Graphene's large theoretical surface area and high conductivity make it an attractive anode material for potassium-ion batteries(PIBs).However,its practical application is hindered by small interlayer distance and...Graphene's large theoretical surface area and high conductivity make it an attractive anode material for potassium-ion batteries(PIBs).However,its practical application is hindered by small interlayer distance and long ion transfer distance.Herein,this paper aims to address the issue by introducing MXene through a simple and scalable method for assembling graphene and realizing ultrahigh P doping content.The findings reveal that MXene and P-C bonds have a "pillar effect" on the structure of graphene,and the P-C bond plays a primary role.In addition,N/P co-doping introduces abundant defects,providing more active sites for K^(+) storage and facilitating K^(+) adsorption.As expected,the developed ultrahigh phosphorous/nitrogen co-doped flexible reduced graphene oxide/MXene(NPrGM) electrode exhibits remarkable reversible discharge capacity(554 mA hg^(-1) at 0.05 A g^(-1)),impressive rate capability(178 mA h g^(-1) at 2 A g^(-1)),and robust cyclic stability(0.0005% decay per cycle after 10,000 cycles at 2 A g^(-1)).Furthermore,the assembled activated carbon‖NPrGM potassium-ion hybrid capacitor(PIHC) can deliver an impressive energy density of 131 W h kg^(-1) and stable cycling performance with 98.1% capacitance retention after5000 cycles at 1 A g^(-1).Such a new strategy will effectively promote the practical application of graphene materials in PIBs/PIHCs and open new avenues for the scalable development of flexible films based on two-dimensional materials for potential applications in energy storage,thermal interface,and electromagnetic shielding.展开更多
Rechargeable room-temperature(RT)sodium–sulfur(Na–S)batteries hold great potential for large-scale energy storage owing to their high energy density and low cost.However,their practical application is hindered by ch...Rechargeable room-temperature(RT)sodium–sulfur(Na–S)batteries hold great potential for large-scale energy storage owing to their high energy density and low cost.However,their practical application is hindered by challenges such as polysulfide shuttling and Na dendrite formation.In this study,a dual salt-based quasi-solid polymer electrolyte(DS–QSPE)was developed via in situ polymerization,achieving high ionic conductivity(4.8×10-4 S·cm-1 at 25°C),a high sodium-ion transference number(0.73),and effective polysulfide confinement.Theoretical calculations and experimental results indicate that the enhanced Na-ion transport is attributed to the strengthened coordination of anions with the polydioxolane chain and the increased dissociation of sodium salts.Importantly,the DS–QSPE forms an interconnected network structure in the sulfurized polyacrylonitrile(SPAN)cathode.This provides abundant and seamless electrochemical reaction interfaces that facilitate efficient and uniform ion transport pathways.As a result,the Na||SPAN battery with DS–QSPE delivers a high capacity of approximately 327.4 mAh·g-1(based on the mass of SPAN)after 200 cycles at 0.2 A·g-1,retaining 81.4%of its initial capacity.This performance considerably surpasses that of batteries using liquid electrolytes.This study offers a straightforward approach to addressing the inter-facial challenges in solid-state Na–S batteries.展开更多
Lithium/potassium ion capacitors(LICs/PICs) have been proposed to bridge the performance gap between high-energy batteries and high-power capacitors.However,their development is hindered by the choice,electrochemical ...Lithium/potassium ion capacitors(LICs/PICs) have been proposed to bridge the performance gap between high-energy batteries and high-power capacitors.However,their development is hindered by the choice,electrochemical performance,and preparation technique of the battery-type anode materials.Herein,a nitrogen and phosphorus dual-doped multilayer graphene(NPG) material is designed and synthesized through an arc discharge process,using low-cost graphite and solid nitrogen and phosphorus sources.When employed as the anode material,NPG exhibits high capacity,remarkable rate capability,and stable cycling performance in both lithium and potassium ion batteries.This excellent electrochemical performance is ascribed to the synergistic effect of nitrogen and phosphorus doping,which enhances the electrochemical conductivity,provides a higher number of ion storage sites,and leads to increased interlayer spacing.Full carbon-based NPG‖LiPF6‖active carbon(AC) LICs and NPG‖KPF6‖AC PICs are assembled and show excellent electrochemical performance,with competitive energy and power densities.This work provides a route for the large-scale production of dual-doped graphene as a universal anode material for high-performance alkali ion batteries and capacitors.展开更多
Extreme hydrological events induced by typhoons in reservoir areas have presented severe challenges to the safe operation of hydraulic structures. Based on analysis of the seepage characteristics of an earth rock dam,...Extreme hydrological events induced by typhoons in reservoir areas have presented severe challenges to the safe operation of hydraulic structures. Based on analysis of the seepage characteristics of an earth rock dam, a novel seepage safety monitoring model was constructed in this study. The nonlinear influence processes of the antecedent reservoir water level and rainfall were assumed to follow normal distributions. The particle swarm optimization (PSO) algorithm was used to optimize the model parameters so as to raise the fitting accuracy. In addition, a mutation factor was introduced to simulate the sudden increase in the piezometric level induced by short-duration heavy rainfall and the possible historical extreme reservoir water level during a typhoon. In order to verify the efficacy of this model, the earth rock dam of the Siminghu Reservoir was used as an example. The piezometric level at the SW1-2 measuring point during Typhoon Fitow in 2013 was fitted with the present model, and a corresponding theoretical expression was established. Comparison of fitting results of the piezometric level obtained from the present statistical model and traditional statistical model with monitored values during the typhoon shows that the present model has a higher fitting accuracy and can simulate the uprush feature of the seepage pressure during the typhoon perfectly.展开更多
A PbO2/Sb-SnO2/TiO2 nanotube array composite electrode was successfully synthesized and its electrochemical oxidation properties were investigated.Field-emission scanning electron microscopy(FE-SEM)and X-ray diffracti...A PbO2/Sb-SnO2/TiO2 nanotube array composite electrode was successfully synthesized and its electrochemical oxidation properties were investigated.Field-emission scanning electron microscopy(FE-SEM)and X-ray diffraction(XRD)results showed that the PbO2 coating was composed of anα-PbO2 inner layer and aβ-PbO2 outer layer.Accelerated life measurement indicated that the composite electrode had a lifetime of 815 h.Rhodamine B(RhB)was employed as a model pollutant to analyze the electrocatalytic activity of the electrode.The effects of initial RhB concentration,current density,initial pH,temperature,and chloride ion concentration on the electrochemical oxidation were investigated in detail.Inductively coupled plasma atomic emission spectroscopy(ICP-AES)results suggested that the concentration of leached Pb^2+in the electrolyte during the electrocatalytic oxidation process can be neglected.Finally,the degradation mechanism during the electrocatalytic oxidation process was proposed based on the results of solid-phase micro-extraction-gas chromatography-mass spectrometry(SPME-GC-MS).The high electrocatalytic performance of the composite electrode makes it a promising anode for the treatment of organic pollutants in aqueous solution.展开更多
