NH_(4)V_(4)O_(10)(NVO)is considered a promising cathode material for aqueous zinc-ion batteries due to its high theoretical capacity.However,its practical application is limited by irreversible deamination,structural ...NH_(4)V_(4)O_(10)(NVO)is considered a promising cathode material for aqueous zinc-ion batteries due to its high theoretical capacity.However,its practical application is limited by irreversible deamination,structural collapse,and sluggish reaction kinetics during cycling.Herein,K+and C_(3)N_(4)co-intercalated NVO(KNVO-C_(3)N_(4))nanosheets with expanded interlayer spacing are synthesized for the first time to achieve high-rate,stable,and wide-temperature cathodes.Molecular dynamics and experimental results confirm that there is an optimal C_(3)N_(4)content to achieve higher reaction kinetics.The synergistic effect of K^(+)and C_(3)N_(4)co-intercalation significantly reduces the electrostatic interaction between Zn^(2+)and the[VOn]layer,improves the specific capacity and cycling stability.Consequently,the KNVO-C_(3)N_(4)electrode displays outstanding electrochemical performance at room temperature and under extreme environments.It exhibits excellent rate performance(228.4 m Ah g^(-1)at 20 A g^(-1)),long-term cycling stability(174.2 m Ah g^(-1) after 10,000 cycles at 20 A g^(-1)),and power/energy density(210.0 Wh kg^(-1)at 14,200 W kg^(-1))at room temperature.Notably,it shows remarkable storage performance at-20℃(111.3 m Ah g^(-1)at 20 A g^(-1))and 60℃(208.6 m Ah g^(-1)at 20 A g^(-1)).This strategy offers a novel approach to developing high-performance cathodes capable of operating under extreme temperatures.展开更多
Recent advancements in Zn-halogen batteries have focused on enhancing the adsorptive or catalytic capability of host materials and stabilizing complex intermediates with electrolyte additives,while the halogen-ion ele...Recent advancements in Zn-halogen batteries have focused on enhancing the adsorptive or catalytic capability of host materials and stabilizing complex intermediates with electrolyte additives,while the halogen-ion electrolyte modifications exhibit strong potential for integrated interfacial regulation.Herein,we design an electrically insulating rigid electrolyte container to immobilize a liquid halogen-ion electrolyte for separator-free Zn-halogen batteries with customizable electron transfer.Robust hydrogen bonding of hydroxyl groups in SiO_(2)with fluorinated moieties in PVDF-hfp regulates Zn^(2+)solvation and suppresses H_(2)O activity,while multi-channels formed by microcracks and interparticle gaps not only enhance mass transfer but also buffer interfacial electric field,jointly enabling a durable Zn plating/stripping.Effective confinement of intermediates also ensures the high reversibility across single-(I^(-)/I0),double-(I^(-)/I0/I^(-)),and triple-(I^(-)/I0/I^(-),Cl-/Cl0)electron transfer mechanisms at cathode,as evidenced by the double-electron transfer systems exhibiting a low capacity decay rate of 0.02‰over 4500 cycles at 10 mA cm^(-2)and a high areal capacity of 11.9 mAh cm^(-2)at 2 mA cm^(-2).This work presents a novel“container engineering”approach to halogen-ion electrolyte design and provides fundamental insights into the relationships between redox reversibility and reaction kinetics.展开更多
In this data explosion era,ensuring the secure storage,access,and transmission of information is imperative,encom-passing all aspects ranging from safeguarding personal devices to formulating national information secu...In this data explosion era,ensuring the secure storage,access,and transmission of information is imperative,encom-passing all aspects ranging from safeguarding personal devices to formulating national information security strategies.Leverag-ing the potential offered by dual-type carriers for transportation and employing optical modulation techniques to develop high reconfigurable ambipolar optoelectronic transistors enables effective implementation of information destruction after read-ing,thereby guaranteeing data security.In this study,a reconfigurable ambipolar optoelectronic synaptic transistor based on poly(3-hexylthiophene)(P3HT)and poly[[N,N-bis(2-octyldodecyl)-napthalene-1,4,5,8-bis(dicarboximide)-2,6-diyl]-alt-5,5′-(2,2′-bithiophene)](N2200)blend film was fabricated through solution-processed method.The resulting transistor exhib-ited a relatively large ON/OFF ratio of 10^(3) in both n-and p-type regions,and tunable photoconductivity after light illumination,particularly with green light.The photo-generated carriers could be effectively trapped under the gate bias,indicating its poten-tial application in mimicking synaptic behaviors.Furthermore,the synaptic plasticity,including volatile/non-volatile and excita-tory/inhibitory characteristics,could be finely modulated by electrical and optical stimuli.These optoelectronic reconfigurable properties enable the realization of information light assisted burn after reading.This study not only offers valuable insights for the advancement of high-performance ambipolar organic optoelectronic synaptic transistors but also presents innovative ideas for the future information security access systems.展开更多
Hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)is the fourth leading cause of cancer-related mortality worldwide1.The primary treatment options for this disease are surgical resection and liver transplantation.Unfortunately,most HCC ca...Hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)is the fourth leading cause of cancer-related mortality worldwide1.The primary treatment options for this disease are surgical resection and liver transplantation.Unfortunately,most HCC cases are diagnosed in advanced stages and are inoperable.Even after surgery,the long-term prognosis remains unsatisfactory,because of a high recurrence rate.展开更多
