Manganese-ion batteries (MIBs) involving aqueous electrolytes are regarded as next-generation energy-storage systems for utilization in safe and non-flammable, grid-scale energy-storing appliances. For practical appli...
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Manganese-ion batteries (MIBs) involving aqueous electrolytes are regarded as next-generation energy-storage systems for utilization in safe and non-flammable, grid-scale energy-storing appliances. For practical application, it is very important to establish a stable cathode with a high capacity and stable cycle life. In this respect, vanadium-based layered oxides have been well demonstrated as suitable cathodes for aqueous-electrolyte-based batteries due to their high theoretical capacity and adequate working voltage. However, the dissolution of vanadium in the aqueous electrolyte directly affects the cycle life of the vanadium-based layered oxides. In the present study, a carbon-coating approach is established to boost the rate capability and cycling stability of the NaV6O15 (NVO) cathode. When employed as a cathode for MIBs, the carbon-coated NaV6O15 (NVO/c) supplies a stable recoverable capacity of 149 mAh g(-1) at 0.4 A g(-1) after the 1600 consecutive cycles with 88 % capacity retention, along with a rapid Mn2+ storage ability of 6000 cycles at 3.0 A g(-1) with 74 % capacity retention.
Na4MnV(PO4)(3)/c (NMVP) has been considered an attractive cathode for sodium-ion batteries with higher working voltage and lower cost than Na3V2(PO4)(3)/c. However, the poor intrinsic electronicconductivity and Jahn-...
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Na4MnV(PO4)(3)/c (NMVP) has been considered an attractive cathode for sodium-ion batteries with higher working voltage and lower cost than Na3V2(PO4)(3)/c. However, the poor intrinsic electronicconductivity and Jahn-Teller distortion caused by Mn3+ inhibit its practical application. In this work, the remarkable effects of Zr-substitution on prompting electronic and Na-ion conductivity and also structural stabilization are reported. The optimized Na3.9Mn0.95Zr0.05V(PO4)(3)/c sample shows ultrafast charge-discharge capability with discharge capacities of 108.8, 103.1, 99.1, and 88.0 mAh g(-1) at 0.2, 1, 20, and 50 c, respectively, which is the best result for cation substituted NMVP samples reported so far. This sample also shows excellent cycling stability with a capacity retention of 81.2% at 1 c after 500 cycles. XRD analyses confirm the introduction of Zr into the lattice structure which expands the lattice volume and facilitates the Na+ diffusion. First-principle calculation indicates that Zr modification reduces the band gap energy and leads to increased electronicconductivity. In situ XRD analyses confirm the same structure evolution mechanism of the Zr-modified sample as pristine NMVP, however the strong Zr-O bond obviously stabilizes the structure framework that ensures long-term cycling stability.
Lithium-sulfur batteries have emerged as one of the promising next-generation energy storage devices. However, the dissolution and shuttling of polysulfides in the electrolyte leads to a rapid decrease in capacity, se...
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Lithium-sulfur batteries have emerged as one of the promising next-generation energy storage devices. However, the dissolution and shuttling of polysulfides in the electrolyte leads to a rapid decrease in capacity, severe self-discharge, and poor high-temperature performance. Here, we demonstrate the design and preparation of a Mo2c nanoparticle-embedded carbon nanosheet matrix material (Mo2c/c) and its application in lithium-sulfur battery separator modification. As a polar catalyst, Mo2c/ccan effectively adsorb and promote the reversible conversion of lithium polysulfides, suppress the shuttle effect, and improve the electrochemical performance of the battery. The lithium-sulfur battery with the Mo2c/c =-modified separator showed a good rate of performance with high specificcapacities of 1470 and 799 mAh g(-1) at 0.1 and 2 c, respectively. In addition, the long-cycle performance of only 0.09% decay per cycle for 400 cycles and the stable cycling under high sulfur loading indicate that the Mo2c/c-modified separator holds great promise for the development of high-energy-density lithium-sulfur batteries.
cyclopropane derivates are appealing to synthesis of high-energy-density fuels because of the high strained energy of the three-numbered ring. The catalyticcyclopropanation of olefin with diazomethane is very effecti...
