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Amin-Ahmadi, B.; Idrissi, H.; Galceran, M.; Colla, M.S.; Raskin, J.P.; Pardoen, T.; Godet, S.; Schryvers, D. |
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Effect of deposition rate on the microstructure of electron beam evaporated nanocrystalline palladium thin films |
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A1 Journal article |
Year |
2013 |
Publication |
Thin solid films : an international journal on the science and technology of thin and thick films |
Abbreviated Journal |
Thin Solid Films |
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539 |
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145-150 |
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A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) |
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The influence of the deposition rate on the formation of growth twins in nanocrystalline Pd films deposited by electron beam evaporation is investigated using transmission electron microscopy. Statistical measurements prove that twin boundary (TB) density and volume fraction of grains containing twins increase with increasing deposition rate. A clear increase of the dislocation density was observed for the highest deposition rate of 5 Å/s, caused by the increase of the internal stress building up during deposition. Based on crystallographic orientation indexation using transmission electron microscopy, it can be concluded that a {111} crystallographic texture increases with increasing deposition rate even though the {101} crystallographic texture remains dominant. Most of the TBs are fully coherent without any residual dislocations. However, for the highest deposition rate (5 Å/s), the coherency of the TBs decreases significantly as a result of the interaction of lattice dislocations emitted during deposition with the growth TBs. The analysis of the grain boundary character of different Pd films shows that an increasing fraction of high angle grain boundaries with misorientation angles around 5565° leads to a higher potential for twin formation. |
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Lausanne |
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000321111100025 |
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2013-05-25 |
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0040-6090; |
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Impact Factor |
1.879 |
Times cited |
13 |
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Fwo |
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Most recent IF: 1.879; 2013 IF: 1.867 |
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UA @ lucian @ c:irua:109268 |
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807 |
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Godoi, R.H.M.; Godoi, A.F.L.; Gonçalves jr., S.J.; Paralovo, S.L.; Borillo, G.C.; Gregório Barbosa, C.G.; Arantes, M.G.; Rosário Filho, N.A.; Grassi, M.T.; Yamamoto, C.I.; Potgieter-Vermaak, S.; Rotondo, G.G.; De Wael, K.; Van Grieken, R. |
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Healthy environment : indoor air quality of Brazilian elementary schools nearby petrochemical industry |
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A1 Journal article |
Year |
2013 |
Publication |
The science of the total environment |
Abbreviated Journal |
Sci Total Environ |
Volume |
463 |
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Pages |
639-646 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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The mitigation of pollution released to the environment originating fromthe industrial sector has been the aimof all policy-makers and its importance is evident if the adverse health effects on the world population are considered. Although this concern is controversial, petroleum refinery has been linked to some adverse health effects for people living nearby. Apart from home, school is the most important indoor environment for children and there is increasing concern about the school environment and its impact on health, also in developing countries where the prevalence of pollution is higher. As most of the children spend more than 40% of their time in schools, it is critical to evaluate the pollution level in such environment. In the metropolitan region of Curitiba, South Brazil, five schools nearby industries and highways with high density traffic, were selected to characterize the aerosol and gaseous compounds indoor and outdoor of the classrooms, during 20092011. Size segregated aerosol samples were collected for analyses of bulk and single particle elemental profiles. They were analyzed by electron probe X-ray micro-analysis (EPXMA), and by energy-dispersive X-ray fluorescence (EDXRF), to investigate the elemental composition of individual particles and bulk samples. The concentrations of benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene, and xylene (BTEX); NO2; SO2; acetic acid; and formic acid were assessed indoor and outdoor using passive diffusion tubes. BTEX were analyzed by GCMS and other collected gasses by ion chromatography. Individual exposition of BTEX was assessed by personal passive diffusion tubes. Results are interpreted separately and as a whole with the specific aim of identifying compounds that could affect the health of the scholars. In view of the chemical composition and size distribution of the aerosol particles, local deposition efficiencies in the children's respiratory systems were calculated, revealing the deposition of particles at extrathoracic, tracheobronchial and pulmonary levels. |
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000325831200072 |
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2013-07-07 |
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0048-9697 |
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Impact Factor |
4.9 |
Times cited |
22 |
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; We would like to thank Araucaria Foundation and the National Council for Scientific and Technological Development (CNPq) who supported the funding and promoted the development of this study. ; |
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Most recent IF: 4.9; 2013 IF: 3.163 |
Call Number |
UA @ admin @ c:irua:108954 |
Serial |
5637 |
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Aerts, R.; Tu, X.; Van Gaens, W.; Whitehead, J.C.; Bogaerts, A. |
Title |
Gas purification by nonthermal plasma : a case study of ethylene |
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A1 Journal article |
Year |
2013 |
Publication |
Environmental science and technology |
Abbreviated Journal |
Environ Sci Technol |
Volume |
47 |
Issue |
12 |
Pages |
6478-6485 |
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A1 Journal article; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) |
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The destruction of ethylene in a dielectric barrier discharge plasma is investigated by the combination of kinetic modeling and experiments, as a case study for plasma-based gas purification. The influence of the specific energy deposition on the removal efficiency and the selectivity toward CO and CO2 is studied for different concentrations of ethylene. The model allows the identication of the destruction pathway in dry and humid air. The latter is found to be mainly initiated by metastable N2 molecules, but the further destruction steps are dominated by O atoms and OH radicals. Upon increasing air humidity, the removal efficiency drops by ±15% (from 85% to 70%), but the selectivity toward CO and CO2 stays more or less constant at 60% and 22%, respectively. Beside CO and CO2, we also identified acetylene, formaldehyde, and water as byproducts of the destruction process, with concentrations of 1606 ppm, 15033 ppm, and 185 ppm in humid air (with 20% RH), respectively. Finally, we investigated the byproducts generated by the humid air discharge itself, which are the greenhouse gases O3, N2O, and the toxic gas NO2. |
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Easton, Pa |
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000320749000051 |
Publication Date |
2013-05-15 |
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0013-936X;1520-5851; |
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Impact Factor |
6.198 |
Times cited |
56 |
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Most recent IF: 6.198; 2013 IF: 5.481 |
Call Number |
UA @ lucian @ c:irua:108743 |
Serial |
1319 |
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Molina, L.; Egoavil, R.; Turner, S.; Thersleff, T.; Verbeeck, J.; Holzapfel, B.; Eibl, O.; Van Tendeloo, G. |
Title |
Interlayer structure in YBCO-coated conductors prepared by chemical solution deposition |
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A1 Journal article |
Year |
2013 |
Publication |
Superconductor science and technology |
Abbreviated Journal |
Supercond Sci Tech |
Volume |
26 |
Issue |
7 |
Pages |
075016-75018 |
Keywords |
A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) |
