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Bullion Cues: Breaks out afresh

Retain the long positions 




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Bullion Cues: Roadblock ahead

Traders wait for a breakout




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Bulk photovoltaic effect in a zero-dimensional room-temperature molecular ferroelectric [C8N2H22]1.5[Bi2I9]

Dalton Trans., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4DT02698E, Paper
Zhibo Chen, Tianhong Luo, Jinrong Wen, Zhanqiang Liu, Jingshan Hou, Yongzheng Fang, Ganghua Zhang
Non-toxic molecular ferroelectrics have attracted significant interest due to their unique flexibility, low costs, and environmental friendliness. However, the variety of such materials with narrow bandgaps and above room temperature...
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LDH-derived Co0.5Ni0.5Te2 Dispersed in 3D Carbon Sheets as Separator Modifier to Enable Kinetics-Accelerated Lithium-Sulfur Batteries

Dalton Trans., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4DT02619E, Paper
Chunmei Li, kan Mi, Kai Xu, Zhuo Jia, Xiaolei Jiang, Huili Peng, Xiuwen Zheng, Hongjiao Nie
Lithium-sulfur battery is considered as a powerful candidate for the next generation of advanced energy storage systems relying on its high energy density and theoretical specific capacity. However, its practical...
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Quantitative determination and subcellular mapping of Pt-based drugs in single breast tumour cells via laser ablation-ICP-mass spectrometry

Dalton Trans., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4DT02467B, Paper
Open Access
Legna Colina-Vegas, Thibaut Van Acker, Wilmer Villarreal, Olivier De Wever, Alzir Azevedo Batista, Joaquim Araújo Nóbrega, Frank Vanhaecke
This study utilizes LA-ICP-MS to reveal the distribution and determine the concentration of Pt in MDA-MB-231 cells, providing insight into the mechanism and efficacy of Pt-based chemotherapeutic drugs.
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Solvent-dependent Ln(III) clusters assembled by immobilization of CO2 in the air: zero-field single-molecule magnets and magnetic refrigerant materials

Dalton Trans., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4DT02310B, Paper
Cai-Ming Liu, Xiang Hao, Zhao-Bo Hu, He-Rui Wen
The automatic fixation of CO2 in the air plays a key role in the construction of Dy(III) single-molecule magnets (SMMs) and Gd(III) magnetic refrigeration molecular materials using Ln(III)Cl3 (Ln =...
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Trigonal bipyramidal or square planar? Density functional theory calculations of iron bis(dithiolene) N-heterocyclic carbene complexes

Dalton Trans., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4DT02650K, Communication
Katherine Merkel, Alyssa V. B. Santos, Scott Simpson
DFT calculations of 57 iron bis(dithiolene)-N-heterocyclic carbene adducts were conducted to determine what parameters predict their coordination. The properties were compared via regression models to see which best predict the Addison τ parameter.
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Activation of small molecules by ambiphilic NHC-stabilized phosphinoborenium cation: formation of boreniums with B-O-C, B-O-B, and B-O-P structural motifs

Dalton Trans., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4DT02656J, Paper
Tomasz Wojnowski, Anna Ordyszewska, Hanna Halenka, Iwona Anusiewicz, Jarosław Chojnacki, Kinga Kaniewska-Laskowska, Rafał Grubba
The reactivity of the phosphinoborenium cation supported by a 1,3,4,5-tetramethylimidazolin-2-ylidene ligand toward small molecules was explored. The phosphinoborenium cation exhibited dual Lewis acid–base properties due to the presence of the...
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Fe/Fe3C particles encapsulated in hollow carbon nanoboxes for high performance zinc–air batteries

Dalton Trans., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4DT02396J, Paper
Chuyun Huang, Wenyuan Zhang, Xuezhi Hu, Shiliang Fei, Fhulufhelo Nemangwele, Nnditshedzeni Eric Maluta, Yangsen Hu, Hui Lv, Pei Hu, Zhuo Peng
Zinc–air batteries are recognized for their environmental friendliness and high energy density; however, the slow kinetics of the oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) at the air electrode hinder their commercial viability.
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A ratiometric luminescence thermometer based on lanthanide encapsulated complexes

Dalton Trans., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4DT02639J, Paper
Aribam Rishikanta Sharma, Atom Rajiv Singh, Anju Ajayan Kongasseri, Swadhin Garain, Ann Mariella Babu, Rajkumari Lonibala, Raju Laishram
This paper describes the synthesis of various luminescent Tb and Eu complexes by encapsulation in a Ca-complex. The synthesised material was then used as a ratiometric luminescence thermometer, in which thermometric parameters could be tuned.
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Electrostatic vs. electronic interactions within oxidized multinuclear Pt(bipyridine)(dithiolene) complexes

