Formation of Distinctive Nanostructured Metastable Polymorphs Mediated by Kinetic Transition Pathways in Germanium

Academic Background Germanium (Ge), as one of the Group IV elements, holds significant importance in both fundamental science and technological applications. Its metastable polymorphs have garnered considerable attention due to their unique nanostructures and excellent electronic and optical properties. However, the phase transition mechanisms of g...

Probing Nanoscale Structural Perturbation in a WS2 Monolayer via Explainable Artificial Intelligence

Background Introduction Two-dimensional (2D) materials exhibit significant potential in fields such as nanoelectronics and optoelectronics due to their unique physical and chemical properties. However, structural perturbations at the nanoscale have a profound impact on their performance. Traditional characterization methods like Raman spectroscopy,...

Impact of Carbon Dioxide Loading on the Thermal Conductivity of Metal Organic Frameworks

Academic Background The issue of global warming is becoming increasingly severe, and the research on carbon dioxide (CO₂) capture and storage technologies has become a hotspot in the scientific community, as CO₂ is one of the most significant greenhouse gases. Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs), with their exceptionally high porosity and surface area,...

Development of Techniques for the Dielectric Constant Measurement in Matter in Ultrahigh Magnetic Fields Exceeding 100 T

Academic Background Studying the physical properties of materials under extreme conditions is one of the important directions in condensed matter physics. Ultrahigh magnetic fields (exceeding 100 Tesla) can significantly alter the behavior of electrons in materials, for example, by influencing the electronic and crystal structures through the Zeema...

Structural and Chemical Analysis of C-BN/Diamond Heterostructures

Academic Background Cubic boron nitride (C-BN) is an ultra-wide bandgap semiconductor material with high thermal conductivity, low dielectric constant, and high breakdown electric field, making it highly promising for applications in high-temperature, high-power electronic devices. However, the synthesis of C-BN still faces numerous challenges, par...

Endothelial Cells Stably Infected with Recombinant Kaposi’s Sarcoma-Associated Herpesvirus Display Distinct Viscoelastic and Morphological Properties

Kaposi’s sarcoma-associated herpesvirus (KSHV) is a γ-herpesvirus that primarily infects endothelial cells and leads to the development of Kaposi’s sarcoma (KS), especially in people living with HIV. Kaposi’s sarcoma is a malignant tumor characterized by endothelial cell proliferation, typically presenting as cutaneous lesions. After infecting endo...

An Electromechanical Model-Based Study on the Dosage Effects of Ranolazine in Treating Failing HCM Cardiomyocyte

Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) is a common inherited heart disease, affecting approximately 1 in 500 people globally. The primary characteristic of HCM is asymmetric hypertrophy of the myocardium. In its early stages, it may manifest as hyperdynamic contraction of the left ventricle (LV). However, as the disease progresses, patients may develop ...

Development of a Method for Visualizing and Quantifying Thrombus Formation in Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenators

Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) is a life-support technology used for patients with cardiac and respiratory failure. Although ECMO plays a crucial role in clinical practice, its use is accompanied by significant risks of medical device-associated thrombosis. Thrombosis not only obstructs blood flow in the oxygenator but also reduces gas ...

Acteoside-Loaded Self-Healing Hydrogel Enhances Skin Wound Healing through Modulation of Hair Follicle Stem Cells

Skin wound healing is a complex biological process involving the coordination of cellular, molecular, and physiological events. Although traditional treatment methods can promote wound closure to some extent, their efficacy is often unsatisfactory in chronic wounds or complex trauma environments, particularly in controlling infections and inflammat...

High-Throughput Metabolomic Profiling of Skin Lesions: Comparative Study of Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Basal Cell Carcinoma, and Normal Skin via E-Biopsy Sampling

Academic Background Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma (CSCC) and Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC) are among the most common types of skin cancer globally. Although the mortality rates of these cancers are relatively low, their incidence has been increasing year by year, significantly impacting patients’ quality of life and potentially leading to prematur...