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The functionality of YBa2Cu3O7−δ (YBCO)-coated conductor technology depends on the reliability and microstructural properties of a given tape or wire architecture. Particularly, the interface to the metal tape is of interest since it determines the adhesion, mechanical stability of the film and thermal contact of the film to the substrate. A trifluoroacetate (TFA)metal organic deposition (MOD) prepared YBCO film deposited on a chemical solution-derived buffer layer architecture based on CeO2/La2Zr2O7 and grown on a flexible Ni5 at.%W substrate with a {100}⟨001⟩ biaxial texture was investigated. The YBCO film had a thickness was 440 nm and a jc of 1.02 MA cm−2 was determined at 77 K and zero external field. We present a sub-nanoscale analysis of a fully processed solution-derived YBCO-coated conductor by aberration-corrected scanning transmission electron microscopy (STEM) combined with electron energy-loss spectroscopy (EELS). For the first time, structural and chemical analysis of the valence has been carried out on the sub-nm scale. Intermixing of Ni, La, Ce, O and Ba takes place at these interfaces and gives rise to nanometer-sized interlayers which are a by-product of the sequential annealing process. Two distinct interfacial regions were analyzed in detail: (i) the YBCO/CeO2/La2Zr2O7 region (10 nm interlayer) and (ii) the La2Zr2O7/Ni5 at.%W substrate interface region (20 nm NiO). This is of particular significance for the functionality of these YBCO-coated conductor architectures grown by chemical solution deposition. |
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Bristol |
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000319973800024 |
Publication Date |
2013-05-28 |
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0953-2048;1361-6668; |
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Impact Factor |
2.878 |
Times cited |
11 |
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vortex; Countatoms; Fwo; Esteem2; esteem2jra2; esteem2jra3 ECASJO_; |
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Most recent IF: 2.878; 2013 IF: 2.796 |
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UA @ lucian @ c:irua:108704UA @ admin @ c:irua:108704 |
Serial |
1698 |
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Alfeld, M.; van der Snickt, G.; Vanmeert, F.; Janssens, K.; Dik, J.; Appel, K.; van der Loeff, L.; Chavannes, M.; Meedendorp, T.; Hendriks, E. |
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Scanning XRF investigation of a Flower Still Life and its underlying composition from the collection of the Kröller-Muller Museum |
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A1 Journal article |
Year |
2013 |
Publication |
Applied physics A : materials science & processing |
Abbreviated Journal |
Appl Phys A-Mater |
Volume |
111 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
165-175 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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000316075700020 |
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2013-01-29 |
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0947-8396 |
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Impact Factor |
1.455 |
Times cited |
35 |
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; This research was supported by the SSD program of BELSPO, Brussels (project S2-ART). Results are also presented here from Gemeenschappelijke Onderzoeksactie (GOA) 'XANES meets ELNES' (Research Fund, University of Antwerp, Belgium) and from Fonds voor Wetenschappelijk Onderzoek (FWO) (Brussels, Belgium) project Nos. G.0704.08 and G.01769.09. The research leading to these results was funded by the European Community's Seventh Framework Program (FP7/2007-2013) under grant agreement No. 226716 and the Nederlandse Organisatie voor Wetenschappelijk Onderzoek (NWO) under the VIDI project “Looking Over the Painter's Shoulder” (grant No. 700.10.426). M. Alfeld is the recipient of a Ph.D. fellowship of the Research Foundation-Flanders (FWO). ; |
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Most recent IF: 1.455; 2013 IF: 1.694 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:108264 |
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5826 |
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Alfeld, M.; Siddons, D.P.; Janssens, K.; Dik, J.; Woll, A.; Kirkham, R.; van de Wetering, E. |
Title |
Visualizing the 17th century underpainting in Portrait of an Old Man by Rembrandt van Rijn using synchrotron-based scanning macro-XRF |
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A1 Journal article |
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2013 |
Publication |
Applied physics A : materials science & processing |
Abbreviated Journal |
Appl Phys A-Mater |
Volume |
111 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
157-164 |
Keywords |
A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
Abstract |
In 17th century Old Master Paintings, the underpainting generally refers to the first sketch of a composition. The underpainting is applied to a prepared ground using a monochrome, brown oil paint to roughly indicate light, shade and contours. So far, methods to visualize the underpainting-other than in localized cross-sections-have been very limited. Neither infrared reflectography nor neutron induced autoradiography have proven to be practical, adequate visualization tools. Thus, although of fundamental interest in the understanding of a painting's genesis, the underpainting has virtually escaped all imaging efforts. In this contribution we will show that 17th century underpainting may consist of a highly heterogeneous mixture of pigments, including copper pigments. We suggest that this brown pigment mixture is actually the recycled left-over of a palette scraping. With copper as the heaviest exclusive elemental component, we will hence show in a case study on a Portrait of an Old Man attributed to Rembrandt van Rijn how scanning macro-XRF can be used to efficiently visualize the underpainting below the surface painting and how this information can contribute to the discussion of the painting's authenticity. |
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2012-12-14 |
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0947-8396 |
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Impact Factor |
1.455 |
Times cited |
26 |
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; This research was supported by the SSD programme of BELSPO, Brussels (project S2-ART). The text also presents results of GOA 'XANES meets ELNES' (Research Fund, University of Antwerp, Belgium) and from FWO (Brussels, Belgium) projects nos. G.0704.08 and G.01769.09. Further, the research leading to these results has received funding from the European Community's Seventh Framework Programme (FP7/2007-2013) under grant agreement no. 226716. M. Alfeld receives a Ph.D. fellowship of the Research Foundation-Flanders (FWO). Use of the National Synchrotron Light Source, Brookhaven National Laboratory, was supported by the U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Science, Office of Basic Energy Sciences, under Contract No. DE-AC02-98CH10886. We acknowledge the assistance of C. Ryan, CSIRO Australia, in the preparation of the elemental maps using GeoPIXE and Rene Gerritsen (http://www.renegerritsen.nl) in providing photographs, XRR and IRR of the painting. We thank Sullivan Entertainment for documenting part of this project in their TV documentary 'Out of the shadows'. ; |
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Most recent IF: 1.455; 2013 IF: 1.694 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:108263 |
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5908 |
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Mudronja, D.; Vanmeert, F.; Hellemans, K.; Fazinic, S.; Janssens, K.; Tibljas, D.; Rogosic, M.; Jakovljevic, S. |
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Efficiency of applying ammonium oxalate for protection of monumental limestone by poultice, immersion and brushing methods |
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A1 Journal article |
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2013 |
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Applied physics A : materials science & processing |
Abbreviated Journal |
Appl Phys A-Mater |
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111 |
Issue |
1 |
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109-119 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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Samples of cretaceous limestone have been treated with three application methods (poultice, immersion and brushing) using different concentrations of ammonium oxalate solution (AmOx) and varying treatment time in order to test the efficiency of surface and in-depth formation of a protective layer of calcium oxalate (CaOx). Synchrotron-based microanalytical techniques (SR-mu XRD with 12.5 mu mx7.5 mu m (HxV) probe size, SR-mu FTIR with 10 mu mx10 mu m and 8 mu mx20 mu m probe sizes) and laboratory mu FTIR, XRD and SEM have been employed for analysis of the treated samples. Synchrotron-based techniques showed variations in the CaOx distribution along the surface on a micrometer scale. All treatments resulted in the development of a CaOx layer with a maximum thickness of approximately 40 mu m. Application by the brushing method with 10 1-min applications with 5-min breaks during one hour showed a development of the calcium oxalate layer equivalent to the poultice treatment taking 10 h. This treatment could be preferred for large marble or limestone surfaces where poultice usage is economically not feasible. |
