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Radiochromic Semiconductive MOF with High Sensitivity and Fast Photochromic Response for Dual-mode X-ray Direct Detection

Inorg. Chem. Front., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4QI00771A, Research Article
Xuying Yu, Jia-Rong Mi, Qiu-Pei Qin, Xin-Ping Fang, Yong-Fang Han, Li-Zhen Cai, Ming-Sheng Wang, Guo-Cong Guo
X-ray direct detectors, which may directly convert X-rays into electrical signals through semiconductors, are highly desirable for early cancer screening and other applications. Prevailing commercial amorphous Se detectors still suffer...
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Disruption of lipid metabolism to induce ferroptosis using multifunctional fibrate-Pt(IV) prodrugs for cancer treatment

Inorg. Chem. Front., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4QI00386A, Research Article
Peng Sun, Jia-Qian Wang, Qiang Xie, Xuan-Lin Ren, Xin Qiao, Jing-Yuan Xu
Two multifunctional fibrate-Pt(IV) prodrugs, 1 and 3, bearing lipid-modulating agents, exhibited impressive anticancer activity by triggering ferroptosis and apoptosis.
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Incorporation of One-Dimensional Electron-Rich Chain in Viologen-based Coordination Polymers for Super Photochromic Properties and Improved Optical Applications in Polyvinyl Alcohol Film

Inorg. Chem. Front., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4QI00200H, Research Article
Yong-Sheng Shi, Tong Xiao, Dong-Dong Yang, Xiangjun Zheng
A viologen derivative- and a carboxylic acid -based one-dimensional (1D) cocrystal Zn(Ⅱ) coordination polymer, {[Zn(bcbpy)2][Zn(sip)Cl]·4H2O}n (1, bcbpy = 1,1'-bis (3-carboxybenzyl)-4,4'-bipyridinium, sip = 5-Sulfoisophthalate) has been produced solvothermally and structurally characterized....
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Phase switching and shape-memory effect in a molecular material: revisiting the Werner complex [Ni(4-MePy)4(NCS)2]

Inorg. Chem. Front., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4QI00636D, Research Article
Open Access
Shi-Qiang Wang, Shaza Darwish, Catiucia Matos, Zicong Marvin Wong, Anjaiah Nalaparaju, Yifei Luo, Jun Zhu, Xiaofei Zhang, Zhengtao Xu, Michael Zaworotko
Shape-memory effects and stimuli-induced phase transformations are observed across many types of materials but remain understudied in molecular materials. In this contribution, we revisit the Werner complex, [Ni(4-MePy)4(NCS)2] (4-MePy =...
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Insights into the modulation mechanisms of multiple active sites in a conjugated small molecule towards organic cathode capacity from first-principles

Inorg. Chem. Front., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4QI00547C, Research Article
Zhaopeng Sun, Hao Tian, Meng Zhang, Yi Zhang, Zhiping Li, Weiwei Huang
The modulation mechanisms of Na+ within the redox-active sites of the two-dimensional conjugated organic small-molecule 3BQ, and their impact on the initial capacity of a 3BQ cathode for Na-ion batteries, were investigated using first-principles calculations.
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Yolk-Shell type Carbon-Silica Nanoarchitecture Dispersed and Stabilized Ru Nanoparticles for Enhanced Hydrogenation of Aromatic Compounds

Inorg. Chem. Front., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4QI00553H, Research Article
Lu Yan, Yue Shen, Zidan Zou, Xiao Zhang, Zhixin Yu, Guozhong Wang, Chun Chen
Hydrogenation of aromatic rings can be used not only for synthesis fine chemicals, but also for hydrogen storage and transportation using organic hydride. In this paper, yolk-shell structural SiO2@Ru@NC catalyst,...
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Anisotropic ZSM-5 nanorod assemblies: facile synthesis, epitaxial growth, and strikingly enhanced stability in benzene alkylation

