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Syntheses of optically active monapterin, 7,8-dihydromonapterin, and 5,6,7,8-tetrahydromonapterin from L-xylose

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35644-35649
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA07179D, Paper
Open Access
Arun K. Ghosh, Ashish Sharma, Satish Nagam, Clay Fuqua
Monapterin, 7,8-dihydromonapterin, and 5,6,7,8-tetrahydromonapterin are synthesized in optically active forms using L-xylose as the starting material.
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Electromagnetic wave effects on Mn-doped superparamagnetic iron oxide nanofluids: applications in enhanced oil recovery

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35671-35678
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA04500A, Paper
Open Access
Mohamad Amin Bin Hamid, Beh Hoe Guan, Chan Kar Tim, Hassan Soleimani
This study reveals that both direct current (DC) and alternating current (AC) electromagnetic fields can effectively reduce the interfacial tension (IFT) of Mn-doped Fe3O4 nanofluids, with AC fields showing more predictable and pronounced effects.
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Synthesis of supramolecular polymers with calix[4]arene and β-cyclodextrin and their application in heavy metal ion absorption

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35697-35703
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA05559D, Paper
Open Access
Jian-Jian Bian, Shi-Jin Tang, Jiao Miao, Rui Lin, Guo-Li Huang, Ming-Yu Teng, Xiao-Mei Li
Two categories of supramolecular polymer monomers were produced by introducing the ureidopyrimidone quadruple-hydrogen bonding assemblies on the calix[4]arene and the β-cyclodextrin host units, which adsorbed up to 99% of Pb2+ and Cd2+.
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Synthesis and in vitro assessment of gold nanoparticles conjugated with extracts, sterols and pure compounds derived from marine sponges from the Indian and Pacific Oceans

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,36115-36131
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA04068F, Paper
Open Access
Avin Ramanjooloo, Devesh Bekah, Samson A. Adeyemi, Philemon Ubanako, Lindokuhle Ngema, Yahya E. Choonara, David E. Williams, Elena A. Polishchuk, Raymond J. Andersen, Archana Bhaw-Luximon
The synthesis of gold nanoparticles using extracts, sterols and pure compounds from marine sponges.
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Preparation and antioxidant properties of tannic acid/copper ion nanozyme hybrid nanofibrous membranes

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35743-35753
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA05314A, Paper
Open Access
Qiao Wu, Jingshu Xiao, Hu Zhuang, Fenghai Zhao, Ruoxi Li, Duntie Zhang
A Cu/TA nanosheet was prepared by Cu2+ -mediated oxidative coupling inducing the self-assembly of a Cu-TA coordination complex network, which exhibits multienzyme like activity and enables the preparation of antioxidant membranes by electrospinning.
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Synthesis of Cu/Mn/Ce polymetallic oxide catalysts and catalytic ozone treatment of wastewater

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35993-36004
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06052K, Paper
Open Access
Jinlong Zhong, Xue feng Mao, Guanyu Wang, Heng Li, Junfang Li, Sijian Qu, Jianwei Zhao
Non-homogeneous ozone-catalyzed oxidation technology is one of the effective ways of treating wastewater, the core of which lies in the development of efficient ozone oxidation catalysts.
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Complexes between 2,2'-azobis(2-methylpropionamidine) dihydrochloride (AAPH) and cucurbit[n]uril hosts modulate the yield and fate of photolytically-generated AAPH radicals

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35980-35991
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA07150F, Paper
Open Access
Angie C. Forero-Girón, Mauricio Oyarzún, Kevin Droguett, Denis Fuentealba, Soledad Gutiérrez-Oliva, Barbara Herrera, Alejandro Toro-Labbé, Eduardo Fuentes-Lemus, Michael J. Davies, Camilo López-Alarcón, Margarita E. Aliaga
AAPH-cucurbit[n]uril systems were experimentally and theoretically studied. Radical yields formed upon photolysis of AAPH were altered by complexation with CB[8] in a stoichiometry-dependent manner, however, radical yields were not changed by CB[6].
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From e-waste to eco-sensors: synthesis of reduced graphene oxide/ZnO from discarded batteries for a rapid electrochemical bisphenol A sensor

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,36073-36083
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA04046E, Paper
Open Access
Md Humayun Kabir, Md Yeasin Pabel, Nishat Tasnim Bristy, Md. Abdus Salam, Muhammad Shahriar Bashar, Sabina Yasmin
E-waste-derived reduced graphene oxide/ZnO forfast electrochemical detection of bisphenol A (BPA).
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A facile synthesis of iron oxide nanoparticles as a nano-sensor to detect levofloxacin and ciprofloxacin in human blood and evaluation of their biological activities

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,36093-36100
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA05024J, Paper
Open Access
Erum Hasan, Ziana Manzar, Nabeel Haroon, Ali Raza, Syed Nawazish Ali, Mehreen Lateef, Sabira Begum
New bioactive magnetic nanoparticles were synthesized and stabilized by 3-aminobenzoic acid (3-ABA) utilized in detection of levofloxacin and ciprofloxacin.
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Stability and magnetic properties of transition metal (V, Cr, Mn, and Fe) doped cobalt oxide clusters: a density functional theory investigation

