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Acetone detection with a good sensitivity and a low operating temperature is crucial owing to the serious harm that acetone can cause to the environment and humans and its importance as a marker of diabetes in human exhalation. One-dimensional (1D) semiconductor metal oxides with easily accessible active sites are potential candidates for use in gas sensors; however, the facile synthesis of 1D nanotubes (NTs) remains a challenge. Herein, Ag–NiO/SnO 2 NTs are synthesized via an electrospinning process, followed by spin-coating permeation and subsequent annealing and chemical reduction; furthermore, the gas-sensing properties of the Ag–NiO/SnO 2 NTs are investigated. The Ag–NiO/SnO 2 NT-based sensor exhibits a rapid response to acetone (12 s) with excellent sensitivity and selectivity at a low operating temperature (190 °C). The lower acetone detection limit of the Ag–NiO/SnO 2 NT-based sensor is 50 ppb. The 1D porous NTs efficiently promote gas diffusion during reversible resistance signal cycling and provide numerous active sites. Furthermore, the conjunction of NiO nanograins with SnO 2 nanograins forms a heterogeneous construction, enhancing the gas sensitivity of the sensing layers. In addition, Ag nanoparticles homogeneously incorporated onto the surface of the 1D NTs enhance substantially the acetone detection capability based on noble-metal sensitization. [Display omitted] • Ag-NiO/SnO 2 NTs were obtained by an easy and general route. • Ag-NiO/SnO 2 NTs promote the adsorption and desorption speed of gas molecules. • The Ag-NiO/SnO 2 NTs sensor shows outstanding acetone sensing properties. • The construction of p-n heterojunction enlarges the electron depletion layer. • The decoration of Ag NPs promotes the dissociation of adsorbed oxygen. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

A flexible and stretchable electrode based on polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS)-Ag nanosheet composite with low resistance and stable properties has been investigated. Under the synergistic effect of the excellent flexibility and stretchability of PDMS and the excellent electrical conductivity of Ag nanosheets, the electrode possesses a resistivity as low as 4.28 Ωm, a low resistance variation in the 0–50% strain range, a stable electrical conductivity over 1000 cycles, and a rapid recovery ability after failure caused by destructive large stretching. Moreover, the conductive mechanism of the flexible electrode during stretching is explained by combining experimental tests, theoretical models of contact point-tunneling effect, and finite element simulation. This research provides a simple and effective solution for the structure design and material selection of flexible electrodes, and an analytical method for the conductive mechanism of stretchable electrodes, which has potential for applications in flexible electronic devices, smart sensing, wearable devices, and other fields. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Fiber optic surface plasmon resonance sensors based on bi-layers of Ag–TiO2 and Ag–Cu2O are proposed and analyzed experimentally. Influence of oxide layer thickness on the sensitivity of sensors has been discussed. Sensor based on Ag–Cu2O bi-layers has been found to be more sensitive than that of Ag–TiO2 bi-layers. Also, 40 nm Ag-5 nm Cu2O bi-layers based sensor acquires highest sensitivity. Its sensitivity diminishes with rise in thickness of Cu2O layer beyond 5 nm. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

A competitive new technology, organic metallic halide perovskite solar cells feature a wide working area, low manufacturing costs, a long lifespan, and a significant amount of large efficacy of power conversion (PCE). The spin-coating technique was utilized for the fabrication of pure CH3NH3PbBr3 (MAPbBr3) thin films, and these films are implanted with 600 keV silver (Ag) ions at fluency rate of 6 × 1014 and 4 × 1014 ions/cm2. XRD analysis confirmed the cubic structure of MAPbBr3. A high grain size was observed at the fluency rate of 4 × 1014 ions/cm2. The UV-Vis spectroscopic technique was used to calculate the optical properties such as the bandgap energy (Eg), refractive index (n), extinction coefficients (k), and dielectric constant. A direct Eg of 2.44 eV was measured for the pristine film sample, whereas 2.32 and 2.36 eV were measured for Ag ion-implanted films with a 4 × 1014 and 6 × 1014 ions/cm2 fluence rate, respectively. The solar cells of these films were fabricated. The Jsc was 6.69 mA/cm2, FF was 0.80, Voc was 1.1 V, and the efficiency was 5.87% for the pristine MAPbBr3-based cell. All of these parameters were improved by Ag ion implantation. The maximum values were observed at a fluency rate of 4 × 1014 ions/cm2, where the Voc was 1.13 V, FF was 0.75, Jsc was 8.18 mA/cm2, and the efficiency was 7.01%. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

It was theoretically predicted that electric field intensities generated by surface plasmon resonance (SPR) around plasmonic metallic nanostructures could be reduced after covered by wide bandgap semiconductor, thus worsening the SPR-mediated photocatalytic activities. However, we found that the Ag nanocubes (Ag NCs) covered by AgCl demonstrated an abnormal SPR-mediated catalytic enhancement. Herein the PATP-to-DMAB oxidization was used as a model reaction to explore the photocatalytic conversions. It was observed that the Ag NCs covered by AgCl ultra-thin layer (AgCl@Ag NCs) presented better photocatalytic activities than those of individual Ag NCs under 633-nm excitation. To reveal the mechanism behind the superior activities of AgCl@Ag NCs, the PATP-to-DMAB conversions were also carried out in ambient argon (Ar), in which AgCl@Ag NCs demonstrated significantly higher conversions. These results could be interpreted based on the separation of electron–hole pairs in AgCl through SPR effect of Ag, where the electrons in the valence band of AgCl were excited to the empty states of Ag, leaving holes in the semiconductor and resulting in the oxidation of PATP to DMAB. Thus, our findings may provide a novel way to enhance SPR-mediated photocatalytic activities on plasmonic metallic nanostructures by the cover of an ultra-thin layer of wide bandgap semiconductor. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