The search for photoactive materials that are able to efficiently produce solar fuels is a growing research field to tackle the current energy crisis.Herein,we have prepared two ionic non-noble metallo-supramolecular ...The search for photoactive materials that are able to efficiently produce solar fuels is a growing research field to tackle the current energy crisis.Herein,we have prepared two ionic non-noble metallo-supramolecular polymers Se-MTpy(M=Co or Ni),and constructed their composites with single-walled carbon nanotubes(CNTs)via electrostatic attraction andπ-πinteractions for efficient and stable photocatalytic hydrogen evolution.In the photocatalytic system,the cationic Se-MTpy as host and anionic CNTs as vip are assembled into a binary composite,which exhibits superior photocatalytic activity under visible light irradiation(>420 nm).The optimized CNT@Se-CoTpy composite,containing 1.2 wt%metal loading,achieves 7 times higher hydrogen evolution rate(2.47 mmol g^(-1)h^(-1))than bare Se-CoTpy(0.35 mmol g^(-1)h^(-1)).This is attributed to the constructive formation of junctions between polymer and CNTs,facilitating interfacial charge transfer and transport for efficient proton reduction.The composite system also shows high photostability after continuous irradiation for~30 h.The combination of experimental and theoretical analysis demonstrates the higher activity for reducing H_(2)O to H_(2)of Se-CoTpy than Se-NiTpy.The feasible interfacial architecture proposed in this study represents an effective approach to achieve high photocatalytic performance.展开更多
Single-atom catalysts (SACs) have emerged as a transformative class of materials in heterogeneous catalysis owing to their atomically dispersed metal centers, maximal atom utilization, and well-defined coordination en...Single-atom catalysts (SACs) have emerged as a transformative class of materials in heterogeneous catalysis owing to their atomically dispersed metal centers, maximal atom utilization, and well-defined coordination environments. In the energy sector, SACs have shown exceptional performance in electrocatalytic reactions such as the oxygen reduction reaction (ORR), hydrogen evolution reaction (HER), and carbon dioxide reduction (CO_(2)RR), where their tunable local electronic structures facilitate high activity and selectivity under mild conditions. Meanwhile, in the environmental domain, SACs are increasingly explored for advanced oxidation processes (AOPs), particularly in water purification applications, due to their ability to generate reactive species from green oxidants like hydrogen peroxide or peroxymonosulfate (PMS). Among various AOP strategies, PMS-based Fenton-like reactions have gained attention due to the high oxidation potential and stability of PMS in a wide pH range.展开更多
Lithium-sulfur(Li-S)batteries hold great promise for next-generation energy storage,yet suffer from sluggish redox kinetics and polysulfide shuttling.Herein,a novel Ni_(3)S_(2)/Ni_(2)B heterostructure is developed to ...Lithium-sulfur(Li-S)batteries hold great promise for next-generation energy storage,yet suffer from sluggish redox kinetics and polysulfide shuttling.Herein,a novel Ni_(3)S_(2)/Ni_(2)B heterostructure is developed to improve sulfur electrochemistry by synergistically enhancing polysulfide fixation and catalytic conversions.Fabricated through mild sequential boronation and sulfurization,this hybrid nanocatalyst integrates the strong polysulfide adsorbability and high conductivity of Ni_(2)B with the high catalytic activity of Ni_(3)S_(2).More importantly,the as-constructed heterointerface inspires new,highly catalytic sites that smooth consecutive sulfur conversions with lower energy barriers,while the built-in electric fields promote directional charge transfer,collectively contributing to fast-kinetic and highly efficient sulfur redox reactions.As a result,Li-S cells incorporating the Ni_(3)S_(2)/Ni_(2)B nanocatalyst exhibit excellent cyclability,with minimal capacity decay of 0.017%per cycle over 900 cycles at 1 C and a superb rate capability of up to 5 C.Even under demanding conditions,such as a high sulfur loading of 5.0 mg cm^(-2)and a low electrolyte-to-sulfur(E/S)ratio of 4.8 mL g^(-1),high capacity and cyclability are maintained,highlighting the great potential of this unique heterointerface engineering in advancing high-performance and practically viable Li-S batteries.展开更多
Background Predicting in-hospital mortality in elderly patients with dilated cardiomyopathy(DCM)is critical for improving clinical management.This study investigated the prognostic significance of mitral valve regurgi...Background Predicting in-hospital mortality in elderly patients with dilated cardiomyopathy(DCM)is critical for improving clinical management.This study investigated the prognostic significance of mitral valve regurgitant area(MVRA)as a predictor of in-hospital mortality.Methods A total of 813 elderly patients(age≥60 years)diag-nosed with DCM were included in this retrospective study,with admissions spanning from January 2010 to Decem-ber 2019.Univariate and multivariate Cox regression analyses were conducted to assess the association between MVRA and in-hospital mortality.Receiver operating characteristic(ROC)curve and Kaplan-Meier survival analy-ses were employed to assess the predictive performance of MVRA and to compare cumulative survival rates be-tween groups,respectively.Results MVRA was significantly associated with in-hospital mortality in both univar-iate and multivariate analyses(HR:1.119,95%CI:1.028-1.218,P=0.009).ROC curve analysis demonstrated good prognostic performance for MVRA[area under curve(AUC):0.714].Kaplan-Meier analysis revealed that patients with high MVRA(HMVRA)had significantly worse in-hospital survival outcomes(log-rank χ2=12.628,P<0.001).Conclusions An increase in MVRA is significantly associated with higher in-hospital mortality in elderly DCM patients,with an MVRA exceeding 7 cm2 indicating a notably increased mortality rate.MVRA serves as a simple and effective parameter for risk assessment and treatment monitoring in DCM patients.展开更多
