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Analyzing carotenoids of snow algae by Raman microspectroscopy and high-performance liquid chromatography
摘要： We tested the potential of Raman microspectroscopy to determine carotenoid pigments — both primary (lutein, beta-carotene) and secondary (astaxanthin) carotenoids — in the different species and life-cycle stages of snow algae from the order Chlamydomonadales (Chlorophyta). We compared the performance of Raman spectrometry to a reference method of biological pigment analysis, high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC). The three main carotenoid Raman bands of the astaxanthin-rich red cysts were located at 1520, 1156 and 1006 cm-1. The shifts (orange aplanozygotes and green motile cells with flagella) in the position of the ν1(C=C) Raman band of the polyenic chain is consistent with the expected changes in the ratios of the various carotenoid pigments. Flagellated green cells commonly contain lutein as a major carotenoid, together with minor amounts of β-carotene and varying amounts of antheraxanthin, violaxanthin and neoxanthin. Aplanozygotes contain mixtures of both primary and secondary carotenoids. In most cases, the ν1(C=C) band is an overlapping set of bands, which is due to the signal of all carotenoid pigments in the sample, and a deconvolution along with the band position shifts (mainly ν1) could be used to characterize the mixture of carotenoids. However, the ability of Raman spectroscopy to discriminate between structurally slightly differing carotenoid pigments or several carotenoids in an admixture in an unknown biological system remains limited.
关键词： HPLC,Snow algae,Biomarker,Raman spectroscopy,Exobiology,Carotenoids
更新于2025-09-23 15:22:29
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Spectroscopic Studies of Magnetron Sputtering Plasma Discharge in Cu/O2/Ar Mixture for Copper Oxide Thin Film Fabrication
摘要： Magnetron sputtering plasma for the deposition of copper oxide thin film has been investigated using optical emission spectroscopy and Langmuir probe. The intensity of the light emission from atoms and radicals in the plasma were measured using optical emission spectroscopy (OES). Then, Langmuir probe was employed to estimate the plasma density, electron temperature and ion flux. In present studies, reactive copper sputtering plasmas were produced at different oxygen flow rate of 0, 4, 8 and 16 sccm. The size of copper target was 3 inches. The dissipation rf power, Ar flow rate and working pressure were fixed at 400 W, 50 sccm and 22.5 mTorr, respectively. Since the substrate bias plays an important role to the thin film formation, the substrate bias voltages of 0, -40, -60 and -100 V were studied. Based on OES results, oxygen emission increased drastically when the oxygen flow rate above 8 sccm. On the other hand, copper and argon emission decreased gradually. In addition, Langmuir probe results showed a different ion flux when substrate bias voltage was applied. Based on these plasma diagnostic results, it has been concluded that the optimized parameter to produce copper oxide thin film are between -40 to -60 V of substrate bias voltage and between 8 to 12 sccm of oxygen flow rate.
关键词： optical emission spectroscopy,Langmuir probe,thin film,magnetron sputtering,Copper oxide
更新于2025-09-23 15:22:29
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ZnO-based nanocomposites prepared by a vapor phase route, investigated by XPS
摘要： Nanostructured materials based on ZnO, eventually functionalized with titanium oxide (TiO2) or tungsten oxide (WO3), were fabricated on fluorine-doped tin oxide-coated glass substrates by a combined chemical vapor deposition/radio frequency-sputtering route. In particular, the present work focuses on the use of x-ray photoelectron and x-ray excited Auger electron spectroscopies for a detailed investigation of the system O 1s, Zn 2p3/2, Zn 3p, and Zn LMM core levels, as well as Ti 2p and W 4f photoelectron peaks. In a nutshell, the results of these analyses highlight the obtainment of pure ZnO nanodeposits, as well as of ZnO-TiO2 and ZnO-WO3 composites, in which the identity of each component is preserved, and the occurrence of an electronic interplay between ZnO and WO3 phases in the latter system.
