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2023
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Huo Xu,Fenglin Yang,Danlong Chen,Weilin Ye,Guohui Xue,Lee Jia
MicroRNAs (miRNAs) play an important biomarker in various biological processes, especially cancer related, yet economic, simple, sensitive and specific methods for miRNA determination are still challenging. In this study, we have developed stepwise-strand displacement amplification (S-SDA)-based colorimetric sensing platform for let-7a miRNA detection in clinical serum samples. Our results demonstrated that the developed S-SDA-based method shows high sensitivity with a detection limit of 63.2 pM and a naked eye detection limit of 0.1 nM. Moreover, the S-SDA amplifier is able to discriminate target miRNAs from their mutants with high accuracy and specificity. With its high sensitivity and selectivity, this method successfully identified healthy individuals from patients with colon cancer by detecting let-7a miRNAs in serum. We believe the colorimetric analysis method will provide a new paradigm for the detection of miRNA with different abundance and show great potential for clinical application in biomedical analysis and early clinical diagnosis.
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JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
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2019
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IF 6.361
Fei Li,Huanshun Yin,Yan Chen,Siyu Wang,Jingyan Li,Yuemei Zhang,Chunxiao Li,Shiyun Ai
DNA formylation (5-formylcytosine, 5fC) is a major epigenetic modification involved in alterations in the DNA double helix structure and protein identification. Due to the low amount in all mammalian tissues and cells, it is necessary to develop a rapid, sensitive and efficient method for detecting 5fC for further understanding the biological functions of 5fC. Thus, a novel PEC biosensor was constructed using P-g-C 3 N 4 -WS 2 nanocomposite as photoactive material. Firstly, AuNPs/P-g-C 3 N 4 -WS 2 /ITO electrode was prepared as substrate electrode. Secondly, the probe DNA and complementary DNA (containing 5fC base) was modified to the electrode surface based on the formation of Au-S bonds between AuNPs and thiol group on the probe DNA and hybridization, respectively. Finally, the amino functionalized MnO 2 nanoflowers were further modified to the electrode surface by covalent interaction between the aldehyde group on the 5fC and the amino group on MnO 2 nanoflowers. The sensitive and specific detection of 5fC can be achieved by oxidizing ascorbic acid with MnO 2 nanoflowers and quenching the photoactivity of P-g-C 3 N 4 -WS 2 nanocomposite. The sensor has a detection range of 0.01–200 nM and a detection limit of 3.8 pM. Moreover, this sensor has excellent detection specificity, stability and reproducibility.
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MICROCHEMICAL JOURNAL
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2020
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IF 3.594
Jiujun Wang,Ya Wu,Qinghua Wu,Li Li,Yun Wang,Hualin Yang
Melamine has a high nitrogen content thus is often illegally added to milk powder to phonily boost the protein percentage composition. Milk products containing melamine are harmful to babies and children. In the present work, a simple, label-free and turn-on fluorescence method to detect melamine with a high sensitivity and selectivity has been developed. The N -methylmesoporphyrin IX (NMM)/G-quadruplex structure is used as a signal reporter in this method to realize label-free detection of melamine. The detection limit of this method is 12.5 nM, which is much less than the maximum level permitted for infant formulas. The linear range is 0.05–1 μM ( R 2 = 0.98). The selectivity of this method is also very satisfactory. Furthermore, this method can be successfully applied for detection melamine in raw milk and milk powder.