Rare earth-based functional nanomaterials have wide applications in catalytic CO_(2)reduction reaction(CO_(2)RR)due to their impressive performance.In particular,the superior oxygen storage and release ability of Ce^(...Rare earth-based functional nanomaterials have wide applications in catalytic CO_(2)reduction reaction(CO_(2)RR)due to their impressive performance.In particular,the superior oxygen storage and release ability of Ce^(4+)/Ce^(3+)reversible pairs,the high coordination number and rich coordination geometry of lanthanide(La)metal ions and the unique stereoselectivity of samarium(Sm)reagents have aroused more and more interest among scientists.To enhance the catalytic activity of Ce,La,Sm(CLS)-based catalysts,recent developments of various modification strategies have been performed to promote the charge transfer and activation of CO_(2).This review constructively discussed the synthesis of modified CLS-based materials and the corresponding applications in thermal catalytic CO_(2)RR,photocatalytic CO_(2)RR,and electrocatalytic CO_(2)RR.Finally,the current difficulties of these materials and further research on the modification of rare earth-based catalysts,as well as the potential future development have been identified.展开更多
The first-ever synthesis of the unknown furo[2,3:4,5]pyrimido[1,2-b]indazole skeleton was demonstrated based on the undiscovered tetra-functionalization of enaminones,with simple substrates and reaction conditions.The...The first-ever synthesis of the unknown furo[2,3:4,5]pyrimido[1,2-b]indazole skeleton was demonstrated based on the undiscovered tetra-functionalization of enaminones,with simple substrates and reaction conditions.The key to realizing this process lies in the multiple trapping of the in situ generated ketenimine cation by the 3-aminoindazole,which results in the formation of four new chemical bonds and two new rings in one pot.Moreover,the products of this new reaction were found to exhibit aggregationinduced emission(AIE)without modification.展开更多
Therapeutic antibodies of targeting the programmed cell death protein 1(PD-1)/programmed death-ligand 1(PD-L1)pathway are used in hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)treatment,but are limited by low response rates and immune...Therapeutic antibodies of targeting the programmed cell death protein 1(PD-1)/programmed death-ligand 1(PD-L1)pathway are used in hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)treatment,but are limited by low response rates and immune-related toxicity[1].Searching for treatment approaches to combine with PD-1/PD-L1 blockade may potentially enhance the efficacy of PD-1/PD-L1 blockade and reduce its side effects.展开更多
Acne vulgaris is one of the most common skin disorders affecting millions of patients worldwide,its long-lasting inflammation greatly reduces life quality and causes negative psychosocial impacts.Conventional treatmen...Acne vulgaris is one of the most common skin disorders affecting millions of patients worldwide,its long-lasting inflammation greatly reduces life quality and causes negative psychosocial impacts.Conventional treatments often along with side effects and issues of patient compliance,and ineffective in treating severe conditions.In recent years,microneedle(MN)has emerged as a versatile therapeutic technology,owing to its minimally invasive,effective,and reduced side effects.However,there are few review articles that systematically summarize the progress of microneedles for the treatment of acne.Here conclude the material,function,and application of microneedle technology in the treatment of acne,with a particular focus on two types of anti-acne microneedle:drug-loaded microneedle(DMN)and radio-frequency microneedle(RMN).DMN facilitates targeted drug delivery to the skin's deeper layers,while RMN utilizes radio-frequency currents to stimulate collagen regeneration,thus addressing acne scarring.Additionally,future directions for advanced acne-treating microneedle technology are envisioned,such as diversified drug loading,multi-functionality,production process optimization,and personalized treatment.These different directions are expected to further enhance the safety,efficacy,and patient satisfaction of microneedle acne treatments.展开更多
Compared to aqueous-phase electrocatalytic nitrogen reduction reaction(NRR),lithium-mediated NRR(Li-NRR)theoretically enhances the intrinsic activity of NH3 production through spontaneous exothermic reactions between ...Compared to aqueous-phase electrocatalytic nitrogen reduction reaction(NRR),lithium-mediated NRR(Li-NRR)theoretically enhances the intrinsic activity of NH3 production through spontaneous exothermic reactions between Li and N_(2).However,the in-situ generated solid electrolyte interphase(SEI)during the reaction slows down the Li^(+)transport and nucleation kinetics,which further hinders the subsequent activation and protonation processes.Herein,a sophisticated amorphous-crystalline heterostructured SEI of Zn-LiF is formed by additive engineering.The concerted electron interplay between amorphous and crystalline domains is prone to generate lithiophobic Zn and lithiophilic LiF sites,where lithiophobic Zn accelerates Li^(+)diffusion within the SEI and avoids high concentration polarization,and lithiophilic LiF ensures homogeneous nucleation of diffused Li^(+)and its participation in subsequent reactions.Therefore,compared to conventional SEI,a more than 8-fold performance improvement is achieved in the additive-engineered heterogeneous lithiophobic-lithiophilic SEI,which exhibits a high NH_(3)yield rate of 11.58 nmol s^(−1)cm^(−2)and a Faradaic efficiency of 32.97%.Thus,exploiting the synergistic effects in heterogeneous lithiophobic-lithiophilic structures to achieve functional complementarity between different components opens a new avenue toward high-performance Li-NRR.展开更多
Dispersing metals from nanoparticles to clusters is often achieved using ligand protection methods,which exhibit unique properties such as suppressing structure-sensitive side reactions.However,this method is limited ...Dispersing metals from nanoparticles to clusters is often achieved using ligand protection methods,which exhibit unique properties such as suppressing structure-sensitive side reactions.However,this method is limited by the use of different metal precursor salts corresponding to different ligands.An alternative approach,the ion exchange(IE)method,can overcome this limitation to some extent.Nevertheless,there is still an urgent need to address the stabilization of metals(especially precious metals)by using IE method.Here,we reported a Pt cluster catalyst prepared mainly by anchoring Pt atoms via O located near the framework Zn in zincosilicate zeolites and riveted by zeolite surface rings after reduction(reduced Pt/Zn-3-IE).The catalyst can achieve an initial propane conversion of 26%in a pure propane atmosphere at 550℃and shows little deactivation even after 7.5 d of operation.Moreover,the alteration of catalyst by the introduction of framework Zn was also highlighted and interpreted.展开更多