It is highly desirable to design and synthesize two-dimensional nanostructured electrode materials with high electrical conductivity,large electrolyte-accessible surface area and more exposed active sites for energy s...It is highly desirable to design and synthesize two-dimensional nanostructured electrode materials with high electrical conductivity,large electrolyte-accessible surface area and more exposed active sites for energy storage applications.Herein,MXene/Co Al-LDH heterostructure has been prepared through electrostatic ordered hetero-assembly of monolayer MXene and edge-rich Co Al-LDH nanosheets in a faceto-face manner on molecular-scale for supercapacitor applications.Benefiting from the unique structure,strong interfacial interaction and synergistic effects between MXene and Co Al-LDH nanosheets,the electrical conductivity and exposed electrolyte-accessible active sites are significantly enhanced.The asprepared MXene/Co Al-LDH-80%(ML-80)film exhibits high volumetric capacity of 2472 C cm-3 in 3 M KOH electrolyte with high rate capability of 70.6%at 20 A g-1.Notably,to the best of our knowledge,the high volumetric capacity is the highest among other previously reported values for supercapacitors in aqueous electrolytes.Furthermore,our asymmetric supercapacitor device fabricated with ML-80 and MXene/graphene composite as cathode and anode,respectively,exhibits impressive volumetric energy density of 85.4 Wh L-1 with impressive cycling stability of 94.4%retention ratio after 30,000 continuous charge/discharge cycles.展开更多
Aqueous zinc-ion batteries(ZIBs) have been considered as one of the most promising electrochemical devices for large-scale energy storage system owing to their low cost and high safety. Herein, Na2V6O16·2.14H2O n...Aqueous zinc-ion batteries(ZIBs) have been considered as one of the most promising electrochemical devices for large-scale energy storage system owing to their low cost and high safety. Herein, Na2V6O16·2.14H2O nanobelts are synthesized and applied as cathode material for ZIBs. The sample displays a high capacity of 466 m Ahg^-1 at 100 mAg^-1 and stable cycling performance with a capacity retention of 90% over 20 0 0 cycles at the 20 Ag^-1. Moreover, Na2V6O16·2.14H2O presents a capable rate ability and a high energy density of 312 Wh kg^-1 at a specific power of 70 Wkg^-1. The superior electrochemical performance is attributed to the large interlayer spacing and outstanding structure stability, which promise the highly reversible intercalation and extraction of zinc ion. The electrochemical kinetics and zinc ion storage mechanism are also investigated. This work demonstrates that nanoscale electrode materials with large interlayer spacing can effectively enhance the electrochemical performance of aqueous ZIBs, which can be extended to other metal ion batteries, such as magnesium ion batteries and aluminum ion batteries.展开更多
To explore the iron coke application in hydrogen-rich blast furnace,which is an effective method to achieve the purpose of low carbon emissions,the initial gasification temperature of iron coke in CO_(2) and H_(2)O at...To explore the iron coke application in hydrogen-rich blast furnace,which is an effective method to achieve the purpose of low carbon emissions,the initial gasification temperature of iron coke in CO_(2) and H_(2)O atmosphere and its cogasification reaction mechanism with coke were systematically studied.Iron coke was prepared under laboratory conditions,with a 0-7wt%iron ore powder addition.The properties of iron cokes were tested by coke reactivity index(CRI)and coke strength after reaction(CSR),and their phases and morphology were evolution discussed by scanning electron microscopy and X-ray diffraction analysis.The results indicated that the initial gasification temperature of iron coke decreased with the increase in the iron ore powder content under the CO_(2) and H_(2)O_((g))atmosphere.In the 40vol%H_(2)O+60vol%CO_(2) atmosphere,CRI of iron coke with the addition of 3wt%iron ore powder reached 58.7%,and its CSR reached 56.5%.Because of the catalytic action of iron,the reaction capacity of iron coke was greater than that of coke.As iron coke was preferentially gasified,the CRI and CSR of coke were reduced and increased,respectively,when iron coke and coke were cogasified.The results showed that the skeleton function of the coke can be protected by iron coke.展开更多
BACKGROUND Surgery is often indicated for patients with massively prolapsed intervertebral disc herniation.The interlaminar endoscopic spine system(iLESSYS)Delta 6-mm working channel endoscope has advantages over othe...BACKGROUND Surgery is often indicated for patients with massively prolapsed intervertebral disc herniation.The interlaminar endoscopic spine system(iLESSYS)Delta 6-mm working channel endoscope has advantages over other systems.The aim of this study was to explore the benefits and complications of using the iLESSYS Delta for the treatment of massively prolapsed intervertebral disc herniation.AIM To explore the clinical benefits of treating massively prolapsed lumbar intervertebral disc herniation with the iLESSYS Delta endoscope.METHODS In this study,the data of 37 patients who underwent surgery with the iLESSYS Delta endoscope at The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University were retrospectively analyzed.Intraoperative blood loss,operation time,and complications were collected.The visual analog scale(VAS),oswestry disability index(ODI),and modified MacNab criteria were determined before and at 1 d,3 mo,and 6 mo after surgery.RESULTS The mean intraoperative blood loss was 20.4±1.2 mL.The mean operation time was 97.3±12.4 min.The VAS scores for leg and back pain decreased from 68.0±7.3,34.4±8.5 before operation to 2.5±1.7,5.5±1.9 at 6 mo after surgery,respectively.The ODI also decreased from 60.2±7.3 to 17.9±3.4 at 6 mo after surgery.The improvement rate of the MacNab score was 86.4%,which was considered excellent.No spinal dural injury,nerve root injury,secondary protrusion of intervertebral disc,or myeloid hypertension was found during follow-up.CONCLUSION The iLESSYS Delta 6-mm working channel endoscope has several advantages in terms of clinical and functional benefits,complications,and low risk of residual vertebral pulp in treating patients with massively prolapsed intervertebral disc herniation.展开更多