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PHYTOTHERAPY RESEARCH
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2020
·Vol. 34
·期 6
·1409-1420
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IF 4.087
Chuchu Qiao,Shiling Hu,Delu Che,Jue Wang,Jiapan Gao,Ruiping Ma,Wenjun Jiang,Tao Zhang,Rui Liu
Mast cells play an important role in inflammatory and allergic diseases. MAS-related G protein-coupled receptor X2 (MRGPRX2) is a novel G protein-coupled receptor in mast cells that mediates drug-induced anaphylactoid reactions. Piperine has been reported to have anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic pharmacological activities. However, whether the pharmacological effects are regulated by MRGPRX2 has not yet been reported. The purpose of this study was to assess the anti-anaphylactoid effect of Piperine and to explore its potential mechanism. The anti-anaphylactoid effect of Piperine was assessed by an in vivo mouse hindpaw extravasation model. Mast cell intracellular calcium mobilization was measured by a calcium imaging assay. An enzyme immunoassay was used to evaluate the release of pro-inflammatory factors from stimulated mast cells. Activated mast cell related signals were assessed by western blot. A cell membrane chromatography assay was used to determine the binding characteristics of Piperine and MRGPRX2. The results showed that Piperine suppressed mast cell intracellular Ca 2+ mobilization, inhibited cytokines and chemokines release, and down-regulated the phosphorylation level of phospholipase Cγ1, protein kinase C, inositol 1,4,5-triphate receptor, P38, protein kinase B, and ERK. Meanwhile, Piperine can bind to MRGPRX2 as a specific antagonist. Hence, Piperine can be served as a novel therapeutic drug candidate for MRGPRX2-mediated anaphylactoid reactions.
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INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
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2025
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Xu Jia,Zhiqi Song,Jiaqi Zhang,Jiaolong Qiao,Liuxue Zhang,Xiulian Wang,Shuyan Jiao,Guomin Yu
To enhance the hydrogen production efficiency and stability in photocatalysis, a ternary heterojunction composite CdS@Ce-MOF/g-C 3 N 4 was developed by in-situ growth of Ce-MOF and CdS on graphitic carbon nitride (g-C 3 N 4 ). The synthesized composite not only mitigated the photocorrosion of sulfides but also established a stepwise energy-level alignment and built-in electric field within the heterojunction. These structural advantages effectively facilitated the separation of photogenerated electron-hole pairs and suppress their recombination, thereby significantly improving photocatalytic hydrogen evolution performance. Under simulated sunlight irradiation, the composite exhibited a hydrogen production rate of 4953.125 μmol g −1 , which is 7 times higher than that of pristine g-C 3 N 4 . Moreover, the hydrogen evolution rate remained stable with negligible degradation after multiple cycling tests, demonstrating excellent durability. The CdS@Ce-MOF/g-C 3 N 4 composite, with its superior hydrogen generation capacity and robust stability in photocatalytic water splitting, provides a promising alternative for advancing research on high-performance photocatalysts.
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Journal of the Taiwan Institute of Chemical Engineers
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2025
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Zili Liang,Jianan Dai,Meiting Zhao,Jing Ma,Jiaxing Zhang,Tengyue Zhang,Rui Liu
Background Escalating global water pollution from intensified industrial and agricultural activities has highlighted the urgent need for sustainable wastewater treatment. Semiconductor photocatalysis is a promising solution, yet conventional type-II heterojunctions often suffer from sluggish charge separation and weak redox capacity, limiting their practical application. Methods To address these challenges, a series of Z-scheme g-C 3 N 4 /BiVO 4 (CN/BV) heterojunctions were rationally engineered via hydrothermal temperature modulation (100-180 °C), enabling precise control of crystallinity, morphology, and band alignment. Advanced characterizations (XRD, TEM, UV-vis DRS, and XPS) were combined with EPR analysis, DFT calculations, and XPS valence band studies to elucidate the structure–property–activity relationship. Furthermore, machine learning models were integrated with experimental data to predict norfloxacin (NOR) degradation performance under diverse operational conditions. Significant Findings The optimized CN/BV composite synthesized at 120°C exhibited outstanding photocatalytic activity, achieving 94.41 % degradation of norfloxacin (10 mg/L) within 120 min under visible light (λ > 420 nm), with an apparent rate constant ( k = 0.02618 min⁻¹), 4.83 times higher than BiVO 4 and 2.44 times higher than g-C 3 N 4 . EPR and radical trapping analyses identified •OH and •O₂⁻ as the dominant reactive species, while mechanistic evidence confirmed a direct Z-scheme charge transfer pathway enabling efficient carrier separation and strong redox capability. Integrating this rationally designed photocatalyst with machine-learning prediction ( R 2 = 0.8558, RMSE = 0.0510) establishes a data-driven framework for performance optimization. This study provides both a mechanistic insight and an intelligent design paradigm for next-generation photocatalysts targeting efficient degradation of emerging contaminants.
