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    Design, Synthesis and Fungicidal Activity of Pyrazinamide Analogs
    WANG Gang, LIANG Shuang, SHAN Zhonggang, YING Junwu, LYU Liang, LI Bin, YANG Huibin
    Chem. J. Chinese Universities    2024, 45 (10): 20240369-.   DOI: 10.7503/cjcu20240369
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    Pyraziflumid was a novel pyrazinamide analog fungicide developed by Nihon Nohyaku Co. In this work, 16 pyrazinamide analogs were synthesized using substituted pyrazine acid and 2-methyl-3-nitrophenol as initial materials through 4 steps. The structures of the target compounds were confirmed by nuclear magnetic resonance (1H NMR, 13C NMR) and high resolution mass spectrometer(HRMS). The results of fungicidal activity at greenhouse showed that pyrazinamide analogs had excellent fungicidal activities against corn rust at 6.25 mg/L. Among them, the fungicidal activities of compounds 457815 and 16 against corn rust at 6.25 mg/L were 100%. Molecular docking simulations revealed that compound 16 interacted with TRP-173 of succinate dehydrogenase(SDH) through hydrogen bonding, which could explain the probable mechanism of action between compound 16 and the target protein. These results indicated that compound 16 might be a promising fungicide candidate and provide valuable reference for further investigation.

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    Rapid Grafting of Phenylboronic Acid with Hydroxypropyl Chitosan Mediated by HATU
    LI Aoqi, HU Chuanzhi, SHI Han, DENG Mingyu, XIAO Bo, JIANG Bo
    Chem. J. Chinese Universities    2023, 44 (6): 20220698-.   DOI: 10.7503/cjcu20220698
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    Phenylboronic acid(PBA) can form reversible covalent bonds with cis-1,2-diol or 1,3-diol in an aqueous solution, which makes it useful as the glucose-responsive units or dynamic cross-linking groups in nano/hydrogels. In this paper, PBA was efficiently grafted on hydroxypropyl chitosan(HPCS) by employing 2-(7-azabenzotriazol-1-yl)- NNN',N'-tetramethyluronium hexafluorophosphate(HATU) as a coupling reagent in dimethyl sulfoxide(DMSO). The resulting carboxyphenylboronic acid-grafted hydroxypropyl chitosan(CPBA-HPCS) was soluble when pH>8.5, and the structure was characterized and confirmed by Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy(FTIR) and nuclear magnetic resonance(NMR). In addition, the kinetics of the reaction were studied and a series of CPBA-HPCS with different substitution degrees(up to 0.78) was prepared. This novel chitosan derivative has good application prospects in the preparation of smart hydrogels and drug carriers.

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    CuBi2O4/Bi2WO6 Z-type Heterostructures for Effective Removal Ciprofloxacin in Photo-electro-Fenton-like System
    WANG Qiuxia, HAN Yugui, ZHAO Peng, WANG Shuang, LIU Yaru, LI Yi
    Chem. J. Chinese Universities    2024, 45 (1): 20230370-.   DOI: 10.7503/cjcu20230370
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    In response to the serious problem of antibiotic pollution in the current water environment, herein, a CuBi2O4/Bi2WO6(CBWO) Z-type heterojunction photoelectric catalyst was synthesized by a simple solvothermal method. The morphology and structure were obtained through SEM, which showed that the structure of the CBWO-60 was cuboid rod-like morphology and nanosheet. The EDS elemental mapping images displayed that Cu, W, Bi and O elements were evenly dispersed in CBWO-60. The crystalline phases and molecular structures of the catalyst were determined by XRD and FTIR. These results firmly confirmed that the successful synthesis of the composite. The large specific surface area of CBWO-60 was investigated via BET. XPS analysis proved that the Cu+ and Cu2+ coexisted, which promoted the cycling of Fenton reaction. Moreover, the displacement of binding energy well verified the strong electronic interaction rather than a physical contact between CuBi2O4 and Bi2WO6 in the heterojunction. The band structure of the heterojunction was proved by UV-Vis DRS and VB-XPS analysis. The interface charge transfer situation of the heterojunction was investigated by PL, EIS, and transient photocurrent response spectra. In a series of catalysts, CBWO-60 has the highest degradation efficiency for Ciprofloxacin(CIP) in the photo-electro- Fenton-like(PEF-like) system, with a degradation efficiency of 98.0% at 90 min. At the same time, when the initial pH of the solution was in the range of 2—6, the system could always maintain effective CIP removal efficiency. The pH range of this system was broadened to some extent compared to the conventional Fenton method. In the PEF-like system, CBWO-60 showed high catalytic activity to quinolone, sulfonamides and tetracycline antibiotics, which proved the universality of CBWO-60. Finally, the degradation efficiency of CIP still maintained 87.8% after five cycles of experiments, and the crystal structure of CBWO-60 remained unchanged after the reaction. Based on the results of HPLC-MS, five possible pathways for CIP degradation were proposed. This study provided a new idea for the purification and treatment of antibiotic pollution in the water environment.

