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| Author | Saqlain, M.A.; Hussain, A.; Siddiq, D.M.; Leenaerts, O.; Leitão, A.A. | ||||
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DFT Study of Synergistic Catalysis of the Water-Gas-Shift Reaction on Cu-Au Bimetallic Surfaces | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
| Year | 2016 | Publication | ChemCatChem | Abbreviated Journal | Chemcatchem |
| Volume | 8 | Issue | 8 | Pages | 1208-1217 |
| Keywords | A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT) | ||||
| Abstract | The water-gas-shift reaction (WGSR) is an important industrial process that can be significantly enhanced at suitable catalyst surfaces. In this work, we investigate the catalytic behavior of metallic Cu(1 0 0) and bimetallic Cu–Au(1 0 0) surfaces. With density functional theory calculations, the variation in the Gibbs free energy (ΔG°), the activation barriers, and the rate constants for the WGSR are calculated. The variation in ΔG° for water dissociation shows that the process is spontaneous up to 520 K on the bimetallic surface and up to 229 K on the Cu(1 0 0) surface. The calculated rate constants for the process also show that the bimetallic surface is much more reactive than the Cu(1 0 0) surface. The calculated pressure–temperature phase diagram for water dissociation shows that the partial pressure of H2O required for water dissociation on the bimetallic surface is substantially lower than that on the Cu(1 0 0) surface at all the studied temperatures. Additionally, the calculations demonstrate that the kinetics of the water-gas-shift reaction is dominated by redox processes on both the surfaces. | ||||
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| Language | Wos | 000373074900026 | Publication Date | 2016-02-26 | |
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| ISSN | 1867-3880 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
| Impact Factor | 4.803 | Times cited | 8 | Open Access | |
| Notes | ; The authors would like to thank the Brazilian agencies CNPq, CAPES, FAPEMIG (CEX-PPM-00262/13), and TWAS for financial support and CENAPAD-SP for computational facilities. M.A. Saqlain pays special thanks to all the members of GFQSI for making his stay in Brazil memorable. ; | Approved | Most recent IF: 4.803 | ||
| Call Number | c:irua:133236 | Serial | 4070 | ||
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| Author | Shirazi, M.; Neyts, E.C.; Bogaerts, A. | ||||
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DFT study of Ni-catalyzed plasma dry reforming of methane | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
| Year | 2017 | Publication | Applied catalysis : B : environmental | Abbreviated Journal | Appl Catal B-Environ |
| Volume | 205 | Issue | 205 | Pages | 605-614 |
| Keywords | A1 Journal article; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) | ||||
| Abstract | tWe investigated the plasma-assisted catalytic reactions for the production of value-added chemicalsfrom Ni-catalyzed plasma dry reforming of methane by means of density functional theory (DFT). Weinspected many activation barriers, from the early stage of adsorption of the major chemical fragmentsderived fromCH4andCO2molecules up to the formation of value-added chemicals at the surface, focusingon the formation of methanol, as well as the hydrogenation of C1and C2hydrocarbon fragments. Theactivation barrier calculations show that the presence of surface-bound H atoms and in some cases alsoremaining chemical fragments at the surface facilitates the formation of products. This implies that thehydrogenation of a chemical fragment on the hydrogenated crystalline surface is energetically favouredcompared to the simple hydrogenation of the chemical fragment at the bare Ni(111) surface. Indeed, thepresence of hydrogen modifies the electronic structure of the surface and the course of the reactions.We therefore conclude that surface-bound H atoms, and to some extent also the remaining chemicalfragments at the crystalline surface, induce the following effects: they facilitate associative desorption ofmethanol and ethane by increasing the rate of H-transfer to the adsorbed fragments while they impedehydrogenation of ethylene to ethane, thus promoting again the desorption of ethylene. Overall, they thusfacilitate the catalytic conversion of the formed fragments from CH4and CO2, into value-added chemicals.Finally, we believe that the retention of methane fragments, especially CH3, in the presence of surface-boundHatoms (as observed here for Ni) can be regarded as an identifier for the proper choice of a catalystfor the production of value-added chemicals. | ||||
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| Language | Wos | 000393931000063 | Publication Date | 2017-01-05 | |
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| ISSN | 0926-3373 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
| Impact Factor | 9.446 | Times cited | 26 | Open Access | OpenAccess |
| Notes | Financial support from the Reactive Atmospheric Plasmaprocessing –eDucation network (RAPID), through the EU 7thFramework Programme (grant agreement no. 606889) is grate-fully acknowledged. The calculations were performed using theTuring HPC infrastructure at the CalcUA core facility of the Univer-siteit Antwerpen, a division of the Flemish Supercomputer CenterVSC, funded by the Hercules Foundation, the Flemish | Approved | Most recent IF: 9.446 | ||
| Call Number | PLASMANT @ plasmant @ c:irua:139514 | Serial | 4343 | ||
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| Author | Nematollahi, P.; Ma, H.; Schneider, W.F.; Neyts, E.C. | ||||
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DFT and microkinetic comparison of ru-doped porphyrin-like graphene and nanotubes toward catalytic formic acid decomposition and formation | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
| Year | 2021 | Publication | Journal Of Physical Chemistry C | Abbreviated Journal | J Phys Chem C |
| Volume | 125 | Issue | 34 | Pages | 18673-18683 |
| Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) | ||||
| Abstract | Immobilization of single metal atoms on a solid host opens numerous possibilities for catalyst designs. If that host is a two-dimensional sheet, sheet curvature becomes a design parameter potentially complementary to host and metal composition. Here, we use a combination of density functional theory calculations and microkinetic modeling to compare the mechanisms and kinetics of formic acid decomposition and formation, chosen for their relevance as a potential hydrogen storage medium, over single Ru atoms anchored to pyridinic nitrogen in a planar graphene flake (RuN4-G) and curved carbon nanotube (RuN4-CNT). Activation barriers are lowered and the predicted turnover frequencies are increased over RuN4-CNT relative to RuN4-CNT. The results highlight the potential of curvature control as a means to achieve high performance and robust catalysts. | ||||
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| Language | Wos | 000693413400013 | Publication Date | 2021-08-22 | |
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| ISSN | 1932-7447; 1932-7455 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
| Impact Factor | 4.536 | Times cited | Open Access | OpenAccess | |
| Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: 4.536 | |||
| Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:181538 | Serial | 7805 | ||
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| Author | Peeters, F.M.; Li, X.Q.; Matulis, A. | ||||
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Devices consisting of hybrid systems: ferro-magnetic and superconducting disks on top of a heterojunction | Type | P3 Proceeding | ||
| Year | 1997 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal | ||
| Volume | Issue | Pages | 253-261 | ||
| Keywords | P3 Proceeding; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT) | ||||
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| Publisher | World Scientific | Place of Publication | London | Editor | |
| Language | Wos | Publication Date | 0000-00-00 | ||
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| Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: NA | |||
| Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:19307 | Serial | 685 | ||
