of anti-phase domain-free in-plane GaAs NWs and NW networks on Ge(111)substrates.Detailed structural studies confirm that the GaAs NW grown using a large pattern period and GaAsNW networks grown by adding the Sb are both high-quality pure zinc-blende single crystals free of stackingfaults,twin defects,and anti-phase domain defects.Room-temperature photoluminescence measurements show asubstantial improvement in crystal quality and good consistency and uniformity of the GaAs NW networks.Ourwork provides useful insights into the controlled growth of high-quality anti-phase domain-defects-free in-planeIII-V NWs and NW networks.展开更多
Conversion of solar energy into H_(2) by photoelectrochemical(PEC)water splitting is recognized as an ideal way to address the growing energy crisis and environmental issues.In a typical PEC cell,the construction of p...Conversion of solar energy into H_(2) by photoelectrochemical(PEC)water splitting is recognized as an ideal way to address the growing energy crisis and environmental issues.In a typical PEC cell,the construction of photoanodes is crucial to guarantee the high efficiency and stability of PEC reactions,which fundamentally rely on rationally designed semiconductors(as the active materials)and substrates(as the current collectors).In this review work,we start with a brief introduction of the roles of substrates in the PEC process.Then,we provide a systematic overview of representative strategies for the controlled fabrication of photoanodes on rationally designed substrates,including conductive glass,metal,sapphire,silicon,silicon carbide,and flexible substrates.Finally,some prospects concerning the challenges and research directions in this area are proposed.展开更多
In this letter,high power density AlGaN/GaN high electron-mobility transistors(HEMTs)on a freestanding GaN substrate are reported.An asymmetricΓ-shaped 500-nm gate with a field plate of 650 nm is introduced to improv...In this letter,high power density AlGaN/GaN high electron-mobility transistors(HEMTs)on a freestanding GaN substrate are reported.An asymmetricΓ-shaped 500-nm gate with a field plate of 650 nm is introduced to improve microwave power performance.The breakdown voltage(BV)is increased to more than 200 V for the fabricated device with gate-to-source and gate-to-drain distances of 1.08 and 2.92μm.A record continuous-wave power density of 11.2 W/mm@10 GHz is realized with a drain bias of 70 V.The maximum oscillation frequency(f_(max))and unity current gain cut-off frequency(f_(t))of the AlGaN/GaN HEMTs exceed 30 and 20 GHz,respectively.The results demonstrate the potential of AlGaN/GaN HEMTs on freestanding GaN substrates for microwave power applications.展开更多
Novel substrates consisted of different fresh agro-industrial residues,their corresponding and commercial spent mushroom substrates(i.e.SMS deriving from laboratory-scale experiments and SMS deriving from industrial-s...Novel substrates consisted of different fresh agro-industrial residues,their corresponding and commercial spent mushroom substrates(i.e.SMS deriving from laboratory-scale experiments and SMS deriving from industrial-scale experiments by Green Zin S.A.-SMS GZ)and Pleurotus waste(PW;stipes/mishappen mushrooms)were used in blends for a new cultivation cycle of Pleurotus ostreatus and P.eryngii mushrooms in bags.Their impact on the biochemical properties(intra-cellular polysaccharides-IPSs,protein,lipid,total phenolic compounds-TPCs,individual carbohydrates composition of the IPSs)in the first-and second-flush whole mushrooms,pilei and stipes,as well as the fatty acids composition,the antioxidant activity(in the first-flush mushroom parts)and glucan content of stipes were examined.Both species produced satisfactory IPSs quantities in all substrates(28.69-46.38%,w/w)and significant protein amounts(18.37-26.80%,w/w).The further SMS addition(80%,w/w instead of 40%,w/w)in the cultivation substrates affected positively the mushroom IPSs values,whereas the highest protein content was detected in mushroom’s parts cultivated on substrates consisted of fresh agro-industrial residues.Mushroom’s lipid content was affected differently by the various substrate combinations,with SMS presence resulting in mushrooms with a lower fat content than those produced in substrates with PW addition.Fresh substrates with PW and those with coffee residue were the most favorable for TPCs production.Regarding production flushes,the nutritional value of mushrooms was comparable between them,only a slight increase in TPCs of second-flush carposomes was detected.Glucose was the predominant monosaccharide of the produced IPSs,combined with a significant production of total and β-glucans.SMSs and PW addition had a positive impact on antioxidant activity,too.A higher quantity of lipids,TPCs and significant antioxidant activity were detected in all Pleurotus pilei than stipes,whereas the latter were richer in IPSs.Both pilei and stipes had a significant protein amount.Hence,the data obtained by this study support the positive effect of different types of SMS and mushroom waste on P.ostreatus and P.eryngii nutritional value.展开更多
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52060011).
