Nano-Micro Letters
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2024
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Bai Jie,Jia Jian Hui,Wang Yu,Yang Chun Cheng,Jiang Qing
Sodium-ion batteries have emerged as competitive substitutes for low-temperature applications due to severe capacity loss and safety concerns of lithium-ion batteries at − 20 °C or lower. However, the key capability of ultrafast charging at ultralow temperature for SIBs is rarely reported. Herein, a hybrid of Bi nanoparticles embedded in carbon nanorods is demonstrated as an ideal material to address this issue, which is synthesized via a high temperature shock method. Such a hybrid shows an unprecedented rate performance (237.9 mAh g−1 at 2 A g−1) at − 60 °C, outperforming all reported SIB anode materials. Coupled with a Na3V2(PO4)3 cathode, the energy density of the full cell can reach to 181.9 Wh kg−1 at − 40 °C. Based on this work, a novel strategy of high-rate activation is proposed to enhance performances of Bi-based materials in cryogenic conditions by creating new active sites for interfacial reaction under large current.
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Microbial Cell Factories
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2024
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Song Yuping,Lv Hongfa,Xu Lei,Liu Zhiying,Wang Jianfeng,Fang Tianqi,Deng Xuming,Zhou Yonglin,Li Dan
Background Inorganic polyphosphate (polyP)-targeted polyphosphate kinase 1 (PPK1) has attracted much attention by virtue of its importance in bacterial pathogenicity and persistence, as well as its exclusive presence in microorganisms. However, only very few drugs have been found to be efficacious in inhibiting the Acinetobacter baumannii (A. baumannii) PPK1 protein.Results In this study, we identified Scutellarein (Scu), a potent PPK1 inhibitor that could significantly influence PPK1-regulated motility, biofilm formation, and bacterial persistence, which was further validated by the results of transcriptome analysis. Mechanistic explorations revealed that Scu achieved its enzyme inhibitory activity predominantly through direct engagement with the active center of PPK1. Moreover, the survival rate of Galleria mellonella larvae was increased by about 35% with 20 mg/kg of Scu treatment. The remarkable therapeutic benefits of Scu were also observed in the mouse pneumonia model, shown mainly by reduced bacterial colonization, pathological lesions, and inflammatory factors.Conclusion Our results revealed that Scu could attenuate the pathogenicity and persistence of A. baumannii by interfering with its important kinase PPK1.
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BMC Chemistry
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Yin Tingting,Li Qiaowen,Sun Huan,Zheng Jin,Wang Yuanyuan,Luo Yi,Wang Li
Background This work intended to assess the disinfection efficacy of hypochlorous acid (HA) and silver nanoparticles (AgNP) disinfectants in disinfecting the dental unit waterlines (DUWL) during comprehensive oral treatment and explore their potential applications in the oral medical environment. Methods: Firstly, AgNP solution was prepared and evaluated through X-ray diffraction (XRD), field emission transmission electron microscope (FE-TEM), and stability tests. Subsequently, 15 dental units were selected and randomly assigned to three groups, each receiving a different disinfection method. Specifically, one group (5 units) received HA disinfectant (HA group), one group (5 units) received AgNP disinfectant (AgNP group), and another group (5 units) received a combination of HA and AgNP disinfectant (HA + AgNP group). Bacterial counts before and after disinfection were compared and analyzed at four sites on the dental units: high-speed handpiece tubing, mouthwash, ultrasonic scaler, and three-way syringe. Results The growth of biofilm on the waterlines was observed using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and laser confocal microscopy (LCM). The results indicated that AgNP solution was successfully prepared and demonstrated excellent stability. There was no significant difference in the average weekly number of patients treated across the three groups ( P > 0.05). After disinfection, bacterial counts were significantly reduced in all groups. Compared to the HA and AgNP groups, the HA + AgNP group exhibited a markedly lower bacterial count, with statistical significance ( P < 0.05). The compliance rates observed during the first disinfection and two weeks post-disinfection were slightly lower in the HA and AgNP groups compared to the HA + AgNP group, although no significant statistical difference was found ( P > 0.05). SEM images revealed uneven biofilm plaques on the inner surface of the pipes prior to disinfection, embedded within a dense matrix, while the biofilm was visibly disrupted post-disinfection. LCM software analysis showed that, compared to the HA and AgNP groups, the HA + AgNP group had a significantly lower percentage of live bacteria on the biofilm post-disinfection ( P < 0.05). Conclusion Compared to any single disinfectant regimen, the combined use of HA and AgNPs effectively inhibited bacterial growth and exerted a significant destructive effect on biofilms. Therefore, this combination is expected to be a viable option for disinfection of DUWL in the oral healthcare setting. Clinical trial number Not applicable.