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000316075700014 |
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2012-10-29 |
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0947-8396 |
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Impact Factor |
1.455 |
Times cited |
13 |
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; This research was supported by the Interuniversity Attraction Poles Programme-Belgian Science Policy (IUAP VI/16). The text also presents results of GOA 'XANES meets ELNES' (Research Fund, University of Antwerp, Belgium) and from FWO (Brussels, Belgium) project nos. G.0704.08 and G.01769.09. The research leading to these results has received financial support by the Access to Research Infrastructures activity in the 7th Framework Programme of the EU (CHARISMA Grant Agreement No. 228330). ; |
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Most recent IF: 1.455; 2013 IF: 1.694 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:108262 |
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5584 |
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Schryvers, D.; Cao, S.; Tirry, W.; Idrissi, H.; Van Aert, S. |
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Advanced three-dimensional electron microscopy techniques in the quest for better structural and functional materials |
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A1 Journal article |
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2013 |
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Science and technology of advanced materials |
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Sci Technol Adv Mat |
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14 |
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1 |
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014206-14213 |
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A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) |
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After a short review of electron tomography techniques for materials science, this overview will cover some recent results on different shape memory and nanostructured metallic systems obtained by various three-dimensional (3D) electron imaging techniques. In binary NiTi, the 3D morphology and distribution of Ni4Ti3 precipitates are investigated by using FIB/SEM slice-and-view yielding 3D data stacks. Different quantification techniques will be presented including the principal ellipsoid for a given precipitate, shape classification following a Zingg scheme, particle distribution function, distance transform and water penetration. The latter is a novel approach to quantifying the expected matrix transformation in between the precipitates. The different samples investigated include a single crystal annealed with and without compression yielding layered and autocatalytic precipitation, respectively, and a polycrystal revealing different densities and sizes of the precipitates resulting in a multistage transformation process. Electron tomography was used to understand the interaction between focused ion beam-induced Frank loops and long dislocation structures in nanobeams of Al exhibiting special mechanical behaviour measured by on-chip deposition. Atomic resolution electron tomography is demonstrated on Ag nanoparticles in an Al matrix. |
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Sendai |
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2013-03-13 |
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1468-6996;1878-5514; |
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Impact Factor |
3.798 |
Times cited |
6 |
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Fwo; Iap; Esteem |
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Most recent IF: 3.798; 2013 IF: 2.613 |
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UA @ lucian @ c:irua:107343 |
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77 |
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Zhang, Q.-Z.; Liu, Y.-X.; Jiang, W.; Bogaerts, A.; Wang, Y.-N. |
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Heating mechanism in direct current superposed single-frequency and dual-frequency capacitively coupled plasmas |
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A1 Journal article |
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2013 |
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Plasma sources science and technology |
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Plasma Sources Sci T |
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22 |
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2 |
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025014-25018 |
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A1 Journal article; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) |
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In this work particle-in-cell/Monte Carlo collision simulations are performed to study the heating mechanism and plasma characteristics in direct current (dc) superposed radio-frequency (RF) capacitively coupled plasmas, operated both in single-frequency (SF) and dual-frequency (DF) regimes. An RF (60/2 MHz) source is applied on the bottom electrode to sustain the discharge, and a dc source is fixed on the top electrode. The heating mechanism appears to be very different in dc superposed SF and DF discharges. When only a single source of 60 MHz is applied, the plasma bulk region is reduced by the dc source, thus the ionization rate and hence the electron density decrease with rising dc voltage. However, when a DF source of 60 and 2 MHz is applied, the electron density can increase upon addition of a dc voltage, depending on the gap length and applied dc voltage. This is explained from the spatiotemporal ionization rates in the DF discharge. In fact, a completely different behavior is observed for the ionization rate in the two half-periods of the LF source. In the first LF half-period, the situation resembles the dc superposed SF discharge, and the reduced plasma bulk region due to the negative dc bias results in a very small effective discharge area and a low ionization rate. On the other hand, in the second half-period, the negative dc bias is to some extent counteracted by the LF voltage, and the sheath close to the dc electrode becomes particularly thin. Consequently, the amplitude of the high-frequency sheath oscillations at the top electrode is largely enhanced, while the LF sheath at the bottom electrode is in its expanding phase and can thus well confine the high-energy electrons. Therefore, the ionization rate increases considerably in this second LF half-period. Furthermore, in addition to the comparison between SF and DF discharges and the effect of gap length and dc voltage, the effect of secondary electrons is examined. |
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Institute of Physics |
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Bristol |
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000317275400016 |
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2013-03-28 |
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0963-0252;1361-6595; |
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Impact Factor |
3.302 |
Times cited |
9 |
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Most recent IF: 3.302; 2013 IF: 3.056 |
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UA @ lucian @ c:irua:106877 |
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1413 |
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Godoi, R.H.M.; Carneiro, B.H.B.; Paralovo, S.L.; Campos, V.P.; Tavares, T.M.; Evangelista, H.; Van Grieken, R.; Godoi, A.F.L. |
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Indoor air quality of a museum in a subtropical climate : the Oscar Niemeyer museum in Curitiba, Brazil |
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A1 Journal article |
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2013 |
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The science of the total environment |
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452 |
