Bhupendra Kumar Shukla, D. Sofuoğlu, A. Beesham, Ala Ouguergouz, Shashi Narayan Shukla
{"title":"Observational Study of the Deceleration Parameter in (boldsymbol{f(R,L_{m})}) Theory of Gravity","authors":"Bhupendra Kumar Shukla, D. Sofuoğlu, A. Beesham, Ala Ouguergouz, Shashi Narayan Shukla","doi":"10.1134/S0202289324700518","DOIUrl":"10.1134/S0202289324700518","url":null,"abstract":"<p>We investigate the implications of the modified gravity theory <span>(f(R,L_{m}))</span> on the cosmological evolution. By examining the nonlinear model <span>(f(R,L_{m})={R}/{2}+(alpha R+1)L_{m})</span>, we explore the impact of a nonminimal coupling between curvature and matter on the cosmic expansion. Using a parametrized deceleration parameter dependent on the redshift <span>(z)</span>, we analyze the Friedmann–Lemaître–Robertson–Walker (FLRW) universe in the <span>(f(R,L_{m}))</span> framework. Through observational constraints derived from Cosmic Chronometers (CC), Type Ia Supernovae (SNIa), and Baryon Acoustic Oscillations (BAO), we perform a detailed comparison with the standard <span>(Lambda)</span>CDM model. Our results show that the <span>(f(R,L_{m}))</span> model is consistent with observational data, but deviations from the <span>(Lambda)</span>CDM model emerge in its geometric structure, highlighting the potential of <span>(f(R,L_{m}))</span> gravity in explaining the dark energy and cosmic acceleration.</p>","PeriodicalId":583,"journal":{"name":"Gravitation and Cosmology","volume":"31 1","pages":"71 - 81"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2025-03-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143529931","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"物理与天体物理","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Yuxin Wei, Qingqing Bai, Xinlu Ning, Xiaofan Bai, Jie Lv, Meng Li
{"title":"Covalent organic framework derived single-atom copper nanozymes for the detection of amyloid-β peptide and study of amyloidogenesis.","authors":"Yuxin Wei, Qingqing Bai, Xinlu Ning, Xiaofan Bai, Jie Lv, Meng Li","doi":"10.1007/s00216-024-05683-1","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s00216-024-05683-1","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Sensitive and accurate detection of the amyloid-β (Aβ) monomer is of fundamental significance for early diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease (AD). Herein, inspired by the specific Cu-Aβ monomer coordination, a cutting-edge colorimetric assay based on single-atom Cu anchored N-doped carbon nanospheres (Cu-NCNSs) was developed for Aβ monomer detection and an amyloidogenesis study. By directly pyrolyzing Cu<sup>2+</sup>-incorporated covalent organic frameworks (COFs), the resulting Cu-NCNSs with a high loading of Cu (8.04 wt %) exhibited outstanding peroxidase-like activity. The strong binding affinity of Aβ monomer to Cu-NCNSs effectively inhibited their catalytic activity, providing the basis for the colorimetric assay. The Cu-NCNSs-based sensor showed a detection limit of 1.182 nM for Aβ monomer, surpassing traditional techniques in terms of efficiency, accuracy and simplicity. Moreover, the system was successfully utilized for Aβ monomer detection in rat cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). Notably, the distinct inhibitory effects of monomeric and aggregated Aβ species on the catalytic activity of Cu-NCNSs were allowed for monitoring of the dynamic aggregation process of Aβ. Compared to thioflavin T (ThT), the most widely used amyloid dye, the detection system exhibited greater sensitivity towards toxic Aβ oligomers, which was crucial for early AD diagnosis and treatment. Our work not only sheds light on the rational design of highly active single-atom nanozymes from COFs but also expands the potential applications of nanozymes in early disease diagnosis.</p>","PeriodicalId":462,"journal":{"name":"Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry","volume":" ","pages":"1081-1092"},"PeriodicalIF":3.8,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142833591","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Xiaolong Yang, Doudou Huo, Yiran Tian, Xingliu Geng, Liang Xu, Daji Zhong, Rong Zhou, Songzhi Xu, Yali Zhang, Lijun Sun