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Nature Communications
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2025
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Liu Yijie,Zhou Jintang,Li Chenchen,Zhang Henghui,Wang Yucheng,Yan Yi,Duan Lvtong,Cheng Zhenyu,Ma Yao,Yao Zhengjun
With the development of nanotechnology, nano-functional units of different dimensions, morphologies, and sizes exhibit the potential for efficient microwave absorption (MA) performance. However, the multi-unit coupling enhancement mechanism triggered by the alignment and orientation of nano-functional units has been neglected, hindering the further development of microwave absorbing materials (MAMs). In this paper, two typical ZIF-derived nanomaterials are self-assembled into two-dimensional ordered polyhedral superstructures by the simple ice template method. The nano-functional units exhibit distinctive dielectric-sensitive behaviors after self-assembling into two-dimensional ordered arrays. The modified 2D ordered polyhedral superstructures not only inherit the atomic-level doping and well-designed shell structure, but also further amplify the loss properties to realize the multi-scale modulated MA response. Satisfactory MA performance in C, X and Ku bands is finally achieved. In particular, the ultra-broadband microwave absorption bandwidth (EAB) of 6.41 GHz is realized at 1.82 mm thickness. Our work demonstrates the two-dimensional ordered array-induced multiscale polarization behavior, providing a direction to fully utilize the potential of wave-absorbing functional units.
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FIBERS AND POLYMERS
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Zhang Quanchao,Wang Huiwen,Shi Jian,Luo Honglin,Yin Chen,Wan Yizao
The repair of bone defects necessitates the establishment of sophisticated gradients. However, most strategies for gradient casting require specialized apparatus and have high equipment requirements. Therefore, there is a strong desire to develop a simple method for constructing gradient scaffolds that mimic the hierarchical structure of native bone. In this study, we prepared poly (vinyl alcohol)/bacterial cellulose (PVA/BC) scaffolds with gradient hydroxyapatite (HAp) content using the buoyancy-driven gradient (BG) method. Scanning electron microscopy characterization revealed that HAp gradient scaffold exhibited the gradient microstructure and HAp content. Furthermore, HAp gradient scaffold demonstrated enhanced adhesion, spreading, and proliferation of MC3T3-E1 cells and displayed excellent osteogenic ability. Additionally, when applied in subcutaneous implantation models in mice, HAp gradient scaffold showed superior biocompatibility compared to other scaffolds tested in vitro. These results present a straightforward approach for fabricating gradient HAp bone scaffolds that hold great potential as candidate materials for bone regeneration.
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Phytopathology Research
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2025
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He Ya-Wen,Law Jodi Woan-Fei,Azad Sepideh Mazhari,Hu Wen-Da,Song Kai,Chua Kah-Ooi,Jiang Lian,Jin Yu,Lee Learn-Han,Zhou Lian
Bacterial leaf blight (BLB), caused by Xanthomonas oryzae pv. oryzae (Xoo), is one of the most severe bacterial diseases in rice. The current BLB-prevention strategy depends on chemical antimicrobials. The biological control methods have gained considerable attention. Among them, Streptomyces are particularly promising candidates due to their ability to produce diverse natural antimicrobial and plant-growth-promoting metabolites. In this study, we isolated a Streptomyces strain HSW2009 from the rice rhizosphere. This strain displayed significant antagonistic activity against Xoo. The antagonistic metabolite was extracted and purified from the HSW2009 culture. High-performance liquid chromatography-mass chromatography and nuclear magnetic resonance analyses revealed that the active compound is Piericidin A1, a member of the piericidin family metabolites containing a 4-pyridinol core linked with a methylated polyketide side chain. Piericidin A1 was shown to protect rice from Xoo infection in the microclimate chamber. The strain HSW2009 produced pale yellow aerial mycelia on the agar plate of the International Streptomyces Project-2 medium. Its cellular morphology conformed to that typically observed in the genus Streptomyces . Phylogenetic analysis of 16S rRNA gene sequences showed that HSW2009 was closely related to Streptomyces zagrosensis , S. youssoufiensis , and S. varsoviensis . HSW2009 displayed a unique DNA profile in BOX-PCR fingerprinting analysis and had a genome size of 8,806,972 bp, with a 72.83% G + C content. Average nucleotide identity analysis and digital DNA–DNA hybridization using the Type Strain Genome Server supported HSW2009 as a novel Streptomyces sp. It was therefore proposed as Streptomyces shaowuensis sp. nov., type strain HSW2009.
