606 results match your criteria: "Minnan Normal University[Affiliation]"

Electrochemiluminescence Detecting and Imaging of Yeast Metabolism Indicated by Endogenetic Co-reactant.

Anal Chem

December 2024

MOE Key Laboratory for Analytical Science of Food Safety and Biology, Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Analysis and Detection Technology for Food Safety, College of Chemistry, Fuzhou University, Fuzhou 350116, China.

Glycolysis, a pivotal step in yeast metabolism, plays an indispensable role as a carbohydrate utilization process crucial for cellular survival. Developing advanced technologies to elucidate this fundamental physiological process holds significant scientific implications. Electrochemiluminescence (ECL) imaging exhibits the advantage of negligible background interference and facilitates straightforward visualization, thereby conferring significant value in biomolecular observation.

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  • - Succession poses a significant risk to the sustainable growth of family businesses, which evolve through a process that involves various "memes" or cultural ideas.
  • - The study examines five established century-old family enterprises using grounded theory to create a model that highlights important memes and their interconnections within the organization.
  • - Recommendations from the research suggest that family businesses should focus on building specialized skills and succession strategies through these memes, while also innovating and adapting for success across generations.
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Visible-Light-Enabled Catalytic Intramolecular Double Oxidation of Olefins to -Hydroxylactones.

Org Lett

December 2024

Key Laboratory of Modern Analytical Science and Separation Technology of Fujian Province, School of Chemistry Chemical Engineering, and Environment, Minnan Normal University, Zhangzhou 363000, China.

We have effectively utilized cost-effective 2-bromoanthraquinone as a photocatalyst to develop an efficient and environmentally friendly method for producing -hydroxy lactones under mild visible light irradiation. Importantly, this protocol only relies on oxygen as an oxidant, completely eliminating the need for additional chemical reagents and showcasing a sustainable approach to chemical transformation. Operating at room temperature, we utilized a mixed solvent system of DMF and CHCl, which greatly facilitated the selective conversion of various 2-vinylbenzoic acids and carboxylic acids to functional -hydroxyl lactones.

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Identifying N Coordination Types of Single-Atom Catalysts by Spin-Modulated Luminol Cathodic Electrochemiluminescence.

Angew Chem Int Ed Engl

December 2024

College of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Environment, Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Modern Analytical Science and Separation Technology, Micro-Nano Organic Optical Materials Laboratory, Minnan Normal University, Zhangzhou 363000, China.

The type of coordinated N atoms in the metal-N coordination structure is of paramount importance to the catalytic property of N-modified carbon-based single-atom catalysts (SACs). Extended X-ray absorption fine structure (EXAFS) spectroscopy is a powerful tool for analyzing the coordination environments of SACs. Despite its efficacy, the limited availability of synchrotron light sources and the complexity of data analysis have constrained its broader application in identifying metal-N coordination types within SACs.

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Dynamic control of the directional scattering of single Mie particle by laser induced metal insulator transitions.

Nanophotonics

August 2024

Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Technology & Systems, Ministry of Education, and College of Optoelectronic Engineering, Chongqing University, Chongqing 400044, China.

Interference between the electric and magnetic dipole-induced in Mie nanostructures has been widely demonstrated to tailor the scattering field, which was commonly used in optical nano-antennas, filters, and routers. The dynamic control of scattering fields based on dielectric nanostructures is interesting for fundamental research and important for practical applications. Here, it is shown theoretically that the amplitude of the electric and magnetic dipoles induced in a vanadium dioxide nanosphere can be manipulated by using laser-induced metal-insulator transitions, and it is experimentally demonstrated that the directional scattering can be controlled by simply varying the irradiances of the excitation laser.

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A fish processed with red vinasse is a type of Fujian cuisine with regional characteristics. In order to monitor the effect of red vinasse on storage quality and shelf life of blue round scad () during storage, the changes in fat content, thiobarbituric acid reactive substances (TBARS), composition of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), pH value, texture, and sensory quality were studied at different storage temperatures (4 °C, 25 °C, and 37 °C). By analyzing the correlation between changes in sensory qualities and physical and chemical indexes, a first-order kinetic model and the Arrhenius equation were used to build a shelf-life prediction model for blue round scad during storage.

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Photoelectrochemical immunosensor for chloramphenicol detection based on cation exchange reaction-mediacted photocurrent enhancement of ZnInS/TiO/TiC MXene coupled with controlled-release strategy.

Mikrochim Acta

November 2024

Key Laboratory of Modern Analytical Science and Separation Technology of Fujian Province, Key Laboratory of Pollution Monitoring and Control of Fujian Province, College of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, and Environment, Minnan Normal University, Zhangzhou, 363000, People's Republic of China.