文摘Enhancing soil organic matter characteristics,ameliorating physical structure,mitigating heavy metal toxicity,and hastening mineral weathering processes are crucial approaches to accomplish the transition of tailings substrate to a soil-like substrate.The incorporation of biomass co-pyrolysis and plant colonization has been established to be a significant factor in soil substrate formation and soil pollutant remediation.Despite this,there is presently an absence of research efforts aimed at synergistically utilizing these two technologies to expedite the process of mining tailings soil substrate formation.The current study aimed to investigate the underlying mechanism of geochemical changes and rapid mineral weathering during the process of transforming tailings substrate into a soil-like substrate,under the combined effects of biomass co-smoldering pyrolysis and plant colonization.The findings of this study suggest that the incorporation of smoldering pyrolysis and plant colonization induces a high-temperature effect and biological effects,which enhance the physical and chemical properties of tailings,while simultaneously accelerating the rate of mineral weathering.Notable improvements include the amelioration of extreme pH levels,nutrient enrichment,the formation of aggregates,and an increase in enzyme activity,all of which collectively demonstrate the successful attainment of tailings substrate reconstruction.Evidence of the acceleratedweathering was verified by phase and surfacemorphology analysis using X-ray diffraction and scanning electron microscopy.Discovered corrosion and fragmentation on the surface ofminerals.The weathering resulted in corrosion and fragmentation of the surface of the treated mineral.This study confirms that co-smoldering pyrolysis of biomass,combined with plant colonization,can effectively promote the transformation of tailings into soil-like substrates.This method has can effectively address the key challenges that have previously hindered sustainable development of the mining industry and provides a novel approach for ecological restoration of tailings deposits.
基金Funding was provided by the CNRS,La Rochelle Université,the LPO,the Agence de l’Eau Adour-Garonne,the Conseil Départemental de la Charente-Maritime,the ANR PAMPAS(ANR-18-CE32-0006)the Beauval Nature association,the Contrat de plan Etat-région Econat and the Région Nouvelle Aquitaine(Projet d’Observatoire du Marais de Brouage-PSGAR CRNA 2025).
文摘Animal species exhibit a wide range of coloration and patterns,which are under strong selection and often linked to individual quality,influencing mate choice,recognition,signaling,and interspecific interactions such as predator avoidance.In amphibians,coloration can vary based on individual traits as well as environmental conditions,including the coloration of their environment.In this study,we described the dorsal coloration(body coloration reticulated by dark patches)in 676 Western spadefoot toads(Pelobates cultripes)from the French Atlantic coast,comparing color variations across different substrates.In addition,we assessed color change in 18 toads transferred between bright and dark substrates.We demonstrated that the dorsal coloration varies based on capture locations(beach vs.inland)and associated substrate types(bright vs.dark),suggesting background color matching.We showed more pronounced effects in females,which might reflect varying predation risks.Experimentally,we showed that individuals can rapidly adjust their coloration to match the substrate within 24 h.Rapid color changes in response to substrate type indicate significant pigmentation plasticity.Bright individuals from sandy substrates showed less dorsal background(body)color change than dark inland individuals,while patch coloration responded differently depending on the substrate of origin.These findings highlight the complex interactions between substrate type,sex,and pigmentation plasticity.These interactions have potential costs and benefits,which might be linked to melanin production,which warrant further investigation.