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314-320 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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The assessment of damage to indoor cultural heritage, in particular by pollutants, is nowadays a major and growing concern for curators and conservators. Nevertheless, although many museums have been widely investigated in Europe, the effects of particulate matter and gaseous pollutants in museums under tropical and subtropical climates and with different economic realities are still unclear. An important portion of the world's cultural heritage is currently in tropical countries where both human and financial resources for preserving museum collections are limited. Hence, our aim is to assess the damage that can be caused to the artwork by pollution in hot and humid environments, where air quality and microclimatic condition differences can cause deterioration. As a case study, particulate matter as well as gases were collected at the Oscar Niemeyer Museum (MON) in Curitiba, Brazil, where large modern and contemporary works of art are displayed. NO2, SO2, O3, Acetic Acid, Formic Acids and BTEX, in the ambient air, were sampled by means of passive diffusive sampling and their concentrations were determined by IC or GCMS. The particulate matter was collected in bulk form and analyzed with the use of energy dispersive X-ray fluorescence and aethalometer. The chemical compositions of individual particles were quantitatively elucidated, including low-Z components like C, N and O, as well as higher-Z elements, using automated electron probe microanalysis. The gaseous and particulate matter levels were then compared with the concentrations obtained for the same pollutants in other museums, located in places with different climates, and with some reference values provided by international cultural heritage conservation centers. Results are interpreted separately and as a whole with the specific aim of identifying compounds that could contribute to the chemical reactions taking place on the surfaces of artifacts and which could potentially cause irreversible damage to the artworks. |
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2013-03-23 |
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Van Laer, K.; Tinck, S.; Samara, V.; de Marneffe, J.F.; Bogaerts, A. |
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Etching of low-k materials for microelectronics applications by means of a N2/H2 plasma : modeling and experimental investigation |
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A1 Journal article |
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2013 |
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Plasma sources science and technology |
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Plasma Sources Sci T |
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22 |
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2 |
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025011-25019 |
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A1 Journal article; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) |
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In this paper, we investigate the etch process of so-called low-k organic material by means of a N2/H2 capacitively coupled plasma, as applied in the micro-electronics industry for the manufacturing of computer chips. In recent years, such an organic material has emerged as a possible alternative for replacing bulk SiO2 as a dielectric material in the back-end-of-line, because of the smaller parasitic capacity between adjacent conducting lines, and thus a faster propagation of the electrical signals throughout the chip. Numerical simulations with a hybrid plasma model, using an extensive plasma and surface chemistry set, as well as experiments are performed, focusing on the plasma properties as well as the actual etching process, to obtain a better insight into the underlying mechanisms. Furthermore, the effects of gas pressure, applied power and gas composition are investigated to try to optimize the etch process. In general, the plasma density reaches a maximum near the wafer edge due to the so-called 'edge effect'. As a result, the etch rate is not uniform but will also reach its maximum near the wafer edge. The pressure seems not to have a big effect. A higher power increases the etch rate, but the uniformity becomes (slightly) worse. The gas mixing ratio has no significant effect on the etch process, except when a pure H2 or N2 plasma is used, illustrating the synergistic effects of a N2/H2 plasma. In fact, our calculations reveal that the N2/H2 plasma entails an ion-enhanced etch process. The simulation results are in reasonable agreement with the experimental values. The microscopic etch profile shows the desired anisotropic shape under all conditions under study. |
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Institute of Physics |
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Bristol |
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2013-03-18 |
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0963-0252;1361-6595; |
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3.302 |
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13 |
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Most recent IF: 3.302; 2013 IF: 3.056 |
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UA @ lucian @ c:irua:106654 |
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1084 |
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Van Eynde, E.; Tytgat, T.; Smits, M.; Verbruggen, S.W.; Hauchecorne, B.; Lenaerts, S. |
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Biotemplated diatom silica-titania materials for air purification |
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A1 Journal article |
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2013 |
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Photochemical & photobiological sciences |
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Photoch Photobio Sci |
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12 |
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4 |
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690-695 |
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A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Sustainable Energy, Air and Water Technology (DuEL) |
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We present a novel manufacture route for silicatitania photocatalysts using the diatom microalga Pinnularia sp. Diatoms self-assemble into porous silica cell walls, called frustules, with periodic micro-, meso- and macroscale features. This unique hierarchical porous structure of the diatom frustule is used as a biotemplate to incorporate titania by a solgel methodology. Important material characteristics of the modified diatom frustules under study are morphology, crystallinity, surface area, pore size and optical properties. The produced biosilicatitania material is evaluated towards photocatalytic activity for NOx abatement under UV radiation. This research is the first step to obtain sustainable, well-immobilised silicatitania photocatalysts using diatoms. |
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2012-10-25 |
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1474-905x; 1474-9092 |
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2.344 |
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18 |
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Most recent IF: 2.344; 2013 IF: 2.939 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:106625 |
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5930 |
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Liu, Y.-X.; Zhang, Q.-Z.; Liu, L.; Song, Y.-H.; Bogaerts, A.; Wang, Y.-N. |
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Electron bounce resonance heating in dual-frequency capacitively coupled oxygen discharges |
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A1 Journal article |
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2013 |
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Plasma sources science and technology |
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Plasma Sources Sci T |
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22 |
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2 |
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025012-11 |
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A1 Journal article; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) |
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The electron bounce resonance heating (BRH) in dual-frequency capacitively coupled plasmas operated in oxygen is studied by different experimental methods and a particle-in-cell/Monte Carlo collision (PIC/MCC) simulation, and compared with the electropositive argon discharge. In comparison with argon, the experimental results show that in an oxygen discharge the resonance peaks in positive-ion density and light intensity tend to occur at larger electrode gaps. Moreover, at electrode gaps L > 2.5 cm, the positive-ion (and electron) density and the light emission drop monotonically in the oxygen discharge upon increasing L, whereas they rise (after an initial drop) in the argon case. At resonance gap the electronegativity reaches its maximum due to the BRH. All these experimental observations are explained by PIC/MCC simulations, which show that in the oxygen discharge the bulk electric field becomes quite strong and is out of phase with the sheath field. Therefore, it retards the resonance electrons when traversing the bulk, resulting in a suppressed BRH. Both experiment and simulation results show that this effect becomes more pronounced at lower high-frequency power, when the discharge mode changes from electropositive to electronegative. In a pure oxygen discharge, the BRH is suppressed with increasing pressure and almost diminishes at 12 Pa. Finally, the driving frequency significantly affects the BRH, because it determines the phase relation between bulk electric field and sheath electric field. |
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Institute of Physics |
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Bristol |