Dalton Trans., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4DT02514H, Paper
Khalil Youssef, Antoine Vacher, Thanaphon Khrueawatthanawet, Thierry Roisnel, Frédéric Barrière, Dominique Lorcy
Multinuclear complexes involving two or three redox active Pt(dithiolene) moieties were synthesized and electronic interactions were analysed through a combination of experimental and theoretical investigations.
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Multifunctional chiral metal hydrogen-bonded organic frameworks constructed from lanthanide ions with a trigonal prismatic coordination environment

Dalton Trans., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4DT02131B, Paper
Guo Peng, Guo-Xing Zhou, Xiang-Tao Dong, Yong-Bo Peng, Rong-Yan Zhang, Ying-Zhao Ma, Xiao-Ming Ren
Four multifunctional chiral lanthanide hydrogen-bonded organic frameworks with second harmonic generation, single molecule magnet behavior and proton conductive ability are reported herein.
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β-Cyclodextrin and cucurbit[7]uril as protective encapsulation agents of the CO-releasing molecule [CpMo(CO)3Me]

Dalton Trans., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4DT01863J, Paper
Rodrigo P. Monteiro, Isabel B. Calhau, Ana C. Gomes, André D. Lopes, José P. Da Silva, Isabel S. Gonçalves, Martyn Pillinger
For inclusion compounds between the complex [CpMo(CO)3Me] (1) and β-cyclodextrin or cucurbit[7]uril, the macrocyclic hosts modulate to different degrees the UV light-mediated CO release from encapsulated 1.
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Co-doping regulation on Ni-based electrocatalysts to adjust the selectivity of oxygen reduction reaction for Zn–air batteries and H2O2 production

Dalton Trans., 2024, 53,17819-17828
DOI: 10.1039/D4DT01625D, Paper
Songhan Hu, Kai Wang, Xinxin Xu, Qiang Wang
Two Ni-based electrocatalysts with different ORR selectivity were synthesized from a NiMOF, which show promising prospects in Zn–air batteries and H2O2 production.
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Molecular Fe(II)–Ln(III) dyads for luminescence reading of spin-state equilibria at the molecular level

Dalton Trans., 2024, 53,17756-17765
DOI: 10.1039/D4DT01868K, Frontier
Open Access
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Timothée Lathion, Neel Deorukhkar, Charlotte Egger, Homayoun Nozary, Claude Piguet
Efficient and easy lanthanide(III)-based luminescence reading of iron(II) spin-state equilibria presents an attractive challenge, owing to the delicate combination of the primogenic effect and the Fermi golden rule.
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Excited-state intramolecular proton transfer (ESIPT) active interwoven polycatenated coordination polymer for selective detection of Al3+ and Ag+ ions along with water detection in less polar solvents

Dalton Trans., 2024, 53,18003-18012
DOI: 10.1039/D4DT02285H, Paper
Anupam Maiti, Rakesh Kumar, Bidyadhar Mahato, Debajyoti Ghoshal
An ESIPT active coordination polymer is successfully synthesized, exhibiting ESIPT induced blue shift for Al3+ ions and ESIPT-off for Ag+ ions. The material can also detect polar water, dimethylformamide and methanol in less polar organic solvents.
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Multi-functional biotinylated platinum(IV)–SAHA conjugate for tumor-targeted chemotherapy

Dalton Trans., 2024, 53,17829-17840
DOI: 10.1039/D4DT01571A, Paper
Ajay Gupta, Pijus K. Sasmal
Herein, we have developed a hydrolytically stable biotinylated Pt(IV) complex conjugated with a histone deacetylase inhibitor (SAHA) as a multi-functional tumour targeted chemotherapeutic agent.
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An insightful study on the reduction and extraction of neptunium assisted by molybdenum

Dalton Trans., 2024, 53,17909-17917
DOI: 10.1039/D4DT02547D, Paper
Huaixin Hao, Yaoyang Liu, Hong Cao, Zhipeng Wang, Chao Xu, Jing Chen
Mo dramatically boosts the extraction of Np(V) by TRPO through the catalytic reduction effect in both the aqueous phase and organic phase.
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Fluorescent molecular systems based on carborane-perylenediimide conjugates

Dalton Trans., 2024, 53,17841-17851
DOI: 10.1039/D4DT02477J, Paper
Open Access
Ruben Rodriguez-Madrid, Sohini Sinha, Laura Parejo, Jordi Hernando, Rosario Núñez
o-Carborane–perylenediimide conjugates exhibit exceptional fluorescence properties in solution, while red-light excimer emission is observed in their aggregated forms and in dispersible nanoparticles.
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Structure modification and luminescence regulation in new violet light excitable Sr(2−y)BayY4La4(SiO4)6O2:xEu2+ phosphors via cation substitution