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,36031-36039
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA05482B, Paper
Open Access
Nguyen Thi Mai, Tran Dang Thanh, Do Hung Manh, Nguyen Thi Ngoc Anh, Ngo Thi Lan, Phung Thi Thu, Nguyen Thanh Tung
Con−1TMOn−2+ (n = 6–8), (TM = V, Cr, Mn, and Fe) clusters are investigated using density functional theory calculations.
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Bisphenol A (BPA) toxicity assessment and insights into current remediation strategies

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35128-35162
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA05628K, Review Article
Open Access
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Joshua O. Ighalo, Setyo Budi Kurniawan, Banlambhabok Khongthaw, Junaidah Buhari, P. K. Chauhan, Jordana Georgin, Dison Stracke Pfingsten Franco
To mitigate the toxic effects of BPA, there is a need to utilize hybrid remediation strategies for its removal from the aqueous environment.
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Chitosan supported ionic liquid, a multifaceted catalyst for streamlined and efficient synthesis of carboxylic, amino acid and carbohydrate esters

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,36193-36208
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA05725B, Paper
Open Access
Praachi Kakati, Satish Kumar Awasthi
Development of a solid heterogeneous catalyst in the form of an ionic liquid incorporated in chitosan which shows high recyclability. This was used in a solvent free esterification reaction of carboxylic acids, amino acids and carbohydrates.
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Exploring heterocyclic scaffolds in carbonic anhydrase inhibition: a decade of structural and therapeutic insights

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35769-35970
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06290F, Review Article
Open Access
Nafeesa Naeem, Amina Sadiq, Gehan Ahmed Othman, Habab M. Yassin, Ehsan Ullah Mughal
Heterocyclic compounds represent a prominent class of molecules with diverse pharmacological activities.
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Investigation of variable range hopping and dielectric relaxation in GdCrO3 orthochromite perovskites

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,36161-36172
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06104G, Paper
Open Access
Mohamed Youssef Gneber, Imen Elhamdi, Jalel Messoudi, Radhia Dhahri, Foudil Sahnoune, Mosbah Jemmali, Magdy Hussein, Essebti Dhahri, Benilde Faria Oliveira Costa
This study investigates the structural, electrical, and dielectric properties of GdCrO3 (GCO) compounds. X-ray diffraction analysis confirmed the formation of the perovskite phase of GCO, crystallizing with the Pbnm space group.
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In silico molecular docking and ADMET prediction of biogenic zinc oxide nanoparticles: characterization, and in vitro antimicrobial and photocatalytic activity

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,36209-36225
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06890D, Paper
Open Access
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Hajara Akhter, Susmita Sarker Ritu, Shahariar Siddique, Fariha Chowdhury, Rehnuma Tasmiyah Chowdhury, Samina Akhter, Mahmuda Hakim
A facile green route to synthesize zinc oxide nanoparticles using watermelon rind extract with antimicrobial and photocatalytic potential.
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Physicochemical properties and mechanism of action of a new copper(II) pyrazine-based complex with high anticancer activity and selectivity towards cancer cells

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,36295-36307
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06874B, Paper
Open Access
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B. Rogalewicz, T. Sierański, M. Szczesio, A. Olczak, K. Gobis, C. Orlewska, I. Korona-Głowniak, A. Korga-Plewko, M. Iwan, M. Michalczuk, J. Kubik, G. Adamczuk, M. Korga, N. Rutkowska, T. Boruta, K. Gas, M. Sawicki, E. Poleszak, W. Maniukiewicz, M. Świątkowski, A. Czylkowska
The presented work underlines the importance of coordination compounds in the development of new anticancer agents that are safer and more efficient.
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Assam floods: Six more dead as toll mounts to 52; over 21 lakh people affected

At least seven districts of Arunachal Pradesh cut off due to landslides; eight persons, including two children, killed in rain-induced landslides and floods in Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura




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Ex-MNS leader Vasant More joins Shiv Sena (UBT) as Uddhav Thackeray looks to strengthen base in Pune 

Vasant More had unsuccessfully contested the Pune seat in the recently concluded Lok Sabha election on a VBA ticket after quitting the MNS




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‘Public emergency’ in six Nagaland districts suspended

The move was to facilitate talks with the Centre on the creation of the autonomous Frontier Nagaland Territory, said the Eastern Nagaland People’s Organisation




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Akali Dal expels eight rebels; they say ‘party has become Badals fiefdom’

SAD leader Balwinder Bhundur said the eight leaders had actively colluded with the party’s enemies to create divisions in the party and weaken it




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Two arrested in M.P. for allegedly forcing Dalit man to drink urine; counter FIR against him for alleged extortion

Police said that an investigation had been launched but claimed that no evidence to support the victim’s claims has been found so far




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Why Himalayan towns need a different kind of development | Explained

Do cities along the Indian Himalayan Range have adequate funds and resources to manage civic issues?




