Lithium-ion batteries(LIBs),while dominant in energy storage due to high energy density and cycling stability,suffer from severe capacity decay,rate capability degradation,and lithium dendrite formation under low-temp...Lithium-ion batteries(LIBs),while dominant in energy storage due to high energy density and cycling stability,suffer from severe capacity decay,rate capability degradation,and lithium dendrite formation under low-temperature(LT)operation.Therefore,a more comprehensive and systematic understanding of LIB behavior at LT is urgently required.This review article comprehensively reviews recent advancements in electrolyte engineering strategies aimed at improving the low-temperature operational capabilities of LIBs.The study methodically examines critical performance-limiting mechanisms through fundamental analysis of four primary challenges:insufficient ionic conductivity under cryogenic conditions,kinetically hindered charge transfer processes,Li+transport limitations across the solidelectrolyte interphase(SEI),and uncontrolled lithium dendrite growth.The work elaborates on innovative optimization approaches encompassing lithium salt molecular design with tailored dissociation characteristics,solvent matrix optimization through dielectric constant and viscosity regulation,interfacial engineering additives for constructing low-impedance SEI layers,and gel-polymer composite electrolyte systems.Notably,particular emphasis is placed on emerging machine learning-guided electrolyte formulation strategies that enable high-throughput virtual screening of constituent combinations and prediction of structure-property relationships.These artificial intelligence-assisted rational design frameworks demonstrate significant potential for accelerating the development of next-generation LT electrolytes by establishing quantitative composition-performance correlations through advanced data-driven methodologies.展开更多
A large number of unconventional investigations have been implemented, tested, and validated in the field of microgeophysics, with the aim being to solve specific diagnostic and/or monitoring problems regarding civil ...A large number of unconventional investigations have been implemented, tested, and validated in the field of microgeophysics, with the aim being to solve specific diagnostic and/or monitoring problems regarding civil engineering and cultural heritage studies. The investigations were carried out using different tomographic 2D and 3D approaches as well as different energy sources, namely sonic, ultrasonic and electromagnetic （radar） waves, electric potential fields, and infrared thermography. Many efforts have been made to modify instruments and procedures in order to improve the resolution of the surveys as well as to greatly reduce the time of the measurements without any loss of information. The main new methodologies here discussed are the sonic imprint, the global tomographic traveltime, the electrical resistivity tomography, and the control of external films （patinas） grown on stone monuments. The results seem to be very promising and suggest that it is the moment to dedicate time and effort to this new branch of geophysics, so that these methodologies can be used even more to diagnose, monitor, and safeguard not only engineering buildings and large structures but also ancient monuments and cultural artifacts, like pottery, statues, etc..展开更多
Separating oil/water mixtures via superhydrophobic stainless steel mesh(SSM)is a kind of efficient methods of treating oily wastewater,and the superhydrophobic SSM with a low cost,simple fabrication process and robust...Separating oil/water mixtures via superhydrophobic stainless steel mesh(SSM)is a kind of efficient methods of treating oily wastewater,and the superhydrophobic SSM with a low cost,simple fabrication process and robust usability remains a challenge.Herein,urushiol-based benzoxazine(U-D)with a strong substrate adhesion and low surface free energy was used to anchor SiO_(2) particles on the SSM surface to obtain a durable superhydrophobic SSM(PU-D/SiO_(2)/SSM)through a simple dip-coating process,meanwhile,epoxy resin was also introduced to further improve the adhesion between coating and SSM.PU-D/SiO_(2)/SSM could successfully separate various immiscible oil-water mixtures with a separation efficiency of over 96%and a flux up to 27100 L/m^(2) h only by gravity,respectively.Especially,the modified SSM could effectively remove water from water-in-oil emulsion with a separation efficiency of 99.7%.Moreover,PU-D/SiO_(2)/SSM had an outstanding reusability,whose water contact angle and separation efficiency only slightly decreased after 20 cycles of separating oil/water mixture.In addition,the modified SSM also displayed a satisfactory abrasion resistance,chemical stability and self-cleaning property.Thereby,the robust PU-D/SiO_(2)/SSM prepared by cheap raw materials and facile dip-coating method exhibits a high potential for separating oil/water mixtures.展开更多
In this paper,we have calculated the structural,electronic,and optical properties of chalcogenide stannite Cu_(2)CdSnX4(X=S,Se,Te) materials.The calculations are based on the density functional theory (DFT) method and...In this paper,we have calculated the structural,electronic,and optical properties of chalcogenide stannite Cu_(2)CdSnX4(X=S,Se,Te) materials.The calculations are based on the density functional theory (DFT) method and are performed using the Cambridge sequential total energy package (CASTEP) code included in the Biovia Material Studio 20 software.All optical properties have been studied in a domain that extends energetically from 10 meV to 40 eV.Our results show that Cu_(2)CdSnX4(X=S,Se,Te) stannite exhibits absorption in the visible region,the refractive index decreases with increasing energy,and the refractive index values are n=3.2,3.73 and 3.75 for Cu_(2)CdSnS_(4),Cu_(2)CdSnSe_(4)and Cu_(2)CdSnTe_(4),respectively.They show also high conductivity,which implies that this material is promising for solar cells.These results argue in favor of the use of these materials in various potential applications.The density of state,band structures,and structural properties of Cu_(2)CdSnX4(X=S,Se,and Te) stannite are also studied in this work.展开更多
Lithium-ion batteries(LIBs)have dominated the portable electronic and electrochemical energy markets since their commercialisation,whose high cost and lithium scarcity have prompted the development of other alkali-ion...Lithium-ion batteries(LIBs)have dominated the portable electronic and electrochemical energy markets since their commercialisation,whose high cost and lithium scarcity have prompted the development of other alkali-ion batteries(AIBs)including sodium-ion batteries(SIBs)and potassium-ion batteries(PIBs).Owing to larger ion sizes of Na^(+)and K^(+)compared with Li^(+),nanocomposites with excellent crystallinity orientation and well-developed porosity show unprecedented potential for advanced lithium/sodium/potassium storage.With enticing open rigid framework structures,Prussian blue analogues(PBAs)remain promising self-sacrificial templates for the preparation of various nanocomposites,whose appeal originates from the well-retained porous structures and exceptional electrochemical activities after thermal decomposition.This review focuses on the recent progress of PBA-derived nanocomposites from their fabrication,lithium/sodium/potassium storage mechanism,and applications in AIBs(LIBs,SIBs,and PIBs).To distinguish various PBA derivatives,the working mechanism and applications of PBA-templated metal oxides,metal chalcogenides,metal phosphides,and other nanocomposites are systematically evaluated,facilitating the establishment of a structure–activity correlation for these materials.Based on the fruitful achievements of PBA-derived nanocomposites,perspectives for their future development are envisioned,aiming to narrow down the gap between laboratory study and industrial reality.展开更多