A photocurrent enhancing photoelectrochemical (PEC) immunosensor was developed for chloramphenicol (CAP) detection based on cation exchange reaction. The efficient split-type PEC immunosensor combined with controlled-release strategy was established using the ZnInS/TiO/TiC MXene (ZIS/T/M) composite as the photoactive material and CuO as the signal response probe. In the presence of target CAP, CuO-labeled CAP antibody (CuO-mAb) was introduced onto the microplate via a competitive-type immunoassay.

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In this study, a new oleogel system was constructed and used as a fat substitute in the processing of cookies. The preparation process of Lour. extract (AVE) was optimized based on antioxidant activity and yield firstly.

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Polysaccharide with anticancer activity from Grifola frondosa cultured in industrial wastewater of Agaricus bisporus.

Int J Biol Macromol

December 2024

Engineering Technological Center of Mushroom Industry, Minnan Normal University, Zhangzhou, Fujian, China; School of Life Sciences & Biotechnology College, Minnan Normal University, Zhangzhou, Fujian, China; Mengdel (Xiamen) Biotechnology Co., LTD, Xiamen, Fujian, China. Electronic address:

Culture conditions for Grifola frondosa using Agaricus bisporus industrial wastewater as a medium were optimized using Plackett-Burman and Box-Behnken methodologies. Plackett-Burman screening identified culture temperature, shaking speed, and wastewater solubility as the key factors influencing G. frondosa biomass.

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Promoting Water Activation via Molecular Engineering Enables Efficient Asymmetric C-C Coupling during CO Electroreduction.

J Am Chem Soc

November 2024

State Key Laboratory of Physical Chemistry of Solid Surfaces, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, College of Materials, iChEM, Fujian Key Laboratory of Advanced Materials, College of Energy, Institute of Artificial Intelligence, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361005, China.

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  • Water activation is essential for reducing CO into valuable products, but enhancing this process has been challenging.
  • Researchers engineered copper surfaces with nitrogen-hydrogen-rich molecules to improve the electrocatalytic conversion of CO into ethene and ethanol, achieving a notable 30% increase in efficiency.
  • The study highlights how modifying CuO nanocubes with these molecules significantly boosts the formation of desired C products, demonstrating a promising strategy for improving electrocatalytic performance and stability.
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Enhancing the phytoextraction capacity of chromium-contaminated soil by co-addition of garbage enzymes and microelectrolytic iron-carbon fillers.

Environ Pollut

December 2024

Fujian Province University Key Laboratory of Pollution Monitoring and Control, Minnan Normal University, Zhangzhou, 36300, China; Fujian Province Key Laboratory of Modern Analytical Science and Separation Technology, Minnan Normal University, Zhangzhou, 363000, China. Electronic address:

Most improved strategies for phytoextraction do not achieve a synergistic enhancement of chromium (Cr) accumulation capacity and biomass. This study investigated the impacts of co-addition of garbage enzyme (GE) and microelectrolytic iron-carbon filler (MF) on soil physicochemical properties, as well as form and uptake of Cr during aging and phytoextraction process. The response of rhizosphere microbial community to co-addition and its role in enhancing the remediation performance of ryegrass was further analyzed.

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Sampling efficiency of flow-through air sampler: Effect of sampling rate.

J Chromatogr A

December 2024

Key Laboratory of Urban Environment and Health & Ningbo Observation and Research Station, Institute of Urban Environment, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Xiamen 361021, China; Ningbo Key Laboratory of Urban Environmental Pollution and Control, CAS Haixi Industrial Technology Innovation Center in Beilun, Ningbo 315830, China. Electronic address:

The Flow Through Sampler (FTS) serves as an efficient wind-powered active sampling device, enabling the collection of a significant air volume within a short duration. Throughout the actual sampling process, the sampling rate of FTS experiences continuous fluctuations, highlighting the need for in-depth investigation into its impact on breakthrough. In this study, we interconnected the FTS sampling column with three distinct pumps, operating at five varied sampling rates under 293 K and 303 K; and breakthrough profiles of PCBs, PAHs and OCPs on the FTS sampling column were investigated to understand the impacts of sampling rate, expressed as linear wind velocity through the cross section of FTS tube (u) on the sampling efficiency of the sampling column.

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Effects of nutritional stress on soil fertility and antioxidant enzymes of rice in different growth periods.

Front Plant Sci

October 2024

Guangxi Key Laboratory of Mango Biology, School of Agriculture and Food Engineering, Baise University, College of Baise, Baise, Guangxi, China.

