Development of plasma technology for the preparation and modification of energy storage materials.

The development of energy storage material technologies stands as a decisive measure in optimizing the structure of clean and low-carbon energy systems. The remarkable activity inherent in plasma technology imbues it with distinct advantages in surface modification, functionalization, synthesis, and interface engineering of materials. This review systematically expounds upon the principles, classifications, and application scenarios of plasma technology, while thoroughly discussing its unique merits in the realm of modifying electrode materials, solid-state electrolytes, and conductive carbon materials, which are widely used in lithium-ion batteries, sodium ion batteries, metal air batteries and other fields.

High-Performance Microsized Si Anodes for Lithium-Ion Batteries: Insights into the Polymer Configuration Conversion Mechanism.

Microsized silicon particles are desirable Si anodes because of their low price and abundant sources. However, it is challenging to achieve stable electrochemical performances using a traditional microsized silicon anode due to the poor electrical conductivity, serious volume expansion, and unstable solid electrolyte interface. Herein, a composite microsized Si anode is designed and synthesized by constructing a unique polymer, poly(hexaazatrinaphthalene) (PHATN), at a Si/C surface (PCSi).

Novel Gene Mutations Regulating Immune Responses in Autoimmune Polyglandular Syndrome With an Atypical Course.

Context: Autoimmune polyglandular syndrome (APS) is a cluster of endocrine disorders arising from immune dysregulation, often combined with damage to nonendocrine organs. There are 2 types of APS: type 1 and type 2 (APS-1 and APS-2, respectively). In clinical practice, an atypical course of APS is often observed.

[Transmembranous currents of isolated spinal cord neurons of ammocete--larva of the lamprey Lampetra fluviatilis].

The work is carried out with aid of the patch-clamp method in the "whole cell" modification. There were studied potential-activated and chemosensitive currents of isolated spinal neurons of the lamprey larva--ammocete. The described properties of the currents indicate their similarities with those in adult lampreys.