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    Molecular Stacking and Device Performance: Recent Advances of Efficient Small Molecule Donors Based on Benzodithiophene and Its Derivatives
    YANG Ke, XIAO Zeyun, LU Shirong, SUN Kuan
    Chem. J. Chinese Universities    2023, 44 (9): 20230123-.   DOI: 10.7503/cjcu20230123
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    The rapid development of all-small-molecule solar cell has recently gained recognition within the photovoltaic research community. Well-defined structure and less batch-to-batch variation empowered it great application prospects. In this perspective, we review the development of small molecule donors based on benzodithiophene(BDT) and its derivatives, with a focus on the relationship between molecule structure, stacking characteristics and device performance. By analyzing successful cases in the BDT series of small molecules, we aim to clarify the link between molecule structure, solid-state aggregation and device performance. We hope this discussion can be the minnow to catch the whale of highly efficient molecules in the future.

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    Functions of Plant RNA Modifications and Their Analytical Methods
    TANG Xiaomeng, YUAN Bifeng, FENG Yuqi
    Chem. J. Chinese Universities    2023, 44 (3): 20220265-.   DOI: 10.7503/cjcu20220265
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    Apart from the canonical nucleobases, RNA molecules contain a variety of chemical modifications. So far, over 150 different types of RNA modifications have been identified in the three-domain system of life. These chemical modifications do not alter the sequence of RNA, but they can change the structures and biochemical properties of RNA, which thereby can control and regulate the spatiotemporal expression of genes. As an important epigenetic regulation layer, RNA modifications also play crucial roles in regulating plant growth and development and respond to stresses. In recent years, with the rapid advancement of analytical methods, especially the technologies for RNA modification sequencing, the functions and mechanisms of plant RNA modifications have gained in-depth understanding. In the current review, we introduce the functions of plant RNA modifications and summarize the analytical methods for plant RNA modifications. We believe that this review will provide useful information for the systematic study of plant RNA modifications in the future.

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    Split Intein: a Versatile Tool for Traceless Peptide Segment Ligation
    HAN Dongyang, REN Yuxiang, YANG Ziyi, HUANG He, ZHENG Jishen
    Chem. J. Chinese Universities    2023, 44 (10): 20230188-.   DOI: 10.7503/cjcu20230188
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    Split intein can efficiently ligate peptide segments via a splicing reaction in a traceless manner and therefore has attracted great attention. Based on the structural characteristics and splicing reaction process of split intein, this paper comprehensively reviewed the recent progresses on the performance optimization and expanded applications of split intein, and revealed its great potential in the field of chemical protein synthesis as an increasingly sophisticated protein engineering technology. Finally, the challenges presented in the split intein- mediated protein trans-splicing and potential solutions in the future research were briefly discussed.

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    Solvent Effect on the Catalytic Performance of Cinnamaldehyde Hydrogenation over Pt/MIL-100(Fe)
    CAI Jiani, LIU Yingya, SUN Zhichao, WANG Yao, WANG Anjie
    Chem. J. Chinese Universities    2024, 45 (2): 20230442-.   DOI: 10.7503/cjcu20230442
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    This study employs an environmentally-friendly method to synthesize MIL-100(Fe), and utilizes a double-solvent impregnation approach to confine Pt nanoparticles within the pores of MIL-100(Fe), subsequent to acidification with HCl and reduction with formaldehyde, a bifunctional catalyst, Pt/MIL-100(Fe), featuring hydrogenation and Lewis acid centers, is prepared. The catalytic performance is evaluated using the selective hydrogenation of cinnamaldehyde(CAL) as a probe reaction. Under optimal conditions(60 ℃, 1 MPa H2), the conversion of CAL reaches 88.3% in 2 h, with a cinnamyl alcohol(COL) selectivity of 84.9%. By comparing the reaction performance of Pt/MIL-100 catalysts with Cr, Al and Fe metal centers, it is revealed that the Fe center favors for the hydrogenation of C=O bonds in both CAL to COL and furfural to furfuryl alcohol. The impact of water content in the reaction system on the selective hydrogenation of CAL is extensively studied. Characterization and static adsorption experiments indicate that removal of free water from the pores of Pt/MIL-100(Fe) facilitates direct enrichment of CAL in the channels, leading to an enhanced conversion. Additionally, removal of coordinated water from the Fe cluster promotes the adsorption of the C=O group of CAL, resulting in an improved selectivity toward COL. After five catalytic cycles under optimal conditions, Pt/MIL-100(Fe) maintains the catalytic performance. Results of powder X-ray diffraction (XRD), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), and low-temperature nitrogen adsorption characterization confirm the stability of the catalyst structure after reaction.