Cu-based metal-organic frameworks(Cu-MOFs)electrocatalysts are promising for CO_(2)reduction reactions(CO_(2)RR)to produce valuable C_(2+)products.However,designing suitable active sites in Cu-MOFs remains challenging...Cu-based metal-organic frameworks(Cu-MOFs)electrocatalysts are promising for CO_(2)reduction reactions(CO_(2)RR)to produce valuable C_(2+)products.However,designing suitable active sites in Cu-MOFs remains challenging due to their inherent structural instability during CO_(2)RR.Here we propose a synergistic strategy through thermal annealing and electrochemicalactivation process for in-situ reconstruction of the pre-designed Cu-MOFs to produce abundant partially oxidized Cu(Cu^(δ+))active species.The optimized MOF-derived Cu^(δ+)electrocatalyst demonstrates a highly selective production of C_(2+)products,with the Faradaic Efficiency(FE)of 78±2%and a partial current density of-46 m A cm-2at-1.06 VRHEin a standard H-type cell.Our findings reveal that the optimized Cu^(δ+)-rich surface remains stable during electrolysis and enhances surface charge transfer,leading to an increase in the concentration of*CO intermediates,thereby highly selectively producing C_(2+)compounds.This study advances the controllable formation of MOF-derived Cu^(δ+)-rich surfaces and strengthens the understanding of their catalytic role in CO_(2)RR for C_(2+)products.展开更多
As surgical procedures transition from conventional resection to advanced tissue-regeneration technologies,human disease therapy has witnessed a great leap forward.In particular,three-dimensional(3D)bioprinting stands...As surgical procedures transition from conventional resection to advanced tissue-regeneration technologies,human disease therapy has witnessed a great leap forward.In particular,three-dimensional(3D)bioprinting stands as a landmark in this setting,by promising the precise integration of biomaterials,cells,and bioactive molecules,thus opening up a novel avenue for tissue/organ regeneration.Curated by the editorial board of Bio-Design and Manufacturing,this review brings together a cohort of leading young scientists in China to dissect the core functionalities and evolutionary trajectory of 3D bioprinting,by elucidating the intricate challenges encountered in the manufacturing of transplantable organs.We further delve into the translational pathway from scientific research to clinical application,emphasizing the imperativeness of establishing a regulatory framework and rigorously enforcing quality-control measures.Finally,this review outlines the strategic landscape and innovative achievements of China in this field and provides a comprehensive roadmap for researchers worldwide to propel this field collectively to even greater heights.展开更多
Hydrogen is a promising candidate for clean and sustainable energy resources to substitute fossil fuels to mitigate global environmental issues.Electrochemical hydrogen production has been regarded as a viable and pro...Hydrogen is a promising candidate for clean and sustainable energy resources to substitute fossil fuels to mitigate global environmental issues.Electrochemical hydrogen production has been regarded as a viable and promising strategy.The overall water splitting is currently the predominant electrochemical hydrogen production method,which could be driven by renewable energy to achieve sustainable production.However,the current challenges are the intrinsically sluggish and energy-intensive oxygen evolution reduction(OER)at the anode and the expensive noble metal-based catalysts for overall water splitting,which limit the practical applications.Extensive efforts have been made to develop bifunctional non-noble metal-based electrocatalysts to boost hydrogen production efficiency and lower the cost.Meanwhile,alternative oxidation reactions with faster kinetics and less energy requirement than OER are being explored as the anodic reaction to couple with the hydrogen evolution reaction for energy-saving hydrogen production.In this review,the non-noble metal-based bifunctional electrocatalysts for overall water splitting,as well as other novel energy-saving hydrogen productions have been introduced and summarized.Current challenges and outlooks are commented on at the end of the article.展开更多
基金the financial support provided by the PolyU Postdoc Matching Fund 1-W34P,ITF project ITP/023/22TP,PolyU RCRE fund 1-BBCB,IWEAR fund 1-CD8E,MTR Research Funding Scheme(PTU24019)the Hong Kong Polytechnic University(P0043508 and P0044761)。
文摘NH_(4)V_(4)O_(10)(NVO)is considered a promising cathode material for aqueous zinc-ion batteries due to its high theoretical capacity.However,its practical application is limited by irreversible deamination,structural collapse,and sluggish reaction kinetics during cycling.Herein,K+and C_(3)N_(4)co-intercalated NVO(KNVO-C_(3)N_(4))nanosheets with expanded interlayer spacing are synthesized for the first time to achieve high-rate,stable,and wide-temperature cathodes.Molecular dynamics and experimental results confirm that there is an optimal C_(3)N_(4)content to achieve higher reaction kinetics.The synergistic effect of K^(+)and C_(3)N_(4)co-intercalation significantly reduces the electrostatic interaction between Zn^(2+)and the[VOn]layer,improves the specific capacity and cycling stability.Consequently,the KNVO-C_(3)N_(4)electrode displays outstanding electrochemical performance at room temperature and under extreme environments.It exhibits excellent rate performance(228.4 m Ah g^(-1)at 20 A g^(-1)),long-term cycling stability(174.2 m Ah g^(-1) after 10,000 cycles at 20 A g^(-1)),and power/energy density(210.0 Wh kg^(-1)at 14,200 W kg^(-1))at room temperature.Notably,it shows remarkable storage performance at-20℃(111.3 m Ah g^(-1)at 20 A g^(-1))and 60℃(208.6 m Ah g^(-1)at 20 A g^(-1)).This strategy offers a novel approach to developing high-performance cathodes capable of operating under extreme temperatures.
