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Discrimination of Diptera order insects based on their saturated cuticular hydrocarbon content using a new microextraction procedure and chromatographic analysis

Anal. Methods, 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4AY00214H, Paper
Open Access
Lixy Olinda León-Morán, Marta Pastor-Belda, Pilar Viñas, Natalia Arroyo-Manzanares, María Dolores García, María Isabel Arnaldos, Natalia Campillo
The nature and proportions of hydrocarbons in the cuticle of insects is characteristic of the species and age. Chemical analysis of cuticular hydrocarbons allows species discrimination, which is of great...
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Dual-signal detection of tannin acid in red wines based on peroxidase activity carbon dots

Anal. Methods, 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4AY00526K, Paper
Bin Liu, Yu Yin, qianwen Li, wanwan Li, Fubing Xiao, Jinquan Liu, Yan Tan, Shengyuan Yang
Herein, a novel sort of phosphorus and iron-doped carbon dots (P,Fe-CDs) with outstanding peroxidase activity and excellent fluorescence performance was hydrothermally synthesized to colorimetrically and fluorimetrically detect tannic acid (TA)....
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Construction of coumarin-appended calix[4]arene-based fluorescence sensor for the detection of carbofuran in cabbage

Anal. Methods, 2024, 16,2400-2411
DOI: 10.1039/D4AY00030G, Paper
Heni Soni, Nidhi Verma, Divyesh Y. Chaudhari, Sahaj A. Gandhi, Alok Pandya, Pinkesh G. Sutariya
This study presents a novel approach for the detection of carbofuran (CBF) insecticide by exploring a calix[4]arene-derived fluorescence probe, CouC4S, functionalized with two coumarin-labelled at the narrow edge of the calix[4]arene platform.
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Fe3+-induced luminescence quenching in carbon dots – mechanism unveiled

Anal. Methods, 2024, 16,2349-2358
DOI: 10.1039/D3AY02202A, Paper
Varsha Raveendran P.T., Anjali C., Renuka Neeroli Kizhakayil
Luminescence quenching in carbon dots with an increase in Fe3+ concentration and the quantitative variation in luminescence intensity with added ferric ions.
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A reaction based carbazole–indolium conjugate probe for the selective detection of environmentally toxic ions

Anal. Methods, 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4AY00301B, Paper
Jayasudha Palanisamy, Mansour K. Gatasheh, Ashraf Atef Hatamleh
Carbazole–indolium based colorimetric probe was designed for detecting cyanide ions in various water samples. An outstanding response was shown by paper test strips prepared using the probe for the easy detection of cyanide in real time.
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Design and fabrication of La-based perovskites incorporated with functionalized carbon nanofibers for the electrochemical detection of roxarsone in water and food samples

Anal. Methods, 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4AY00264D, Paper
Mariya Antony John Felix, Santhiyagu Sahayaraj Rex Shanlee, Shen-Ming Chen, Sundaresan Ruspika, Ramachandran Balaji, Narendhar Chandrasekar, Periyanayagam Arockia Doss
Fabrication of potent electrocatalyst, La-based perovskites coupled with functionalized carbon nanofibers (LMO/f-CNF) for ultrasensitive electrochemical detection of roxarsone in edible and water samples.
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Α simplified lateral flow immunosensor for the assay of carcinoembryonic antigen in low-resource settings

Anal. Methods, 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4AY00381K, Paper
Open Access
Ioanna Tsogka, Electra Mermiga, Varvara Pagkali, Christos Kokkinos, Anastasios Economou
Carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) is a glycoprotein widely used as a tumor marker. In this work, a colorimetric lateral flow immunosensor is developed for rapid and low-cost quantification of CEA in...
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​Fair trade: On the 29th COP and India’s carbon market

India must develop a transparent carbon trade policy 




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Discovery of highly potent SARS-CoV-2 nsp14 methyltransferase inhibitors based on adenosine 5'-carboxamides

RSC Med. Chem., 2024, 15,3469-3476
DOI: 10.1039/D4MD00422A, Research Article
Open Access
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Hugo Kocek, Dominika Chalupská, Milan Dejmek, Alexandra Dvořáková, Michala Zgarbová, Michal Šála, Karel Chalupský, Petra Krafčíková, Tomáš Otava, Matúš Drexler, Eliška Procházková, Blanka Klepetářová, Milan Štefek, Ján Kozic, Helena Mertlíková-Kaiserová, Evzen Boura, Jan Weber, Radim Nencka
SARS-CoV-2 nsp14 methyltransferase inhibitors based on adenosine 5'-carboxamides.
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Discovery and optimisation of pyrazolo[1,5-a]pyrimidines as aryl hydrocarbon receptor antagonists