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JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE
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Yang Lei,Lu Lin,Chen Xiaoyan,Qiao Yingjie
Carbon fiber-reinforced composites (CFRCs) as the load-bearing structural component are widely used in the military and industrial fields. However, CFRCs undergo the severe oxidation in high-temperature oxygen environments, seriously affecting their service safety. In current work, SiO 2 and TiO 2 coatings are selected to synthesize on the CFRCs surface for improving their anti-oxidation by a liquid-phase deposition technique. The deposition technique is simple, controllable, and reproducible. The formation process, microscopic morphologies, chemical bonding, and molecular structure of SiO 2 and TiO 2 on the CFRCs surface are systematically investigated. A series of characterizations, namely X-ray diffractometry, Raman spectrum, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, demonstrate that SiO 2 and TiO 2 coatings are successfully synthesized on the surface of CFRCs, respectively. The scanning electron microscopy and elemental distribution show that CFRCs are evenly loaded with SiO 2 or TiO 2 particles on the surface. TiO 2 particles grow faster and the synthesized particles are finer with the particle diameter of 200 ~ 300 nm in comparison with 400 ~ 500 nm of SiO 2 particles, under the same synthesis conditions. In addition, an isothermal oxidation test is conducted for the CFRCs modified by SiO 2 or TiO 2 at 1273 K for 30 min. The weight loss rate of modified composites is lower than 62.12% of bare sample. Among them, the composites modified by SiO 2 or TiO 2 at 70 °C for 3 h possess the lowest weight loss rate of 34.24 and 37.32%, respectively, indicating that the modification of SiO 2 and TiO 2 all can improve the oxidation resistance of CFRCs. Graphical abstract
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MOLECULAR NEUROBIOLOGY
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2024
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Chen Kechun,Xu Bingtian,Long Lu,Wen Huizhen,Zhao Qian,Tu Xingxing,Wang Jiakang,Xu Jiangping,Wang Haitao
We have previously shown that inhibition of phosphodiesterase 4 (PDE4) protects against cerebral ischemia/reperfusion injury. However, it remains unclear whether and how PDE4 affects ferroptosis under cerebral ischemia/reperfusion conditions. In this study, we found that overexpression of PDE4B in HT-22 cells exacerbated the detrimental effects of oxygen–glucose deprivation/reoxygenation (OGD/R), including a decrease in cell viability and glutathione (GSH) levels and an increase in Fe 2+ content. PDE4B knockdown mitigated the effects of OGD/R, as evidenced by decreased oxidative stress, lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) release, Fe 2+ content, and nuclear receptor coactivator 4 (NCOA4) expression. PDE4B knockdown also enhanced the levels of GSH, ferroportin (FPN), and ferritin heavy chain 1 (FTH1). Consistently, inhibition of PDE4 by roflumilast (Roflu) produced similar effects as PDE4B knockdown. Roflu also ameliorated the morphology and membrane potential of the mitochondria. Glutathione peroxidase 4 (GPX4) knockdown blocked the effects of Roflu on cell viability and lipid peroxidation. Moreover, we found that nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf-2) knockdown decreased GPX4 expression. In addition, Nrf-2 knockdown led to enhanced lipid peroxidation, LDH release, and iron levels, while the GSH and FPN levels decreased. More crucially, PDE4 inhibition decreased infarct volume, alleviated oxidative stress, and restored the expression levels of ferroptosis-associated proteins in middle cerebral artery occlusion/reperfusion (MCAO/R) rats. Interestingly, the GPX4 inhibitor RSL3 blocked the neuroprotective effects of Roflu in rats subjected to MCAO/R. Thus, PDE4 inhibition significantly inhibits neuronal ferroptosis by activating the Nrf-2/GPX4 pathway. These data indicate the existence of a novel mechanism underlying the neuroprotective effects of PDE4 inhibition.
