Home | << 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 >> |
Records | |||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Author | Ghasemitarei, M.; Yusupov, M.; Razzokov, J.; Shokri, B.; Bogaerts, A. | ||||
Title | Transport of cystine across xC-antiporter | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2019 | Publication | Archives of biochemistry and biophysics | Abbreviated Journal | Arch Biochem Biophys |
Volume | 664 | Issue | Pages | 117-126 | |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) | ||||
Abstract | Extracellular cystine (CYC) uptake by xC antiporter is important for the cell viability. Especially in cancer cells, the upregulation of xC activity is observed, which protects these cells from intracellular oxidative stress. Hence, inhibition of the CYC uptake may eventually lead to cancer cell death. Up to now, the molecular level mechanism of the CYC uptake by xC antiporter has not been studied in detail. In this study, we applied several different simulation techniques to investigate the transport of CYC through xCT, the light subunit of the xC antiporter, which is responsible for the CYC and glutamate translocation. Specifically, we studied the permeation of CYC across three model systems, i.e., outward facing (OF), occluded (OCC) and inward facing (IF) configurations of xCT. We also investigated the effect of mutation of Cys327 to Ala within xCT, which was also studied experimentally in literature. This allowed us to qualitatively compare our computation results with experimental observations, and thus, to validate our simulations. In summary, our simulations provide a molecular level mechanism of the transport of CYC across the xC antiporter, more specifically, which amino acid residues in the xC antiporter play a key role in the uptake, transport and release of CYC. | ||||
Address | |||||
Corporate Author | Thesis | ||||
Publisher | Place of Publication | Editor | |||
Language | Wos | 000461411200014 | Publication Date | 2019-02-07 | |
Series Editor | Series Title | Abbreviated Series Title | |||
Series Volume | Series Issue | Edition | |||
ISSN | 0003-9861 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 3.165 | Times cited | 3 | Open Access | OpenAccess |
Notes | Research Foundation − FlandersResearch Foundation − Flanders (FWO), 1200216N 1200219N ; Hercules FoundationHercules Foundation; Flemish GovernmentFlemish Government (department EWI); UAUA; M. Y. gratefully acknowledges financial support from the Research Foundation − Flanders (FWO), grant numbers 1200216N and 1200219N. The computational work was carried out using the Turing HPC infrastructure at the CalcUA core facility of the Universiteit Antwerpen, a division of the Flemish Supercomputer Center VSC, funded by the Hercules Foundation, the Flemish Government (department EWI) and the UA. Finally, we thank A. S. Mashayekh Esfehan and A. Mohseni for their important comments on the manuscript. | Approved | Most recent IF: 3.165 | ||
Call Number | PLASMANT @ plasmant @UA @ admin @ c:irua:158571 | Serial | 5183 | ||
Permanent link to this record | |||||
Author | Poma, G.; McGrath, T.J.; Christia, C.; Govindan, M.; Covaci, A. | ||||
Title | Emerging halogenated flame retardants in the indoor environment | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2020 | Publication | Comprehensive analytical chemistry | Abbreviated Journal | |
Volume | 88 | Issue | Pages | 107-140 | |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Pharmacology. Therapy; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT); Toxicological Centre | ||||
Abstract | Indoor environments are considered an important contributor to external human exposure to halogenated flame retardants (HFRs) due to the large amounts of chemicals currently incorporated in indoor equipment and the time humans spend every day in indoor environments. In this chapter, the presence and use of novel brominated flame retardants (NBFRs), dechlorane plus (DPs), chlorinated organophosphorus flame retardants (Cl-PFRs) and chlorinated paraffins (CPs) in indoor dust, air and consumer products collected from different indoor microenvironments (homes, public indoor spaces, and vehicles) are discussed. While data on the concentrations of HFRs in indoor dust and air are widely available, figures are still scarce for consumer products, such as textiles and foams, furnishings, flooring, electric and electronic products and building materials. This knowledge gaps still represents the biggest obstacle in linking eventual sources of contamination to the presence and chemical patterns in indoor dust and air. | ||||