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    Green Electrosynthesis Reaction of Potassium Azotetrazolium Salt Coupled by Hydrogen Production from Water Electrolysis by WS2 Nano Sheets
    YAO Tianhao, MA Yuhe, LIU Bolong, MA Yuqiang, ZHANG Cong, LI Jiachen, MA Haixia
    Chem. J. Chinese Universities    2023, 44 (12): 20230347-.   DOI: 10.7503/cjcu20230347
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    As a four-electron multi-step reaction process with sluggish kinetics, oxygen evolution reaction(OER) limits the reaction rate and reduces the overall efficiency of overall water splitting. Replacing OER with the oxidation reaction of thermodynamically more favorable organic energetic materials and coupling with hydrogen evolution reaction(HER), so that the high value-added chemical products can be obtained while reducing the overall cell voltage to generate hydrogen. In this paper, a novel coupling system was proposed, in which the energy-containing ionic salt, potassium azotetrazolium salt(K2AZT), was prepared on the anode side, and carbon cloth-supported tungsten disulfide nanosheets(CC@WS2 NSs) were used as HER catalyst to promote the HER on the cathode side. The system only requires a cell voltage of 1.65 V to achieve a current density of 10 mA/cm 2, which is 220 mV lower than that of conventional electrolyzed water(1.87 V). In addition, the coupled system maintained smooth operation for at least 15 h, showing excellent stability. At the same time, the preparation of energetic compounds by green and safe electrochemical method avoids the problems of high energy consumption, high risk and high cost of traditional organic synthesis method, and provides a new synthesis strategy for the safe production of energetic materials.

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    Sequencing Methods for Detection of Nucleic Acid Epigenetic Modifications
    FANG Xin, ZHAO Ruiqi, MO Jing, WANG Yafen, WENG Xiaocheng
    Chem. J. Chinese Universities    2023, 44 (3): 20220342-.   DOI: 10.7503/cjcu20220342
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    All the somatic cells in an organism share the same genetic information, but have different RNA expression subsets. Only part of genes are expressed and perform their functions at a specific time. In recent years, breakthroughs in epigenetic research have helped people understand the regulation of gene expression to a certain extent. Three types of biological macromolecules: DNA, RNA, and protein, are chemically modified after synthesis. These modifications involve the regulation of almost all biological processes. So far, researchers have identified more than 17 and 160 chemical modifications in DNA and RNA, respectively. The interest in various biological functions of DNA and RNA modifications has promoted the development of the frontier fields of epigenomics and epigenomics. Developing chemical and biological tools to detect specific modifications in the genome or transcriptome is an issue of great concern to us, and it is also a key to the research of epigenomics and epitranscriptomics. Herein, we summarize the detection methods of nucleic acid modifications, and put forward some bottlenecks in the existing technologies and possible innovative methods.

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    Application of 2D NMR in Organic Photovoltaics
    CHEN Hongru, BAI Yang, ZHOU Qiuju, ZHANG Zhiguo
    Chem. J. Chinese Universities    2023, 44 (7): 20230104-.   DOI: 10.7503/cjcu20230104
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    Two-dimensional nuclear magnetic resonance technique(2D NMR) plays a crucial role in the structural analysis of complex organic compounds. Analyzing the correlation signals of 2D NMR spectra could help us obtain the information about intra- and inter-molecular interactions. Meanwhile, it is significant to study molecular interaction between photoactive layer materials for organic photovoltaics. Such interaction can help us not only analyze the aggregation behavior of molecules, but also understand the changes in the morphology and stability of the active layer upon the addition of a third component. In this review, we provide relevant introduction on the 2D NMR spectrum, and summarize the related works on the use of 2D NMR in the analyzing the interaction between molecules in organic solar cells. Finally, It offers a perspective on the future development in this technique.

