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Current status of controlled onco-therapies based on metal organic frameworks

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,12817-12828
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA00375F, Review Article
Open Access
Yixuan Yang, Xiaofeng Dai
Most MOFs for controllable cancer treatment act as drug delivery vehicle and/or anti-cancer agent. Molecules with anti-cancer roles such as chemotherapies, gases, peptides or nucleic acids can be loaded into MOFs that decompose in cancer cells or in the TME to release its cargoes.
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Formation of H-bonding networks in the solid state structure of a trinuclear cobalt(III/II/III) complex with N2O2 donor Schiff base ligand and glutaric acid as bridging co-ligand: synthesis, structure and DFT study

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,13200-13208
DOI: 10.1039/D3RA07697K, Paper
Open Access
Sovana Maity, Sudip Bhunia, Michael G. B. Drew, Rosa M. Gomila, Antonio Frontera, Shouvik Chattopadhyay
Formation of hydrogen bonding network in a trinuclear linear mixed-valence centrosymmetric cobalt(III)–cobalt(II)–cobalt(III) complex has been analyzed using DFT calculations.
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Unexpected reversal of reactivity in organic functionalities when immobilized together in a metal–organic framework (MOF)

Mol. Syst. Des. Eng., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D3ME00185G, Communication
Pricilla Matseketsa, Donovan Mafukidze, Lahiru Pothupitiya, Udo P. Otuonye, Yasemin Çimen Mutlu, Boris B. Averkiev, Tendai Gadzikwa
The reactivity of hydroxyl-bearing MOF linkers with isocyanates is influenced by their mutual confinement with amine-bearing linkers within the pores of the framework.
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Application of automated network generation for retrosynthetic planning of potential corrosion inhibitors

Mol. Syst. Des. Eng., 2024, 9,352-371
DOI: 10.1039/D3ME00162H, Paper
Lauren M. Lopez, Quan Zhang, Orion Dollar, Jim Pfaendtner, Brent H. Shanks, Linda J. Broadbelt
This work uses automated network generation, specifically the Python-based tool Pickaxe, for retrosynthetic planning towards making potential corrosion inhibitors from a pool of candidate bioprivileged molecules.
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Rural report card: Worker population ratio




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It works when women speak in unison

How an anganwadi centre came up in Chittorgarh’s Arania village




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Working with pride, not prejudice

A recent job fair for the LGBTI community attracted people from cities and small towns




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Apple orchards await workers

Amidst Covid-19, migrant labour holds the key to bountiful picking in Himachal Pradesh




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When work does wonders

The scenic MNREGA Park in Himachal Pradesh is testimony to labour that is creative and fruitful




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Four-Day Work Week

At Bocoup we shifted to a four-day work week at the start of 2023, and so far we’re loving it. We wanted to share the history of the labor movement that got us here, and how we’ve adjusted as a company to our new 32-hour weeks. The roots of the modern 40-hour work week can […]




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Acid-labile and non-degradable cross-linked star polymer model networks by aqueous polymerization for in situ encapsulation and release

Polym. Chem., 2024, 15,4454-4464
DOI: 10.1039/D3PY00677H, Paper
Open Access
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Gavin Irvine, Stuart Herron, Daniel W. Lester, Efrosyni Themistou
Aqueous RAFT polymerization for the preparation of degradable and non-degradable cross-linked star polymer model networks, in situ dye encapsulation and release.
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Constructing self-healing flexible supercapacitors via graphene oxide synergistic multi-network polymer-supramolecular hydrogel electrolyte

Polym. Chem., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4PY00809J, Paper
Xiaoyan Li, Xiuting Shi, Anbai Li, Mengmeng Xun, Shuzhen Cui, Kanjun Sun, Hui Peng, Guofu Ma, Yuxi Xu
Hydrogels are increasing interest and have great potential as electrolytes for flexible supercapacitors (FSCs) in wearable and portable electronic devices. However, the hydrogel electrolytes for practical applications are hampered by...
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Reducing Agent Triggered Templated Synthesis of Dynamic Covalent Poly(disulfide)s Nanonetwork: Remarkable Tuning in Noncovalent Encapsulation Stabilities and Cargo Release