RSC Med. Chem., 2024, 15,3477-3484
DOI: 10.1039/D4MD00266K, Research Article
Raitis Bobrovs, Svetlana Terentjeva, Ninni Elise Olafsen, Zilvinas Dambrauskas, Antanas Gulbinas, Toivo Maimets, Indrek Teino, Aigars Jirgensons, Jason Matthews, Kristaps Jaudzems
The aryl hydrocarbon receptor (AHR) is a versatile ligand-dependent transcription factor involved in diverse biological processes, from metabolic adaptations to immune system regulation.
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Novel benzenesulfonamides containing a dual triazole moiety with selective carbonic anhydrase inhibition and anticancer activity

RSC Med. Chem., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4MD00617H, Research Article
Aida Buza, Cüneyt Türkeş, Mustafa Arslan, Yeliz Demir, Busra Dincer, Arleta Rifati Nixha, Şükrü Beydemir
In this research, a series of sulfonamides incorporating a 1,2,3-triazolyloxime substituted 1,2,3-triazolyl moiety was conceptualized, synthesized, and investigated as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors.
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Enhancing the antimycobacterial efficacy of pyridine-4-carbohydrazide: linkage to additional antimicrobial agents via oxocarboxylic acids

RSC Med. Chem., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4MD00663A, Research Article
Open Access
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Václav Pflégr, Klára Konečná, Jiřina Stolaříková, Jan Ősterreicher, Ondřej Janďourek, Martin Krátký
Linking pyridine-4-carbohydrazide to other antimicrobial agents via oxocarboxylic acids significantly enhances efficacy against mycobacteria with promising selectivity and safety profiles.
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Fishermen seek healthcare and cold storage facilities




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625: CarTalk, Ownership of A Book Apart, and URL Shorteners

Dave's putting together a platform for his presidential bid and workshops his policies, discussing vehicle options for a family in 2024, Chris and other authors get ownership of their A Book Apart books back, and the ramifications and reasoning behind Google killing a URL shortener.




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Chennai’s mega carbon footprint

Chennai emerges as India’s No. 1 greenhouse gas emitter in a study done among seven major cities. Poor city and building design is the main culprit.




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Carbon credits to boost incomes of Jharkhand village farmers 

The Birsa Harit Gram project serves as a potential model for agro-forestry, which is gaining ground because the buyers of carbon credits prefer — pay a premium — for credits based on Nature Based Solution, as opposed to offsetting projects like renewable energy or projects like carbon capture.




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Cargo companies upsize for new business

Booming demand for ecommerce delivery spurs freight handlers to open more centres, digitise for efficiency




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Indo National plans battery of home-care launches

The maker of Nippo batteries plans to innovate in its core business and get into LED bulbs




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Getting the gig economy to care for its backbone

Why startups in India cannot afford to take a hands-off approach towards the armies of gig workers they have created




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Making medicines at the point of patient care

UK readies law allowing preparation of medicines near hospital setting to reach patients safely, quickly




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Navigating the flood of healthcare information, with a little help from AI

A global survey maps how willing, and equipped clinicians are in using artificial intelligence to support their work 




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Two juveniles apprehended for dragging policemen on car’s bonnet 




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IIT Delhi’s annual Open House shows AI’s potential use in health care, tech




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Dealing with career dilemmas

Corporate honcho Shiv Shivakumar’s book sheds fresh light




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‘India has carved out its own path in foreign policy’

In his new book, former diplomat Vijay Keshav Gokhale throws fresh light on India-China relations since Independence




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Climate-resilient agriculture is prerequisite for sustainable development, says ICAR chief

Tobacco industry contributes ₹32,516 crore annually to national economy through exports and excise tax reviews and sustains employment for 45.7 million people, says Director General of ICAR




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ICAR team makes tool small enough to edit plant genomes

In a genome-editing landscape low on options for plants, the new tool has scientists enthused about its applications in agriculture




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Most top scientists at ICAR hired through lateral entry since 2007, bypassing reservation norms

Over 2,700 senior scientists, including HoDs, ADGs, DDGs, are hired through interviews only, sans reservations; those recruited through examinations seek ban on lateral entry, as it creates a “toxic” work culture, blocks advancement




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Centre announces 3 AI Centres of Excellence focused on healthcare, agri and sustainable cities

The Centres of Excellence will be led by top educational institutions, in consortium with industry partners and startups, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said




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After loss of one vision, carpenter overcomes odds to script a success story in farming

After Udayakumar, from Mahadevikadu, near Haripad, lost his vision in one eye 15 years ago, his career as a woodworker came to an abrupt end. He then turned to agriculture to find solace and success through determination and resilience.