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| Author | Buysse, C.; Kovalevsky, A.; Snijkers, F.; Buekenhoudt, A.; Mullens, S.; Luyten, J.; Kretzschmar, J.; Lenaerts, S. | ||||
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Development, performance and stability of sulfur-free, macrovoid-free BSCF capillaries for high temperature oxygen separation from air | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
| Year | 2011 | Publication | Journal of membrane science | Abbreviated Journal | J Membrane Sci |
| Volume | 372 | Issue | 1/2 | Pages | 239-248 |
| Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Sustainable Energy, Air and Water Technology (DuEL) | ||||
| Abstract | Capture and storage of CO2 (CCS) from fossil-fuel power plants is vital in order to counteract a pending anthropogenic global warming. High temperature oxygen transport perovskite membranes can fulfill an important role in the separation of oxygen from air needed in the oxy-fuel technologies for CCS. In this study we present the development, performance and stability of gastight, macrovoid-free and sulfur-free Ba0.5Sr0.5Co0.8Fe0.2O3 − δ (BSCF) mixed conductor capillary membranes prepared by phase-inversion spinning and sintering. A sulfur-free phase-inversion polymer was chosen in order to obtain a phase-pure BSCF crystal phase. Special attention was given to the polymer solution and ceramic spinning suspension in order to avoid macrovoids and achieve gastight membranes. The sulfur-free BSCF capillaries showed an average 4-point bending strength of 64 ± 8 MPa and a maximum oxygen flux of not, vert, similar5.3 Nml/(cm2 min) at 950 °C for an argon sweep flow rate of 125 Nml/min. The comparison of the performance of sulfur-free and sulfur-containing BSCF capillaries with similar dimensions revealed a profound impact of the sulfur contamination on both the oxygen flux and the activation energy of the overall oxygen transport mechanism. Both long-term oxygen permeation at different temperatures and post-operation analysis of a sulfur-free BSCF capillary were performed and discussed. | ||||
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| Language | Wos | 000289829200026 | Publication Date | 2011-02-17 | |
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| ISSN | 0376-7388 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
| Impact Factor | 6.035 | Times cited | 32 | Open Access | |
| Notes | ; The authors want to express their thanks to the VITO staff for their continuous support, especially B. Molenberghs, W. Doyen, H. Beckers, R. Kemps, M. Mertens, M. Schoeters and H. Chen. C. Buysse thankfully acknowledges a PhD scholarship provided by VITO and the University of Antwerp. This work is performed in the framework of the German Helmholtz Alliance Project “MEM-BRAIN”, aiming at the development of gas separation membranes for zero-emission fossil fuel power plants. ; | Approved | Most recent IF: 6.035; 2011 IF: 3.850 | ||
| Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:89916 | Serial | 5942 | ||
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| Author | Mendonça Verbinnen, C.D. | ||||
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Development of semiconductor-based photoelectrochemical sensing strategies for phenolic compounds in natural and supply water | Type | Doctoral thesis | ||
| Year | 2022 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal | ||
| Volume | Issue | Pages | 152 p. | ||
| Keywords | Doctoral thesis; Engineering sciences. Technology; Antwerp Electrochemical and Analytical Sciences Lab (A-Sense Lab) | ||||
| Abstract | A wide variety of organic and inorganic compounds have been frequently released into the environment without control by industries and agricultural activities. This has caused significant impact on the development and health of living organisms, and biodiversity. Therefore, the challenge of monitoring and/or remediation of these contaminants remains. This thesis presents the development of three sensing strategies based on photoelectrochemical sensors to monitor phenolic contaminants. The well-known semiconductors TiO2 and ZnO were used for building novel setups for nM analysis of phenolic compounds in water. The setups employing TiO2-based photosensors were integrated into a photoelectrochemical flow cell. The flow system favored higher sensitivity of the method by periodic wash sequences of the electrode, significantly reducing the electrode fouling. Firstly, a straightforward method was developed based on the immobilization of TiO2 on screen printed graphite electrodes. Under UV light, the developed photosensor presented high performance for the detection of 4- aminophenol. A second study was developed by impregnating gold nanoparticles into TiO2 structure. The incorporation of gold nanoparticles can broaden the light absorption region of TiO2 and improve its photocatalytic activity for the detection of hydroquinone under visible light. In both systems, the detection was possible due to the presence of reactive oxygen species at the surface of TiO2 upon light, which participate in the oxidation process of the analyte. By applying a reductive potential, the oxidized form of the analyte gets reduced and a measurable amperometric response proportional to the initial analyte concentration is recorded. The third proposed setup is a ZnO-based photosensor for the quantification of 4-nitrophenol under UVA light. Nanostructured ZnO was electrochemically synthesized on FTO glass without the use of catalysts or seed layer. A post-growth annealing treatment significantly improved ZnO nanorods physicochemical properties. Subsequent modification of ZnO nanorods with a photosensitizer (perylene acid) increased the photocurrent response and the sensitivity. In this system, the detection mechanism is based on the decrease of the photocurrent response at the presence of an electron harvesting molecule, such as 4-nitrophenol. The decrease in photocurrent is proportional to the increase of 4-nitrophenol concentration in the solution. The applicability of the photoelectrochemical semiconductor-based sensing setups was verified to analyze phenolic compounds in natural and supply water samples. The proposed robust and sensitive approaches were designed for the on-site monitoring of phenolic compounds. The encouraging results confirm the potential of these photosensors as promising tools for tracelevel sensing purposes. | ||||
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| Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:186763 | Serial | 8850 | ||
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| Author | Alfeld, M.W. | ||||
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Development of scanning macr-XRF for the investigation of historical paintings | Type | Doctoral thesis | ||
| Year | 2013 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal | ||
| Volume | Issue | Pages | 264 p. | ||
| Keywords | Doctoral thesis; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) | ||||
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| Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:111339 | Serial | 7803 | ||
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| Author | Ribbens, S.; Meynen, V.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Ke, X.; Mertens, M.; Maes, B.U.W.; Cool, P.; Vansant, E.F. | ||||
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Development of photocatalytic efficient Ti-based nanotubes and nanoribbons by conventional and microwave assisted synthesis strategies | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
| Year | 2008 | Publication | Microporous and mesoporous materials: zeolites, clays, carbons and related materials | Abbreviated Journal | Micropor Mesopor Mat |
| Volume | 114 | Issue | 1/3 | Pages | 401-409 |
| Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT); Laboratory of adsorption and catalysis (LADCA); Organic synthesis (ORSY) | ||||
