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A review on metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) and MOF–textile composites for personal protection

Mater. Chem. Front., 2024, 8,3509-3527
DOI: 10.1039/D4QM00358F, Review Article
Junmei Li, Yinan Fan, Ruigan Zhang, Demao Ban, Zhixuan Duan, Xiaoyuan Liu, Lifang Liu
Metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) have become a research hotspot for effective adsorption and degradation of chemical warfare agents (CWAs) and toxic industrial chemicals (TICs).
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Tech Support - Reptile Expert Answers Reptile Questions From Twitter

Reptile expert and host of JayPrehistoricPets Jay Brewer visits WIRED to answer your questions from Twitter. Reptile Royalty starring Jay Brewer is Now Available on The Roku Channel. We inadvertently show a crocodile rather than an alligator at 4:12 of this video—sorry!




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A miniaturized microplasma excitation source coupled with photochemically induced volatile species generation as a cost-effective tool for in situ mercury pollution analyses

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4JA00306C, Technical Note
Open Access
Tymoteusz Klis, Pawel Pohl, Anna Dzimitrowicz, Piotr Jamroz
A portable, miniaturized atmospheric microplasma discharge system coupled with the photochemical vapour generation was developed for the sensitive Hg determination in water samples using OES.
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Centre Approves 12 Textile Research Projects Worth Rs 13.3 Crore

The National Technical Textiles Mission is a flagship scheme of Ministry of Textiles focused on developing the research and development capabilities of the local industry, especially in the areas of high-performance fibre development.  




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Wearable self-powered intelligent textile with optical–electrical dual-mode functionality for pressure distribution detection and remote intelligent control

J. Mater. Chem. C, 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4TC03728F, Paper
Junhuan Li, Zhen Tian, Li Su, Yilong Yang, Chang Ding, Chen Wang, Ming Sun, Yong Zhao
A novel WSIT based on TIEL and single-electrode TENG is developed with self-powered optical–electrical dual-mode sensing functionality, which may be widely applicable in fields like intelligent robots, augmented reality, and smart homes.
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Supramolecular gels: a versatile crystallization toolbox

Chem. Soc. Rev., 2024, 53,10604-10619
DOI: 10.1039/D4CS00271G, Review Article
Open Access
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Rafael Contreras-Montoya, Luis Álvarez de Cienfuegos, José A. Gavira, Jonathan W. Steed
Supramolecular gels are unique materials formed through the self-assembly of low molecular weight gelators (LMWGs). Their versatility has allowed the expansion of gel crystallization processes, giving a new impetus to this field.
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Unrecognized volatile and semi-volatile organic compounds from brake wear

Environ. Sci.: Processes Impacts, 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4EM00024B, Paper
V. Perraud, D. R. Blake, L. M. Wingen, B. Barletta, P. S. Bauer, J. Campos, M. J. Ezell, A. Guenther, K. N. Johnson, M. Lee, S. Meinardi, J. Patterson, E. S. Saltzman, A. E. Thomas, J. N. Smith, B. J. Finlayson-Pitts
This study shows that volatile and semi-volatile organic gases are emitted during light and heavy braking. These emissions will remain as we transition to zero exhaust emission vehicles and must be included in air pollution and climate assessments.
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Robust myco-composites: a biocomposite platform for versatile hybrid-living materials

Mater. Horiz., 2024, 11,1689-1703
DOI: 10.1039/D3MH01277H, Communication
Open Access
Sabrina C. Shen, Nicolas A. Lee, William J. Lockett, Aliai D. Acuil, Hannah B. Gazdus, Branden N. Spitzer, Markus J. Buehler
We report the development of strong and robust myco-composites compatible with additive manufacturing. We exemplify unique applications of this hybrid-living materials platform with fabrication of bio-welded containers and flexible mycelium textiles.
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Seeding ductile nanophase in ceramic grains

Mater. Horiz., 2024, 11,1908-1922
DOI: 10.1039/D3MH02233A, Communication
Chong Zhao, Hao Lu, Haibin Wang, Xuemei Liu, Zhigang Zak Fang, Chao Hou, Xiaoyan Song
A novel strategy is proposed to achieve coordinated strengthening and toughening of brittle composites by introducing and tailoring ductile nanoparticles within ceramic grains. Transgranular fractures of the ceramic phase were remarkably reduced.
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An ultra-soft conductive elastomer for multifunctional tactile sensors with high range and sensitivity

Mater. Horiz., 2024, 11,1975-1988
DOI: 10.1039/D3MH02074F, Communication
Ao Yin, Ruiguang Chen, Rui Yin, Shiqiang Zhou, Yang Ye, Yuxin Wang, Peike Wang, Xue Qi, Haipeng Liu, Jiang Liu, Suzhu Yu, Jun Wei
Our study shows an ultra-soft conductive material with excellent adhesive ability to solve the mismatch of the interface. With coupled microstructures, our sensor demonstrates a remarkable sensitivity and a fast response time.
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New Delhi | Curation of over 100 Indian textiles at ‘Sutr Santati’ speaks the language of the hand and the yarn

The exhibit highlights an array of textile techniques as well as a wide range of yarn




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Volatile Hiring: Uncertainty in Search and Matching Models [electronic journal].