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Demand for petrol cars hits Tiago




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Plastic is fantastic: Credit cards register highest growth in five years

Axis Bank leads charge, SBI narrows gap with ICICI, HDFC Bank on top; numbers inch up to 25m




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Sun Pharma to focus on skincare to boost OTC business




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Jaguar makes cars affordable in India to woo new buyers




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Carnatic vocalists pay homage to Muthuswamy Dikshithar




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Coimbatore car blast: NIA interrogates three accused of raising funds for operation

The NIA sleuths will interrogate them in custody till November 14, said a source privy to the investigation




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Carboxymethyl cellulose-stabilized calcium phosphate particles for injectable hydrogel-based bone tissue engineering

Soft Matter, 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4SM00670D, Paper
Piyaporn Srisura, Yuwaporn Pinyakit, Umphan Ngoensawat, Pongsakorn Yuntasiri, Khoiria Nur Atika Putri, Theerapat Chanamuangkon, Waranyoo Phoolcharoen, Varol Intasanta, Voravee P. Hoven
Carboxymethyl cellulose-stabilized calcium phosphate particles well-dispersed in aqueous solution can be integrated into an injectable hydrogel made of methacrylated hyaluronic acid which is a promising material for bone regeneration applications.
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Emulsifying mechanisms of phospholipids in high-pressure homogenization of perfluorocarbon nanoemulsions

Soft Matter, 2024, 20,8373-8384
DOI: 10.1039/D4SM00828F, Paper
Open Access
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Larissa J. Lubitz, Harden Rieger, Gero Leneweit
An optimized PFC/W emulsion contains 1 mM lipid per 1% (v/v) dispersed phase for an emulsifying monolayer; higher ratios result in triple layers. Low viscosity ratios ηD/ηC ≤ 5 and low PFC volume fractions lead to smaller monodisperse droplets.
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Revealing microscale bulk structures in polymer–carbon nanocomposites using spin-echo SANS

Soft Matter, 2024, 20,8663-8674
DOI: 10.1039/D4SM00578C, Paper
Open Access
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L. V. Tiihonen, M. P. Weir, A. J. Parnell, S. C. Boothroyd, D. W. Johnson, R. M. Dalgliesh, M. Bleuel, C. P. Duif, W. G. Bouwman, R. L. Thompson, K. S. Coleman, N. Clarke, W. A. Hamilton, A. L. Washington, S. R. Parnell
Spin-echo small-angle neutron scattering (SESANS) revealed structure in polymer–carbon nanocomposites over multiple length scales with unprecedented range (10 nm–16 μm). Data from two SESANS instruments and other methods were analysed with SasView.
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The man behind the ‘invisibility’ scarf

Saif Siddiqui on designing the ISHU scarf that’s got celebs going gaga over it




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Cut, carat and setting

Kajal Nair’s bespoke jewellery blends high design with rare gems for a worldwide clientèle




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Montblanc and Ferrari’s new pen is inspired by the carmaker’s iconic Daytona SP3

Montblanc has reimagined the limited edition fountain pen Montblanc Ferrari Stilema SP3 LE 599’s ink-filling mechanism behind a semi-translucent red blade



  • Life & Style

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Have your carbs and eat it too




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SBI Card Q2 Net Down 33% to ₹ 404 crore

Total revenue from operations up 8 per cent in Q2 to ₹ 4,421 crore



  • Money & Banking

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CARE Ratings assigns ‘AA’ rating to Karur Vysya Bank’s fixed deposits

The agency noted that KVB’s advances grew by 16 per cent year-on-year



  • Money & Banking

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Bevel Up - Drugs, Users and Outreach Nursing / directed by: Nettie Wild ; produced by: Fiona Gold, Juanita Maginley, Betsy Carson, Nettie Wild, Svend-Erik Eriksen, Rina Fraticelli ; production agencies: National Film Board of Canada (Montreal), British Co

Montreal : National Film Board of Canada, 2016




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The Drag / directed by: Carlos Marchiori ; produced by: Wolf Koenig, Robert Verrall ; production agency: National Film Board of Canada (Montreal)

Montreal : National Film Board of Canada, 2014




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The Sniffing Bear / directed by: Co Hoedeman ; produced by: Thérèse Descary ; production agency: National Film Board of Canada (Montreal)

Montreal : National Film Board of Canada, 2008




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Bevel Up : Chapter 3 - Linda / directed by: Nettie Wild ; produced by: Julie Huguet, André Picard ; production agencies: British Columbia Centre for Disease Control. Street Nurse Program (Vancouver), National Film Board of Canada (Montreal)

Montreal : National Film Board of Canada, 2019




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Bevel Up : Chapter 4 - Becky & Liz / directed by: Nettie Wild ; produced by: Julie Huguet, André Picard ; production agencies: British Columbia Centre for Disease Control. Street Nurse Program (Vancouver), National Film Board of Canada (Montreal)

Montreal : National Film Board of Canada, 2019