Scientific Reports
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2022
·Vol. 12
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IF 4.996
Li Hongchuan,Kong Deming,Zhang Borui,Kalkhajeh Yusef Kianpoor,Zhao Yingying,Huang Jieying,Hu Hongxiang
The use of degradable chelating agents to facilitate phytoextraction is a promising low-cost method for the remediation of heavy metal-contaminated soils. However, there are few studies on how plants and soils respond to the chelating agents. In this study, the responses of French marigold ( Tagetes patula L.) and soil cadmium (Cd) to the chelator tetrasodium glutamate (GLDA) was investigated in a 180 d field trial. Five GLDA treatments (0, 292.5, 585, 1170, and 2340 kg hm −2 ) were carried out in a Cd-contaminated soil (0.47 mg kg −1 ) under French marigold plantation. The results showed that the application of GLDA promoted the transformation of other forms of Cd in soil to exchangeable state, and the exchangeable Cd and Fe–Mn oxide bound state increased by 42.13% and 32.97% ( p < 0.05), respectively. The cell wall Cd accumulations significantly increased 9.39% ( p < 0.05) and the percentages of soluble fractions increased by 460.33% ( p < 0.05). Furthermore, increases occurred in soil pH, as well as DOC and DTPA-Cd contents with increasing the total amount of GLDA. The composite application of GLDA (2340 kg hm −2 ) with French marigold reduced the total soil Cd content by 7.59% compared with the soil background. Altogether, results of this study suggested that the application of GLDA can effectively activate soil Cd and enhance the capability of French marigold for the remediation of Cd-contaminated soils.
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环境科学
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植物学
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JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
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2024
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IF 5.8
Ran Ao,Jinyan Liu,Xiaohui Ren,Yuelong Liu,Yan Jia
In this paper, corrosion inhibition performance of Helianthus tuberosus L extracts(HTLE) and Poria cocos extracts(PCSE) alone and compounded with Na 2 SiO 3 in 0.01 mol L −1 NaOH solution on AA2024-T3 aluminum alloy was investigated by weight loss, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, potential polarization, atomic force microscopy (AFM) and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), quantum chemical calculations and molecular dynamics simulations. Infrared spectroscopy was used to study the main active components in both extracts. The results revealed that when the two extracts were utilized separately, the corrosion inhibition impact was insignificant. However, when compounded with Na 2 SiO 3 , the corrosion inhibition efficiency was greatly enhanced. Fixing the concentration of Na 2 SiO 3 at 610 mg L −1 , the inhibition effectiveness rose with the increase of the concentration of the extracts, and when the concentration of HTLE, PCSE were 800 mg L −1 and 1000 mg L −1 , respectively, the inhibition efficiencies could reached approximated 98 %. The two compounds were anodic-dominant hybrid corrosion inhibitors. AFM and XPS analysis revealed that the two compounds could successfully adsorb on the aluminum alloy surface, protecting the metal from corrosion. Theoretical simulations were conducted by selecting the three major components from each of the two extracts. Quantitative chemistry calculations indicated the accepted and donated electron groups of the major components. Molecular dynamics simulations show that the primary components compounded with Na 2 SiO 3 have a higher negative adsorption energy than their action alone.
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材料科学
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电化学
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量子化学
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JOURNAL OF APPLIED ENTOMOLOGY
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2020
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IF 2.211
Haichen Yin,Wenjing Li,Min Xu,Dong Xu,Peng Wan
Many methods for management of mirid bugs, one of the major pest species in cotton fields, have been developed in recent decades. The use of attractive plant volatiles may be a safe and effective alternative compared with chemical pesticides. Very little is known about the responses of the bugs to some specific volatiles. In this study, the attractive effects for the mirid bug Apolygus lucorum were evaluated and compared among ethanol extracts obtained from six types of plants. The results showed that A. lucorum had the highest selection response rate to the extract from Allium tuberosum seeds and 70.51% of the adults tended to choose this odour source. Among 40 identified compounds of the volatiles comprising A. tuberosum seed extracts, diethyl phthalate and methyl levulinate had significantly higher attractive effects than that of cotton leaves, but the respective selection response rates were less than 65%. We found that when methyl levulinate and diethyl phthalate were mixed in volume ratios of 3:7 and 6:4, the selection response rates of A. lucorum for the mixtures were 54.67% and 63.65%, respectively. These response rates were significantly higher than those for the two compounds presented alone. Furthermore, the selection response rates of A. lucorum based on these mixtures reached 82.75% and 75.73%, respectively when compared with cotton leaves. The two volatile mixtures also showed a significantly higher attractive effect for Adelphocoris suturalis , with respective selection response rates at 74.58% and 77.80% when compared with cotton leaves. Moreover, the two attractants showed no difference between the responses of male and female mirid bugs. We concluded that an appropriate application of the attractants described herein has the potential to develop a safe and effective approach for the monitoring and control of mirid bugs in cotton fields.