Polym. Chem., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4PY01109K, Paper
Arun Mondal, S. K. Sujauddin, Dhiman Mondal, Soumya Kolay, Shuvajyoti Sarkar, Mijanur Rahaman Molla
Here, we demonstrated a new methodology for the templated synthesis of cross-linked poly(disulfide)s based dynamic covalent nanonetwork as highly stable potential delivery vehicle in the field of chemotherapeutic applications. The...
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Single-ion quasi-solid-state electrolytes based on sulfonimide-functionalized covalent organic framework

Polym. Chem., 2024, 15,4529-4541
DOI: 10.1039/D4PY00352G, Paper
Haomin Wu, Wencan Ma, Xin Huang, Yifeng Cai, Junheng Li, Qiaobo Liao, Kai Xi, Qiuhong Zhang, Xudong Jia
The COF based SIQSSEs with a high ionic conductivity of 4.3 × 10−4 S cm−1, a high LTN of 0.90. A high initial capacity (150.3 mA h g−1), high retention (99% after 100 cycles), good cycling stability and rate performance in Li/LFP battery test.
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Polymer chemistry informed neural networks (PCINNs) for data-driven modelling of polymerization processes

Polym. Chem., 2024, 15,4580-4590
DOI: 10.1039/D4PY00995A, Paper
Nicholas Ballard, Jon Larrañaga, Kiarash Farajzadehahary, José M. Asua
A method for training neural networks to predict the outcome of polymerization processes is described that incorporates fundamental chemical knowledge. This permits generation of data-driven predictive models with limited datasets.
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Metal–organic frameworks: potential synergies with cold atmospheric plasmas for cancer control

J. Mater. Chem. B, 2024, 12,10770-10785
DOI: 10.1039/D4TB00968A, Review Article
Xiaofeng Dai, Yixuan Yang
MOFs can act as cargo-carriers, nano-enzymes, and magnetic MOFs. CAPs, interacting with cell receptors to generate primary and secondary 1O2, may synergize with MOFs for oncotherapy via acting as cargos, substrates, and magnetic sensing agents.
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Improving the sulfite-detection performance of a fluorescent probe via post-synthetic modification with a metal–organic framework

J. Mater. Chem. B, 2024, 12,11251-11258
DOI: 10.1039/D4TB01754D, Paper
Jing-Yi Shi, Bin Wang, Xin-Yue Cui, Xiao-Wei Hu, Hai-Liang Zhu, Yu-Shun Yang
In this work, a post-synthetic modification strategy was attempted to improve the performance of the probe for sulfite detection.
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Teriya Magar wins Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa; says 'hard work paid off'

'Lifting this trophy makes me feel like I have achieved that the dream that I had when I began my Jhalak journey.' Teriya Magar wins Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 9.




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'We should not waste life on something if it doesn't work out'

'The role in Warris is challenging because I have to leave my femininity aside. I have to be snappy like a boy. I worked on my body language and voice modulation. Being a guy is maintenance-free. I let my eyebrows grow and didn't have to bleach or do a facial.' Meet Warris actor Farnaz Shetty.




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Sonakshi: 'Sexual harassment at work is neglected'

'Women are ashamed of the repercussions that will come when they speak about it.''Women also feel they will be blamed for whatever has happened to them.''Unless women support each other and stand by each other, that will not change.' Sonakshi Sinha speaks out.





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Bigg Boss 16: Will Tina's 'Shalin Strategy' Work?

Ten weeks into the show Tina's circle has reduced to just one friend, Shalin Bhanot, and it's pretty evident that she's just using him for the game.




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Three apps to transform your pictures into artworks




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Find meaning in work

Can all kinds of occupations be rewarding? How does our approach to what we do matter?




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Happiness at work is more than the sum of its parts

Interventions for promoting happiness at the workplace must start with a paradigm shift




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Working with known devils vs unknown angels

Unlike relationships with friends and families, our work relationships are not unconditional




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Making all at work feel wanted and valued

When every member of the support function in a company is recognised and respected, it becomes a visible indicator of the culture and happiness quotient of an organisation




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An improved cancer diagnosis algorithm for protein mass spectrometry based on PCA and a one-dimensional neural network combining ResNet and SENet

Analyst, 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4AN00784K, Paper
Liang Ma, Wenqing Gao, Xiangyang Hu, Dongdong Zhou, Chenlu Wang, Jiancheng Yu, Keqi Tang
An improved cancer diagnosis algorithm for protein mass spectrometry based on PCA and 1D neural network combining ResNet and SENet is proposed and successfully applied to the diagnosis of ovarian cancer with high accuracy and strong fitting ability.
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An in-depth investigation of lead-free KGeCl3 perovskite solar cells employing optoelectronic, thermomechanical, and photovoltaic properties: DFT and SCAPS-1D frameworks