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000317275400014 |
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2013-03-18 |
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0963-0252;1361-6595; |
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3.302 |
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20 |
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Most recent IF: 3.302; 2013 IF: 3.056 |
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UA @ lucian @ c:irua:106534 |
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911 |
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Van Wesenbeeck, K.; Hauchecorne, B.; Lenaerts, S. |
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Study of a TiO2 photocatalytic coating for use in plasma catalysis |
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A2 Journal article |
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2013 |
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Communications in agricultural and applied biological sciences |
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78 |
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1 |
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227-233 |
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A2 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Sustainable Energy, Air and Water Technology (DuEL) |
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1379-1176 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:105388 |
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5991 |
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Van Eynde, E.; Tytgat, T.; Smits, M.; Verbruggen, S.; Hauchecorne, B.; Blust, R.; Lenaerts, S. |
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Diatom silica-titania materials for photocatalytic air purification |
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A2 Journal article |
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2013 |
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Communications in agricultural and applied biological sciences |
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1 |
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1 |
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141-147 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:105334 |
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5943 |
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Filippov, S.K.; Sedlacek, O.; Bogomolova, A.; Vetrik, M.; Jirak, D.; Kovar, J.; Kucka, J.; Bals, S.; Turner, S.; Stepanek, P.; Hruby, M.; |
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Glycogen as a biodegradable construction nanomaterial for in vivo use |
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A1 Journal article |
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2012 |
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Macromolecular bioscience |
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Macromol Biosci |
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12 |
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12 |
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1731-1738 |
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A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) |
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It is demonstrated that glycogen as a biodegradable and inexpensive material coming from renewable resources can be used as a carrier for the construction of in vivo imaging nanoagents. The model system considered is composed of glycogen modified with gadolinium and fluorescent labels. Systematic studies of properties of these nanocarriers by a variety of physical methods and results of in vivo tests of biodegradability are reported. This represents, to the authors' best knowledge, the first such use of glycogen. |
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Weinheim |
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2012-11-21 |
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1616-5187; |
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3.238 |
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22 |
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262348 ESMI; FWO; Hercules |
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Most recent IF: 3.238; 2012 IF: 3.742 |
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UA @ lucian @ c:irua:105286 |
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1354 |
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Hellar-Kihampa, H.; De Wael, K.; Lugwisha, E.; Govindan, M.; Covaci, A.; Van Grieken, R. |
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Spatial monitoring of organohalogen compounds in surface water and sediments of a rural-urban river basin in Tanzania |
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A1 Journal article |
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2013 |
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The science of the total environment |
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Sci Total Environ |
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447 |
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186-197 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation); Toxicological Centre |
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The presence of persistent organic pollutants in Tanzanian environment is not well monitored despite the existing pollution potential from a number of sources. In this study, we investigated for the first time, the concentration profiles of different organohalogen compounds such as organochlorine pesticide residues (OCPs), polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) and polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) in environmental samples (water and sediments) from the Pangani river basin (PRB). The PRB is one of the largest drainage basins in Tanzania, with its watershed exposed to multiple input sources of trace organic contaminants. Surface water and sediments were sampled from 12 representative stations of diverse characteristics and land-use practices, in three distinct seasons, and extracted by liquidliquid and Soxhlet extraction methods, respectively. Water samples were analyzed by GC-ECD for OCPs only, while sediment samples were analyzed for OCPs, PCBs and PBDEs by GC/MS. Seven compounds, dominated by HCH isomers (5104460 pg/L) and DDT analogs (1601460 pg/L),were detected in the water samples. These concentrations are far below the WHO guidelines for drinking water quality. A total of 42 compounds (8 OCPs, 28 PCB congeners and 6 PBDE congeners) were detected in the sediment samples. Their respective total concentration ranges were 24510,230; 35711,000 and 382175 pg/g dry weight. The spatial distribution patterns and Hierarchical Cluster Analysis reflected the impact of historical agricultural usage in sugarcane plantations (OCPs), and urbanization (PCBs and PBDEs). Risk assessment using sediment quality guidelines indicated no ecotoxicological risks. The results we have found provide preliminary data on levels of the organic contaminants in Pangani river basin as a new insight on the environmental quality of the area. |
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2013-02-05 |
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0048-9697 |
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4.9 |
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42 |
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; This research project was funded by the International Foundation for Science (IFS, Project Number W/4945-1). The authors wish to acknowledge the contribution of the Pangani Basin Water Office (PBWO) in Moshi, Tanzania; especially Ms. Arafa Maggidi in provision of valuable information and assistance with the sampling campaigns, and Salim Lyimo in mapping of the study area. The contributions of Mr. Peter Machibya of the Department of Geology, University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania in sediment characterization; and Mr. Emmanuel Gwae, of the Government Chemists Laboratory Agency (GCLA) Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, for instrumental analysis of the water samples, are highly appreciated. Harieth Hellar-Kihampa acknowledges financial support from the Belgian Technical Agency (BTC). Govindan Malarvannan and Adrian Covaci acknowledge financial support from the University of Antwerp. ; |
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Most recent IF: 4.9; 2013 IF: 3.163 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:105260 |
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5836 |
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Verbruggen, S.W.; Masschaele, K.; Moortgat, E.; Korany, T.E.; Hauchecorne, B.; Martens, J.A.; Lenaerts, S. |
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Factors driving the activity of commercial titanium dioxide powders towards gas phase photocatalytic oxidation of acetaldehyde |
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A1 Journal article |
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2012 |
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Catalysis science & technology |
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Catal Sci Technol |
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2 |
