3,6-Bis(methylthio)-9H-carbazole Based Self-Assembled Monolayer for Highly Efficient and Stable Inverted Perovskite Solar Cells.

The photovoltaic performance of inverted perovskite solar cells (PSCs) relies on effectively managing the interface between the hole extraction layer and the light-absorbing perovskite layer. In this study, we have synthesised (4-(3,6-bis(methylthio)-9H-carbazol-9-yl)butyl)phosphonic acid (MeS-4PACz), which forms a self-assembled monolayer on the fluorine-doped tin oxide (FTO) electrode. The molecule's methylthio substituents generate a favourable interfacial dipole moment and interact with the perovskite layer.

MnO Nanowires with Sub-10 nm Thick Conjugated Microporous Polymers as Synergistic Triboelectric Materials.

MnO nanowires coated with conjugated microporous polymers (CMP) are applied as triboelectric energy harvesting materials. The tribopositive performance of the CMP shells is enhanced with the assistance of MnO nanowires (MnO NW), likely due to cationic charge transfer from the tribopositive CMP layers to the surface Mn and Mn species of MnO NW. This is supported by model studies.

Localized High-Concentration Electrolyte in Li-Mediated Nitrogen Reduction for Ammonia Synthesis.

The lithium-mediated nitrogen reduction reaction (Li-NRR) is a promising green alternative to the Haber-Bosch process for ammonia synthesis. The solid electrolyte interphase (SEI) is crucial for high efficiency and stability, as it regulates reactant diffusion and suppresses side reactions. The SEI properties are greatly influenced by the Li ion solvation structure, which is controllable through electrolyte engineering.

A Study on the Job Characteristics of Police Officers and the Status of Musculoskeletal Disorders.

Musculoskeletal disorders occur frequently in industrial settings, and police officers in particular are at high risk of developing musculoskeletal disorders due to the nature of their work, but research on this is lacking. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to examine the prevalence and risk factors of musculoskeletal disorders according to the job functions of police officers. A survey was conducted, targeting active-duty police officers, and data were collected from 4268 respondents who answered all items on the questionnaire.

Synergistic Buried Interface Regulation of Tin-Lead Perovskite Solar Cells via Co-Self-Assembled Monolayers.

Tin-lead (Sn-Pb) perovskite solar cells (PSCs) hold considerable potential for achieving efficiencies near the Shockley-Queisser (S-Q) limit. Notably, the inverted structure stands as the preferred fabrication method for the most efficient Sn-Pb PSCs. In this regard, it is imperative to implement a strategic customization of the hole selective layer to facilitate carrier extraction and refine the quality of perovskite films, which requires effective hole selectivity and favorable interactions with Sn-Pb perovskites.

Polyurethanes synthesized using biomass-derived furan diols as sustainable triboelectric materials.

This work shows that various polyurethanes (FPUs) prepared using biomass-derived furan diols can be applied as promising tribopositive materials. The elastic FPUs having appropriate glass transition temperature () could be incorporated into polyethylene terephthalate (PET) fabrics to form FPU/PET films. The optimal FPU-4/PET film showed promising triboelectric performance with output voltages () up to 405 V and a maximum power density () of 32 mW cm.

Tibial-sided Anterolateral Ligament Injuries Are Associated With Poor Healing and Residual Pivot Shift Testing After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction.

Purpose: To investigate whether tibial-sided anterolateral ligament (ALL) injuries are associated with poor healing and residual pivot shift.

Methods: Patients who underwent anterior cruciate ligament reconstructions within postinjury 6 weeks from January 2008 to March 2021 were included. They had concomitant ALL injury confirmed by preoperative magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and were followed for a minimum of 20 months.

Retrospective analysis on prognosis of oral cancer patients according to surgical approaches for effective cancer ablation: swing approach versus visor approach.

Background: For the surgical treatment of oral cancer, it is sometimes necessary to expand intraoral access within the oral cavity. The "swing approach" that involves lip splitting of the mandible and temporary mandibular osteotomy and the "visor approach" that does not split the lower lip and mandible are mainly used. This study analyzed postoperative outcomes such as complications, recurrence rate, and survival rate by these two approaches.

Radio frequency hyperthermia system for skin tightening effect by filled waveguide aperture antenna with compact metamaterials.

Radio frequency (RF) hyperthermia focuses on raising the target area temperature to a value exceeding 45°C. Collagen is stimulated when the temperature rises to 45°C at the dermal layer, resulting in skin tightening. However, most studies on RF hyperthermia have focused on tumor ablation or using electrodes to radiate an electromagnetic field, which is highly inefficient.

Morpho-molecular investigation of ectoparasitic infestation of companion animals in Sylhet city, Bangladesh.

Ticks (Ixodida) and Fleas (Siphonaptera) are considered among the most important arthropod of public health concern due to their ability to transmit vector-borne pathogens to humans. By sharing a common environment, vector-borne diseases constituted major setbacks to the development of a pet population in Bangladesh. This study aimed to determine companion animal-associated ticks and fleas based on morpho-molecular approaches.

Assessing potential impact of gut microbiome disruptions on the environmental stress resilience of indoor-reared Bombus terrestris.

Bumblebees are crucial for both natural ecosystems and agriculture, but their decline in distribution and abundance over the past decade is alarming. The global importance of bumblebees in natural ecosystems and agricultural food production cannot be overstated. However, the reported decline over the past decade has led to a surge of interest in understanding and addressing bumblebee population decline.

An on-demand bioresorbable neurostimulator.

Bioresorbable bioelectronics, with their natural degradation properties, hold significant potential to eliminate the need for surgical removal. Despite notable achievements, two major challenges hinder their practical application in medical settings. First, they necessitate sustainable energy solutions with biodegradable components via biosafe powering mechanisms.

The first human case of rhabditiasis in Bangladesh.

Rhabditiasis, caused by nematode, has long been recognized as a veterinary concern, however, human infection is exceedingly rare. For the first time in Bangladesh, this study confirmed human rhabditiasis infecting a 12-year-old child. The identification was made based on morphometric features and confirmed by amplifying the mitochondrial 1 gene.