Address | |||||
Corporate Author | Thesis | ||||
Publisher | Place of Publication | Editor | |||
Language | Wos | Publication Date | 2019-11-22 | ||
Series Editor | Series Title | Abbreviated Series Title | |||
Series Volume | Series Issue | Edition | |||
ISSN | 978-0-444-64339-1 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record | |
Impact Factor | Times cited | Open Access | OpenAccess | ||
Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: NA | |||
Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:168776 | Serial | 6505 | ||
Permanent link to this record | |||||
Author | Rumyantseva, M.N.; Vladimirova, S.A.; Platonov, V.B.; Chizhov, A.S.; Batuk, M.; Hadermann, J.; Khmelevsky, N.O.; Gaskov, A.M. | ||||
Title | Sub-ppm H2S sensing by tubular ZnO-Co3O4 nanofibers | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2020 | Publication | Sensors And Actuators B-Chemical | Abbreviated Journal | Sensor Actuat B-Chem |
Volume | 307 | Issue | Pages | 127624 | |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | Tubular ZnO – Co3O4 nanofibers were co-electrospun from polymer solution containing zinc and cobalt acetates. Phase composition, cobalt electronic state and element distribution in the fibers were investigated by XRD, SEM, HRTEM, HAADF-STEM with EDX mapping, and XPS. Bare ZnO has high selective sensitivity to NO and NO2, while ZnO-Co3O4 composites demonstrate selective sensitivity to H2S in dry and humid air. This effect is discussed in terms of transformation of cobalt oxides into cobalt sulfides and change in the acidity of ZnO oxide surface upon cobalt doping. Reduction in response and recovery time is attributed to the formation of a tubular structure facilitating gas transport through the sensitive layer. | ||||
Address | |||||
Corporate Author | Thesis | ||||
Publisher | Place of Publication | Editor | |||
Language | Wos | 000508110400059 | Publication Date | 2019-12-24 | |
Series Editor | Series Title | Abbreviated Series Title | |||
Series Volume | Series Issue | Edition | |||
ISSN | 0925-4005 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 5.401 | Times cited | Open Access | Not_Open_Access | |
Notes | This work was supported by RFBR grants No. 18-03-00091 and No. 18-03-00580. | Approved | Most recent IF: NA | ||
Call Number | EMAT @ emat @c:irua:166449 | Serial | 6343 | ||
Permanent link to this record | |||||
Author | Tit, N.; Al Ezzi, M.M.; Abdullah, H.M.; Yusupov, M.; Kouser, S.; Bahlouli, H.; Yamani, Z.H. | ||||
Title | Detection of CO2 using CNT-based sensors: Role of Fe catalyst on sensitivity and selectivity | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2017 | Publication | Materials chemistry and physics | Abbreviated Journal | Mater Chem Phys |
Volume | 186 | Issue | 186 | Pages | 353-364 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) | ||||
Abstract | The adsorption of CO2 on surfaces of graphene and carbon nanotubes (CNTs), decorated with Fe atoms, are investigated using the self-consistent-charge density-functional tight-binding (SCC-DFTB) method, neglecting the heat effects. Fe ad-atoms are more stable when they are dispersed on hollow sites. They introduce a large density of states at the Fermi level (N-F); where keeping such density low would help in gas sensing. Furthermore, the Fe ad-atom can weaken the C=O double bonds of the chemisorbed CO2 molecule, paving the way for oxygen atoms to drain more charges from Fe. Consequently, chemisorption of CO2 molecules reduces both N-F and the conductance while it enhances the sensitivity with the increasing gas dose. Conducting armchair CNTs (ac-CNTs) have higher sensitivity than graphene and semiconducting zigzag CNTs (zz-CNT5). Comparative study of sensitivity of ac-CNT-Fe composite towards various gases (e.g., O-2, N-2, H-2, H2O, CO and CO2) has shown high sensitivity and selectivity towards CO, CO2 and H2O gases. (C) 2016 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved. | ||||
Address | |||||
Corporate Author | Thesis | ||||
Publisher | Place of Publication | Lausanne | Editor | ||
Language | Wos | 000390621200044 | Publication Date | 2016-11-04 | |