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    High-efficiency Near-infrared Thermally Activated Delayed Fluorescence Based on Tetracyano Acceptor
    WANG Xiaojing, LIU Yixia, LI Yang, YANG Chenzong, FUNG Mankeung, FAN Jian
    Chem. J. Chinese Universities    2023, 44 (12): 20230274-.   DOI: 10.7503/cjcu20230274
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    The near-infrared thermally activated delayed fluorescence(TADF) material 11,12-bis[4-(diphenyla- min)phenyl]dipyrido[3,2-a:2',3'-c]phenazine-3,6,10,13-tetracarbonitrile(FCNPZ-TPA) was designed and synthesized with dipyridinophenazine as the acceptor unit and triphenylamine(TPA) as the donor unit. The introduction of four cyano groups into the acceptor unit increased its electron-withdrawing strength. Considering that tripheny-lamine is a strong electron-donating group, we successfully pushed the emission of FCNPZ-TPA into Near Infra(NIR) region via the incorporation of strong donor and strong acceptor. The steric hindrance between donor(D) and acceptor(A) led to a twisted D-A molecular configuration of FCNPZ-TPA, and thus achieving a small singlet-triplet energy gap(ΔEST). Due to the rigid molecular skeleton and small ΔEST, FCNPZ-TPA based organic light-emitting diode(OLED) exhibited a state-of-the-art maximum external quantum efficiency(EQE) of 8.01% at 742 nm when doped in the 4,4'-bis(N-carbazolyl)-1,1'-biphenyl.

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    Construction and Application of Polylysine Peptide Modified Gelatin Multifunctional Hydrogel
    JIANG Yunjing, HUANG Tongdai, CAO Yuyu, BAI Rongxian, WU Jie, WANG Zuxi, SUN Hongmei
    Chem. J. Chinese Universities    2024, 45 (1): 20230312-.   DOI: 10.7503/cjcu20230312
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    The ε-polylysine(EPL) antibacterial peptide was grafted onto gelatin to synthesize EPL-modified gelatin(GEL-E), afterwards, a multifunctional hydrogel, GEL-E/CMC/OCS hydrogel, with injectable, self-healing and antibacterial properties was prepared using GEL-E, carboxymethyl chitosan(CMC) and chondroitin oxysulfate(OCS).The experimental results showed that the hydrogel prepared has high energy storage modulus, elastic deformation, self-healing, injectable and antibacterial properties. Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate(DG) was loaded into hydrogel, which endowed the hydrogel with anti-inflammatory properties and wound healing ability. The results showed that the drug release rate could reach 100%. Meanwhile, the cell compatibility and the ability of promoting cell migration were evaluated, the results showed that the hydrogels presented very low cytotoxicity and could promote cell migration. All the above results indicated that the GEL-E/CMC/OCS hydrogel has good mechanical properties, biocompatibility and ability to promote cell migration, and has broad application prospects in the field of promoting wound healing.

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    Cover and Content of Chemical Journal of Chinese Universities Vol.44 No.6(2023)
    Chem. J. Chinese Universities    2023, 44 (6): 1-6.  
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    Multi-stage Thermal Decomposition Mechanism of Energetic Plasticizer DNTN Triggered by Cleavage of the Nitrate Ester Bond
    CAO Huawen, TANG Qiufan, QU Bei, HUO Huan, ZHENG Qilong, CAO Yilin, LI Jizhen
    Chem. J. Chinese Universities    2024, 45 (2): 20230398-.   DOI: 10.7503/cjcu20230398
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    2,3-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-2,3-dinitro-1,4-butanediol tetranitrate(DNTN) is energetic material, which is the densest nitrate. The unclear thermal decomposition mechanism of DNTN has seriously hindered its application in propellants. The thermal decomposition process of DNTN was investigated by a combination of reactive force field molecular dynamics(ReaxFF MD) simulation, solid-phase in situ infrared spectroscopy(in situ IR) and TG-DSC- FTIR-MS simultaneous techniques, and the gas and solid products of the thermal decomposition were analysed, the thermal decomposition mechanism was elucidated. The results showed that the decomposition of DNTN was revealed that the process occurred in three stages. During the first stage from 127 ℃ to 147 ℃, the O—N bond in DNTN was partially broken, releasing a minor amount of NO2 gas. In the second stage, between 147 ℃ and 220 ℃, DNTN underwent rapid decomposition, removing the nitro groups and decomposing the quaternary carbon skeleton, accompanied by the formation and cleavage of the microcyclic structure, releasing a large amount of gases such as NO2 and CO2, and at the same time emitting a large amount of heat. The third stage, taking place within the temperature range of 240—350 ℃, involved the high temperature pyrolysis of the remaining solid product of DNTN, which resulted in a limited release of CO2 gas, and above 300 ℃, the remaining solid phase material would further react to result in the production of cyano. In this paper, the thermal decomposition mechanism of DNTN was illustrated from a multistage perspective, which had important guiding significance for its application in propellants and the follow-up research on stability mechanism.