Two-dimensional(2D)metal carbides,MXene,present the promising application for the energy storage system.Among the MXene family,Ti_2CT_xas the lightest material,shows its unique electrochemical performance.Herein,Ti_2C...Two-dimensional(2D)metal carbides,MXene,present the promising application for the energy storage system.Among the MXene family,Ti_2CT_xas the lightest material,shows its unique electrochemical performance.Herein,Ti_2CT_xis synthesized by selective etching Al layer from the Ti_2Al C.With the optimized HF treating condition,Ti_2CT_xdisplays high volumetric capacitance and remarkable rate ability.Moreover,the Ti_2CT_x//Ti_2CT_xsymmetric supercapacitor is designed and assembled,which presents capable capacitance,outstanding rate performance and excellent cycling performance.The remarkable electrochemical performance is attributed to its 2D structure and high electronic conductivity.This work demonstrates the potential application of the Ti_2CT_xfor the supercapacitors and provides a template to design highperformance supercapacitors with 2D electrode materials.展开更多
Urea oxidation is a significant reaction for utilizing urea-rich wastewater or human urine as sustainable power sources which can ease the water eutrophication while generate electricity. A direct urea-hydrogen peroxi...Urea oxidation is a significant reaction for utilizing urea-rich wastewater or human urine as sustainable power sources which can ease the water eutrophication while generate electricity. A direct urea-hydrogen peroxide fuel cell is a new kind of fuel cell employing urea as fuel and hydrogen peroxide as oxidant which possesses a larger cell voltage. Herein, this work tries to promote the kinetics process of urea oxidation by preparing low-cost and high-efficient NiCo2S4 nanowires modified carbon sponge electrode. The carbon sponge used in this work with a similar three-dimensional multi-channel structure to Ni foam, is prepared by carbonizing recycled polyurethane sponge which is also a process of recycling waste. The performance of the prepared catalyst in an alkaline solution is investigated in a three-electrode system.With the introduction of Co element to the catalyst, a reduced initial urea oxidation potential and a high performance are obtained. Furthermore, a direct urea-hydrogen peroxide fuel cell is assembled using the NiCo2S4 nanowires modified carbon sponge anode. Results indicate that the prepared catalyst provides a chance to solve the current problems that hinder the development of urea electrooxidation(high initial urea oxidation potential, low performance, and high electrode costs).展开更多
BACKGROUND Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease(NAFLD)is the leading cause of chronic liver disease.The prevalence and disease burden of NAFLD are projected to exponentially increase resulting in significant healthcare e...BACKGROUND Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease(NAFLD)is the leading cause of chronic liver disease.The prevalence and disease burden of NAFLD are projected to exponentially increase resulting in significant healthcare expenditures and lower healthrelated quality of life.To date,there are no approved pharmacotherapies for NAFLD or non-alcoholic steatohepatitis(NASH).Semaglutide has glycemic and weight loss benefits that may be advantageous for patients with NAFLD.AIM To investigate the efficacy and safety of semaglutide in patients with NAFLD.METHODS MEDLINE,CENTRAL,and EMBASE were searched from inception to May 1,2023,to identify eligible randomized controlled trials(RCTs).Meta-analysis was performed using random effects model expressing continuous outcomes as mean differences(MD)or standardized MDs(SMD),and dichotomous outcomes as odds ratios(OR)with 95%confidence intervals(CI).Statistical heterogeneity was assessed using the Cochran’s Q test and I2 statistic.RESULTS Three RCTs involving 458 patients were included.Semaglutide increased the likelihood of NASH resolution(OR:3.18,95%CI:1.70,5.95;P<0.001),improvement in steatosis(OR:2.83,95%CI:1.19,6.71;P=0.03),lobular inflammation(OR:1.81,95%CI:1.11,2.96;P=0.02),and hepatocellular ballooning(OR:2.92,95%CI:1.83,4.65;P<0.001),but not fibrosis stage(OR:0.71,95%CI:0.15,3.41;P=0.67).Radiologically,semaglutide reduced liver stiffness(SMD:-0.48,95%CI:-0.86,-0.11;P=0.01)and steatosis(MD:-4.96%,95%CI:-9.92,0.01;P=0.05).It also reduced alanine aminotransferase(MD:-14.06 U/L,95%CI:-22.06,-6.07;P<0.001)and aspartate aminotransferase(MD:-11.44 U/L,95%CI:-17.23,-5.65;P<0.001).Semaglutide led to improved cardiometabolic outcomes,including decreased HgA1c(MD:-0.77%,95%CI:-1.18,-0.37;P<0.001)and weight loss(MD:-6.53 kg,95%CI:-11.21,-1.85;P=0.006),but increased the occurrence of GIrelated side effects(OR:3.72,95%CI:1.68,8.23;P=0.001).Overall risk of serious adverse events was similar compared to placebo(OR:1.40,95%CI:0.75,2.62;P<0.29).CONCLUSION Semaglutide is effective in the treatment of NAFLD while maintaining a well-tolerated safety profile.Future studies are required to evaluate its effects on fibrosis regression and different phases of NAFLD.展开更多
Lumbar degenerative disc disease(DDD)in the elderly population remains a global health problem,especially in patients with osteoporosis.Osteoporosis in the elderly can cause failure of internal fixation.Cortical bone ...Lumbar degenerative disc disease(DDD)in the elderly population remains a global health problem,especially in patients with osteoporosis.Osteoporosis in the elderly can cause failure of internal fixation.Cortical bone trajectory(CBT)is an effective,safe and minimally invasive technique for the treatment of lumbar DDD in patients with osteoporosis.In this review,we analyzed the anatomy,biomechanics,and advantages of the CBT technique in lumbar DDD and revision surgery.Additionally,the clinical trials and case reports,indications,advancements and limitations of this technique were further discussed and reviewed.Finally,we concluded that the CBT technique can be a practical,effective and safe alternative to traditional pedicle screw fixation,especially in DDD patients with osteoporosis.展开更多
Sodium ion batteries and capacitors have demonstrated their potential applications for next-generation low-cost energy storage devices.These devices’s rate ability is determined by the fast sodium ion storage behavio...Sodium ion batteries and capacitors have demonstrated their potential applications for next-generation low-cost energy storage devices.These devices’s rate ability is determined by the fast sodium ion storage behavior in electrode materials.Herein,a defective TiO2@reduced graphene oxide(M-TiO2@rGO)self-supporting foam electrode is constructed via a facile MXene decomposition and graphene oxide self-assembling process.The employment of the MXene parent phase exhibits distinctive advantages,enabling defect engineering,nanoengineering,and fluorine-doped metal oxides.As a result,the M-TiO2@rGO electrode shows a pseudocapacitance-dominated hybrid sodium storage mechanism.The pseudocapacitance-dominated process leads to high capacity,remarkable rate ability,and superior cycling performance.Significantly,an M-TiO2@rGO//Na3 V2(PO4)3 sodium full cell and an M-TiO2@rGO//HPAC sodium ion capacitor are fabricated to demonstrate the promising application of M-TiO2@rGO.The sodium ion battery presents a capacity of 177.1 mAh g-1 at 500 mA g-1 and capacity retention of 74%after 200 cycles.The sodium ion capacitor delivers a maximum energy density of 101.2 Wh kg-1 and a maximum power density of 10,103.7 W kg-1.At 1.0 A g-1,it displays an energy retention of 84.7%after 10,000 cycles.展开更多
