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Modulating the photodynamic modality of Au22 nanoclusters through surface conjugation of arginine for promoted healing of bacteria-infected wounds

Nanoscale, 2024, 16,20089-20099
DOI: 10.1039/D4NR03278K, Paper
Xinyue Dou, Sariah Saalah, Chel-Ken Chiam, Jianping Xie, Coswald Stephen Sipaut
An Au nanocluster (NC)-based photodynamic antibacterial is designed by conjugating arginine on the surface of Au22 NCs, achieving healing of bacteria-infected wounds via producing reactive oxygen species (ROS) and reactive nitrogen species (RNS).
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Low Volume Shrinkage Alkaline Degradable UV Nanoimprint Lithography Resists Based on Acrylic Anhydride

Nanoscale, 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4NR03291H, Paper
Chuan Zhe Zhao, Ya-Juan Cai, Yi-Xing Sun, Ya-Ge Wu, Kexiao Sang, Ting Yue, Zihao Yang, Jinggang Gai
The shrinkage phenomenon of UV-NIL resist during photocuring is still regarded as an important problem hindering the wide application of UV-NIL technology. We designed four degradable UV-NIL resists with low...
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Bifunctional electrocatalytic hybrid heterostructures for polysulfide anchoring/conversion for a stable lithium–sulfur battery

Nanoscale, 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4NR03190C, Paper
Sakthivel Kaliyaperumal, Karthik Kiran Sarigamala, Padmini Moorthy, Balaji Ramachandran, Narendhar Chandrasekar, Tim Albrecht
In situ phase engineering of transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs) based hybrid heterostructures with controlled sulfur vacancies offers a promising strategy for superior-performance lithium–sulfur (Li–S) batteries.
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Fibromodulin facilitates the osteogenic effect of Masquelet's induced membrane by inhibiting the TGF-β/SMAD signaling pathway

Biomater. Sci., 2024, 12,1898-1913
DOI: 10.1039/D3BM01665J, Paper
Kai Wang, Ming Zhou, Yuanshu Zhang, Yesheng Jin, Yuan Xue, Dong Mao, Yongjun Rui
Schematic illustration of the mechanism by which an IM promotes bone formation. FMOD secreted by the IM promotes osteogenesis of BMSCs and angiogenesis of HUVECs by inhibiting the TGF-β/SMAD signaling pathway, thus facilitating bone formation.
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Tissue-specific gelatin bioink as a rheology modifier for high printability and adjustable tissue properties

Biomater. Sci., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D3BM02111D, Paper
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Hohyeon Han, Minji Kim, Uijung Yong, Yeonggwon Jo, Yoo-mi Choi, Hye Jin Kim, Dong Gyu Hwang, Dayoon Kang, Jinah Jang
This study introduces gelatinized dECM, a tissue-specific rheological modifier, enabling high-resolution printing of flexible tissue constructs with enhanced resilience.
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Comparison study of surface-initiated hydrogel coatings with distinct side-chains for improving biocompatibility of polymeric heart valves

Biomater. Sci., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4BM00158C, Paper
Yiduo Chen, Yirong Guo, Xinyi Li, Yanchen Chen, Jiarong Wang, Honglin Qian, Jing Wang, Youxiang Wang, Xinyang Hu, Jian'an Wang, Jian Ji
Three surface-initiated hydrogel coatings (pMPC, pAMPS, pHEMA) are constructed on polymeric heart valves. The zwitterionic pMPC coating displays optimal performances, including durable anti-coagulation, anti-inflammation, and anti-calcification.
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Engineering sulfated polysaccharides and silk fibroin based injectable IPN hydrogels with stiffening and growth factor presentation abilities for cartilage tissue engineering

Biomater. Sci., 2024, 12,2067-2085
DOI: 10.1039/D3BM01466E, Paper
Akansha Dixit, Aman Mahajan, Rakshita Saxena, Saptomee Chakraborty, Dhirendra S. Katti
In this study, we combined the β-sheet mediated self-stiffening ability of silk with growth factor presenting ability of sulphated carboxymethyl cellulose in an injectable interpenetrating network hydrogel for repair of articular cartilage defects.
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The Glyphs continue to glitter! Nothing Phone (2a) review

The rebel kid on the block brings its latest innovation home




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Samsung Galaxy S24 review: Shiny, little star

The most compact Galaxy flagship charms in its own little ways




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Shiny, little star: Samsung Galaxy S24 review

The most compact Galaxy flagship charms in its own little ways




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HP Elitebook Ultra G1q review: Keeping it professional!

The premium laptop offers a rather charming corporate companion, with a few quirks




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484 companies included in Bloomberg’s gender equality index for 2023




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Waltair Division conducts mock drill at Simhachalam Railway Station Yard to assess emergency response capabilities and coordination




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Ballast water treatment facility at NIOT’s seafront site in Tirupati district inaugurated




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Noted poets Andesri, Khadar Mohiuddin selected for Lok Nayak Foundation literary award

Dr. Haranath Kolicherla chosen for Lifetime Achievement Award; Imani Deepa Venkat to get Seva Award




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Agency areas of ASR district in Andhra Pradesh shiver as mercury dips, fog reduces visibility

Several interior areas of Araku Valley, Paderu, Chintapalli, G Madugula, G.K Veedhi, Munchingputtu, Dumbriguda have been recording 11 to 15° Celsius minimum temperatures since the last few days






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Sriya Reddy Is Ready For Politics

Salaar Actor Sriya Reddy will be seen in the political thriller Thalaimai Seyalagam.