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Materials Science and Engineering B-Advanced Functional Solid-State Materials
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2025
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Wenbin Huang,Ningran Hou,Han Yang,Zhen Xu,Tianyu Bai,Fan Shao,Yasong Zhou,Qiang Wei
Series g-C 3 N 4 /Cu/B-TiO 2 (x) composites with different mass ratio of g-C 3 N 4 to Cu/B-TiO 2 were prepared and tested for photocatalytic reduction of CO 2 . The structure–function relationship of the photocatalysts was investigated through various characterization methods and photocatalytic experiments. The results show that g-C 3 N 4 can be uniformly distributed on the surface of Cu/B-TiO 2 and formed a stable heterojunction structure, which effectively reduced the band gap width of the catalyst, thus significantly improving the visible light absorption capacity of the catalyst. The modulation of the composite material properties can be realized by regulating the composite ratio of g-C3N4 and Cu/B-TiO 2 . The rate and selectivity of photocatalytic reduction of CO 2 to produce CO reached the maximum when the mass ratio of g-C 3 N 4 to Cu/B-TiO 2 was 3:7, and the rate of CO production was as high as 32.65 μmol∙g −1 ∙h −1 , which was about 12.87 percentage points higher than that of Cu/B-TiO 2 .
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Journal of Pharmaceutical Analysis
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2025
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IF 8.9
Xinlan Zhu,Ziyan Zhang,Ruiyang Ma,Huachu Chen,Yi Zheng,Su Zeng,Zheyong Li,Sheng Cai
A label-free detection technique for microRNA (miRNA) was developed based on target replacement cycling, polymerization and isomerization cyclic amplification (PICA), and G/Hemin DNAzyme signal output. The designed hairpin probe undergoes cyclic alternation of polymerization and isomerization catalyzed by Bst DNA polymerase, enabling target replacement cycling and continuous self-extension of single-stranded DNA (ssDNA) strands. This process generates abundant G-quadruplex sequences that bind to Hemin, achieving label-free detection of miRNA through catalytic reactions. Its key advantages include a specific primer self-extension mechanism that avoids spurious amplification, one step isothermal design simplifies workflow and enhances system robustness, adapting to diverse detection scenarios, and label-free detection strategy that substantially reduces cost. Therefore, it is poised to become a reliable tool for clinical miRNA analysis, offering potential guidance for the early diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of tumor biomarkers.
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INDUSTRIAL & ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY RESEARCH
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2024
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IF 3.8
Dawei Lan,Huiwen Zhu,Jianwen Zhang,Chengrui Xie,Fan Wang,Yueying Zheng,Zeyu Guo,Mengxia Xu,Tao Wu
This work provided a green, one-pot route to synthesize mesoporous g-C3N4. A series of characterizations revealed that the mesoporous sample maintained the typical structure of g-C3N4. The findings displayed that this mesoporous material had enlarged porosity and optical properties. The largest SBET of the mesoporous sample (32.65 m2/g) was 4.36 times larger than that of the bulk sample (7.48 m2/g). The photoactivity of the prepared photocatalysts was measured by the photocatalytic removal of rhodamine B (RhB). In agreement with the characterization analysis, the mesoporous g-C3N4 (99.60%) exhibited a 3.88 times better photocatalytic efficiency than that of bulk g-C3N4 (25.63%) and an 11.19 times faster reaction rate in the same period. In addition, the possible mechanism of this photodecomposition reaction was identified by the electron spin resonance (ESR) and trapping tests. The results demonstrated that •O2– and •OH made contributions, and •O2– played a dominant role in this process. This research offers a promising method for the synthesis of mesoporous g-C3N4 in an environmentally friendly and cost-effective route with remarkably high photoactivity.