Aqueous rechargeable zinc ion batteries are very attractive in large-scale storage applications,because they have high safety,low cost and good durability.Nonetheless,their advancements are hindered by a dearth of pos...Aqueous rechargeable zinc ion batteries are very attractive in large-scale storage applications,because they have high safety,low cost and good durability.Nonetheless,their advancements are hindered by a dearth of positive host materials(cathode)due to sluggish diffusion of Zn2+in the solid inorganic frameworks.Here,we report a novel organic electrode material of poly 3,4,9,10-perylentetracarboxylic dianhydride(PPTCDA)/graphene aerogel(GA).The 3D interconnected porous architecture synthesized through a simple solvothermal reaction,where the PPTCDA is homogenously embedded in the GA nanosheets.The self-assembly of PPTCDA/GA coin-type cell will not only significantly improve the durability and extend lifetime of the devices,but also reduce the electronic waste and economic cost.The self-assembled structure does not require the auxiliary electrode and conductive agent to prepare the electrode material,which is a simple method for preparing the coin-type cell and a foundation for the next large-scale production.The PPTCDA/GA delivers a high capacity of≥200 m Ah g^–1 with the voltage of 0.0~1.5 V.After 300 cycles,the capacity retention rate still close to 100%.The discussion on the mechanism of Zn2+intercalation/deintercalation in the PPTCDA/GA electrode is explored by Fourier transform infrared spectrometer(FT-IR),X-ray diffraction(XRD)and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy(XPS)characterizations.The morphology and structure of PPTCDA/GA are examined by scanning electron microscopy(SEM)and transmission electron microscopy(TEM).展开更多
Five-hundred-meter Aperture Spherical radio Telescope(FAST)is the world’s largest single dish radio telescope,which is located in Guizhou Province,in southwest China.The FAST feed cabin is supported and positioned by...Five-hundred-meter Aperture Spherical radio Telescope(FAST)is the world’s largest single dish radio telescope,which is located in Guizhou Province,in southwest China.The FAST feed cabin is supported and positioned by six steel cables.The deviation of the feed position and orientation would lead to loss in the telescope efficiency.In this paper,a series of electromagnetic(EM)simulations of the FAST facility with varying feed positions and orientation offsets was performed.The maximum gain of FAST is about 82.3 dBi and the sibelobe is–32 dB with respect to the main beam at 3 GHz.The simulation results have demonstrated that the telescope efficiency loss is more sensitive to the lateral feed deviation compared with the axial deviation.The telescope efficiency would decrease by 8.2%due to the FAST feed position deviation of 10 mm rms when the observing frequency is 3 GHz.The FAST feed deviation basically has no effect on the sidelobes and cross polarization characteristic according to the simulations.展开更多
Photocatalytic H2 production and CO2 reduction have attracted considerable attention for clean energy development.In this work,we designed an efficient photocatalyst by integrating lamellar oxygen-doped carbon nitride...Photocatalytic H2 production and CO2 reduction have attracted considerable attention for clean energy development.In this work,we designed an efficient photocatalyst by integrating lamellar oxygen-doped carbon nitride(CNO)nanosheets into ZnIn2S4(ZIS)microflowers by a one-step hydrothermal method.A well-fitted 2D hierarchical hybrid heterostructure was fabricated.Under visible light irradiation,the ZIS@CNO composite with 40 wt%CNO(ZC 40%)showed the highest hydrogen evolution rate from water(188.4μmol·h-1),which was approximately 2.1 times higher than those of CNO and ZIS(88.6 and 90.2μmol·h-1,respectively).Furthermore,the selective CO production rates of ZC 40%(12.69μmol·h-1)were 2.2 and 14.0 times higher than those of ZIS(5.85μmol·h-1)and CNO(0.91μmol·h-1),respectively,and the CH4 production rate of ZC 40%was 1.18μmol·h-1.This enhanced photocatalytic activity of CNO@ZIS is due mainly to the formation of a heterostructure that can promote the transfer of photoinduced electrons and holes between CNO and ZIS,thereby efficiently avoiding recombination of electron-hole pairs.展开更多
Except for the standard aortic valve replacement,no effective medical treatment is available to prevent or delay calcific aortic valve disease(CAVD)progression.Recently,macrophages and high-mobility group box 1(HMGB1)...Except for the standard aortic valve replacement,no effective medical treatment is available to prevent or delay calcific aortic valve disease(CAVD)progression.Recently,macrophages and high-mobility group box 1(HMGB1)are the most intriguing candidates in various inflammatory disorders.However,the association between serum HMGB1,CAVD,and macrophage polarization remains unclear.Therefore,we examined whether the level of serum HMGB1 is clinically associated with aortic valve calcification and whether HMGB1 treatment can promote macrophage differentiation toward M1 or M2 phenotype.This experimental study included 19 CAVD patients and 20 healthy controls whose serum HMGB1 levels were examined by ELISA assay.THP-1 macrophage polarization system was established to test the polarization capability of HMGB1 treatment.The results showed that serum levels of HMGB1 were significantly reduced in patients with CAVD.HMGB1 treatment promoted M2 macrophage polarization but not M1 phenotype with increased IL-10 expression and reduced inducible nitric oxide synthase(iNOS)expression.Our findings suggest that serum HMGB1 is negatively associated with the development of aortic valve calcification,and HMGB1 treatment may facilitate M2 macrophage polarization for reducing aortic valve calcification.展开更多
基金supported by the Postgraduate Research&Practice Innovation Program of Jiangsu Province,China(No.KYCX22_1311)the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province,China(No.BK20190684)the Natural Science Research of the Jiangsu Higher Education Institutions of China(No.18KJB460016)。
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (52172192)the Young Top-Notch Talent of National Ten Thousand Talent Program (W03070054)。