Series Editor | Series Title | Abbreviated Series Title | |||
Series Volume | Series Issue | Edition | |||
ISSN | 0254-0584 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 2.084 | Times cited | 17 | Open Access | Not_Open_Access |
Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: 2.084 | |||
Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:140333 | Serial | 4465 | ||
Permanent link to this record | |||||
Author | Ninakanti, R.; Dingenen, F.; Borah, R.; Peeters, H.; Verbruggen, S.W. | ||||
Title | Plasmonic hybrid nanostructures in photocatalysis : structures, mechanisms, and applications | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2022 | Publication | Topics in Current Chemistry | Abbreviated Journal | |
Volume | 380 | Issue | 5 | Pages | 40-62 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Sustainable Energy, Air and Water Technology (DuEL) | ||||
Abstract | (Sun)Light is an abundantly available sustainable source of energy that has been used in catalyzing chemical reactions for several decades now. In particular, studies related to the interaction of light with plasmonic nanostructures have been receiving increased attention. These structures display the unique property of localized surface plasmon resonance, which converts light of a specific wavelength range into hot charge carriers, along with strong local electromagnetic fields, and/or heat, which may all enhance the reaction efficiency in their own way. These unique properties of plasmonic nanoparticles can be conveniently tuned by varying the metal type, size, shape, and dielectric environment, thus prompting a research focus on rationally designed plasmonic hybrid nanostructures. In this review, the term “hybrid” implies nanomaterials that consist of multiple plasmonic or non-plasmonic materials, forming complex configurations in the geometry and/or at the atomic level. We discuss the synthetic techniques and evolution of such hybrid plasmonic nanostructures giving rise to a wide variety of material and geometric configurations. Bimetallic alloys, which result in a new set of opto-physical parameters, are compared with core–shell configurations. For the latter, the use of metal, semiconductor, and polymer shells is reviewed. Also, more complex structures such as Janus and antenna reactor composites are discussed. This review further summarizes the studies exploiting plasmonic hybrids to elucidate the plasmonic-photocatalytic mechanism. Finally, we review the implementation of these plasmonic hybrids in different photocatalytic application domains such as H2 generation, CO2 reduction, water purification, air purification, and disinfection. | ||||
Address | |||||
Corporate Author | Thesis | ||||
Publisher | Place of Publication | Editor | |||
Language | Wos | 000839670500009 | Publication Date | 2022-08-11 | |
Series Editor | Series Title | Abbreviated Series Title | |||
Series Volume | Series Issue | Edition | |||
ISSN | 2364-8961 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | Times cited | Open Access | OpenAccess | ||
Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: NA | |||
Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:189825 | Serial | 7195 | ||
Permanent link to this record | |||||
Author | Bogaerts, A.; Yusupov, M.; Razzokov, J.; Van der Paal, J. | ||||
Title | Plasma for cancer treatment: How can RONS penetrate through the cell membrane? Answers from computer modeling | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2019 | Publication | Frontiers of Chemical Science and Engineering | Abbreviated Journal | Front Chem Sci Eng |
Volume | Issue | Pages | |||
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) | ||||
Abstract | Plasma is gaining increasing interest for cancer treatment, but the underlying mechanisms are not yet fully understood. Using computer simulations at the molecular level, we try to gain better insight in how plasma-generated reactive oxygen and nitrogen species (RONS) can penetrate through the cell membrane. Specifically, we compare the permeability of various (hydrophilic and hydrophobic) RONS across both oxidized and nonoxidized cell membranes. We also study pore formation, and how it is hampered by higher concentrations of cholesterol in the cell membrane, and we illustrate the much higher permeability of H2O2 through aquaporin channels. Both mechanisms may explain the selective cytotoxic effect of plasma towards cancer cells. Finally, we also discuss the synergistic effect of plasma-induced oxidation and electric fields towards pore formation. Keywords plasma medicine, cancer treatment, computer modelling, cell membrane, reactive oxygen and nitrogen species |