{"title":"AuNPs/GO/Pt microneedle electrochemical sensor for in situ monitoring of hydrogen peroxide in tomato stems in response to wounding stimulation.","authors":"Xiaolong Yang, Doudou Huo, Yiran Tian, Xingliu Geng, Liang Xu, Daji Zhong, Rong Zhou, Songzhi Xu, Yali Zhang, Lijun Sun","doi":"10.1007/s00216-024-05728-5","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s00216-024-05728-5","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Hydrogen peroxide (H<sub>2</sub>O<sub>2</sub>) is a critical signaling molecule with significant roles in various physiological processes in plants. Understanding its regulation through in situ monitoring could offer deeper insights into plant responses and stress mechanisms. In this study, we developed a microneedle electrochemical sensor to monitor H<sub>2</sub>O<sub>2</sub> in situ, offering deeper insights into plant stress responses. The sensor features a platinum wire (100 µm diameter) modified with graphene oxide (GO) and gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) as the working electrode, an Ag/AgCl wire (100 µm diameter) as the reference electrode, and an untreated platinum wire (100 µm diameter) as the counter electrode. This innovative design enhances sensitivity and selectivity through the high catalytic activity of AuNPs, increased surface area from GO, and the superior conductivity of platinum. Operating at a low potential of -0.2 V to minimize interference, the sensor detects H<sub>2</sub>O<sub>2</sub> concentrations from 10 to 1000 µM with high accuracy. In situ monitoring of H<sub>2</sub>O<sub>2</sub> dynamics in tomato stems under the wounding stimulation reveals that H<sub>2</sub>O<sub>2</sub> concentration increases as the sensor approaches the wound site, indicating localized production and transport of H<sub>2</sub>O<sub>2</sub>. This approach not only improves H<sub>2</sub>O<sub>2</sub> monitoring in plant systems but also paves the way for exploring its generation, transport, and elimination mechanisms.</p>","PeriodicalId":462,"journal":{"name":"Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry","volume":" ","pages":"1067-1079"},"PeriodicalIF":3.8,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143027641","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Towards Next-Generation Membrane Bioreactors: Innovations, Challenges, and Future Directions","authors":"K. Khoiruddin, R. Boopathy, S. Kawi, I. G. Wenten","doi":"10.1007/s40726-025-00345-x","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s40726-025-00345-x","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Purpose of Review</h3><p>This review provides a comprehensive analysis of the current state and future prospects of membrane bioreactors (MBRs), focusing on recent advancements in membrane materials, innovative design concepts, and strategies to optimize biodegradation processes. Additionally, it highlights the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and hybrid configurations in advancing MBR.</p><h3>Recent Findings</h3><p> Hybrid MBR systems that incorporate advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) and other processes demonstrate enhanced micropollutant removal and treatment efficiency. MBR with nanocomposite and bio-inspired membranes exhibit improved fouling resistance, water flux, and mechanical strength. Significant innovations also include the application of AI-driven models, such as random forests and neural networks, to predict fouling behavior and optimize operational parameters in MBRs.</p><h3>Summary</h3><p>Recent progress in MBR technology, especially through new membrane materials and hybrid systems, plays an important role in improving MBR performance for contaminant removal and reducing fouling in wastewater treatment. Additionally, incorporating AI and optimizing operational parameters can further improve the efficiency, effectiveness, and reliability of these systems. </p></div>","PeriodicalId":528,"journal":{"name":"Current Pollution Reports","volume":"11 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":6.4,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143527638","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
N. M. Mustafoeva, A. K. Tashatov, B. E. Umirzakov, M. B. Mamatova
{"title":"On Si/NiSi2/Si(111) Heterostructures Obtained by Solid-Phase Deposition","authors":"N. M. Mustafoeva, A. K. Tashatov, B. E. Umirzakov, M. B. Mamatova","doi":"10.1134/S1027451024701337","DOIUrl":"10.1134/S1027451024701337","url":null,"abstract":"<p>The composition, band gap, morphology, crystal structure, and electrophysical properties of the surface layers of the Si/NiSi<sub>2</sub>/Si(111) film system obtained by solid-phase epitaxy at different substrate temperatures are studied using Auger-electron spectroscopy, measuring the intensity of light transmitted through the sample and the specific resistance of the surface, scanning electron microscopy, and high-energy electron diffraction. It is established that the interface between the Si/NiSi<sub>2</sub> and NiSi<sub>2</sub>/Si(111) layers is abrupt, and the thickness of the transition layers does not exceed 4–5 nm. It is shown that it is impossible to obtain a Si/NiSi<sub>2</sub>/Si(111) three-layer system with a thickness of Si and NiSi<sub>2</sub> of less than 20–30 nm using solid-phase epitaxy.</p>","PeriodicalId":671,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Surface Investigation: X-ray, Synchrotron and Neutron Techniques","volume":"18 6","pages":"1415 - 1418"},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143527619","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