文摘Graphene's large theoretical surface area and high conductivity make it an attractive anode material for potassium-ion batteries(PIBs).However,its practical application is hindered by small interlayer distance and long ion transfer distance.Herein,this paper aims to address the issue by introducing MXene through a simple and scalable method for assembling graphene and realizing ultrahigh P doping content.The findings reveal that MXene and P-C bonds have a "pillar effect" on the structure of graphene,and the P-C bond plays a primary role.In addition,N/P co-doping introduces abundant defects,providing more active sites for K^(+) storage and facilitating K^(+) adsorption.As expected,the developed ultrahigh phosphorous/nitrogen co-doped flexible reduced graphene oxide/MXene(NPrGM) electrode exhibits remarkable reversible discharge capacity(554 mA hg^(-1) at 0.05 A g^(-1)),impressive rate capability(178 mA h g^(-1) at 2 A g^(-1)),and robust cyclic stability(0.0005% decay per cycle after 10,000 cycles at 2 A g^(-1)).Furthermore,the assembled activated carbon‖NPrGM potassium-ion hybrid capacitor(PIHC) can deliver an impressive energy density of 131 W h kg^(-1) and stable cycling performance with 98.1% capacitance retention after5000 cycles at 1 A g^(-1).Such a new strategy will effectively promote the practical application of graphene materials in PIBs/PIHCs and open new avenues for the scalable development of flexible films based on two-dimensional materials for potential applications in energy storage,thermal interface,and electromagnetic shielding.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.22209027,22179022,and 22109023)the FuXiaQuan National Independent Innovation Demonstration Zone Collaborative Innovation Platform(Grant No.2022-P-027)+1 种基金the Hundred Talents Plan of Fujian Province,the Top Young Talents of Young Eagle Program of Fujian Province,the Youth Innovation Fund of Fujian Province(Grant Nos.2022J05046 and 2021J05043)the Award Program for Fujian Minjiang Scholar Professorship,and the Talent Fund Program of Fujian Normal University.
文摘Rechargeable room-temperature(RT)sodium–sulfur(Na–S)batteries hold great potential for large-scale energy storage owing to their high energy density and low cost.However,their practical application is hindered by challenges such as polysulfide shuttling and Na dendrite formation.In this study,a dual salt-based quasi-solid polymer electrolyte(DS–QSPE)was developed via in situ polymerization,achieving high ionic conductivity(4.8×10-4 S·cm-1 at 25°C),a high sodium-ion transference number(0.73),and effective polysulfide confinement.Theoretical calculations and experimental results indicate that the enhanced Na-ion transport is attributed to the strengthened coordination of anions with the polydioxolane chain and the increased dissociation of sodium salts.Importantly,the DS–QSPE forms an interconnected network structure in the sulfurized polyacrylonitrile(SPAN)cathode.This provides abundant and seamless electrochemical reaction interfaces that facilitate efficient and uniform ion transport pathways.As a result,the Na||SPAN battery with DS–QSPE delivers a high capacity of approximately 327.4 mAh·g-1(based on the mass of SPAN)after 200 cycles at 0.2 A·g-1,retaining 81.4%of its initial capacity.This performance considerably surpasses that of batteries using liquid electrolytes.This study offers a straightforward approach to addressing the inter-facial challenges in solid-state Na–S batteries.
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.51672056 and 51702063)Natural Science Foundation of Heilongjiang(LC2018004)+1 种基金China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(2018M630340)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central University(HEUCFD201732)
文摘Lithium/potassium ion capacitors(LICs/PICs) have been proposed to bridge the performance gap between high-energy batteries and high-power capacitors.However,their development is hindered by the choice,electrochemical performance,and preparation technique of the battery-type anode materials.Herein,a nitrogen and phosphorus dual-doped multilayer graphene(NPG) material is designed and synthesized through an arc discharge process,using low-cost graphite and solid nitrogen and phosphorus sources.When employed as the anode material,NPG exhibits high capacity,remarkable rate capability,and stable cycling performance in both lithium and potassium ion batteries.This excellent electrochemical performance is ascribed to the synergistic effect of nitrogen and phosphorus doping,which enhances the electrochemical conductivity,provides a higher number of ion storage sites,and leads to increased interlayer spacing.Full carbon-based NPG‖LiPF6‖active carbon(AC) LICs and NPG‖KPF6‖AC PICs are assembled and show excellent electrochemical performance,with competitive energy and power densities.This work provides a route for the large-scale production of dual-doped graphene as a universal anode material for high-performance alkali ion batteries and capacitors.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grants No.51179108 and 51679151)the Special Fund for the Public Welfare Industry of the Ministry of Water Resources of China(Grant No.201501033)+1 种基金the National Key Research and Development Program(Grant No.2016YFC0401603)the Program Sponsored for Scientific Innovation Research of College Graduates in Jiangsu Province(Grant No.KYZZ15_0140)
文摘Extreme hydrological events induced by typhoons in reservoir areas have presented severe challenges to the safe operation of hydraulic structures. Based on analysis of the seepage characteristics of an earth rock dam, a novel seepage safety monitoring model was constructed in this study. The nonlinear influence processes of the antecedent reservoir water level and rainfall were assumed to follow normal distributions. The particle swarm optimization (PSO) algorithm was used to optimize the model parameters so as to raise the fitting accuracy. In addition, a mutation factor was introduced to simulate the sudden increase in the piezometric level induced by short-duration heavy rainfall and the possible historical extreme reservoir water level during a typhoon. In order to verify the efficacy of this model, the earth rock dam of the Siminghu Reservoir was used as an example. The piezometric level at the SW1-2 measuring point during Typhoon Fitow in 2013 was fitted with the present model, and a corresponding theoretical expression was established. Comparison of fitting results of the piezometric level obtained from the present statistical model and traditional statistical model with monitored values during the typhoon shows that the present model has a higher fitting accuracy and can simulate the uprush feature of the seepage pressure during the typhoon perfectly.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(21507104)Natural Science Basic Research Plan in Shaanxi Province of China(2017JM2015)~~
文摘A PbO2/Sb-SnO2/TiO2 nanotube array composite electrode was successfully synthesized and its electrochemical oxidation properties were investigated.Field-emission scanning electron microscopy(FE-SEM)and X-ray diffraction(XRD)results showed that the PbO2 coating was composed of anα-PbO2 inner layer and aβ-PbO2 outer layer.Accelerated life measurement indicated that the composite electrode had a lifetime of 815 h.Rhodamine B(RhB)was employed as a model pollutant to analyze the electrocatalytic activity of the electrode.The effects of initial RhB concentration,current density,initial pH,temperature,and chloride ion concentration on the electrochemical oxidation were investigated in detail.Inductively coupled plasma atomic emission spectroscopy(ICP-AES)results suggested that the concentration of leached Pb^2+in the electrolyte during the electrocatalytic oxidation process can be neglected.Finally,the degradation mechanism during the electrocatalytic oxidation process was proposed based on the results of solid-phase micro-extraction-gas chromatography-mass spectrometry(SPME-GC-MS).The high electrocatalytic performance of the composite electrode makes it a promising anode for the treatment of organic pollutants in aqueous solution.
