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Dilip Kumar’s take on Heathcliff

‘Arzoo’ consolidated the legendary actor’s image as the tormented lover




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The kinship of cricket lovers

Such is the unspoken bond between fans of the gentleman’s game that a helping hand is extended unconditionally




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Plant humanities: A discipline takes shape

The words buzz in my head: Plants, pollinators, medicinal cannibalism, history of transplanted trees and bodies... And I wish for educators to use this slant of thinking into their curriculum




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Prince Philip on how to ‘get on with it’

Gyles Brandreth’s biography is an anecdote-filled final portrait of the ever-practical duke




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Fluorescent probe to quantify lipid-derived electrophiles in edible oils

Analyst, 2024, 149,5255-5264
DOI: 10.1039/D4AN00780H, Paper
Lucille Kuster, Priscilia Diane Mamboundou, Asma Boushih, Yasmine Rassi, Alexandre Benoît, Samuel Parent-Vézina, Michel Lord-St-Vincent, Jean-Philippe Guillemette, Mathieu Frenette
Edible oils oxidize in air to form a variety of α,β-unsaturated carbonyl containing products collectively called ‘lipid-derived electrophiles’. A commercially available “turn-on” fluorescent probe 7-mercapto-4-methylcoumarin is used to quantify ‘electrophilic content’ in oil-containing foods.
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A lateral strip assay for ultrasensitive detection of glyphosate in soybeans and corn

Analyst, 2024, 149,5232-5242
DOI: 10.1039/D4AN00958D, Paper
Xuyang Ma, Liqiang Liu, Shanshan Song, Hua Kuang, Chuanlai Xu, Xinxin Xu
The determination of glyphosate in soybean (a) and corn (b) samples using a lateral strip assay.
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Automatic detection of fluorescent droplets for droplet digital PCR: a device capable of processing multiple microscope images

Analyst, 2024, 149,5213-5224
DOI: 10.1039/D4AN01028K, Paper
Kaihao Mao, Ye Tao, Wenshang Guo, Qisheng Yang, Meiying Zhao, Xiangyu Meng, Yinghao Zhang, Yukun Ren
An automated microscope image detection device (A-MMD) is designed to detect fluorescent droplets in droplet digital PCR images captured by multiple microscopes.
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Surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy with single cell manipulation by microfluidic dielectrophoresis

Analyst, 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4AN00983E, Paper
Kwanhwi Ko, Hajun Yoo, Sangheon Han, Won Seok Chang, Donghyun Kim
The combination of dielectrophoresis and surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy provides an effective method for analyzing the Raman characteristics and the dielectrophoretic behavior of polystyrene beads and U-87MG cells in a microfluidic environment.
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A simple spectrogram model for high-accuracy spectral calibration of VIPA spectrometers

Analyst, 2024, 149,5455-5462
DOI: 10.1039/D4AN00965G, Paper
Open Access
  This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence.
Hao Zhou, Weixiong Zhao, Weihua Cui, Bingxuan Lv, Bo Fang, Nana Yang, Guangfeng Xiang, Weijun Zhang, Lunhua Deng, Weidong Chen
A simple five-parameters spectrogram model for the VIPA spectrometer frequency calibration is developed, which has the advantages of high accuracy, simple setup and easy-to-solve.
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Designing a novel paper-based microfluidic disc for rapid and simultaneous determination of multiple nutrient salts in water

Analyst, 2024, 149,5563-5571
DOI: 10.1039/D4AN01127A, Paper
Zhentao Sun, Youquan Zhao, Yameng Liu, Chen Chen, Hao Chen
A paper-based microfluidic disc is used for the rapid determination of various nutrients in water.
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Acoustic levitation and manipulation of columns of droplets with integrated optical detection for parallelisation of reactions

Analyst, 2024, 149,5546-5554
DOI: 10.1039/D4AN01096E, Paper
Open Access
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Ruchi Gupta, Nicholas J. Goddard
In this work, acoustically levitated droplets serve as wells of microtitre plates and are acoustically manipulated to perform chemical and biological reactions in a non-contact fashion.
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Generation, manipulation, detection and biomedical applications of magnetic droplets in microfluidic chips

Analyst, 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4AN01175A, Minireview
Chenyang Xu, Huanhuan Shi, Zhongjian Tan, Yun Zheng, Weizheng Xu, Zhengxian Dan, Jiacong Liao, Zhiying Dai, Yali Zhao
This review discusses the formation and manipulation of magnetic droplets on microfluidic chips and classifies related detection techniques. Applications in biomedicine were reviewed. Future development of this emerging field is provided.
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The efficient triplet states formation of Se-modified PDI dimers and tetramers in solvents

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2024, 26,27325-27331
DOI: 10.1039/D4CP00954A, Paper
Feijun Huang, Wenli Su, Yubo Yang, Hang Wang, Zhishan Bo, Pengfei Jing, Wenkai Zhang
The Se-modified PDI oligomers experience triplet states formation in the solvents, but there are differences in the efficiency of triplet state generation due to variations in molecular structure.
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Participation of transition metal atoms in noncovalent bonds