N. A. Grigoryeva, N. A. Kovalenko, S. V. Grigoriev
{"title":"Time-of-Flight Neutron Reflectometer for the DARIA Compact Neutron Source: Monte Carlo Simulation","authors":"N. A. Grigoryeva, N. A. Kovalenko, S. V. Grigoriev","doi":"10.1134/S102745102470160X","DOIUrl":"10.1134/S102745102470160X","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Two types of polarized neutron reflectometers have been simulated for the compact neutron source DARIA (Dedicated for Academical Research and Industrial Application), depending on the type of target assembly with thermal or cryogenic moderators. Modeling and optimization of reflectometers were carried out using McStas software package by the Monte Carlo method with specified momentum transfer resolution Δ<i>q</i>/<i>q</i> ≤ 5% for reflection angles greater than the critical angle θ<sub>cr</sub> and a neutron beam horizontal divergence of Δθ ≤ 0.1° for θ < θ<sub>cr</sub> and Δθ ≤ 0.033° for θ > θ<sub>cr</sub>. To reduce losses in neutrons, neutron guides with a supermirror coating have been proposed. A system of choppers makes it possible to create a neutron spectrum of the required width on a sample.</p>","PeriodicalId":671,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Surface Investigation: X-ray, Synchrotron and Neutron Techniques","volume":"18 6","pages":"1602 - 1614"},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143527620","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"X-Ray Phase Analysis of Composites after Temperature Modification of Titanium Dioxide with Melamine at Different Quantities of Initial Components","authors":"I. B. Dorosheva, S. A. Petrova, A. A. Rempel’","doi":"10.1134/S1027451024701362","DOIUrl":"10.1134/S1027451024701362","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Composites based on melamine and titanium dioxide at different initial ratios 4 : 1, 6 : 1, 8 : 1, and 10 : 1 were obtained by polymerization in air at a temperature of 550°C. The morphology of the samples was investigated, and the elemental mapping of the sample composition was carried out using scanning electron microscopy. It was found that the initial melamine particles have a size of more than 20 μm, and its polymerization leads to the formation of <i>g</i>-C<sub>3</sub>N<sub>4</sub> layers up to 5 μm in size. TiO<sub>2</sub> particles have an average size of 150 nm, and the resulting g-C<sub>3</sub>N<sub>4</sub>/TiO<sub>2</sub> heterostructures consist of particles with a size of 20–30 nm, which form agglomerates of about 2 μm in size. It was shown that the specific surface area decreases from 67 to 41 m<sup>2</sup>/g with increasing melamine content in the initial mixture. A single-phase composition TiN<sub>0.24</sub>O<sub>1.88</sub> was formed when the initial components were mixed at a ratio of 4 : 1. When the ratio of the initial melamine and titanium dioxide was increased to 8 : 1 and 10 : 1, a two-phase system was formed, which consisted of Ti<sub>0.72</sub>O<sub>2</sub> in an amount from 12 to 13% and C<sub>3</sub>N<sub>4</sub> in an amount from 87 to 88%. During synthesis at a ratio of 6 : 1, two phases were also formed, but the C<sub>3</sub>N<sub>4</sub> content in it was significantly less, up to 5%.</p>","PeriodicalId":671,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Surface Investigation: X-ray, Synchrotron and Neutron Techniques","volume":"18 6","pages":"1430 - 1435"},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143527697","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
V. V. Privezentsev, A. A. Firsov, V. S. Kulikauskas, D. A. Kiselev, B. R. Senatulin
{"title":"Study of Zinc Implanted Silicon Nitride Film","authors":"V. V. Privezentsev, A. A. Firsov, V. S. Kulikauskas, D. A. Kiselev, B. R. Senatulin","doi":"10.1134/S1027451024701519","DOIUrl":"10.1134/S1027451024701519","url":null,"abstract":"<p>The results of studying nanoclusters at the interface of a Si<sub>3</sub>N<sub>4</sub> film on a Si substrate implanted with <sup>64</sup>Zn<sup>+</sup> ions with a dose of 5 × 10<sup>16</sup>/cm<sup>2</sup> and an energy of 40 keV are presented. The Si<sub>3</sub>N<sub>4</sub> film was deposited on a silicon substrate using a gas-phase method. Then the implanted samples were annealed in air in steps of 100°C for 1 h at each step in the temperature range of 400–700°C. The surface morphology of the samples was studied using scanning probe microscopy. The profiles of the implanted impurity and film elements, as well as the chemical state of the Zn ion, were studied using X-ray photoelectron and Auger electron spectroscopy. The shock pulse method revealed that after implantation individual metallic zinc nanoclusters with a size of about 100 nm or less are present near the surface of the Si<sub>3</sub>N<sub>4</sub> film. During the annealing process, they grow and simultaneously transform into the ZnSiN<sub>2</sub> phase and, possibly, into the phases of zinc oxide and silicide near the surface. After annealing at a temperature of 700°C, Zn-containing nanoclusters with a size of about 100 nm are formed in the Si<sub>3</sub>N<sub>4</sub> film.</p>","PeriodicalId":671,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Surface Investigation: X-ray, Synchrotron and Neutron Techniques","volume":"18 6","pages":"1538 - 1544"},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143527703","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Gang Wu, Jun Liu, Guirong Ma, Qiuyu Wei, Xinghui Song