Stress in plants denotes the detrimental impact of alterations in external environmental conditions on regular plant growth and development. Plants employ diverse mechanisms to mitigate or evade nutritional stress-induced damage. In order to investigate the physiological response mechanism of plants to nutritional stress and assess its impact on soil nutrient content and antioxidant enzyme activity in rice, a field experiment was conducted applying five treatments: control, nitrogen (N) deficiency, phosphorus (P) deficiency, potassium (K) deficiency, and full fertilization.

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Donor-Acceptor MOF Enabling Efficient Electrochemiluminescence Based on TSCT-TADF.

J Phys Chem Lett

November 2024

College of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Environment, Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Modern Analytical Science and Separation Technology, Minnan Normal University, Zhangzhou, China 363000.

Electrochemiluminescence (ECL) is an extensively studied luminescence technique recognized for its efficacy in investigating surface energy states. Effective utilization of ECL to explore and probe the charge transfer mechanisms facilitated by novel luminescent materials is crucial. In this study, we demonstrate thermally activated delayed fluorescence (TADF) based on spatial charge transfer through the precisely controlled synthesis of luminescent materials, which is achieved by incorporating phenyl-carbazole derivatives as donor guests within acceptor-hosted metal-organic frameworks (D-A MOFs).

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Preparation of chitosan derivatives/oxidized carboxymethyl cellulose hydrogels by freeze-thaw method: Synthesis, characterization, and utilization in dye absorption.

Int J Biol Macromol

December 2024

Key Laboratory of Modern Analytical Science and Separation Technology of Fujian Province, Key Laboratory of Pollution Monitoring and Control of Fujian Province, College of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Environment, Minnan Normal University, Zhangzhou 363000, PR China; Research Institute of Zhangzhou-taiwan Leisure Food and Tea Beverage, School of Biological Science and Biotechnology, Minnan Normal University, Zhangzhou 363000, PR China. Electronic address:

This study successfully synthesized hydrogels by modifying chitosan with water-soluble and carboxyethyl groups, followed by crosslinking with oxidized carboxymethyl cellulose (OCMC). Structural analyses substantiated the establishment of robust imine linkages between the amino and aldehyde groups, affirming the hydrogel's architecture. Using scanning electron microscopy and texture analysis, it was observed that incorporating water-soluble chitosan significantly increased the hydrogel's porosity and hardness.

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The diatom shows potential as a source for biofuel production because of its considerable lipid content. Fatty acid β-oxidation plays a critical role in lipid breakdown. However, we still have a limited understanding of the role of fatty acid β-oxidation in lipid content in this microalga.

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  • Prussian blue analogs (PBAs) show potential as cost-effective cathode materials for sodium-ion batteries due to their easy synthesis and high capacity, but they struggle with issues like poor electrical conductivity and phase transitions affecting performance.
  • This study presents a method to enhance the performance of cobalt-free PBAs by reducing crystalline water content and improving conductivity through high-entropy and stoichiometry adjustments.
  • The optimized compound, FeMn-HCF, achieves impressive results: 100% initial Coulombic efficiency, a specific capacity of 115 mAh/g at low current, and strong cycling stability with substantial capacity retention after extensive use.
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Electrophoresis-driven AIE luminogens encapsulated within silica isoporous membrane for acid vapor sensing.

Talanta

January 2025

MOE Key Laboratory for Analytical Science of Food Safety and Biology, Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Analysis and Detection Technology for Food Safety, College of Chemistry, Fuzhou University, Fuzhou, 350116, China.

Acid vapors emitted by chemical industries pose an increasing threat to public health. The development of a cost-effective sensor for the on-site and real-time monitoring of environmental acid vapor is of great significance. Aggregation-induced emission (AIE) luminogens overcome the aggregation-caused quenching effect and exhibit intense fluorescence when supported in the solid matrices.

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Characterization of Hibiscus Chlorotic Ringspot Virus-Derived vsiRNAs from Infected Hibiscus rosa-sinensis in China.

Plant Pathol J

October 2024

Key Laboratory of Landscape Plants with Fujian and Taiwan Characteristics of Fujian Colleges and Universities, School of Biological Sciences and Biotechnology, Minnan Normal University, Zhangzhou 363000, China.