A green synthesis of Ag/AgCl with an exceptional SPR and photocatalysis property is greatly benefit to the environmental application especially pollutant removal. In this work, a novel green plasmonic photocatalysis of Ag/AgCl nanocatalyst using aqueous garlic extract (Allium Sativum L.) was successfully synthesized. The allicin and organosulfur compounds in the garlic can act as reducing agents in the green synthesis process. The nanocatalyst properties were characterized by scanning electron microscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), and X-ray diffractometer. The light-harvesting property was investigated by UV-vis absorption spectra which reveals its visible light absorption capability owing surface plasmon resonance behavior of Ag nanoparticles. The degradation and mineralization of methylthioninium chloride (MC) using this photocatalyst were evaluated under visible light and natural solar irradiation. Surface plasmon resonance of Ag nanoparticles and the presence of organosulfur from the garlic extract facilitated adsorption of MC onto the particle surface, promoting greater degradation. The photocatalytic reaction under visible light can be explained by the pseudo first-order pattern with the highest reaction rate of 0.5829 mg L−1 min−1 at pH 10. The photocatalytic activity of the Ag/AgCl under the natural sunlight reached 90% and 75% for MC and total organic carbon (TOC), respectively. The intermediate products detected during MC degradation under sunlight irradiation before final transformation to CO2, H2O, HNO3, and H2SO4 were also reported. The simplicity of Ag/AgCl green synthesis with the photocatalysis properties under visible light and sunlight can offer the convenience of applying these nanoparticles for pollutant removal in water treatment processes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Various studies have shown that the reproductive organs are highly sensitive to toxic elements found in the environment. Due to technological progress, the use of nanoparticles has become more common nowadays. Nanoparticles are used for drug delivery because their dimensions allow them to circulate throughout the body and enter directly into the cell. Antimicrobial properties are increasingly used in the manufacture of medical devices, textiles, food packaging, cosmetics, and other consumer products. Nanoparticles provide several benefits, but aspects related to their effects on living organisms and the environment are not well known. This review summarizes current in vivo, and in vitro animal studies focused on the evaluation of toxicity of selected metal nanoparticles (Ag, ZnO, TiO2) on male and female reproductive health. It can be concluded that higher concentrations of metal nanoparticles in the male reproductive system can cause a decrease in spermatozoa motility, viability and disruption of membrane integrity. Histopathological changes of the testicular epithelium, infiltration of inflammatory cells in the epididymis, and prostatic hyperplasia have been observed. Nanoparticles in the female reproductive system caused their accumulation in the ovaries and uterus. Metal nanoparticles most likely induce polycystic ovary syndrome and follicular atresia, inflammation, apoptosis, and necrosis also occurred. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The presence of cationic dyes in wastewater significantly increase the complexity of processing. Visible-light-trapped inorganic semiconductor for dye degradation has recently become an efficient approach. A convenient one-step co-precipitation process was used to synthesize pristine and doped MgO nanoparticles (NPs). This study aimed to improve the photocatalytic and antibacterial activity of MgO by using different concentrations of Ag (0.03 and 0.06)wt% with a fixed amount of PAA (0.06%). These synthesized samples were used to monitor methylene blue (MB) dye decolourization from an aqueous medium as well as growth inhibition of Staphylococcus aureus (s.aureus) and Escherichia coli (E.coli). The structural, morphological and optical properties of MgO and Ag: PAA-MgO were examined using advanced techniques. XRD measurements confirmed hexagonal and cubic phases of MgO and crystallization supresssion upon doping. TEM micrographs revealed hexagonal NPs morphology of MgO. UV–vis spectrophotometer identified a redshift upon doping in absorption spectra and the influence of Ag: PAA on bandgap. A significant improvement in photocatalytic and antibacterial performances was observed for doped NPs with an optimum degradation efficiency (93%) and efficient antibacterial activity towards S.aureus indicated by inhibition zone (mm) achieved for Ag: PAA-MgO. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

A method for surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) sensing of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) is reported. Fe3O4@PDA@Ag@GO is developed as the SERS substrate prepared by classical electrostatic attraction method based on the enrichment of organic compounds by graphene oxide (GO) and polydopamine (PDA) and the good separation and enrichment function of Fe3O4. The morphology and structure of the SERS substrate were represented by transmission electron microscopy (TEM), energy-dispersive spectroscopy (EDS), X-ray diffraction (XRD) and the UV–visible absorption spectrum (UV–vis spectra). The effect of different temperatures on SERS during synthesis was investigated, and it was found that the best effect was achieved when the synthesis temperature was 90 °C. The effect of each component of Fe3O4@PDA@Ag@GO nanocomposites on SERS was explored, and it was found that Ag NPs are of great significance to enhance the Raman signal based on the electromagnetic enhancement mechanism; apart from enriching the polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) through π–π interaction, GO also generates strong chemical enhancement to the Raman signal, and PDA can prevent Ag from shedding and agglomeration. The existence of Fe3O4 is favored for the fast separation of substrate from the solutions, which greatly simplifies the detection procedure and facilitates the cycle use of the substrate. The experimental procedure is simplified, and the substrate is reused easily. Three kinds of PAHs (phenanthrene, pyrene and benzanthene) are employed as probe molecules to verify the performance of the composite SERS substrate. The results show that the limit of detection (LOD) of phenanthrene pyrene and benzanthene detected by Fe3O4@PDA@Ag@GO composite substrate are 10−8 g/L (5.6 × 10−11 mol/L), 10−7 g/L (4.9 × 10−10 mol/L) and 10−7 g/L (4.4 × 10−10 mol/L), respectively, which is much lower than that of ordinary Raman, and it is promising for its application in the enrichment detection of trace PAHs in the environment. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The study presents the in-situ synthesis of recyclable bio-nanocomposite beads based on chitosan (Cs) and silver (Ag) nanoparticles for utilization in catalytic processes. For the first time, alkaline ethanol solution was used as a physical crosslinking and reducing agent to synthesize cross-linked Ag@Cs biocomposite hydro-gel beads in one-step. The catalytic activity of the prepared beads was evaluated before and after the integration of various Ag contents through hydrogenation of toxic nitrophenol to amino-phenol, as a safer configuration. XRD, SEM, EDX, BET, UV-Vis, HRTEM, FT-IR, and TGA analyses were used to characterize the resulted samples. XRD, EDX, and optical measurements confirmed the successful immobilization of Ag into Cs beads. The grown Ag atoms are well dispersed in the Cs, with an average diameter of around 6.7 nm, according to HRTEM. Because of the synergistic effect of Ag sensitization and large surface area, the optumium Ag@Cs composite beads have high catalytic activity with a kinetic rate constant of 0.143 min− 1, compared to 0.0001 min− 1 for pure Cs beads. Furthermore, regeneration studies were performed to ensure its catalytic stability in the removal of nitrophenol. Finally, the mechanism of Ag@Cs biocomposite hydrogel beads fabrication in a single pot was thoroughly discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