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昆虫学
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SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
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2024
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IF 8.2
Kun Zhou,Deliang Yin,Chen Liu,Rongguo Sun
Farmland mercury (Hg) pollution poses a significant threat to human health, but there is a lack of highly efficient phytoextraction for its remediation at present. This study investigates the impact of poly-γ-glutamic acid (γ-PGA) on the phytoextraction capabilities of Pennisetum giganteum ( P. giganteum ) in Hg-contaminated soil. Our research indicates that amending γ-PGA to soil markedly enhances the assimilation of soil Hg by P. giganteum and transformation of Hg within itself, with observed increases in Hg concentrations in roots, stems, and leaves by 1.1, 4.3, and 18.9 times, respectively, compared to the control. This enhancement is attributed to that γ-PGA can facilitate the hydrophilic and bioavailable of soil Hg. Besides, γ-PGA can stimulate the abundance of Hg-resistance bacteria Proteobacteria in the rhizosphere of P. giganteum , thus increasing the mobility and uptake of soil Hg by P. giganteum roots. Moreover, the hydrophilic nature of Hg-γ-PGA complexes supports their transport via the apoplastic pathway , across the epidermis, and through the Casparian strip , eventually leading to immobilization in the mesophyll tissues. This study provides novel insights into the mechanisms of Hg phytoextraction, demonstrating that γ-PGA significantly enhances the effectiveness of P. giganteum in Hg uptake and translocation. The findings suggest a promising approach for the remediation of Hg-contaminated soil, offering a sustainable and efficient strategy for environmental management and health risk mitigation.
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SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
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2024
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IF 8.2
Xinmiao Xu,Zhenjun Zhang,Xiulan Weng,Zuliang Chen
Extracting rare earth elements (REEs) from wastewater is crucial for saving the environment, sustainable use of natural resources and economic growth. Reported here is a simple, low cost and one-step synthesis of Fe nanoparticles (FeNPs) based on two plant extracts having the ability to recover REEs. The synthesis of FeNPs using Excoecaria cochinchinensis leaves extract (Ec-FeNPs) exhibited high selectivity for heavy rare earth due to unique biomolecules, achieving separation coefficients (K d ) of 3.16 × 10 3 –4.04 × 10 6 mL/g and recovery efficiencies ranging from 71.7 to 100 %. Conversely, the synthesis of FeNPs using Pinus massoniana lamb extract (PML-FeNPs) revealed poorer REE recovery efficiencies of 7.2–86.7 %. To understand the differences between Ec-FeNPs and PML-FeNPs in terms of selectivity and efficiency, LC-QTOF-MS served to analyze the biomolecules differences of two plant extracts. In addition, various types of characterization were carried out to identify the different functional groups encapsulated on the surface of FeNPs. These results reveal the source of the difference in the selectivity of Ec-FeNPs and PML-FeNPs for REEs. Furthermore, during DFT calculations, it was found that biomolecules with varying affinities for the surface of FeNPs interact with each other, leading to the formation of structures that exhibit high reactivity towards REEs. Finally, incorporating Spearman correlation analysis demonstrates that the selective removal efficiency of REEs was closely linked to surface complexation, ion exchange, and electrostatic adsorption. Consequently, this work strongly highlights the potential for the practical application of novel adsorbents in this field.
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ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering
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2024
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IF 7.1
Qingyin Dai,Ruijing Jia,Han Li,Jisheng Yang,Zhiyong Qin
Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) are broad-spectrum antibacterial agents that are safe for the environment and the human body. To achieve a balance between material functionality, degradability, and safety of AgNPs, the peanut red skin (PSE)/polyphenol-hydroxypropyl-β-cyclodextrin (HPβCD)/AgNPs were prepared for the first time by ultrasound-triggered molecular encapsulation and biosynthesis for hydrophilic fusion of medicine and small molecules. Additionally, a novel “controlled release” sodium alginate (SA)-based hydrogel was developed and medicine/small-molecule self-assembled PSE/HPβCD/AgNPs were introduced into the three-dimensional network structure of the SA hydrogels. The SA-based hydrogels exhibited excellent mechanical and rheological properties. In different pH conditions, the hydrogels exhibit differing release and expansion behaviors, and the maximum cumulative release of AgNPs was 98.21% at pH > 6.8. Furthermore, the hydrogels exhibited strong antibacterial effects against pathogenic bacteria. They also showed excellent antioxidant properties and cytocompatibility. These advantages highlight the potential utility of the developed hydrogels for biomedical applications and agricultural fields.