基金supported by the financial support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(21571040)the Young Top-Notch Talent of National Ten Thousand Talent Program+1 种基金Heilongjiang Touyan Innovation Team ProgramFundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities。
文摘It is highly desirable to design and synthesize two-dimensional nanostructured electrode materials with high electrical conductivity,large electrolyte-accessible surface area and more exposed active sites for energy storage applications.Herein,MXene/Co Al-LDH heterostructure has been prepared through electrostatic ordered hetero-assembly of monolayer MXene and edge-rich Co Al-LDH nanosheets in a faceto-face manner on molecular-scale for supercapacitor applications.Benefiting from the unique structure,strong interfacial interaction and synergistic effects between MXene and Co Al-LDH nanosheets,the electrical conductivity and exposed electrolyte-accessible active sites are significantly enhanced.The asprepared MXene/Co Al-LDH-80%(ML-80)film exhibits high volumetric capacity of 2472 C cm-3 in 3 M KOH electrolyte with high rate capability of 70.6%at 20 A g-1.Notably,to the best of our knowledge,the high volumetric capacity is the highest among other previously reported values for supercapacitors in aqueous electrolytes.Furthermore,our asymmetric supercapacitor device fabricated with ML-80 and MXene/graphene composite as cathode and anode,respectively,exhibits impressive volumetric energy density of 85.4 Wh L-1 with impressive cycling stability of 94.4%retention ratio after 30,000 continuous charge/discharge cycles.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Nos. 51772193 , 51702063)Nature Science Fund of Liaoning Province (No. 20180550200)+1 种基金China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(2018M630340)Project of Science and Technology Plan Shenyang (No. 17-231-1-18)
文摘Aqueous zinc-ion batteries(ZIBs) have been considered as one of the most promising electrochemical devices for large-scale energy storage system owing to their low cost and high safety. Herein, Na2V6O16·2.14H2O nanobelts are synthesized and applied as cathode material for ZIBs. The sample displays a high capacity of 466 m Ahg^-1 at 100 mAg^-1 and stable cycling performance with a capacity retention of 90% over 20 0 0 cycles at the 20 Ag^-1. Moreover, Na2V6O16·2.14H2O presents a capable rate ability and a high energy density of 312 Wh kg^-1 at a specific power of 70 Wkg^-1. The superior electrochemical performance is attributed to the large interlayer spacing and outstanding structure stability, which promise the highly reversible intercalation and extraction of zinc ion. The electrochemical kinetics and zinc ion storage mechanism are also investigated. This work demonstrates that nanoscale electrode materials with large interlayer spacing can effectively enhance the electrochemical performance of aqueous ZIBs, which can be extended to other metal ion batteries, such as magnesium ion batteries and aluminum ion batteries.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.51576164)the Joint Research Fund of China Bao-Wu Iron and Steel Group Company Limited(Nos.U1860108 and U1860203)Science and Technology Commission of Shanghai Municipality,China(Nos.21DZ1208900 and 19DZ2270200)。
文摘To explore the iron coke application in hydrogen-rich blast furnace,which is an effective method to achieve the purpose of low carbon emissions,the initial gasification temperature of iron coke in CO_(2) and H_(2)O atmosphere and its cogasification reaction mechanism with coke were systematically studied.Iron coke was prepared under laboratory conditions,with a 0-7wt%iron ore powder addition.The properties of iron cokes were tested by coke reactivity index(CRI)and coke strength after reaction(CSR),and their phases and morphology were evolution discussed by scanning electron microscopy and X-ray diffraction analysis.The results indicated that the initial gasification temperature of iron coke decreased with the increase in the iron ore powder content under the CO_(2) and H_(2)O_((g))atmosphere.In the 40vol%H_(2)O+60vol%CO_(2) atmosphere,CRI of iron coke with the addition of 3wt%iron ore powder reached 58.7%,and its CSR reached 56.5%.Because of the catalytic action of iron,the reaction capacity of iron coke was greater than that of coke.As iron coke was preferentially gasified,the CRI and CSR of coke were reduced and increased,respectively,when iron coke and coke were cogasified.The results showed that the skeleton function of the coke can be protected by iron coke.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.81871804 and No.81672200.
