Screening of transition metal and boron atoms co-doped graphdiyne catalysts for electrocatalytic urea synthesis.

Electrocatalytic CN coupling using nitrogen (N) and carbon dioxide (CO) as precursors offers a promising alternative for urea production under mild conditions, compared to traditional synthesis approaches. However, the design and screening of extremely efficient electrocatalysts remains a significant challenge in this field. Hence, we propose a systematic approach to screen efficient double-atom catalysts (DACs) with both metal and boron active sites, employing density functional theory (DFT).

Salicylic acid promotes quiescent center cell division through ROS accumulation and down-regulation of PLT1, PLT2, and WOX5.

Salicylic acid (SA) plays a crucial role in plant immunity. However, its function in plant development is poorly understood. The quiescent center (QC), which maintains columella stem cells (CSCs) in the root apical meristem and typically exhibits low levels of cell division, is critical for root growth and development.