基金financially supported by the Key Research and Development Projects of Shaanxi Province(Grant Nos.2025CYYBXM-154 and 2024GX-YBXM-213)the Yulin Science and Technology Bureau(Grant Nos.2023-CXY-202 and 2024-CXY-154)the Technology Innovation Leading Program of Shaanxi(Programs 2023GXLH-068)。
文摘The magnesium-based materials are acknowledged as one of the most promising solid-state hydrogen storage mediums,attributed to their superior hydrogen storage capacity.Nevertheless,challenges such as sluggish kinetics,thermodynamic stability,inadequate cycling stability,and difficulties in activation impede the commercial utilization of Mg-based composites.Research indicates that reducing material dimensions to the nanoscale represents an efficacious strategy to address these issues.In this work,we systematically analyze the impact of nanosizing on Mg-based composites from three perspectives:nano-substrate modulation,nano-catalyst construction,and nano-catalytic mechanism.This analysis aims to provide guidance for the optimization and development of nanosizing strategies.For the regulation of nanosizing of Mg-based composites,the nanosizing of multi-element micro-alloyed Mg-rich systems,the integrated synthesis of multi-element multi-component nano-catalysts,and the coexistence of multiple nano-catalytic mechanisms are proposed in the light of the current state of the art research,artificial intelligence technology,and advanced characterization technology to achieve efficient,multidimensional,and simultaneous regulation of the hydrogen storage performance of Mg-based composites.This paper also envisions future directions and potential applications,emphasizing the importance of interdisciplinary approaches that integrate material science,chemistry,and computational modeling to overcome existing limitations and unlock the full potential of Mg-based hydrogen storage technologies.
文摘Constructed Wetlands (CWs) are currently one of the most promising techniques for wastewater treatment, having demonstrated their effectiveness. However, the choice of substrate particle size is critical to the smooth operation of the process, as hydrodynamic constraints require a coarse particle size, whereas wastewater treatment recommends a fine particle size. This study investigates the suitability of laterite and shale as substrates of different sizes (1 - 3, 3 - 5 and 5 - 8 mm) in CWs for domestic wastewater treatment. The study was carried out in an experimental pilot plant consisting of 12 parallelepiped beds (C × C = 0.4 × 0.4 m2;H = 0.6 m) filled from bottom to top with 0.1 m of gravel and 0.4 m of shale or laterite of different grain sizes with two replications. During the six months of operation, plant biomass and stem diameter of Pennisetum purpureum used as vegetation in the CWs were determined. Raw and treated water were also sampled and analyzed for pollutants, including chemical oxygen demand (COD), biochemical oxygen demand (BOD5), total Kjedahl nitrogen (TKN), total phosphorus (TP), and total suspended solids (TSS), using International Organization for Standardization (ISO) analytical methods. P. purpureum developed much better in the CW beds lined with shale;plant biomass ranged from 13.8 to 14.7 kg/m2 and from 11.2 to 12.5 kg/m2 in the beds lined with shale and laterite, respectively, as did stump diameter, which ranged from 15.5 to 16.1 cm and from 11.10 to 12.7 cm, respectively. However, the highest values for biomass and stump diameter for each material were obtained in the beds lined with 1 - 3 mm geomaterials. Pollutant removal efficiencies were highest in the CWs lined with laterite and shale of 1 - 3 mm grain size (76.9% - 83% COD, 78% - 84.7% BOD5, 55.5% - 72.2% TKN, 58.4% - 72.4% TP, 78.1% - 80.2% TSS), with the highest values recorded in the shale-lined beds. However, the 3 - 5 mm grain size of both materials provided quality filtrates (140 - 174 mg/L COD, 78.5 - 94.8 mg/L BOD5, 4.6 - 5.7 mg/L TP) in line with local wastewater discharge levels. This size of geomaterials appears to be suitable for optimization purposes, although further work with these materials, such as increasing the depth of the wetland, is required to improve the level of NTK and TSS discharge.