Ethylene carbonate(EC)is the conventional and promising solvent to achieve high energy lithium metal battery.However,the innate low energy level of lowest unoccupied molecular orbital(LUMO)in EC makes it incompatible ...Ethylene carbonate(EC)is the conventional and promising solvent to achieve high energy lithium metal battery.However,the innate low energy level of lowest unoccupied molecular orbital(LUMO)in EC makes it incompatible with lithium metal,causing uncontrolled lithium growth and low Coulombic efficiency(CE).Herein,we introduced bis(2,2,2-trifluoroethyl)carbonate(TFEC),a carbonate with a strong electron-withdrawing effect(-CF_(3)),which enhances the stability of EC at electrode interface by reducing ion-dipole interactions between Li^(+)and EC.As the interaction between Li and EC weakens,TFEC and more PF_(6)^(-)anions coordinate with Li^(+),promoting the formation of contact ion pairs(CIPs)and aggregates(AGGs),thereby increasing the inorganic composition within the solid electrolyte interphase.Additionally,the distinct solvated sheath structure favors the decomposition of fluorinated solvents and PF_(6)^(-)anions,forming inorganic-rich electrode-electrolyte interfaces(SEI and CEI),thereby ensuring high stability for both the Li anode and high-voltage cathode.Hence,when applied in the full-cell Li||LiMn_(0.8)Fe_(0.2)PO_(4),it displays consistent cycling performance,exhibiting minimal capacity decay with a retention rate of 62.5%after800 cycles,substantially surpassing that of cells using base electrolytes(29.8%).展开更多
Schottky contacts have attracted widespread attention from both the electronic device industry and researchers since their discovery.The Schottky characteristics make these contacts highly suitable for use in field-ef...Schottky contacts have attracted widespread attention from both the electronic device industry and researchers since their discovery.The Schottky characteristics make these contacts highly suitable for use in field-effect transistors(FETs),photodetectors(PDs),solar cells(SCs),resistive-switching memories(RSMs),thin-film transistors(TFTs),etc.However,how do Schottky contacts affect the device performance?The answer lies simply in the Schottky parameters.This review focuses on the extraction of Schottky parameters,i.e.,the Schottky barrier height(SBH),ideality factor(IF),and series resistance(SR),from the current-voltage(I−V)curve to understand and analyze the characteristics of Schottky devices.First,the current research progress in this field and the principles of Schottky contacts are presented.Second,this article delves into some classic and widely used extraction methods as well as the latest extraction methods,providing an objective evaluation based on their practical effectiveness.Then,several research applications,including studies that require extraction,simple extraction,and delicate extraction,are enumerated to demonstrate the necessity and importance of Schottky parameter analysis.Finally,an outlook and future research prospects are discussed based on recent progress,and a comprehensive summary is given.展开更多
Stretchability is a crucial property of flexible all-in-one supercapacitors.This work reports a novel hydrogel electrolyte,polyacrylamidedivinylbenzene-Li2SO4(PAM-DVB-Li)synthesized by using a strategy of combining hy...Stretchability is a crucial property of flexible all-in-one supercapacitors.This work reports a novel hydrogel electrolyte,polyacrylamidedivinylbenzene-Li2SO4(PAM-DVB-Li)synthesized by using a strategy of combining hydrophobic nodes and hydrophilic networks as well as a method of dispersing hydrophobic DVB crosslinker to acrylamide monomer/Li2SO4 aqueous solution by micelles and followedγ-radiation induced polymerization and crosslinking.The resultant PAM-DVB-Li hydrogel electrolyte possesses excellent mechanical properties with 5627±241%stretchability and high ionic conductivity of 53±3 mS cm^(-1).By in situ polymerization of conducting polyaniline(PANI)on the PAM-DVB-Li hydrogel electrolyte,a novel all-in-one supercapacitor,PAM-DVB-Li/PANI,with highly integrated structure is prepared further.Benefiting from the excellent properties of hydrogel electrolyte and the all-in-one structure,the device exhibits a high specific capacitance of 469 mF cm^(-2) at 0.5 mA cm^(-2),good cyclic stability,safety,and deformation damage resistance.More importantly,the device demonstrates a superior tensile resistance(working normally under no more than 300%strain,capacitance stability in 1000 cycles of 1000%stretching and 10 cycles of 3000%stretching)far beyond that of other all-in-one supercapacitors.This work proposes a novel strategy to construct tensile-resistant all-in-one flexible supercapacitors that can be used as an energy storage device for stretchable electronic devices.展开更多
Nickel selenides have been studied as potential anode materials for sodium-ion batteries due to their high theoretical capacity.However,the low electrical conductivity and the large volumetric variation during the cha...Nickel selenides have been studied as potential anode materials for sodium-ion batteries due to their high theoretical capacity.However,the low electrical conductivity and the large volumetric variation during the charging/discharging process greatly reduce the specific capacity and cycling lifespan of the batteries.In this paper,a simple strategy to fabricate NiSe nanoparticles enclosed in carbon hollow nanofibers(NiSe/C@CNF)is proposed,involving the preparation of Ni-precursor nanofibers by electrospinning,the coating of polydopamine and the formation of NiSe/C@CNF by calcination and selenization.The combination of NiSe nanoparticles and porous carbon hollow nanofibers creates a strong conductive environment,which enhances the dynamic ability of sodium-ion transport and improves charge storage capacity.The fabricated NiSe/C@CNF material exhibits excellent performance.It demonstrates a high rate capability,with specific capacities of 406.8 and 300.1 mAh·g^(-1)at 0.1 and 5.0 A·g^(-1),respectively.These results highlight the potential of NiSe/C@CNF as an anode material for sodium-ion batteries,offering a large capacity and long life.展开更多
Effective antifouling coatings are critical for protecting marine infrastructure from biofouling and environmental degradation;however,achieving long-term antifouling performance along with environmental stability rem...Effective antifouling coatings are critical for protecting marine infrastructure from biofouling and environmental degradation;however,achieving long-term antifouling performance along with environmental stability remains a major challenge.In this study,a multifunctional bio-based epoxy coating is developed by integrating a dual-action antifouling system.Cinnamic acid(CA),which is known for its antibacterial and UV-shielding properties,was chemically grafted into ethylene glycol diglycidyl ether(EGDE)to provide intrinsic antifouling and anti-UV functions.Simultaneously,the KH560-modified silica aerogel was incorporated to create a dense hydrophobic surface that repels microorganism adhesion.The resulting coating exhibited a superhydrophobic contact angle of 154.3°,an ultralow surface energy,and exceptional resistance to protein and algal adhesion.Additionally,it achieves 99%bactericidal efficiency against Escherichia coli(E.coli)and Staphylococcus aureus(S.aureus)while maintaining high transparency and ease of processing.These results highlight a promising strategy for designing durable and ecofriendly antifouling coatings suitable for demanding marine environments.展开更多
Carbon quantum dots(CQDs)have re-ceived increasing interest owing to their excellent optical and chemical characteristics,and high biocompatibil-ity.Herein,turmeric was employed as a carbon source to fabricate green C...Carbon quantum dots(CQDs)have re-ceived increasing interest owing to their excellent optical and chemical characteristics,and high biocompatibil-ity.Herein,turmeric was employed as a carbon source to fabricate green CQDs(named WT-JHCQDs)by hydrother-mal technique.The fluorescence of WT-JHCQDs is particularly stable at differ-ent pH and high concentrations of NaCl.Moreover,WT-JHCQDs exhibit low cytotoxicity,good antioxidant properties,and outstanding biocompatibility.The WT-JHCQDs possess protruding ability of cell imaging and bacteria imaging.This work provides a promising strat-egy for designing excellent fluorescent probes for bioimaging.展开更多