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Versatile Forward Guidance: Escaping or Switching? [electronic journal].




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Quantiles of the Gain Distribution of an Early Child Intervention [electronic journal].




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Quantile Factor Models [electronic journal].




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Multilevel Marketing: Pyramid-Shaped Schemes or Exploitative Scams? [electronic journal].




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Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in terrestrial extreme environments: implications for life detection beyond Earth

Nat. Prod. Rep., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4NP00037D, Review Article
Open Access
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Claire A. Batty, Victoria K. Pearson, Karen Olsson-Francis, Geraint Morgan
This review highlights how discovering and analysing VOCs in extreme environments on Earth can help identify biosignatures and unravel complex patterns in metabolic data that could help identify life on other planetary bodies.
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Global Organic Textiles Standards bans 5 Indian cotton firms for faking documents

Two firms used non-existent shipping firms to show transactions, the others submitted fake transaction certificates




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Funding healthcare: Stable investment in a volatile market

Investors are increasingly focusing on India’s healthcare sector for stable returns, with promising growth and investment opportunities




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CCL Products says more customers prefer short-term coffee contracts as market stays volatile

See some softening in Vietnam prices as new arrivals are set to begin next month




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Boronic ester-templated pre-rotaxanes as versatile intermediates for rotaxane endo-functionalisation

Chem. Sci., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4SC04879B, Edge Article
Open Access
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Jingjing Yu, Marius Gaedke, Satyajit Das, Daniel L. Stares, Christoph A. Schalley, Fredrik Schaufelberger
Dynamic covalent boronic ester bonds can pre-organise diol-containing threads and V-shaped boronic acid ligands towards mechanical interlocking. After interlocking, the pre-rotaxane could be modified to create many unique [2]rotaxanes architectures.
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Why this equity savings fund is well-suited for volatile markets

HDFC Equity Savings fund delivers robust risk-adjusted returns by juggling stocks, bonds and derivatives




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Amid volatile markets, this dividend yield fund is a smart investment

With geopolitical tensions, US elections and crude prices weighing on sentiments, it may be a good time to take the safer option of dividend yield investing




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Why this large cap fund is a suitable investment in current volatile market

Canara Robeco Blue Chip Equity has consistently beaten the benchmark and delivered above-average performance




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Why balanced advantage fund may help tide over volatile markets

Balanced advantage funds are seen as attractive in the current market as they tend to generate risk-adjusted returns and insulate investor portfolios from stiff corrections




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TN: Textile industry seeks govt support for powerloom modernisation




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Paper-based sensors: affordable, versatile, and emerging analyte detection platforms

Anal. Methods, 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D3AY02258G, Critical Review
Open Access
Sumit Malik, Joginder Singh, Kajal Saini, Vivek Chaudhary, Ahmad Umar, Ahmed A. Ibrahim, Sheikh Akbar, Sotirios Baskoutas
The schematic representation of distance based paper sensor to identify lead in food samples.
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Fem-tech: Niche and fertile for growth

Offering tech-enabled healthcare solutions exclusively for women, the fem-tech segment is clocking steady growth




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Powerloom weavers urge Tamil Nadu CM to take up the issue of QCOs on textiles with the Central government




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Sahodaran’s 2023 calendar highlights India’s textile heritage

It was the effort of four photographers, 14 models, and three stylists, and was shot at four locations



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Tamilnad Mercantile Bank posts ₹303 cr net profit in Q2

Net interest income grew by 12 per cent to ₹596 crore, up from ₹533 crore a year earlier



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Good potential for cosmetic, textile, food processing sectors in Andhra Pradesh: South Korean diplomat

South Koreans are familiar with Andhra Pradesh and since Kia Motors is here, more Korean companies may wish to come too, says Sangwoo Lim




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India in consultation with Indonesia at WTO over duty on ceramic tiles

Exports from India dipped since Indonesia imposed safeguard duties on the product




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Pyrrolylsulfonium salts: stable, accessible and versatile pseudohalides for Stille couplings

Org. Chem. Front., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4QO01793E, Research Article
Open Access
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Jodie L. Hann, Catherine L. Lyall, Gabriele Kociok-Köhn, Simon E. Lewis
Pyrroles functionalised with a thianthrenium or diphenylsulfonium group undergo Stille couplings with aryl or alkynyl stannanes in good yields, avoiding the issues of instability that can hamper the use of the analogous pyrrolyl halides.
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What’s ailing the textile sector?