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2024, 26,27382-27394
DOI: 10.1039/D4CP03716B, Paper
Steve Scheiner
All metals of the d-block are capable of forming σ and π-hole bonds to a nucleophile. Some of these bonds are typical of noncovalent bonds, but others are strong enough to be characterized as a covalent coordinate bond.
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First-principles study on the lithiation process of amorphous SiO anode for Li-ion batteries with Bayesian optimization

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2024, 26,27561-27566
DOI: 10.1039/D4CP02533D, Paper
Ryoya Shintaku, Tomoyuki Tamura, Shogo Nogami, Masayuki Karasuyama, Takakazu Hirose
Bayesian optimization allows theoretical investigation of the lithiation process of amorphous SiO anode materials for lithium (Li) ion batteries (LIBs).
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Optimization of preparation conditions and design of device configurations for Cu3AsS4 solar cells: a combined study of first-principles calculations and SCAPS-1D device simulations

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4CP03392B, Paper
Yi Huang, Changqing Lin, Yang Xue, Bingyuan Huang, Dan Huang
Former studies have investigated the band structure and optoelectronic properties of Cu3AsS4 and suggested that it is a promising photovoltaic (PV) absorber. However, its power conversion efficiency (PCE) from experiments...
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Effects of surface oxygen vacancy on CO2 adsorption and its activation towards C2H4 using metal (Cu, Pd, CuPd) cluster-loaded TiO2 catalysts: A first principles study

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4CP03507K, Paper
Sajjad Hussain, Lina Zhang, Zhengzheng Xie, Jianjun Yang, Qiuye Li
The conversion of the highly selective CO2 reduction reaction (CO2RR) into desired value-added multicarbon compounds, like C2H4, is crucial, but it is mainly constrained by high energy barrier for C-C...
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First-principles study on stability, electronic and optical properties of 2D SbXY (X=Se/Te, Y=I/Br)Janus layers

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4CP04077E, Paper
Anjana E Sudheer , Amrendra Kumar, Tejaswini G, Muthu Vallinayagam, Matthias Posselt, Matthias Zschornak, Chinnathambi Kamal, D. Murali
Motivated by the exceptional optoelectronic properties of 2D Janus layers (JLs), we explore the properties of group Va antimony-based JLs SbXY (X=Se/Te, Y=I/Br). From the Bader charges, the elec-tric dipole...
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Lattice thermal conductivity reduction in Ca3AlSb3 and Ca5Al2Sb6 by manipulating the covalent tetrahedral chain

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4CP03574G, Paper
Chi Zhang, Wenya Zhai, Jingyu Li, Jianbo Zhu, Zengfu Ou, Lanwei Li, Peng-Fei Liu, Xiaobing Liu, Yuli Yan, Yongsheng Zhang
Exploring the origins of low thermal conductivity in Ca–Al–Sb compounds reveals structural interactions that enhance phonon scattering. Strategies involve substituting heavier atoms to disrupt covalent chains, thereby reducing thermal conductivity.
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Theoretical Insights into the Vibrational Spectra and Chemical Bonding of Ln(III) Complexes with a Tripodal N4O3 Ligand Along the Lanthanide Series

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4CP03677H, Paper
Francielle C Machado, Mateus M Quintano, Carlos Vital dos Santos Junior, Albano Carneiro Neto, Elfi Kraka, Ricardo Luiz Longo, Renaldo Tenorio Moura Jr.
{This study provides new theoretical insights into the vibrational spectra of Ln(III) complexes, along the lanthanide series by utilizing the LModeAGen protocol and integrating cutting-edge topological ideas. It provides a...
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Intermolecular Hydrogen Bonding Delineates Stability of Non-canonical Adenine Base Pairs: A First-Principles Study

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4CP02875A, Paper
Nicholas Adu-Effah, Nabanita Saikia
Non-canonical nucleobase pairs differ from canonical Watson-Crick (WC) pairs in their hydrogen bonding patterns. This study uses density functional theory with empirical dispersion correction to examine the stability and electronic...
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Deciphering the spectroscopic and thermodynamic aspects of binding of biologically important antioxidants with the alkali induced state of human serum albumin

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4CP03636K, Paper
Anjali Maheshwari, Nand Kishore
Protein–ligand interactions are crucial for developing and identifying novel therapeutic targets.
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Deciphering nonlinear optical properties in functionalized hexaphyrins via explainable machine learning

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4CP03303E, Paper
Eline Desmedt, Michiel Jacobs, Mercedes Alonso, Freija De Vleeschouwer
The NLO response of hexaphyrins is traced back to its driving forces using kernel ridge regression and explainable machine learning. Orbital and charge-transfer based features play a key role, as opposed to aromaticity and geometrical descriptors.
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‘A Song From Where I Live’: Visual narrative dipped in nostalgia

