Unveiling additive effects on molecular packing and charge transfer in organic solar cells: an AIMD and DFT study.

Additive assisted strategies play a crucial role in optimizing the morphology and improving the performance of organic solar cells (OSCs), yet the molecular-level mechanisms remain unclear. Here, we employ molecular dynamics (AIMD) and density functional theory (DFT) to elucidate the influence of typical additives of 1,8-diiodooctane (DIO) and 3,5-dichlorobromobenzene (DCBB) on molecular packing, electronic structures, and charge transport. It can be observed that both additives can enhance the stacking properties of the donor and acceptor materials, yet they have different effects on the local electrostatic environment.

Preventing Glioblastoma Relapse by Igniting Innate Immunity through Mitochondrial Stress in the Surgical Cavity.

Innate immunity is crucial in orchestrating the brain immune response, however, glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) has evolved sophisticated mechanisms to evade innate immune surveillance, posing significant challenges for current immunotherapies. Here, a therapeutic strategy is reported that aims at reactivating innate immune responses in GBM via targeted induction of mitochondrial stress, thereby enhancing tumor immunogenicity. Specifically, innate immune-stimulating nanoparticles (INSTNA) are developed, encapsulating positively charged iridium-based complexes (Ir-mito) and small interfering RNA against Methylation-Controlled J protein (si-MCJ) to attenuate mitochondrial respiration.

Iminoboronate chemistry enables multifunctional and reprocessable polyphenol-derived vitrimers.

Polyphenol-derived vitrimers offer compelling prospects for sustainable materials owing to their intrinsic recyclability, reprocessability and biodegradability. However, practical development remains constrained by structure degradation under harsh reprocessing conditions and the need for sophisticated modifications of the bio-sourced precursors. Herein, we reported a strategy that integrates commercially available polyphenols and low-molecular-weight PDMS through adaptable iminoboronate chemistry, obviating the need for structural modifications.

Reclassification of Ming . 2012 as a later heterotypic synonym of (Nakamura 1987) Shida . 1997.

In this study, the taxonomic relationship between and was reassessed utilizing a polyphasic taxonomic approach. Molecular identification through 16S rRNA gene sequence analysis demonstrated that DSM 5050 exhibited the highest sequence similarities with LMG 31458 (99.57%), LMG 31460 (99.

Proposal of (Artamonova and Krassilnikov 1960) Pridham 1970 (Approved Lists 1980) as a later heterotypic synonym of (Rossi Doria 1891) Waksman 1953 (Approved Lists 1980) and an emended description of .

The taxonomic relationship between and was re-evaluated using comparative genome analysis. The 16S rRNA gene sequence analysis indicated that the type strains of and shared 100% sequence similarity. Phylogenetic trees based on 16S rRNA gene sequences indicated that JCM 4387 was clustered together with CGMCC 4.

Quasi-Homogeneous Photocatalytic C─H Functionalization Enabled by Donor-Acceptor Microporous Polymer Aerogels Featuring Ultralong-Lived and Long-Range Excitons.

Simultaneous promotion of charge and mass transportation between catalytic centers and reactants is crucial for photocatalysis but remains a substantial challenge on account of the widespread use of homogeneous or heterogeneous photocatalysts that suffer from sluggish reactant-diffusion kinetics or interfacial electron-transport resistance, respectively. Herein, we demonstrate the construction of conjugated microporous polymer aerogels as available quasi-homogeneous photocatalysts by integrating structural designability, which allows for the incorporation of electron-acceptor building blocks featuring ultralong-lived excitons as high-concentration local catalytic centers, and hierarchically porous gel networks that wrap solvent and reactants to provide a "single" reaction phase without interfacial resistance. A total of 18 samples of C─H functionalization reactions underpinned by four different mechanisms were screened to showcase the general applicability of the obtained aerogel photocatalysts, which achieved remarkable conversion efficiencies, gram-scale productivities, and recyclability.

Synergistic catalysis of VN quantum dots and S/N heteroatoms enabling fast reaction kinetics for lithium-sulfur batteries.

This work reports an advanced sulfur host integrating VN quantum dots and S/N heteroatoms as dual catalytic sites for lithium-sulfur batteries, which can significantly facilitate the adsorption and conversion of soluble lithium polysulfides, thereby endowing lithium-sulfur batteries with high reversible specific capacity and excellent cycling stability.

Critical factors analysis of student-athletes learning training contradiction via AHP.

This study aims to develop a model that identifies the factors influencing the Learning Training Contradiction (LTC) among student-athletes. The goal is to provide a theoretical foundation for educators, administrators, and researchers to effectively address this issue. Initial indicators affecting LTC were identified from existing literature.

