Traditional syntactic or semantic theories failed to provide a satistactory explanation for the unique features of non-restrictive relational clauses in people's daily use of English language. This paper would adopt ...Traditional syntactic or semantic theories failed to provide a satistactory explanation for the unique features of non-restrictive relational clauses in people's daily use of English language. This paper would adopt the theoretical framework of pragmatics and use relevance theory as well as face theory to discuss the unique pragmatic functions of non-restrictive relational clauses in English news report discourse. The three major pragmatic functions are: (1) optimizing the relevance of information; (2) seeking for the consistence with readers; and (3) avoiding imposing the author's opinion on readers.展开更多
Gold nanorods,as an emerging noble metal nanomaterial with unique properties,have become the new exciting focus of theoretical and experimental studies in the past few years.The structure and function of gold nanorods...Gold nanorods,as an emerging noble metal nanomaterial with unique properties,have become the new exciting focus of theoretical and experimental studies in the past few years.The structure and function of gold nanorods,especially their biocompatibility, optical property,and photothermal effects,have been attracting more and more attention.Gold nanorods exhibit great potential in applications such as tumor molecular imaging and photothermal therapy.In this article,we review some of the main advances made over the past few years in the application of gold nanorods in surface functionalization,molecular imaging,and photothermal therapy. We also explore other prospective applications and discuss the corresponding concepts,issues,approaches,and challenges,with the aim of stimulating broader interest in gold nanorod-based nanotechnology and improving its practical application.展开更多
The free electron gas in a uniform magnetic field at low temperature is restudied. The grand partition function previously obtained by Landau's quantitative calculation contains three parts, which are all approximate...The free electron gas in a uniform magnetic field at low temperature is restudied. The grand partition function previously obtained by Landau's quantitative calculation contains three parts, which are all approximate. An improved calculation is presented, in which two of the three parts are obtained in exact forms. A simple remedy for Landau and Lifshitz's qualitative calculation in the textbook is also given, which turns the qualitative result into the same one as obtained by the improved quantitative calculation. The chemical potential is solved approximately and the thermodynamic quantities are caiculated explicitly in both a weak field and a strong field. The thermodynamic quantities in a strong field obtained here contain both non-oscillating and oscillating corrections to the corresponding results derived from Landau's grand partition function. In particular, Landau's grand partition function is not sufficiently accurate to yield our nonzero results for the specific heat and the entropy. An error in the Laplace-transform method for the problem is corrected. The results previously obtained by this method are also improved.展开更多
Textile materials have been applied in recent years to various applications. The connection between the textile science and electronics, biology or nano-technology has led to the extension of the basic clothing and ap...Textile materials have been applied in recent years to various applications. The connection between the textile science and electronics, biology or nano-technology has led to the extension of the basic clothing and apparel applications towards multi-functional and technical textiles. Fiber based materials represent proper solution for advanced materials. The authors envisage in this paper to present the work performed in 1NCDTP-Bucharest, for manufacturing surgical gowns for medical applications. The surface of the textile material was plasma nano-technology treated in order to obtain a hydrophobic functionalization. As characteristics of research, different parameters have been used for plasma treatment (gas type, power, time, pressure) and different raw materials (polyester, cotton). For the investigation of the functionality of raw/finished materials, laboratory instruments have been used in order to highlight the comfort properties obtained. Medical articles have strict regulations for manufacturing due to their usage in surgery units. Dry plasma treatment is an ecological method compared to classical wet finishing of textile materials.展开更多