文摘Voltage substrate mapping is a promising tool for the treatment of atrial fibrillation(AF).It is helpful to detect atrial fibrosis,which includes areas with low bipolar voltage,heterogeneous conduction properties,and shortened effective refractory period.The voltage amplitude is typically defined as the maximal peakto-peak level within a specified time window of interest.Contemporary electroanatomic mapping platforms now enable many thousands of data points to be mapped,so that a geometric model of the atrial endocardium is constructable over a short period of time.This mapping procedure is often done with bipolar electrodes to cancel the far-field signal.The recording site coordinates are projected onto an atrial shell,with interpolation of the voltage data across the shell surface.The amplitude of the recorded bipolar electrogram depicted on the threedimensional shell provides detailed information for substrate mapping.Wherever there are areas of low peak-to-peak voltage,it is thought to mark the presence of abnormal tissue properties and conduction.However,uncontrolled variables and environmental factors affecting voltage level include the oncoming electrical activation wavefront direction,the catheter incidence angle,the force applied to the catheter,and the region-variable shape and structure of atrial tissue.Techniques and settings to acquire atrial voltage data for AF analysis have not been standardized.Methods to characterize atrial electrograms are also presently limited.These factors affect quality and reproducibility of the mapping results.Herein,voltage substrate mapping and its variables pertaining to AF and radiofrequency ablation are described and discussed,with suggestions for future work efforts.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.12072209,U21A20430,12192211,12472155)the S&T Program of Hebei(225676162GH).
文摘We study the axisymmetric frictionless indentation problem of a piezoelectric semiconductor(PSC)thin film perfectly bonded to a semi-infinite isotropic elastic substrate by a rigid and insulating spherical indenter.The Hankel integral transformation is first employed to derive the general solutions for the governing differential equations of the PSC film and elastic substrate.Then,using the boundary and interface conditions,the complicated indentation problem is reduced to numerically solve a Fredholm integral equation of the second kind.Numerical results are given to demonstrate the effects of semiconducting property,film thickness as well as Young’s modulus and Poisson’s ratio of the substrate on the indentation responses.The obtained findings will contribute to the establishment of indentation experiments for PSC film/substrate systems.
基金This work was supported by the Youth Project of Hunan Provincial Department of Education(Grant No.22B0334)the Bridge and Tunnel Engineering Innovation Project of Changsha University of Science&Technology(Grant No.11ZDXK11)and the Practical Innovation and Entrepreneurship Capacity Improvement Plan of Changsha University of Science and Technology(Grant No.CLSJCX23029).
文摘Organisms have evolved a strain limiting mechanism,reflected as a non-linear elastic constitutive,to prevent large deformations from threatening soft tissue integrity.Compared with linear elastic substrates,the wrinkle of films on non-linear elastic substrates has received less attention.In this article,a unique wrinkle evolution of the film-substrate system with a J-shaped non-linear stress-strain relation is reported.The result shows that a concave hexagonal array pattern is formed with the shrinkage strain of the film-substrate systems developing.As the interconnection of hexagonal arrays,a unit cell ridge network appears with properties such as chirality and helix.The subparagraph maze pattern formed with high compression is mainly composed of special single-cell ridge networks such as spiral single cores,chiral double cores,and combined multi-cores.This evolutionary model is highly consistent with the results of experiments,and it also predicts wrinkle morphology that has not yet been reported.These findings can serve as a novel explanation for the surface wrinkle of biological soft tissue,as well as provide references for the preparation of artificial biomaterials and programmable soft matter.