基金supported by the Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars of Hunan Province(2023JJ10060)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(22575269)Young Elite Scientists Sponsorship Program by CAST(2023QNRC001)。
文摘Recent advancements in Zn-halogen batteries have focused on enhancing the adsorptive or catalytic capability of host materials and stabilizing complex intermediates with electrolyte additives,while the halogen-ion electrolyte modifications exhibit strong potential for integrated interfacial regulation.Herein,we design an electrically insulating rigid electrolyte container to immobilize a liquid halogen-ion electrolyte for separator-free Zn-halogen batteries with customizable electron transfer.Robust hydrogen bonding of hydroxyl groups in SiO_(2)with fluorinated moieties in PVDF-hfp regulates Zn^(2+)solvation and suppresses H_(2)O activity,while multi-channels formed by microcracks and interparticle gaps not only enhance mass transfer but also buffer interfacial electric field,jointly enabling a durable Zn plating/stripping.Effective confinement of intermediates also ensures the high reversibility across single-(I^(-)/I0),double-(I^(-)/I0/I^(-)),and triple-(I^(-)/I0/I^(-),Cl-/Cl0)electron transfer mechanisms at cathode,as evidenced by the double-electron transfer systems exhibiting a low capacity decay rate of 0.02‰over 4500 cycles at 10 mA cm^(-2)and a high areal capacity of 11.9 mAh cm^(-2)at 2 mA cm^(-2).This work presents a novel“container engineering”approach to halogen-ion electrolyte design and provides fundamental insights into the relationships between redox reversibility and reaction kinetics.
基金the National Natural-Science Foundation of China(Grant No.62304137)Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation(Grant Nos.2023A1515012479,2024A1515011737,and 2024A1515010006)+4 种基金the Science and Technology Innovation Commission of Shenzhen(Grant No.JCYJ20220818100206013)RSC Researcher Collaborations Grant(Grant No.C23-2422436283)State Key Laboratory of Radio Frequency Heterogeneous Integration(Independent Scientific Research Program No.2024010)the Project on Frontier and Interdisciplinary Research Assessment,Academic Divisions of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(Grant No.XK2023XXA002)NTUT-SZU Joint Research Program.
文摘In this data explosion era,ensuring the secure storage,access,and transmission of information is imperative,encom-passing all aspects ranging from safeguarding personal devices to formulating national information security strategies.Leverag-ing the potential offered by dual-type carriers for transportation and employing optical modulation techniques to develop high reconfigurable ambipolar optoelectronic transistors enables effective implementation of information destruction after read-ing,thereby guaranteeing data security.In this study,a reconfigurable ambipolar optoelectronic synaptic transistor based on poly(3-hexylthiophene)(P3HT)and poly[[N,N-bis(2-octyldodecyl)-napthalene-1,4,5,8-bis(dicarboximide)-2,6-diyl]-alt-5,5′-(2,2′-bithiophene)](N2200)blend film was fabricated through solution-processed method.The resulting transistor exhib-ited a relatively large ON/OFF ratio of 10^(3) in both n-and p-type regions,and tunable photoconductivity after light illumination,particularly with green light.The photo-generated carriers could be effectively trapped under the gate bias,indicating its poten-tial application in mimicking synaptic behaviors.Furthermore,the synaptic plasticity,including volatile/non-volatile and excita-tory/inhibitory characteristics,could be finely modulated by electrical and optical stimuli.These optoelectronic reconfigurable properties enable the realization of information light assisted burn after reading.This study not only offers valuable insights for the advancement of high-performance ambipolar organic optoelectronic synaptic transistors but also presents innovative ideas for the future information security access systems.
基金supported by the RGC Research Impact Fund(Grant No.R5008-22F).
文摘Hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)is the fourth leading cause of cancer-related mortality worldwide1.The primary treatment options for this disease are surgical resection and liver transplantation.Unfortunately,most HCC cases are diagnosed in advanced stages and are inoperable.Even after surgery,the long-term prognosis remains unsatisfactory,because of a high recurrence rate.
