Since its first report in 2009,CH_3NH_3PbI_3-based perovskite solar cells(PSCs)have emerged as one of the most exciting developments in the next generation photovoltaic(PV)technologies[1],with its PV conversion effici...Since its first report in 2009,CH_3NH_3PbI_3-based perovskite solar cells(PSCs)have emerged as one of the most exciting developments in the next generation photovoltaic(PV)technologies[1],with its PV conversion efficiency(PCE)rising spectacularly from3.81% to 22.1% in just 7 years.Such rapid advance is展开更多
Polymer electron acceptors are the key materials in all-polymer solar cells(all-PSCs).In this review,we focused on introducing the principle of boron-nitrogen coordination bond(B←N),and summarizing our recent researc...Polymer electron acceptors are the key materials in all-polymer solar cells(all-PSCs).In this review,we focused on introducing the principle of boron-nitrogen coordination bond(B←N),and summarizing our recent research on polymer electron acceptors containing B←N unit for efficient all-PSC devices.Two approaches have been reported to design polymer electron acceptors using B←N unit.One is to replace a C-C unit by a B←N unit in conjugated polymers to transform a polymer electron donor to a polymer electron acceptor.The other approach is to construct novel electron-deficient building block based on B←N unit for polymer electron acceptors.The polymer electron acceptors containing B←N unit showed tunable lowest unoccupied molecular orbital(LUMO) energy levels and exhibited excellent all-PSC device performance with power conversion efficiency of exceeding6%.These results indicate that organic boron chemistry is a new toolbox to develop functional polymer materials for optoelectronic device applications.展开更多
The present study is to determine the suitable protoscolices （PSCs） density for long-time culturing in vitro. The PSCs were divided into eight groups with different densities and the viability tests were carried out...The present study is to determine the suitable protoscolices （PSCs） density for long-time culturing in vitro. The PSCs were divided into eight groups with different densities and the viability tests were carried out with 0.1% methylene blue staining. Then the infection ability of cultured PSCs was assessed by the mean cyst weight of mice inoculated intraperitoneally with PSCs after 8 months post-infection.展开更多
The multiple absorber layer perovskite solar cells(PSCs)with charge transport layers-free(CTLs-free)have drawn widespread research interest due to their simplified architecture and promising photoelectric characterist...The multiple absorber layer perovskite solar cells(PSCs)with charge transport layers-free(CTLs-free)have drawn widespread research interest due to their simplified architecture and promising photoelectric characteristics.Under the circumstances,the novel design of CTLs-free inversion PSCs with stable and nontoxic three absorber layers(triple Cs_(3)Bi_(2)I_(9),single MASnI_(3),double Cs_(2)TiBr_(6))as optical-harvester has been numerically simulated by utilizing wxAMPS simulation software and achieved high power conversion efficiency(PCE)of 14.8834%.This is owing to the innovative architecture of PSCs favors efficient transport and extraction of more holes and the slender band gap MASnI_(3)extends the absorption spectrum to the near-infrared periphery compared with the two absorber layers architecture of PSCs.Moreover,the performance of the device with p-type-Cs_(3)Bi_(2)I_(9)/p-type-MASnI_(3)/n-type-Cs_(2)TiBr_(6)architecture is superior to the one with the p-type-Cs_(3)Bi_(2)I_(9)/ntype-MASnI_(3)/n-type-Cs_(2)TiBr_(6)architecture due to less carrier recombination and higher carrier life time inside the absorber layers.The simulation results reveal that Cs_(2)TiF_(6)double perovskite material stands out as the best alternative.Additionally,an excellent PCE of 21.4530%can be obtained with the thicker MASnI_(3)absorber layer thickness(0.4μm).Lastly,the highestperformance photovoltaic devices(28.6193%)can be created with the optimized perovskite doping density of around E15 cm^(3)(Cs_(3)Bi_(2)I_(9)),E18 cm^(3)(MASnI_(3)),and 1.5E19 cm^(3)(Cs_(2)TiBr_(6)).This work manifests that the proposed CTLs-free PSCs with multi-absorber layers shall be a relevant reference for forward applications in electro-optical and optoelectronic devices.展开更多