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JOURNAL OF APPLIED ELECTROCHEMISTRY
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Nazeer Sana,Han Jingwei,Qi Junjie
Due to the fact that fossil fuels are limited and the world’s energy demand is rising, economic catalysts with exceptional stability and efficiency must be produced right now. MoS 2 ’s successfully increased catalytic activity by interfacial coupling and phase engineering. The 1T/2H-MoS 2 /Ni 3 S 2 composite was effectively created in this study by adding Ni 3 S 2 material on top of 1T/2H-MoS 2 (Mo: S = 1:4). The effects of varying concentrations of Ni 3 S 2 on hydrogen evaluation reaction characteristics are examined using the hydrothermal technique. The composite sample with an appropriate amount of Ni 3 S 2 has the best hydrogen evolution performance when compared to samples with other amounts of Ni 3 S 2 . The sample’s overpotential at 1 M KOH is 124 mV at 10 mAcm −2 , and its Tafel slope is 138.0 mVdec −1 . In addition, the sample exhibits good air stability and hydrogen evolution stability. Also, to accelerate the kinetics of hydrogen evolution and encourage H 2 O dissociation in an alkaline environment, Ni 3 S 2 efficiently stimulates MoS 2 ’s inert base surface, creates a rich coupling boundary, and greatly enhances the performance of electrocatalytic hydrogen evolution. Graphical abstract
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Advanced Composites and Hybrid Materials
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2024
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Qiu Jiahang,Zhang Mu,Zhao Rongzhi,Sun Xudong,He Dianning
The quest for broadband electromagnetic wave absorption to satisfy the demands of various fields has emerged as a prominent research focus in the domain of electromagnetic wave absorption. By considering the effects of magnetic loss and polarization loss across different frequency bands, the development of composite materials incorporating magnetic metal particles and single metal atoms may facilitate an expansion of the electromagnetic wave absorption frequency range. Consequently, we synthesized FeCo@C/Ni@C composites derived from FeCo Prussian blue analogues and polydopamine through wet chemistry and pyrolysis methods. The chelation mechanism of polydopamine, combined with the physical barrier effect provided by Zn ions during synthesis, endows the FeCo@C/Ni@C composite with low-frequency magnetic loss characteristics from the FeCo alloy, high-frequency dipole polarization losses attributed to Ni atoms, and conductivity losses arising from the coupled carbon matrix. Ultimately, the composite exhibits exceptional electromagnetic wave absorption performance: at a thickness of 2.26 mm, it achieves a minimum reflection loss value of − 50.1 dB along with an effective absorption bandwidth reaching up to 6.0 GHz. In summary, this work presents a novel strategy for enhancing broadband absorption capabilities in electromagnetic wave absorbing materials.
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JOURNAL OF POLYMERS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
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2024
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Wang Xiaoyan,Xiang Shunyu,Wang Jing,Luo Xingyi,Du Changxue,Sun Xianchao
The Chinese herbal medicine industry plays a crucial role globally, providing traditional remedies and significantly contributing to healthcare. Disease prevention and control in Chinese herbal medicine face unique challenges distinct from conventional plant protection methods. The distinctive requirements for disease control add complexity to disease management, necessitating specialized approaches. In this study, we developed a bio-based hydrogel (CSA-gel) using a straightforward procedure designed for the sustained release of azoxystrobin for soil disinfection with the aim of preventing fungal diseases in Chinese herbal medicine. The synthesized hydrogel was characterized using FTIR, zeta potential measurement, cryo-TEM, SEM, and elemental analysis. CSA-gel demonstrated a release duration of azoxystrobin for over 14 days, maintaining high antifungal activity throughout the entire release period. Additionally, CSA-gel exhibited the ability to release a significant quantity of calcium ions during pesticide release, fostering plant growth and enhancing plant disease resistance. The use of CSA-gel is anticipated to decrease both how often and how much pesticide is needed, highlighting the significance of our research in improving sustainable disease control in traditional Chinese herbal medicine farming.
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Nature Communications
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2024
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Zhou Kai,Wei Wei,Yang Dan,Zhang Hui,Yang Wei,Zhang Yunpeng,Nie Yingnan,Hao Mingming,Wang Pengcheng,Ruan Hang,Zhang Ting,Wang Shouyan,Liu Yaobo
The neural signals produced by varying electrical stimulation parameters lead to characteristic neural circuit responses. However, the characteristics of neural circuits reconstructed by electrical signals remain poorly understood, which greatly limits the application of such electrical neuromodulation techniques for the treatment of spinal cord injury. Here, we develop a dual electrical stimulation system that combines epidural electrical and muscle stimulation to mimic feedforward and feedback electrical signals in spinal sensorimotor circuits. We demonstrate that a stimulus frequency of 10−20 Hz under dual stimulation conditions is required for structural and functional reconstruction of spinal sensorimotor circuits, which not only activates genes associated with axonal regeneration of motoneurons, but also improves the excitability of spinal neurons. Overall, the results provide insights into neural signal decoding during spinal sensorimotor circuit reconstruction, suggesting that the combination of epidural electrical and muscle stimulation is a promising method for the treatment of spinal cord injury.
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