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材料科学
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生物医学工程
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纳米生物学
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Food Bioscience
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2022
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IF 5.318
Hui-Rong Yang,Xue Li,Hao Liu,Dong-Rui Zhao,Ying-Jie Zeng
Panax notoginseng is a rare medicinal and edible plant widely used for multi-treatments, and in this study, a polysaccharide Pnp was prepared from P. notoginseng , and its structure and biology activities were investigated. Results showed that the molecular weight of Pnp was 78.6 kDa, and Pnp mainly consisted of →2,4)-α-L-Rha p -(1→, →5)-α-L-Ara f -(1→ and →4)-α-D-Gal p -(1→ residues with acetyl groups. Furthermore, the macrophages were activated the immunologic function after TLR2 and MR recognizing Pnp. Besides, Pnp could be durative utilized by the probiotic Lactobacillus plantarum and the account of viable cells kept at 9.5 log CFU/mL for 72h. The hydrophobicity and the short-chain fatty acids levels (especially butyric acid) of L. plantarum were enhanced by Pnp, which indicated that Pnp exerted beneficial effects on the host health. The results laid a solid foundation for the exploitation of Pnp as a nutraceutical and functional candidate in the food industry.
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CHEMOSPHERE
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2025
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IF 8.1
Zhiwei Cao,Zibin Pan,Zuliang Chen
Acid mine drainage (AMD) is a type of wastewater characterized by elevated concentrations of heavy metals and metalloids, posing significant threats to ecosystems and human health. This study presents an eco-friendly method for in-situ synthesis of iron nanoparticles (FeNPs) in AMD using Excoecaria cochinchinensis leaves (EC) and green tea extracts (GT) as reducing/stabilizing agents, enabling simultaneous removal of heavy metals and metalloids. Results indicate that the two FeNPs (EC-FeNPs and GT-FeNPs) produced in AMD exhibited distinct structural and reactive properties. Firstly, the removal efficiencies of EC-FeNPs for As, Ni and Cd were 20.4 %, 15.31 %, and 11.62 %, respectively, while those of GT-FeNPs were 10.07 %, 11.7 % and 19.76 %, respectively. This indicates that EC-FeNPs were generally more effective than GT-FeNPs in removing heavy metals and metalloids from AMD. Secondly, EC-FeNPs (170.14 ± 3.22 nm) displayed larger particle sizes and more stable surface charges compared to GT-FeNPs (127.14 ± 1.94 nm), which could be attributed to differences in functional groups in the respective plant extracts. Thirdly, both EC and GT extracts acted as reductants and stabilizers in the synthesis of two FeNPs, with EC extracts providing a larger amount of phenolic compounds and carboxylic acids than GT extracts. Highlighted in this study is a novel approach for resource recovery and simultaneous removal of heavy metals and metalloids from AMD.
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环境科学
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纳米技术
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生物学
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JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
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2013
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IF 3.172
Bingyun Zheng,Tao Kong,Xiaolian Jing,Tareque Odoom-Wubah,Xianxue Li,Daohua Sun,Fenfen Lu,Yanmei Zheng,Jiale Huang,Qingbiao Li
Pt nanoparticles (PtNPs) were biologically synthesized by reducing Na 2 PtCl 4 with Cacumen Platycladi Extract (CPE). The effects of reaction temperature, initial Pt(II) concentration, and CPE percentage on Pt(II) conversion and the size distribution of the PtNPs were studied. The results showed that the Pt(II) conversion rate reached 95.9% and that PtNPs measuring 2.4 ± 0.8 nm were obtained under the following conditions: reaction temperature, 90 °C; CPE percentage, 70%; initial Pt(II) concentration, 0.5 mM; reaction time, 25 h. In addition, the bioreduction of Pt(II) was attributed to reducing sugars and flavonoids rather than proteins. The elucidation of bioreductive mechanism of Pt(II) ions was achieved by investigating the changes that occurred in the reducing sugar, flavonoid and protein concentrations in the plant extract, leading to a good insight into the formation mechanism of such biosynthesized PtNPs.