Polyaluminocarbosilane（PACS） was synthesized by the reaction of aluminum acetylacetonate（（Al（AcAc）3）） with polysilacarbosilane （PSCS）, which was prepared by thermolysis and condensation of polydimethylsilane...Polyaluminocarbosilane（PACS） was synthesized by the reaction of aluminum acetylacetonate（（Al（AcAc）3）） with polysilacarbosilane （PSCS）, which was prepared by thermolysis and condensation of polydimethylsilane （PDMS）. The sublimation of Al（AcAc）3 could be avoided by the use of PSCS as reactant. The empirical formula of PACS was SiC2.01H7.66O0.13Al0.02, which has the relative molecular mass of 2 265. When the reaction of PSCS with Al（AcAc）3 proceeds, an enormous decrease in the number of Si—H bonds in PSCS is observed, at the same time, gas acetylacetonate is a by-product of the reaction based on the ligands of Al（AcAc）3. The reaction mechanism is found to be related to the increase in the molecular mass of PACS by the cross-linking reaction of （Si—H） bonds in PSCS with Al（AcAc）3, which leads to the formation of Si—Al bonds.展开更多
Fullerene derivatives are highly attractive materials in solar cells,organic thermoelectrics,and other devices.However,the intrinsic low electron mobility and electrical conductivity restrict their potential device pe...Fullerene derivatives are highly attractive materials in solar cells,organic thermoelectrics,and other devices.However,the intrinsic low electron mobility and electrical conductivity restrict their potential device performance,such as perovskite solar cells(PSCs).Herein,we successfully enhanced the electric properties and morphology of phenyl-C61-butyric acid methyl ester(PCBM)by n-doping it with a benzimidazoline derivative,9-(1,3-dimethyl-2,3-dihydro-1H-benzoimidazol-2-yl)-julolidine(JLBI-H)via a solution process.We found the n-doping can not only improve the conductivity and optimize the band alignment but also enable the PCBM to have a constantly strong charge extraction ability in a wide temperature from 173 to 373 K,which guarantees a stable photovoltaic performance of the corresponding PSCs under a wide range of operating temperatures.With the JLBI-H-doped PCBM,we improved the efficiency from 17.9%to 19.8%,along with enhanced stability of the nonencapsulated devices following the aging protocol of ISOS-D-1.展开更多
Embryonic stem（ES）cells,a type of pluripotent stem cells（PSCs）that are derived from the inner cell mass of blastocysts,have been discovered for more than three decades[1].Given the almost infinite self-renewal cap...Embryonic stem（ES）cells,a type of pluripotent stem cells（PSCs）that are derived from the inner cell mass of blastocysts,have been discovered for more than three decades[1].Given the almost infinite self-renewal capacity and the potential to differentiate into any specific cell type in an individual,ES cells and PSCs have brought hope for the treatment of many unmet diseases.However,the advantages of PSCs-the highly proliferative and plastic capacities,also give rise to concerns regarding the development of tumors.展开更多
Here,a novel strategy is proposed targeting the volatility of A-site cations and the disordered arrangement of perovskite grains through employing Cs~+contained metal-organic frameworks In-aip(Cs)obtained by ion-excha...Here,a novel strategy is proposed targeting the volatility of A-site cations and the disordered arrangement of perovskite grains through employing Cs~+contained metal-organic frameworks In-aip(Cs)obtained by ion-exchange and crystalline transform.Interatomic forces between Cs-O atoms split the pore channels of the pristine In-aip,endowing In-aip(Cs)with multidimensional charge transport channels,In addition,the partially freed Cs~+in the interlayer compensates for the vacancy of A-site cations during the perovskite preparation process.The In-aip(Cs)modified perovskite films have a flat morphology,large grains and excellent optoelectronic properties.Benefiting from the high-quality perovskite films and faster charge extraction,the In-aip(Cs)-modified PSCs achieved a champion PCE of 23.03%,superior to the In-aip-modified(22.29%)and control device(21.13%),More importantly,the unencapsulated PSCs modified with In-aip(Cs)exhibited outstanding humidity and thermal stability.Over a period of almost 1000 h,the unencapsulated In-aip(Cs)-modified device retained 85%of its initial PCE after storing in a glove box at 85℃,and retained 87%of the primary PCE upon storage in ambient condition at 25℃under a humidity of 40%.展开更多