{"title":"Hyperuricemia Facilitates Uric Acid-Mediated Vascular Endothelial Cell Damage by Inhibiting Mitophagy.","authors":"Gang Wu, Jun Liu, Guirong Ma, Qiuyu Wei, Xinghui Song","doi":"10.1007/s12013-024-01512-5","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s12013-024-01512-5","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Hyperuricemia remains an elusive factor in the pathogenesis of vascular endothelial injury. This study elucidates the role of hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) in the context of uric acid (UA)-induced vascular endothelial cell damage. Human umbilical vein endothelial cells (HUVECs) were exposed to varying UA concentrations (6 mg/dL to 50 mg/dL) for 48 h, or to 50 mg/dL UA for different time points (6 to 72 h). We observed a concentration- and time-dependent inhibition of cell proliferation, particularly at 40 mg/dL and 50 mg/dL UA. The autophagy marker LC3 exhibited reduced fluorescence intensity post-UA treatment, along with decreased expression of LC3-II/LC3I, beclin1, and p62, indicating impaired autophagy. The mechanistic exploration revealed that HCQ, in conjunction with the mitochondrial autophagy inhibitor Cyclosporine A (CsA), exacerbated the inhibitory effects of UA on HUVEC autophagy. This was evidenced by a further reduction in mitochondrial autophagy-related proteins and diminished fluorescence of LC3-II/LC3-I and Parkin, culminating in suppressed cell proliferation and accelerated cell senescence and apoptosis. Conversely, the co-treatment with the mitochondrial autophagy inducer carbonyl cyanide m-chlorophenyl hydrazine (CCCP) and HCQ mitigated the detrimental effects of UA on HUVEC autophagy. This intervention led to increased expression of PINK1, Parkin, Bnip3, and Nix, along with enhanced fluorescence of LC3-II/LC3-I and Parkin, effectively inhibiting cell senescence and apoptosis while promoting cell proliferation. In conclusion, our findings underscore the pivotal role of HCQ in modulating UA-mediated vascular endothelial cell damage through the inhibition of mitophagy, providing novel insights into the therapeutic potential of targeting HCQ in the management of hyperuricemia-associated vascular complications.</p>","PeriodicalId":510,"journal":{"name":"Cell Biochemistry and Biophysics","volume":" ","pages":"811-821"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142338787","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"生物学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Alaa E Hassanien, Ghada Elsherbiny, Gamal M Abdelfattah, Marwa M Abdel-Aziz, Eman A El-Hagrassey
{"title":"Synthesis, DFT study, in silico ADMET evaluation, molecular docking, and QSAR analysis of new anti-tuberculosis drugs derived from 2-hydroxybenzohydrazide derivatives.","authors":"Alaa E Hassanien, Ghada Elsherbiny, Gamal M Abdelfattah, Marwa M Abdel-Aziz, Eman A El-Hagrassey","doi":"10.1007/s11030-025-11130-9","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s11030-025-11130-9","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study investigates the potential of novel thiazole and hydroxybenzohydrazide derivatives as antitubercular agents. Using molecular docking and density functional theory (DFT) calculations, the binding affinities of these derivatives to the enoyl-acyl carrier protein reductase (InhA) enzyme of M. tb were assessed. InhA is crucial for the mycobacterial fatty acid synthase II (FAS-II) pathway, making it a prime target for drug development. QSAR analysis was employed to relate molecular descriptors to biological activity, and ADMET descriptors evaluated the pharmacokinetics and toxicity of the compounds. Experimental synthesis of the compounds and their characterization via IR and NMR spectroscopy confirmed their structures. DFT calculations revealed multiple conformers for each compound, with specific isomers showing enhanced stability and favorable binding interactions with InhA. These findings suggest that the synthesized derivatives have potential as new antitubercular agents, offering a basis for future drug development strategies against multidrug-resistant TB.</p>","PeriodicalId":708,"journal":{"name":"Molecular Diversity","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2025-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143530855","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}