||||
Address | |||||
Corporate Author | Thesis | ||||
Publisher | Place of Publication | Editor | |||
Language | Wos | 000468848400004 | Publication Date | 2019-03-22 | |
Series Editor | Series Title | Abbreviated Series Title | |||
Series Volume | Series Issue | Edition | |||
ISSN | 2095-0179 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 1.712 | Times cited | 5 | Open Access | Not_Open_Access: Available from 23.05.2020 |
Notes | We acknowledge financial support from the Research Foundation–Flanders (FWO; Grant Nos. 1200216N and 11U5416N). The computational work was carried out using the Turing HPC infrastructure at the CalcUA core facility of the Universiteit Antwerpen (UA), a division of the Flemish Supercomputer Center VSC, funded by the Hercules Foundation, the Flemish Government (department EWI) and the UA. We are also very thankful to R. Cordeiro for the very interesting discussions. | Approved | Most recent IF: 1.712 | ||
Call Number | PLASMANT @ plasmant @UA @ admin @ c:irua:159977 | Serial | 5172 | ||
Permanent link to this record | |||||
Author | Bogaerts, A. | ||||
Title | Special Issue on “Dielectric Barrier Discharges and their Applications” in Commemoration of the 20th Anniversary of Dr. Ulrich Kogelschatz’s Work | Type | A1 Journal Article | ||
Year | 2023 | Publication | Plasma Chemistry and Plasma Processing | Abbreviated Journal | Plasma Chem Plasma Process |
Volume | 43 | Issue | 6 | Pages | 1281-1285 |
Keywords | A1 Journal Article; Plasma, laser ablation and surface modeling Antwerp (PLASMANT) ; | ||||
Abstract | n/a | ||||
Address | |||||
Corporate Author | Thesis | ||||
Publisher | Place of Publication | Editor | |||
Language | Wos | 001110371000001 | Publication Date | 2023-11-30 | |
Series Editor | Series Title | Abbreviated Series Title | |||
Series Volume | Series Issue | Edition | |||
ISSN | 0272-4324 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record | |
Impact Factor | 3.6 | Times cited | Open Access | Not_Open_Access | |
Notes | n/a | Approved | Most recent IF: 3.6; 2023 IF: 2.355 | ||
Call Number | PLASMANT @ plasmant @c:irua:201387 | Serial | 8969 | ||
Permanent link to this record | |||||
Author | Lin, A.; Gromov, M.; Nikiforov, A.; Smits, E.; Bogaerts, A. | ||||
Title | Characterization of Non-Thermal Dielectric Barrier Discharges for Plasma Medicine: From Plastic Well Plates to Skin Surfaces | Type | A1 Journal Article | ||
Year | 2023 | Publication | Plasma Chemistry and Plasma Processing | Abbreviated Journal | Plasma Chem Plasma Process |
Volume | 43 | Issue | 6 | Pages | 1587-1612 |
Keywords | A1 Journal Article; Non-thermal plasma · Plasma medicine · Dielectric barrier discharge · Plasma diagnostics · Plasma surface interaction · In situ plasma monitoring; Plasma, laser ablation and surface modeling Antwerp (PLASMANT) ; | ||||
Abstract | technologies have been expanding, and one of the most exciting and rapidly growing applications is in biology and medicine. Most biomedical studies with DBD plasma systems are performed in vitro, which include cells grown on the surface of plastic well plates, or in vivo, which include animal research models (e.g. mice, pigs). Since many DBD systems use the biological target as the secondary electrode for direct plasma generation and treatment, they are sensitive to the surface properties of the target, and thus can be altered based on the in vitro or in vivo system used. This could consequently affect biological response from plasma treatment. Therefore, in this study, we investigated the DBD plasma behavior both in vitro (i.e. 96-well flat bottom plates, 96-well U-bottom plates, and 24-well flat bottom plates), and in vivo (i.e. mouse skin). Intensified charge coupled device (ICCD) imaging was performed and the plasma discharges were visually distinguishable between the different systems. The geometry of the wells did not affect DBD plasma generation for low application distances (≤ 2 mm), but differentially affected plasma uniformity on the bottom of the well at greater distances. Since DBD plasma