Dalton Trans., 2024, 53,17989-18002
DOI: 10.1039/D4DT02195A, Paper
Jie Zhang, Langping Dong, Feng Wang, Jingshan Hou, Yongzheng Fang
A series of violet light excitable Sr(2−y)BayY4La4(SiO4)6O2:xEu2+ phosphors with tunable luminescence for high-quality white LEDs was developed through cation regulation.
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Heats of formation on the way from B2H6 to B20H16: thermochemical consequences of multicenter bonding in ab initio and DFT methods

Dalton Trans., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4DT02589J, Paper
Open Access
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Jindřich Fanfrlík, Jan Řezáč, Drahomír Hnyk, Josef Holub
The objective of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of various computational methods in reproducing the experimental heats of formation of boron hydrides using the atomization energy approach.
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Mechanistic studies of NOx reduction reactions involving copper complexes: encouragement of DFT calculations

Dalton Trans., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4DT02420F, Frontier
Open Access
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Yohei Kametani, Yoshihito Shiota
Mechanistic analysis of nitrite (NO2) and nitric oxide (NO) reduction reactions promoted by copper complexes provides a reliable view of electron transfer and atom movement.
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Modular synthesis of triphenylphosphine-derived cage ligands for rhodium-catalyzed hydroformylation applications

Dalton Trans., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4DT02627F, Paper
Wenlong Wang, Cunyao Li, Wenhao Wang, Yuqin Qiu, Hongguang Liu, Jinlong Lu, Yizhou Zhan, Li Yan, Yunjie Ding
Cage ligands can be easily synthesized via dynamic imine chemistry, and a specific cage ligand exhibits excellent performance in Rh-catalyzed hydroformylation reaction (TOF up to 2665 h−1 and the l/b ratio reaches 2.6).
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Of coruscating celluloid

The cameras back then captured raw, real, and unadulterated images




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Live life to the fullest at any age

Birthdays are not just a celebration of the years gone by, but a reminder to live fully, no matter what age one is




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Tackling sexual assault

Change should start from home, from education system




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Developing the world's first full-body PET scanner

Simon Cherry explains why the EXPLORER project will revolutionize medical imaging




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BJP should sack BSY and Vijayendra from party posts over irregularities in purchases during pandemic, demands Congress




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Dalit family assaulted for entering temple in Arakalgud village




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BMTC driver assaulted over alleged road rage




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Kalaburagi: Man sentenced to 20 years of imprisonment for sexually assaulting minor girl




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Reconceptualizing Mental Illness in the Viral Age [electronic resource] : Souls in the Machine / by Elliott B. Martin, Jr.

Newcastle upon Tyne : Cambridge Scholars Publishing, 2024.




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Ketamine [electronic resource] : the story of modern psychiatry's most fascinating molecule / by Keith G. Rasmussen.

Washington, DC : American Psychiatric Association Publishing, [2024]




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Annual post-monsoon runway maintenance work successfully completed: Mumbai Airport




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Ranji Trophy | Mulani scalps memorable five in outing against Odisha

His 15th five-wicket haul results in Mumbai earning a bonus point following an innings win; Himanshu picks four as Swain, Biswal contributions go in vain




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Don't judge Kohli on current form, Australia series could change it all: Ricky Ponting

The much-awaited series against Pat Cummins' Australia will commence in Perth on November 22 and Kohli, as always, will be a vital cog in India's scheme of things if they are to retain the prestigious trophy




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Ponting should be concerned about Australian cricket, not India's: Gautam Gambhir

Gambhir defends Kohli against Ponting’s criticism, emphasising confidence in Indian batters ahead of Australia series




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Bumrah to lead, Rahul likely to open in Perth if Rohit does not make it, says Gautam Gambhir

The second batch of the Indian players is leaving for Perth, but Rohit has stayed back. Uncertainty remains if Rohit will compete in the series-opener.




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Krishvi, Juliet Rose, This Is Gold and Bohemian Star please




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Shubhankar Sharma finishes 32nd as Paul Waring grabs title in Abu Dhabi

After 71-73 on the first two days, Shubhankar Sharma had a great weekend as his final two rounds of 66 and 65 had an eagle each




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ICC continues discussion on Champions Trophy schedule with participating nations

Meanwhile, it was not a surprise that ICC has also put on hold the prestigious ODI tournament's launch event, which was scheduled to be held in Lahore on November 11.