Surface functionalization of epitaxial graphene overlayers on 6H-SiC(0001) has been attempted through thermal reactions in NH3. X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy and micro-region low energy electron diffraction resul...Surface functionalization of epitaxial graphene overlayers on 6H-SiC(0001) has been attempted through thermal reactions in NH3. X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy and micro-region low energy electron diffraction results show that a significant amount of N is present at the NHB-treated graphene surface, which results in strong band bending at the SiC surface as well as decoupling of the graphene overlayers from the substrate. The majority of the surface N species can be removed by annealing in vacuum up to 850 ~C, weakening the surface band bending and resuming the strong coupling of graphene with the SiC surface. The desorbed N atoms can be attributed to the intercalated species between graphene and SiC. Low temperature scanning tunneling spectroscopy and density functional theory simulations confirm the presence of N dopants in the graphene lattice, which are in the form of graphitic substitution and can be stable above 850 ~C. This is the first report of simultaneous N intercalation and N doping of epitaxial graphene overlayers on SiC, and it may be employed to alter the surface physical and chemical properties of epitaxial graphene overlayers.展开更多
Au nanoparticles have been used in biomedical applications since ancient times. However, the rapid development of nanotechnology over the past century has led to recognition of the great potential of Au nanoparticles ...Au nanoparticles have been used in biomedical applications since ancient times. However, the rapid development of nanotechnology over the past century has led to recognition of the great potential of Au nanoparticles in a wide range of applications. Advanced fabrication techniques allow us to synthesize a variety of Au nanostructures possessing physiochemical properties that can be exploited for different purposes. Functionalization of the surface of Au nanoparticles further eases their application in various roles. These advantages of Au nanoparticles make them particularly suited for cancer treatment and diagnosis. The small size of Au particles enables them to preferentially accumulate at tumor sites to achieve in vivo targeting after systemic administration. Efficient light absorption followed by rapid heat conversion makes them very promising in photothermal therapy. The facile surface chemistry of Au nanoparticles eases delivery of drugs, ligands or imaging contrast agents in vivo. In this review, we summarize recent development of Au nanoparticles in cancer theranostics including imaging-based detection, photothermal therapy, chemical therapy and drug delivery. The multifunctional nature of Au nanoparticles means they hold great promise as novel anti-cancer therapeutics.展开更多
A highly pixelated and luminescent silica-coated quantum dot color filter(QDCF)was achieved by surface conjugation with epoxy functional group.Epoxy-functionalized silica-coated quantum dots(QDs)can be thoroughly mixe...A highly pixelated and luminescent silica-coated quantum dot color filter(QDCF)was achieved by surface conjugation with epoxy functional group.Epoxy-functionalized silica-coated quantum dots(QDs)can be thoroughly mixed with SU-8 photoresist up to 25 wt.%without aggregation.The quantum yield(QY)of the silica-coated QDCF can be significantly improved from 19.3%to 36.5%after epoxy treatment.The pristine QDCF experienced a 40%QY decrease,while the epoxied silica-coated QDCF maintained its luminescence even after irradiation(300 mW cm 2@450 nm)for over 25 days.The well-controlled epoxy cap plays a critical role in attaining the ideal optical properties of the QDCF.展开更多
This paper reports a controllable multi-functional black silicon surface with nanocone-forest structures fabricated by an optimized deep reactive ion etching(DRIE)technique using SF6/C4F8 in cyclic etching-passivation...This paper reports a controllable multi-functional black silicon surface with nanocone-forest structures fabricated by an optimized deep reactive ion etching(DRIE)technique using SF6/C4F8 in cyclic etching-passivation process,which is maskless,effective and controllable.The process conditions are investigated by systematically comparative experiments and core parameters have been figured out,including etching process parameters,pre-treatment,patterned silicon etching and inclined surface etching.Based on the experimental data,the formation mechanism of nanocone shape is developed,which provides a novel view for in-depth understanding of abnormal phenomena observed in the experiments under different process situations.After the optimization of the process parameters,the black silicon surfaces exhibit superhydrophobicity with tunable reflectance.Additionally,the quantitative relationship between nanocones aspect ratio and surface reflectance and static contact angle is obtained,which demonstrates that black silicon surfaces with unique functional properties(i.e.,cross-combination of reflectance and wettability)can be achieved by controlling the morphology of nanostructures.展开更多
文摘Traditional syntactic or semantic theories failed to provide a satistactory explanation for the unique features of non-restrictive relational clauses in people's daily use of English language. This paper would adopt the theoretical framework of pragmatics and use relevance theory as well as face theory to discuss the unique pragmatic functions of non-restrictive relational clauses in English news report discourse. The three major pragmatic functions are: (1) optimizing the relevance of information; (2) seeking for the consistence with readers; and (3) avoiding imposing the author's opinion on readers.