treatment in vitro is rarely performed in dry wells for plasma medicine experiments, the effect of well wetness was also investigated. In all in vitro cases, the uniformity of the DBD plasma was affected when comparing wet versus dry wells, with the plasma in the wide-bottom wells appearing the most similar to plasma generated on mouse skin. Interestingly, based on quantification of ICCD images, the DBD plasma intensity per surface area demonstrated an exponential one-phase decay with increasing application distance, regardless of the in vitro or in vivo system. This trend is similar to that of the energy per pulse of plasma, which is used to determine the total plasma treatment energy for biological systems. Optical emission spectroscopy performed on the plasma revealed similar trends in radical species generation between the plastic well plates and mouse skin. Therefore, taken together, DBD plasma intensity per surface area may be a valuable parameter to be used as a simple method for in situ monitoring during biological treatment and active plasma treatment control, which can be applied for in vitro and in vivo systems. |
||||
Address | |||||
Corporate Author | Thesis | ||||
Publisher | Place of Publication | Editor | |||
Language | Wos | 001072607700001 | Publication Date | 2023-09-27 | |
Series Editor | Series Title | Abbreviated Series Title | |||
Series Volume | Series Issue | Edition | |||
ISSN | 0272-4324 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 3.6 | Times cited | Open Access | Not_Open_Access | |
Notes | This work was partially funded by the Research Foundation—Flanders (FWO) and supported by the following Grants: 12S9221N (A. L.), G044420N (A. L. and A. B.), and G033020N (A.B.). We would also like to thank several patrons, as part of this research was funded by donations from different donors, including Dedert Schilde vzw, Mr Willy Floren, and the Vereycken family. We would also like to acknowledge the support from the European Cooperation in Science & Technology (COST) Action on “Therapeutical applications of Cold Plasmas” (CA20114; PlasTHER). | Approved | Most recent IF: 3.6; 2023 IF: 2.355 | ||
Call Number | PLASMANT @ plasmant @c:irua:200285 | Serial | 8970 | ||
Permanent link to this record | |||||
Author | Cui, Z.; Zhou, C.; Jafarzadeh, A.; Zhang, X.; Hao, Y.; Li, L.; Bogaerts, A. | ||||
Title | SF₆ degradation in γ-Al₂O₃ packed DBD system : effects of hydration, reactive gases and plasma-induced surface charges | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2023 | Publication | Plasma chemistry and plasma processing | Abbreviated Journal | |
Volume | 43 | Issue | Pages | 635-656 | |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) | ||||
Abstract | Packed-bed DBD (PB-DBD) plasmas hold promise for effective degradation of greenhouse gases like SF6. In this work, we conducted a combined experimental and theoretical study to investigate the effect of the packing surface structure and the plasma surface discharge on the SF6 degradation in a gamma-Al2O3 packing DBD system. Experimental results show that both the hydration effect of the surface (upon moisture) and the presence of excessive reactive gases in the plasma can significantly reduce the SF6 degradation, but they hardly change the discharge behavior. DFT results show that the pre-adsorption of species such as H, OH, H2O and O-2 can occupy the active sites (Al-III site) which negatively impacts the SF6 adsorption. H2O molecules pre-adsorbed at neighboring sites can promote the activation of SF6 molecules and lower the reaction barrier for the S-F bond-breaking process. Surface-induced charges and local external electric fields caused by the plasma can both improve the SF6 adsorption and enhance the elongation of the S-F bonds. Our results indicate that both the surface structure of the packing material and the plasma surface discharge are crucial for SF6 degradation performance, and the packing beads should be kept dry during the degradation. This work helps to understand the underlying mechanisms of SF6 degradation in a PB-DBD system. | ||||
Address | |||||
Corporate Author | Thesis | ||||
Publisher | Place of Publication | Editor | |||
Language | Wos | 000966639200001 | Publication Date | 2023-04-10 | |
Series Editor | Series Title | Abbreviated Series Title | |||
Series Volume | Series Issue | Edition | |||