The objective of this study is to establish a thermodynamic model of an ORC(organic Rankine cycle)for power electricity.A case study was proposed in an area where direct solar irradiation is abundant.The number of hel...The objective of this study is to establish a thermodynamic model of an ORC(organic Rankine cycle)for power electricity.A case study was proposed in an area where direct solar irradiation is abundant.The number of heliostats used in the system as a function of the DNI(direct normal irradiation)was studied.The efficiencies of ORC and receiver,the power of turbine,pump,evaporator and receiver as a function of thermodynamic parameters such as temperature,pressure at the level of different components of the system are studied.The results obtained show that the number of heliostats used decreases when the DNI increases.For a DNI of 700 W/m^(2) to 500 W/m^(2),the number of heliostats goes from 280 to 60.ORC efficiency and turbine power increase respectively from 11%to 22%and from 20 kW to 50 kW when the condenser temperature decreases.Also it is noted an increase of receiver efficiency when evaporator temperature increases.展开更多
Ecosystem services(ES)mapping and models have advanced in recent years.Improvements were made,and the assessments have transitioned from qualitative to quantitative.Although this is an important advancement,the ES map...Ecosystem services(ES)mapping and models have advanced in recent years.Improvements were made,and the assessments have transitioned from qualitative to quantitative.Although this is an important advancement,the ES mapping and modelling validation step has been overlooked,and this raises an important question in the credibility of the outcomes.This has been an important and unsolved issue in the ES research community that needs to be tackled.This highlight paper discusses the importance of validating single ES mapping and models.Conducting this using field or proximal/remote sensing raw data and not data from other models or stakeholder evaluation is important.A validation step should be mandatory in ES frameworks since it can assess the models’veracity,contribute to identifying the model’s weaknesses/strengths and ultimately represent a scientific advance in the field.This is easier to apply to the biophysical mapping and models of regulating and provisioning ES than to cultural ES,as the latter rely more on perception and cultural contexts.Also,ES supply models are easier to validate than demand and flow models.Robust and well-grounded models are essential for ensuring the reliability of individual ES maps and models and should be integrated into decision-making processes.Although several challenges arise related to the costs of data collection,in several cases prohibitive,and the time and the expertise needed to conduct this sampling and analysis,this is likely an imperative step that needs to be considered in the future.This will be beneficial in establishing ES research and improving decision-making and wellbeing.展开更多
While being a promising candidate for large-scale energy storage,the current market penetration of vanadium redox flow batteries(VRFBs)is still limited by several challenges.As one of the key components in VRFBs,a mem...While being a promising candidate for large-scale energy storage,the current market penetration of vanadium redox flow batteries(VRFBs)is still limited by several challenges.As one of the key components in VRFBs,a membrane is employed to separate the catholyte and anolyte to prevent the vanadium ions from cross-mixing while allowing the proton conduction to maintain charge balance in the system during operation.To overcome the weakness of commercial membranes,various types of membranes,ranging from ion exchange membranes with diverse functional groups to non-ionic porous membranes,have been designed and reported to achieve higher ionic conductivity while maintaining low vanadium ion permeability,thus enhancing efficiency.In addition,besides overall efficiency,stability and cost-effectiveness of the membrane are also critical aspects that determine the practical applicability of the membranes and thus VRFBs.In this article,we have offered comprehensive insights into the mechanism of ion transportation in membranes of VRFBs that contribute to the challenges and issues of VRFB applications.We have further discussed optimal strategies for solving the trade-off between the membrane efficiency and its durability in VRFB applications.The development of state-of-the-art membranes through various material and structure engineering is demonstrated to reveal the relationship of properties-structure-performance.展开更多
In this work,we have applied molybdenum(Mo)and titanium(Ti)co-doping to solve the degradation of Ni-rich cathodes.The modified cathode,i.e.,Li(Ni_(0.89)Co_(0.05)Mn_(0.05)Mo_(0.005)Ti_(0.005))O_(2) holds a stable struc...In this work,we have applied molybdenum(Mo)and titanium(Ti)co-doping to solve the degradation of Ni-rich cathodes.The modified cathode,i.e.,Li(Ni_(0.89)Co_(0.05)Mn_(0.05)Mo_(0.005)Ti_(0.005))O_(2) holds a stable structure with expanded crystal lattice distance which improves Li ion diffusion kinetics.The dopants have suppressed the growth of primary particles,formed a coating on the surface,and promoted the elongated morphology.Moreover,the mechanical strength of these particles has increased,as confirmed by the nanoindentation test,which can help suppress particle cracking.The detrimental H2-H3 phase transition has been postponed by 90 mV allowing the cathode to operate at a higher voltage.A better cycling stability over 100 cycles with 69%capacity retention has been observed.We believe this work points out a way to improve the cycling performance,Coulombic efficiency and capacity retention in Ni-rich cathodes.展开更多
TiNb_(2)O_(7)has been emerged as one of the most promising electrode materials for high-energy lithium-ion batteries.However,limited by the slow electron/ion transport kinetics,and insufficient active sites in the bul...TiNb_(2)O_(7)has been emerged as one of the most promising electrode materials for high-energy lithium-ion batteries.However,limited by the slow electron/ion transport kinetics,and insufficient active sites in the bulk structure,the TiNb_(2)O_(7)electrode still suffers from unsatisfactory lithium storage performance.Herein,we demonstrate a spatially confined strategy toward a novel TiNb_(2)O_(7)-NMC/MXene composite through a triblock copolymer-directed one-pot solvothermal route,where TiNb_(2)O_(7)quantum dots with a particle size of 2-3 nm are evenly embedded into N-doped mesoporous carbon(NMC)and Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(X)MXene.Impressively,the as-prepared TiNb_(2)O_(7)-NMC/MXene anode exhibits a high reversible capacity(486.2 mAh g^(-1)at 0.1 A g^(-1)after 100 cycles)and long cycle lifespan(363.4 mAh g^(-1)at ss1 A g^(-1)after 500 cycles).Both experimental and theorical results further demonstrate that such a superior lithium storage performance is mainly ascribed to the synergistic effect among 0D TiNb_(2)O_(7)quantum dots,2D Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(X)MXene nanosheets,and N-doped mesoporous carbon.The strategy presented also opens up new horizon for space-confined preparation of high-performance electrode materials.展开更多
Thermophilic proteins maintain their structure and function at high temperatures,making them widely useful in industrial applications.Due to the complexity of experimental measurements,predicting the melting temperatu...Thermophilic proteins maintain their structure and function at high temperatures,making them widely useful in industrial applications.Due to the complexity of experimental measurements,predicting the melting temperature(T_(m))of proteins has become a research hotspot.Previous methods rely on amino acid composition,physicochemical properties of proteins,and the optimal growth temperature(OGT)of hosts for T_(m)prediction.However,their performance in predicting T_(m)values for thermophilic proteins(T_(m)>60℃)are generally unsatisfactory due to data scarcity.Herein,we introduce T_(m)Pred,a T_(m)prediction model for thermophilic proteins,that combines protein language model,graph convolutional network and Graphormer module.For performance evaluation,T_(m)Pred achieves a root mean square error(RMSE)of 5.48℃,a pearson correlation coefficient(P)of 0.784,and a coefficient of determination(R~2)of 0.613,representing improvements of 19%,15%,and 32%,respectively,compared to the state-of-the-art predictive models like DeepTM.Furthermore,T_(m)Pred demonstrated strong generalization capability on independent blind test datasets.Overall,T_(m)Pred provides an effective tool for the mining and modification of thermophilic proteins by leveraging deep learning.展开更多