文摘Phosphor-in-glass(PiG)has been prepared into various types of phosphor films owing to its simplicity process,exceptional color purity,and convenient color adjustability.Nevertheless,existing reflective PiGs films have encountered limitations in terms of stability and feasibility as reliable color converters,mainly attributed to issues related to thermal deposition and insufficient optical efficiency.Herein,we propose to use AlN substrate with superior thermal conductivity to coat the TiO_(2) layer to obtain TiO_(2)-AlN(TA),which enhances the reflectivity of blue light to facilitate the light conversion process.By incorporating highly thermally stable LuAG:Ce-PiGs on a TA substrate,the LuAG:Ce-PiTA converter exhibits a luminous flux of 1102 lm@6.4 W,and maintains a relative intensity of 94.6%at 473 K benefiting from the high thermal conductivity of 34.1 W/(m·K).The addition of CASN_(3):Eu to the color converter 50 L&10C-PiTA enables an impressive CRI of 90.7.Relative lumine scence intensities of LuAG:Ce-PiTA and 50 L&10C-PiTA only decrease by 5.35%and 3.28%,respectively,in the 24 h illumination aging decay test of the reflective laser module.The results confirm the suitability of the optimally designed TA substrate for LuAG:Ce color converter applications in high-power reflective laser illumination.
基金Funded by the International Science&Technology Cooperation Program of Hubei Province of China(No.2022EHB024)the National Key Research and Development Plan(Nos.2018YFE0103600 and 2021YFB3703100)+1 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.51872212,51972244,52002075,and 52102066)the 111 Project(No.B13035)。
文摘Laser etching and laser chemical vapor deposition(LCVD)techniques were proposed for the rapid preparation of high-purity,strongly bonded SiC porous micro-nano-coatings on quartz substrates.The laser serves as an external driving force for the vertical growth of SiC whiskers,facilitating the formation of a porous nanostructure that resembles coral models found in the macroscopic biological world.The porous nanostructures are beneficial for reducing thermal expansion mismatch and relieving residual stress.It is capable of eliminating the cracks on the surface of SiC coatings as well as enhancing the bonding of SiC coatings with quartz substrates to avoid coating detachment.
文摘The influence of the electronic and steric properties of bromoaromatic substrates on direct arylation polymerization for synthesizing high-molecular-weight conjugated polymers was investigated through a combination of experiments and calculations.Bromo-aromatic substrates with electron-withdrawing fluoro substituents exhibited higher yields and degrees of polymerization under PPh3-assisted conditions compared to those with electron-donating or bulky methyl substituents.Additionally,excessive steric hindrance at ortho-sites or overly electrondeficient dibromoaromatic substrates leads to reaction inactivation.Calculations indicated that electron-withdrawing substituents enhanced the electrophilicity of arylpalladium-PPh3intermediates,facilitating the activation of electron-rich arylative substrates and promoting polymer growth.Furthermore,steric hindrance from the substituents can influence the preferred reaction pathway,thereby increasing the real reaction barriers.Both experimental and computational results suggest that bromoaromatic substrates with optimized electron-deficient characteristics significantly improve monomer conversion and polymerization efficiency with n-hexylmethylether-substituted EDOT.These findings clarify how the electronic and steric properties of bromo-aromatic substrates affect EDOT derivative activation and are expected to aid in optimizing the polymerization conditions for the preparation of high-molecular-weight conjugated polymers.
基金Project supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant Nos. 51901163 and 12104171)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities (Grant No. 2021XXJS025)the Natural Science Foundation of Hubei Province (Grants No. 2024AFB888)。
文摘Electronics over flexible substrates offer advantages of flexibility, portability and low cost, and promising applications in the areas of energy, information, defense science and medical service. In recent years, tremendous progress has been witnessed in the development of flexible wearable devices that can be potentially massively deployed. Of particular interest are intelligent wearable devices, such as sensors and storage cells, which can be integrated by flexible magnetoelectronic devices based on magnetic thin films. To examine this further, the magnetic properties of FeNi thin films with different thicknesses grown on flexible graphene substrate are investigated at room temperature. The coercivity increases with increasing thicknesses of FeNi thin film, which can be attributed to the increase of grain size and decrease of surface roughness. Moreover, the thickness modulated magnetic property shows a magnetic anisotropy shift increase with varying thicknesses of FeNi thin film by using measurements based on ferromagnetic resonance, which further enhances the resonance frequency. In addition, the resonance peak is quite stable after bending it for ten cycles. The result is promising for the future design of flexible magnetoelectronic devices.