ISSN | 0272-4324 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 3.6 | Times cited | Open Access | OpenAccess | |
Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: 3.6; 2023 IF: 2.355 | |||
Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:196033 | Serial | 8516 | ||
Permanent link to this record | |||||
Author | Zhang, Q.-Z.; Wang, W.Z.; Thille, C.; Bogaerts, A. | ||||
Title | H2S Decomposition into H2 and S2 by Plasma Technology: Comparison of Gliding Arc and Microwave Plasma | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2020 | Publication | Plasma Chemistry And Plasma Processing | Abbreviated Journal | Plasma Chem Plasma P |
Volume | 40 | Issue | 5 | Pages | 1163-1187 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) | ||||
Abstract | We studied hydrogen sulfide (H2S) decomposition into hydrogen (H2) and sulfur (S2) in a gliding arc plasmatron (GAP) and microwave (MW) plasma by a combination of 0D and 2D models. The conversion, energy efficiency, and plasma distribution are examined for different discharge conditions, and validated with available experiments from literature. Furthermore, a comparison is made between GAP and MW plasma. The GAP operates at atmospheric pressure, while the MW plasma experiments to which comparison is made were performed at reduced pressure. Indeed, the MW discharge region becomes very much contracted near atmospheric pressure, at the conditions under study, as revealed by our 2D model. The models predict that thermal reactions play the most important role in H2S decomposition in both plasma types. The GAP has a higher energy efficiency but lower conversion than the MW plasma at their typical conditions. When compared at the same conversion, the GAP exhibits a higher energy efficiency and lower energy cost than the MW plasma. | ||||
Address | |||||
Corporate Author | Thesis | ||||
Publisher | Place of Publication | Editor | |||
Language | Wos | 000543012200001 | Publication Date | 2020-06-24 | |
Series Editor | Series Title | Abbreviated Series Title | |||
Series Volume | Series Issue | Edition | |||
ISSN | 0272-4324 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 3.6 | Times cited | Open Access | ||
Notes | This work was supported by the Scientific Research Foundation from Dalian University of Technology, DUT19RC(3)045. We gratefully acknowledge T. Godfroid (Materia Nova) for sharing the experimental data about the MW plasma. The calculations were performed using the Turing HPC infrastructure at the CalcUA core facility of the Universiteit Antwerpen (UAntwerpen), a division of the Flemish Supercomputer Center VSC, funded by the Hercules Foundation, the Flemish Government (department EWI) and the UAntwerpen. | Approved | Most recent IF: 3.6; 2020 IF: 2.355 | ||
Call Number | PLASMANT @ plasmant @c:irua:172490 | Serial | 6409 | ||
Permanent link to this record | |||||
Author | Bekeschus, S.; Lin, A.; Fridman, A.; Wende, K.; Weltmann, K.-D.; Miller, V. | ||||
Title | A comparison of floating-electrode DBD and kINPen jet : plasma parameters to achieve similar growth reduction in colon cancer cells under standardized conditions | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2018 | Publication | Plasma chemistry and plasma processing | Abbreviated Journal | Plasma Chem Plasma P |
Volume | 38 | Issue | 1 | Pages | 1-12 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) | ||||
Abstract | A comparative study of two plasma sources (floating-electrode dielectric barrier discharge, DBD, Drexel University; atmospheric pressure argon plasma jet, kINPen, INP Greifswald) on cancer cell toxicity was performed. Cell culture protocols, cytotoxicity assays, and procedures for assessment of hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) were standardized between both labs. The inhibitory concentration 50 (IC50) and its corresponding H2O2 deposition was determined for both devices. For the DBD, IC50 and H2O2 generation were largely dependent on the total energy input but not pulsing frequency, treatment time, or total number of cells. DBD cytotoxicity could not be replicated by addition of H2O2 alone and was inhibited by larger amounts of liquid present during the treatment. Jet plasma toxicity depended on peroxide generation as well as total cell number and amount of liquid. Thus, the amount of liquid present during plasma treatment in vitro is key in attenuating short-lived species or other physical effects from plasmas. These in vitro results suggest a role of liquids in or on tissues during plasma treatment in a clinical setting. Additionally, we provide a platform for correlation between different plasma sources for a predefined cellular response. | ||||