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11 |
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2311-2318 |
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A1 Journal article; Sustainable Energy, Air and Water Technology (DuEL) |
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The photocatalytic activity of two commercial titanium dioxide powders (Cristal Global, Millennium PC500 and Evonik, P25) is compared towards acetaldehyde degradation in the gas phase. In contrast to the extensive literature available, we found a higher activity for the PC500 than for the P25 coating. Here, we present a comprehensive characterization of the bulk and surface properties of both powders. Our comparison shows that the material properties that dominate the overall photocatalytic activity in gas phase differ from those required for the photodegradation of water-borne pollutants. |
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2012-06-13 |
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2044-4753; 2044-4761 |
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5.773 |
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33 |
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; S.W.V. acknowledges the Research Foundation of Flanders (FWO) for the financial support. J.A.M acknowledges long term funding (Methusalem). ; |
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Most recent IF: 5.773; 2012 IF: 3.753 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:105162 |
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5952 |
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Croitoru, M.D.; Vagov, A.; Shanenko, A.A.; Axt, V.M. |
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The Cooper problem in nanoscale : enhancement of the coupling due to confinement |
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2012 |
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Superconductor science and technology |
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Supercond Sci Tech |
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25 |
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12 |
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124001-124005 |
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A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT) |
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In 1956 Cooper demonstrated (1956 Phys. Rev. 104 1189) that, no matter how weak the attraction is, two electrons in three-dimensional (3D) space just above the Fermi sea could be bound. In this work we investigate the influence of confinement on the binding energy of a Cooper pair. We show that confinement-induced modification of the Fermi sea results in a significant increase of the binding energy, when the bottom of an energy subband is very close to the Fermi surface. |
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Bristol |
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2012-11-08 |
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0953-2048;1361-6668; |
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2.878 |
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9 |
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; MDC acknowledges support by the European Community under the Marie Curie IEF Action (Grant Agreement No. PIEF-GA-2009-235486-ScQSR). ; |
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Most recent IF: 2.878; 2012 IF: 2.758 |
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UA @ lucian @ c:irua:105121 |
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3573 |
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Schryvers, D.; Shi, H.; Martinez, G.T.; Van Aert, S.; Frenzel, J.; Van Humbeeck, J. |
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Nano- and microcrystal investigations of precipitates, interfaces and strain fields in Ni-Ti-Nb by various TEM techniques |
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P1 Proceeding |
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2013 |
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Materials science forum
T2 – 9th European Symposium on Martensitic Transformations (ESOMAT 2012), SEP 09-16, 2012, St Petersburg, RUSSIA |
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738/739 |
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65-71 |
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P1 Proceeding; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) |
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In the present contribution several advanced electron microscopy techniques are employed in order to describe chemical and structural features of the nano- and microstructure of a Ni45.5Ti45.5Nb9 alloy. A line-up of Nb-rich nano-precipitates is found in the Ni-Ti-rich austenite of as-cast material. Concentration changes of the matrix after annealing are correlated with changes in the transformation temperatures. The formation of rows and plates of larger Nb-rich precipitates and particles is described. The interaction of a twinned martensite plate with a Nb-rich nano-precipitate is discussed and the substitution of Nb atoms on the Ti-sublattice in the matrix is confirmed. |
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Lausanne |
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2013-03-11 |
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UA @ lucian @ c:irua:104692 |
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2247 |
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Wang, X.; Amin-Ahmadi, B.; Schryvers, D.; Verlinden, B.; Van Humbeeck, J. |
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Effect of annealing on the transformation behavior and mechanical properties of two nanostructured Ti-50.8at.%Ni thin wires produced by different methods |
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A1 Journal article |
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2013 |
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Materials science forum |
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738/739 |
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306-310 |
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A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) |
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A Ti-50.8at.%Ni wire produced using a co-drawing method and a commercial Ti-50.8at.%Ni wire were annealed at different temperatures between 450°C and 700°C. Grains with diameter less than 100nm were revealed by transmission electron microscopy for both wires before annealing treatment. However, the microstructural heterogeneity of the co-drawn wire is more obvious than that of the commercial wire. Multi-stage martensitic transformation was observed in the co-drawn wire, compared with the one-stage A↔M transformation in the commercial wire after annealing at 600°C for 30min. The differences of total elongation, plateau strain and pseudoelastic recoverable strain between the commercial wire and the co-drawn wire were also observed. The differences of the transformation behavior and mechanical properties between the commercial wire and the co-drawn wire are attributed to the microstructural difference between these two wires. |
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Lausanne |
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2013-03-11 |
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5 |
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UA @ lucian @ c:irua:104691 |
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798 |
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Shi, H.; Frenzel, J.; Schryvers, D. |
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EM characterization of precipitates in as-cast and annealed Ni45.5Ti45.5Nb9 shape memory alloys |
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P1 Proceeding |
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2013 |
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Materials science forum |
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738/739 |
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113-117 |
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P1 Proceeding; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) |
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Nb-rich precipitates in the matrix of as-cast and annealed Ni45.5Ti45.5Nb9 alloys are investigated by scanning and scanning transmission electron microscopy, including slice-and-view and geometric phase analysis (GPA). The Nb-rich bcc nano-precipitates in the as-cast alloy have a 10% lattice parameter difference with the B2 matrix and reveal compensating interface dislocations. The 3D reconstruction of the configuration of small Nb-rich precipitates in the annealed alloy reveals a wall-like distribution of precipitates, which may increase the thermal hysteresis of the material. |
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Lausanne |
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000316089000020 |
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2013-03-11 |
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UA @ lucian @ c:irua:104690 |
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1028 |
