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Modulating the atomic local structure of ruthenium oxide for enhanced oxygen evolution reaction.
Tsinghua University PressResearchers have developed a high-vacuum annealing strategy to regulate the oxygen vacancy (Ov) concentration in RuO2, thereby enabling the precise modulation of the atomic coordination structures of RuO2. The optimized RuO2-x catalyst exhibits exceptional oxygen evolution reaction (OER) performance, attributed to the synergistic effects between the metallic Ru-Ru and Ru-O moieties.
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- Nano Research
Polyphenol functional self-assembled drug delivery systems: Mechanism, application, and future intelligent precision assembly mode
Tsinghua University PressWith the continuous development of drug delivery technology, natural polyphenol self-assembled drug delivery systems (DDS) have become a research focus due to their unique advantages. Polyphenols can not only serve as drugs themselves but also as components of self-assembled drug delivery systems, broadening their application in the field of drug delivery. This article reviews the mechanisms of interactions between polyphenols and between polyphenols and other molecules, and analyzes the process of constructing drug delivery systems with polyphenols. At the same time, it deeply explores the multiple functions of polyphenol self-assembled complexes in drug delivery, such as enhancing drug efficacy, achieving precise targeted delivery, and overcoming biological barriers, highlighting their great potential in enhancing drug efficacy and reducing side effects. In addition, several advanced characterization and preparation techniques are introduced and discussed, which will help to deeply understand and evaluate the structure and performance of polyphenol self-assembled delivery systems, promoting their further development. Finally, the challenges and future intelligent manufacturing strategies of polyphenol self-assembled complexes are summarized.
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Oxygen-vacancy-rich LFP materials: A leap towards rapid charging solutions for electric vehicles while retaining superior safety and longevity
Tsinghua University PressLithium iron phosphate (LiFePO₄, LFP) cathodes, with their exceptional thermal and chemical stability, have emerged as a cornerstone for next-generation battery technology. These attributes enable LFP batteries to deliver unparalleled safety and an extended lifespan, making them the preferred choice for both electric vehicles and energy storage applications. As the demand for reliable and durable power solutions grows, LFP batteries are poised to play a crucial role in shaping the future of sustainable energy.
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- Nano Research
Nanomedicine holds promise for improving treatment and prognosis in elderly cancer patients by targeting immunosenescence
Tsinghua University PressImmunosenescence, the age-related decline in immune function, significantly impacts the efficacy of immunotherapy in elderly cancer patients. A groundbreaking review published in Nano Research highlights how nanomedicine precisely target immunosenescence by remodeling the tumor microenvironment (TME), eliminating senescent cells, and mimicking immune cell functions, thereby reversing or ameliorating the aged TME to improve treatment and prognosis for elderly cancer patients. This interdisciplinary approach promises to overcome the limitations of current treatments and improve outcomes for older cancer patients.
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Synergistic biphasic engineering and dual-site high-entropy doping enable stable sodium storage in layered oxide cathodes
Tsinghua University PressRecently, Professor Shijian Zheng and Associate Professor Kaixiang Lei from Hebei University of Technology, in collaboration with Professor Lin Li and Dr. Xunzhu Zhou from Wenzhou University, published a research paper titled "Synergistic biphasic engineering and dual-site high-entropy doping enable stable sodium storage in layered oxide cathodes" in the journal Nano Research. In this study, a novel P2/O3 biphasic high-entropy oxide cathode material (Na0.88K0.02Ni0.24Li0.06Mg0.07Fe0.1Mn0.41Ti0.1Sn0.02O2, HEO) for sodium-ion batteries was successfully synthesized. By integrating biphasic engineering with a high-entropy strategy, this material effectively suppresses irreversible phase transitions, significantly enhances particle integrity and structural stability, and simultaneously improves the diffusion kinetics of Na⁺. Experimental results demonstrate that the cathode material maintains a high capacity retention of 82.68% after 1000 cycles, exhibiting its outstanding cycling stability.
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- Nano Research
Synergistic fluorine-nitrogen interfaces enabling stable high-voltage sulfide-based all-solid-state lithium metal batteries
Tsinghua University PressSulfide-based all-solid-state lithium metal batteries (ASSLMBs) are promising for high-energy-density and safe energy storage. But the poor compatibility of sulfide electrolytes with both high-voltage cathodes and lithium metal anodes hinders their practical application. Here, Professor Xie Jia's group from Huazhong University of Science and Technology discloses a fluorine-nitrogen synergistic interfacial engineering strategy by modifying Li5.5PS4.5Cl1.5 (LPSC) with lithium bis(trifluoromethanesulfonyl)imide (LiTFSI). The modified LPSC electrolyte shows a high ionic conductivity of 2.88 mS/cm. Moreover, LiTFSI induced dual-functional interphases, a fluorine-rich CEI (LiF/LixPOyFz) and a fluorine-nitrogen composite SEI (Li3N/LiF/LixPOyFz), contributing to high oxidation stability (LiNi0.8Co0.1Mn0.1O2//LiIn battery retains 107% capacity retention after 13000 cycles at 15 C) and excellent lithium dendrite inhibition ability (Li//Li: CCD 3.4 mA/cm2, stably cycling 2600 h at 0.5 mA/cm2). As a result, the LiNi0.8Co0.1Mn0.1O2//Li cell with modified electrolyte demonstrates 1000 stable cycles at a high cut-off voltage of 4.5 V and wide-temperature adaptability (-20~50 ℃). This work shows a facile and effective method for constructing long-life high-energy-density sulfide based ASSLMBs.
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- Nano Research
Islamophobia driven by nativism, not religion
Johannes Gutenberg Universitaet MainzA study by Professor Kai Arzheimer of the JGU Department of Political Science, published in Research & Politics, reveals a strong connection between anti-Muslim prejudice and nativism. It also points to a robust link between Islamophobia and right-wing authoritarian attitudes. By contrast, individual Christian religiosity shows virtually no connection to either of these tendencies – challenging the common assumption that religious belief fuels Islamophobia in Western Europe.
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- Research & Politics
The size and composition of our circle of friends and family influence how we perceive our own body
Universidad Carlos III de Madrid- Journal
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- ERC grant agreement
Mechanism-data dual-driven research framework for water conservation and carbon emission reduction
KeAi Communications Co., Ltd.This study proposes a mechanism-data dual-driven framework to address the challenge of balancing water conservation, carbon emission reduction, and aquatic ecosystem preservation in China's industrial sector at minimal cost. It involves developing hybrid models for water-use and treatment processes and establishing a superstructure optimization model. This model identifies the optimal pathway for simultaneous water saving and carbon mitigation, supporting cost-effective decisions for industrial park water network optimization. Case studies confirm the framework's effectiveness in balancing economic and environmental benefits.
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- Water & Ecology
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- key Program of National Natural Science Foundation of China