Rigid Properties of Quasi-almost-Einstein Metrics

In this paper,quasi-almost-Einstein metrics on complete manifolds are studied.Two examples are given and several formulas are established.With the help of these formulas,the author proves rigid results on compact or noncompact manifolds,in which some basic tools,such as the weighted volume comparison theorem and the weak maximum principle at infinity,are used.A lower bound estimate for the scalar curvature is also obtained.     

Structure and identity of 4,4'-thiobisbenzenethiol self-assembled monolayers

Self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) of 4,4'-thiobisbenzenethiol (TBBT) can be formed on Au surface spontaneously. The structural characteristics and adsorption behavior of TBBT SAMs on Au have been investigated by surface enhanced Raman scattering (SERS), electrochemical cyclic voltammetry (CV), ac impedance spectroscopy (EIS), and atomic force microscopy (AFM). It is demonstrated that TBBT adsorbed on Au by losing a H atom, forming one Au-S bond, and the other mercapto group is free at the surface of the monolayer owing to the presence of the nu(S-H) at 2513 cm(-1) and the delta(C-S-H) at 910 cm(-1) in SERS. The enhancement of the vibration of C-S (1064 cm(-1)), the aromatic C-H vibration (3044 cm(-1)), and the absence of the vibration of S-S illustrate TBBT adsorbed on Au forming a monolayer with one benzene ring tilted with respect to the Au surface. The interpretation of the observed frequencies is aided by ab initio molecular orbital (MO) calculations at the HF/6-31G level of theory. Electrochemical CV and EIS indicate TBBT monolayers can passivate the Au effectively for its low ratio of pinhole defects (theta = 99.6%). AFM studies give details about the surface morphology. The applications of TBBT SAMs have been extensively investigated by exposure of Cu2+ ion to TBBT SAMs on Au and covalent adsorption of metal nanoparticles. Electrochemical, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopic, and SERS results indicate that Cu2+ can react with TBBT SAMs and present on TBBT SAMs as Cu(I). A scanning electron microscopic image of Ag nanoparticles on TBBT/Au and the Raman spectrum of TBBT in smooth macroscopic Au/TBBT SAMs/Ag nanoparticle sandwich structure indicate that metal nanoparticles can be adsorbed on TBBT SAMs effectively through covalent linkage.     

Some recent advances in fluidized-bed polymerization technology

The fluidized-bed polymerization process has been in use for decades. From the manufacturer＇s perspective it is desirable to improve technology without major modification of the reactor system. Therefore, in order to meet the demand for new products or more efficient reactor operation, manufacturers prefer to improve the catalyst system in the most cost effective manner. Using polypropylene production as an example, some recent advances in fluidized-bed polymerization technology are presented.     

Selective synthesis of α-methylenyl zirconacyclopentene via cross-coupling of alkyne and allene

α-Methylenyl zirconacyclopentenes are synthesized regio- and stereoselectively via reductive intermolecular cross-coupling of alkynes and allenes promoted by zirconocene species ‘Cp₂Zr’. An interesting reductive intramolecular coupling of the α-methylenyl zirconacyclopentene has been observed in the presence of DMAD/CuCl, resulting in the generation of cyclobutene with an exocyclic double bond. Polysubstituted 1,4-dienes can be given with high selectivity and good yields.     

Crosslinking reaction in the cationic polymerization of 1, 3-pentadiene

The cationic polymerization of 1,3-pentadiene (PD) initiated by AlCl_3 in n-hexane was carried out. Effects of arenes, alkyl halides and ethers on the gel formation resulting from crosslinking reaction were investigated. The erosslinking was reduced by various arenes through a chain transfer mechanism. Alkyl halides such as tert-butyl chloride and allyl chloride could complex with AlCl_3 to generate an initiating system giving rise to a gel-free polymerization, while benzyl chloride reduced the formation of gel by chain transfer. Ethers exerted two effects on the polymerization system: giving a complex initiating system with AlCl_3 to produce a relatively high molecular weight polymer, or reducing crosslinking by lowering activity of carbocations.     