关键词： RF-sputtering,CVD,x-ray photoelectron spectroscopy,WO3,TiO2,ZnO
更新于2025-09-23 15:22:29
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Human Ultraweak Photon Emission: Key Analytical Aspects, Results and Future Trends – A Review
摘要： Living systems emit what is called ultraweak photon emission (UPE). This visually undetectable phenomenon has only been studied in humans for the last 30 years, finding that UPE is a complex process depending on multitude factors. Considering previous literature, this review discusses the in vivo UPE from human beings. To this aim, Analytical Approaches Employed for UPE Measurement section focuses on the analytical techniques employed (photomultipliers and charged coupled device cameras), summarizing analytical conditions and reporting figures of merit reached to date. Then, Human UPE Depending on External Factors and Human UPE Depending on Internal Factors sections address external and internal factors, which have proved to affect UPE, pointing out the important influence on oxidative processes outside and inside the body, and also highlighting some personal states of the individuals affecting UPE. Last section is devoted to give a general view on the goals and achieved up to date regarding UPE measurement, emphasizing some potential applications as well as recommendations which include: use of UPE spectra information together with UPE intensity, larger populations (≈50–100 subjects), studies on internal states of individuals, and use of statistical tools.
关键词： ultraweak photon emission,CCD camera,human bioemission,spectroscopy,disease
更新于2025-09-23 15:22:29
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Structural, energetic and spectroscopic studies of new luminescent complexes based on 2-(2′-hydroxyphenyl)imidazo[1,2- <i>a</i> ]pyridines and 1,2-phenylenediboronic acid
摘要： Three new blue-luminescent complexes of selected imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine derivatives and 1,2-phenylenediboronic acid have been synthesized and structurally characterized using single-crystal X-ray diffraction. Additionally, the crystal structures of two of the (N,O)-donor compounds have been evaluated for the first time. The crystal packing and molecular motifs observed in the studied crystals have been thoroughly analysed, including computational studies, and are also discussed within the context of analogous systems reported in the literature. It appears that the new compounds form different crystal networks with regard to the asymmetric unit content and packing, although some similarities can be found. In all cases a typical centrosymmetric dimer bound via boronic acid groups is formed, characterized by an interaction energy of about -80 kJ mol-1, while the 2-(2'-hydroxyphenyl)imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine complex and its methoxy derivative form solvate structures, somewhat resembling the previously studied 8-oxyquinolinate analogues. As far as the spectroscopic properties are concerned, the lowest energy excitation observed in the studied complexes is based on the highest occupied molecular orbital–lowest unoccupied molecular orbital transition, and both these molecular orbitals are centred predominantly on the (N,O)-donor species according to the results of time-dependent density functional theory. Thus, the charge transfer observed for the 8-oxyquinolinate equivalents does not occur in these cases. Consequently, the spectroscopic behaviour of the series is very much comparable with that of the parent imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine derivatives, if the excited-state intramolecular proton-transfer process does not take place, as shown by the absorption and emission spectra collected in toluene and acetone solutions. Complexation causes a reduction in the Stokes shift compared with the respective (N,O)-donor molecules.
关键词： periodic calculations,TDDFT,UV–Vis spectroscopy,X-ray diffraction,time-dependent density functional theory,spectroscopic properties,luminescent boron complexes,transferred aspherical atom model (TAAM) refinement
更新于2025-09-23 15:22:29
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Rapid Quantitative Analysis of Forest Biomass Using Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy and Partial Least Squares Regression
摘要： Fourier transform infrared reflectance (FTIR) spectroscopy has been used to predict properties of forest logging residue, a very heterogeneous feedstock material. Properties studied included the chemical composition, thermal reactivity, and energy content. The ability to rapidly determine these properties is vital in the optimization of conversion technologies for the successful commercialization of biobased products. Partial least squares regression of first derivative treated FTIR spectra had good correlations with the conventionally measured properties. For the chemical composition, constructed models generally did a better job of predicting the extractives and lignin content than the carbohydrates. In predicting the thermochemical properties, models for volatile matter and fixed carbon performed very well (i.e., R2 > 0.80, RPD > 2.0). The effect of reducing the wavenumber range to the fingerprint region for PLS modeling and the relationship between the chemical composition and higher heating value of logging residue were also explored. This study is new and different in that it is the first to use FTIR spectroscopy to quantitatively analyze forest logging residue, an abundant resource that can be used as a feedstock in the emerging low carbon economy. Furthermore, it provides a complete and systematic characterization of this heterogeneous raw material.