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Vanhellemont, J.; Maes, H.E.; Schaekers, M.; Armigliato, A.; Cerva, H.; Cullis, A.; de Sande, J.; Dinges, H.; Hallais, J.; Nayar, V.; Pickering, C.; Stehlé, J.L.; Van Landuyt, J.; Walker, C.; Werner, H.; Salieri, P.; |
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Round-robin investigation of silicon-oxide on silicon reference materials for ellipsometry |
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A1 Journal article |
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1993 |
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Applied surface science
T2 – SYMP ON DIAGNOSTIC TECHNIQUES FOR SEMICONDUCTOR MATERIALS ANALYSIS AND, FABRICATION PROCESS CONTROL, AT THE 1992 SPRING CONF OF THE EUROPEAN, MATERIALS RESEARCH SOC, JUN 02-05, 1992, STRASBOURG, FRANCE |
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Appl Surf Sci |
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63 |
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1-4 |
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45-51 |
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A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) |
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The main results and conclusions are presented of a round robin study of silicon oxide on silicon reference samples for ellipsometry. The oxide films with nominal thicknesses of 10, 50 and 120 nm are grown by thermal oxidation. The oxide film thicknesses have been determined by single wavelength ellipsometry (SWE), by spectroscopic ellipsometry (SE) and by cross-sectional conventional and high-resolution transmission electron microscopy (TEM and HREM) in different laboratories. The main conclusions are that special precautions have to be taken in order to use TEM as a reliable thickness measurement technique; that single wavelength ellipsometry can be used with great accuracy and reproducibility for the 50 and 120 nm film thicknesses but that it shows some inherent problems for the 10 nm films; and that spectroscopic ellipsometry showed for all film thicknesses an accuracy and reproducibility which is clearly superior to that of SWE. |
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Elsevier science bv |
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Amsterdam |
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A1993KF03400009 |
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2002-10-16 |
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0169-4332; |
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Impact Factor |
2.711 |
Times cited |
13 |
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UA @ lucian @ c:irua:104539 |
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2932 |
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Amelinckx, S.; Van Tendeloo, G.; van Landuyt, J. |
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The study of high Tc-superconducting materials by electron microscopy and electron diffraction |
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A1 Journal article |
Year |
1991 |
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Superconductor science and technology
T2 – SATELLITE CONF TO THE 19TH INTERNATIONAL CONF ON LOW TEMPERATURE PHYSICS : HIGH TEMPERATURE SUPERCONDUCTIVITY, AUG 13-15, 1990, QUEENS COLL, CAMBRIDGE, ENGLAND |
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Supercond Sci Tech |
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4 |
Issue |
s:[1] |
Pages |
S19-S34 |
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A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) |
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A survey is given of the application of different electron microscopic techniques to the study of structural features of high T(c)-superconducting materials. Emphasis is laid in this contribution on those structural aspects for the study of which electron microscopy has been essential or has contributed to a significant extent. |
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Bristol |
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A1991FA42000004 |
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2002-08-25 |
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0953-2048;1361-6668; |
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Impact Factor |
2.325 |
Times cited |
2 |
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PHYSICS, APPLIED 47/145 Q2 # |
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UA @ lucian @ c:irua:104503 |
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3596 |
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Muret, P.; Nguyen, T.T.A.; Frangis, N.; Van Tendeloo, G.; van Landuyt, J. |
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Photoelectric and electrical responses of several erbium silicide/silicon interfaces |
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A1 Journal article |
Year |
1996 |
Publication |
Applied surface science
T2 – International Symposium on Si Heterostructures – From Physics to Devices, SEP 11-14, 1995, IRAKLION, GREECE |
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Appl Surf Sci |
Volume |
102 |
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173-177 |
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A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) |
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In this work, photoelectric yield and electrical properties of several types of epitaxial erbium silicide on silicon Schottky diodes are studied, Different preparation conditions are used simultaneously on n- and p-Si(111) substrates for the 200 Angstrom thick silicide films. A last type of sample consists in 1.3 monolayer of epitaxial silicide with root 3 X root 3 superstructure on the Si substrate and covered by silver on the top. Photocurrent measurements are done as a function of photon energy at several temperatures. All these samples show barrier heights near 1 eV on p-type Si, even for the interface comprising only 1.3 monolayer of silicide whereas barrier heights on n-rype Si span the range from 0.28 to 0.67 eV for this last kind of sample, the sum of the barriers always exceeding the silicon band gap, These photoelectric results are confirmed by electrical characterisations, All these results show that the Fermi level is pinned 0.1 eV below the conduction band edge on p-type Si but shifts to various positions lower within the band gap on n-type Si. This fact leads to the hypothesis of a density of -7 interface states close to the charge change in the Si depletion zone from p- to n-type, namely 10(12) eV(-1) cm(-2). Although some inhomogeneities and defects at the interface are detected by electron microscopy for samples annealed at 750 degrees C, Fermi level position seems rather insensitive to the structural details of the interface while the silicide thickness plays a role on n-type Si. |
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Amsterdam |
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A1996VJ86100039 |
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2003-05-12 |
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0169-4332; |
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Impact Factor |
2.711 |
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3 |
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UA @ lucian @ c:irua:104392 |
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2611 |
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Deveirman, A.; van Landuyt, J.; Vanhellemont, J.; Maes, H.E.; Yallup, K. |
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Defects in high-dose oxygen implanted silicon : a TEM study |
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A1 Journal article |
Year |
1991 |
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Vacuum: the international journal and abstracting service for vacuum science and technology
T2 – 1ST SIOMX WORKSHOP ( SEPARATION BY IMPLANTATION OF OXYGEN ) ( SWI-88 ), NOV 07-08, 1988, UNIV SURREY, GUILDFORD, ENGLAND |
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Vacuum |
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42 |
Issue |
5-6 |
Pages |
367-369 |
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A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) |
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Results are discussed of a transmission electron microscopy study of high-dose oxygen implanted silicon. In addition to the general high temperature (> 1200-degrees-C) annealing treatments also annealings at 'low' temperatures (1000-1100-degrees-C) were performed in order to slow down the precipitate and defect reactions. The observed dissolution of the oxide precipitates during prolonged high temperature annealing is explained by critical radius considerations. Threading dislocations are the remaining lattice defects in the silicon overlayer and cannot be removed by further annealing. Low temperature annealing results in the formation and subsequent unfaulting of extrinsic stacking fault loops below the buried oxide layer. |
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Oxford |
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A1991EV61700007 |
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2002-10-19 |
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0042-207X; |