ZnO and hybrid of ZnO/Ag structures in the nanometer size were electroless deposited on the Mg-Ca0.3 alloy surface, achieved from aqueous solutions (10−3 M at 21 °C) of ZnO (suspension), Zn(NO3)2 and AgNO3. The surface characterization of the deposits was carried out by Scanning Electron Microscopy-Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy (SEM-EDS), X-Ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS), Fourier transform infrared (FTIR), UV-Visible and Raman spectroscopy. The nanoparticles (NPs) area size distribution analysis revealed that the average of ZnO-NPs was ~85 nm. Likewise, the Ag-NPs of electroless deposits had an average area size of ~100 nm and nucleated in the vicinity of ZnO-NPs as Ag+ ions have been attracted by the negatively charged O2− atoms of the Zn-O dipole. The ZnO-NPs had the wurtzite structure, as indicated by Raman spectroscopy analysis and XRD complementary analysis. The UV-Visible spectroscopy analysis gave a peak at ~320 nm associated with the decrease in the imaginary part (k) of the refractive index of Ag-NPs. On the Mg-Ca0.3 surface, MgO, Mg(OH)2 and MgCO3 are present due to the Mg-matrix. XRD spectra of Ag-NPs indicated the presence of planes arranged with the FCC hexagonal structure. The reported hybrid ZnO/Ag electroless deposits of NPs are of interest for temporary implant devices, providing antibacterial properties to Mg-Ca0.3 surface, a widely used biodegradable material. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The paper presented the mechanical (MChT), microwave (MWT), and hydrothermal (HTT) methods of zirconium phosphate samples modification in order to improve its adsorption affinity for the Ag (I) ions. The FTIR studies proved that the modification of both gel and xerogel samples with the ultrasonic microwaves causes an increase in the concentration of phosphate groups on the surface of MWT-modified zirconium phosphate: the isoelectric point pHiep = 2.2–2.9 for these samples against 3.9 for the initial sample and pKa2 values were 4.7–5.6 and 6.3, respectively. As resulting from the Ag+ ion adsorption studies, the MWT treatment of zirconium phosphate samples caused the greatest affinity of Ag+ ions for the surface of MWT zirconium phosphate. Compared with the initial ZrP sample, the shift of the Ag (I) ion adsorption edge towards lower pH values was observed, e.g., with adsorption of Ag (I) ions from the solution with the initial concentration of 1 µmol/dm3 for the initial ZrP sample pH50% = 3.2, while for the sample MWT ZrPxero pH50% = 2.6. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Communication in social life is located at a dominant point. Communication is the process of interaction, self-transfer and interpretation for both individuals and groups. There have been certain differentiations in communication techniques until today. Transformations in digitalization have also led to differentiations in communication. Self-presentations and identity transformations are also included in these differentiations. In addition to our fixed identities as a result of technological developments, there are also identities we have acquired. In line with the acquired identities, self-presentations are transferred to the influence of environment, accompanied by various performances. Self-presentations have ensured its continuity by reproducing itself with socialization processes. The norms transferred in this process are internalized in the individual and put into action. The individual, who takes different norms in life, subjects the self-presentations he wants to reflect to reproduction. With certain changes, this process is continuous. Our self-presentations, which we provide face-to-face transmission, have been continuing to be transmitted on social networks in line with digitalization. There are differences in transfer actions with the development of technology. In this study, the effect of the differences experienced with digitalization on self-presentations transferred to social media has been tried to be explained. Accordingly, a literature review has been made and a theoretical framework has been presented. Erving Goffman's dramaturgy approach has been discussed in order to convey the manifestation of self-presentation in the context of digitalization. Within the framework of this approach, an analysis of digitalized self-presentations has been carried out. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The objective of this research is to analyze the mechanical such as porosity; hardness and high temperature wear behavior of Magnesium (MgZE41A) hybrid composites reinforced with Silver (Ag) and Lithium Aluminate (LiAlO2). The various wt. % such as Ag (1.0 & 1.5) and LiAlO2 (1.0 & 1.5) was reinforced in MgZE41A using Powder Metallurgy (P/M) technique. The sintered composites were characterized using Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) coupled with Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy (EDS) line mapping Technique. The porosity and Vicker's hardness of the samples were assessed. Further, the high temperature wear behavior of the composites was evaluated using tribometer with heater setup by varying the heat inputs such as 30°C, 50°C, 100°C, 150°C and 200°C. The results revealed that increasing the wt. % of Ag and LiAlO2 led to decrease the porosity from 0.11 % to 0.09 % due to high compacting pressure and sintering temperature. High temperature Wear rate of the composites was reduced from 2.15 * 10-4 to 0.83 * 10-4 because of wt. % of reinforcement, high compacting pressure and better sintering temperature. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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In this study, we developed a flexible and transparent silver/polystyrene/polydimethylsiloxane (Ag/PS/PDMS) substrate with both high density of hot spots and satisfactory uniformity using a cost-effective approach. Via template-guided self-assembly, PS beads were arranged regularly in nanobowls of a square array on PDMS, whose surface structure was transferred from a commercial complementary metal oxide semiconductor chip. Roughness was introduced onto the PS bead surface by nitrogen plasma treatment, followed by sputtering of Ag which generated many hot spots. Differential roughness on the PS bead surface greatly influenced the morphology of the Ag/PS/PDMS substrate. A meat-ball like surface structure was formed with a plasma etching time of 5 min, whose growth mechanism was proposed based on the scanning electron microscope analysis. The high sensitivity and desirable uniformity of the meat-ball like Ag/PS/PDMS substrate were demonstrated by using crystal violet as a Raman reporter, exhibiting an enhancement factor of 2.7Â Ă—Â 107 and a relative standard deviation of 5.04%. Thiram of a lower concentration than the maximum residue limit on the cucumber surface could easily be detected in situ by the proposed substrate, demonstrating its great potential for in-situ food safety analysis. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In the present communication, a fiber optic biosensor based on surface plasmon resonance (SPR) phenomenon, having bilayers of Ag-Pt with graphene as a sensing layer, is presented. Theoretical simulation is performed to analyze the effect of graphene layers on the sensitivity of the proposed fiber optic surface plasmon resonance (FOSPR) biosensor. The sensing layer graphene onto the bilayer of Ag-Pt is accountable for enhancing the sensitivity of FOSPR biosensor. The trade-off between large sensitivity and large broadening in transmission spectra impose restriction on using the greater number of graphene layers. The refractive index sensitivity of the proposed FOSPR biosensor comes out to be 4216 nm/RIU for the 5 layers of graphene having a large dynamic range of refractive index variation from 1.33 to 1.39. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Visible-light-driven heterostructure Ag/Bi2WO6 nanocomposites were prepared using a hydrothermal method followed by the photodeposition of Ag on Bi2WO6. A photocatalyst with a different molar ratio of Ag to Bi2WO6 (1:1, 1:2 and 2:1) was prepared. The catalytic performance of Ag/Bi2WO6 towards the photocatalytic oxidation of rhodamine B (RhB) and methylene blue (MB) was explored. Interestingly, the Ag/Bi2WO6 (1:2) catalyst exhibited superior performance; it oxidized 83% of RhB to Rh-110 and degraded 68% of MB in 90 min. This might be due to the optimum amount of Ag nanoparticles, which supported the rapid generation and transfer of separated charges from Bi2WO6 to Ag through the Schottky barrier. An excess of Ag on Bi2WO6 (1:1 and 2:1) blocked the active sites of the reaction and did not produce the desired result. The introduction of Ag on Bi2WO6 improved the electrical conductivity of the composite and lowered the recombination rate of charge carriers. Our work provides a cost-effective route for constructing high-performance catalysts for the degradation of toxic dyes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Tuning metal–support interactions (MSIs) is an important strategy in heterogeneous catalysis to realize the desirable metal dispersion and redox ability of metal catalysts. Herein, we use pre-reduced Co3O4 nanowires (Co-NWs) in situ grown on monolithic Ni foam substrates to support Ag catalysts (Ag/Co-NW-R) for soot combustion. The macroporous structure of Ni foam with crossed Co3O4 nanowires remarkably increases the soot–catalyst contact efficiency. Our characterization results demonstrate that Ag species exist as Ag0 because of the equation Ag+ + Co2+ = Ag0 + Co3+, and the pre-reduction treatment enhances interactions between Ag and Co3O4. The number of active oxygen species on the Ag-loaded catalysts is approximately twice that on the supports, demonstrating the significant role of Ag sites in generating active oxygen species. Additionally, the strengthened MSI on Ag/Co-NW-R further improves this number by increasing metal dispersion and the intrinsic activity determined by the turnover frequency of these oxygen species for soot oxidation compared with the catalyst without pre-reduction of Co-NW (Ag/Co-NW). In addition to high activity, Ag/Co-NW-R exhibits high catalytic stability and water resistance. The strategy used in this work might be applicable in related catalytic systems. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This paper presents the dry etching performance and expectation of highly conductive thin metal films that are hardly etched at low temperature with conventional plasma dry etching equipment. Dry etching is performed using a combination of H2 and HCl gases in a reactive ion etching system with low temperature susceptor and electron cyclotron resonance (ECR) plasma source. We could achieve high electron temperature enough to dissociate and ionize H and Cl radicals from H2 and HCl molecules. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Spiders are one of the groups that best adapted to terrestrial life among in invertebrates and are represented by approximately 48,000 species in the world. Although all spiders do not weave webs, the webs of spiders are literally a work of art. The main reason for spider web weaving is hunting. Some spider species live in the nature dependent on the own web, while others continue to live without being dependent on the own web. Although basic taxonomic features generally remain unchanged, some spider-silk weaving apparatus may undergo adaptive variations. In this study, the web structure of the weaving web spider, Argiope bruennichi (Scopoli, 1772) and the structural organization of the web weaving apparatus was observed by using scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The web structure of A. bruennichi, spinnerets especially posterior spinneret and arrangement of its spigots are shown and discussed in the light of the literature.