关键词： FTIR spectroscopy,forest logging residue,energy content,partial least squares regression,thermal reactivity,chemical composition
更新于2025-09-23 15:22:29
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Results of Photometric and Spectroscopic Observations of the Young Variable Star V730 Cep
摘要： We present the results of our photometric (V RI) and spectroscopic observations of the young variable star V730 Cep (MisV1147) classified by Uemura et al. (2004) as a Herbig Be star. Our photometry confirms the conclusion of the above authors that this star has a complex pattern of variability including periodic or quasi-periodic brightness variations with a period of about 14 days and deep Algol-like minima typical for UX Ori stars. Our spectroscopy shows that the classification of V730 Cep as a Herbig Be star is wrong. Actually, this star has a much lower temperature and belongs to the family of T Tauri stars. This allows us to explain the nature of the unusual photometric activity of V730 Cep based on a combination of two well-known models of variable circumstellar extinction applied to young stars: AA Tau- and UX Ori-type variability. It follows from our observations that the color tracks on the V ?(V ?I) color–magnitude diagram for these models slightly differ: the AA Tau-type variability of circumstellar extinction is caused by larger grains than the UX Ori-type variability. Such a difference can be due to an increase in the characteristic sizes of circumstellar dust as the star is approached and has a simple explanation: small dust grains evaporate faster than large ones.
关键词： optical photometry and spectroscopy,T Tauri and Herbig Be stars,activity mechanisms
更新于2025-09-23 15:22:29
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Comparative Analysis to Explore the Suitability of a Short Chain Dyad in Its Pristine and Nanocomposite Forms for Designing Artificial Light Energy Conversion Device
摘要： From the UV-vis, steady state and time resolved spectroscopic investigations on the pristine dyad, dyad-spherical gold nanoparticles (GNP) and dyad-star shaped gold nanoparticles (GNS), it was observed that though in the ground state the dyad in its pristine form possesses trans-type (elongated and planar) isomer but on photoexcitation trans-form converts into cis-structure (folded). Interestingly, the dyad exhibits different behavior when it combines with GNP or GNS. In nanocomposite form, even on photoexcitation some ground state trans-structure still retains its identity in the excited state. The 60% of the trans-species remains unchanged in the excited state due to excitation of dyad-GNS system and possibly this configuration facilitates the hindrance of energy destructive charge recombination processes as in this conformer the donor and acceptor moieties tend to move far away from each other causing lack of overlapping of charge clouds within the two redox components. The dyad-GNS nanocomposite appears to be the best possible light energy conversion or storage device within the three system studied in the present investigation. Investigations are underway to examine how the degree of surface coverage of the dyad on the surface of gold nanoparticles affect its geometry or conformational changes on photoexcitation.
关键词： Nanocomposites,Time Resolved Spectroscopy,Light Energy Converter,Gold Nanoparticles,Short-Chain Dyad,Trans- and Cis-Conformer
更新于2025-09-23 15:22:29
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Properties of Porous Silicon Precipitated with Nickel for Gas Sensors
摘要： The preparation and properties of modified porous silicon is discussed and a proposal of a sensitive layer for a gas detector is presented. The modification is done by precipitation and electrochemical deposition of nickel. The morphology of sample surfaces is examined by atomic force microscopy and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). SEM-coupled energy dispersive spectroscopy is used to analyse the chemical composition of the samples. Magnetic response is measured with a SQUID magnetometer. Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy is used to study the sensitivity of the samples to isopropanol vapour in the presence of alternating electric current. A series of samples prepared with a higher anodic current density show higher sensitivity to isopropanol vapours in comparison to a lower anodic current.
关键词： Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy,Porous Silicon,Gas Sensors,SQUID,Electroless Nickel Deposition,Atomic Force Microscopy
更新于2025-09-23 15:22:29
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Potential of Near-infrared Spectroscopy to Detect Defects on the Surface of Solid Wood Boards
摘要： Defects on the surface of solid wood boards directly affect their mechanical properties and product grades. This study investigated the use of near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) to detect and classify defects on the surface of solid wood boards. Pinus koraiensis was selected as the raw material. The experiments focused on the ability to use the model to sort defects on the surface of wood into four types, namely live knots, dead knots, cracks, and defect-free. The test data consisted of 360 NIR absorption spectra of the defect samples using a portable NIR spectrometer, with the wavelength range of 900 to 1900 nm. Three pre-processing methods were used to compare the effects of noise elimination in the original absorption spectra. The NIR discrimination models were developed based on partial least squares and discriminant analysis (PLS-DA), least squares support vector machine (LS-SVM), and back-propagation neural network (BPNN) from 900 to approximately 1900 nm. The results demonstrated that the BPNN model exhibited the highest classification accuracy of 97.92% for the model calibration and 97.50% for the prediction set. These results suggest that there is potential for the NIR method to detect defects and differentiate between types of defects on the surface of solid wood boards.
关键词： Surface defects,BPNN,PLS - DA,LS-SVM,Near-infrared spectroscopy,Solid wood boards
更新于2025-09-23 15:22:29