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UV-LED irradiation for biofouling reduction in drip irrigation emitters fed with wastewater effluent

Environ. Sci.: Water Res. Technol., 2024, 10,2723-2735
DOI: 10.1039/D4EW00271G, Paper
Open Access
Yael Gilboa, Barak White, Inbar Shlomo, Karl G. Linden, Eran Friedler
To improve efficiency of drip irrigation emitters fed by treated wastewater, it is desired to minimize biofouling clogging. In the present study efficiency of UV-LED and chlorine to reduce biofilm formation was compared.
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Synergistic effect of the heterojunction g-C3N4/Bi2MoO6/clinoptilolite to enhance the photocatalytic degradation of antibiotics in water in the presence of persulfate

Environ. Sci.: Water Res. Technol., 2024, 10,2665-2687
DOI: 10.1039/D4EW00549J, Paper
Phuong Thu Le, Thu Phuong Nguyen, Thi Hai Do, Hong Nam Nguyen, Thi Mai Thanh Dinh, Thi Thuy Phan, Toshiki Tsubota, Trung Dung Nguyen
Proposed mechanism of OTC photocatalytic degradation by the CNBC-30/PDS/Vis system.
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Mathematical modeling to size anaerobic stabilization ponds intended for slaughterhouse wastewater treatment – the role of temperature and hydraulic retention time

Environ. Sci.: Water Res. Technol., 2024, 10,2882-2896
DOI: 10.1039/D4EW00557K, Paper
P. E. S. Soldera, R. F. Dantas, E. Fagnani
A new mathematical model for constructing anaerobic stabilization pond treatment systems for high organic load wastewater, based on biochemical oxygen demand, temperature and hydraulic retention time, is discussed.
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Phosphorus release from sewage sludge and digestate driven by biological sulfate reduction: effect of feed sulfate concentration and thermal hydrolysis

Environ. Sci.: Water Res. Technol., 2024, 10,2897-2905
DOI: 10.1039/D4EW00322E, Paper
Open Access
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Francesco Di Capua, Stefano Papirio, Silvio Matassa, Francesco Pirozzi, Giovanni Esposito
Recovering phosphorus from sewage sludge is a strategic, circular approach to ensure long-term phosphorus availability for future generations, supporting sustainability and resource preservation.
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Ultrafiltration behavior of CuO particles synthesized without and with different surfactants using PAN and PES membranes

Environ. Sci.: Water Res. Technol., 2024, 10,2981-2996
DOI: 10.1039/D4EW00462K, Paper
Olabimpe Genevieve Badru, Ime Akanyeti
Four different CuO particles were synthesized, with no surfactant (CuO/NS) and with three surfactants: Triton X-100 (CuO/TX100), cetyltrimethylammonium bromide (CuO/CTAB) and sodium dodecyl sulfate (CuO/SDS).
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Effect of extracellular organic matter (EOM) accumulation on algal proliferation and disinfection by-product precursors during cyclic cultivation

Environ. Sci.: Water Res. Technol., 2024, 10,3024-3034
DOI: 10.1039/D4EW00207E, Paper
Open Access
Jr-Lin Lin, Fahrudin Sidik
Algal blooms, driven by nutrient enrichment from nitrogen and phosphorus, pose significant challenges to water treatment processes, particularly due to the accumulation of extracellular organic matter (EOM).
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Microwave irradiation synthesis of CoFe2O4/rGO to activate peroxymonosulfate for the degradation of 2-aminobenzothiazole in water

Environ. Sci.: Water Res. Technol., 2024, 10,2946-2960
DOI: 10.1039/D4EW00459K, Paper
Wei Wei, Shiqian Gao, Feiyue Qian, Chongjun Chen, Youyi Wu
CoFe2O4/rGO MNPs synthesized via an in situ microwave irradiation method were used as a heterogeneous catalyst to activate PMS for the degradation of ABT. Its mechanism was explored, and the catalytic system was applied to real water samples.
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Improved microbial water quality and ozone performance following coagulation: implications for carbon based advanced treatment for potable reuse

Environ. Sci.: Water Res. Technol., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4EW00638K, Paper
Open Access
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Christina M. Morrison, Ariel J. Atkinson, Daniel Gerrity, Eric C. Wert
Coagulation/flocculation of secondary effluent with FeCl3 (1) removed MS2 bacteriophage and bacterial endospores up to 2–3 LRVs, (2) removed rapid surrogates at levels correlative with microbial removal, and (3) improved downstream O3 performance.
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Simultaneous removal of acetaminophen, sulfamethoxazole, and iohexol from real wastewater in continuous mode by an immobilized sulfur-doped Bi2O3/MnO2 photocatalyst

Environ. Sci.: Water Res. Technol., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4EW00501E, Paper
Vishal Kumar Parida, Mario Vino Lincy Gnanaguru, Suneel Kumar Srivastava, Shamik Chowdhury, Ashok Kumar Gupta
The photocatalytic potential of the Z-scheme 2S-Bi2O3/MnO2 immobilized photocatalyst for the simultaneous degradation of ACT, SMX, and IOX from MBBR-sand filter treated wastewater is studied for the first time, purely from a practical perspective.
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