| Abstract | Titanate nanotubes were prepared via a hydrothermal treatment of TiO2 powders (Riedel De Haen) in a basic solution. Morphology and structure of the prepared samples were characterized by high resolution transmission electron microscopy (HRTEM), selected area electron diffraction (SAED), XRD, FT-Raman spectroscopy, nitrogen sorption and DSC. The photocatalytic activity was evaluated by photocatalytic oxidation of rhodamine 6G. Trititanate nanotubes (TTNT) with inner pore diameters between 4 and 4.2 nm and surface areas up till 360 m(2)/g could be synthesized. The synthesis route was modified by introduction of a calcination step, by applying a lower hydrothermal temperature and microwave irradiation in order to increase the photocatalytic activity of the porous photoactive nanotubular materials. Calcination and a softer hydrothermal treatment led to the formation of anatase without affecting the surface area and nanotubular shape of the samples. In this way, the photocatalytic activity of the original trititanate nanotubes could be significantly increased. By making use of microwave assisted synthesis, the photocatalytic activity call also be increased due to the presence of anatase. However, by applying microwave synthesis, a different structure was obtained, nanoribbons (NR) instead of nanotubcs, resulting in a decrease in surface area and porosity. | ||||
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| Publisher | Place of Publication | Amsterdam | Editor | ||
| Language | Wos | 000258432100040 | Publication Date | 2008-02-01 | |
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| ISSN | 1387-1811; | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
| Impact Factor | 3.615 | Times cited | 47 | Open Access | |
| Notes | Fwo; Crp (Ua) | Approved | Most recent IF: 3.615; 2008 IF: 2.555 | ||
| Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:69696 | Serial | 683 | ||
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| Author | Pilehvar, S. | ||||
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Development of new strategies for electrochemical aptasensing | Type | Doctoral thesis | ||
| Year | 2016 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal | ||
| Volume | Issue | Pages | 198 p. | ||
| Keywords | Doctoral thesis; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) | ||||
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| Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:133790 | Serial | 7802 | ||
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| Author | Roegiers, J. | ||||
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Development of combined photocatalytic and active carbon fiber technology for indoor air purification based on Multiphysics models | Type | Doctoral thesis | ||
| Year | 2021 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal | ||
| Volume | Issue | Pages | XXX, 197 p. | ||
| Keywords | Doctoral thesis; Engineering sciences. Technology; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT); Sustainable Energy, Air and Water Technology (DuEL) | ||||
| Abstract | Exposure to volatile organic compounds (VOCs) remains a major public health concern. Indoor VOC concentrations typically far exceed outdoor levels due to a variety of emission sources and the stringent insulation measures that are imposed today. Many attempts have been made to use photocatalysis for indoor air purification. In an ideal situation, photocatalysis is capable of complete mineralization of VOCs to H2O and CO2, without any byproduct formation. Moreover, the process can take place at standard atmospheric conditions, i.e. ambient temperature and atmospheric pressure. However, successful exploitation is still impeded due to low conversion efficiency, significant pressure loss (and hence a high energy consumption) and byproduct formation. In the first part of this thesis an attempt was made to tackles these problems by designing a novel type of photocatalytic (PCO) reactor. The PCO device consists of a cylindrical vessel filled with TiO2-coated glass tubes and equipped with UV fluorescence lamps. It was investigated in terms of fluid dynamics, coating properties, UV-light distribution and photocatalytic activity. Experimental data was later used to develop and calibrate a Multiphysics model. The model proved to be a useful tool for designing and upscaling the PCO reactor. Consequently, an optimized prototype reactor was constructed and tested according the CEN-EN-16846-1 standard for VOC removal. Although the prototype showed promising results for lab-scale conditions, it struggled with byproduct formation when purifying ppb-level VOCs. In the second part of this thesis, activated carbon adsorption was investigated in order to combine it with photocatalysis. Activated carbon fiber was opted for its fast kinetics, high adsorption capacity and thermo-electrical regeneration. The filter was studied in detail regarding the adsorption of polar and apolar VOCs at indoor air concentration levels and regeneration capabilities. Experimental data was used to develop a Multiphysics model for activated carbon adsorption as well. Consequently, a novel type of ACF filter was developed using the Multiphysics model, which was equipped with electrodes in the tips of the pleats for effective thermal regeneration. In the last part, the combination of both ACF and PCO was studied using a realistic case study. Based on the Multiphysics model, the feasibility of a so-called hybrid air purification device could be investigated. The Multiphysics model shows promising results for this hybrid PCO-ACF system and hence, a demo setup was constructed for future research. | ||||
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| Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: NA | |||
| Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:181137 | Serial | 6860 | ||
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| Author | Hauchecorne, B. | ||||
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Development of an FTIR in situ reactor for real time study of surface reactions in photocatalysis | Type | Doctoral thesis | ||
| Year | 2011 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal | ||
| Volume | Issue | Pages | 155 p. | ||
| Keywords | Doctoral thesis; Engineering sciences. Technology; Sustainable Energy, Air and Water Technology (DuEL) | ||||
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| ISSN | ISBN | 978-90-5728-335-2 | Additional Links | UA library record | |
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| Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:89854 | Serial | 7801 | ||
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| Author | Campos, R.; Thiruvottriyur Shanmugam, S.; Daems, E.; Ribeiro, R.; De Wael, K. | ||||
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Development of an electrochemiluminescent oligonucleotide-based assay for the quantification of prostate cancer associated miR-141-3p in human serum | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
| Year | 2023 | Publication | Bioelectrochemistry: an international journal devoted to electrochemical aspects of biology and biological aspects of electrochemistry | Abbreviated Journal | |
| Volume | 153 | Issue | Pages | 108495-108496 | |
| Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Antwerp Electrochemical and Analytical Sciences Lab (A-Sense Lab) | ||||
| Abstract | MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are small oligonucleotides (18–25 bases), biologically relevant for epigenetic regulation of key processes, particularly in association with cancer. Research effort has therefore been directed towards the monitoring and detection of miRNAs to progress (early) cancer diagnoses. Traditional detection strategies for miRNAs are expensive, with a lengthy time-to-result. In this study we develop an oligonucleotide-based assay using electrochemistry for the specific, selective and sensitive detection of a circulating miRNA (miR-141) associated with prostate cancer. In the assay, the excitation and readout of the signal are independent: an electrochemical stimulation followed by an optical readout. A ‘sandwich’ approach is incorporated, consisting of a biotinylated capture probe immobilised on streptavidin-functionalised surfaces and a detection probe labelled with digoxigenin. We show that the assay allows the detection of miR-141 in human serum, even in the presence of other miRNAs, with a LOD of 0.25 pM. The developed electrochemiluminescent assay has, therefore, the potential for efficient universal oligonucleotide target detection via the redesign of capture and detection probes. | ||||
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| Language | Wos | 001031760700001 | Publication Date | 2023-06-30 | |
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| ISSN | 1567-5394 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record | |