To determine the biological effects of extracelluar signal regulated kinase (ERK) specific inhibitor PD98059 on pancreatic stellate cells (PSCs) activated by platelet-derived factor-BB (PDGF-BB), cultured rat PSCs wer...To determine the biological effects of extracelluar signal regulated kinase (ERK) specific inhibitor PD98059 on pancreatic stellate cells (PSCs) activated by platelet-derived factor-BB (PDGF-BB), cultured rat PSCs were co-incubated at 37 ℃ for 24 h with 25 ng/ml PDGF-BB and different doses of PD98059 (ranging from 5 ng/ml to 40 ng/ml). Expression of pERK1 protein was detected by Western blot and collagen α1 (Ⅰ) mRNA was tested by reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR). Our results showed that there were statistical differences in the expression of pERK1 protein in all groups. Expression of pERK1 protein was up-regulated in the group treated by PDGF-BB, and gradually down-regulated in the other groups treated by PD98059 of different doses. An excellent positive correlation was revealed between the inhibitory effect and PD98059 concentrations. It was also observed that the expression of collagen α1 (Ⅰ) mRNA had similar response to pERK1. The level of collagen α1 (Ⅰ) mRNA was the highest in the PDGF-BB group, and gradually reduced in the other groups treated by PD98059 of different doses. It is concluded that expression of pERK1 protein and collagen α1 (Ⅰ) mRNA was up-regulated in rat PSCs activated by PDGF-BB. Meanwhile, PD98059 could inhibit PSCs activation mediated by PDGF. It is suggested that ERK1 protein plays an important role on PSCs activation mediated by PDGF signal pathway.展开更多
Hematopoietic stem cells(HSCs) are specified and generated during the embryonic development and have remarkable potential to replenish the full set of blood cell lineages. Researchers have long been interested in clar...Hematopoietic stem cells(HSCs) are specified and generated during the embryonic development and have remarkable potential to replenish the full set of blood cell lineages. Researchers have long been interested in clarifying the molecular events involved in HSC specification. Many studies have reported the development of methods for generating functional hematopoietic cells from pluripotent stem cells(PSCs-embryonic stem cells(ESCs) and induced pluripotent stem cells(i PSCs)) for decades. However, the generation of HSCs with robust long-term repopulation potential remains a swingeing challenge, of which a major factor contributing to this failure is the difficulty to define the intraembryonic signals related to the specification of HSCs. Since HSCs directly derive from hemogenic endothelium, in this review, we summarize both in vivo and in vitro studies on conserved signaling pathways that control the specification of HSCs from hemogenic endothelial cells.展开更多
AIM: Activated pancreatic stellate cells (PSCs) are implicated in the pathogenesis of pancreatic inflammation and fibrosis,where oxidative stress is thought to play a key role. 4-hydroxy-2,3-nonenal (HNE) is generated...AIM: Activated pancreatic stellate cells (PSCs) are implicated in the pathogenesis of pancreatic inflammation and fibrosis,where oxidative stress is thought to play a key role. 4-hydroxy-2,3-nonenal (HNE) is generated endogenously during the process of lipid peroxidation, and has been accepted as a mediator of oxidative stress. The aim of this study was to clarify the effects of HNE on the activation of signal transduction pathways and cellular functions in PSCs.METHODS: PSCs were isolated from the pancreas of male Wistar rats after perfusion with collagenase P, and used in their culture-activated, myofibroblast-like phenotype unless otherwise stated. PSCs were treated with physiologically relevant and non-cytotoxic concentrations (up to 5 μmol/L) of HNE. Activation of transcription factors was examined by electrophoretic mobility shift assay and luciferase assay.Activation of mitogen-activated protein (MAP) kinases was assessed by Western blotting using anti-phosphospecific antibodies. Cell proliferation was assessed by measuring the incorporation of 5-bromo-2'-deoxyuridine. Production of type Ⅰ collagen and monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 was determined by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay.The effect of HNE on the transformation of freshly isolated PSCs in culture was also assessed.RESULTS: HNE activated activator protein-1, but not nuclear factor KB. In addition, HNE activated three classes of MAP kinases: extrcellular signal-regulated kinase, c-jun N-terminal kinase, and p38 MAP kinase. HNE increased type I collagen production through the activation of p38 MAP kinase and c-jun N-terminal kinase. HNE did not alter the proliferation,or monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 production. HNE did not initiate the transformation of freshly isolated PSCs to myofibroblast-like phenotype.CONCLUSION: Spedflc activation of these signal transduction pathways and altered cell functions such as collagen production by HNE may play a role in the pathogenesis of pancreatic disorders.展开更多