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Hathras stampede: 11 accused appear in court, next hearing on August 23

The police had last month arrested 11 people in connection with the July 2 Hathras stampede




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1998 murder case of ex-Bihar Minister: Supreme Court sentences two persons to life imprisonment

A bench of Justices Sanjiv Khanna, Sanjay Kumar and R. Mahadevan partially set aside the Patna High Court verdict acquitting all the accused and asked convicts Mantu Tiwari and ex-MLA Shukla to surrender within 15 days




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Neeraj Chopra vows to win next Diamond League event after finishing close second in Doha

Chopra finished second at the Doha Diamond League as his big final effort of 88.36m fell short by just two centimeters of Jakub Vadlejch's winning effort on May 10




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India’s 4x400m relay teams credit Nassau training for punching ticket to Paris

The move by AFI and SAI to send the athletes on a month-long camp helped them acclimatise and bounce back to qualify for the 2024 Olympics




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Asian Relays: Indian mixed 4x400m team sets National record

The timing puts India in the 21st place in the Road to Paris list of World Athletics while the aim was to be either in the 15th or 16th spot




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Asian Relay Championships: Indian men's and women's 4x400m teams win silver medals

Indian mixed 4x400 relay team set a national record while winning the gold medal but missed the target of entering the Paris Olympics qualification bracket.




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Athletics | Chennai to host second Indian Grand Prix today




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Third Indian Grand Prix track and field: Another chance for many stars to stake their claim for Paris Olympics

There are no eye-popping names in the fray, perhaps because the National inter-state championship is scheduled in close proximity (June 27-30 in Panchkula, Haryana).




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Paris Olympics: Men’s 4x400m relay team narrowly misses berth in final

The Indian campaign in athletics ended with the exit of the relay teams.




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Paralympic Games 2024: I’m winning silver everywhere, now want to break jinx by clinching gold, says Kathuniya

Yogesh Kathuniya wasn't satisfied with his performance and he vowed to better the colour of his medal in the next major tournament.




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What is assistive technology and how is it helping para athletes? | Explained

Assistive technologies like specialised wheelchairs, running blades, release braces have revolutionised para sports, giving athletes better inclusivity and performance.




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PIX: Rashid Khan's grand wedding takes Kabul by storm

Afghanistan's star all-rounder, Rashid Khan, celebrated his grand wedding in Kabul on October 3, 2024. The event, held in Afghanistan's capital, quickly became a viral sensation as videos from the ceremony circulated on social media.




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PIX: West Indies breeze past minnows Scotland

Riding on their excellent show with the ball, West Indies got the better of Scotland by six wickets in their Women's T20 World Cup match in Dubai on Sunday.




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PIX: India crush Bangladesh in first T20I in Gwalior

IMAGES from the 1st T20I between India and Bangladesh played in Gwalior on Sunday




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PIX: Root, Brook smash tons; England pile on the runs

Joe Root and Harry Brook's centuries powered England's strong reply on Day 3 of the first Test in Multan.




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2nd T20 PIX: Nitish, Rinku sizzle as India seal series

India registered a thumping 86-run victory in the second T20I against Bangladesh to seal the three-match series 2-0.




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PIX: Shreyanka's family outing in Dubai

On Thursday, the 22-year-old spent some quality time with her family who have joined her in the UAE and they went to visit the popular Burj Khalifa.




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PIX: Samson slams ton as India sweep Bangladesh

Sanju Samson's ebullient maiden T20 International hundred dotted India's resounding 133-run victory and 3-0 series sweep over a listless Bangladesh.




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PIX: Ghulam rescues Pakistan after early collapse

IMAGES from Day 1 of the 2nd Test played between Pakistan and England in Multan on Tuesday.




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PIX: Sajid Khan's heroics save the day for Pakistan

IMAGES from Day 2 of the second Test played between Pakistan and England in Multan on Wednesday.




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PIX: NZ in control after India are skittled out for 46

IMAGES from Day 2 of the 1st Test played between India and New Zealand in Bengaluru, on Thursday.




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PIX: Noman's heroics lead Pak to series-leveling win

Pakistan beat England by 152 runs in the second Test in Multan on Friday to level the three-match series at 1-1.




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PIX: New Zealand script historic win in Bengaluru

IMAGES from Day 5 of the first Test played between India and New Zealand, in Bengaluru, on Sunday.




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PIX: Happy campers, Kiwis celebrate with their kids

And joining the players in celebration were their families.




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PIX: New Zealand crowned champions of Women's T20 WC

Photos from the final of the ICC Women's T20 Cricket World Cup




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PIX: Smith, bowlers rally England after early wobble

Jamie Smith smashed a counter-attacking 89 before England's bowlers made early inroads into the Pakistan line-up to drag the touring side back into the deciding third and final Test.




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PIX: India's home fortress crumbles, NZ win series

Images from Day 3 of the second Test between India and New Zealand at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune on Saturday.




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PIX: Diwali with the Tendulkars

Legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar took to X to extend his heartfelt wishes, emphasising the significance of togetherness and spreading happiness during this festive season.