| Impact Factor | 5 | Times cited | Open Access | Not_Open_Access: Available from 01.01.2024 | |
| Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: 5; 2023 IF: 3.346 | |||
| Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:197615 | Serial | 8849 | ||
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| Author | Huygh, S.; Bogaerts, A.; van Duin, A.C.T.; Neyts, E.C. | ||||
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Development of a ReaxFF reactive force field for intrinsic point defects in titanium dioxide | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
| Year | 2014 | Publication | Computational materials science | Abbreviated Journal | Comp Mater Sci |
| Volume | 95 | Issue | Pages | 579-591 | |
| Keywords | A1 Journal article; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) | ||||
| Abstract | A reactive ReaxFF force field is developed for studying the influence of intrinsic point defects on the chemistry with TiO2 condensed phases. The force field parameters are optimized to ab initio data for the equations of state, relative phase stabilities for titanium and titanium dioxide, potential energy differences for (TiO2)n-clusters (n = 116). Also data for intrinsic point defects in anatase were added. These data contain formation energies for interstitial titanium and oxygen vacancies, diffusion barriers of the oxygen vacancies and molecular oxygen adsorption on a reduced anatase (101) surface. Employing the resulting force field, we study the influence of concentration of oxygen vacancies and expansion or compression of an anatase surface on the diffusion of the oxygen vacancies. Also the barrier for oxygen diffusion in the subsurface region is evaluated using this force field. This diffusion barrier of 27.7 kcal/mol indicates that the lateral redistribution of oxygen vacancies on the surface and in the subsurface will be dominated by their diffusion in the subsurface, since both this barrier as well as the barriers for diffusion from the surface to the subsurface and vice versa (17.07 kcal/mol and 21.91 kcal/mol, respectively, as calculated with DFT), are significantly lower than for diffusion on the surface (61.12 kcal/mol as calculated with DFT). | ||||
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| Language | Wos | 000343781700077 | Publication Date | 2014-09-16 | |
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| ISSN | 0927-0256; | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
| Impact Factor | 2.292 | Times cited | 15 | Open Access | |
| Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: 2.292; 2014 IF: 2.131 | |||
| Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:119409 | Serial | 682 | ||
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| Author | Roegiers, J.; Denys, S. | ||||
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Development of a novel type activated carbon fiber filter for indoor air purification | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
| Year | 2021 | Publication | Chemical Engineering Journal | Abbreviated Journal | Chem Eng J |
| Volume | 417 | Issue | Pages | 128109 | |
| Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Sustainable Energy, Air and Water Technology (DuEL) | ||||
| Abstract | A novel type of activated carbon fiber filter was developed for indoor air purification. The filter is equipped with electrodes for thermo-electrical regeneration at the point of saturation. The electrodes are arranged in such a way that the filter forms a pleated structure with an electrode in the tip of each pleat. This allows for a uniform temperature distribution on the filter surface during the regeneration process and the pleated structure reduces the overall pressure drop across the filter. The latter was validated by Computational Fluid Dynamics, using Darcy-Forchheimer parameters derived in previous work. The CFD model was further used to perform a virtual sensitivity study in search for the optimal ACF filter design by varying the pleat length, pleat height and filter thickness. Finally, adsorption and desorption properties were investigated with acetaldehyde and toluene as model compounds. Freundlich and Langmuir adsorption parameters, derived in previous work were successfully validated with a Multiphysics model. | ||||
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| Language | Wos | 000653229500132 | Publication Date | 2020-12-15 | |
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| ISSN | 1385-8947; 1873-3212 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
| Impact Factor | 6.216 | Times cited | Open Access | OpenAccess | |
| Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: 6.216 | |||
| Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:174105 | Serial | 7800 | ||
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| Author | Hirayama, A.; Abe, Y.; van Loon, A.; De Keyser, N.; Noble, P.; Vanmeert, F.; Janssens, K.; Tantrakarn, K.; Taniguchi, K.; Nakai, I. | ||||
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Development of a new portable X-ray powder diffractometer and its demonstration to on-site analysis of two selected old master paintings from the Rijksmuseum | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
| Year | 2018 | Publication | Microchemical journal | Abbreviated Journal | Microchem J |
| Volume | 138 | Issue | 138 | Pages | 266-272 |
| Keywords | A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) | ||||
| Abstract | A portable X-ray powder diffractometer (p-XRD) PT-APXRD III has been developed for onsite analysis of paintings and archaeological samples. By using a Cu anode X-ray tube and a silicon drift diode (SDD) detector, diffraction patterns with a high signalnoise (S/N) ratio can be recorded. The X-ray tube can be operated at a maximum voltage of 60 kV, which makes it possible to simultaneously record X-ray fluorescence spectra up to the high-energy region. The total weight of this instrument is 16 kg, which can be carried anywhere and the goniometer unit (5.6 kg) can be placed on a tripod for analysis of mural paintings. We brought the instrument to the Rijksmuseum in the Netherlands to examine its applicability for the analysis of oil paintings. We successfully analyzed two seventeenthcentury oil paintings by Johannes Vermeer and Jan Davidsz de Heem (copy after). Ultramarine blue, leadtin yellow type I, and Naples yellow were identified from the diffraction patterns, demonstrating the high practicality of this instrument. Furthermore, it was found from the SEM-EDX analysis of a paint cross section that the yellow pigment was applied in separate layers rather than being mixed. This diffractometer will be commercially available in the near future and will have many applications in the field of material analysis. (C) 2018 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved. | ||||
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| Language | Wos | 000428103000030 | Publication Date | 2018-01-04 | |
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| ISSN | 0026-265x; 0026-265x | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
| Impact Factor | 3.034 | Times cited | 2 | Open Access | |
| Notes | ; This research was conducted with the support of the JSPS (Tokyo, Japan)-FWO (Brussels, Belgium) bilateral exchange project. ; | Approved | Most recent IF: 3.034 | ||
| Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:151565 | Serial | 5575 | ||
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| Author | Monico, L.; Prati, S.; Sciutto, G.; Catelli, E.; Romani, A.; Balbas, D.Q.; Li, Z.; De Meyer, S.; Nuyts, G.; Janssens, K.; Cotte, M.; Garrevoet, J.; Falkenberg, G.; Tardillo Suarez, V.I.; Tucoulou, R.; Mazzeo, R. | ||||
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Development of a multi-method analytical approach based on the combination of synchrotron radiation X-ray micro-analytical techniques and vibrational micro-spectroscopy methods to unveil the causes and mechanism of darkening of “fake-gilded” decorations in a Cimabue painting | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
| Year | 2022 | Publication | Journal of analytical atomic spectrometry | Abbreviated Journal | J Anal Atom Spectrom |
| Volume | 37 | Issue | 1 | Pages | 114-129 |
| Keywords | A1 Journal article; Antwerp X-ray Imaging and Spectroscopy (AXIS) | ||||