Article Synopsis
  • Progress has been made in understanding the relationship between Hibiscus rosa-sinensis and hibiscus chlorotic ringspot virus (HCRSV), but many interactions are still not well understood.
  • HCRSV infection in H. rosa-sinensis was confirmed using various advanced techniques, and the virus was found to have a 3,909 nucleotide long genome with features similar to other closely related viruses.
  • The study identified specific viral small interfering RNAs (vsiRNAs) derived from HCRSV, discovering that they predominantly come from the positive-strand RNA and exhibit unique patterns in distribution which may relate to the secondary structures of the viral genome.
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Enhanced peroxidase-like activity based on electron transfer between platinum nanoparticles and TiCT MXene nanoribbons coupled smartphone-assisted hydrogel platform for detecting mercury ions.

Anal Chim Acta

November 2024

School of the Environment and Safety Engineering, And Collaborative Innovation Center of Technology and Material of Water Treatment, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, 212013, PR China; Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Modern Analytical Science and Separation Technology, Minnan Normal University, Zhangzhou, 363000, PR China; Fujian Key Laboratory of Agro-products Quality & Safety, Fuzhou, 350003, PR China. Electronic address:

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  • Heavy metal pollution, especially from mercury ions (Hg), poses serious threats to the environment and human health due to Hg's toxicity and bioaccumulation.
  • Researchers developed a novel sensor using Pt nanoparticles (PtNPs) combined with TiCT MXene nanoribbons (TiCTNR) to detect ultra-trace levels of Hg, achieving remarkably low detection limits via colorimetric and hydrogel methods.
  • The new dual-mode sensor offers high sensitivity, simple operation, and portability, making it a significant improvement over existing methods for detecting mercury.
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Heart failure (HF) is associated with the occurrence of mitochondrial dysfunction. ATP produced by mitochondria through the tricarboxylic acid cycle is the main source of energy for the heart. Excessive release of Ca from myocardial sarcoplasmic reticulum (SR) in HF leads to excessive Ca entering mitochondria, which leads to mitochondrial dysfunction and REDOX imbalance.

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Inhibition of polyphenol oxidase for preventing browning in edible mushrooms: A review.

J Food Sci

November 2024

Key Laboratory of Landscape Plants with Fujian and Taiwan Characteristics of Fujian Universities, Fungus Industry Engineering Technology Center, School of Biological Science and Biotechnology, Minnan Normal University, Zhangzhou, P.R. China.

Edible mushrooms are rich in nutrients and bioactive compounds, but their browning affects their quality and commercial value. This article reviews various methods to inhibit polyphenol oxidase (PPO)-induced browning in mushrooms. Physical methods such as heat treatment, low temperatures, irradiation, and ultrasound effectively reduce PPO activity but may affect mushroom texture and flavor.

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Controlling Chlorine-Doped Nickel Diselenide Ultrathin Nanosheets through Steric Effects: An Electrocatalyst for Oxygen Evolution Reaction and Urea Oxidation Reaction.

Inorg Chem

October 2024

Key Laboratory of Prevention and Treatment of Cardiovascular and Cerebrovascular Diseases of Ministry of Education, Jiangxi Provincal Key Laboratory of Tissue Engineering, Key Laboratory of Biomedical Sensors of Ganzhou, School of Medical and Information Engineering, Scientific Research Center, Gannan Medical University, Ganzhou 341000, P. R. China.

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  • The study focuses on developing effective electrocatalysts for the oxygen evolution reaction (OER) and urea oxidation reaction (UOR) to enhance hydrogen production.* -
  • Researchers used a ligand substitution strategy to create ultrathin-nanosheet catalysts made of Cl-doped NiSe, achieving notable electrochemical performance with low overpotentials during OER and UOR.* -
  • The success of these catalysts is mainly due to the influence of nonmetallic elements (Se and Cl) on the metal sites, which improves their electrocatalytic activity, highlighting potential for industrial applications.*
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Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) plays an important role in stabilising the knee joint, prevents excessive anterior translation of the tibia, and provides rotational stability. ACL injuries commonly occur as a result of rapid deceleration, sudden change in direction, or direct impact to the knee during sports activities. Although several deep learning techniques have recently been applied in the detection of ACL tears, challenges such as effective slice filtering and the nuanced relationship between varying tear grades still remain underexplored.

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Transcriptome Analysis Revealed the Anabolic Regulation of Chlorophyll and Carotenoids in Curcuma alismatifolia Bracts.

Biochem Genet

September 2024

Key Laboratory of Landscape Plants With Fujian and Taiwan Characteristics of Fujian Colleges and Universities, Minnan Normal University, Zhangzhou, 363000, China.

Curcuma alismatifolia is an attractive ornamental plant in the ginger family. Its bracts come in a variety of colors and are commonly used as cut flowers, potted plants, and landscaping. To investigate the regulation of bract pigmentation in C.

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