文摘BACKGROUND Surgery is often indicated for patients with massively prolapsed intervertebral disc herniation.The interlaminar endoscopic spine system(iLESSYS)Delta 6-mm working channel endoscope has advantages over other systems.The aim of this study was to explore the benefits and complications of using the iLESSYS Delta for the treatment of massively prolapsed intervertebral disc herniation.AIM To explore the clinical benefits of treating massively prolapsed lumbar intervertebral disc herniation with the iLESSYS Delta endoscope.METHODS In this study,the data of 37 patients who underwent surgery with the iLESSYS Delta endoscope at The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University were retrospectively analyzed.Intraoperative blood loss,operation time,and complications were collected.The visual analog scale(VAS),oswestry disability index(ODI),and modified MacNab criteria were determined before and at 1 d,3 mo,and 6 mo after surgery.RESULTS The mean intraoperative blood loss was 20.4±1.2 mL.The mean operation time was 97.3±12.4 min.The VAS scores for leg and back pain decreased from 68.0±7.3,34.4±8.5 before operation to 2.5±1.7,5.5±1.9 at 6 mo after surgery,respectively.The ODI also decreased from 60.2±7.3 to 17.9±3.4 at 6 mo after surgery.The improvement rate of the MacNab score was 86.4%,which was considered excellent.No spinal dural injury,nerve root injury,secondary protrusion of intervertebral disc,or myeloid hypertension was found during follow-up.CONCLUSION The iLESSYS Delta 6-mm working channel endoscope has several advantages in terms of clinical and functional benefits,complications,and low risk of residual vertebral pulp in treating patients with massively prolapsed intervertebral disc herniation.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (51702063)Ministry of Science and Technology of China (No. 2015CB251103)+2 种基金the Science & Technology Department of Jilin Province (No. 20140520093JH)the Open Project of State Key Laboratory of Superhard Materials (Jilin University, No. 201513)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities (No. GK2100260182)
文摘Two-dimensional(2D)metal carbides,MXene,present the promising application for the energy storage system.Among the MXene family,Ti_2CT_xas the lightest material,shows its unique electrochemical performance.Herein,Ti_2CT_xis synthesized by selective etching Al layer from the Ti_2Al C.With the optimized HF treating condition,Ti_2CT_xdisplays high volumetric capacitance and remarkable rate ability.Moreover,the Ti_2CT_x//Ti_2CT_xsymmetric supercapacitor is designed and assembled,which presents capable capacitance,outstanding rate performance and excellent cycling performance.The remarkable electrochemical performance is attributed to its 2D structure and high electronic conductivity.This work demonstrates the potential application of the Ti_2CT_xfor the supercapacitors and provides a template to design highperformance supercapacitors with 2D electrode materials.
基金the financial support of this study by the Ph.D.Student Research and Innovation Fund of the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(grant number GK6530260034)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(grant numbers:51572052)。
文摘Urea oxidation is a significant reaction for utilizing urea-rich wastewater or human urine as sustainable power sources which can ease the water eutrophication while generate electricity. A direct urea-hydrogen peroxide fuel cell is a new kind of fuel cell employing urea as fuel and hydrogen peroxide as oxidant which possesses a larger cell voltage. Herein, this work tries to promote the kinetics process of urea oxidation by preparing low-cost and high-efficient NiCo2S4 nanowires modified carbon sponge electrode. The carbon sponge used in this work with a similar three-dimensional multi-channel structure to Ni foam, is prepared by carbonizing recycled polyurethane sponge which is also a process of recycling waste. The performance of the prepared catalyst in an alkaline solution is investigated in a three-electrode system.With the introduction of Co element to the catalyst, a reduced initial urea oxidation potential and a high performance are obtained. Furthermore, a direct urea-hydrogen peroxide fuel cell is assembled using the NiCo2S4 nanowires modified carbon sponge anode. Results indicate that the prepared catalyst provides a chance to solve the current problems that hinder the development of urea electrooxidation(high initial urea oxidation potential, low performance, and high electrode costs).
文摘BACKGROUND Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease(NAFLD)is the leading cause of chronic liver disease.The prevalence and disease burden of NAFLD are projected to exponentially increase resulting in significant healthcare expenditures and lower healthrelated quality of life.To date,there are no approved pharmacotherapies for NAFLD or non-alcoholic steatohepatitis(NASH).Semaglutide has glycemic and weight loss benefits that may be advantageous for patients with NAFLD.AIM To investigate the efficacy and safety of semaglutide in patients with NAFLD.METHODS MEDLINE,CENTRAL,and EMBASE were searched from inception to May 1,2023,to identify eligible randomized controlled trials(RCTs).Meta-analysis was performed using random effects model expressing continuous outcomes as mean differences(MD)or standardized MDs(SMD),and dichotomous outcomes as odds ratios(OR)with 95%confidence intervals(CI).Statistical heterogeneity was assessed using the Cochran’s Q test and I2 statistic.RESULTS Three RCTs involving 458 patients were included.Semaglutide increased the likelihood of NASH resolution(OR:3.18,95%CI:1.70,5.95;P<0.001),improvement in steatosis(OR:2.83,95%CI:1.19,6.71;P=0.03),lobular inflammation(OR:1.81,95%CI:1.11,2.96;P=0.02),and hepatocellular ballooning(OR:2.92,95%CI:1.83,4.65;P<0.001),but not fibrosis stage(OR:0.71,95%CI:0.15,3.41;P=0.67).Radiologically,semaglutide reduced liver stiffness(SMD:-0.48,95%CI:-0.86,-0.11;P=0.01)and steatosis(MD:-4.96%,95%CI:-9.92,0.01;P=0.05).It also reduced alanine aminotransferase(MD:-14.06 U/L,95%CI:-22.06,-6.07;P<0.001)and aspartate aminotransferase(MD:-11.44 U/L,95%CI:-17.23,-5.65;P<0.001).Semaglutide led to improved cardiometabolic outcomes,including decreased HgA1c(MD:-0.77%,95%CI:-1.18,-0.37;P<0.001)and weight loss(MD:-6.53 kg,95%CI:-11.21,-1.85;P=0.006),but increased the occurrence of GIrelated side effects(OR:3.72,95%CI:1.68,8.23;P=0.001).Overall risk of serious adverse events was similar compared to placebo(OR:1.40,95%CI:0.75,2.62;P<0.29).CONCLUSION Semaglutide is effective in the treatment of NAFLD while maintaining a well-tolerated safety profile.Future studies are required to evaluate its effects on fibrosis regression and different phases of NAFLD.