| Abstract | Redox processes activated by environmental factors have been identified as the main cause of the chromatic alterations of a number of artists' pigments, including the yellow pigment orpiment (As2S3). Although a general comprehension of the mechanisms has been provided through characterization of degradation compounds of As2S3, experimental evidences to prove how other paint components and how different environmental agents influence the formation pathways of specific secondary compounds are still lacking. Thus, it becomes fundamental to develop a methodological strategy which enable achieving a discrimination among the causes affecting the chemical stability of more heterogenous As2S3-based paints and defining the mechanism through which the alteration establishes and evolves, with the ultimate goal of optimizing the preventive conservation measures of unique masterpieces. In this paper, we propose a comprehensive multi-material and multi-method approach based on the combination of synchrotron radiation X-ray micro-analytical techniques (i.e., X-ray diffraction, X-ray fluorescence and X-ray absorption near edge structure spectroscopy at S K-/Ag L-3-/As K-edges) and vibrational micro-spectroscopy methods to unveil the causes and mechanism of darkening of “fake-gilded” decorations in tempera paintings, originally consisting of an unusual mixture of As2S3 and metallic silver (Ag-0). Such degradation process is a not yet understood phenomenon threatening a series of Old Master paintings, including those by the Italian painters Cimabue and Pietro Lorenzetti. The high specificity, sensitivity and lateral resolution of the employed analytical methods allowed providing first-time evidence for the presence of black acanthite (alpha-Ag2S), mimetite [Pb-5(AsO4)(3)Cl] and syngenite [K2Ca(SO4)(2)center dot H2O] as degradation products of the “fake-gilded” decorations in the Maesta by Cimabue (Church of Santa Maria dei Servi, Bologna, Italy). Furthermore, the study of the painting combined with that of tempera paint mock-ups permitted to explore and define the environmental agents and internal factors causing the darkening, by proving that: (i) Ag-0 and moisture are key-factors for triggering the transformation of As2S3 to alpha-Ag2S and As-oxides; (ii) S2--ions arising from the degradation of As2S3 are the main responsible for the formation of alpha-Ag2S; (iii) light exposure strengthens the tendency of the paint components towards alteration. Based on our findings, we finally propose a degradation mechanism of As2S3/Ag-0-based tempera paints. | ||||
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| Language | Wos | 000722353400001 | Publication Date | 2021-11-18 | |
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| ISSN | 0267-9477 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
| Impact Factor | 3.4 | Times cited | Open Access | OpenAccess | |
| Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: 3.4 | |||
| Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:184871 | Serial | 7142 | ||
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| Author | Semlali, B.-eddine B.; El Amrani, C.; Denys, S. | ||||
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Development of a Java-based application for environmental remote sensing data processing | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
| Year | 2019 | Publication | International Journal of Electrical and Computer Engineering | Abbreviated Journal | |
| Volume | 9 | Issue | 3 | Pages | 1978-1986 |
| Keywords | A1 Journal article; Sustainable Energy, Air and Water Technology (DuEL) | ||||
| Abstract | Air pollution is one of the most serious problems the world faces today. It is highly necessary to monitor pollutants in real-time to anticipate and reduce damages caused in several fields of activities. Likewise, it is necessary to provide decision makers with useful and updated environmental data. As a solution to a part of the above-mentioned necessities, we developed a Java-based application software to collect, process and visualize several environmental and pollution data, acquired from the Mediterranean Dialog earth Observatory (MDEO) platform [1]. This application will amass data of Morocco area from EUMETSAT satellites, and will decompress, filter and classify the received datasets. Then we will use the processed data to build an interactive environmental real-time map of Morocco. This should help finding out potential correlations between pollutants and emitting sources. | ||||
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| Language | Wos | Publication Date | 2019-04-20 | ||
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| ISSN | 2088-8708 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record | |
| Impact Factor | Times cited | Open Access | |||
| Notes | Approved | no | |||
| Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:163847 | Serial | 7799 | ||
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| Author | Gijbels, R. | ||||
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Development of a Fourier transform laser microprobe mass spectrometer with external ion source | Type | A3 Journal article | ||
| Year | 1993 | Publication | ICR/Ion trap newsletter | Abbreviated Journal | |
| Volume | 30 | Issue | Pages | ||
| Keywords | A3 Journal article; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) | ||||
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| Language | Wos | Publication Date | 0000-00-00 | ||
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| Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:6163 | Serial | 681 | ||
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| Author | Béché, A.; Goris, B.; Freitag, B.; Verbeeck, J. | ||||
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Development of a fast electromagnetic beam blanker for compressed sensing in scanning transmission electron microscopy | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
| Year | 2016 | Publication | Applied physics letters | Abbreviated Journal | Appl Phys Lett |
| Volume | 108 | Issue | 108 | Pages | 093103 |
| Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
| Abstract | The concept of compressed sensing was recently proposed to significantly reduce the electron dose in scanning transmission electron microscopy (STEM) while still maintaining the main features in the image. Here, an experimental setup based on an electromagnetic beam blanker placed in the condenser plane of a STEM is proposed. The beam blanker deflects the beam with a random pattern, while the scanning coils are moving the beam in the usual scan pattern. Experimental images at both the medium scale and high resolution are acquired and reconstructed based on a discrete cosine algorithm. The obtained results confirm that compressed sensing is highly attractive to limit beam damage in experimental STEM even though some remaining artifacts need to be resolved. | ||||
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| Language | Wos | 000375329200043 | Publication Date | 2016-03-01 | |
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| ISSN | 0003-6951 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
| Impact Factor | 3.411 | Times cited | 40 | Open Access | |
| Notes | A.B and J.V. acknowledge funding from the European Research Council under the 7th Framework Program (FP7), ERC Starting Grant No. 278510 VORTEX and under a contract for an Integrated Infrastructure Initiative (Reference No. 312483 ESTEEM2), from the GOA project SOLARPAINT and the POC project I13/009 from the University of Antwerp. B.G. acknowledges the Research Foundation Flanders (FWO Vlaanderen) for a postdoctoral research grant. The QuAnTem microscope was partially funded by the Hercules Foundation. We thank Zhaoliang Liao from the Mesa+ laboratory at the University of Twente for the perovskite test sample.; esteem2jra3 ECASJO; | Approved | Most recent IF: 3.411 | ||
| Call Number | c:irua:131895 c:irua:131895UA @ admin @ c:irua:131895 | Serial | 4023 | ||
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| Author | Neven, L.; Barich, H.; Sleegers, N.; Cánovas, R.; Debruyne, G.; De Wael, K. | ||||
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Development of a combi-electrosensor for the detection of phenol by combining photoelectrochemistry and square wave voltammetry | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
| Year | 2022 | Publication | Analytica chimica acta | Abbreviated Journal | |
| Volume | 1206 | Issue | Pages | 339732 | |