The Northeast Plain in China ranks among the top five regions that have been significantly impacted by haze pollution.To effectively control pollution,it is crucial to accurately assess the effects of emission reducti...The Northeast Plain in China ranks among the top five regions that have been significantly impacted by haze pollution.To effectively control pollution,it is crucial to accurately assess the effects of emission reduction measures.In this study,we analyzed surveillance data and found substantial decreases(ranging from 19.0%to 50.1%)in average annual mass concentrations of key pollutants(such as CO,SO_(2),NO_(2),and PM_(2.5))in the Northeast Plain from 2016 to 2020.To precisely determine the contributions of meteorological conditions and emission reductions to the improvement of air quality in the Northeast Plain,we conducted three scenario simulations.By comparing source emissions in December 2016 and 2020 using the WRF-Chem model(except for SO_(2)),we observed significant reductions of 21.3%,8.8%,and 9.8%in mass concentrations of PM_(2.5),NO_(2),and CO,respectively,from 2016 to 2020.This highlights the essential role that meteorological conditions play in determining air quality in the Northeast Plain.Moreover,further reducing source emissions by 30%in December 2016 resulted in subsequent reductions of 25.3%,29.0%,4.5%,and 30.3%in mass concentrations of PM_(2.5),SO_(2),NO_(2),and CO,respectively,under the same meteorological conditions.Notably,source emission reduction was effective for PM_(2.5),SO_(2),and CO,but not for NO_(2).The improvement in air quality in the Northeast Plain from 2016 to 2020 can be attributed to the combined effects of improved meteorological conditions and reduced pollution sources.展开更多
This review provides an insightful and comprehensive exploration of the emerging 2D material borophene,both pristine and modified,emphasizing its unique attributes and potential for sustainable applications.Borophene...This review provides an insightful and comprehensive exploration of the emerging 2D material borophene,both pristine and modified,emphasizing its unique attributes and potential for sustainable applications.Borophene’s distinctive properties include its anisotropic crystal structures that contribute to its exceptional mechanical and electronic properties.The material exhibits superior electrical and thermal conductivity,surpassing many other 2D materials.Borophene’s unique atomic spin arrangements further diversify its potential application for magnetism.Surface and interface engineering,through doping,functionalization,and synthesis of hybridized and nanocomposite borophene-based systems,is crucial for tailoring borophene’s properties to specific applications.This review aims to address this knowledge gap through a comprehensive and critical analysis of different synthetic and functionalisation methods,to enhance surface reactivity by increasing active sites through doping and surface modifications.These approaches optimize diffusion pathways improving accessibility for catalytic reactions,and tailor the electronic density to tune the optical and electronic behavior.Key applications explored include energy systems(batteries,supercapacitors,and hydrogen storage),catalysis for hydrogen and oxygen evolution reactions,sensors,and optoelectronics for advanced photonic devices.The key to all these applications relies on strategies to introduce heteroatoms for tuning electronic and catalytic properties,employ chemical modifications to enhance stability and leverage borophene’s conductivity and reactivity for advanced photonics.Finally,the review addresses challenges and proposes solutions such as encapsulation,functionalization,and integration with composites to mitigate oxidation sensitivity and overcome scalability barriers,enabling sustainable,commercial-scale applications.展开更多
Medical stents have made significant strides in development,however,creating a single manufacturing material that combines size adjustability,robust strength,and degradability remains a major challenge.Here,we develop...Medical stents have made significant strides in development,however,creating a single manufacturing material that combines size adjustability,robust strength,and degradability remains a major challenge.Here,we developed an elastomer designed for stent fabrication,featuring excellent thermo-responsive shape memory and fast self-healing.This elastomer is produced through supramolecular inter-actions between liquid crystal moieties,which exhibit strong orientation,and a polymer backbone.These supramolecular interactions provide the elastomer with remarkable mechanical strength(10.46 MPa).Interestingly,the elastomer shows excellent mesocrystalline stability and cyclability,thanks to multiple non-covalent bonds,allowing the crosslinked liquid crystalline phase to maintain integrity at temper-atures up to 285℃.Impressively,the elastomer can respond to stress and temperature changes,fully reverting to its original shape in just 25.7±0.94 s.When configured as a helical stent,its macroscopic dimensions can be adjusted to mimic the size of blood vessels in vitro.The stent exhibits rapid responsiveness at 37℃,achieving complete self-expansion within 10 s.Furthermore,it demonstrates excellent degradability,with a weight loss of only 2.75%±0.31%after 70 d.This innovation paves the way for new possibilities in the use of medical stents,particularly for the long-term treatment of coronary heart disease.展开更多
基金the financial support from the Key Project of Shaanxi Provincial Natural Science Foundation-Key Project of Laboratory(2025SYS-SYSZD-117)the Natural Science Basic Research Program of Shaanxi(2025JCYBQN-125)+8 种基金Young Talent Fund of Xi'an Association for Science and Technology(0959202513002)the Key Industrial Chain Technology Research Program of Xi'an(24ZDCYJSGG0048)the Key Research and Development Program of Xianyang(L2023-ZDYF-SF-077)Postdoctoral Fellowship Program of CPSF(GZC20241442)Shaanxi Postdoctoral Science Foundation(2024BSHSDZZ070)Research Funds for the Interdisciplinary Projects,CHU(300104240913)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities,CHU(300102385739,300102384201,300102384103)the Scientific Innovation Practice Project of Postgraduate of Chang'an University(300103725063)the financial support from the Australian Research Council。
文摘Lithium-ion batteries(LIBs),while dominant in energy storage due to high energy density and cycling stability,suffer from severe capacity decay,rate capability degradation,and lithium dendrite formation under low-temperature(LT)operation.Therefore,a more comprehensive and systematic understanding of LIB behavior at LT is urgently required.This review article comprehensively reviews recent advancements in electrolyte engineering strategies aimed at improving the low-temperature operational capabilities of LIBs.The study methodically examines critical performance-limiting mechanisms through fundamental analysis of four primary challenges:insufficient ionic conductivity under cryogenic conditions,kinetically hindered charge transfer processes,Li+transport limitations across the solidelectrolyte interphase(SEI),and uncontrolled lithium dendrite growth.The work elaborates on innovative optimization approaches encompassing lithium salt molecular design with tailored dissociation characteristics,solvent matrix optimization through dielectric constant and viscosity regulation,interfacial engineering additives for constructing low-impedance SEI layers,and gel-polymer composite electrolyte systems.Notably,particular emphasis is placed on emerging machine learning-guided electrolyte formulation strategies that enable high-throughput virtual screening of constituent combinations and prediction of structure-property relationships.These artificial intelligence-assisted rational design frameworks demonstrate significant potential for accelerating the development of next-generation LT electrolytes by establishing quantitative composition-performance correlations through advanced data-driven methodologies.