基金supported by the Foundation for Innovative Research Groups of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52121004)the Major Program Natural Science Foundation of Hunan Province of China(No.2021JC0001)+2 种基金the National Key R&D Programof China(No.2022YFC3900200)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.22276218)the Science and Technology Innovation Programof Hunan Province(No.2021RC3013).
文摘Heterogeneous crystallization is a common occurrence during the formation of solidwastes.It leads to the encapsulation of valuable/hazardous metals within the primary phase,presenting significant challenges for waste treatment andmetal recovery.Herein,we proposed a novel method involving the in-situ formation of a competitive substrate during the precipitation of jarosite waste,which is an essential process for removing iron in zinc hydrometallurgy.We observed that the in-situ-formed competitive substrate effectively inhibits the heterogeneous crystallization of jarosite on the surface of anglesite,a lead-rich phase present in the jarositewaste.As a result,the iron content on the anglesite surface decreases from34.8%to 1.65%.The competitive substrate was identified as schwertmannite,characterized by its loose structure and large surface area.Furthermore,we have elucidated a novel mechanism underlying this inhibition of heterogeneous crystallization,which involves the local supersaturation of jarosite caused by the release of ferric and sulfate ions from the competitive substrate.The local supersaturation promotes the preferential heterogeneous crystallization of jarosite on the competitive substrate.Interestingly,during the formation of jarosite,the competitive substrate gradually vanished through a dissolution-recrystallization process following the Ostwald rule,where a metastable phase slowly transitions to a stable phase.This effectively precluded the introduction of impurities and reduced waste volume.The goal of this study is to provide fresh insights into the mechanism of heterogeneous crystallization control,and to offer practical crystallization strategies conducive to metal separation and recovery from solid waste in industries.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No. 22076075)Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Soil and Groundwater Pollution Control (No. 2023B1212060002)+1 种基金the Key Program of Fundamental Research from the Shenzhen Science and Technology Innovation Commission (No. JCYJ20220818100218039)the General Program of Fundamental Research from the Shenzhen Science and Technology Innovation Commission (No. JCY20230807092500001)。
文摘Thin-film nanocomposite(TFN) membranes have garnered considerable attention for their potential to improve separation performance by incorporating nanomaterials. However, challenges such as these materials' uneven distribution and aggregation have hindered practical applications. While prior studies have largely concentrated on modifying nanosheets for compatibility with polymer matrices, the role of substrate pore size in influencing nanosheet distribution has been overlooked. In this work, MoS_(2) nanosheets were dispersed in an aqueous phase to fabricate TFN membranes, investigating the effect of substrate pore size relative to the nanosheets. By systematically varying the particle size of MoS_(2) and the pore size of the substrate, we reveal how these factors impact material distribution and structural uniformity within the membranes. Our findings reveal that larger substrate pores allow the MoS_(2)-containing monomer solution to infiltrate more effectively, minimizing nanosheet aggregation. This enhances membrane performance by promoting better dispersion. Our results underscore the importance of considering the relative size of substrate pores and nanosheets in TFN membrane design, providing a pathway to improved material integration and higher membrane efficiency.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.52125204,52250281,52422209,92163210,and U21A2066)the Na-tional Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant Nos.2024YFA1208601,2022YFB3807602,and 2022YFB3807604).