Developing drug delivery nanosystems with both anticancer and antibacterial effects is of great clinical value. Herein, we report a facile approach to synthesize Ag and quaternary ammonium salt (QAS) co-decorated mesoporous silica nanoparticles (MSNs), namely, Ag/QAS-MSNs, for synergistic treatment of cancer and bacterial infections. In vitro studies demonstrated that Ag/QAS-MSNs not only had a strong antibacterial activity against the bacterial pathogens but also could efficiently induce cancer cell death through an apoptotic pathway. Moreover, in vivo combination therapy with Ag and QAS in Ag/QAS-MSNs was also tested in a nude mouse tumor model, and a significant synergistic anticancer effect, which is superior to that obtained by therapy with Ag-MSNs or QAS-MSNs alone, was achieved. Such excellent anticancer and antibacterial activity of Ag/QAS-MSNs could be attributed to the synergistic effect of Ag ions and QAS. Thus, Ag/QAS-MSNs have a promising future as potent anticancer agents with high antibacterial performance.

A series of Sm-Mn oxides (SmMnO3, SmMn2O5 and Sm0.9Ag0.1Mn2O5) of perovskite-type and mullite crystal phases were synthesized for the catalytic oxidation of CO and C3H8. The Sm0.9Ag0.1Mn2O5 composition showed the highest catalytic activity among the series of solids, especially for the CO oxidation to CO2 with T50 and T90 values of 60 and 95 °C, respectively. The catalysts were characterized by powder XRD, Raman, BET, XPS, and H2-TPR. It was found that the catalytic performance of the solids was correlated well with their redox properties. Synergetic effects between Ag-related species and the mullite phase resulted in more active surface oxygen species and remarkably lowered the reduction temperature of the Sm0.9Ag0.1Mn2O5 solid.

The growth of software demand has caused more competition among customers who expect faster changes and better quality in the software products delivered. The need to satisfy the continuous requirements of the market, the need to keep the quality of products and services, as well as the need to improve their processes become a difficult task for organizations. DevOps arises to handle this continuous change because it addresses the reduction of the gap between development and operation. However, the influence of this new paradigm in organizations becomes a big challenge, mainly related to a cultural change. If the change of culture is not properly implemented, it could impact a team with negative consequences. In this context, there is no specific guidance that helps organizations with their implementation. Based on the lack of guidance, this paper presents the Reinforced DevOps Guidance, which aims to help teams to achieve an evolution of their software development, software delivery, and project management processes toward a proper DevOps implementation. The guidance uses a web platform that allows a dynamic implementation. That way helps teams to understand the set of tasks to be followed and the impact of their implementation on their current organizations. This paper shows both an overview of the guidance, highlighting the web platform, and its application in a very small entity (VSE). The results show that the use of the guidance: provides support toward addressing the effort in VSEs; gives the information of the technology, processes, and teams aspects that should be improved; and allows the cultural change in a pace supported by VSEs.

The effects of trace element Ag on the mechanical properties and microstructure of ZL114A aluminum alloy were investigated by the universal electron tensile testing machine, optical microscopy, scanning electron microscopy and spherical aberration correction field emission transmission electron microscopy. The results show that the tensile strength and yield strength of the alloy are enhanced with the increase of Ag content. However, no significant impact on the elongation is observed with the addition of Ag. When the Ag content reaches 0.55%(mass fraction), the peak aging tensile strength, yield strength, and elongation of ZL114A aluminum alloy increase from 351 MPa to 369 MPa, 309 MPa to 328 MPa, and 2.36% to 2.93%, respectively. There is no evidence of properties of α-Al dendrite and eutectic Si changing under the same condition. The increase of the Ag content promotes the amount of nucleation particles in GP zones, leading to the denser density of β". Ag atoms are observed in the β" phase under high-angle annular dark-field scanning transmission electron microscope (HAADF-STEM) mode, indicating that Ag atoms inhibit the diffusion of Mg atoms as well as Si atoms in the β" phase and the size of β" phase is reduced as a result.