基金Supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.82202694。
文摘Lumbar degenerative disc disease(DDD)in the elderly population remains a global health problem,especially in patients with osteoporosis.Osteoporosis in the elderly can cause failure of internal fixation.Cortical bone trajectory(CBT)is an effective,safe and minimally invasive technique for the treatment of lumbar DDD in patients with osteoporosis.In this review,we analyzed the anatomy,biomechanics,and advantages of the CBT technique in lumbar DDD and revision surgery.Additionally,the clinical trials and case reports,indications,advancements and limitations of this technique were further discussed and reviewed.Finally,we concluded that the CBT technique can be a practical,effective and safe alternative to traditional pedicle screw fixation,especially in DDD patients with osteoporosis.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(51702063,51672056)Natural Science Foundation of Heilongjiang(LC2018004)+1 种基金China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(2018M630340,2019T120254)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central University。
文摘Sodium ion batteries and capacitors have demonstrated their potential applications for next-generation low-cost energy storage devices.These devices’s rate ability is determined by the fast sodium ion storage behavior in electrode materials.Herein,a defective TiO2@reduced graphene oxide(M-TiO2@rGO)self-supporting foam electrode is constructed via a facile MXene decomposition and graphene oxide self-assembling process.The employment of the MXene parent phase exhibits distinctive advantages,enabling defect engineering,nanoengineering,and fluorine-doped metal oxides.As a result,the M-TiO2@rGO electrode shows a pseudocapacitance-dominated hybrid sodium storage mechanism.The pseudocapacitance-dominated process leads to high capacity,remarkable rate ability,and superior cycling performance.Significantly,an M-TiO2@rGO//Na3 V2(PO4)3 sodium full cell and an M-TiO2@rGO//HPAC sodium ion capacitor are fabricated to demonstrate the promising application of M-TiO2@rGO.The sodium ion battery presents a capacity of 177.1 mAh g-1 at 500 mA g-1 and capacity retention of 74%after 200 cycles.The sodium ion capacitor delivers a maximum energy density of 101.2 Wh kg-1 and a maximum power density of 10,103.7 W kg-1.At 1.0 A g-1,it displays an energy retention of 84.7%after 10,000 cycles.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(51672056)Excellent Youth Project of Natural Science Foundation of Heilongjiang Province of China(YQ2019B002)+1 种基金China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(2018M630307 and 2019T120220)Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(HEUCFD201732)。
文摘Aqueous rechargeable zinc ion batteries are very attractive in large-scale storage applications,because they have high safety,low cost and good durability.Nonetheless,their advancements are hindered by a dearth of positive host materials(cathode)due to sluggish diffusion of Zn2+in the solid inorganic frameworks.Here,we report a novel organic electrode material of poly 3,4,9,10-perylentetracarboxylic dianhydride(PPTCDA)/graphene aerogel(GA).The 3D interconnected porous architecture synthesized through a simple solvothermal reaction,where the PPTCDA is homogenously embedded in the GA nanosheets.The self-assembly of PPTCDA/GA coin-type cell will not only significantly improve the durability and extend lifetime of the devices,but also reduce the electronic waste and economic cost.The self-assembled structure does not require the auxiliary electrode and conductive agent to prepare the electrode material,which is a simple method for preparing the coin-type cell and a foundation for the next large-scale production.The PPTCDA/GA delivers a high capacity of≥200 m Ah g^–1 with the voltage of 0.0~1.5 V.After 300 cycles,the capacity retention rate still close to 100%.The discussion on the mechanism of Zn2+intercalation/deintercalation in the PPTCDA/GA electrode is explored by Fourier transform infrared spectrometer(FT-IR),X-ray diffraction(XRD)and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy(XPS)characterizations.The morphology and structure of PPTCDA/GA are examined by scanning electron microscopy(SEM)and transmission electron microscopy(TEM).
基金funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.11303062)
文摘Five-hundred-meter Aperture Spherical radio Telescope(FAST)is the world’s largest single dish radio telescope,which is located in Guizhou Province,in southwest China.The FAST feed cabin is supported and positioned by six steel cables.The deviation of the feed position and orientation would lead to loss in the telescope efficiency.In this paper,a series of electromagnetic(EM)simulations of the FAST facility with varying feed positions and orientation offsets was performed.The maximum gain of FAST is about 82.3 dBi and the sibelobe is–32 dB with respect to the main beam at 3 GHz.The simulation results have demonstrated that the telescope efficiency loss is more sensitive to the lateral feed deviation compared with the axial deviation.The telescope efficiency would decrease by 8.2%due to the FAST feed position deviation of 10 mm rms when the observing frequency is 3 GHz.The FAST feed deviation basically has no effect on the sidelobes and cross polarization characteristic according to the simulations.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(21503096,21407067)the Natural Science Foundation of Educational Committee of Anhui Province(KJ2018A0387),ChinaProject of Anhui Province for Excellent Young Talents in Universities(gxyq2019029),China
文摘Photocatalytic H2 production and CO2 reduction have attracted considerable attention for clean energy development.In this work,we designed an efficient photocatalyst by integrating lamellar oxygen-doped carbon nitride(CNO)nanosheets into ZnIn2S4(ZIS)microflowers by a one-step hydrothermal method.A well-fitted 2D hierarchical hybrid heterostructure was fabricated.Under visible light irradiation,the ZIS@CNO composite with 40 wt%CNO(ZC 40%)showed the highest hydrogen evolution rate from water(188.4μmol·h-1),which was approximately 2.1 times higher than those of CNO and ZIS(88.6 and 90.2μmol·h-1,respectively).Furthermore,the selective CO production rates of ZC 40%(12.69μmol·h-1)were 2.2 and 14.0 times higher than those of ZIS(5.85μmol·h-1)and CNO(0.91μmol·h-1),respectively,and the CH4 production rate of ZC 40%was 1.18μmol·h-1.This enhanced photocatalytic activity of CNO@ZIS is due mainly to the formation of a heterostructure that can promote the transfer of photoinduced electrons and holes between CNO and ZIS,thereby efficiently avoiding recombination of electron-hole pairs.
文摘Except for the standard aortic valve replacement,no effective medical treatment is available to prevent or delay calcific aortic valve disease(CAVD)progression.Recently,macrophages and high-mobility group box 1(HMGB1)are the most intriguing candidates in various inflammatory disorders.However,the association between serum HMGB1,CAVD,and macrophage polarization remains unclear.Therefore,we examined whether the level of serum HMGB1 is clinically associated with aortic valve calcification and whether HMGB1 treatment can promote macrophage differentiation toward M1 or M2 phenotype.This experimental study included 19 CAVD patients and 20 healthy controls whose serum HMGB1 levels were examined by ELISA assay.THP-1 macrophage polarization system was established to test the polarization capability of HMGB1 treatment.The results showed that serum levels of HMGB1 were significantly reduced in patients with CAVD.HMGB1 treatment promoted M2 macrophage polarization but not M1 phenotype with increased IL-10 expression and reduced inducible nitric oxide synthase(iNOS)expression.Our findings suggest that serum HMGB1 is negatively associated with the development of aortic valve calcification,and HMGB1 treatment may facilitate M2 macrophage polarization for reducing aortic valve calcification.