基金supported by the RGC Senior Research Fellowship Scheme(Grant No.SRFS2021-5S01)the Hong Kong Research Grants Council(Grant No.PolyU 15307321)+2 种基金Research Institute for Smart Energy(CDAQ),Research Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology(CE2H),Research Centre for Carbon-Strategic Catalysis(CE2L)Miss Clarea Au for the Endowed Professorship in Energy(Grant No.847S)National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.62205277).
文摘The search for photoactive materials that are able to efficiently produce solar fuels is a growing research field to tackle the current energy crisis.Herein,we have prepared two ionic non-noble metallo-supramolecular polymers Se-MTpy(M=Co or Ni),and constructed their composites with single-walled carbon nanotubes(CNTs)via electrostatic attraction andπ-πinteractions for efficient and stable photocatalytic hydrogen evolution.In the photocatalytic system,the cationic Se-MTpy as host and anionic CNTs as vip are assembled into a binary composite,which exhibits superior photocatalytic activity under visible light irradiation(>420 nm).The optimized CNT@Se-CoTpy composite,containing 1.2 wt%metal loading,achieves 7 times higher hydrogen evolution rate(2.47 mmol g^(-1)h^(-1))than bare Se-CoTpy(0.35 mmol g^(-1)h^(-1)).This is attributed to the constructive formation of junctions between polymer and CNTs,facilitating interfacial charge transfer and transport for efficient proton reduction.The composite system also shows high photostability after continuous irradiation for~30 h.The combination of experimental and theoretical analysis demonstrates the higher activity for reducing H_(2)O to H_(2)of Se-CoTpy than Se-NiTpy.The feasible interfacial architecture proposed in this study represents an effective approach to achieve high photocatalytic performance.
文摘Single-atom catalysts (SACs) have emerged as a transformative class of materials in heterogeneous catalysis owing to their atomically dispersed metal centers, maximal atom utilization, and well-defined coordination environments. In the energy sector, SACs have shown exceptional performance in electrocatalytic reactions such as the oxygen reduction reaction (ORR), hydrogen evolution reaction (HER), and carbon dioxide reduction (CO_(2)RR), where their tunable local electronic structures facilitate high activity and selectivity under mild conditions. Meanwhile, in the environmental domain, SACs are increasingly explored for advanced oxidation processes (AOPs), particularly in water purification applications, due to their ability to generate reactive species from green oxidants like hydrogen peroxide or peroxymonosulfate (PMS). Among various AOP strategies, PMS-based Fenton-like reactions have gained attention due to the high oxidation potential and stability of PMS in a wide pH range.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(22379069,22109072)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(30922010304)。
文摘Lithium-sulfur(Li-S)batteries hold great promise for next-generation energy storage,yet suffer from sluggish redox kinetics and polysulfide shuttling.Herein,a novel Ni_(3)S_(2)/Ni_(2)B heterostructure is developed to improve sulfur electrochemistry by synergistically enhancing polysulfide fixation and catalytic conversions.Fabricated through mild sequential boronation and sulfurization,this hybrid nanocatalyst integrates the strong polysulfide adsorbability and high conductivity of Ni_(2)B with the high catalytic activity of Ni_(3)S_(2).More importantly,the as-constructed heterointerface inspires new,highly catalytic sites that smooth consecutive sulfur conversions with lower energy barriers,while the built-in electric fields promote directional charge transfer,collectively contributing to fast-kinetic and highly efficient sulfur redox reactions.As a result,Li-S cells incorporating the Ni_(3)S_(2)/Ni_(2)B nanocatalyst exhibit excellent cyclability,with minimal capacity decay of 0.017%per cycle over 900 cycles at 1 C and a superb rate capability of up to 5 C.Even under demanding conditions,such as a high sulfur loading of 5.0 mg cm^(-2)and a low electrolyte-to-sulfur(E/S)ratio of 4.8 mL g^(-1),high capacity and cyclability are maintained,highlighting the great potential of this unique heterointerface engineering in advancing high-performance and practically viable Li-S batteries.
基金supported by the Noncommunicable Chronic Diseases-National Science and Technology Major Project(No.2023ZD0504600)the National Science Foundation of Guangdong Province(No.2023B1515020082)。
文摘Background Predicting in-hospital mortality in elderly patients with dilated cardiomyopathy(DCM)is critical for improving clinical management.This study investigated the prognostic significance of mitral valve regurgitant area(MVRA)as a predictor of in-hospital mortality.Methods A total of 813 elderly patients(age≥60 years)diag-nosed with DCM were included in this retrospective study,with admissions spanning from January 2010 to Decem-ber 2019.Univariate and multivariate Cox regression analyses were conducted to assess the association between MVRA and in-hospital mortality.Receiver operating characteristic(ROC)curve and Kaplan-Meier survival analy-ses were employed to assess the predictive performance of MVRA and to compare cumulative survival rates be-tween groups,respectively.Results MVRA was significantly associated with in-hospital mortality in both univar-iate and multivariate analyses(HR:1.119,95%CI:1.028-1.218,P=0.009).ROC curve analysis demonstrated good prognostic performance for MVRA[area under curve(AUC):0.714].Kaplan-Meier analysis revealed that patients with high MVRA(HMVRA)had significantly worse in-hospital survival outcomes(log-rank χ2=12.628,P<0.001).Conclusions An increase in MVRA is significantly associated with higher in-hospital mortality in elderly DCM patients,with an MVRA exceeding 7 cm2 indicating a notably increased mortality rate.MVRA serves as a simple and effective parameter for risk assessment and treatment monitoring in DCM patients.
