Functionalized γ-Boehmite Covalent Grafting Modified Polyethylene for Lithium-Ion Battery Separator.

In the field of lithium-ion batteries, the challenges posed by the low melting point and inadequate wettability of conventional polyolefin separators have increased the focus on ceramic-coated separators. This study introduces a highly efficient and stable boehmite/polydopamine/polyethylene (AlOOH-PDA-PE) separator. It is crafted by covalently attaching functionalized nanosized boehmite (γ-AlOOH) whiskers onto polyethylene (PE) surfaces.

Response to pioglitazone in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease patients with . without type 2 diabetes: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Background: Pioglitazone is considered a potential therapy for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). However, different effects of pioglitazone on NAFLD have been demonstrated in diabetic and non-diabetic patients. Herein, a meta-analysis of randomized, placebo-controlled trials was carried out to indirectly compare pioglitazone in NAFLD patients with .

Ocular biological parameters and prevalence of myopia in vocational high school and general high school in China.

Significance: Higher prevalence of myopia is possibly associated with more extended schooling schedules. Therefore, adjustments to high school curricula may aid in reducing the prevalence of myopia among adolescents.

Purpose: To investigate the prevalence of myopia among 15- to 18-year-old adolescents in Tianjin, China, and to evaluate the impact of different educational schedules on the prevalence of myopia among high school students.

Refractive errors and ocular findings in children and adolescents with mental disorders: a retrospective study.

Background: An increasing prevalence of mental disorders (MDs) has been reported among children and adolescents. However, only few studies have conducted ocular examinations, including those on refractive status, in these groups of patients. Thus, the purpose of this study was to evaluate the refractive status and ocular findings in children and adolescents with MDs compared with matched controls with similar socioeconomic backgrounds.

Computation of Binding Energy of MCS and GO-Grafted MCS with Waterborne Epoxy Resin Using Density Functional Theory Method: Investigating the Corrosion Resistance of the Composite Coatings.

In order to overcome the problems of poor corrosion resistance and low hydrophobicity of water-based coatings. Two corrosion-inhibiting materials, graphene oxide (GO) and modified chitosan (MCS), were added to the coatings to obtain a new type of coating with comprehensive properties. The composite material formed by PVA cross-linked waterborne epoxy resin was named "substrate".

Effect of multi-platform extended care on postoperative self-efficacy and quality of life in patients with osteoporotic vertebral compressive fracture.

Objectives: This study analyzed the effect of multi-platform extended care on postoperative self-efficacy and quality of life in patients with osteoporotic vertebral compressive fracture (OVCF).

Methods: 162 OVCF patients who underwent percutaneous vertebroplasty (PVP) or percutanous kyphoplasty (PKP) surgery in our hospital from January 2018 to June 2019 were classified into a control group (n=78) and an observation group (n=84) based on the admission time. The control group was given conventional health guidance and follow-up by telephone, and the observation group got multi-platform extended care.

Effect of amblyopia treatment on macular microvasculature in children with anisometropic amblyopia using optical coherence tomographic angiography.

To measure the retinal microvascular density in patients with anisometropic amblyopia using optical coherence tomographic angiography (OCTA) and to evaluate the effects of successful amblyopia treatment on microvasculature in retina. 59 children (5-12 years old) including 22 newly diagnosed unilateral anisometropic amblyopia, 16 recovered unilateral anisometropic amblyopia, and 21 control children were imaged with OCTA using 6 × 6-mm macular scan pattern. Vessel densities of the superficial capillary plexus (SCP), the deep capillary plexus (DCP), and the overall macular thickness were acquired and compared among the three groups.

Low-cost and environmentally friendly synthesis of an Al and Mn co-doped LiTiO composite with carbon quantum dots as an anode for lithium-ion batteries.

To increase the specific capacity and conductivity of lithium titanate (LTO), low-cost and environmentally friendly carbon quantum dots (CQDs) were used to composite with Al and Mn co-doped LiTiO (LTO-Al/Mn) to improve its electrical properties. The Al and Mn were successfully substituted for Ti located at (16d) sites in the LTO and the CQDs formed a composite with LTO-Al/Mn. The specific capacity of the first cycle at 0.

Effect of Timing of Initial Cataract Surgery, Compliance to Amblyopia Therapy on Outcomes of Secondary Intraocular Lens Implantation in Chinese Children: A Retrospective Case Series.

Purpose: As a secondary analysis, we reassess the association of initial congenital cataract surgery times, compliance to amblyopia therapy, and visual outcomes for a long-term follow-up in a secondary IOL implantation.

Methods: Retrospective review of records of all infants with congenital cataracts who underwent secondary IOL implantation in the Eye and ENT Hospital of Fudan University from January 1, 2001, to December 31, 2007, and the minimum follow-up period was 5 years. Multiple regression analysis was used and the possible confounding factors were also analyzed to assess the effect on visual outcome.

Energy Storage Characteristics of BiFeO₃/BaTiO₃ Bi-Layers Integrated on Si.

BiFeO₃/BaTiO₃ bi-layer thick films (~1 μm) were deposited on Pt/Ti/SiO₂/(100) Si substrates with LaNiO₃ buffer layers at 500 °C via a rf magnetron sputtering process. X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis revealed that both BiFeO₃ and BaTiO₃ layers have a (00) preferred orientation. The films showed a small remnant polarization ( ~ 7.

[Optimization of preparation technology of LIUWEI cataplasm, a kind of Zhuang national herbs].

Objective: To optimize preparation process of liuwei cataplasm, a Zhuang folk medical herb popularly applied as a kind of rheumatism, rheumatoid drug in Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region.

Methods: Orthogonal design test was employed to optimise matrix proportion and molding technology of liuwei cataplasma with glossiness, adhesive power, matrix residue, skin following and repeatedly exposing as indexes.

Results: Optimum matrix ratio of PANA, pressure sensitive adhesive, CNC-Na, gelatin, dihydroxyaluminium aminoacetate and glycerol was 0.