Address | |||||
Corporate Author | Thesis | ||||
Publisher | Place of Publication | New York | Editor | ||
Language | Wos | 000419479000001 | Publication Date | 2017-09-06 | |
Series Editor | Series Title | Abbreviated Series Title | |||
Series Volume | Series Issue | Edition | |||
ISSN | 0272-4324 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 2.355 | Times cited | 12 | Open Access | OpenAccess |
Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: 2.355 | |||
Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:155653 | Serial | 5084 | ||
Permanent link to this record | |||||
Author | Neyts, E.C. | ||||
Title | Plasma-Surface Interactions in Plasma Catalysis | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2016 | Publication | Plasma chemistry and plasma processing | Abbreviated Journal | Plasma Chem Plasma P |
Volume | 36 | Issue | 36 | Pages | 185-212 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) | ||||
Abstract | In this paper the various elementary plasma—surface interaction processes occurring in plasma catalysis are critically evaluated. Specifically, plasma catalysis at atmospheric pressure is considered. The importance of the various processes is analyzed for the most common plasma catalysis sources, viz. the dielectric barrier discharge and the gliding arc. The role and importance of surface chemical reactions (including adsorption, surface-mediated association and dissociation reactions, and desorption), plasma-induced surface modification, photocatalyst activation, heating, charging, surface discharge formation and electric field enhancement are discussed in the context of plasma catalysis. Numerous examples are provided to demonstrate the importance of the various processes. | ||||
Address | |||||
Corporate Author | Thesis | ||||
Publisher | Place of Publication | Editor | |||
Language | Wos | 000370720800011 | Publication Date | 2015-10-16 | |
Series Editor | Series Title | Abbreviated Series Title | |||
Series Volume | Series Issue | Edition | |||
ISSN | 0272-4324 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 2.355 | Times cited | 66 | Open Access | |
Notes | The author is indebted to many colleagues for fruitful discussions. In particular discussions with A. Bogaerts (University of Antwerp, Belgium), H.-H. Kim (AIST, Japan), J. C. Whitehead (University of Manchester, UK) and T. Nozaki (Tokyo Institute of Technology, Japan) are greatfully acknowledged and appreciated. | Approved | Most recent IF: 2.355 | ||
Call Number | c:irua:130742 | Serial | 4004 | ||
Permanent link to this record | |||||
Author | Vandenbroucke, A.M.; Aerts, R.; Van Gaens, W.; De Geyter, N.; Leys, C.; Morent, R.; Bogaerts, A. | ||||
Title | Modeling and experimental study of trichloroethylene abatement with a negative direct current corona discharge | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2015 | Publication | Plasma chemistry and plasma processing | Abbreviated Journal | Plasma Chem Plasma P |
Volume | 35 | Issue | 35 | Pages | 217-230 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) | ||||
Abstract | In this work, we study the abatement of dilute trichloroethylene (TCE) in air with a negative direct current corona discharge. A numerical model is used to theoretically investigate the underlying plasma chemistry for the removal of TCE, and a reaction pathway for the abatement of TCE is proposed. The Cl atom, mainly produced by dissociation of COCl, is one of the controlling species in the TCE destruction chemistry and contributes to the production of chlorine containing by-products. The effect of humidity on the removal efficiency is studied and a good agreement is found between experiments and the model for both dry (5 % relative humidity (RH)) and humid air (50 % RH). An increase of the relative humidity from 5 % to 50 % has a negative effect on the removal efficiency, decreasing by ±15 % in humid air. The main loss reactions for TCE are with ClO·, O· and CHCl2. Finally, the by-products and energy cost of TCE abatement are discussed. | ||||
Address | |||||