基金financial supports from the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Nos.2022YFB3504100 and 2021YFB3500600)National Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province(No.BK20240567)+6 种基金Natural Science Foundation of the Jiangsu Higher Education Institutions of China(No.22KJB610012)Key R&D Program of Jiangsu Province(No.BE2022142)Jiangsu International Cooperation Project(No.BZ2021018)Nanjing Science and Technology Top Experts Gathering Plan,Cooperation Foundation for the Chunhui Plan Program of Ministry of Education of China(No.202200554)Open Project Program of Key Laboratory of Optic-electric Sensing and Analytical Chemistry for Life Science(No.M2024-7),MOEOpen Project Program of Anhui Province Key Laboratory of Pollutant Sensitive Materials and Environmental Remediation(No.PSMER2023008)the Open Foundation of State Environmental Protection Key Laboratory of Soil Environmental Management and Pollution Control(No.SEMPC2023004)
文摘Rare earth-based functional nanomaterials have wide applications in catalytic CO_(2)reduction reaction(CO_(2)RR)due to their impressive performance.In particular,the superior oxygen storage and release ability of Ce^(4+)/Ce^(3+)reversible pairs,the high coordination number and rich coordination geometry of lanthanide(La)metal ions and the unique stereoselectivity of samarium(Sm)reagents have aroused more and more interest among scientists.To enhance the catalytic activity of Ce,La,Sm(CLS)-based catalysts,recent developments of various modification strategies have been performed to promote the charge transfer and activation of CO_(2).This review constructively discussed the synthesis of modified CLS-based materials and the corresponding applications in thermal catalytic CO_(2)RR,photocatalytic CO_(2)RR,and electrocatalytic CO_(2)RR.Finally,the current difficulties of these materials and further research on the modification of rare earth-based catalysts,as well as the potential future development have been identified.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.21971080,22171098)supported by Chengdu Guibao Science&Technology Co.,Ltd.This work was also supported by the 111 Project(No.B17019)。
文摘The first-ever synthesis of the unknown furo[2,3:4,5]pyrimido[1,2-b]indazole skeleton was demonstrated based on the undiscovered tetra-functionalization of enaminones,with simple substrates and reaction conditions.The key to realizing this process lies in the multiple trapping of the in situ generated ketenimine cation by the 3-aminoindazole,which results in the formation of four new chemical bonds and two new rings in one pot.Moreover,the products of this new reaction were found to exhibit aggregationinduced emission(AIE)without modification.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.:82274154,82304792)Natural Science Foundation of Tianjin Municipality(GrantNos.:23JCzXJC00150+1 种基金23JCJQjC00040)China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(Grant Nos.:2023M732627,2024T170657).
文摘Therapeutic antibodies of targeting the programmed cell death protein 1(PD-1)/programmed death-ligand 1(PD-L1)pathway are used in hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)treatment,but are limited by low response rates and immune-related toxicity[1].Searching for treatment approaches to combine with PD-1/PD-L1 blockade may potentially enhance the efficacy of PD-1/PD-L1 blockade and reduce its side effects.
基金support from the College Students’Innovative Entrepreneurial Training Plan Program(Northwestern Polytechnical University),the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52473265)the Shaanxi Provincial Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars(No.2023-JC-JQ-32).
文摘Acne vulgaris is one of the most common skin disorders affecting millions of patients worldwide,its long-lasting inflammation greatly reduces life quality and causes negative psychosocial impacts.Conventional treatments often along with side effects and issues of patient compliance,and ineffective in treating severe conditions.In recent years,microneedle(MN)has emerged as a versatile therapeutic technology,owing to its minimally invasive,effective,and reduced side effects.However,there are few review articles that systematically summarize the progress of microneedles for the treatment of acne.Here conclude the material,function,and application of microneedle technology in the treatment of acne,with a particular focus on two types of anti-acne microneedle:drug-loaded microneedle(DMN)and radio-frequency microneedle(RMN).DMN facilitates targeted drug delivery to the skin's deeper layers,while RMN utilizes radio-frequency currents to stimulate collagen regeneration,thus addressing acne scarring.Additionally,future directions for advanced acne-treating microneedle technology are envisioned,such as diversified drug loading,multi-functionality,production process optimization,and personalized treatment.These different directions are expected to further enhance the safety,efficacy,and patient satisfaction of microneedle acne treatments.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(22178361,22378402,52302310)the International Partnership Project of CAS(039GJHZ2022029GC)+3 种基金the National Key R&D Program of China(2020YFA0710200)the Foundation of the Innovation Academy for Green Manufacture Institute,Chinese Academy of Sciences(IAGM2022D07)QinChuangYuan Cites High-level Innovation and Entrepreneurship Talent Programs(QCYRCXM-2022-335)the Open Project Program of Anhui Province International Research Center on Advanced Building Materials(JZCL2303KF).
