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Quadrupolar dinuclear hypervalent tin(IV) compounds with near-infrared emission consisting of Schiff bases based on π-conjugated scaffolds

Chem. Sci., 2024, 15,17950-17961
DOI: 10.1039/D4SC05006A, Edge Article
Open Access
Kazuya Tanimura, Kento Tanaka, Masayuki Gon, Kazuo Tanaka
The study focuses on dinuclear hypervalent tin(IV) compounds with near-infrared (NIR) emission and unique quadrupolar orientations, showing potential for constructing electronic structures with narrow energy gaps.
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Enhanced efficiency in plastic waste upcycling: the role of mesoporosity and acidity in zeolites

Chem. Sci., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4SC05121A, Edge Article
Open Access
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Saideep Singh, Joaquín Martínez-Ortigosa, Nuria Ortuño, Vivek Polshettiwar, Javier García-Martínez
By optimizing zeolite pore confinement, polymer diffusion and up-cycling efficiency in hierarchical catalysts are significantly enhanced, reducing plastic degradation temperatures and providing a suitable route to sustainable plastic-to-fuel pathways.
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Light-assisted carbon dioxide reduction in an automated photoreactor system coupled to carbonylation chemistry

Chem. Sci., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4SC06660J, Edge Article
Open Access
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Jasper Schuurmans, Tom Masson, Stefan Zondag, Simone Pilon, Nicola Bragato, Miguel Claros, Tim den Hartog, Fransesc Sastre Calabuig, Jonathan van den Ham, Pascal Buskens, Giulia Fiorani, Timothy Noel
Continuous-flow methodologies offer promising avenues for sustainable processing due to their precise process control, scalability, and efficient heat and mass transfer. The small dimensions of continuous-flow reactors render them highly...
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M12L24 nanospheres as supramolecular templates for the controlled synthesis of Ir-nanoclusters and their use in the chemo-selective hydrogenation of nitro styrene

Chem. Sci., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4SC06324D, Edge Article
Open Access
Lotte L. Metz, Rens Ham, Eduard Bobylev, Kelly J. H. Brouwer, Alfons van Blaaderen, Rim van de Poll, Victor Drozhzhin, Emiel J. M. Hensen, Joost N. H. Reek
Controlled preparation of ultrafine metal nanoclusters (<2 nm) is challenging, yet important as the properties of these clusters are inherently linked to their size and local microenvironment. In the present...
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Large second harmonic generation and birefringence from extended octupolar π-conjugated structures

Chem. Sci., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4SC05756B, Edge Article
Open Access
Danyang Dou, Bingbing Zhang, Daqing Yang, Ying Wang
By adopting an extended octupolar π-conjugation strategy, two excellent optical functional materials with a strong SHG response and large birefringence were prepared.
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Resonance Plasmonic Coupling: Selective Enhancement of Band Edge Emission over Trap State Emission of CdSe Quantum Dots

Chem. Sci., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4SC04960H, Edge Article
Open Access
Livin Paul, Elizabeth Mariam Thomas, Akshaya Chemmangat, Stephen Gray, K. George Thomas
The photoluminescence properties of quantum dots (QDs) are often enhanced by eliminating surface trap states through chemical methods. Alternatively, a physical approach is presented here for improving photoluminescence purity in...
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Tailoring Hierarchical MnO2 Nanostructures on Self-Supporting Cathodes for High-Mass-Loading Zinc-Ion Batteries

Chem. Sci., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4SC06182A, Edge Article
Open Access
Weijie Zheng, Zhibiao Cui, Cong Liu, Libei Yuan, Shengsong Li, Lilin Lin, Tao Meng, Liangui Yang, Yexiang Tong, Dong Shu
Aqueous zinc-ion batteries (AZIBs) with MnO2 cathodes have promising application prospects, however, their performance is hindered by their low efficiency and insufficient life. By leveraging the nanomicellar properties of cetyltrimethylammonium...
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Pathway control in metallosupramolecular polymerization of a monoalkynylplatinum(II) terpyridine complex through competitive complex formation

Chem. Sci., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4SC06083K, Edge Article
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Minhye Kim, Heekyoung Choi, Minjoo Kim, Seonghan Kim, Seohyeon Yun, Eunji Lee, Jaeheung Cho, Sung Ho Jung, Jong Hwa Jung
The modification of metalloligands based on bis-type amideterpyridine platinum(II) complexes not only induces the formation of helical supramolecular polymers but also introduces a kinetic trapping strategy in competitive conditions.
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Spicing it up further

Chef Anees Khan’s Bandra patisserie is now a café with a must try theccha burger, small eats, galangal ice tea and thick smoothies




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Stupiditties: Once a Punk…

Rishu Singh, the brains behind Ennui.Bomb, discusses his annual indie music compilation and the gig he’s hosting to celebrate its release




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Chinmaya Mission takes up growing challenges of mental health




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Dynamic sampling from ex vivo adipose tissue using droplet-based microfluidics supports separate mechanisms for glycerol and fatty acid secretion