| Keywords | A1 Journal article; Antwerp Electrochemical and Analytical Sciences Lab (A-Sense Lab) | ||||
| Abstract | The high toxicity, endocrine-disrupting effects and low (bio)degradability commonly attributed to phenolic compounds have promoted their recognition as priority toxic pollutants. For this reason, the monitoring of these compounds in industrial, domestic and agricultural streams is crucial to prevent and decrease their toxicity in our daily life. To confront this relevant environmental issue, we propose the use of a combi-electrosensor which combines singlet oxygen (1O2)-based photoelectrochemistry (PEC) with square wave voltammetry (SWV). The high sensitivity of the PEC sensor (being a faster alternative for traditional COD measurements) ensures the detection of nmol L−1 levels of phenolic compounds while the SWV measurements (being faster than the color test kits) allow the differentiation between phenolic compounds. Herein, we report on the development of such a combi-electrosensor for the sensitive and selective detection of phenol (PHOH) in the presence of related phenolic compounds such as hydroquinone (HQ), bisphenol A (BPA), resorcinol (RC) and catechol (CC). The PEC sensor was able to determine the concentration of PHOH in spiked river samples containing only PHOH with a recovery between 96% and 111%. The SWV measurements elucidated the presence of PHOH, HQ and CC in the spiked samples containing multiple phenol compounds. Finally, the practicality of the combi-electrosensor set-up with a dual SPE containing two working electrodes and shared reference and counter electrodes was demonstrated. As a result, the combination of the two techniques is a powerful and valuable tool in the analysis of phenolic samples, since each technique improves the general performance by overcoming the inherent drawbacks that they display independently. | ||||
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| Language | Wos | 000793070200016 | Publication Date | 2022-03-16 | |
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| ISSN | 0003-2670; 1873-4324 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
| Impact Factor | Times cited | Open Access | OpenAccess | ||
| Notes | Approved | no | |||
| Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:187499 | Serial | 8848 | ||
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| Author | Smits, M.; Tytgat, T.; Hauchecorne, B.; Lenaerts, S. | ||||
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Development and validation of optical detection methods to screen photocatalytic materials for soot oxidation | Type | P3 Proceeding | ||
| Year | 2012 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal | ||
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| Keywords | P3 Proceeding; Engineering sciences. Technology; Sustainable Energy, Air and Water Technology (DuEL) | ||||
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| ISSN | ISBN | 978-989-97667-4-7 | Additional Links | UA library record | |
| Impact Factor | Times cited | Open Access | |||
| Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: NA | |||
| Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:98814 | Serial | 5941 | ||
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| Author | Van Dael, M.; Marquez, N.; Reumerman, P.; Pelkmans, L.; Kuppens, T.; Van Passel, S. | ||||
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Development and techno-economic evaluation of a biorefinery based on biomass (waste) streams : case study in the Netherlands | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
| Year | 2014 | Publication | Biofuels Bioproducts & Biorefining-Biofpr | Abbreviated Journal | Biofuel Bioprod Bior |
| Volume | 8 | Issue | 5 | Pages | 635-644 |
| Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Engineering Management (ENM) | ||||
| Abstract | In this paper, the technical and economic advantages of combining conversion technologies into a multi-dimensional plant primarily using regional biomass residues are investigated. The main objective is to show how locally available biomass can be used more efficiently as a source for renewable energy and bio-based products. Therefore, not only is the theoretical perspective considered, but also a reality check for the local situation is taken into account. Although industrial attitude toward biorefineries is positive, the efficient production of a portfolio of bio-based products has not yet been implemented. A biorefinery concept for Moerdijk (the Netherlands) was developed, focusing on grass refining, production of pyrolysis oil, biodiesel production, and bio-LNG production. Grass refining is the most experimental technique of all proposed conversion techniques. In terms of development, pyrolysis oil and bio-LNG production are in the demonstration phase. Anaerobic digestion and biodiesel production are proven techniques. It is shown that this concept allows for synergies with regard to the utilization of residue flows from internal processes. Furthermore, it is demonstrated that by integrating different conversion technologies, an economically feasible concept can be developed in which technologies, currently residing in a demonstration phase, can also be brought to the market. (c) 2013 Society of Chemical Industry and John Wiley & Sons, Ltd | ||||
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| Language | Wos | 000342662200015 | Publication Date | 2013-11-20 | |
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| ISSN | 1932-104x | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
| Impact Factor | 3.694 | Times cited | 18 | Open Access | |
| Notes | ; We would like to thank the editor and the anonymous referees for their helpful suggestions and insightful comments that have significantly improved the paper. The Energy Conversion Parks (ECP) project is funded by the Interreg IVa – Flanders-Netherlands program from the European Fund for Regional Development that stimulates cross-border projects. Also the Dutch Ministry of Economic Affairs, the Flemish Government, the Provinces of Noord-Brabant (NL), Zeeland (NL), Limburg (BE) and the partners (VITO, Avans University of Applied Sciences, Wageningen University and Research, Hasselt University, and Zeeland University of Applied Sciences) themselves are co-financing the project. We also would like to express our gratitude toward the organization of the 2nd Iberoamerican Congress on Biorefineries in Jaen (Spain) for giving us the opportunity to present and thereby fine-tune our work. ; | Approved | Most recent IF: 3.694; 2014 IF: 4.214 | ||
| Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:127541 | Serial | 6180 | ||
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| Author | Kleinhans, K.; Hallemans, M.; Huysveld, S.; Thomassen, G.; Ragaert, K.; Van Geem, K.M.; Roosen, M.; Mys, N.; Dewulf, J.; De Meester, S. | ||||
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Development and application of a predictive modelling approach for household packaging waste flows in sorting facilities | Type | A1 Journal Article | ||
| Year | 2021 | Publication | Waste Management | Abbreviated Journal | Waste Management |
| Volume | 120 | Issue | Pages | 290-302 | |
| Keywords | A1 Journal Article; Engineering Management (ENM) ; | ||||
| Abstract | Household packaging waste sorting facilities consist of complex networks of processes to separate diverse waste streams. These facilities are a key first step to re-enter materials into the recycling chain. However, so far there are no general methods to predict the performance of such sorting facilities, i.e. how efficiently the heterogeneous packaging waste is sorted into fractions with value for further recycling. In this paper, a model of the material flow in a sorting facility is presented, which allows changing the incoming waste composition, split factors on the sorting units as well as the setup of the sorting facility. The performance of the sorting facility is judged based on the purity of the output material (grade) and the recovery of the input material. A validation of the model was performed via a case study on Belgian post-consumer packaging waste with a selection of typical waste items that can be found in this stream. Moreover, the model was used to predict the possible sorting qualities of future Belgian postconsumer packaging waste after an extension of the allowed waste packaging items in the waste stream. Finally, a sensitivity analysis was performed on the split factors, which are a key data source in the model. Overall, the developed model is flexible and able to predict the performance of packaging waste sorting facilities as well as support waste management and design for recycling decisions, including future design of packaging, to ensure proper sorting and separation. |