lidar system (694 nm) was used to measure the stratospheric aerosol layer at Zhongshan Station (69°22'S, 76°22'E ) in 1993. A total of 53 sets of lidar data presented in this paper were obtained over...lidar system (694 nm) was used to measure the stratospheric aerosol layer at Zhongshan Station (69°22'S, 76°22'E ) in 1993. A total of 53 sets of lidar data presented in this paper were obtained over a period of 224 days between March 27 and November 5, 1993. The average vertical profiles of stratospheric aerosol backscattering ratio and the integrated backscatter coefficient over the 12 km～30 km altitude range were reversed from the return signal of lidar. The results of observations show that the stratospheric aerosol content more noticeably enhanced in 1993 than that in 1990 due to Mt. Pinatubo eruption in Philippines in June of 1991. Polar Stratospheric Clouds (PSCs) were observed from late May until early August. The vertical profiles of stratospheric aerosol backscattering ratio at Antarctica in 1993 show a clear double-layer structure. One layer is at an altitude of about 12 km,the other is at an altitude of about 25 km. The upper layer is varied with season.展开更多
A solution-processed zinc oxide (ZnO) thin film as the buffer layer with optimized processes especially the annealing conditions for inverted polymer solar cells (PSCs) has been demonstrated. Firstly the thickness of ...A solution-processed zinc oxide (ZnO) thin film as the buffer layer with optimized processes especially the annealing conditions for inverted polymer solar cells (PSCs) has been demonstrated. Firstly the thickness of ZnO buffer layer was optimized, and different annealing conditions including temperature and time have also been taken into consideration. And the best Power Conversion Efficiency (PCE) 3.434% was observed when the ZnO buffer layer was spin–coated at 1500 rpm and annealed at 275℃ for 5 min, and AFM results showed that morphology of this ZnO film has the best uniformity which was beneficial to form high quality polymer composite active layer.展开更多
Inverted perovskite solar cells using pristine PEDOT:PSS as the hole-transporting layer (HTL) have been widely studied for its less hysteresis and low-temperature preparation technologies. However, this device suffers...Inverted perovskite solar cells using pristine PEDOT:PSS as the hole-transporting layer (HTL) have been widely studied for its less hysteresis and low-temperature preparation technologies. However, this device suffers from an inferior open-circuit voltage (VOC) and stability problems. Several attempts have made on film formation and interface engineering to improve the efficiency. Modification proved beneficial to decrease energy offset at the interface between the HTL layer and the adjacent perovskite layer. In this paper, modification PEDOT:PSS layers were realized with a dimethyl formamide (DMF) solvent. The sulfonic acid distribution was homogenized in the normal directi on after modification. The work function of the modified PEDOT:PSS layers increased from 4.71 to 5.07eV, and the conductivity of modified PEDOT:PSS increased from 3×10^-4 to 0.45 S/cm. The as-deposited perovskite films were more uniform with larger grain sizes and less pinholes, resulting in an improved VOC from 0.93 to 1.048 V, while the efficiency was increased from 11.5% to 16.8%. Solar cells without encapsulation under the 50 h and 50% humidity aging test showed 7% degradation of fill factor (FF) with 50 v/v% PEDOT:PSS layer, while the fill factor decreased 11.2% in the 0 v/v% PEDOT:PSS layer, respectively.展开更多
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2016YFA0201001,2016YFA0300804)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(11627801,51102172,51672007,51502007,11772207)+4 种基金the Leading Talents Program of Guangdong Province(2016LJ06C372)Shenzhen Science and Technology Innovation Committee(JCYJ20170307165905513,JCYJ20170413152832151)the Natural Science Foundation for Outstanding Young Researcher in Hebei Province(E2016210093)the Key Program of Educational Commission of Hebei Province of China(ZD2016022)the Youth Top-notch Talents Supporting Plan of Hebei Province