Inorg. Chem. Front., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4QI00287C, Research Article
Peng Zhu, Yiren Yu, Guoshu Gao, Yumeng Zhao, Yuting Jiao, Haiou Liu, Guodong Liu, Xiongfu Zhang, Guohui Yang
A novel bundle-like ZSM-5 nanorod assembly was facilely synthesized by adopting a CTAB-aided seed-induced strategy for highly efficient alkylation of benzene with ethanol.
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Unleashing the power of directed electron transfer: unraveling the potential of {PV4}2 in heterogeneous photocatalysis

Inorg. Chem. Front., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4QI00606B, Research Article
Xin Su, Yuzan He, Kunhong Li, Miao Wang, Wei Tang, Shihao Zhang, Pengtao Ma, Jingyang Niu, Jingping Wang
{PV4}2 unleash the power of directed electron transfer in heterogeneous photocatalysis reduction.
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Tuning lithium–yttrium chloride local structure through coordination control and mixing during synthesis

Inorg. Chem. Front., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4QI00559G, Research Article
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Teerth Brahmbhatt, Cheng Li, Mounesha N. Garaga, Wan-Yu Tsai, Steve G. Greenbaum, Jagjit Nanda, Robert L. Sacci
Synthesis of Li3YCl6 is facilitated by the addition of NH4Cl. Synthesis method affects local ordering and Li+ dynamics as determined by neutron diffraction, impedance and NMR spectroscopy.
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Trifluoroacetic acid molecules confined into/onto metal–organic frameworks using H2btzip for efficiently improving proton conductivity using a synergistic effect

Inorg. Chem. Front., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4QI00605D, Research Article
Xiaoxue Ma, Xin Li, Xueke Han, Lu Zhang, Ronghua Liu, Hongguo Hao, Hui Yan, Xin Zhao, Xiangjin Kong, Huawei Zhou, Xia Li, Hongjie Zhu, Suna Wang, Yunwu Li, Dichang Zhong, Fangna Dai
Two outstanding proton conducting materials have been obtained by loading TFA molecules onto/into the surface or pores of MOFs. After post-treatment, their proton conductivity values are greatly increased under the same conditions.
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Asian rice prices drop after India eases export curbs

FAO says market down by $10-72 a tonne, Thai cuts rates by 10%




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National Mission on Edible Oil to help increase production to 25 mt by 2030-31: SEA

Over 60 per cent of edible oil requirement is now met through imports, which is a cause for concern, says SEA president Sanjeev Asthana




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SEBI explores feasibility of introducing crude oil ETFs

Such ETFs own futures contracts on crude oil instead of the commodity itself. The ETF price will mimic the spot price.




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Indian rice exports get delayed at ports as Customs officials hold up consignments

Exporters say they incur $70/tonne additional costs; Customs officials playing safe to verify if shipments are white or parboiled rice




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Crude oil futures dip amid easing Middle East tensions

Brent and WTI oil futures saw declines of over 3%, with MCX crude oil futures also experiencing significant drops.




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Aluminium futures retain positive bias

The price region between ₹228 and ₹230 is a demand zone




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Kandla Customs Commissioner orders release of ship detained in organic rice export irregularities

Tells Kandla traffic manager to allow another ship to set sail after getting release order from Gujarat HC




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Reservoirs with less than 50% storage down to single digit

Key dams’ water level unchanged at 87% of capacity this week




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Stronger monsoon winds bringing more rainfall to arid regions of north-west India: Southampton varsity study

The study reports 40% increase in south-west monsoon rainfall over north-west India in recent years  




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Crude oil trades higher as market monitors developments in West Asia 

At 9.56 am on Friday, December Brent oil futures were at $74.50, up by 0.16 per cent, and December crude oil futures on WTI (West Texas Intermediate) were at $70.28, up by 0.13 per cent




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Easing West Asia tensions bring back overseas tea buyers to Kochi 

Sales percentage increases as Russian buyers turn active




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Part of India’s sugar export quota to Maldives ‘diverted’ to Sri Lanka, Malaysia

Though exports are banned, shipments of 64,000 tonnes were allowed under special bilateral pact




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Festivals, agriculture, elections set to boost India's oil demand: S&P Global Commodity Insights

According to the commodities information services provider, India's oil demand decreased in September on a yearly basis, due to above normal rainfall, which affected road movement, construction, and mining activities




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Crude Check: At a resistance level