Architects and authors Smrithi Devakumar and Anusha Veluswamy on ‘A Song From Where I Live’ and their idea of picture books for all ages




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Riyadh Season 2024: As part of cultural diplomacy, Saudi Arabia celebrates Indian diversity in mega tourism event

The Indian diaspora in Saudi Arabia has grown over the years and with 2.4 million expat workers it has the second largest number of foreign workers in Saudi Arabia



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Old Mahabalipuram Road, a late-night food haven for the young and old




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Festive decor trends highlight contemporary aesthetics and craftsmanship

Curating a home today goes beyond conventional decor. It is about telling a story through accents, blending nostalgia with contemporary aesthetics, and celebrating craftsmanship



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How Studio Saar’s The Third Space in Udaipur spotlights the power of community 

Drawing from Udaipur’s traditional havelis, The Third Space in Udaipur aims at being a space for locals to engage in a range of workshops and activities



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Ownership based on a Will

Your property-related legal queries answered by S.C. RAGHURAM, Partner, RANK Associates, a Chennai-based law firm




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Ownership of parking space

Your property-related legal queries answered by S.C. RAGHURAM, Partner, RANK Associates, a Chennai-based law firm




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The beat that skips the heart




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The Importance of Title Tags: Tips and Tricks to Optimize for SEO

When it comes to on-page SEO, there’s one element that plays a pivotal role in both search engine rankings and user engagement: the HTML title tag. Often overlooked, this small but mighty piece of code can have a significant impact on how your website is perceived by search engines like Google and by potential visitors browsing the search engine results pages.




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Theoretical and computational methods for tip- and surface-enhanced Raman scattering

Chem. Soc. Rev., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D3CS01070H, Review Article
Sai Duan, Guangjun Tian, Yi Luo
The effective field Hamiltonian can rigorously treat the quantum interactions between all components of localized optical fields and molecules, which predicts the breakdown of diverse selection rules and extends the application of optical techniques.
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Mitochondria-targeted BODIPY dyes for small molecule recognition, bio-imaging and photodynamic therapy

Chem. Soc. Rev., 2024, 53,3976-4019
DOI: 10.1039/D3CS00456B, Review Article
Sisi Wang, Lizhi Gai, Yuncong Chen, Xiaobo Ji, Hua Lu, Zijian Guo
This review focuses on the design strategy, spectroscopic characteristics, and functionalization of mitochondrion-targeted BODIPY dyes, providing an overview of these dyes for mitochondrion-targeted bioimaging and photodynamic therapy.
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Daily Quiz | On history of the World Championships 

With the 75th edition of Formula 1 World Championship going to commence from February 29 in Bahrain, here’s a quiz on the history of the World Championships held so far




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Motorsport FMSCI | Triple delight for Jaden and Abhay




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SOUTH INDIA RALLY CH’IPS | Wadia zooms to overall title




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Bagnaia capitalises on Martin crash in Germany to take championship lead




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MOTORSPORTS | Young Indian racers excited for Formula 4 Indian championship




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A humdinger looms in the three-day Indian National Motorcycle Racing Championship

The contenders across all categories are closely bunched as the fourth round of the INMRC gets under way on September 6




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Indian National Motorcycle Racing Championship | Chiranth Vishwanath secures two pole positions




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National Motorcycle Racing Championship set for grand climax at MIC

Over 100 entrants, representing 19 teams, will vie for top honours across 19 races at MRF MMSC FMSCI Indian National Motorcycle Racing Championship in Chennai on October 4




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Odisha government extends hockey sponsorship till 2036




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Paris Olympics 2024: I watch clips of my goals to boost confidence ahead of debut, says Sukhjeet Singh

Sukhjeet Singh is one of the five debutants — Sanjay, Abhishek, Rajkumar Pal, and Jarmanpreet Singh — who have joined the 11 members of Tokyo Olympic bronze medalist team for the Paris Games.




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India vs Great Britain quarterfinal: Sreejesh was God of hockey today, says Dilip Tirkey

Dilip Tirkey, who was present at the stadium to witness the match, praised the Indian team for defending well after Amit Rohidas’ expulsion owing to a foul early in the second quarter.




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Motivated India eye German scalp to script another historic chapter in Olympic men's hockey

India won last of their eight Olympic gold medals way back in the 1980 Moscow Games. Paris provides them a great opportunity to make history.




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Paris Olympics: Bronze medal is important for better future of Indian hockey, says Dilip Tirkey

For its rich history and the folklore stuff Indian hockey has provided for 96 years in the Olympics, it is not surprising when the countrymen react emotionally to an Olympic high.




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Sreejesh withdraws from the HIL player auction to focus on coaching and mentorship instead

In an exclusive interaction with The Hindu, Sreejesh confirms that he had written to Hockey India indicating his desire to step away from the field and groom the next generation of players.