基金supported by the "Centro per la Progettazione ed il Restauro" of the Sicilian region
文摘A large number of unconventional investigations have been implemented, tested, and validated in the field of microgeophysics, with the aim being to solve specific diagnostic and/or monitoring problems regarding civil engineering and cultural heritage studies. The investigations were carried out using different tomographic 2D and 3D approaches as well as different energy sources, namely sonic, ultrasonic and electromagnetic （radar） waves, electric potential fields, and infrared thermography. Many efforts have been made to modify instruments and procedures in order to improve the resolution of the surveys as well as to greatly reduce the time of the measurements without any loss of information. The main new methodologies here discussed are the sonic imprint, the global tomographic traveltime, the electrical resistivity tomography, and the control of external films （patinas） grown on stone monuments. The results seem to be very promising and suggest that it is the moment to dedicate time and effort to this new branch of geophysics, so that these methodologies can be used even more to diagnose, monitor, and safeguard not only engineering buildings and large structures but also ancient monuments and cultural artifacts, like pottery, statues, etc..
基金Funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.22165019)。
文摘Separating oil/water mixtures via superhydrophobic stainless steel mesh(SSM)is a kind of efficient methods of treating oily wastewater,and the superhydrophobic SSM with a low cost,simple fabrication process and robust usability remains a challenge.Herein,urushiol-based benzoxazine(U-D)with a strong substrate adhesion and low surface free energy was used to anchor SiO_(2) particles on the SSM surface to obtain a durable superhydrophobic SSM(PU-D/SiO_(2)/SSM)through a simple dip-coating process,meanwhile,epoxy resin was also introduced to further improve the adhesion between coating and SSM.PU-D/SiO_(2)/SSM could successfully separate various immiscible oil-water mixtures with a separation efficiency of over 96%and a flux up to 27100 L/m^(2) h only by gravity,respectively.Especially,the modified SSM could effectively remove water from water-in-oil emulsion with a separation efficiency of 99.7%.Moreover,PU-D/SiO_(2)/SSM had an outstanding reusability,whose water contact angle and separation efficiency only slightly decreased after 20 cycles of separating oil/water mixture.In addition,the modified SSM also displayed a satisfactory abrasion resistance,chemical stability and self-cleaning property.Thereby,the robust PU-D/SiO_(2)/SSM prepared by cheap raw materials and facile dip-coating method exhibits a high potential for separating oil/water mixtures.
基金supported by the University Sultan Moulay Slimane,Beni Mellal,Morocco。
文摘In this paper,we have calculated the structural,electronic,and optical properties of chalcogenide stannite Cu_(2)CdSnX4(X=S,Se,Te) materials.The calculations are based on the density functional theory (DFT) method and are performed using the Cambridge sequential total energy package (CASTEP) code included in the Biovia Material Studio 20 software.All optical properties have been studied in a domain that extends energetically from 10 meV to 40 eV.Our results show that Cu_(2)CdSnX4(X=S,Se,Te) stannite exhibits absorption in the visible region,the refractive index decreases with increasing energy,and the refractive index values are n=3.2,3.73 and 3.75 for Cu_(2)CdSnS_(4),Cu_(2)CdSnSe_(4)and Cu_(2)CdSnTe_(4),respectively.They show also high conductivity,which implies that this material is promising for solar cells.These results argue in favor of the use of these materials in various potential applications.The density of state,band structures,and structural properties of Cu_(2)CdSnX4(X=S,Se,and Te) stannite are also studied in this work.
基金financial support from the Special Funds for the Cultivation of Guangdong College Students’Scientific and Technological Innovation(“Climbing Program”Special Funds,pdjh2023b0145)the Scientific Research Innovation Project of Graduate School of South China Normal University(2024KYLX047)financial support from the Australian Research Council,Centre for Materials Science,Queensland University of Technology.
文摘Lithium-ion batteries(LIBs)have dominated the portable electronic and electrochemical energy markets since their commercialisation,whose high cost and lithium scarcity have prompted the development of other alkali-ion batteries(AIBs)including sodium-ion batteries(SIBs)and potassium-ion batteries(PIBs).Owing to larger ion sizes of Na^(+)and K^(+)compared with Li^(+),nanocomposites with excellent crystallinity orientation and well-developed porosity show unprecedented potential for advanced lithium/sodium/potassium storage.With enticing open rigid framework structures,Prussian blue analogues(PBAs)remain promising self-sacrificial templates for the preparation of various nanocomposites,whose appeal originates from the well-retained porous structures and exceptional electrochemical activities after thermal decomposition.This review focuses on the recent progress of PBA-derived nanocomposites from their fabrication,lithium/sodium/potassium storage mechanism,and applications in AIBs(LIBs,SIBs,and PIBs).To distinguish various PBA derivatives,the working mechanism and applications of PBA-templated metal oxides,metal chalcogenides,metal phosphides,and other nanocomposites are systematically evaluated,facilitating the establishment of a structure–activity correlation for these materials.Based on the fruitful achievements of PBA-derived nanocomposites,perspectives for their future development are envisioned,aiming to narrow down the gap between laboratory study and industrial reality.