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cyclopropane derivates are appealing to synthesis of high-energy-density fuels because of the high strained energy of the three-numbered ring. The catalyticcyclopropanation of olefin with diazomethane is very effective to construct the carbocycle. The majority of the catalysts employed are nonrecyclable homogeneous compounds. Herein, we report cyclopropanation of polycyclic olefins catalyzed by heterogeneous Pd/c. The optimal cyclopropanation conditions were explored utilizing dicyclopentadiene as model substrate and a series of polycyclic olefins were cyclopropanated with high yield. Additionally, the catalyst has good recyclability and stability, as shown by characterizations as well as the fact that no inactivation happens after cyclopropanation. The synthesized cyclopropane derivates exhibit good fuel characteristics like high density (1.006-1.087 g/cm(3)), high volumetric net heat of combustion (42.58-46.45 kJ/cm(3)), good low-temperature and combustion performance. This work shows industrial potential for cyclopropanation of polycyclic olefins with diazomethane.
In this study, c alpha-c beta and c beta-O bond cleavage of beta-O-4 model compound (2-phenoxy-1-phenylethanol) were accomplished by electrocatalysis depolymerization process in deep eutectic solvents (DES) systems. W...
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In this study, c alpha-c beta and c beta-O bond cleavage of beta-O-4 model compound (2-phenoxy-1-phenylethanol) were accomplished by electrocatalysis depolymerization process in deep eutectic solvents (DES) systems. We have investigated the application of Ni-co/ccatalysts on working electrode, which were synthesized with impreg-nation method. The Ni-co/c with porous structure and abundant active sites, was shown an excellent electro-catalysis activity. Specific structure of Ni-co/ccould provide greatly efficient adsorption and desorption capacity to promote c alpha-c beta and c beta-O bond cleavage. Therefore, in this electrocatalysis depolymerization pro-cess, the highest depolymerization rate exceeded 90%. And the yields (and conversion rates) of products (in-cluding benzaldehyde, acetophenone, benzoic acid, phenol) can reach to 124.08 mg/g (25.05%), 23.29 mg/g (4.15%), 44.64 mg/g (7.83%), 30.3 mg/g (6.9%). Furthermore, the electrocatalysis mechanism of c alpha-c beta and c beta-O bond was investigated. The cleavage of c alpha-c beta and c beta-O bond was initiated by in situ generated free rad-icals through Ni-co/c. Then, the cleavage of c alpha-c beta and c beta-O bond were occurred by center dot OH and center dot O2-. The results were showed that the c alpha-c beta bond cleavage was more in line with the beta-c elimination and free radical pathways, and c beta-O bond cleavage was consistent with direct oxidative addition. The enhanced electrocatalytic efficiency of the low-cost Ni-co/c electrocatalyst combined with its good chemical stability and selectivity, which offer a promising route for developing an efficient lignin depolymerization technology.
Toll-like receptor 3 (TLR3) recognizes viral double-stranded RNA (or the synthetic dsRNA analog poly I:c) and induces a signal transduction pathway that results in activation of transcription factors that induce expre...
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Toll-like receptor 3 (TLR3) recognizes viral double-stranded RNA (or the synthetic dsRNA analog poly I:c) and induces a signal transduction pathway that results in activation of transcription factors that induce expression of antiviral genes including type I interferon (IFN-I). Secreted IFN-I positively feeds back to amplify antiviral gene expression. In this report, we study the role of MEK/ERK MAP kinase in modulating antiviral gene expression downstream of TLR3. We find MEK/ERK is a negative regulator of antiviral gene expression by limiting expression of IFN-beta. However, MEK/ERK does not limit antiviral responses downstream of the type I interferon receptor. These findings provide insights into regulatory mechanisms of antiviral gene expression and reveal potential targets for modulating antiviral immunity.
Background and Aims Unhealthy alcohol consumption is a key concern for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ('Indigenous') communities. It is important to identify and treat at-risk drinkers, to prevent harms...