文摘Since its first report in 2009,CH_3NH_3PbI_3-based perovskite solar cells(PSCs)have emerged as one of the most exciting developments in the next generation photovoltaic(PV)technologies[1],with its PV conversion efficiency(PCE)rising spectacularly from3.81% to 22.1% in just 7 years.Such rapid advance is
基金supported by the National Key Basic Research and Development Program of China(2014CB643504,2015CB655001)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(51373165,21625403,21574129,21404099)+1 种基金the Strategic Priority Research Program of Chinese Academy of Sciences(XDB12010200)the Youth Innovation Promotion Association of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(2017265)
文摘Polymer electron acceptors are the key materials in all-polymer solar cells(all-PSCs).In this review,we focused on introducing the principle of boron-nitrogen coordination bond(B←N),and summarizing our recent research on polymer electron acceptors containing B←N unit for efficient all-PSC devices.Two approaches have been reported to design polymer electron acceptors using B←N unit.One is to replace a C-C unit by a B←N unit in conjugated polymers to transform a polymer electron donor to a polymer electron acceptor.The other approach is to construct novel electron-deficient building block based on B←N unit for polymer electron acceptors.The polymer electron acceptors containing B←N unit showed tunable lowest unoccupied molecular orbital(LUMO) energy levels and exhibited excellent all-PSC device performance with power conversion efficiency of exceeding6%.These results indicate that organic boron chemistry is a new toolbox to develop functional polymer materials for optoelectronic device applications.
基金supported by International Collaboration on Drug and Diagnostics Innovation of Tropical Diseases in China (International S&T Cooperation 2010DFB73280)Technology Development Research for Science Research Institute (2011EG150312)the Youth Project of Shanghai Municipal Health Bureau (87)
文摘The present study is to determine the suitable protoscolices （PSCs） density for long-time culturing in vitro. The PSCs were divided into eight groups with different densities and the viability tests were carried out with 0.1% methylene blue staining. Then the infection ability of cultured PSCs was assessed by the mean cyst weight of mice inoculated intraperitoneally with PSCs after 8 months post-infection.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(Grant No.2018YFA0704300)the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province of China(Grant No.BK20201285).
文摘The multiple absorber layer perovskite solar cells(PSCs)with charge transport layers-free(CTLs-free)have drawn widespread research interest due to their simplified architecture and promising photoelectric characteristics.Under the circumstances,the novel design of CTLs-free inversion PSCs with stable and nontoxic three absorber layers(triple Cs_(3)Bi_(2)I_(9),single MASnI_(3),double Cs_(2)TiBr_(6))as optical-harvester has been numerically simulated by utilizing wxAMPS simulation software and achieved high power conversion efficiency(PCE)of 14.8834%.This is owing to the innovative architecture of PSCs favors efficient transport and extraction of more holes and the slender band gap MASnI_(3)extends the absorption spectrum to the near-infrared periphery compared with the two absorber layers architecture of PSCs.Moreover,the performance of the device with p-type-Cs_(3)Bi_(2)I_(9)/p-type-MASnI_(3)/n-type-Cs_(2)TiBr_(6)architecture is superior to the one with the p-type-Cs_(3)Bi_(2)I_(9)/ntype-MASnI_(3)/n-type-Cs_(2)TiBr_(6)architecture due to less carrier recombination and higher carrier life time inside the absorber layers.The simulation results reveal that Cs_(2)TiF_(6)double perovskite material stands out as the best alternative.Additionally,an excellent PCE of 21.4530%can be obtained with the thicker MASnI_(3)absorber layer thickness(0.4μm).Lastly,the highestperformance photovoltaic devices(28.6193%)can be created with the optimized perovskite doping density of around E15 cm^(3)(Cs_(3)Bi_(2)I_(9)),E18 cm^(3)(MASnI_(3)),and 1.5E19 cm^(3)(Cs_(2)TiBr_(6)).This work manifests that the proposed CTLs-free PSCs with multi-absorber layers shall be a relevant reference for forward applications in electro-optical and optoelectronic devices.