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2024, 26,27704-27734
DOI: 10.1039/D4CP02974G, Paper
Md. Tarekuzzaman, Mohammad Hasin Ishraq, Md. Shahazan Parves, M. A. Rayhan, Sohail Ahmad, Md. Rasheduzzaman, K A Al Mamun, M. Moazzam Hossen, Md. Zahid Hasan
Crystal structure of KGeCl3 and the design configuration of the KGeCl3-based PSC.
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Machine-learning-accelerated structure prediction of PtSnO nanoclusters under working conditions

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2024, 26,27624-27632
DOI: 10.1039/D4CP03769C, Paper
Fanke Zeng, Wanglai Cen
Credible property calculations based on the structure prediction of multi-component catalyst clusters under working conditions via a machine-learning-accelerated genetic algorithm and ab initio thermodynamics approach.
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Hydrogen bond network structures of protonated 2,2,2-trifluoroethanol/ethanol mixed clusters probed by infrared spectroscopy combined with a deep-learning structure sampling approach: the origin of the linear type network preference in protonated fluoroal

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2024, 26,27751-27762
DOI: 10.1039/D4CP03534H, Paper
Po-Jen Hsu, Atsuya Mizuide, Jer-Lai Kuo, Asuka Fujii
Infrared spectroscopy combined with a deep-learning structure sampling approach reveals the origin of the unusual structure preference in protonated fluorinated alcohol clusters.
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A hydrogen passivation strategy for the electrocatalytic chlorine evolution reaction on metal–organic frameworks: a theoretical insight

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4CP03153A, Paper
Jiake Fan, Lei Yang, Hui Li, Zijian Sun, Mengyun Mei, Weihua Zhu
The chlorine evolution reaction (CER) is a crucial solution for treating chlorine-containing wastewater, a type of wastewater generated during the chemical production process.
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Identifying Winner-Takes-All Emergence in Random Nanowire Networks: an Inverse Problem

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4CP03242J, Paper
Fábio Rangel Duarte, shardul mukim, Mauro Ferreira, Claudia Gomes da Rocha
Random nanowire networks (NWNs) are interconnects that enable the integration of nanoscopic building blocks (the nanowires) in a disorganized fashion, enabling the study of complex emergent phenomena in nanomaterials and...
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Thermally activated structural phase transitions and processes in metal–organic frameworks

Chem. Soc. Rev., 2024, 53,3606-3629
DOI: 10.1039/D3CS01105D, Review Article
Open Access
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Celia Castillo-Blas, Ashleigh M. Chester, David A. Keen, Thomas D. Bennett
The structural knowledge of metal–organic frameworks is crucial for understanding and developing new efficient materials for industrial implementation.
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Peptide hydrogen-bonded organic frameworks

Chem. Soc. Rev., 2024, 53,3640-3655
DOI: 10.1039/D3CS00648D, Tutorial Review
Open Access
Thangavel Vijayakanth, Sneha Dasgupta, Pragati Ganatra, Sigal Rencus-Lazar, Aamod V. Desai, Shyamapada Nandi, Rahul Jain, Santu Bera, Andy I. Nguyen, Ehud Gazit, Rajkumar Misra
This tutorial review discusses the design principles, implications, and future challenges associated with peptide-based hydrogen-bonded porous frameworks (P-HPFs).
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Paris Olympics 2024: This opportunity motivates me to work..., says Sanjay ahead of debut

India will commence their Paris 2024 Olympics campaign on July 27, when they take on New Zealand in their first pool B match




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India vs Great Britain Olympics quarterfinal: Everyone gathered around and worked on the tactics, says Craig Fulton

“Sreejesh is a legend, he is one of the best we have. He is saving us from day one. But when you ask him, he will say it was a team effort, so team first, then individuals,” said Harmanpreet.