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.12275274 and 22209182)the Fujian Provincial STS program supporting project of Chinese Academy of sciences(No.2022T3001)。
文摘Ethylene carbonate(EC)is the conventional and promising solvent to achieve high energy lithium metal battery.However,the innate low energy level of lowest unoccupied molecular orbital(LUMO)in EC makes it incompatible with lithium metal,causing uncontrolled lithium growth and low Coulombic efficiency(CE).Herein,we introduced bis(2,2,2-trifluoroethyl)carbonate(TFEC),a carbonate with a strong electron-withdrawing effect(-CF_(3)),which enhances the stability of EC at electrode interface by reducing ion-dipole interactions between Li^(+)and EC.As the interaction between Li and EC weakens,TFEC and more PF_(6)^(-)anions coordinate with Li^(+),promoting the formation of contact ion pairs(CIPs)and aggregates(AGGs),thereby increasing the inorganic composition within the solid electrolyte interphase.Additionally,the distinct solvated sheath structure favors the decomposition of fluorinated solvents and PF_(6)^(-)anions,forming inorganic-rich electrode-electrolyte interfaces(SEI and CEI),thereby ensuring high stability for both the Li anode and high-voltage cathode.Hence,when applied in the full-cell Li||LiMn_(0.8)Fe_(0.2)PO_(4),it displays consistent cycling performance,exhibiting minimal capacity decay with a retention rate of 62.5%after800 cycles,substantially surpassing that of cells using base electrolytes(29.8%).
基金financially supported by Guangxi Science and Technology Plan Project(Nos.AD21220150,2023GXNSFBA026216,AD21220056,and 2023JJG170001)the National Natural Sci-ence Foundation of China(Nos.51802032,52262022,52061009,62174041,and 62361022)the Yunnan Province Major Science and Technology Projects(No.202102AB080008-2).
文摘Schottky contacts have attracted widespread attention from both the electronic device industry and researchers since their discovery.The Schottky characteristics make these contacts highly suitable for use in field-effect transistors(FETs),photodetectors(PDs),solar cells(SCs),resistive-switching memories(RSMs),thin-film transistors(TFTs),etc.However,how do Schottky contacts affect the device performance?The answer lies simply in the Schottky parameters.This review focuses on the extraction of Schottky parameters,i.e.,the Schottky barrier height(SBH),ideality factor(IF),and series resistance(SR),from the current-voltage(I−V)curve to understand and analyze the characteristics of Schottky devices.First,the current research progress in this field and the principles of Schottky contacts are presented.Second,this article delves into some classic and widely used extraction methods as well as the latest extraction methods,providing an objective evaluation based on their practical effectiveness.Then,several research applications,including studies that require extraction,simple extraction,and delicate extraction,are enumerated to demonstrate the necessity and importance of Schottky parameter analysis.Finally,an outlook and future research prospects are discussed based on recent progress,and a comprehensive summary is given.
基金financial support from National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.12375336,11875078)。
文摘Stretchability is a crucial property of flexible all-in-one supercapacitors.This work reports a novel hydrogel electrolyte,polyacrylamidedivinylbenzene-Li2SO4(PAM-DVB-Li)synthesized by using a strategy of combining hydrophobic nodes and hydrophilic networks as well as a method of dispersing hydrophobic DVB crosslinker to acrylamide monomer/Li2SO4 aqueous solution by micelles and followedγ-radiation induced polymerization and crosslinking.The resultant PAM-DVB-Li hydrogel electrolyte possesses excellent mechanical properties with 5627±241%stretchability and high ionic conductivity of 53±3 mS cm^(-1).By in situ polymerization of conducting polyaniline(PANI)on the PAM-DVB-Li hydrogel electrolyte,a novel all-in-one supercapacitor,PAM-DVB-Li/PANI,with highly integrated structure is prepared further.Benefiting from the excellent properties of hydrogel electrolyte and the all-in-one structure,the device exhibits a high specific capacitance of 469 mF cm^(-2) at 0.5 mA cm^(-2),good cyclic stability,safety,and deformation damage resistance.More importantly,the device demonstrates a superior tensile resistance(working normally under no more than 300%strain,capacitance stability in 1000 cycles of 1000%stretching and 10 cycles of 3000%stretching)far beyond that of other all-in-one supercapacitors.This work proposes a novel strategy to construct tensile-resistant all-in-one flexible supercapacitors that can be used as an energy storage device for stretchable electronic devices.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.22075217)the Key Research and Development Program of Hubei Province(No.2023BAB113)the Natural Science Foundation of Hubei Province of China(Nos.2022CFA001 and 2023CFA088).
文摘Nickel selenides have been studied as potential anode materials for sodium-ion batteries due to their high theoretical capacity.However,the low electrical conductivity and the large volumetric variation during the charging/discharging process greatly reduce the specific capacity and cycling lifespan of the batteries.In this paper,a simple strategy to fabricate NiSe nanoparticles enclosed in carbon hollow nanofibers(NiSe/C@CNF)is proposed,involving the preparation of Ni-precursor nanofibers by electrospinning,the coating of polydopamine and the formation of NiSe/C@CNF by calcination and selenization.The combination of NiSe nanoparticles and porous carbon hollow nanofibers creates a strong conductive environment,which enhances the dynamic ability of sodium-ion transport and improves charge storage capacity.The fabricated NiSe/C@CNF material exhibits excellent performance.It demonstrates a high rate capability,with specific capacities of 406.8 and 300.1 mAh·g^(-1)at 0.1 and 5.0 A·g^(-1),respectively.These results highlight the potential of NiSe/C@CNF as an anode material for sodium-ion batteries,offering a large capacity and long life.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.U23A20589 and E52307038)China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(No.2023M743622)+3 种基金Zhejiang Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China(No.LQ23E030006)Ningbo 2025 Key Scientific Research Programs(Nos.2022Z111,2022Z160,and 2022Z198)Natural Science Foundation of Ningbo City(Nos.2022J302 and 2024J122)Leading Innovative and Entrepreneur Team Introduction Program of Zhejiang(No.2021R01005)。
文摘Effective antifouling coatings are critical for protecting marine infrastructure from biofouling and environmental degradation;however,achieving long-term antifouling performance along with environmental stability remains a major challenge.In this study,a multifunctional bio-based epoxy coating is developed by integrating a dual-action antifouling system.Cinnamic acid(CA),which is known for its antibacterial and UV-shielding properties,was chemically grafted into ethylene glycol diglycidyl ether(EGDE)to provide intrinsic antifouling and anti-UV functions.Simultaneously,the KH560-modified silica aerogel was incorporated to create a dense hydrophobic surface that repels microorganism adhesion.The resulting coating exhibited a superhydrophobic contact angle of 154.3°,an ultralow surface energy,and exceptional resistance to protein and algal adhesion.Additionally,it achieves 99%bactericidal efficiency against Escherichia coli(E.coli)and Staphylococcus aureus(S.aureus)while maintaining high transparency and ease of processing.These results highlight a promising strategy for designing durable and ecofriendly antifouling coatings suitable for demanding marine environments.
