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- Display Metrology
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- The University of Edinburgh
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Physico-mechanical and antimicrobial properties of an orthodontic adhesive containing cationic curcumin doped zinc oxide nanoparticles subjected to photodynamic therapy
摘要: Background: Potential complications on the crown level during fixed orthodontic procedures are white spot, enamel demineralization and the tooth decay. This study evaluated the antimicrobial properties of an orthodontic adhesive incorporating cationic curcumin doped zinc oxide nanoparticles (cCur/ZnONPs), which can have the highest concentration of cCur/ZnONPs and shear bond strength (SBS) value simultaneously, on the against cariogenic bacteria including Streptococcus mutans, Streptococcus sobrinus, and Lactobacillus acidophilus. Materials and methods: Following synthesis and confirmation of cCur/ZnONPs, SBS and adhesive remnant index (ARI) of the test adhesives containing cCur/ZnONPs (1.2, 2.5, 5, 7.5, and 10% wt.) were measured using universal testing machine and stereomicroscope, respectively. After continuously rinsed (up to 180 day), the residual antimicrobial ability of modified adhesives which can have the highest concentration of cCur/ZnONPs and SBS value simultaneously were determined by disc agar diffusion (DAD), biofilm formation inhibition, and metabolic activity assays following photo-activation using light-emitting diode (LED) for 5 min against multispecies cariogenic biofilm-producing bacteria. Results: Adhesive with 7.5% wt. cCur/ZnONPs showed the highest concentration of cCur/ZnONPs and SBS value (14.89 ± 3.26 MPa, P < 0.05) simultaneously. No significant differences in ARI scores were found between the modified adhesive and control (Transbond XT without the cCur/ZnONPs). 7.5% wt. cCur/ZnONPs following photo-activation was not colonized by the test microorganisms and suppressed 100% metabolic activity of the test microorganisms up to 90 day compared to the control group (cCur/ZnONPs free LED irradiation; P < 0.05). In DAD assay, the reduction of photodynamic disinfection of the 7.5% wt. cCur/ZnONPs against test bacteria was positively associated to the time, in such a way that it was decreased significantly after 60 day. From days 120 onwards, microbial biofilm formation and metabolic activity was progressively increased on 7.5% wt. cCur/ZnONPs adhesive discs compared to the control group (cCur/ZnONPs free LED irradiation). Conclusions: Our findings highlight the photo-activated 7.5% wt. cCur/ZnONPs can serve as an orthodontic adhesive additive for control the cariogenic multispecies biofilm, and also to reduce their metabolic activity.
关键词: Cariogenic bacteria,Orthodontic adhesive,Antimicrobial photodynamic therapy,Cationic curcumin,Zinc oxide nanoparticles
更新于2025-09-23 15:23:52
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A comprehensive study on the interface states in the ECR-PECVD SiO2/p-Si MOS structures analyzed by different method
摘要: The electrical properties of SiO2/p-Si films deposited by ECR-PECVD were studied at different frequencies (100-1 MHz) and gate voltages (-6–3 V). Results showed a frequency dispersion of C-Vg and G/ω-Vg. With increasing frequency, the capacitance and conductance are strongly decreased. An apparent peak in the depletion regime of the G/ω-Vg plots can be attributed to the existence of density Nss at Si/SiO2. The (Nss)value vary from 1.5 × 10^12 to 0.5 × 10^11 eV^-1 cm^-2, it has been determined by High-Low frequency capacitance technic. The Nss- Vg curve presents a peak at about -3 V, suggesting the presence Nss between the (Si)/SiO2 interface. Hill and Coleman method shows that the Nss decreases with increasing frequency which explains the high value of capacitance at low frequency. The Nss and their relaxation time τ by the conductance method ranged from 1.8 × 10^13 to 1.37 × 10^11 eV^-1 cm^-2 and 5.17 × 10^-7 to 8 × 10^-6 s, in the range (0.189-Ev) and (0.57- Ev) eV, respectively. The Nss was responsible for the non-ideal behavior of C-Vg and G-Vg leading to the breakdown of such device. Comparing the three method results show that parallel conductance is very precise and accurate.
关键词: Capacitance method,Relaxation time,Frequency,Interface states,Metal/Oxide/Semiconductor (MOS),Conductance method
更新于2025-09-23 15:23:52
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Novel scintillating nanocomposite for X-ray induced photodynamic therapy
摘要: We synthesize a novel prospective nanocomposite material for X-ray induced photodynamic therapy. ZnO:Ga core is coated by the SiO2 shell facilitating a functionalization by a photosensitizer, protoporphyrin PpIX layer. By steady-state and time resolved spectroscopy we confirm the presence of energy transfer between the core and the photosensitizer, an essential requirement to induce a cytotoxic effect. Using the commercial chemical probe we also demonstrate the ability of prepared ZnO:Ga@SiO2-PpIX nanocomposite to generate singlet oxygen. Presented results show that this nanocomposite can be considered as a good candidate for potential application in X-ray induced photodynamic therapy.