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| Language | Wos | Publication Date | 2020-12-16 | ||
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| ISSN | 0956053X | ISBN | Additional Links | ||
| Impact Factor | Times cited | Open Access | Not_Open_Access | ||
| Notes | We would like to thank Indaver (https://www.indaver.com/been/home/), especially Erik Huybrechts, Eric Goddaert, Eline Meyvis and Erik Moerman, for their great support on this research. Furthermore, we would like to acknowledge the help of Colruyt (https://www.colruyt.be/) and CEFLEX (https://ceflex.eu/) for the pre-studies for this research. Moreover, we would like to show our appreciation for the financial support by the Catalisti-ICON project (HBC.2018.0262) MATTER (Mechanical and Thermochemical Recycling of mixed plastic waste) funded by Flanders Innovation & Entrepreneurship (VLAIO). We also thank the Interreg 2 Seas program PlastiCity that is co-funded by the European Regional Development Fund under subsidy contract No. 2S05-021 and the province of East-Flanders for funding this research. | Approved | Most recent IF: NA | ||
| Call Number | ENM @ enm @ | Serial | 6667 | ||
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| Author | Callewaert, V. | ||||
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Development and application of a non-local theory for the description of positron surface states | Type | Doctoral thesis | ||
| Year | 2018 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal | ||
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| Keywords | Doctoral thesis; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT) | ||||
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| Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: NA | |||
| Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:155688 | Serial | 5089 | ||
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| Author | Callewaert, V. | ||||
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Development and application of a non-local theory for the description of positron surface states | Type | Doctoral thesis | ||
| Year | 2018 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal | ||
| Volume | Issue | Pages | 151 p. | ||
| Keywords | Doctoral thesis; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT) | ||||
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| Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: NA | |||
| Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:155688 | Serial | 5204 | ||
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| Author | Esguerra, J.L. | ||||
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Developing strategies for improved economic performance and reduced climate impact of landfill mining in Europe | Type | Doctoral thesis | ||
| Year | 2021 | Publication | Abbreviated Journal | ||
| Volume | Issue | Pages | xiv, 99 p. | ||
| Keywords | Doctoral thesis; Economics; Engineering Management (ENM) | ||||
| Abstract | Landfill mining refers to the re-circulation of resources from the previously deposited wastes–integrating resource recovery with traditional site remediation. Several resources that can be recovered include scrap metals, combustibles, and inert materials. In addition, land can be recovered or landfill void space can be liberated for future wastes. At present, landfill mining is still an emerging concept with few project implementations. Consequently, the assessments of its economic and climate implications are case study-specific, limiting the understanding of its potential in a wider geographical scope. This thesis aims to assess the economic performance and climate impact of landfill mining in Europe towards the development of sound strategies for implementation. Different project setups are assessed in relation to varying factors at the site level such as waste composition and landfill settings, and at the system level such as policy and market conditions and background material and energy. In doing so, a factor-based method is developed and applied to generate multiple scenarios (531, 441 scenarios per project setup) and determine the underlying important factors and their interrelations that drive the results. Such understanding is used to develop and discuss strategies for improvement by addressing relevant questions for specific stakeholders, including project investors (i.e., which landfill sites to prioritize?), landfill mining practitioners (i.e., how to set up such projects?), and policymakers (i.e., which policy instruments can effectively support such projects?). Results show that landfill mining is preferable in terms of climate than economy. Possible improvements are shown by internalizing thermal treatment of combustibles and extending fines residue utilization as construction aggregates. In relation to the choice of project setups, preferable site and system-level conditions are identified in general but it is also discussed that the plausibility of finding such conditions may be difficult at present. This steers the development of more tailored strategies on what can be done now by the landfill practitioners in terms of setting up projects under current policy and market conditions in specific regions, or what can be done by the policymakers in terms of implementing various policy instruments that can drive such changes at the system level. Through this thesis, the future of landfill mining research is guided towards addressing key challenges and potential solutions for improvement. Furthermore, this thesis highlights the role of assessment as a tool for learning and guiding the development of emerging concepts such as landfill mining. | ||||
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| ISSN | ISBN | 978-91-7929-056-6 | Additional Links | UA library record | |
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| Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: NA | |||
| Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:183155 | Serial | 6920 | ||
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| Author | Einhäupl, P.; Van Acker, K.; Svensson, N.; Van Passel, S. | ||||
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Developing stakeholder archetypes for enhanced landfill mining | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
| Year | 2019 | Publication | Detritus | Abbreviated Journal | |
| Volume | Volume 08 - December 2019 | Issue | Volume 08 - December 2019 | Pages | 1 |
| Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering Management (ENM) | ||||
| Abstract | Understanding the perspectives of different stakeholders on emerging technological concepts is an important step towards their implementation. Enhanced Landfill Mining (ELFM) is one of these emerging concepts. It aims at valorizing past waste streams to higher added values in a sustainable manner. Yet, assessment of ELFM mainly focusses on environmental and private economic issues, and societal impacts are rarely analyzed. This study uses semi-structured interviews to build understanding for different ELFM practitioners and researchers and develops five stakeholder archetypes for ELFM implementation: the Engaged Citizen, the Entrepreneur, the Technology Enthusiast, the Visionary and the Skeptic. The archetypes outline major differences in approaching ELFM implementation. The stakeholder perceptions are put into context with existing literature, and implications for ELFM implementation and future research are discussed. Results show that differences in regulatory changes and technology choices are affected by different stakeholder perspectives and more research is needed to balance inner- and inter-dimensional conflicts of ELFM's sustainability. The developed archetypes can especially be helpful when evaluating social impacts, whose perception often depends on opinion and is difficult to quantify. | ||||
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| Language | Wos | 000504065300010 | Publication Date | 2019-12-23 | |