Screening of cellulose-degrading bacteria and its degradation and growth-promoting applications.

More than one billion tons of chaff waste are generated globally every year, but traditional recycling methods face the dual challenges of inefficiency and environmental risks, to solve this problem, this study innovatively achieves the dual functions of lignocellulosic synergistic degradation and plant promotion by constructing synthetic microbial communities. Firstly, a cellulose-degrading bacterium cmk-7 (Chromobacterium violaceum) was screened from soil based on Congo red staining method, and the maximum values of CMCase enzyme activity and FPase enzyme activity were 289.12 U/mL and 332.

Recent Advances in Improving the Alkaline Oxygen Reduction Performance of Atomically Dispersed Metal-Nitrogen-Carbon Catalysts.

Atomically dispersed metal-nitrogen-carbon (M-N-C) catalysts are regarded as ideal catalytic materials for the oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) under alkaline conditions. Compared with other ORR catalysts, M-N-C catalysts exhibit notable advantages, including low cost, high atomic utilization efficiency, and considerable catalytic potential. We provide a systematic review of recent research advances in enhancing the ORR performance of M-N-C catalysts, focusing on catalytic activity and stability.

Recent Advances in Hydrogel-Promoted Photoelectrochemical Sensors.

Photoelectrochemical (PEC) sensors have garnered increasing attention due to their high sensitivity, low background signal, and rapid response. The incorporation of hydrogels into PEC platforms has significantly expanded their analytical capabilities by introducing features such as biocompatibility, tunable porosity, antifouling behavior, and mechanical flexibility. This review systematically categorizes hydrogel materials into four main types-nucleic acid-based, synthetic polymer, natural polymer, and carbon-based-and summarizes their functional roles in PEC sensors, including structural support, responsive amplification, antifouling interface construction, flexible electrolyte integration, and visual signal output.

Amycolatopsis cyclosori sp. nov., isolated from the rhizosphere soil of Cyclosorus parasiticus.

A novel actinomycete strain, cg5, was isolated from the rhizosphere soil of Cyclosorus parasiticus, collected from Xiangtan City, Hunan province, China. Strain cg5 contained meso-diaminopimelic acid as a diagnostic amino acid. Whole-cell sugars of strain cg5 included arabinose, galactose, ribose, and rhamnose.

Robust Sustainable Interfacial Evaporators from Lignin for Wastewater Treatment.

Solar-driven interfacial evaporation technology has emerged as a promising solution for heavy metal-containing wastewater treatment, owing to its environmentally friendly and sustainable energy input advantages. However, the development of low-cost, high-efficiency photothermal agents with enhanced heavy-metal ion tolerance remains a significant challenge for advancing practical solar-powered wastewater treatment. Herein, we developed a series of metal-lignin composites, through a one-pot reaction involving lignin and heavy metal-contained wastewater, which demonstrated outstanding light-harvesting efficiency and photothermal conversion properties.

A leveling-shielding dual strategy enabling stable zinc anodes to exhibit ultra-low interfacial impedance.

Aqueous zinc-ion batteries have demonstrated great potential for large-scale energy storage, but still suffer from severe dendrites and corrosion problems. Uneven distributions of crystalline planes and passivation layers on the zinc anode are the key factors causing dendrites and corrosion. However, the synergistic construction of uniform crystal planes and shielding layers is still challenging.

Psychological richness can enhance innovative behavior of Chinese college students: the chain mediating role of cognitive flexibility and creative self-efficacy.

To investigate the relationship between psychological richness and innovative behavior among Chinese college students, as well as the roles of cognitive flexibility and creative self-efficacy in this relationship, this study employed the Psychologically Rich Life Questionnaire, Cognitive Flexibility Scale, Creative Self-Efficacy Scale, and Innovative Behavior Scale to survey 669 Chinese college students. The results show that: (1) Psychological richness positively predicts innovative behavior; (2) Cognitive flexibility and creative self-efficacy, respectively, play a partial mediating role between psychological richness and innovative behavior; (3) Cognitive flexibility and creative self-efficacy play a chain mediating role between psychological richness and innovative behavior. The findings enrich the research results in the field of innovative behavior among Chinese college students and provide enlightenment for the cultivation of innovative talents in Chinese higher education.

Recent advances of small-molecule Mcl-1 inhibitors or degraders as promising anti-cancer agents (2018-present).