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How startups are expanding the EV charging network

With generous funding, a host of newbie companies are revving up the expansion of the country’s EV charging network




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Hydrazone-linked Covalent Organic Frameworks for Fluorescence Detection of Hg2+

Chem. Commun., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4CC05468G, Communication
Xuefeng Wang, Zhaowei Yang, Lingsuo Meng, Xuehui Li, Hongtao Wei, Jing Ning, Shitao Wang, Dapeng Cao, Long Hao
A hydrazone-linked COF (DvDf-C3XJ-COF) with hydrogen-bond reinforcement and abundant coordination sites was synthesized, exhibiting strong fluorescence and high sensitivity/selectivity for Hg²⁺ detection, with a detection limit of 1.65 × 10⁻⁶...
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Zirconium metal–organic framework photocatalysis with TEMPO for blue light-powered aerobic sulfoxidation

Chem. Commun., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4CC05173D, Communication
Bing Zeng, Yuexin Wang, Kanghui Xiong, Keke Zhang, Siyu Zhang, Xianjun Lang
A catalytic amount of TEMPO, mobile in the reaction medium, enhances the hole transfer of NU-1003 photocatalysis for blue light-powered oxidation of organic sulfides with O2.
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Ion induced ultra-tough single-network ionogel

Chem. Commun., 2024, 60,13388-13391
DOI: 10.1039/D4CC04732J, Communication
Zhenchuan Yu, Biaolong Ma, Jiqiang Wang
A strategy to fabricate ultra-tough ionogels by ionic induction is proposed, which provides a simple and general method for tuning ionogel properties.
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Functional metal–organic frameworks derived electrode materials for electrochemical energy storage: a review

Chem. Commun., 2024, 60,13292-13313
DOI: 10.1039/D4CC04086D, Highlight
Basree, Arif Ali, Khusboo Kumari, Musheer Ahmad, Ganesh Chandra Nayak
Pristine MOFs and their derivatives have been proven for supercapacitor as well as energy storage due to their versatile features like huge specific surface area, high porosity, redox active metal centre, high thermal stability, and so on.
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Enhancing the performance of ionic conductivity for solid-state electrolytes: an effective strategy of injecting lithium ions within anionic metal–organic frameworks

Chem. Commun., 2024, 60,13416-13419
DOI: 10.1039/D4CC04515G, Communication
Lu Shi, Xin Wang, Zhiliang Liu
An ionotropic MOF (Li+[Cu-BTC]) with lithium ions in the pores of the lattice was synthesized, which displays outstanding lithium ionic conducting properties over a wide temperature range.
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A liquid-infiltrated Al2O3 framework electrolyte enables aqueous zinc batteries

Chem. Commun., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4CC04928D, Communication
Open Access
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Rongyu Deng, Yi Yuan, Zixuan Li, Feixiang Wu, Alex W Robertson
Aqueous zinc-ion battery anodes face the twin challenges of dendrite growth and severe side reactions. Here a liquid-infiltrated Al2O3 framework electrolyte (LIAFE) is developed to address these issues and enables...
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Networking over dinner

A small Facebook group, launched in 2015 by four gourmands, has grown into a vibrant community of over 1,67,000 people, all passionate about food




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Enhanced glucose-responsivity of PBA–diol hydrogel networks by reducing crosslink affinity

Mol. Syst. Des. Eng., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4ME00106K, Paper
Open Access
Sijie Xian, Yuanhui Xiang, Svenja Deichmann, Matthew J. Webber
New diol chemistries are explored for insulin delivery from glucose-responsive hydrogels comprised of dynamic-covalent crosslinking interactions between phenylboronic acids and diols.
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Self-supervised graph neural networks for polymer property prediction

Mol. Syst. Des. Eng., 2024, 9,1130-1143
DOI: 10.1039/D4ME00088A, Paper
Open Access
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Qinghe Gao, Tammo Dukker, Artur M. Schweidtmann, Jana M. Weber
Self-supervised learning for polymer property prediction in scarce data domains.
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Catalytic Ethynylation of Formaldehyde for Selective Propargyl Alcohol Production Using the Copper Metal Organic Framework HKUST-1

New J. Chem., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D3NJ06001B, Paper
Wanxi Yang, Wencai Peng, Han Li, Jin Mao, Liqiang Qian, Qingyu Zhang
HKUST-1 with high crystallinity has been successfully synthesized by solvothermal method using Cu(NO3)2·3H2O as a copper source, 1,3,5-benzenetricarboxylic acid as organic ligand, and N,N-dimethylformamide as solvent. HKUST-1 exhibited a typical...
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