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Sequential Two-Step Reduction of High-Purity Nano Copper with Glucose and Ascorbic Acid for the Synthesis of Nano Silver-Coated Copper
Highly efficient conductors in electronic paste applications are in high demand due to their potential for enhancing working performance and reducing energy consumption across various applications. However, th...
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Internal Morphology Evolution of Mg Wire/Poly(Lactic Acid) Composites during Degradation Process Characterized by X-Ray Computed Tomography
The composite rod composed of magnesium alloy wire and poly(lactic acid) (Mg wire/PLA) was prepared by hot-pressed process. The internal morphology evolution of the composites during degradation was investigat...
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Soluble P-selectin levels in patients with obstructive sleep apnea: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) patients are at increased risk for cardiovascular disease, stroke, atherosclerosis, hypertension, and venous thromboembolism. Elevated soluble P-selectin (sP-selectin) levels are ...
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Open AccessRetraction Note: LncRNA miR503HG interacts with miR-31-5p through multiple ways to regulate cancer cell invasion and migration in ovarian cancer
This article has been retracted. Please see the Retraction Notice for more detail: https://doi.org/10.1186/s13048-020-00747-z
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Open AccessRETRACTED ARTICLE: LncRNA miR503HG interacts with miR-31-5p through multiple ways to regulate cancer cell invasion and migration in ovarian cancer
The role of lncRNA miR503HG has been investigated in several types of cancer, but its functions in ovarian cancer (OC) is unclear. Analysis of TCGA dataset revealed a 50-fold lower expression level of miR503HG...
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W2C/porous graphene nanocomposite as an efficient non-noble metal catalyst for hydrogen and oxygen recombination in nickel–iron battery
Nickel–iron battery is highly desirable for energy storage systems in rural/remote areas for its safety, low cost, long cycle life. But it cannot be sealed and maintenance-free due to the hydrogen evolution re...
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A flexible NASICON-type composite electrolyte for lithium-oxygen/air battery
Lithium-air/oxygen battery has raised widespread interest due to its extraordinary theoretical energy density (up to 3500 Wh kg−1). In this study, a flexible free-standing NASICON (Na-super ionic conductor)-type ...
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Open AccessUpregulation of MiR-205 transcriptionally suppresses SMAD4 and PTEN and contributes to human ovarian cancer progression
MicroRNAs (miRNAs) function as critical regulators of gene expression and their deregulation is associated with the development and progression of various cancers. This study aimed to investigate the biologica...
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Improved cycling performances with high sulfur loading enabled by pre-treating lithium anode
Lithium nitrate (LiNO3) is reported as an effective additive to protect lithium anode in rechargeable lithium-sulfur battery. However, for its strong oxidation, cells containing LiNO3 still suffer from safety pro...
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The investigation of water vapor on the Li–O2 battery using a solid-state air cathode
A lithium (Li)–oxygen (O2) battery based on an inorganic solid-state air cathode was fabricated, and the influence of water vapor (key component in the air) on the electrochemical behavior of the proposed Li–O2 b...
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Temperature characteristics of nonaqueous Li–O2 batteries
Discharge/charge characteristics of Li–O2 batteries at a test temperature of 343 K, using Super P carbon electrodes, have been explored in this paper based on ether-based electrolytes. Compared with ambient tempe...
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Solvent autoxidation, electrolyte decomposition, and performance deterioration of the aprotic Li-O2 battery
The electrolyte decomposition is widely recognized as the greatest challenge to the successful development of the aprotic Li-O2 battery. The decomposition of the organic ethers, which are the commonly used electr...
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Intermittent operation of the aprotic Li-O2 battery: the mass recovery process upon discharge interval
The intermittent operation of the aprotic Li-O2 battery is systematically studied in this paper. A combined study of the battery charge retention and the electrolyte stability to O2 suggests a low self-discharge ...
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Temperature dependence of charging characteristic of C-free Li2O2 cathode in Li-O2 battery
Charging characteristics of lithium–oxygen (Li-O2) batteries, using C-free lithium peroxide (Li2O2)-based electrodes, have been explored in this paper based on ether-based electrolytes. Charging overpotential can...
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LaF3 surface-modified LiCr0.05Mn1.95O4 cathode material with improved high-temperature performances for lithium-ion batteries
The LaF3 surface-modified LiCr0.05Mn1.95O4 samples were synthesized by co-precipitation method and characterized by high-angle annular dark field scanning transmission electron microscopy (HAADF-STEM) and energy-...
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Electrochemical performance of rare-earth doped LiMn2O4 spinel cathode materials for Li-ion rechargeable battery
Spinel powders of LiMn2−x RE x O4 (RE = La, Ce, Nd, Sm; 0 ≤ x ≤ 0.1) have been synthesized by solid-phase reaction. The structure and electrochemical properties o...