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INDUSTRIAL & ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY RESEARCH
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2014
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Fa-tang Li,Ya-bin Xue,Bo Li,Ying-juan Hao,Xiao-jing Wang,Rui-hong Liu,Jun Zhao
Mesoporous γ-Al2O3 with high surface area (159 m2/g) is prepared via a precipitation method. The as-synthesized Al2O3 exhibits optical absorption ability in the ultraviolet region and is used as the active component to be combined with g-C3N4 to form effective heterostructured photocatalysts. This heterojunction structure is confirmed by X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, element map, transmission electron microscopy, high-resolution transmission electron microscopy, Fourier transform infrared, and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy measurements. The photocatalytic performances of the composites are evaluated by the degradation of rhodamine B (RhB) and methyl orange (MO). Among the prepared photocatalysts, 2g-C3N4:1Al2O3 (weight ratio) exhibits the highest photocatalytic activity, the reaction rate constant of which is 2.5 and 3.7 times that of pure g-C3N4 in degradation of RhB and MO, respectively. The enhancement in activity of heterojunctions is ascribed to their high specific surface areas, excellent adsorption abilities for dyes, and efficient transfer of photogenerated electrons from the lowest unoccupied molecular orbital of g-C3N4 to the defect sites of γ-Al2O3.
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JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY
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2011
·Vol. 21
·期 21
·7714-7722
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IF 5.101
Qiang Peng,Xiangju Liu,Yuancheng Qin,Jun Xu,Mingjun Li,Liming Dai
A series of low band gap copolymers consisting of electron-accepting pyrazino[2,3-g]quinoxaline (PQx) and an electron-donating indolo[3,2-b]carbazole and thiophene units have been designed and synthesized by Stille coupling polymerization. Their optical and electrical properties could also be facilely fine-modulated for photovoltaic application by adjusting the donor/acceptor ratios. UV-vis measurements showed that increasing the content of PQx units led to enhanced absorption. The band gaps obtained from UV-vis spectra, CV scanning, and DFT modeling all indicated a narrowing band gap with increasing the PQx content in the copolymer structure. The photovoltaic solar cells (PSCs) based on these copolymers were fabricated and tested with a structure of ITO/PEDOT:PSS/copolymer:PCBM/Ca/Al under the illumination of AM 1.5G, 100 mW cm−12. The best performance was achieved using P3/[70]PCBM blend (1 : 3) with Jsc = 9.55 mA cm−2, Voc = 0.81 V, FF = 0.42, and PCE = 3.24%, which is the highest efficiency for the PQx and indolo[3,2-b]carbazole based devices. The present results also indicate that the efficient photovoltaic materials with suitable electronic and optical properties can be achieved by just fine-tuning the ratios of the strong electron-deficient accepters and large-π planar donors.
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CATALYSIS TODAY
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2018
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IF 4.667
Shuanglong Ma,Sihui Zhan,Yuguo Xia,Pengfei Wang,Qianlei Hou,Qixing Zhou
The Ag/ZnO/g-C 3 N 4 composite photocatalyst, which was synthesized by thermal polymerization of a melamine precursor combined with solvothermal reaction, was used as a visible-light-driven biocide toward Escherichia coli ( E. coli ). The Ag/ZnO/g-C 3 N 4 composite displayed considerably increased visible-light-driven bactericidal activity compared to g-C 3 N 4 , Ag/g-C 3 N 4 , and ZnO/g-C 3 N 4 powders. The photocatalytic destruction of E. coli cells was verified by fluorescence-based cell live/dead analysis and SEM. The mechanism of increased bactericidal effect was studied by UV–vis diffuse reflectance spectroscopy, photoluminescence spectroscopy, photocurrent response, and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS). The enhanced photocatalytic bactericidal effect was attributed to the matching conduction band levels of g-C 3 N 4 and ZnO and the surface plasmon resonance (SPR) effect of Ag nanoparticles, which resulted in enhanced adsorption of visible light, reduced recombination of free charges, and rapid separation and transportation of photogenerated electrons-holes. The disinfection mechanism was investigated using different chemical scavengers and electron spin-resonance spectroscopy (ESR), and indicating the important role of h + and H 2 O 2 . Furthermore, taking into account the bulk availability and better bactericidal effect of Ag/ZnO/g-C 3 N 4 , this work provides a new pathway to develop advanced materials for water disinfection.
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