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Split Announced 'Without My Consent'

'After 18 years of shared history, I believe that such a significant matter should be handled with the grace, respect, and privacy that it deserves.'




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Der Diabetes mellitus auf grundlage zahlreicher beobachtungen / dargestellt von Dr. J. Seegen ...

Leipzig : T. O. Weigel, 1870.




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French politicians navigate evolving fashion rules

Women politicians in France have largely abandoned the neat designer outfits of the past in a bid to look less elitist




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Sobhita Dhulipala adds glitz to Qbik Hyderabad launch

Sobhita Dhulipala on her soft corner for Indian crafts and textiles and what dictates her partnership choices with fashion labels




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Keep my outfit out of it | Why Indian politicians prefer not to talk fashion

A fashion editor’s alter ego questions why there’s no documentation of the personal style statements of politicians — from Nirmala Sitharaman’s curated handlooms to Jyotiraditya Scindia’s Nepali cap




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This festive season, gifting is all about innovation, utility, and being thoughtful

With Navaratri having begun and Deepavali not too far away, people and brands are coming up with creative gifting ideas, and delving into all things handmade, customisable, and artistic



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Augmented reality and streetwear fashion join hands in Chennai

The global streetwear conversation is finding ways to percolate in Chennai, say the founders of Capsul and Biskit 




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Kochi khadi: Stiffer but with many possibilities

Designers from across the country share their One Zero Eight and khadi collaborative experience 



  • Life & Style

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Political Line | Inspector Praveen, inspired by The New York Times

The Delhi police FIR and NYT reporting on foreign influence operations share the same outlook




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The Israel model, and Indian realities | Political Line

Many in India view Israel as a model for its own security and progress. They have a lot to ponder.




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Political Line | Digital mohalla sabhas, and international relations

Diplomacy has been democratised. But there is a little trouble — the grand plans of strategic elites are increasingly constrained by public opinion, in India and all democracies, as the world stares into a new abyss.




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Political Line | The point of the temple




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Political Line | Faith and the nation




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Political Line | Glories of our past — two notions that shape our present




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Political Line | Unity and divisiveness: in the eye of the beholder




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Political Line | Keywords of 2024: Communalism, casteism, and constitutionalism




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Political Line | Kejriwal, out and about




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Political Line | Siddaramaiah’s failed romance and India’s undefined borders




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Asset-light approach: EV start-ups turn to micro-factories to cut costs, enhance flexibility

Micro-factories are closer to the market, require less capital investment, and are faster to set up




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Air quality during Diwali worse in North India compared to South India

Delhi’s average AQI rose from 295 (Oct 24-Oct 30) to 353 (Oct 31-Nov 6), Jaipur went from 196 to 243, and Patna jumped from 126 to 232




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Hyundai profits slip in Q2 & H1 on weak domestic demand, geopolitical tensions

Net profit skids 15.5 per cent to ₹1,375.5 crore in the September quarter; domestic sales drop 5.8% to 149,639 units in the quarter under review




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Jai Balaji Industries’ net profit down 24%, shares to split 1:5

The Board approved splitting of each equity share of face value of Rs 10 each into 5 equity shares of face value of Rs 2 each




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Govt warns of multiple iPhone, iPad vulnerabilities

CERT-In advised users to apply necessary software updates.



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Samsung to invest in smart manufacturing capability, research and development in India

We will continue our investment to bring the optimised and or smart factory to the Noida facilities, says Samsung Electronics President and Head of Mobile eXperience Business T M Roh



  • Mobiles & Tablets

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Swiggy IPO: Choice Equity Broking assigns ‘subscribe for long term’ despite profitability concerns 

Analysts view Swiggy’s diverse portfolio, encompassing food delivery, grocery services, and restaurant reservations, as a competitive advantage over rivals like Zomato.




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Swiggy IPO: SAMCO Securities alerts investors on profitability concerns

Swiggy confronts intense competition from Zomato in the food delivery sector, potentially impacting its market share and customer acquisition costs.




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Meet stresses early infertility management and diagnosis




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Adult literacy test conducted for 8,077 learners in Thoothukudi region




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Meta says it will expand production of mixed reality headsets in Vietnam

Meta PLatforms said it will expand investment in artificial intelligence innovation in Vietnam, inlcuding production of its latest mixed reality headsets from 2025




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Lava Agni 3 with secondary display running on MediaTek Dimensity 7300X launched: Prices, features, availability

The secondary display can be used for previewing selfies using the rear camera, calling, notifications, music control, steps, calorie tracker, recorder




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PlayStation Pulse Explore wireless earbuds and Pulse Elite wireless headset launched in India

PlayStation India new Pulse Explore wireless earbuds and Pulse Elite wireless headset will be available across online and offline stores