关键词: Scintillator,Nanocomposite,Zinc oxide,Photodynamic therapy,Singlet oxygen
更新于2025-09-23 15:23:52
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The design of a polyaniline-decorated three dimensional W18O49 composite for full solar spectrum light driven photocatalytic removal of aqueous nitrite with high N2 selectivity
摘要: Photocatalysis using solar energy is the most promising green technology for nitrite removal. However, effective photocatalytic performance is often challenged by the limited light absorption, utilization of expensive noble metals and undesired products (nitrate and ammonium). Here, we report for the first time that a full solar light response polyaniline-decorated three dimensional W18O49 composite (PANI@W18O49), a noble metal-free photocatalyst, possesses excellent photocatalytic activity for aqueous nitrite removal with high N2 selectivity. The prepared sample was thoroughly identified via XRD, Raman, FTIR, SEM, TEM, UV–vis DRS and PL. The catalytic results demonstrated that over 80% N2 selectivity (initial concentration 1.0 mM) was achieved through the PANI@W18O49 without sacrificial agent under 300 W Xe lamp irradiation for 60 min. Such advantages were attributed to the built-in junction between n-type W18O49 and p-type PANI, offering suitable redox levels of electron-hole pairs for NO2? reaction. The modification of PANI also benefited the light harvesting ability and activated carriers migration, the calculated rate constant of PANI@W18O49 is about four times as high as that of W18O49. The current study not only prepared a promising photocatalyst, but also provides new insights into improving the photocatalytic activity and N2 selectivity for nitrite treatment.
关键词: Nitrite,Polyaniline,Tungsten oxide,Full solar spectrum light driven,Photocatalysis
更新于2025-09-23 15:23:52
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Reduction and compensation of humidity measurement errors at cold temperatures using dual QCM humidity sensors based on graphene oxides
摘要: One of the difficulties in measurements of relative humidity in a variety of environments is temperature-dependence especially at cold temperatures. Here, we report on the reduction and the compensation of temperature effects on humidity measurements using dual humidity sensors based on quartz crystal microbalance (QCM). Graphene oxide film is coated on quartz crystals as a humidity sensing layer for the detection of water sorption by the change of resonance frequency. Relative humidity in a test chamber, where dual QCM humidity sensors are located, is precisely controlled using a humidity generator at the temperature range from 20 °C to ?60 °C. It is found that single QCM humidity sensors measure humidity significantly higher than reference relative humidity by the generator as temperature is lowered due to the temperature-dependent resonance of quartz crystals. In an attempt to cancel out the temperature-dependent oscillation of QCM sensors, the ratio of resonance frequencies of dual QCM humidity sensors is used. Consequently, temperature-dependent errors in humidity measurement at low temperatures are evidently reduced. For the compensation of the remaining errors in the humidity measurement by dual QCM humidity sensors, a single formula is empirically obtained. After the compensation of low temperature effects, the dual QCM humidity sensors provide the measurement capability in terms of residual errors less than 1.1%rh throughout temperatures from 20 °C to ?60 °C. This study provides a useful insight to extend the applicability of QCM-based humidity sensors to environments with cold temperatures.
关键词: Compensation,Graphene oxide,Cold temperature,Quartz crystal microbalance,Humidity measurement,Humidity sensor
更新于2025-09-23 15:23:52
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Atomic layer deposition of cobalt(II) oxide thin films from Co(BTSA) <sub/>2</sub> (THF) and H <sub/>2</sub> O
摘要: In this work, we have studied the applicability of Co(BTSA)2(THF) [BTSA = bis(trimethylsilyl)amido] (THF = tetrahydrofuran) in atomic layer deposition (ALD) of cobalt oxide thin films. When adducted with THF, the resulting Co(BTSA)2(THF) showed good volatility and could be evaporated at 55 °C, which enabled film deposition in the temperature range of 75–250 °C. Water was used as the coreactant, which led to the formation of Co(II) oxide films. The saturative growth mode characteristic to ALD was confirmed with respect to both precursors at deposition temperatures of 100 and 200 °C. According to grazing incidence x-ray diffraction measurements, the films contain both cubic rock salt and hexagonal wurtzite phases of CoO. X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy measurements confirmed that the primary oxidation state of cobalt in the films is +2. The film composition was analyzed using time-of-flight elastic recoil detection analysis, which revealed the main impurities in the films to be H and Si. The Si impurities originate from the BTSA ligand and increased with increasing deposition temperature, which indicates that Co(BTSA)2(THF) is best suited for low-temperature deposition. To gain insight into the surface chemistry of the deposition process, an in situ reaction mechanism study was conducted using quadrupole mass spectroscopy and quartz crystal microbalance techniques. Based on the in situ experiments, it can be concluded that film growth occurs via a ligand exchange mechanism.