This study prepares Fe 3 O 4 @Ag@TiO 2 (FAT) particles via a solvothermal route, then thermally treats the particles over a temperature range from 300 to 500 °C in flowing nitrogen atmosphere to form Fe 3 O 4 @Ag@TiO 2-x N x (x = 0.056 to 0.15) (FATN) core-shell composite particles. The FATN particles comprise an outermost TiO 2-x N x shell of about 20–50 nm in thickness, a Brunauer-Emmett-Teller surface area of 103.2–152.5 m2/g, and a Barrett-Joyner-Halenda pore size of 12.9–30.2 nm. The particles show dye adsorption and visible-light photocatalysis against a model methylene-blue (MB) dye in water. For the FATN particles being treated at 400 °C, they show a dark adsorption of 54.8% and an additional visible-light photodegradation of 25.1% when using a dyed wastewater with an initial MB concentration of 5 × 10-6 M. This compares favorably to those being treated at other nitridation temperatures. The 500 °C-treated FATN particles yet exhibit a dark adsorption of 99.1% against the MB solution. Use of an external magnet can facilely recycle the composite particles. The recycled particles remain greater than 72% of their initial MB removal capability after use of five times. The intermediate Ag nanolayer can release Ag ions to the surrounding water medium through the mesoporous shell channel. The time-dependent Ag release appears to follow the Voigt-Maxwell model and reaches 0.764 ppm after 48 h, suggesting a long-time releasing efficacy. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In the present work, ZnO nanorods and Ag nanoparticles (NPs) decorated ZnO nanorods (NRs) were synthesized on a Si/SiO2 substrate by a simple chemical hydrothermal route. Various characterization techniques studied phase formation, surface morphology, and elemental composition of prepared samples. Gas sensing measurements for pristine ZnO and Ag/ZnO NRs have been carried out under a low detection limit (2–10 ppm). The highly crystalline nature of NRs aided in achieving a great sensing response. The ZnO NRs exhibit a sensing response of 934% towards 10 ppm NO2 at a working temperature of 180 °C. However, Ag/ZnO sensor gives the highest sensing response of 1075% for 10 ppm NO2 at a working temperature of 180 °C. The cause behind the increment of Ag/ZnO sensor response is explained via chemical and electronic models. These observations make an energy-efficient sensor for the detection of NO2 in the environment. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Nanoparticles exhibiting the localized surface plasmon resonance (LSPR) phenomenon are promising tools for diagnostics and cancer treatment. Among widely used metal nanoparticles, silver nanoparticles (Ag NPs) possess the strongest light scattering and surface plasmon strength. However, the therapeutic potential of Ag NPs has until now been underestimated. Here we show targeted photothermal therapy of solid tumors with 35 nm HER2-targeted Ag NPs, which were produced by the green synthesis using an aqueous extract of Lavandula angustifolia Mill. Light irradiation tests demonstrated effective hyperthermic properties of these NPs, namely heating by 10 °C in 10 min. To mediate targeted cancer therapy, Ag NPs were conjugated to the scaffold polypeptide, affibody ZHER2:342, which recognizes a clinically relevant oncomarker HER2. The conjugation was mediated by the PEG linker to obtain Ag-PEG-HER2 nanoparticles. Flow cytometry tests showed that Ag-PEG-HER2 particles successfully bind to HER2-overexpressing cells with a specificity comparable to that of full-size anti-HER2 IgGs. A confocal microscopy study showed efficient internalization of Ag-PEG-HER2 into cells in less than 2 h of incubation. Cytotoxicity assays demonstrated effective cell death upon exposure to Ag-PEG-HER2 and irradiation, caused by the production of reactive oxygen species. Xenograft tumor therapy with Ag-PEG-HER2 particles in vivo resulted in full primary tumor regression and the prevention of metastatic spread. Thus, for the first time, we have shown that HER2-directed plasmonic Ag nanoparticles are effective sensitizers for targeted photothermal oncotherapy. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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This work aims to define the microstructure and to study the mechanical properties of an Al matrix incorporated with various amounts of Fe2O3 (3, 6, 9, 12 and 15 wt.%) with a constant amount of Ag at 1 wt.%. Al/Fe2O3 + Ag hybrid nano-composite samples are manufactured using powder metallurgy. An aluminum matrix is considered an important alloy, owing to its properties such as being lightweight, strong and corrosion and wear resistant, which enable it to be used in many applications, such as electronics, aerospace and automotive purposes. Various examinations have been performed for the samples of this work, such as Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscopy (FESEM) and X-ray Diffraction (XRD) analysis to estimate the microstructure and phases of manufactured nano-composites. Mechanical testing is also carried out, such as micro-hardness testing, compressive testing and wear testing, to estimate the mechanical properties of the hybrid nano-composites. The results of FESEM and XRD demonstrate that Fe2O3 and Ag nanoparticles are uniformly distributed and dispersed into the Al matrix, whereas the mechanical tests show that enhancement t micro-hardness, compressive strength of 12 wt.% Fe2O3 + 1Ag and wear rate decrease to a minimum value of 12 wt.% of Fe2O3 + 1Ag. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This research aims to investigate the microstructural, optical, and antibacterial properties of silver (Ag) doped titanium dioxide (TiO2) and titanium dioxide - polyvinyl alcohol (TiO2/PVA) nanocomposite powders synthesized by the sol-gel method. The powder state characterization of the nanocomposite powders was performed with SEM, EDS, XRD, laser particle size, specific surface area, density measurements, UV-vis analysis, and antibacterial tests. SEM examinations demonstrated that titanium dioxide nanoparticles synthesized using PVA dopant have relatively spherical morphology. It detected that pure, Ag-doped TiO2 and Ag-doped TiO2/PVA nanocomposite powders are in an anatase phase by XRD microanalysis. The existence of silver in the nanocomposite powders was detected by EDS analysis, XRD, and UV-vis in peak shifts. The silver and polymer dopings were decreased surface area and density values for the TiO2 system. The addition of Ag to the nanocomposite powders significantly improved the antibacterial properties of the synthesized TiO2 and TiO2/PVA nanocomposite powders against Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) and Escherichia coli (E. coli). However, it determined that the antibacterial activity effect was little on E. coli compared to S. aureus. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Co3O4–MnO2 mixed oxides with different Co/Mn molar ratios (9:1 and 7:3) were prepared by thermal decomposition of Co–Mn–MOFs. Then a loading of 0.96 wt% Ag was introduced into the Co3O4–MnO2 support via the conventional impregnation method. The as-synthesized catalysts were evaluated for the oxidation of formaldehyde (HCHO). It has been found that Ag/Co3O4–MnO2 (9:1) performed remarkable catalytic activity for the HCHO oxidation, which could achieve 100% HCHO conversion at 80 °C and retain for 39 h. With the addition of 5% H2O, a slight drop of HCHO conversion (3%) was discovered. Nevertheless, the catalytic activity of Ag/Co3O4–MnO2 (9:1) rapidly recovered as taking H2O away. According to the physical and chemical characterization analysis, the strong interaction among Ag, Co3O4 and MnO2 could improve the reducibility and increase the amount of surface active oxygen species, which played vital roles in the oxidation of HCHO. This study provides a strategy for developing cost-effective and high-efficient catalysts to remove HCHO. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In a dietary supplement presentation, quercetin was used at pH 7 as an efficient reducing and stabilizing agent to obtain silver nanoparticles (AgNPs). They were characterized by UV/Vis, TEM, XRD, and Z-potential to confirm formation and long-term stability. The antibacterial activity was tested against S. aureus and E. coli, high inhibition was found, and their effect remained after 180 days. It is possible to synthesize AgNPs with long-term stability, maintaining size, structure, and enhanced antimicrobial activity under neutral conditions, which has not been reported in the literature. The stability success is attributed to the ingredient present in this supplement. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