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Impact Factor |
1.858 |
Times cited |
4 |
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MATERIALS SCIENCE, MULTIDISCIPLINARY 96/271 Q2 # |
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UA @ lucian @ c:irua:104022 |
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629 |
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Terzano, R.; Spagnuolo, M.; Medici, L.; Vekemans, B.; Vincze, L.; Janssens, K.; Ruggiero, P. |
Title |
Copper stabilization by zeolite synthesis in polluted soils treated with coal fly ash |
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A1 Journal article |
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2005 |
Publication |
Environmental science and technology |
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Environ Sci Technol |
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39 |
Issue |
16 |
Pages |
6280-6287 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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This study deals with the process of zeolite formation in an agricultural soil artificially polluted by high amounts of Cu (15 mg of Cu/g of soil dry weight) and treated with fused coal fly ash at 30 and 60 degrees C and how this process affects the mobility and availability of the metal. As a consequence of the treatment, the amount of dissolved Cu, and thus its mobility, was strongly reduced, and the percentage of the metal stabilized in the solid phase increased over time, reaching values of 30% at 30 degrees C and 40% at 60 degrees C. The physicochemical phenomena responsible for Cu stabilization in the solid phase have been evaluated by EDTA sequential extractions and synchrotron radiation based X-ray microanalytical techniques. These techniques were used for the visualization of the spatial distribution and the speciation of Cu in and/or on the neo-formed zeolite particles. In particular, micro XRF (X-ray fluorescence) tomography showed direct evidence that Cu can be entrapped as clusters inside the porous zeolitic structures while,mu-XANES (X-ray absorption near edge structure) spectroscopy determinations revealed Cu to be present mainly as Cu(II) hydroxide and Cu(II) oxide. The reported results could be useful as a basic knowledge for planning new technologies for the on site physicochemical stabilization of heavy metals in heavily polluted soils. |
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2005-08-11 |
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0013-936x; 1520-5851 |
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Impact Factor |
6.198 |
Times cited |
39 |
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Most recent IF: 6.198; 2005 IF: 4.054 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:103658 |
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5560 |
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Villani, K.; Vermandel, W.; Smets, K.; Liang, D.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Martens, J.A. |
Title |
Platinum particle size and support effects in NOx mediated carbon oxidation over platinum catalysts |
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A1 Journal article |
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2006 |
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Environmental science & technology |
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Environ Sci Technol |
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40 |
Issue |
8 |
Pages |
2727-2733 |
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A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) |
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Platinum metal was dispersed on microporous, mesoporous, and nonporous support materials including the zeolites Na-Y, Ba-Y, Ferrierite, ZSM-22, ETS-10, and AlPO-11, alumina, and titania. The oxidation of carbon black loosely mixed with catalyst powder was monitored gravimetrically in a gas stream containing nitric oxide, oxygen, and water. The carbon oxidation activity of the catalysts was found to be uniquely related to the Pt dispersion and little influenced by support type. The optimum dispersion is around 3-4% corresponding to relatively large Pt particle sizes of 2040 nm. The carbon oxidation activity reflects the NO oxidation activity of the platinum catalyst, which reaches an optimum in the 20-40 nm Pt particle size range. The lowest carbon oxidation temperatures were achieved with platinum loaded ZSM-22 and AlPO-11 zeolite crystallites bearing platinum of optimum dispersion on their external surfaces. |
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Easton, Pa |
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000236992700038 |
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2006-04-13 |
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0013-936X;1520-5851; |
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Impact Factor |
6.198 |
Times cited |
29 |
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Comet; Goa |
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Most recent IF: 6.198; 2006 IF: 4.040 |
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UA @ lucian @ c:irua:103628 |
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2651 |
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Bencs, L. |
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Calculation of the spectral line profile broadening parameter in graphite furnace atomic absorption spectrometry |
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A1 Journal article |
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2008 |
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Canadian Journal Of Analytical Sciences And Spectroscopy |
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53 |
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2 |
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52-58 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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A polynomial approach is applied for a number of data from the Posener-tables to calculate the values of the intensity distribution function of atomic absorption lines – H(a, 0.726a) – at the tabulated damping-parameter values with an error not worse than 0.044 %. For the resultant H(a, 0.726a) data, the ninth and sixth order polynomials can be fitted according to the damping parameter range of 0-2, and 2-10, respectively, which results in a minimal error of approximation. The derived functions are simply applicable to the calculation of any H(a, 0.726a) value belonging to a damping-parameter of any arbitrarily selected spectral line, implying the influence of Doppler- and Lorentz-broadening. The overall error of the described method is lower than 0.4 %. |
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1205-6685 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:103094 |
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7571 |
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Helm, M.; Peeters, F.M.; de Rosa, F.; Colas, E.; Harbison, J.P.; Florez, L.T. |
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Infrared-spectroscopy of subbands, minibands, and donors in GaAs/AlGaAs superlattices |
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A1 Journal article |
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1992 |
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Surface science : a journal devoted to the physics and chemistry of interfaces
T2 – 9TH INTERNATIONAL CONF ON THE ELECTRONIC PROPERTIES OF TWO-DIMENSIONAL, SYSTEMS ( EP2DS-9 ) / 5TH INTERNATIONAL CONF ON MODULATED SEMICONDUCTOR, STRUCTURES ( MSS-5 ), JUL |
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Surf Sci |
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263 |
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1-3 |
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518-526 |
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A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT) |
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A far-infrared absorption study of electrons in lightly-doped GaAs/Al0.3Ga0.7As superlattices is presented. Both weakly and strongly coupled superlattices are investigated, and the difference between intersubband transitions and transitions between extended minibands is demonstrated. At low temperatures, the absorption spectra are dominated by donor transitions. The 1s-2p(z) transition, which is intimately related to the intersubband transition, is observed. All experimental data are compared to an envelope function calculation for the miniband structure and a variational calculation for the donor energies. Excellent agreement between experiment and theory is achieved. |
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Amsterdam |
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A1992HF18600104 |
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2002-10-18 |
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0039-6028; |
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Impact Factor |
1.925 |
Times cited |
5 |
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UA @ lucian @ c:irua:103055 |
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1665 |
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