文摘Doped HfO_(2)as an emerging ferroelectric material,holds considerable promise for non-volatile memory applications.Epitaxial growth of doped HfO_(2)thin films is widely adopted as an effective technique for revealing the intrinsic ferroelectric properties.In this study,based on systematic structural,chemical and electrical investigations,the influences of Mn doping and substrate orientation on ferroelectric properties of Mn-doped HfO_(2)epitaxial thin films are investigated.The results demonstrate that Mn-doped HfO_(2)thin films with orthorhombic phase can be epitaxially grown along[111]out-of-plane direction on both SrTiO_(3)(001)and(110)substrates,and 10%Mn-doping significantly stabilizes the orthorhombic polar phase and enhances the ferroelectric polarization.Interestingly,compared to the films on SrTiO_(3)(001)substrate,the better crystallinity and reduction of oxygen vacancy amount in Mn-doped HfO_(2)films grown on the SrTiO_(3)(110)substrate are observed,which enhance the remanent polarization and reduce the coercive field.It provides an effective approach for the controllable regulation of defects and the enhancement of intrinsic ferroelectricity in HfO_(2)-based materials.
文摘This study examines the effects of germination substrates incorporating spent mushroom substrate(SMS)and locally sourced organic materials on the growth and vigor of cocoa seedlings.Seven treatments were evaluated using a Completely Randomized Design(CRD),comprising combinations of coconut coir,rice husk,sugarcane bagasse,and biochar.Key findings reveal that treatments combining SMS,sugarcane bagasse,and either coconut coir or biochar(T6 and T7)achieved significantly higher survival rates and Dickson Quality Index(DQI)scores compared to conventional soil(T1).These treatments provided favorable chemical properties,including optimal pH,electrical conductivity,and nutrient content(N,P,K),which are critical for cocoa seedling development.The results suggest that using SMS with agricultural waste as an alternative germination medium can reduce cultivation costs,enhance seedling growth,and contribute to sustainable agricultural practices by repurposing organic waste.This approach not only offers cost-effective benefits for farmers but also mitigates environmental impacts associated with waste disposal.
文摘This research aims to explore the decoration of TiO_(2)substrates with silver nanoparticles as a means of enhancing the photocatalytic oxidation of organic compounds.The results show that decorated TiO_(2)substrates exhibit significantly higher photocatalytic activity in sunlight than undecorated substrates.Morphological analysis is performed,followed by optical and structural characterizations.Scanning electron microscopy analysis of the TiO_(2)reveals many nanotubular structures with particle sizes of∼134.4,148.8,and 132.7 nm at random locations.TiO_(2)is also found to have an absorbance range of 397.6 nm,from which it is known that the photocatalyst reacts in the presence of an ultraviolet source.From the Miller indices of the x-ray diffraction peaks,the preferred crystal orientation is found to be associated with a face-centered cubic structure with a crystallite size of 3.76 nm.Using these promising results,photocatalytic analysis is performed,revealing good degradation characteristics.This investigation reveals that TiO_(2)substrates coated with Ag nanoparticles possess significant potential for application in the photocatalytic oxidation of methylene blue dye,which is a crucial step toward establishing a cleaner environment.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.12374459,61974138,and 92065106)the Innovation Program for Quantum Science and Technology(Grant No.2021ZD0302400)+1 种基金the Strategic Priority Research Program of Chinese Academy of Sciences(Grant No.XDB0460000)the support from the Youth Innovation Promotion Association,Chinese Academy of Sciences(Grant Nos.2017156 and Y2021043)。
文摘Anti-phase domain defects easily form in the in-plane GaAs nanowires(NWs)grown on CMOS-compatiblegroup IV substrates,which makes it difficult to obtain GaAs NWs with a designed length and also leads to asignificant limitation in the growth of high-quality in-plane GaAs NW networks on such substrates.Here,wereport on the selective area growth of anti-phase domain-free in-plane GaAs NWs and NW networks on Ge(111)substrates.Detailed structural studies confirm that the GaAs NW grown using a large pattern period and GaAsNW networks grown by adding the Sb are both high-quality pure zinc-blende single crystals free of stackingfaults,twin defects,and anti-phase domain defects.Room-temperature photoluminescence measurements show asubstantial improvement in crystal quality and good consistency and uniformity of the GaAs NW networks.Ourwork provides useful insights into the controlled growth of high-quality anti-phase domain-defects-free in-planeIII-V NWs and NW networks.
