Lithium metal batteries are regarded as prominent contenders to address the pressing needs owing to the high theoretical capacity.Toward the broader implementation,the primary obstacle lies in the intricate multi-elec...Lithium metal batteries are regarded as prominent contenders to address the pressing needs owing to the high theoretical capacity.Toward the broader implementation,the primary obstacle lies in the intricate multi-electron,multi-step redox reaction associated with sluggish conversion kinetics,subsequently giving rise to a cascade of parasitic issues.In order to smooth reaction kinetics,catalysts are widely introduced to accelerate reaction rate via modulating the energy barrier.Over past decades,a large amount of research has been devoted to the catalyst design and catalytic mechanism exploration,and thus the great progress in electrochemical performance has been realized.Therefore,it is necessary to make a comprehensive review toward key progress in catalyst design and future development pathway.In this review,the basic mechanism of lithium metal batteries is provided along with corresponding advantages and existing challenges detailly described.The main catalysts employed to accelerate cathode reaction with emphasis on their catalytic mechanism are summarized as well.Finally,the rational design and innovative direction toward efficient catalysts are suggested for future application in metal-sulfur/gas battery and beyond.This review is expected to drive and benefit future research on rational catalyst design with multi-parameter synergistic impacts on the activity and stability of next-generation metal battery,thus opening new avenue for sustainable solution to climate change,energy and environmental issues,and the potential industrial economy.展开更多
Background and aims:Transarterial chemoembolization(TACE)is the standard treatment for most intermediate-toadvanced stage hepatocellular carcinoma.With the ongoing development of interventional therapies,TACE in combi...Background and aims:Transarterial chemoembolization(TACE)is the standard treatment for most intermediate-toadvanced stage hepatocellular carcinoma.With the ongoing development of interventional therapies,TACE in combination with different protocols is being explored.A network meta-analysis to collect recent evidence in this field is required.Methods:We searched PubMed,Web of Science,Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials,Embase,Chinese National Knowledge Infrastructure database,Cochrane Library,and Wanfang database from their inception to May 2022 for randomized controlled trials(RCTs)that reported TACE in combination with different protocols for hepatocellular carcinoma.Results:In total,67 RCTs assessing eight combination treatments were included.The quality of primary outcomes was from moderate to low.The Bayesian network meta-analysis confirmed that TACE combined with iodine-125 seed implantation had the highest probability of 1-year survival rate and TACE combined with sorafenib had the highest probability of 2-year survival rate.TACE alone had the highest probability of incidence of fever,TACE combined with sorafenib had the highest probability of incidence of pain and TACE combined with percutaneous ethanol injection had the highest probability of incidence of nausea and vomiting.Conclusion:This Bayesian network meta-analysis found that TACE combined with iodine-125 seed and TACE combined with sorafenib may benefit patients in terms of 1-year survival and 2-year survival,respectively.To confirm this conclusion,high-quality and well-designed RCTs with a larger sample size are needed.展开更多
Metal-sulfur battery,which provides considerable high energy density at a low cost,is an appealing energy-storage technology for future long-range electric vehicles and large-scale power grids.One major challenge of m...Metal-sulfur battery,which provides considerable high energy density at a low cost,is an appealing energy-storage technology for future long-range electric vehicles and large-scale power grids.One major challenge of metal-sulfur batteries is their long-term cycling stability,which is significantly deteriorated by the generation of various soluble polysulfide intermediates and the shuttling of these intermediates through the separator.Furthermore,the intrinsically sluggish reaction kinetics associated with the poor conductivity of sulfur/sulfides family causes a large polarization in cycle behavior,which further deteriorates the electrode rechargeability.To solve these problems,the research communities have spent a great amount of effort on designing smart cathodes to delicately tailor the physiochemical interaction between the sulfur hosts and polysulfides.Here,we summarize the key progress in the development of two-dimensional(2D)host materials showing advantageous tunability of their physiochemical properties through coordination control methods such as defect engineering,heteroatom doping,heterostructure,and phase and interface engineering.Accordingly,we discuss the mechanisms of polysulfide anchoring and catalyzing upon specific coordination environment in conjunction with possible structure-property relationships and theoretical analysis.This review will provide prospective fundamental guidance for future sulfur host design and beyond.展开更多
A 7-year-old girl presented to our out-patient clinic with complaints of abdominal mass and pain with yellowish skin for over 3 months.The patient was also accompanied by clinical manifestations such as nausea and vom...A 7-year-old girl presented to our out-patient clinic with complaints of abdominal mass and pain with yellowish skin for over 3 months.The patient was also accompanied by clinical manifestations such as nausea and vomiting,skin itching and clay-colored stools.She denied any past history of gastrointestinal bleeding or trauma.Examination revealed a non-tender swelling as it moved with breathing(Panel A).展开更多
Hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)is one of the most common malignancies worldwide.With the development of systemic therapies,several studies are currently underway,especially those related to the use of programmed death-1...Hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)is one of the most common malignancies worldwide.With the development of systemic therapies,several studies are currently underway,especially those related to the use of programmed death-1/programmed cell death-ligand 1(PD-1/PD-L1)immunotherapy.Moreover,studies on transarterial che-moembolization(TACE)and PD-1/PD-L1 immunotherapy have demonstrated some interesting outcomes.This article reviewed the current clinical evidence on the combination of TACE and PD-1/PD-L1 immunotherapy.Overall,our review summarized that a favorable survival time could be achieved using this combination in most patients.However,complications such as hyperprogression should be taken seriously,and the underlying mechanisms need to be explored.展开更多
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52272194)Liaoning Revitalization Talents Program(XLYC2007155)。
文摘Lithium metal batteries are regarded as prominent contenders to address the pressing needs owing to the high theoretical capacity.Toward the broader implementation,the primary obstacle lies in the intricate multi-electron,multi-step redox reaction associated with sluggish conversion kinetics,subsequently giving rise to a cascade of parasitic issues.In order to smooth reaction kinetics,catalysts are widely introduced to accelerate reaction rate via modulating the energy barrier.Over past decades,a large amount of research has been devoted to the catalyst design and catalytic mechanism exploration,and thus the great progress in electrochemical performance has been realized.Therefore,it is necessary to make a comprehensive review toward key progress in catalyst design and future development pathway.In this review,the basic mechanism of lithium metal batteries is provided along with corresponding advantages and existing challenges detailly described.The main catalysts employed to accelerate cathode reaction with emphasis on their catalytic mechanism are summarized as well.Finally,the rational design and innovative direction toward efficient catalysts are suggested for future application in metal-sulfur/gas battery and beyond.This review is expected to drive and benefit future research on rational catalyst design with multi-parameter synergistic impacts on the activity and stability of next-generation metal battery,thus opening new avenue for sustainable solution to climate change,energy and environmental issues,and the potential industrial economy.