关键词: atomic layer deposition,reaction mechanism,thin films,Co(BTSA)2(THF),cobalt oxide,water
更新于2025-09-23 15:23:52
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Multifunctional ZnO/polyurethane-based solid-solid phase change materials with graphene aerogel
摘要: In this work, multifunctional polyurethane-based phase change materials with zinc oxide (ZnO) and graphene aerogel (GA) were prepared through facile impregnation. ZnO and GA improved the latent heat of the system from 86.8 J/g to 108.1 J/g for the heterogeneous nucleation and chemical mitigations. Furthermore, the photo-/electro-thermal energy conversion efficiency of the system with ZnO and GA is 80.1%, 84.4%, respectively, for the efficient light absorption of ZnO and GA as well as the electrical conductivity of GA. The as-prepared materials with high latent heat, excellent form-stability, remarkable thermal stability as well as reliability, efficient light-/electro-thermal energy conversion, have great prospects for applying in energy harvesting, conversion and storage devices like solar heater, smart textile and greenhouse.
关键词: Graphene aerogel,Light-thermal conversion,Electro-thermal conversion,Zinc oxide
更新于2025-09-23 15:23:52
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Fabrication of thin-film spherical anodic alumina oxide templates using a superimposed nano-micro structure
摘要: Compared to the single-scale planar anodic aluminum oxide (AAO) film, the multi-scale hierarchical AAO structures can have a better performance due to the larger surface area. The conventional multi-scale AAO structure on a micro-pattern surface was fabricated using time-consuming lithography and etching process at high cost. In this article, the 3D porous AAO films with nanopores of 35~45 nm in diameter have been achieved on the surface of silica micro beads of 2 μm in diameter. The superimposed nano-micro structure was fabricated using hybrid-pulse anodizing the sputtered Al film on beads with a period of negative potential to dissipate Joule heating at room temperature. The 3D AAO-on-beads structure provides a large-surface-area substrate for enhancing the sputtered TiO2 photocatalysis. The photocatalysis on the superimposed nano-micro structures can exhibit a high performance with the MB concentration of 30% after 15 hr photo-degradation.
关键词: AAO,nano-microstructures,anodic aluminum oxide,nanoporus alumina,micro bead
更新于2025-09-23 15:23:52
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Phosphorus incorporation into graphitic material via hot pressing of graphite oxide and triphenylphosphine
摘要: It was shown, that the treatment of graphite oxide (GO) at a temperature of 1000 °C and a static pressure of 500 bar recovers the graphene layers. Addition of triphenylphosphine to GO helps in removal of oxygen during the treatment and allows introducing ca. 0.7 at% of phosphorus in the product. Most phosphorus atoms are bonded with oxygen as the 31P nuclear magnetic resonance spectrum showed. An analysis of the X-ray photoelectron P 2p spectrum additionally found the components corresponding to CeP and PeP bonding. Assembling of phosphorus atoms into nanometer clusters was con?rmed by transmission electron microscopy. Raman spectroscopy and electrical conductivity measurements revealed the n-type doping of graphitic material through the incorporation of phosphorus.
关键词: Triphenylphosphine,XPS,Phosphorus doping,NMR,Hot pressing,Graphite oxide
更新于2025-09-23 15:23:52
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Characteristics of Vanadium Oxide Thin Films Fabricated by Unbalanced Magnetron Sputtering for Smart Window Application
摘要: Vanadium oxide (VOx) thin films were deposited by an unbalanced magnetron (UBM) sputtering system with a vanadium metal target and O2 reaction gas, and thermally treated at various annealing temperatures. In this work, the structural, electrical, and optical properties of the fabricated VOx films with various annealing temperatures were experimentally investigated. The UBM sputter grown VOx thin films exhibited amorphous structure, and had a very weak peak of V2O5 (002) owing to very thin films. However, the crystallite size of VOx films increased with increasing annealing temperature. The surface roughness of VOx films and average transmittance decreased with increasing annealing temperature. The resistivity of VOx films also decreased with increasing annealing temperature, while the electrical properties of films improved.
关键词: Transmittance,Unbalanced Magnetron Sputtering,Vanadium Oxide,Surface Roughness,Resistivity
更新于2025-09-23 15:23:52