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Yu-** Hung
Chemistry
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Open AccessTwo-dimensional metal–organic framework for post-synthetic immobilization of graphene quantum dots for photoluminescent sensing
Immobilization of graphene quantum dots (GQDs) on a solid support is crucial to prevent GQDs from aggregation in the form of solid powder and facilitate the separation and recycling of GQDs after use. Herein, ...
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Open AccessA practical synthesis of nitrone-derived C5a-functionalized isofagomines as protein stabilizers to treat Gaucher disease
Isofagomine (IFG) and its analogues possess promising glycosidase inhibitory activities. However, a flexible synthetic strategy toward both C5a-functionalized IFGs remains to be explored. Here we show a practi...
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Growth and Characterization of Fluorocarbon Thin Films from Low Pressure Tetrafluoromethane, Hexafluoroethane and Octafluorocyclobutane Plasmas
This study aims to explore the plasma polymerization reaction of fluorocarbon gases, with specific focus on three monomers: tetrafluoromethane, hexafluoroethane, and octafluorocyclobutane. Optical emission spe...
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Open AccessSize and charge effects of metal nanoclusters on antibacterial mechanisms
Nanomaterials, specifically metal nanoclusters (NCs), are gaining attention as a promising class of antibacterial agents. Metal NCs exhibit antibacterial properties due to their ultrasmall size, extensive surf...
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Ethyl (2S,4S)-1,4-Anhydro-3-Deoxypentitol-2-Carboxylate, a New Pentitol Analog from the Octocoral Paralemnalia thyrsoides
A chemical examination of the cultured octocoral Paralemnalia thyrsoides led to the isolation of a new pentitol analog, ethyl (2S,4S)-1,4-anhydro-3-deoxypentitol-2-carboxylate (1). The structure of 1 was establis...
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Using Melt Extraction Technique to Produce Polypropylene/TiO2-Coated Stainless Steel Wrapped Yarns and Functional Fabrics: Evaluations of UV Resistances and Electromagnetic Shielding
In this study, polypropylene (PP)/titanium dioxide (TiO2) woven fabrics are proposed and made using wrap**, yarn coating, and woven processes. First, stainless steel (SS) wrapped yarns are tested for tenacity t...
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Evaluation of egg white hydrolysates on the hepatoprotective effect in vitro and in vivo
The small molecule characteristics and nutritional value of egg white hydrolysates have been widely used. In the present study, in vitro and in vivo models were used to investigate the hepatoprotective effect ...
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Development of novel green methods for preparation of lead-free preserved pidan (duck egg)
Pidan, a pickled duck egg, is a traditional Chinese cuisine and generally produced by soaking in metal ion containing strong alkaline solution such as NaOH solution. However, nowadays consumers possess negativ...
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Adsorption and purification of biogas inside graphitic nanopores: molecular dynamics simulation approach
Biogas is one of the most common sources of biomass energy. Due to the associated environmental pollution and costs, desulfurization, and purification are the most important challenges of biogas power generati...
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Open AccessIron oxide@chlorophyll clustered nanoparticles eliminate bladder cancer by photodynamic immunotherapy-initiated ferroptosis and immunostimulation
The escape of bladder cancer from immunosurveillance causes monotherapy to exhibit poor efficacy; therefore, designing a multifunctional nanoparticle that boosts programmed cell death and immunoactivation has ...
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Open AccessPurification and biofabrication of 5-aminolevulinic acid for photodynamic therapy against pathogens and cancer cells
5-Aminolevulinic acid (5-ALA) is a non-proteinogenic amino acid which has involved in heme metabolism of organisms, and has been widely applied in agriculture, and medical fields nowadays. 5-ALA is used in the...
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Multi-walled Carbon Nanotubes/Polypropylene-based Coating Layer on the Composite Metal Filaments: Characteristic Evaluations and Radiation-shielded Fabric
In this study, polypropylene (PP) and multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) are used to coat stainless steel (SS) wrapped yarns, the product of which is then fabricated into conductive textiles. Afterwards, t...
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Polypropylene/Carbon Fiber Composite Layered Materials: Electromagnetic Interference Shielding Effect and Mechanical Performance
In this study, conductive polymer composites and conductive functional fabrics are combined to serve as electromagnetic shielding planks. Polypropylene (PP), carbon black (CB), and short carbon fibers (SCF) ar...
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Quinone Derivatives from the Soft Coral Sinularia scabra
One new quinone derivative, 1′,2′-epoxyflexibilisquinone (1), and one known quinone compound, flexibilisquinone (2), were isolated from the wild-type soft coral Sinularia scabra. The structures of both compounds
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Influence of Different Molecular Weights and Concentrations of Poly(glycidyl methacrylate) on Recycled Poly(ethylene terephthalate): A Thermal, Mechanical, and Rheological Study
Recycled poly(ethylene terephthalate) (r-PET) is a thermoplastic polyester. Repeated heat processing of r-PET may negatively affect physical properties due to thermal degradation. Therefore, to improve the phy...
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Preparation and comparison of Fe3O4@graphene oxide nanoclusters for analysis of glimepiride in urine by surface-assisted laser desorption/ionization time-of-flight mass spectrometry
Graphene oxide (GO) has the ability to absorb certain compounds, and it can be modified with functional groups for different purposes; for instance, iron oxide (IO) nanoparticles can be used to concentrate ana...
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Continuous Cell Separation Using Microfluidic-Based Cell Retention Device with Alternative Boosted Flow
The development of a continuous process for cell separation is growing rapidly due to the current trend of cost-effective manufacturing in biological industries. The continuous cell separation process has a si...
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Open AccessLipoplex-based targeted gene therapy for the suppression of tumours with VEGFR expression by producing anti-angiogenic molecules
The anti-angiogenic fusion protein RBDV-IgG1 Fc (RBDV), which comprises the receptor-binding domain of vascular endothelial growth factor-A (VEGF-A), has shown antitumour effects by reducing angiogenesis in vi...
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Preliminary evaluation of SEM/EDS technique for the determination of colloid diffusion coefficient in granite matrix
Colloids present high sorption for many solutes and are considered potential contaminant carriers in geological environments. Experimental quantitative data are required for an adequate description of colloid-...
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Copper-induced synthesis of palladium/copper popcorn nanoparticles as sensors for differential pulse voltammetric determination of dopamine
Popcorn nanoparticles (pop-NPs) consisting of a Pd/Cu alloy were synthesized using a seed-mediated growth method. The Cu and Pd atoms were co-deposited on a cubic Pd seed to reduce the energy of fault stacking...