文摘Polyaluminocarbosilane（PACS） was synthesized by the reaction of aluminum acetylacetonate（（Al（AcAc）3）） with polysilacarbosilane （PSCS）, which was prepared by thermolysis and condensation of polydimethylsilane （PDMS）. The sublimation of Al（AcAc）3 could be avoided by the use of PSCS as reactant. The empirical formula of PACS was SiC2.01H7.66O0.13Al0.02, which has the relative molecular mass of 2 265. When the reaction of PSCS with Al（AcAc）3 proceeds, an enormous decrease in the number of Si—H bonds in PSCS is observed, at the same time, gas acetylacetonate is a by-product of the reaction based on the ligands of Al（AcAc）3. The reaction mechanism is found to be related to the increase in the molecular mass of PACS by the cross-linking reaction of （Si—H） bonds in PSCS with Al（AcAc）3, which leads to the formation of Si—Al bonds.
基金National Key Research and Development Plan,Grant/Award Number:2019YFE0107200National Natural Science Foundation of China,Grant/Award Numbers:22075221,52002302,91963209+4 种基金Key Research and Development Project of Shanxi Province,Grant/Award Number:202202060301003Hubei Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China,Grant/Award Number:2022CFB1000Knowledge Innovation Program of Wuhan-Shuguang Project,Grant/Award Number:2023010201020367State Key Laboratory of Advanced Technology for Materials Synthesis and Processing(Wuhan University of Technology),Grant/Award Number:2022-KF-17Basic Science Research Program through the National Research Foundation of Korea(NRF),funded by the Ministry of Science,ICT,and Future Planning,Grant/Award Numbers:2019K1A3A1A61091347,2021M3H4A1A02051234。
文摘Fullerene derivatives are highly attractive materials in solar cells,organic thermoelectrics,and other devices.However,the intrinsic low electron mobility and electrical conductivity restrict their potential device performance,such as perovskite solar cells(PSCs).Herein,we successfully enhanced the electric properties and morphology of phenyl-C61-butyric acid methyl ester(PCBM)by n-doping it with a benzimidazoline derivative,9-(1,3-dimethyl-2,3-dihydro-1H-benzoimidazol-2-yl)-julolidine(JLBI-H)via a solution process.We found the n-doping can not only improve the conductivity and optimize the band alignment but also enable the PCBM to have a constantly strong charge extraction ability in a wide temperature from 173 to 373 K,which guarantees a stable photovoltaic performance of the corresponding PSCs under a wide range of operating temperatures.With the JLBI-H-doped PCBM,we improved the efficiency from 17.9%to 19.8%,along with enhanced stability of the nonencapsulated devices following the aging protocol of ISOS-D-1.
文摘Embryonic stem（ES）cells,a type of pluripotent stem cells（PSCs）that are derived from the inner cell mass of blastocysts,have been discovered for more than three decades[1].Given the almost infinite self-renewal capacity and the potential to differentiate into any specific cell type in an individual,ES cells and PSCs have brought hope for the treatment of many unmet diseases.However,the advantages of PSCs-the highly proliferative and plastic capacities,also give rise to concerns regarding the development of tumors.