顺磁性铽玻璃法拉第效应温度特性实验研究

利用具有温度控制的磁光调制倍频法,测量了Tb20顺磁性铽玻璃在293K~343K范围内不同温度下的本征旋转和费尔德常量的温度响应特性.结果表明,这种铽玻璃具有敏感的温度响应.以此种玻璃制作各种磁光器件,特别是在准确度要求很高的零锁区激光陀螺中作为法拉第偏频器件时,必须进行温度补偿.最后给出了两种可能的温度补偿方法.     

基于介孔二氧化硅纳米颗粒的可控释放体系

基于介孔二氧化硅的控制释放体系具有良好的生物相容性、细胞靶向性、精准响应性控制释放和到达目标位点前有效阻止药物释放等功能特性。近年来,基于介孔二氧化硅的可控释放体系已成为众多科研工作者研究的热点。本文讨论了基于介孔二氧化硅纳米颗粒可控释放体系的特点,同时以不同的响应特性为主线,系统分析和总结了各种响应性介孔二氧化硅控释体系的开关及其控制释放机制,包括氧化还原控释系统、光控释系统、pH控释系统及生物分子相关控释系统等一系列基于介孔二氧化硅的控释系统,并对该领域未来的发展方向作了展望。     

Targeted Tumor Computed Tomography Imaging Using Low‐Generation Dendrimer‐Stabilized Gold Nanoparticles

We report a facile approach to fabricating low‐generation poly(amidoamine) (PAMAM) dendrimer‐stabilized gold nanoparticles (Au DSNPs) functionalized with folic acid (FA) for in vitro and in vivo targeted computed tomography (CT) imaging of cancer cells. In this study, amine‐terminated generation 2 PAMAM dendrimers were employed as stabilizers to form Au DSNPs without additional reducing agents. The formed Au DSNPs with an Au core size of 5.5 nm were covalently modified with the targeting ligand FA, followed by acetylation of the remaining dendrimer terminal amines to endow the particles with targeting specificity and improved biocompatibility. Our characterization data show that the formed FA‐modified Au DSNPs are stable at different pH values (5—8) and temperatures (4–50 °C), as well as in different aqueous media. MTT assay data along with cell morphology observations reveal that the FA‐modified Au DSNPs are noncytotoxic in the particle concentration range of 0–3000 nM . X‐ray attenuation coefficient measurements show that the CT value of FA‐modified Au DSNPs is much higher than that of Omnipaque (a clinically used CT contrast agent) at the same concentration of the radiodense elements (Au or iodine). Importantly, the FA‐modified Au DSNPs are able to specifically target a model cancer cell line (KB cells, a human epithelial carcinoma cell line) over‐expressing FA receptors and they enable targeted CT imaging of the cancer cells in vitro and the xenografted tumor model in vivo after intravenous administration of the particles. With the simple synthesis approach, easy modification, good cytocompatibility, and high X‐ray attenuation coefficient, the FA‐modified low‐generation Au DSNPs could be used as promising contrast agents for targeted CT imaging of different tumors over‐expressing FA receptors.     

荧光法检测化学战剂

化学战剂,包括神经性毒剂(如沙林、VX)和糜烂性毒剂(如芥子气),属于剧毒化学品,能够严重危害国家安全和环境安全.因此,针对各类化学战剂,开发简单、快速、可便携化、高灵敏度和高选择性的荧光检测技术具有重要的意义.本文综述了近年来国内外荧光法检测化学战剂的研究进展,并对该领域所面临的挑战和未来发展方向进行了总结和展望.     

Construction of Cationic Azahelicenes: Regioselective Three-Component Annulation Using In Situ Activation Strategy

Described herein is a strategy to construct cationic azahelicenes through the three-component annulation reaction of isoquinoline, indole, and 1,2-dichloroethane (DCE), in which DCE serves as an in situ activating agent for C1−H activation of isoquinoline, a vinyl equivalent, and a solvent. This in situ activation annulation reaction features a facile one-step synthesis and complete regioselectivity. The complete regioselectivity of C1 over C3 for the isoquinoline ring paves a path to the helical structure in a highly ordered sequence. One of the synthesized ionic [5]azahelicenium fluorophores exhibits the potential to serve as a mitochondria-targeted biomarker with good photostability and low cytotoxicity.