文摘Gold nanorods,as an emerging noble metal nanomaterial with unique properties,have become the new exciting focus of theoretical and experimental studies in the past few years.The structure and function of gold nanorods,especially their biocompatibility, optical property,and photothermal effects,have been attracting more and more attention.Gold nanorods exhibit great potential in applications such as tumor molecular imaging and photothermal therapy.In this article,we review some of the main advances made over the past few years in the application of gold nanorods in surface functionalization,molecular imaging,and photothermal therapy. We also explore other prospective applications and discuss the corresponding concepts,issues,approaches,and challenges,with the aim of stimulating broader interest in gold nanorod-based nanotechnology and improving its practical application.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China under Grant No.10675174
文摘The free electron gas in a uniform magnetic field at low temperature is restudied. The grand partition function previously obtained by Landau's quantitative calculation contains three parts, which are all approximate. An improved calculation is presented, in which two of the three parts are obtained in exact forms. A simple remedy for Landau and Lifshitz's qualitative calculation in the textbook is also given, which turns the qualitative result into the same one as obtained by the improved quantitative calculation. The chemical potential is solved approximately and the thermodynamic quantities are caiculated explicitly in both a weak field and a strong field. The thermodynamic quantities in a strong field obtained here contain both non-oscillating and oscillating corrections to the corresponding results derived from Landau's grand partition function. In particular, Landau's grand partition function is not sufficiently accurate to yield our nonzero results for the specific heat and the entropy. An error in the Laplace-transform method for the problem is corrected. The results previously obtained by this method are also improved.
文摘Textile materials have been applied in recent years to various applications. The connection between the textile science and electronics, biology or nano-technology has led to the extension of the basic clothing and apparel applications towards multi-functional and technical textiles. Fiber based materials represent proper solution for advanced materials. The authors envisage in this paper to present the work performed in 1NCDTP-Bucharest, for manufacturing surgical gowns for medical applications. The surface of the textile material was plasma nano-technology treated in order to obtain a hydrophobic functionalization. As characteristics of research, different parameters have been used for plasma treatment (gas type, power, time, pressure) and different raw materials (polyester, cotton). For the investigation of the functionality of raw/finished materials, laboratory instruments have been used in order to highlight the comfort properties obtained. Medical articles have strict regulations for manufacturing due to their usage in surgery units. Dry plasma treatment is an ecological method compared to classical wet finishing of textile materials.
文摘Surface functionalization of epitaxial graphene overlayers on 6H-SiC(0001) has been attempted through thermal reactions in NH3. X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy and micro-region low energy electron diffraction results show that a significant amount of N is present at the NHB-treated graphene surface, which results in strong band bending at the SiC surface as well as decoupling of the graphene overlayers from the substrate. The majority of the surface N species can be removed by annealing in vacuum up to 850 ~C, weakening the surface band bending and resuming the strong coupling of graphene with the SiC surface. The desorbed N atoms can be attributed to the intercalated species between graphene and SiC. Low temperature scanning tunneling spectroscopy and density functional theory simulations confirm the presence of N dopants in the graphene lattice, which are in the form of graphitic substitution and can be stable above 850 ~C. This is the first report of simultaneous N intercalation and N doping of epitaxial graphene overlayers on SiC, and it may be employed to alter the surface physical and chemical properties of epitaxial graphene overlayers.
