Carbohydrate-based PBT copolyesters from a cyclic diol derived from naturally occurring tartaric acid: a comparative study regarding melt polycondensation and solid-state modification

2014 ◽  
Vol 16 (4) ◽  
pp. 1789-1798 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cristina Lavilla ◽  
Erik Gubbels ◽  
Abdelilah Alla ◽  
Antxon Martínez de Ilarduya ◽  
Bart A. J. Noordover ◽  
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Polyhedron ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 57 ◽  
pp. 30-38 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fabio Piccinelli ◽  
Andrea Melchior ◽  
Adolfo Speghini ◽  
Magda Monari ◽  
Marilena Tolazzi ◽  
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Molecules ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 26 (16) ◽  
pp. 4762
Author(s):  
Daniel S. Grant ◽  
Jakaria Ahmed ◽  
Jason D. Whittle ◽  
Andrew Michelmore ◽  
Krasimir Vasilev ◽  
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If plasma polymer thin films are to be synthesised from sustainable and natural precursors of chemically heterogeneous composition, it is important to understand the extent to which this composition influences the mechanism of polymerisation. To this end, a well-studied monoterpene alcohol, terpinen-4-ol, has been targeted for a comparative study with the naturally occurring mix of terpenes (viz. Melaleuca alternifolia oil) from which it is commonly distilled. Positive ion mode mass spectra of both terpinen-4-ol and M. alternifolia oil showed a decrease in disparities between the type and abundance of cationic species formed in their respective plasma environments as applied plasma power was increased. Supplementary biological assay revealed the antibacterial action of both terpinen-4-ol and M. alternifolia derived coatings with respect to S. aureus bacteria, whilst cytocompatibility was demonstrated by comparable eukaryotic cell adhesion to both coatings. Elucidating the processes occurring within the reactive plasmas can enhance the economics of plasma polymer deposition by permitting use of the minimum power, time and precursor pre-processing required to control the extent of monomer fragmentation and fabricate a film of the desired thickness and functionality.


1984 ◽  
Vol 12 (6) ◽  
pp. 557-563 ◽  
Author(s):  
Detlef Emeis ◽  
Hans-Joachim Cantow ◽  
Martin M�ller

2015 ◽  
Vol 361 ◽  
pp. 1-13 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hardev Singh Virk

Luminescent phenomena have fascinated mankind since the earliest times. The light from the aurora borealis, glow worms, luminescent wood, rotting fish and meat are all examples of naturally occurring luminescence. E. Newton Harvey’s 770 page volume “A History of Luminescence: From the Earliest Times until 1900” is a classic which narrates interesting stories from ancient cultures to modern times. The earliest written account of a solid state luminescent material comes from a Chinese text published in the Song dynasty (960–1279 A.D.). The Buddhist sacred jewel, called "hashi-no-tama" in Japan, is alleged to be self-luminous and to shed a brilliant light on its surroundings. In the Svetasvatara Upanishad, probably recorded at some time before the sixth century BC, we find a mention of fire-flies as one of the manifestations of Brahma.


2018 ◽  
Vol 649 ◽  
pp. 69-74 ◽  
Author(s):  
Barbara Laïk ◽  
Isabelle Ressejac ◽  
Cécile Venet ◽  
Jean-Pierre Pereira-Ramos

2021 ◽  
Vol 23 (6) ◽  
pp. 300-306
Author(s):  
N.O. Sitkov ◽  
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T.M. Zimina ◽  
V.V. Luchinin ◽  
A.A. Kolobov ◽  
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The development and comparative study of technologies for manufacturing elements of hybrid biosensor systems intended for express biomedical analysis has been carried out. The technological process included the formation of the relief of microfluidic channels, chemical modification of their working surface, deposition of solid-state phosphor layers, sealing of the system, installation of inlet ports and packaging.


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