基金Natural Science Foundation of Zhejiang Province,Grant/Award Number:LY23E020002National Natural Science Foundation of China,Grant/Award Number:52272085 and 51972178+1 种基金Natural Science Foundation of Ningbo,Grant/Award Number:2021J145China Postdoctoral Science Foundation,Grant/Award Number:2020M681966。
文摘Conversion of solar energy into H_(2) by photoelectrochemical(PEC)water splitting is recognized as an ideal way to address the growing energy crisis and environmental issues.In a typical PEC cell,the construction of photoanodes is crucial to guarantee the high efficiency and stability of PEC reactions,which fundamentally rely on rationally designed semiconductors(as the active materials)and substrates(as the current collectors).In this review work,we start with a brief introduction of the roles of substrates in the PEC process.Then,we provide a systematic overview of representative strategies for the controlled fabrication of photoanodes on rationally designed substrates,including conductive glass,metal,sapphire,silicon,silicon carbide,and flexible substrates.Finally,some prospects concerning the challenges and research directions in this area are proposed.
文摘In this letter,high power density AlGaN/GaN high electron-mobility transistors(HEMTs)on a freestanding GaN substrate are reported.An asymmetricΓ-shaped 500-nm gate with a field plate of 650 nm is introduced to improve microwave power performance.The breakdown voltage(BV)is increased to more than 200 V for the fabricated device with gate-to-source and gate-to-drain distances of 1.08 and 2.92μm.A record continuous-wave power density of 11.2 W/mm@10 GHz is realized with a drain bias of 70 V.The maximum oscillation frequency(f_(max))and unity current gain cut-off frequency(f_(t))of the AlGaN/GaN HEMTs exceed 30 and 20 GHz,respectively.The results demonstrate the potential of AlGaN/GaN HEMTs on freestanding GaN substrates for microwave power applications.
文摘Novel substrates consisted of different fresh agro-industrial residues,their corresponding and commercial spent mushroom substrates(i.e.SMS deriving from laboratory-scale experiments and SMS deriving from industrial-scale experiments by Green Zin S.A.-SMS GZ)and Pleurotus waste(PW;stipes/mishappen mushrooms)were used in blends for a new cultivation cycle of Pleurotus ostreatus and P.eryngii mushrooms in bags.Their impact on the biochemical properties(intra-cellular polysaccharides-IPSs,protein,lipid,total phenolic compounds-TPCs,individual carbohydrates composition of the IPSs)in the first-and second-flush whole mushrooms,pilei and stipes,as well as the fatty acids composition,the antioxidant activity(in the first-flush mushroom parts)and glucan content of stipes were examined.Both species produced satisfactory IPSs quantities in all substrates(28.69-46.38%,w/w)and significant protein amounts(18.37-26.80%,w/w).The further SMS addition(80%,w/w instead of 40%,w/w)in the cultivation substrates affected positively the mushroom IPSs values,whereas the highest protein content was detected in mushroom’s parts cultivated on substrates consisted of fresh agro-industrial residues.Mushroom’s lipid content was affected differently by the various substrate combinations,with SMS presence resulting in mushrooms with a lower fat content than those produced in substrates with PW addition.Fresh substrates with PW and those with coffee residue were the most favorable for TPCs production.Regarding production flushes,the nutritional value of mushrooms was comparable between them,only a slight increase in TPCs of second-flush carposomes was detected.Glucose was the predominant monosaccharide of the produced IPSs,combined with a significant production of total and β-glucans.SMSs and PW addition had a positive impact on antioxidant activity,too.A higher quantity of lipids,TPCs and significant antioxidant activity were detected in all Pleurotus pilei than stipes,whereas the latter were richer in IPSs.Both pilei and stipes had a significant protein amount.Hence,the data obtained by this study support the positive effect of different types of SMS and mushroom waste on P.ostreatus and P.eryngii nutritional value.