Lack of FTAs, differential tax rates for man-made and cotton fibres are some issues




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A wearable DC tribovoltaic power textile woven by P/N-type organic semiconductor fibers

Energy Environ. Sci., 2024, 17,8621-8632
DOI: 10.1039/D4EE02662D, Paper
Open Access
Beibei Fan, Guoxu Liu, Yiming Dai, Zefang Dong, Ruifei Luan, Likun Gong, Zhi Zhang, Zhong Lin Wang, Chi Zhang
A high-performance, wearable tribovoltaic DC power supply textile was prepared using a traditional weaving process. The WDPs have high flexibility, excellent environmental robustness, lower internal resistance, and washability.
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Beyond flavor: the versatile roles of eugenol in health and disease

Food Funct., 2024, 15,10567-10581
DOI: 10.1039/D4FO02428A, Review Article
Yujie Lao, Jingya Guo, Jingjing Fang, Ruixuan Geng, Mengjie Li, Yige Qin, Jiayi Wu, Seong-Gook Kang, Kunlun Huang, Tao Tong
Emerging evidence highlights that eugenol exhibits significant biological activities across various conditions, suggesting it is a promising nutritional supplement with both flavoring properties and therapeutic potential.
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Dynamic changes in the gel properties, microbial community, and volatile flavor profile of Spanish mackerel (Scomberomorus niphonius) sausages inoculated with Lactiplantibacillus plantarum CY1-2

Food Funct., 2024, 15,11060-11071
DOI: 10.1039/D4FO03841J, Paper
Xinran Lv, Wenyu Wu, Shuilin Liu, Lili Ding, Anqi Ren, Le An, Fengling Bai, Jianrong Li, Xuepeng Li, Shumin Yi
This study aimed to examine the dynamic changes in the gel properties, microbial diversity, and volatile flavor compounds (VFCs) of Spanish mackerel sausages inoculated with Lactiplantibacillus plantarum CY1-2 during fermentation.
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How about a percentile-based rank list?

In this method of normalisation of marks, the relative merit of a student is assessed only in comparison with the other students of the same education system.




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Surat Textile Mills Ltd. - Unaudited Financial Results For The Quarter Ended 30Th June, 2019




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Sonal Mercantile Ltd - Board Meeting Intimation for To Consider And Approve (Standalone As Well As Consolidated) Un-Audited Financial Results Of The Company For The Quarter Ended June 30, 2019




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Multiscale modelling of CO2 hydrogenation of TiO2-supported Ni8 clusters: on the influence of anatase and rutile polymorphs

Catal. Sci. Technol., 2024, 14,6393-6410
DOI: 10.1039/D4CY00586D, Paper
Open Access
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Lulu Chen, Ying-Ying Ye, Rozemarijn D. E. Krösschell, Emiel J. M. Hensen, Ivo A. W. Filot
The selection of TiO2 phase, whether anatase or rutile, for supporting small Ni clusters significantly influences the activity and selectivity in CO2 hydrogenation to methane.
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Expression of concern: Iron oxide magnetic nanoparticles with versatile surface functions based on dopamine anchors

Nanoscale, 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4NR90209B, Expression of Concern
Open Access
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Mykola Mazur, Alexandre Barras, Victor Kuncser, Andrei Galatanu, Vladimir Zaitzev, Kostiantyn V. Turcheniuk, Patrice Woisel, Joel Lyskawa, William Laure, Aloysius Siriwardena, Rabah Boukherroub, Sabine Szunerits
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Chennai hosts Crafts Council of India’s textiles and accessories show on August 9 and 10

The two-day exhibition organised by Crafts Council of India will see a gamut of weaves from across the country on display



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Nayaab brings 23 fashion brands that are reviving heritage textile techniques to Chennai 

The 13th edition of Nayaab edit spotlights dyeing, printing and weaving techniques like shibori, bandhini, jamdani and kalamkari




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PILI raises funds for biotech textile dyes




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These new textile dyeing methods could make fashion more sustainable

Large and small suppliers vow to help a resource-intensive, cost-sensitive industry change with the times




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U.K.’s Worn Again raises cash for textile recycling




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BSE, NSE end flat after volatile session; Asian Paints tanks 8% post earnings 

The indices recovered from early losses but failed to maintain momentum through the session




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Advances in catalytic chemical recycling of synthetic textiles

Green Chem., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4GC04768K, Tutorial Review
Open Access
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Carmen Moreno-Marrodan, Francesco Brandi, Pierluigi Barbaro, FRANCESCA LIGUORI
Synthetic fibres cover most of textile market, but their value chain is almost entirely linear. Common raw materials are non-renewable and oil-derived, while requiring large amounts of (toxic) chemicals and...
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