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.22001050,22072034)the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(Grant No.2020T130147,2020M681084)+1 种基金the Postdoctoral Foundation of Heilongjiang Province(Grant No.LBH-Z19059)the Natural Science Foundation of Heilongjiang Youth Fund(Grant No.YQ2021B002)。
文摘Here,a novel strategy is proposed targeting the volatility of A-site cations and the disordered arrangement of perovskite grains through employing Cs~+contained metal-organic frameworks In-aip(Cs)obtained by ion-exchange and crystalline transform.Interatomic forces between Cs-O atoms split the pore channels of the pristine In-aip,endowing In-aip(Cs)with multidimensional charge transport channels,In addition,the partially freed Cs~+in the interlayer compensates for the vacancy of A-site cations during the perovskite preparation process.The In-aip(Cs)modified perovskite films have a flat morphology,large grains and excellent optoelectronic properties.Benefiting from the high-quality perovskite films and faster charge extraction,the In-aip(Cs)-modified PSCs achieved a champion PCE of 23.03%,superior to the In-aip-modified(22.29%)and control device(21.13%),More importantly,the unencapsulated PSCs modified with In-aip(Cs)exhibited outstanding humidity and thermal stability.Over a period of almost 1000 h,the unencapsulated In-aip(Cs)-modified device retained 85%of its initial PCE after storing in a glove box at 85℃,and retained 87%of the primary PCE upon storage in ambient condition at 25℃under a humidity of 40%.
文摘To determine the biological effects of extracelluar signal regulated kinase (ERK) specific inhibitor PD98059 on pancreatic stellate cells (PSCs) activated by platelet-derived factor-BB (PDGF-BB), cultured rat PSCs were co-incubated at 37 ℃ for 24 h with 25 ng/ml PDGF-BB and different doses of PD98059 (ranging from 5 ng/ml to 40 ng/ml). Expression of pERK1 protein was detected by Western blot and collagen α1 (Ⅰ) mRNA was tested by reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR). Our results showed that there were statistical differences in the expression of pERK1 protein in all groups. Expression of pERK1 protein was up-regulated in the group treated by PDGF-BB, and gradually down-regulated in the other groups treated by PD98059 of different doses. An excellent positive correlation was revealed between the inhibitory effect and PD98059 concentrations. It was also observed that the expression of collagen α1 (Ⅰ) mRNA had similar response to pERK1. The level of collagen α1 (Ⅰ) mRNA was the highest in the PDGF-BB group, and gradually reduced in the other groups treated by PD98059 of different doses. It is concluded that expression of pERK1 protein and collagen α1 (Ⅰ) mRNA was up-regulated in rat PSCs activated by PDGF-BB. Meanwhile, PD98059 could inhibit PSCs activation mediated by PDGF. It is suggested that ERK1 protein plays an important role on PSCs activation mediated by PDGF signal pathway.
基金supported by the National Key Basic Research Program of China(2015CB964903)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(81270640)
文摘Hematopoietic stem cells(HSCs) are specified and generated during the embryonic development and have remarkable potential to replenish the full set of blood cell lineages. Researchers have long been interested in clarifying the molecular events involved in HSC specification. Many studies have reported the development of methods for generating functional hematopoietic cells from pluripotent stem cells(PSCs-embryonic stem cells(ESCs) and induced pluripotent stem cells(i PSCs)) for decades. However, the generation of HSCs with robust long-term repopulation potential remains a swingeing challenge, of which a major factor contributing to this failure is the difficulty to define the intraembryonic signals related to the specification of HSCs. Since HSCs directly derive from hemogenic endothelium, in this review, we summarize both in vivo and in vitro studies on conserved signaling pathways that control the specification of HSCs from hemogenic endothelial cells.
基金Supported by Grant-in-Aid for Encouragement of Young Scientists from Japan Society for the Promotion of Science(to A.M.),by Pancreas Research Foundation of Japan(to A.M.),and by the Kanae Foundation for Life and Socio-Medical Science(to A.M.)