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纳米生物学
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植物化学
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NATURAL PRODUCT RESEARCH
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2014
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IF 1.225
Ji-Bei Liang,Zhong-Duo Yang,Zong-Mei Shu,Cheng-Cheng Yu
It is well known that the isolation of monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors from natural sources is an important strategy for drug development in the treatment of depression, Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's disease. The present work describes developing a thin-layer chromatography (TLC) bioautographic method for detecting MAO inhibitors from plant extracts. The basic principle of the method is that the enzyme oxidises tryptamine into an aldehyde which in turn reacts with 3-(4,5-dimethyl-2-thiazolyl)-2,5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide to form a blue formazan which makes a blue-coloured background on the TLC plates. Inhibitors of MAO produced white spots on the background. The new TLC bioautographic method has several advantages such as lower consumption of the enzyme, shorter experimental time, more easily observed background of TLC plate and better reproducibility. The detection limits were 10 ng for several known MAO inhibitors.
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ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
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2021
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IF 6.291
Yinglei Zhao,Mostafa Gouda,Guohong Yu,Chenghao Zhang,Lei Lin,Pengcheng Nie,Wei Huang,Hongbao Ye,Yunxiang Ye,Chengquan Zhou,Yong He
Phytochelatins are plants’ small metal-binding peptides which chelate internal heavy metals to form nontoxic complexes. Detecting the complexes in plants would simplify identification of cultivars with both high tolerance and enrichment capabilities for heavy metals which represent phytoextraction performance. Thus, a terahertz spectroscopy combined with density functional theory, chemometrics and circular dichroism was used for characterization of phytochelatin2 (PC 2 ), Cd-PC 2 mixture standards, and pak choi ( Brassica chinensis ) leaves as a plant model. Results showed PC 2 chelates Cd 2+ in a 2:1 ratio to form Cd(PC 2 ) 2 complex; Cd connected to thoils of PC 2 and changed β-turn and random coil of PC 2 peptide chain to β-Sheet which presented as terahertz vibrations of PC 2 around 1.03 and 1.71 THz being suppressed; the best models for detecting the complex in pak choi were obtained by partial least squares regression modeling combined with successive projections algorithm selection; the models used PC 2 as a natural probe for visualizing and quantifying chelated Cd in pak choi leaf and achieved a limit of detection up to 1.151 ppm. This study suggested that terahertz information of the heavy metal-PCs complexes is qualified for representing a simpler alternative to classical index for evaluating phytoextraction performance of plant; it provided a general protocol for structure analysis and detection of heavy metal-PCs complexes in plant by terahertz absorbance.
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ANALYTICAL AND BIOANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
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2024
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IF 3.8
Huo Jinfeng,Zhe Wei,Zhang Yipeng,Yang Qianxu,Zeng Zhongda
The chemical components of natural fragrant plant extracts are of high complexity, and the strategies for quality control (QC) and further discovery of fragrance mechanisms still need to be further investigated. This study integrated the strategies and methods of untargeted metabolomics and chemometrics and statistical modeling to attain the goal. The techniques of reversed-phase and HILIC analysis of ultra-performance liquid chromatography-high-resolution mass spectrometry (UPLC-HRMS) were simultaneously used to collect data in both positive and negative ion modes. The pattern analysis of fingerprints and discovery of characteristic molecular markers for QC analysis were comprehensively employed to reach in-depth analysis of the quality variation and discovery of differential molecules among natural fragrant plant extracts. The former uses fingerprint technique to analyze their overall similarities and differences, and the latter comprehensively discovers molecular substances characterizing the chemical characteristics of fragrant extracts with the help of metabolomics and univariate and multivariate methods. The findings are expected to be used as the molecular markers in product manufacturing, sales, and consumption to achieve accurate quality control and recognition of targeted molecules for potential quality monitoring using spectroscopy techniques. In this work, 27 natural fragrant extracts were applied as examples, and their chemical components were comprehensively analyzed with discovery of markers for quality control. After data integration, 1178 molecules were annotated, and 267 differential metabolite molecules with the values of variable importance in the projection (VIP) larger than 1.0 were found. The results show that the method proposed in this work is of great significance for high-coverage analysis, QC marker discovery, and aroma mechanism elucidation, which has potential applications in the areas of food, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, tobacco, and others. Graphical Abstract
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分析化学
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植物学
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食品科学
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