A novel Ag nanoparticle modified and carbon layer coated bismuth molybdate (Ag/C@Bi2MoO6) composite was successfully synthesized by hydrothermal and ultrasonic methods to attain a high-efficiency route for both reductive dehalogenation and oxidative decomposition of halogenated organics (e.g., 2,4-dibromophenol, 2,4-DBP). The carbon layer was tightly combined with Bi2MoO6 by C–O–Bi or C–O–Mo bonds, and the coated carbon layer provided a rapid electron transformation route by its excellent conductivity to enhance the separation of photoexcited charges on the surface of Bi2MoO6 according to the transmission emission microscopy, Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, and photoluminescence characterizations. The Ag nanoparticles were deposited via the ultrasonic method and built an electric field to aggregate much more electrons on their surface and separate further photoexcited charges from the photoluminescence results. The 2,4-DBP is efficiently degraded by the Ag/C@Bi2MoO6 composite under visible- light irradiation, and the 0.5% Ag/C@Bi2MoO6 composite demonstrated an extremely removal efficiency of 2,4-DBP (10 mg/L) of 87% within 180 min. The degradation process is started with debromination process in the conduction band by aggregating electrons and followed by the oxidization and mineralization processed in valence band by holes and •OH radicals. This study displays a new approach for halophenols degradation by the heterogeneous photocatalytic process. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The extensive emission of CO2 results in critical environmental issues, such as global warming. Photocatalytic CO2 conversion is a meaningful route to convert CO2 into useful chemicals. However, the highly selective reduction of CO2 with the avoidance of hydrogen evolution is still challenging. Herein, the photocatalytic reduction CO2 to synthesis gas (syngas) was achieved on a metal Ag socketed perovskite LaFeO3 (LFO) catalytic interface prepared by an in‐situ exsolution method. The conduction band of Ag‐exsolved LFO is more negative than LFO, benefiting efficient CO2 reduction. By tuning the dopant Ag cation in the lattice to nanoparticles pinned on the surface, the CO formation rate was improved around five‐fold from 0.51 to 2.41 μmol g−1 h−1. Meanwhile, the H2/CO molar ratio also showed strong dependence on the modality of Ag at the metal‐perovskite interface. The design offers a promising pathway for transforming CO2 to valuable chemicals based on efficient photocatalysts design. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Background: The roles of immune checkpoint inhibitors in the treatment of gallbladder cancer are still unclear and challenged by controversial findings. Recent research has shown that immune checkpoint inhibitors in combination with chemotherapy may alleviate disease progression. Case Summary: A 45-year-old female patient with gallbladder cancer accompanied by multiple abdominal lymph node metastasis was treated with camrelizumab combined with paclitaxel for injection (albumin-bound) and gemcitabine (AG) to downstage the tumor before a radical surgery could be performed. The postoperative quality of life was superior to the preoperative level. Conclusion: Camrelizumab + AG offers a new therapeutic option for gallbladder cancer with multiple abdominal lymph node metastasis, which, however, warrants further validation in clinical trials. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The mesoporous Ag/CeO2 composites with different Ag loadings are prepared using cerium nitrate and silver nitrate as raw materials and the block polymer F127 as templating agent, and the materials are characterized by XRD, N2 adsorption-desorption, XPS, SEM and EDS. The results show that the Ag/CeO2 composities are mesoporous structures with a large specific surface area with the presence of Ce3+, Ce4+ and uniform loading of Ag ions on the CeO2 surface. A number of factors affecting the catalytic degradation of phenol are examined. At an initial pH of 6 at 65 C, the removal of 100 mg/L phenol COD is 79.19% with the add-on of 2 g/L Ag/CeO2 (a) catalyst and 1 mL H2O2, and the catalytic effect Is still above 50% after five applications. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Cobalt (Co) and silver (Ag) were deposited on carbon felt (C-felt) sample and C/Co and C/CoAg electrodes were fabricated. Surfaces structures of the catalysts were analyzed by scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and their chemical compositions were analyzed with energy dispersive X-ray analysis of (EDX). The catalytic effects of the electrodes were tested by cathodic current–potential curves and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) techniques in 1 M KOH solution. Results of the study showed that lower hydrogen onset potential and higher current density related to the hydrogen gas evolution were observed at the C/CoAg with respect to the C-felt and C/Co electrodes as reference points. The better hydrogen evolution activity of C/CoAg was assigned to its structure having a large surface area and possible synergistic effect of Co or Ag. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Antik Yakın Doğu ve Asuroloji alanında oldukça yetkin biri olan Mario Liverani, öne sürmüş olduğu "ağlar imparatorluğu" modeli ile bu alanda çalışan kuram, yorumcu ve alan çalışanlarına imparatorluk metinlerinin tekrar yorumlanması açısından yön vermiştir. Liverani, Asur İmparatorluğu'nun gelişim süreci ve yayılım aşamalarına, ağlar imparatorluğu modeli ile farklı bir boyut kazandırarak tabiri yerindeyse bu alana adını yazdırmıştır. Liverani'nin bir kaynakçada yer almadığı Asur ile ilgili bir çalışma düşünülemez. Diakronik bir bakış açısıyla Asur krallarına kendi tarihlerini sorma şansımız olsaydı, bunu en gerçekçi bir şekilde yazanın Mario Liverani olduğunu söylerlerdi. Bu yazıda, Liverani'nin kaleme almış olduğu Asur İmparatorluk Misyonu isimli kitabı tanıtılacaktır.

Biomedical magnesium alloys have become an ideal material for degradable implants because of their similar density and elastic modulus with human bone. In this study, Mg-3Zn-0.2Ca-xAg (x = 0%, 0.1%, 0.3%, 0.5%, 0.7%, wt.%) alloys were fabricated to enhance the comprehensive properties of the Mg-3Zn-0.2Ca (wt.%) alloys. The microstructure shows that the alloy possesses relatively smaller grain size of 2.08 μm when the addition of Ag is 0.3 wt.%. The Mg-3Zn-0.2Ca-0.3Ag also owns the best mechanical properties whose elongation, yield strength and tensile strength are 4.57%, 5.7%, and 2.4%, respectively, higher than that of Mg-3Zn-0.2Ca. The electrochemical experiments shows that Mg-3Zn-0.2Ca-0.3Ag has lower corrosion current density (30.5 μA/cm2), which indicates that its corrosion resistance has been improved. After immersed in simulated body fluids at 37 ℃ for 15 days, the hydrogen release rate and degradation rate of the Mg-3Zn-0.2Ca-0.3Ag is significantly lower than that of Mg-3Zn-0.2Ca. In addition, the cytotoxicity test with L 929 cells shows that Mg-3Zn-0.2Ca-0.3Ag alloy has good biocompatibility.

We live in a small-world where a person can reach another person via -on average- six steps by knowing a friend of a friend and with digitalization. One of the important questions in small-world research is about which node being in the center of the small- world. In here, with the central node definition, we refer to the node that can connect to all other nodes in the small-world by the shortest paths. In this study, we analyze the connection among actors/actresses of the Turkish Cinema and aim to define the center node in it. We use a graph analysis method that creates an Actor-Movie bipartite graph and projects it into a one-mode Actor-Actor graph to find the center node in the Turkish Cinema. Our results show that actor Sühely Eğriboz is the center node of Turkish Cinema graph with the lowest closeness centrality and average actor number value. Although there are paths that are longer than six steps, Sühely Eğriboz can reach any given actor/ actress with an average 3.142 steps.