文摘AIM: Activated pancreatic stellate cells (PSCs) are implicated in the pathogenesis of pancreatic inflammation and fibrosis,where oxidative stress is thought to play a key role. 4-hydroxy-2,3-nonenal (HNE) is generated endogenously during the process of lipid peroxidation, and has been accepted as a mediator of oxidative stress. The aim of this study was to clarify the effects of HNE on the activation of signal transduction pathways and cellular functions in PSCs.METHODS: PSCs were isolated from the pancreas of male Wistar rats after perfusion with collagenase P, and used in their culture-activated, myofibroblast-like phenotype unless otherwise stated. PSCs were treated with physiologically relevant and non-cytotoxic concentrations (up to 5 μmol/L) of HNE. Activation of transcription factors was examined by electrophoretic mobility shift assay and luciferase assay.Activation of mitogen-activated protein (MAP) kinases was assessed by Western blotting using anti-phosphospecific antibodies. Cell proliferation was assessed by measuring the incorporation of 5-bromo-2'-deoxyuridine. Production of type Ⅰ collagen and monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 was determined by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay.The effect of HNE on the transformation of freshly isolated PSCs in culture was also assessed.RESULTS: HNE activated activator protein-1, but not nuclear factor KB. In addition, HNE activated three classes of MAP kinases: extrcellular signal-regulated kinase, c-jun N-terminal kinase, and p38 MAP kinase. HNE increased type I collagen production through the activation of p38 MAP kinase and c-jun N-terminal kinase. HNE did not alter the proliferation,or monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 production. HNE did not initiate the transformation of freshly isolated PSCs to myofibroblast-like phenotype.CONCLUSION: Spedflc activation of these signal transduction pathways and altered cell functions such as collagen production by HNE may play a role in the pathogenesis of pancreatic disorders.
文摘lidar system (694 nm) was used to measure the stratospheric aerosol layer at Zhongshan Station (69°22'S, 76°22'E ) in 1993. A total of 53 sets of lidar data presented in this paper were obtained over a period of 224 days between March 27 and November 5, 1993. The average vertical profiles of stratospheric aerosol backscattering ratio and the integrated backscatter coefficient over the 12 km～30 km altitude range were reversed from the return signal of lidar. The results of observations show that the stratospheric aerosol content more noticeably enhanced in 1993 than that in 1990 due to Mt. Pinatubo eruption in Philippines in June of 1991. Polar Stratospheric Clouds (PSCs) were observed from late May until early August. The vertical profiles of stratospheric aerosol backscattering ratio at Antarctica in 1993 show a clear double-layer structure. One layer is at an altitude of about 12 km,the other is at an altitude of about 25 km. The upper layer is varied with season.
文摘A solution-processed zinc oxide (ZnO) thin film as the buffer layer with optimized processes especially the annealing conditions for inverted polymer solar cells (PSCs) has been demonstrated. Firstly the thickness of ZnO buffer layer was optimized, and different annealing conditions including temperature and time have also been taken into consideration. And the best Power Conversion Efficiency (PCE) 3.434% was observed when the ZnO buffer layer was spin–coated at 1500 rpm and annealed at 275℃ for 5 min, and AFM results showed that morphology of this ZnO film has the best uniformity which was beneficial to form high quality polymer composite active layer.
基金funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.51672111)Advanced Talents Program of Hebei Province(No.GCC2014013)+1 种基金Top Young Outstanding Innovative Talents Program of Hebei Province(No.BJ2014009)the Natural Science Foundation of Hebei Probince(No.F2015201189)
文摘Inverted perovskite solar cells using pristine PEDOT:PSS as the hole-transporting layer (HTL) have been widely studied for its less hysteresis and low-temperature preparation technologies. However, this device suffers from an inferior open-circuit voltage (VOC) and stability problems. Several attempts have made on film formation and interface engineering to improve the efficiency. Modification proved beneficial to decrease energy offset at the interface between the HTL layer and the adjacent perovskite layer. In this paper, modification PEDOT:PSS layers were realized with a dimethyl formamide (DMF) solvent. The sulfonic acid distribution was homogenized in the normal directi on after modification. The work function of the modified PEDOT:PSS layers increased from 4.71 to 5.07eV, and the conductivity of modified PEDOT:PSS increased from 3×10^-4 to 0.45 S/cm. The as-deposited perovskite films were more uniform with larger grain sizes and less pinholes, resulting in an improved VOC from 0.93 to 1.048 V, while the efficiency was increased from 11.5% to 16.8%. Solar cells without encapsulation under the 50 h and 50% humidity aging test showed 7% degradation of fill factor (FF) with 50 v/v% PEDOT:PSS layer, while the fill factor decreased 11.2% in the 0 v/v% PEDOT:PSS layer, respectively.