基金supported by the Central Guidance on Local Science and Technology Development Fund of Guangxi Province(Gui Ke ZY22096010)Guangxi Nat-ural Science Fundation(2023GXNSFAA026181)BAGUI Scholar Program of Guangxi Province of Chi-na,and Middle-aged and Young Teachers’Basic Abili-ty Promotion Project of Guangxi(2022KY0376).
文摘Carbon quantum dots(CQDs)have re-ceived increasing interest owing to their excellent optical and chemical characteristics,and high biocompatibil-ity.Herein,turmeric was employed as a carbon source to fabricate green CQDs(named WT-JHCQDs)by hydrother-mal technique.The fluorescence of WT-JHCQDs is particularly stable at differ-ent pH and high concentrations of NaCl.Moreover,WT-JHCQDs exhibit low cytotoxicity,good antioxidant properties,and outstanding biocompatibility.The WT-JHCQDs possess protruding ability of cell imaging and bacteria imaging.This work provides a promising strat-egy for designing excellent fluorescent probes for bioimaging.
文摘The objective of this study is to establish a thermodynamic model of an ORC(organic Rankine cycle)for power electricity.A case study was proposed in an area where direct solar irradiation is abundant.The number of heliostats used in the system as a function of the DNI(direct normal irradiation)was studied.The efficiencies of ORC and receiver,the power of turbine,pump,evaporator and receiver as a function of thermodynamic parameters such as temperature,pressure at the level of different components of the system are studied.The results obtained show that the number of heliostats used decreases when the DNI increases.For a DNI of 700 W/m^(2) to 500 W/m^(2),the number of heliostats goes from 280 to 60.ORC efficiency and turbine power increase respectively from 11%to 22%and from 20 kW to 50 kW when the condenser temperature decreases.Also it is noted an increase of receiver efficiency when evaporator temperature increases.
基金supported by the project Monetary valuation of soil ecosystem services and creation of initiatives to invest in soil health:setting a framework for the inclusion of soil health in business and in the policy making process(InBestSoil)(Horizon Europe)Grant agreement ID:101091099。
文摘Ecosystem services(ES)mapping and models have advanced in recent years.Improvements were made,and the assessments have transitioned from qualitative to quantitative.Although this is an important advancement,the ES mapping and modelling validation step has been overlooked,and this raises an important question in the credibility of the outcomes.This has been an important and unsolved issue in the ES research community that needs to be tackled.This highlight paper discusses the importance of validating single ES mapping and models.Conducting this using field or proximal/remote sensing raw data and not data from other models or stakeholder evaluation is important.A validation step should be mandatory in ES frameworks since it can assess the models’veracity,contribute to identifying the model’s weaknesses/strengths and ultimately represent a scientific advance in the field.This is easier to apply to the biophysical mapping and models of regulating and provisioning ES than to cultural ES,as the latter rely more on perception and cultural contexts.Also,ES supply models are easier to validate than demand and flow models.Robust and well-grounded models are essential for ensuring the reliability of individual ES maps and models and should be integrated into decision-making processes.Although several challenges arise related to the costs of data collection,in several cases prohibitive,and the time and the expertise needed to conduct this sampling and analysis,this is likely an imperative step that needs to be considered in the future.This will be beneficial in establishing ES research and improving decision-making and wellbeing.
基金the financial support from the Australian Research Council(DE220101354,DP240102891)Centre for Materials Science,Queensland University of Technologythe QUT supervisor scholarship and QUT HDR tuition fee sponsorship。
文摘While being a promising candidate for large-scale energy storage,the current market penetration of vanadium redox flow batteries(VRFBs)is still limited by several challenges.As one of the key components in VRFBs,a membrane is employed to separate the catholyte and anolyte to prevent the vanadium ions from cross-mixing while allowing the proton conduction to maintain charge balance in the system during operation.To overcome the weakness of commercial membranes,various types of membranes,ranging from ion exchange membranes with diverse functional groups to non-ionic porous membranes,have been designed and reported to achieve higher ionic conductivity while maintaining low vanadium ion permeability,thus enhancing efficiency.In addition,besides overall efficiency,stability and cost-effectiveness of the membrane are also critical aspects that determine the practical applicability of the membranes and thus VRFBs.In this article,we have offered comprehensive insights into the mechanism of ion transportation in membranes of VRFBs that contribute to the challenges and issues of VRFB applications.We have further discussed optimal strategies for solving the trade-off between the membrane efficiency and its durability in VRFB applications.The development of state-of-the-art membranes through various material and structure engineering is demonstrated to reveal the relationship of properties-structure-performance.
基金support from Queensland University of Technology,Brisbane,Queensland,Australiafinancial support from ARC Discovery Project(DP210103266).
文摘In this work,we have applied molybdenum(Mo)and titanium(Ti)co-doping to solve the degradation of Ni-rich cathodes.The modified cathode,i.e.,Li(Ni_(0.89)Co_(0.05)Mn_(0.05)Mo_(0.005)Ti_(0.005))O_(2) holds a stable structure with expanded crystal lattice distance which improves Li ion diffusion kinetics.The dopants have suppressed the growth of primary particles,formed a coating on the surface,and promoted the elongated morphology.Moreover,the mechanical strength of these particles has increased,as confirmed by the nanoindentation test,which can help suppress particle cracking.The detrimental H2-H3 phase transition has been postponed by 90 mV allowing the cathode to operate at a higher voltage.A better cycling stability over 100 cycles with 69%capacity retention has been observed.We believe this work points out a way to improve the cycling performance,Coulombic efficiency and capacity retention in Ni-rich cathodes.
基金support from the Natural Science Foundation of Shanghai(23ZR1423800),Shuguang Program supported by Shanghai Education Development Foundation and Shanghai Municipal Education Commission(18SG35)Open Research Fund of Shanghai Key Laboratory of Green Chemistry and Chemical Processes(East China Normal University)Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Materials Chemistry(Ministry of Education),Nankai University.