Ni-Cr based composites with and without the addition of solid lubricants (MoS2, Ag and CaF2) were prepared by powder metallurgy method. The samples were sintered at different temperatures (1000oC, 1100oC and 1200oC) under controlled atmosphere and various holding times. The physical properties such as sintered density, relative density and porosity were studied. The microstructures and phase studies of the Ni-Cr based composites were conducted using Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) and X-Ray Diffraction Analysis (XRD) while the hardness of the composites was measured by the Vickers Micro Hardness Tester. The results revealed that as the sintering temperature was increased, the sintered density, relative density and hardness also increased while the porosity was reduced. At the sintering temperature of 1200oC, the relative density reached its maximum value. SEM and XRD analysis confirmed the existence of MoS2 and Ag in sintered samples. MoS2 and Ag were not mainly dissolved and/or decomposed even after sintering at 1200oC

Objective: This study aims for molecular identification of naturally growing Bacillus cereus strain from a unique source, able to survive, and alleviate heavy metals from the nature. Materials and Methods: Pure isolate from Murrah buffalo milk was prepared in B. cereus selec¬tive Polymyxin pyruvate egg-yolk mannitolbromothymol blue agar (PEMBA) medium through a cascade of contamination free subcultures. The morphological and biochemical tests were done prior to 16S rRNA gene sequencing for strain identification and further physiological tests. The test strain was inoculated in both solid and suspension culture medium supplemented individually with Cd, Cu, Ag, and Zn to reveal the qualitative and quantitative heavy metal tolerance proper¬ties, respectively. Finally, the data collected from the in vitro assessment was statistically analyzed Results: Molecular analysis revealed that the test strain was B. cereus BF2, which was motile, catalase positive and Gram positive rod. B. cereus BF2 was found significant at 0.3% bile salt toler¬ance [two-way analysis of variance (ANOVA)p value is < 0.0001] where, t-test p value is < 0.0002 between Control Group (CG) and TGR-1; p < 0.037 between TGR-1 and 2; p < 0.0014 between CG and TGR-2. Similarly, B. cereus BF2 was significant in pH tolerant up to 8.0 with p < 0.0115 (in scale p < 0.05). The heavy metal tolerance test revealed that the test metals could not stop the growth of B. cereus BF2 even after 24 h of incubation but partially suppressed the growth kinetics for let¬ting into stationary phase. Among the four heavy metals, Cd and Zn showed partial antagonism to the growth of B. cereus BF2. The survivability was highly significant in the medium supplemented with Zn (p < 0.0001) and Ag (p < 0.018). Conclusion: Bacillus cereus BF2 can survive in selective heavy metals with metal resistance and biodegradation capacity. [J Adv Vet Anim Res 2020; 7(1.000): 62-68]

The review is devoted to the results of studies on the structure, morphology, optical and luminescent properties of thin films doped with the modified Close Space Sublimation method. Using this method, ZnO and ZnS films were doped with impurities of various metals – Ag, Cu, Ga. It has been shown that doping the films leads to an improvement in the crystal structure and radiative properties of films. When using doping with this method, cathodoluminescent screens with high luminance have been manufactured. The screens show more deep green color than C1 and C2 commercial phosphors. The luminance values at 300 K are 200 cd/m2 for the ZnSCu,Ga film and 1100 cd/m2 for the ZnOCu, Ga ones. At 77 K, the cathodoluminescence luminance for ZnOCu,Ga film is 3700 cd/m2 and has not reached the limit value. Doping the ZnO with copper has greatly improved the crystal structure and made it possible to obtain films with white-light emission. Ag doping suppresses the wide visible bands of photoluminescence spectra. The intensity of ultraviolet band is 15-fold increased as compared to their reference non-doped films. The ultraviolet/visible emission ratio reached 20.

BackgroundThe roles of immune checkpoint inhibitors in the treatment of gallbladder cancer are still unclear and challenged by controversial findings. Recent research has shown that immune checkpoint inhibitors in combination with chemotherapy may alleviate disease progression.Case SummaryA 45-year-old female patient with gallbladder cancer accompanied by multiple abdominal lymph node metastasis was treated with camrelizumab combined with paclitaxel for injection (albumin-bound) and gemcitabine (AG) to downstage the tumor before a radical surgery could be performed. The postoperative quality of life was superior to the preoperative level.ConclusionCamrelizumab + AG offers a new therapeutic option for gallbladder cancer with multiple abdominal lymph node metastasis, which, however, warrants further validation in clinical trials.

Green nanotechnology has made the synthesis of nanoparticles a possible approach. Nanotechnology has a significant impact on several scientific domains and has diverse applications in different commercial areas. The current study aimed to develop a novel and green approach for the biosynthesis of silver oxide nanoparticles (Ag2ONPs) utilizing Parieteria alsinaefolia leaves extract as a reducing, stabilizing and capping agent. The change in color of the reaction mixture from light brown to reddish black determines the synthesis of Ag2ONPs. Further, different techniques were used to confirm the synthesis of Ag2ONPs, including UV-Visible spectroscopy, Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscope (SEM), Energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX), zeta potential and dynamic light scattering (DLS) analyses. The Scherrer equation determined a mean crystallite size of ~22.23 nm for Ag2ONPs. Additionally, different in vitro biological activities have been investigated and determined significant therapeutic potentials. Radical scavenging DPPH assay (79.4%), reducing power assay (62.68 ± 1.77%) and total antioxidant capacity (87.5 ± 4.8%) were evaluated to assess the antioxidative potential of Ag2ONPs. The disc diffusion method was adopted to evaluate the antibacterial and antifungal potentials of Ag2ONPs using different concentrations (125–1000 μg/mL). Moreover, the brine shrimp cytotoxicity assay was investigated and the LC50 value was calculated as 2.21 μg/mL. The biocompatibility assay using red blood cells (2ONPs. Alpha-amylase inhibition assay was performed and reported 66% inhibition. In conclusion, currently synthesized Ag2ONPs have exhibited strong biological potential and proved as an attractive eco-friendly candidate. In the future, this preliminary research work will be a helpful source and will open new avenues in diverse fields, including the pharmaceutical, biomedical and pharmacological sectors.