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Background and Aims Unhealthy alcohol consumption is a key concern for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ('Indigenous') communities. It is important to identify and treat at-risk drinkers, to prevent harms to physical or social wellbeing. We aimed to test whether training and support for Aboriginal community controlled Health Service (AccHS) staff would increase rates of alcohol screening and brief intervention. Design cluster randomized trial. Setting Australia. cases/Intervention/Measurements Twenty-two AccHSs that see at least 1000 clients per year and use communicare as practice management software. The study included data on 70 419 clients, training, regular data feedback, collaborative support and funding for resources ($9000). Blinding was not used. The comparator was waiting-list control (equal allocation). Alcohol Use Disorder Identification Test (AUDIT-c) screening and records of brief interventions were extracted from practice management software at 2-monthly intervals. Observations described the clinical actions taken for clients over each 2-month interval. The baseline period (28 August 2016-28 August 2017) was compared with the post-implementation period (29 August 2017-28 August 2018). We used multi-level logistic regression to test the hypotheses that clients attending a service receiving active support would be more likely to be screened with AUDIT-c (primary outcome) or to receive a brief intervention (secondary outcome). Findings We observed an increase in the odds of screening with AUDIT-c for both groups, but the increase was 5.52 [95% confidence interval (cI) = 4.31, 7.07] times larger at services receiving support. We found little evidence that the support programme increased the odds of a recorded brief intervention relative to control services (odds ratio = 2.06;95% cI = 0.90, 4.69). Differences in baseline screening activity between treatment and control reduce the certainty of our findings. conclusions Providing Aboriginal community co
Alzheimer's disease(AD) is an age-associated neurodegenerative disease that results in deterioration of memory and cognitive function. As a currently untreatable disorder, AD has emerged as one of the defining bio...
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Alzheimer's disease(AD) is an age-associated neurodegenerative disease that results in deterioration of memory and cognitive function. As a currently untreatable disorder, AD has emerged as one of the defining biomedical challenges of our time. Thus, new approaches that can examine the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying age-related AD pathology are sorely needed. One of the hallmarks of Alzheimer's disease is the hyperphosphorylation of the tau protein. caenorhabditis elegans have been previously used to study the genetic pathways impacted by tau proteotoxic stress;however, currently, available c. elegans tau models express the human protein solely in neurons, which are unresponsive to global RNA interference (RNAi). This limits powerful RNAi screening methods from being utilized effectively in these disease models. Our goal was to develop a c. elegans tau model that has pronounced tau-induced disease phenotypes in cells that can be modified by feeding RNAi methods. Towards this end, we generated a novel c. elegans transgenic line with codon-optimized human 0N4R V337M tau expressed in the body wall muscle under the myo-3 promoter. Immunoblotting experiments revealed that the expressed tau is phosphorylated on epitopes canonically associated with human AD pathology. The tau line has significantly reduced health metrics, including egg laying, growth rate, paralysis, thrashing frequency, crawling speed, and lifespan. These defects are suppressed by RNAi directed against the tau mRNA. Taken together, our results suggest that this alternative tau genetic model could be a useful tool for uncovering the mechanisms that influence the hyperphosphorylation and toxicity of human tau via RNAi screening and other approaches.
This study offered a new ablation test environment encountered in the solid scramjet, highlighted by ultra-high temperature, strong oxidation, and supersonic gas-solid two-phase flow. In this environment, microstructu...
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This study offered a new ablation test environment encountered in the solid scramjet, highlighted by ultra-high temperature, strong oxidation, and supersonic gas-solid two-phase flow. In this environment, microstructure and ablation mechanism of c/c-Zrc-Siccomposite was studied. Initially, oxidation and thermal-shock generated a loose surface that would be exfoliated by the flow and then successively caused grooves, humps, and pulled-out fibers. Finally, evaporation and oxidation intensified with increasing temperature. Notably, for one thing, particles in the flow imposed severe mechanical denudation on the composite. For another, some particles, such as B2O3 and Fe2O3, could also induce oxidation at high temperatures. Moreover, different oxidation behavior of ceramics in the thickness direction aggravated the degradation. The abovementioned reasons caused the highest mass ablation rate (MAR) compared with other test environments. For example, the MAR was almost six times the average value in an oxyacetylene torch. This work aims to provide the basis for improving materials for application in solid scramjet.
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