文摘TiNb_(2)O_(7)has been emerged as one of the most promising electrode materials for high-energy lithium-ion batteries.However,limited by the slow electron/ion transport kinetics,and insufficient active sites in the bulk structure,the TiNb_(2)O_(7)electrode still suffers from unsatisfactory lithium storage performance.Herein,we demonstrate a spatially confined strategy toward a novel TiNb_(2)O_(7)-NMC/MXene composite through a triblock copolymer-directed one-pot solvothermal route,where TiNb_(2)O_(7)quantum dots with a particle size of 2-3 nm are evenly embedded into N-doped mesoporous carbon(NMC)and Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(X)MXene.Impressively,the as-prepared TiNb_(2)O_(7)-NMC/MXene anode exhibits a high reversible capacity(486.2 mAh g^(-1)at 0.1 A g^(-1)after 100 cycles)and long cycle lifespan(363.4 mAh g^(-1)at ss1 A g^(-1)after 500 cycles).Both experimental and theorical results further demonstrate that such a superior lithium storage performance is mainly ascribed to the synergistic effect among 0D TiNb_(2)O_(7)quantum dots,2D Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(X)MXene nanosheets,and N-doped mesoporous carbon.The strategy presented also opens up new horizon for space-confined preparation of high-performance electrode materials.
基金financially supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(Nos.2020YFA0908100 and 2023YFF1204401)Shenzhen Medical Research Fund(No.B2302037)+1 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.22331003 and 21925102)Beijing National Laboratory for Molecular Sciences(No.BNLMS-CXXM-202006)。
文摘Thermophilic proteins maintain their structure and function at high temperatures,making them widely useful in industrial applications.Due to the complexity of experimental measurements,predicting the melting temperature(T_(m))of proteins has become a research hotspot.Previous methods rely on amino acid composition,physicochemical properties of proteins,and the optimal growth temperature(OGT)of hosts for T_(m)prediction.However,their performance in predicting T_(m)values for thermophilic proteins(T_(m)>60℃)are generally unsatisfactory due to data scarcity.Herein,we introduce T_(m)Pred,a T_(m)prediction model for thermophilic proteins,that combines protein language model,graph convolutional network and Graphormer module.For performance evaluation,T_(m)Pred achieves a root mean square error(RMSE)of 5.48℃,a pearson correlation coefficient(P)of 0.784,and a coefficient of determination(R~2)of 0.613,representing improvements of 19%,15%,and 32%,respectively,compared to the state-of-the-art predictive models like DeepTM.Furthermore,T_(m)Pred demonstrated strong generalization capability on independent blind test datasets.Overall,T_(m)Pred provides an effective tool for the mining and modification of thermophilic proteins by leveraging deep learning.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(No.2022YFF0802501)the Youth Innovation Promotion Association of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(No.2022416)+1 种基金the Natural Science Basic Research Program of Shaanxi(No.2022JQ-267)the State Key Laboratory of Loess and Quaternary Geology(No.SKLLQG2335).
文摘The Northeast Plain in China ranks among the top five regions that have been significantly impacted by haze pollution.To effectively control pollution,it is crucial to accurately assess the effects of emission reduction measures.In this study,we analyzed surveillance data and found substantial decreases(ranging from 19.0%to 50.1%)in average annual mass concentrations of key pollutants(such as CO,SO_(2),NO_(2),and PM_(2.5))in the Northeast Plain from 2016 to 2020.To precisely determine the contributions of meteorological conditions and emission reductions to the improvement of air quality in the Northeast Plain,we conducted three scenario simulations.By comparing source emissions in December 2016 and 2020 using the WRF-Chem model(except for SO_(2)),we observed significant reductions of 21.3%,8.8%,and 9.8%in mass concentrations of PM_(2.5),NO_(2),and CO,respectively,from 2016 to 2020.This highlights the essential role that meteorological conditions play in determining air quality in the Northeast Plain.Moreover,further reducing source emissions by 30%in December 2016 resulted in subsequent reductions of 25.3%,29.0%,4.5%,and 30.3%in mass concentrations of PM_(2.5),SO_(2),NO_(2),and CO,respectively,under the same meteorological conditions.Notably,source emission reduction was effective for PM_(2.5),SO_(2),and CO,but not for NO_(2).The improvement in air quality in the Northeast Plain from 2016 to 2020 can be attributed to the combined effects of improved meteorological conditions and reduced pollution sources.
基金the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council(EPSRC)for funding the researchUK India Education Research Initiative(UKIERI)for funding support.
文摘This review provides an insightful and comprehensive exploration of the emerging 2D material borophene,both pristine and modified,emphasizing its unique attributes and potential for sustainable applications.Borophene’s distinctive properties include its anisotropic crystal structures that contribute to its exceptional mechanical and electronic properties.The material exhibits superior electrical and thermal conductivity,surpassing many other 2D materials.Borophene’s unique atomic spin arrangements further diversify its potential application for magnetism.Surface and interface engineering,through doping,functionalization,and synthesis of hybridized and nanocomposite borophene-based systems,is crucial for tailoring borophene’s properties to specific applications.This review aims to address this knowledge gap through a comprehensive and critical analysis of different synthetic and functionalisation methods,to enhance surface reactivity by increasing active sites through doping and surface modifications.These approaches optimize diffusion pathways improving accessibility for catalytic reactions,and tailor the electronic density to tune the optical and electronic behavior.Key applications explored include energy systems(batteries,supercapacitors,and hydrogen storage),catalysis for hydrogen and oxygen evolution reactions,sensors,and optoelectronics for advanced photonic devices.The key to all these applications relies on strategies to introduce heteroatoms for tuning electronic and catalytic properties,employ chemical modifications to enhance stability and leverage borophene’s conductivity and reactivity for advanced photonics.Finally,the review addresses challenges and proposes solutions such as encapsulation,functionalization,and integration with composites to mitigate oxidation sensitivity and overcome scalability barriers,enabling sustainable,commercial-scale applications.
基金funded by the Natural Science Foundation of Liaoning Province(2024JH2/102600340&2024-BSLH-310)the support program for excellent young scholars at China Medical University.
文摘Medical stents have made significant strides in development,however,creating a single manufacturing material that combines size adjustability,robust strength,and degradability remains a major challenge.Here,we developed an elastomer designed for stent fabrication,featuring excellent thermo-responsive shape memory and fast self-healing.This elastomer is produced through supramolecular inter-actions between liquid crystal moieties,which exhibit strong orientation,and a polymer backbone.These supramolecular interactions provide the elastomer with remarkable mechanical strength(10.46 MPa).Interestingly,the elastomer shows excellent mesocrystalline stability and cyclability,thanks to multiple non-covalent bonds,allowing the crosslinked liquid crystalline phase to maintain integrity at temper-atures up to 285℃.Impressively,the elastomer can respond to stress and temperature changes,fully reverting to its original shape in just 25.7±0.94 s.When configured as a helical stent,its macroscopic dimensions can be adjusted to mimic the size of blood vessels in vitro.The stent exhibits rapid responsiveness at 37℃,achieving complete self-expansion within 10 s.Furthermore,it demonstrates excellent degradability,with a weight loss of only 2.75%±0.31%after 70 d.This innovation paves the way for new possibilities in the use of medical stents,particularly for the long-term treatment of coronary heart disease.