文摘Compared to aqueous-phase electrocatalytic nitrogen reduction reaction(NRR),lithium-mediated NRR(Li-NRR)theoretically enhances the intrinsic activity of NH3 production through spontaneous exothermic reactions between Li and N_(2).However,the in-situ generated solid electrolyte interphase(SEI)during the reaction slows down the Li^(+)transport and nucleation kinetics,which further hinders the subsequent activation and protonation processes.Herein,a sophisticated amorphous-crystalline heterostructured SEI of Zn-LiF is formed by additive engineering.The concerted electron interplay between amorphous and crystalline domains is prone to generate lithiophobic Zn and lithiophilic LiF sites,where lithiophobic Zn accelerates Li^(+)diffusion within the SEI and avoids high concentration polarization,and lithiophilic LiF ensures homogeneous nucleation of diffused Li^(+)and its participation in subsequent reactions.Therefore,compared to conventional SEI,a more than 8-fold performance improvement is achieved in the additive-engineered heterogeneous lithiophobic-lithiophilic SEI,which exhibits a high NH_(3)yield rate of 11.58 nmol s^(−1)cm^(−2)and a Faradaic efficiency of 32.97%.Thus,exploiting the synergistic effects in heterogeneous lithiophobic-lithiophilic structures to achieve functional complementarity between different components opens a new avenue toward high-performance Li-NRR.
文摘Dispersing metals from nanoparticles to clusters is often achieved using ligand protection methods,which exhibit unique properties such as suppressing structure-sensitive side reactions.However,this method is limited by the use of different metal precursor salts corresponding to different ligands.An alternative approach,the ion exchange(IE)method,can overcome this limitation to some extent.Nevertheless,there is still an urgent need to address the stabilization of metals(especially precious metals)by using IE method.Here,we reported a Pt cluster catalyst prepared mainly by anchoring Pt atoms via O located near the framework Zn in zincosilicate zeolites and riveted by zeolite surface rings after reduction(reduced Pt/Zn-3-IE).The catalyst can achieve an initial propane conversion of 26%in a pure propane atmosphere at 550℃and shows little deactivation even after 7.5 d of operation.Moreover,the alteration of catalyst by the introduction of framework Zn was also highlighted and interpreted.
基金supported by the Research Grants Council(16310419,16309418,and 16304821)the Innovation and Technology Commission(Grant No.ITC-CNERC14EG03)of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region+4 种基金the Hong Kong Branch of National Precious Metals Material Engineering Research Centre,City University of Hong Kongthe Strategic Hiring Scheme of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University(P0047728)GuangDong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation(2023A1515110259)National Natural Science Foundation of China(22405228)Guangzhou Science and Technology Bureau(2024A03J0609)。
文摘Cu-based metal-organic frameworks(Cu-MOFs)electrocatalysts are promising for CO_(2)reduction reactions(CO_(2)RR)to produce valuable C_(2+)products.However,designing suitable active sites in Cu-MOFs remains challenging due to their inherent structural instability during CO_(2)RR.Here we propose a synergistic strategy through thermal annealing and electrochemicalactivation process for in-situ reconstruction of the pre-designed Cu-MOFs to produce abundant partially oxidized Cu(Cu^(δ+))active species.The optimized MOF-derived Cu^(δ+)electrocatalyst demonstrates a highly selective production of C_(2+)products,with the Faradaic Efficiency(FE)of 78±2%and a partial current density of-46 m A cm-2at-1.06 VRHEin a standard H-type cell.Our findings reveal that the optimized Cu^(δ+)-rich surface remains stable during electrolysis and enhances surface charge transfer,leading to an increase in the concentration of*CO intermediates,thereby highly selectively producing C_(2+)compounds.This study advances the controllable formation of MOF-derived Cu^(δ+)-rich surfaces and strengthens the understanding of their catalytic role in CO_(2)RR for C_(2+)products.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52325504,52235007,and T2121004).
文摘As surgical procedures transition from conventional resection to advanced tissue-regeneration technologies,human disease therapy has witnessed a great leap forward.In particular,three-dimensional(3D)bioprinting stands as a landmark in this setting,by promising the precise integration of biomaterials,cells,and bioactive molecules,thus opening up a novel avenue for tissue/organ regeneration.Curated by the editorial board of Bio-Design and Manufacturing,this review brings together a cohort of leading young scientists in China to dissect the core functionalities and evolutionary trajectory of 3D bioprinting,by elucidating the intricate challenges encountered in the manufacturing of transplantable organs.We further delve into the translational pathway from scientific research to clinical application,emphasizing the imperativeness of establishing a regulatory framework and rigorously enforcing quality-control measures.Finally,this review outlines the strategic landscape and innovative achievements of China in this field and provides a comprehensive roadmap for researchers worldwide to propel this field collectively to even greater heights.
基金financially supported by the National Key R&D Program of China (No. 2021YFA1501101)the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No. NSFC 21771156)the NSFC/RGC Joint Research Scheme Project (N_Poly U502/ 21)
文摘Hydrogen is a promising candidate for clean and sustainable energy resources to substitute fossil fuels to mitigate global environmental issues.Electrochemical hydrogen production has been regarded as a viable and promising strategy.The overall water splitting is currently the predominant electrochemical hydrogen production method,which could be driven by renewable energy to achieve sustainable production.However,the current challenges are the intrinsically sluggish and energy-intensive oxygen evolution reduction(OER)at the anode and the expensive noble metal-based catalysts for overall water splitting,which limit the practical applications.Extensive efforts have been made to develop bifunctional non-noble metal-based electrocatalysts to boost hydrogen production efficiency and lower the cost.Meanwhile,alternative oxidation reactions with faster kinetics and less energy requirement than OER are being explored as the anodic reaction to couple with the hydrogen evolution reaction for energy-saving hydrogen production.In this review,the non-noble metal-based bifunctional electrocatalysts for overall water splitting,as well as other novel energy-saving hydrogen productions have been introduced and summarized.Current challenges and outlooks are commented on at the end of the article.