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    MOFs-based Microfluidic Chips for Real-time Online Determination of Multiple Heavy Metal Ions
    CHEN Xiaoping, WANG Xutan, LIU Ning, WANG Qingxiang, NI Jiancong, YANG Weiqiang, LIN Zhenyu
    Chem. J. Chinese Universities    2024, 45 (2): 20230395-.   DOI: 10.7503/cjcu20230395
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    This study combines the accumulation effects of rich microporous ZIF-8 metal-organic framework(MOF) and the electrochemical technology for the metal ions, and the controllable ability of microfluidic devices for the flowing of solution, to construct a new type of sensor to achieve high-throughput, real-time and rapid detection of multiple metal ion contaminations in the environment. The developed ZIF-8-Nafion/ITO-based microfluidic electrochemical sensors have a good linear relationship for Cd2+, Pb2+ and Hg2+ ions in the concentration range of 0.1—100 μmol/L with the detection limit of 0.055, 0.0025 and 0.0016 μmol/L, respectively(S/N=3). The microfluidic chips require less sample volume which reduces energy consumption; at the same time, the microfluidic devices made up of polydimethylsiloxane are also expected to realize the function of flexible electrodes, which is important for the integrated and automatic detection of biological and environmental samples using portable and flexible electro- chemical devices.

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    Electrocatalytic Oxidative Cleavage of Lignin: Facile and Efficient Biomass Valorization Strategy
    XU Jianing, BAI Wenjing, LOU Yuhan, YU Haipeng, DOU Shuo
    Chem. J. Chinese Universities    2023, 44 (5): 20220749-.   DOI: 10.7503/cjcu20220749
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    Lignin, as an intriguing native renewable aromatic polymer, can be depolymerized into aromatic platform chemicals by catalysis procedures, and its high-value conversion is of great significance for realizing the green and sustainable production of biofuels, fine chemicals, and bulk chemicals. With this regard, catalytic oxidation of lignin through electrochemistry offers an economized energy nature with tunable potential or current to determine the products selectivity and conversion rate. However, to realize the controllable degradation of lignin, the electrocatalytic system, including the catalysts, electrolyte, reaction cell, etc., should be rationally designed based on the well-understanding of the depolymerization mechanism. In this review, we focused on the bond cleavage mechanism of C—C bond and C—O bond, respectively, in the depolymerization of lignin. Research works based on the different bond cleavage mechanisms in the electrochemical oxidation of lignin and its model compounds to aromatic monomers in recent years were reviewed here, including the different types of catalytic systems, electrocatalysts, and free radical initiators. Of which the free radical intermediates play decisive role in the highly selective cleavage of C—O and C—C bonds. Finally, the challenges and development perspectives in the future of electrocatalytic lignin depolymerization are also provided.