Traders can go short




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Crude oil trades higher ahead of US Presidential poll

Market also focussed on outcome of US Federal Reserve meeting later in the week




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Crude oil gains as market analyses Trump’s victory in US Presidential election

The Trump administration could stimulate economic growth in the US, which could help boost consumption demand in that country, say analysts




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Mountain rides, mindfulness and insightful reading

Start your day with InsuranceDekho CTO Ish Babbar’s morning mindfulness routine: deep breathing, stretching, running & more




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Cricket, cooking and the classics to unwind

Director and CEO of Sahyadri Hospitals on finding joy in cricket, cooking, gym, and movies for relaxation and wellness




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The rising global tide of genomics for public health

Genomics is advancing our understanding of the genetic basis of health and disease and shaping strategies to promote population health.




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Intellectual property for positive change

In a rapidly evolving world, leveraging intellectual property (IP) for greater good has become a priority and its importance will continue to grow as humanity addresses pivotal global challenges




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Dial M for mental health support and ring-in resilience

From workplace woes to societal pressures, it’s time mental health became a priority




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‘Closing the gap’ to ensure healthy babies

Despite the benefits, only half of Indian infants are breastfed successfully—what’s holding us back?




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Advent of an assisted baby boom

How IVF clinics in India are plotting healthy growth plans amid falling fertility rates 




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Golf, gluten-free diet, and music

Personal fitness diary




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Syngenta signs MoUs with CSSRI and HAU on crop productivity, sustainable agriculture

MoUs aim to implement projects related to capacity building of rural youth in agriculture and allied sciences, safe use of crop protection chemicals and adoption of new technologies, among other things




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Fertilizer subsidy payout declines in April-September

Global price drop led to 38% dip in nutrient-based fertilizer subsidy payout, impacting domestic fertilizer sales




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Call for joint efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions at 31st Swadeshi Science Congress

31st Swadeshi Science Congress inaugurated at Kochi’s ICAR-CIFT 




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This time for Africa: Asian tea producers to explore possibilities to create market opportunities in Africa

Asia Tea Alliance plans to expand tea market in Africa to increase global consumption, focusing on sustainability and quality




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How Millet Sisters drive millet consumption in rural areas

Grassroot campaign to convert producers into consumers




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Centre to develop 100 climate-resilient coastal fishermen villages

The initiative will be fully funded by the Central government and is designed to support sustainable economic and livelihood opportunities for fishers, bolster infrastructure, and enhance resilience against climate threats




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Government considering sweet sorghum as additional feedstock for ethanol, sources say

Top official sources say that the Prime Minister’s Office is keen to see the use of sweet sorghum as an additional feedstock for ethanol amid the issue with availability of sugarcane, rice and maize in some years




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Promises fall flat for Maharashtra’s farmers amid unending agrarian crisis

In the last 9 months alone, 1,933 Maharashtra farmers took their lives, a stark testament to the ongoing agrarian crisis that remains untouched by political promises 




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Skye Air intensifies quick-commerce partnerships, targets expansion to six cities within two years

The firm focuses on delivering consignments within 10 minutes for quick-commerce clients and within four hours for e-commerce clients




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Acquisition proposals worth ₹2,200 cr issued to industry, says Vice Navy Chief




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Air India, Singapore Airlines expand codeshare ties 

Duo to add 11 Indian and 40 international destinations in their first extensive expansion of arrangement since 2010




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Escorts Kubota to divest railway equipment business to Sona Comstar for ₹1,600 crore

The transaction, structured as a slump sale, is expected to close by September 30, 2025. 




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After AIX Connect merger, Air India Express sets sights on capacity and market share growth

The merger enhances operational synergies and marks a step forward in the parent company’s ambitious Vihaan transformation initiative




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Diwali, rising disposable income lifts jet fuel consumption in October to second highest on record

Diesel and petrol consumption rise during the month




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India looks to alleviate container shortage amid Chinese front-loading and rising freight costs

Govt working on policy interventions and increased capacities to address global demand




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Cyient DLM signs pact with Honeywell Aerospace Technologies

Cyient DLM The company signs a 16-year programme forecast to develop liquid cooling loops that will be used in select applications of Micro VCS