Lab Chip, 2024, 24,5020-5031
DOI: 10.1039/D4LC00664J, Paper
Md Moniruzzaman, Andresa B. Bezerra, Md Mohibullah, Robert L. Judd, James G. Granneman, Christopher J. Easley
Droplet-based microfluidic sampling of adipose tissue reveals unique information on lipolytic dynamics.
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Multiple factors remain a hurdle in setting up centralised sewer networks, Kerala govt. informs NGT

Faecal sludge treatment plants proposed in a radius of 15 km on cluster basis in urban and rural local bodies




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Softball teams raise the roof as they whip up excitement at Parade Ground




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Boxing competition disrupted by man claiming to be YouTuber in Kerala




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Thrissur and Kochi take early lead as curtain goes up on CBSE State Kalotsav




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State affected due to lack of support from Centre during disasters: Kerala CM

Union government’s attitude reflects a desire for Kerala to suffer, says Pinarayi Vijayan




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PDP declares support to LDF in forthcoming byelections

Decision assumes significance in the wake of a controversy over a reference in CPI(M) leader P. Jayarajan’s book that PDP supremo Abdul Nasir Maudany had a role in radicalising the Muslim youth in the State




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Seaplane arrives in Kochi backwaters for demo flight to Mattupetty Dam

Seaplane service will boost tourism by fostering new enterprises and creating job opportunities allowing holidaymakers to explore more destinations quickly, say Tourism Secretary




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Redefined upstages Santissimo to claim the HPSL Pune Derby




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Silver Act for the S.S. Cardmaster Memorial Cup




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Champions Way primed to deliver in the Governor’s Cup




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Shubankar takes the honours in Governor’s Cup




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Supernatural, Jade and Celestial catch the eye




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Brooklyn Beauty for the Raja Mahboob Karan Memorial Cup




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Nightmare claims Raja Mahboob Karan Memorial Cup




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Supreme Spirit shines




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Geographique, Supernatural, Jade and Psychic Star impress




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Dyf lives up to his billing in JSK1 Golconda St. Leger




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Pluto, Desert Star, Element, Everwin and Dakshin Vijay put up a pleasing display




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Gold Ride, Vivaldi, Royal Defender and Supreme Dance impress




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India steps up critical mineral acquisition plans in Africa, challenging China’s dominance

Race for critical minerals primarily focuses on cobalt and copper – key EV battery making metals, apart from lithium.




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Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi appointed as next Chief of Army Staff

Lt. Gen Dwivedi brings extensive experience in military operations, technology integration, and strategic leadership, having served in various command and staff appointments throughout his illustrious 39-year career




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MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh heads to Kuwait amid fire tragedy, expects clarity upon arrival

The Indian Embassy in Kuwait has set up a helpline for family members, and Prime Minister Modi has announced an ex-gratia relief of ₹2 lakh for the families of deceased Indian nationals




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Indian government hikes kharif crops support price by 1-13%

Farmers will receive ₹2-lakh crore from the new minimum support prices




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CBIC issues valuation norms for foreign company supplies to Indian subsidiaries

Additionally, CBIC clarified that for calculating the time limit to avail ITC under the Reverse Charge Mechanism, the relevant financial year will be when the recipient issues the invoice




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UP’s subsidy policy on strong hybrid cars different from FAME scheme: officials

The policy offers no registration cost for strong hybrid vehicles and provides a subsidy of ₹1 lakh or 15% of the ex-factory cost to customers, with a total outlay of ₹250 crore for 25,000 units




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New MCA rule allows Directors to update KYC details throughout the year

This change offers more flexibility compared to the previous system, which only allowed updates during the annual KYC filing




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Union Budget 2024-25: India slashes aid to Maldives, boosts support for Sri Lanka and Mauritius

Aid to the Maldives has been cut by 48%, reducing the grant from ₹770 crore to ₹400 crore, reflecting strained diplomatic ties following the election of pro-China President Mohamed Muizzu.




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Government partners with MicroSave to optimise Community Investment Support Fund

MicroSave has signed MoU with Rural Development Ministry on July 29




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Govt supports e-commerce but demands fair play and honesty, says Piyush Goyal

Goyal highlighted the benefits of e-commerce while expressing concerns about predatory pricing practices and the need to protect small retailers




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GoM for freeing health insurance for senior citizens, all policies up to ₹5-lakh cover from GST burden

GoM suggests rate hike on high-end wrist watches, shoes; GST on packaged water to be cut




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India to continue supporting Global South with strong forex reserves, says FM Sitharaman

At a Centre for Global Development event, Sitharaman highlighted India’s use of foreign reserves to aid distressed nations without conditions.




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Coupé de Inde

New Entrant: The upcoming Citroen C3-based Basalt promises to bring coupe aesthetics to the compact SUV segment




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Mercedes-Benz G-Class updated

The model line has for now been updated with new features and suspension tech.




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Rizz up!

The Ather Rizta is the thinking person’s electric scooter, but not without charisma




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Charged-Up

Based on the GLA, the Mercedes-Benz EQA drives in as the most affordable all-electric offering from the brand




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Coupe d’etat

The Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 returns in a new avatar, as if to dominate the performance-focussed coupe-SUV segment all over again




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TN: Textile industry seeks govt support for powerloom modernisation




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16 coach Vande Bharat to Tirupati fully booked

A total of 1,228 passengers made their train booking before the start of the train journey with the travel time reduced in each direction by 15 minutes from today