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    Efficient Oil-water Separation at the g-C3N4/TiO2-PVDF Photoresponsive Membrane Interface: Permeability and Selectivity Differences Induced by Different Exposed Crystal Planes and Performance
    ZU Peng, YUAN Pengcheng, WANG Shuguang, SUN Xuefei
    Chem. J. Chinese Universities    2023, 44 (6): 20230085-.   DOI: 10.7503/cjcu20230085
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    Membrane technology is constrained by membrane fouling of oil droplet obstruction in oil-water separation. A crucial step toward effective oil-water separation is the construction of a functional interface for selective separation of the oil-water mixture. In this paper, g-C3N4/TiO2-PVDF(polyvinglidene fluoride) photocatalytic membranes with different exposed crystal planes of TiO2 were prepared, and the effects of different exposed crystal planes on oil-water separation were studied. The experimental results show that the TiO2(001) surface endows the g-C3N4/ TiO2(001)-PVDF membrane with excellent superhydrophilicity and underwater superoleophobicsuperoil transport properties under sunlight irradiation, and compared with the TiO2(101) surface exposed membrane, g-C3N4/ TiO2(001)-PVDF membrane has better oil-water separation performance. Under visible light, the pure water flux of g-C3N4/TiO2(001)-PVDF membrane reaches 2002.9 L·m‒2·h‒1, which is 60.8% higher than that of g-C3N4/TiO2(101)- PVDF membrane, and 47.1% higher than that under dark conditions. Simultaneously, the rejection efficiency of the five kinds of oil substances is more than 99%, and the high permeation flux of 420.4—665.2 L·m‒2·h‒1 is maintained. The highest rejection efficiency of g-C3N4/TiO2(101)-PVDF membrane is only 61.8%, and the permeation flux is less than 200 L·m‒2·h‒1. The mechanism of different crystal planes was explored by transient photocurrent response and electron paramagnetic resonance technology. The results showed that the g-C3N4/TiO2(001)-PVDF membrane had a stronger light response current and more hydroxyl radical production. The permeation flux of g-C3N4/TiO2(001)-PVDF membrane was still 264 L·m‒2·h‒1 after a 360 min continuous experiment. High rejection efficiency and permeation flux were always maintained in the 8 cycles of regeneration experiments. Obviously, the photocatalytic membrane with exposed TiO2(001) has a greater permeability, selectivity, and stability, which is more appropriate for the effective separation of oil-water wastewater.

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    Recent Advances in Amorphous FePO4 for Sodium-Ion Battery Cathodes
    SHENG Xinru, ZHANG Zhuangzhuang, DING Tangjing, LIAO Jiaying, ZHOU Xiaosi
    Chem. J. Chinese Universities    2023, 44 (5): 20220724-.   DOI: 10.7503/cjcu20220724
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    With the increasingly serious energy and environmental problems, the development of green energy storage and conversion technologies becomes more and more crucial. As an environmentally friendly energy storage device, the rapid development of the sodium-ion batteries(SIBs) has stimulated the demand for high-performance cathode materials. Among various kinds of cathode materials, amorphous iron phosphate(FePO4) has attracted enormous attention as a promising cathode material for sodium-ion batteries because of its high theoretical specific capacity and superior electrochemical reversibility. Herein, this review is focused on recent advances in amorphous FePO4 for sodium-ion battery cathodes. First, the common characteristics and applications of amorphous FePO4 are introduced. Next, the synthesis methods are summarized, including template synthesis, hydrothermal synthesis and some other methods. Subsequently, the research progress of strategies to improve sodium-ion storage properties is introduced in detail, with an emphasis on the relationship between structure and performance. Finally, the conclusion and prospects in this field are discussed.

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    Research Progresses of in situ Polymerized Electrolytes for Solid-state Lithium Metal Batteries
    XU Pan, KONG Weijin, HUANG Xueyan, SUN Shuo, HUANG Wenze, ZHAO Chenzi
    Chem. J. Chinese Universities    2023, 44 (5): 20220670-.   DOI: 10.7503/cjcu20220670
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    In the next-generation battery systems, solid-state lithium metal batteries possesses high energy density, which are also expected to avoid the potential safety issues such as combustion and explosion faced by current commercial batteries. However, the poor solid-solid contacts between solid-state electrolytes and electrodes are crucial challenges to hinder their practical applications. In recent years, the in situ polymerized electrolytes prepared by the in situ polymerization reactions inside the battery have multiple advantages for solid-state lithium metal batteries, including improved solid-solid interface compatibility via interface integration, Li dendrite suppression, inhibited dissolution/shuttle of cathode transition metal ions/polysulfides/redox mediators and enhanced electro- chemical performances. This review firstly discusses the reaction mechanism of polymerized electrolytes, and then analyzes the state-of-the-art in situ polymerized electrolytes. Furthermore, the recent research progresses of in situ polymerized electrolytes in solid-state lithium metal batteries is summarized, emphasizing the important roles in the battery cycling. Finally, the conclusion and future prospects on the commercial application of in situ polymerized electrolytes are presented.

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    有机太阳能电池专刊
    李永舫, 陈红征, 朱晓张, 何凤
    Chem. J. Chinese Universities    2023, 44 (9): 1-4.  
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