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| Notes | ; This project has received funding from the European Union's EU Framework Programme for Research and Innovation Horizon 2020 under Grant Agreement No 721185. Part of the research was presented at the 4th International Symposium on Enhanced Landfill Mining 2018 in Mechelen, Belgium. ; | Approved | Most recent IF: NA | ||
| Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:165757 | Serial | 6179 | ||
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| Author | Mulder, J.T.; Kirkwood, N.; De Trizio, L.; Li, C.; Bals, S.; Manna, L.; Houtepen, A.J. | ||||
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Developing lattice matched ZnMgSe shells on InZnP quantum dots for phosphor applications | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
| Year | 2020 | Publication | ACS applied nano materials | Abbreviated Journal | |
| Volume | 3 | Issue | 4 | Pages | 3859-3867 |
| Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
| Abstract | Indium phosphide quantum dots (QDs) have drawn attention as alternatives to cadmium- and lead-based QDs that are currently used as phosphors in lamps and displays. The main drawbacks of InP QDs are, in general, a lower photoluminescence quantum yield (PLQY), a decreased color purity, and poor chemical stability. In this research, we attempted to increase the PLQY and stability of indium phosphide QDs by developing lattice matched InP/MgSe core-shell nanoheterostructures. The choice of MgSe comes from the fact that, in theory, it has a near-perfect lattice match with InP, provided MgSe is grown in the zinc blende crystal structure, which can be achieved by alloying with zinc. To retain lattice matching, we used Zn in both the core and shell and we fabricated InZnP/ZnxMg1-xSe core/shell QDs. To identify the most suitable conditions for the shell growth, we first developed a synthesis route to ZnxMg1-xSe nanocrystals (NCs) wherein Mg is effectively incorporated. Our optimized procedure was employed for the successful growth of ZnxMg1-xSe shells around In(Zn)P QDs. The corresponding core/ shell systems exhibit PLQYs higher than those of the starting In(Zn)P QDs and, more importantly, a higher color purity upon increasing the Mg content. The results are discussed in the context of a reduced density of interface states upon using better lattice matched ZnxMg1-xSe shells. | ||||
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| Language | Wos | 000529206200076 | Publication Date | 2020-03-16 | |
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| ISSN | 2574-0970 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
| Impact Factor | 5.9 | Times cited | 22 | Open Access | OpenAccess |
| Notes | ; This project has received funding from the European Union's Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under Grant Agreement No. 766900 (testing the large-scale limit of quantum mechanics). A.J.H. acknowledges support from the European Research Council Horizon 2020 ERC Grant Agreement No. 678004 (Doping on Demand). This research is supported by the Dutch Technology Foundation TTW, which is part of The Netherlands Organization for Scientific Research (NWO) and which is partly funded by Ministry of Economic Affairs. The authors thank Wiel Evers for performing the TEM imaging and the EDX analysis. The authors also thank Lea Pasquale and Mirko Prato for their help with performing and analyzing the XPS measurements and Filippo Drago for the ICP measurements. ; | Approved | Most recent IF: 5.9; 2020 IF: NA | ||
| Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:169563 | Serial | 6482 | ||
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| Author | Hoat, D.M.; Duy Khanh Nguyen; Bafekry, A.; Vo Van On; Ul Haq, B.; Hoang, D.-Q.; Cocoletzi, G.H.; Rivas-Silva, J.F. | ||||
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Developing feature-rich electronic and magnetic properties in the beta-As monolayer for spintronic and optoelectronic applications by C and Si doping : a first-principles study | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
| Year | 2021 | Publication | Surfaces and interfaces | Abbreviated Journal | |
| Volume | 27 | Issue | Pages | 101534 | |
| Keywords | A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT) | ||||
| Abstract | In this work, the carbon (C) and silicon (Si) doping and codoping effects on beta-arsenene (As) monolayer structural, electronic, and magnetic properties have been comprehensively investigated using first-principles calculations. The studied two-dimensional (2D) materials exhibit good stability. Pristine beta-As single layer is an indirect gap semiconductor with a band gap of 1.867(2.441) eV as determined by PBE(HSE06) functional. Due to the difference in atomic size and electronic interactions, C and Si substitution induces a significant local structural distortion. Depending upon dopant concentration and doping sites, feature-rich electronic properties including non-magnetic semiconductor, magnetic semiconductor and half-metallicity may be obtained, which result from p-p interactions. High spin-polarization at the Fermi level vicinity and significant magnetism suggest As:1C, As:2C, As:1Si, As:2Si, and As:CSi systems as prospective spintronic 2D materials. While, the C-C, Si-Si, and C-Si dimer doping decreases electronic band gap, making the layer more suitable for applications in optoelectronic devices. Results presented herein may suggest an efficient approach to create novel multi-functional 2D materials from beta-As monolayer. | ||||
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| Language | Wos | 000711791100002 | Publication Date | 2021-10-19 | |
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| ISSN | 2468-0230 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
| Impact Factor | Times cited | Open Access | Not_Open_Access | ||
| Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: NA | |||
| Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:184138 | Serial | 6979 | ||
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| Author | Akbali, B.; Yagmurcukardes, M.; Peeters, F.M.; Lin, H.-Y.; Lin, T.-Y.; Chen, W.-H.; Maher, S.; Chen, T.-Y.; Huang, C.-H. | ||||
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Determining the molecular orientation on the metal nanoparticle surface through surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy and density functional theory simulations | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
| Year | 2021 | Publication | Journal Of Physical Chemistry C | Abbreviated Journal | J Phys Chem C |
| Volume | 125 | Issue | 29 | Pages | 16289-16295 |
| Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT) | ||||
| Abstract | We report here the efficacy of surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) measurements as a probe for molecular orientation. 4-Aminobenzoic acid (PABA) on a surface consisting of silver (Ag) nanoparticles (NPs) is investigated. We find that the orientation of the PABA molecule on the SERS substrate is estimated based on the relative change in the magnitude of the C-H stretching bands on the SERS substrate, and it is found that the molecule assumes a horizontal orientation on the Ag-NP surface. The strong molecule-metal interaction is determined by an abnormal enhanced SERS band appearing at 980 cm(-1), and the peak is assigned to an out-of-plane amine vibrational mode, which is supported by our ab initio calculations. DFT-based Raman activity calculations corroborate the SERS results, revealing that (i) the PABA molecule attaches to the surface of Ag-NPs with its alpha dimers rather than single-molecule binding and (ii) the molecule preserves its alpha dimers in an aqueous environment. Our results demonstrate that SERS can be used to gain deeper insights into the molecular orientation on metal nanoparticle surfaces. | ||||
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| Language | Wos | 000680445800055 | Publication Date | 2021-07-19 | |
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| ISSN | 1932-7447; 1932-7455 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
| Impact Factor | 4.536 | Times cited | 9 | Open Access | Not_Open_Access |
| Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: 4.536 | |||
| Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:180455 | Serial | 6978 | ||
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