The B-cell lymphoma protein 2 (Bcl-2) family functions as a tripartite switch for cell death, meticulously modulating the intrinsic apoptosis pathway in response to diverse cellular signaling stresses via protein-protein interactions. As a key and unique member, myeloid cell leukemia-1 (Mcl-1) is crucial for the regulation of mitochondrial function within the intrinsic apoptotic pathway. Mcl-1 is overexpressed in numerous hematological malignancies as well as solid tumors, closely associated to tumor development, unsatisfactory prognosis, and resistance to chemotherapy.

The study on the function of the receptor kinase BnFERONIA of Brassica napus in regulating salt tolerance and ABA tolerance.

CrRLK1L receptor kinases, particularly FERONIA (FER), play critical roles in plant stress adaptation and hormonal signaling, yet their functional characterization in economically vital crops like Brassica napus remains limited. Here, we identified 108 CrRLK1L family members through genome wide screening in B. napus and focused on BnFERONIA, a homolog evolutionarily conserved with FERONIA orthologs in Arabidopsis and related crucifers.

CdS-mediated electron dynamics in light-assisted anaerobic digestion: Simultaneous cadmium sequestration and methane enrichment by alkali pretreatment.

The pronounced enrichment of cadmium (Cd) in waste activated sludge (WAS) presents dual environmental challenges through its elevated leaching risks and inhibitory effects on subsequent anaerobic digestion (AD) processes, thereby hindering the safe and sustainable management of sludge. While cadmium sulfide (CdS) as a semiconductor has evidenced photostimulated AD enhancement capabilities, critical challenges persist in simultaneously stabilizing Cd into CdS and improving resource recovery within complex sludge matrices. This study introduces a novel strategy for managing Cd-containing waste activated sludge (WAS) by employing a light-assisted AD process following alkali pretreatment.

Numerical study on optimal geometric parameters of lining structures for roadway support using the artificial bee colony algorithm.

Lining structures are commonly used for roadway support in engineering practice; however, the method of determining the geometric parameters of lining structures should be properly addressed. On the one hand, the stability of roadways should be guaranteed, and on the other hand, the economy should also be considered. In this work, a numerical simulation is conducted with FLAC3D commercial software combined with the artificial bee colony algorithm, and the optimal geometric parameters of the lining structure are determined: the thickness of the bearing arc is 0.

Engineering single-layered poly(amidoamine) dendrimer microcapsules for enhanced cellular uptake.

Microcapsules are considered as one of the most promising drug carriers due to their exceptional characteristics. The cellular uptake of microcapsules is determined by physicochemical properties, yet comprehensive studies on thickness and shape effects are limited. In this study, we developed single-layered poly(amidoamine) (PAMAM) dendrimer microcapsules with tunable thicknesses and morphologies to systematically investigate their cellular internalization.

Comparative Wiener-Hopf analysis of the radar cross sections of two canonical, parallel-plate waveguide cavities with material loading.

This paper presents a review of the authors' research on the radar cross section (RCS) of two canonical waveguide cavities. A rigorous RCS analysis is carried out using the Wiener-Hopf technique for the two-dimensional cavities formed by a terminated, semi-infinite parallel-plate waveguide with three-layer material loading (cavity I) and a terminated, finite parallel-plate waveguide with three-layer material loading (cavity II). Both - and -polarizations are considered.

Advances and Application of Polyphenol Oxidase Immobilization Technology in Plants.

Polyphenol oxidase (PPO) is a metalloproteinase widely present in plant organelles that plays crucial roles in photosynthesis, pest and disease resistance, growth and development, and flower color formation. Due to the high cost and reuse difficulties of plant PPO in applications, immobilization has emerged as a key technology to improve its stability, recyclability, and reusability. Immobilized plant PPO has been widely used in environmental and detection fields.

Genetic Diversity and Population Structure of Tufted Deer () in Chongqing, China.

The tufted deer (), a Near-Threatened (NT) species endemic to China and Myanmar, requires robust genetic data for effective conservation. However, the genetic landscape of key populations, such as those in Chongqing, remains poorly understood. This study aimed to comprehensively evaluate the genetic diversity, population structure, gene flow, and demographic history of tufted deer across this critical region.

Enantioselective Alkoxycarbonyl-Lactonization of Alkenes via the Merger of Photoredox and Copper Catalysis.

The synthesis of ester derivatives represents one of the most significant and fundamental tasks in modern organic chemistry, and numerous methods have been developed in both academic and industrial contexts. Among these, alkoxycarbonyl radical-mediated functionalization strategies have emerged as a highly efficient and versatile tool for the synthesis of these compounds. Despite the significant advancements in recent years, the radical-induced enantioselective alkoxycarbonylation reaction remains largely unexplored.