基金supported by the National Basic Research Program of China(Grant Nos.2011CB933401 and 2012CB934003)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.31070854)National Major Scientific Instruments Development Project(Grant No.2011YQ03013406)
文摘Au nanoparticles have been used in biomedical applications since ancient times. However, the rapid development of nanotechnology over the past century has led to recognition of the great potential of Au nanoparticles in a wide range of applications. Advanced fabrication techniques allow us to synthesize a variety of Au nanostructures possessing physiochemical properties that can be exploited for different purposes. Functionalization of the surface of Au nanoparticles further eases their application in various roles. These advantages of Au nanoparticles make them particularly suited for cancer treatment and diagnosis. The small size of Au particles enables them to preferentially accumulate at tumor sites to achieve in vivo targeting after systemic administration. Efficient light absorption followed by rapid heat conversion makes them very promising in photothermal therapy. The facile surface chemistry of Au nanoparticles eases delivery of drugs, ligands or imaging contrast agents in vivo. In this review, we summarize recent development of Au nanoparticles in cancer theranostics including imaging-based detection, photothermal therapy, chemical therapy and drug delivery. The multifunctional nature of Au nanoparticles means they hold great promise as novel anti-cancer therapeutics.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China administrated by the Ministry of Science and Technology of China(2016YFB0401702)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(61674074,61704072 and61405089)+11 种基金Shenzhen Innovation Project(JCYJ20160301113537474)Shenzhen Basic Research Project(JCYJ20170817112012493)Development and Reform Commission of Shenzhen Project([2017]1395)Shenzhen Peacock Team Project(KQTD2016030111203005)Shenzhen Key Laboratory for Advanced Quantum Dot Displays and Lighting(ZDSYS201707281632549)Guangdong University Key Laboratory for Advanced Quantum Dot Displays and Lighting(2017KSYS007)Distinguished Young Scholar of National Natural Science Foundation of Guangdong(2017B030306010)Tianjin Zhonghuan Quantum Tech Co.,Ltd.(18YFZCGX00580)the start-up fund from Southern University of Science and Technologysupported by the Pico Center at SUSTech that received support from Presidential fundDevelopment and Reform Commission of Shenzhen MunicipalityChina Postdoctoral Science Foundation Grant(2018M631443)
文摘A highly pixelated and luminescent silica-coated quantum dot color filter(QDCF)was achieved by surface conjugation with epoxy functional group.Epoxy-functionalized silica-coated quantum dots(QDs)can be thoroughly mixed with SU-8 photoresist up to 25 wt.%without aggregation.The quantum yield(QY)of the silica-coated QDCF can be significantly improved from 19.3%to 36.5%after epoxy treatment.The pristine QDCF experienced a 40%QY decrease,while the epoxied silica-coated QDCF maintained its luminescence even after irradiation(300 mW cm 2@450 nm)for over 25 days.The well-controlled epoxy cap plays a critical role in attaining the ideal optical properties of the QDCF.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.61176103,91023045 and 91323304)the National Hi-Tech Research and Development Program of China("863"Project)(Grant No.2013AA041102)+1 种基金the National Ph.D.Foundation Project(Grant No.20110001110103)the Beijing Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.4141002)
文摘This paper reports a controllable multi-functional black silicon surface with nanocone-forest structures fabricated by an optimized deep reactive ion etching(DRIE)technique using SF6/C4F8 in cyclic etching-passivation process,which is maskless,effective and controllable.The process conditions are investigated by systematically comparative experiments and core parameters have been figured out,including etching process parameters,pre-treatment,patterned silicon etching and inclined surface etching.Based on the experimental data,the formation mechanism of nanocone shape is developed,which provides a novel view for in-depth understanding of abnormal phenomena observed in the experiments under different process situations.After the optimization of the process parameters,the black silicon surfaces exhibit superhydrophobicity with tunable reflectance.Additionally,the quantitative relationship between nanocones aspect ratio and surface reflectance and static contact angle is obtained,which demonstrates that black silicon surfaces with unique functional properties(i.e.,cross-combination of reflectance and wettability)can be achieved by controlling the morphology of nanostructures.