文摘Background and aims:Transarterial chemoembolization(TACE)is the standard treatment for most intermediate-toadvanced stage hepatocellular carcinoma.With the ongoing development of interventional therapies,TACE in combination with different protocols is being explored.A network meta-analysis to collect recent evidence in this field is required.Methods:We searched PubMed,Web of Science,Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials,Embase,Chinese National Knowledge Infrastructure database,Cochrane Library,and Wanfang database from their inception to May 2022 for randomized controlled trials(RCTs)that reported TACE in combination with different protocols for hepatocellular carcinoma.Results:In total,67 RCTs assessing eight combination treatments were included.The quality of primary outcomes was from moderate to low.The Bayesian network meta-analysis confirmed that TACE combined with iodine-125 seed implantation had the highest probability of 1-year survival rate and TACE combined with sorafenib had the highest probability of 2-year survival rate.TACE alone had the highest probability of incidence of fever,TACE combined with sorafenib had the highest probability of incidence of pain and TACE combined with percutaneous ethanol injection had the highest probability of incidence of nausea and vomiting.Conclusion:This Bayesian network meta-analysis found that TACE combined with iodine-125 seed and TACE combined with sorafenib may benefit patients in terms of 1-year survival and 2-year survival,respectively.To confirm this conclusion,high-quality and well-designed RCTs with a larger sample size are needed.
基金support from the Science and Technology Bureau of Huangpu District(No.2020GH03)the Innovation and Technology-Fund Partnership Research Programme(No.PRP/055/21FX)+2 种基金Innovation and Technology Fund-Gong Hong Kong Technology Cooperation Funding Scheme(No.GHP/047/20GD)Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Joint Laboratory for Photonic-Thermal-Electrical Energy Materials and Devices(GDSTC No.2019B121205001)Kong Branch of National Precious Metals Material Engineering Research Center.
文摘Metal-sulfur battery,which provides considerable high energy density at a low cost,is an appealing energy-storage technology for future long-range electric vehicles and large-scale power grids.One major challenge of metal-sulfur batteries is their long-term cycling stability,which is significantly deteriorated by the generation of various soluble polysulfide intermediates and the shuttling of these intermediates through the separator.Furthermore,the intrinsically sluggish reaction kinetics associated with the poor conductivity of sulfur/sulfides family causes a large polarization in cycle behavior,which further deteriorates the electrode rechargeability.To solve these problems,the research communities have spent a great amount of effort on designing smart cathodes to delicately tailor the physiochemical interaction between the sulfur hosts and polysulfides.Here,we summarize the key progress in the development of two-dimensional(2D)host materials showing advantageous tunability of their physiochemical properties through coordination control methods such as defect engineering,heteroatom doping,heterostructure,and phase and interface engineering.Accordingly,we discuss the mechanisms of polysulfide anchoring and catalyzing upon specific coordination environment in conjunction with possible structure-property relationships and theoretical analysis.This review will provide prospective fundamental guidance for future sulfur host design and beyond.
基金This study was supported by the National Key R&D Program Project(No.2017YFC0909900)Qinghai Science and Technology Department 2022 Science and Technology Plan Projects(Qinghai Research Key Laboratory for Echinococcosis Research)+2 种基金Young and Middle-aged Scientific Research Fund Project of the Affiliated Hospital of Qinghai University(No.ASRF-2021-YB-17)Tsinghua University Institute of Precision Medicine Strategic Project(Nos.2022ZLA005,2022ZLB004)Beijing Natural Science Foundation(No.Z190024).
文摘A 7-year-old girl presented to our out-patient clinic with complaints of abdominal mass and pain with yellowish skin for over 3 months.The patient was also accompanied by clinical manifestations such as nausea and vomiting,skin itching and clay-colored stools.She denied any past history of gastrointestinal bleeding or trauma.Examination revealed a non-tender swelling as it moved with breathing(Panel A).
文摘Hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)is one of the most common malignancies worldwide.With the development of systemic therapies,several studies are currently underway,especially those related to the use of programmed death-1/programmed cell death-ligand 1(PD-1/PD-L1)immunotherapy.Moreover,studies on transarterial che-moembolization(TACE)and PD-1/PD-L1 immunotherapy have demonstrated some interesting outcomes.This article reviewed the current clinical evidence on the combination of TACE and PD-1/PD-L1 immunotherapy.Overall,our review summarized that a favorable survival time could be achieved using this combination in most patients.However,complications such as hyperprogression should be taken seriously,and the underlying mechanisms need to be explored.