Corporate Author | Thesis | ||||
Publisher | Place of Publication | New York | Editor | ||
Language | Wos | 000347285800014 | Publication Date | 2014-09-10 | |
Series Editor | Series Title | Abbreviated Series Title | |||
Series Volume | Series Issue | Edition | |||
ISSN | 0272-4324;1572-8986; | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 2.355 | Times cited | 9 | Open Access | |
Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: 2.355; 2015 IF: 2.056 | |||
Call Number | c:irua:118882 | Serial | 2108 | ||
Permanent link to this record | |||||
Author | Pacquets, L.; Irtem, E.; Neukermans, S.; Daems, N.; Bals, S.; Breugelmans, T. | ||||
Title | Size-controlled electrodeposition of Cu nanoparticles on gas diffusion electrodes in methanesulfonic acid solution | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2020 | Publication | Journal Of Applied Electrochemistry | Abbreviated Journal | J Appl Electrochem |
Volume | 51 | Issue | 2 | Pages | |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT); Applied Electrochemistry & Catalysis (ELCAT) | ||||
Abstract | In this paper electrodeposition is used to obtain Cu nanoparticles, as it allows good control over particle size and distribution. These Cu particles were deposited onto a gas diffusion electrode which increased the resulting surface area. Prior to deposition, the surface was pre-treated with NaOH, HNO3, MQ and TX100 to investigate the influence on the electrodeposition of Cu on the gas diffusion electrode (GDE). When using HNO3, the smallest particles with the most homogeneous distribution and high particle roughness were obtained. Once the optimal substrate was determined, we further demonstrated that by altering the electrodeposition parameters, the particle size and density could be tuned. On the one hand, increasing the nucleation potential led to a higher particle density resulting in smaller particles because of an increased competition between particles. Finally, the Cu particle size increased when applying a greater growth charge and growth potential. This fundamental study thus opens up a path towards the synthesis of supported Cu materials with increased surface areas, which is interesting from a catalytic point of view. Larger surface areas are generally correlated with a better catalyst performance and thus higher product yields. This research can contributed in obtaining new insides into the deposition of metallic nanoparticles on rough surfaces. [GRAPHICS] . | ||||
Address | |||||
Corporate Author | Thesis | ||||
Publisher | Place of Publication | Editor | |||
Language | Wos | 000568651000001 | Publication Date | 2020-09-12 | |
Series Editor | Series Title | Abbreviated Series Title | |||
Series Volume | Series Issue | Edition | |||
ISSN | 0021-891x | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 2.9 | Times cited | 3 | Open Access | OpenAccess |
Notes | ; L. Pacquets was supported through a PhD fellowship strategic basic research (1S56918N) of the Research Foundation-Flanders (FWO). N. Daems was supported through a postdoctoral fellowship (12Y3919N-ND) of the Research Foundation-Flanders (FWO). S. Neukermans was supported through an FWO project grant (G093317N). This research was financed by the research counsel of the university of Antwerp (BOF-GOA 33928). The authors recognize the contribution of Thomas Kenis for analytical validation and methodology. ; | Approved | Most recent IF: 2.9; 2020 IF: 2.235 | ||
Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:171588 | Serial | 6603 | ||
Permanent link to this record | |||||
Author | Gios, E.; Verbruggen, E.; Audet, J.; Burns, R.; Butterbach-Bahl, K.; Espenberg, M.; Fritz, C.; Glatzel, S.; Jurasinski, G.; Larmola, T.; Mander, U.; Nielsen, C.; Rodriguez, A.F.; Scheer, C.; Zak, D.; Silvennoinen, H.M. | ||||
Title | Unraveling microbial processes involved in carbon and nitrogen cycling and greenhouse gas emissions in rewetted peatlands by molecular biology | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2024 | Publication | Biogeochemistry | Abbreviated Journal | |
Volume | Issue | Pages | |||
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Plant and Ecosystems (PLECO) – Ecology in a time of change | ||||
Abstract | Restoration of drained peatlands through rewetting has recently emerged as a prevailing strategy to mitigate excessive greenhouse gas emissions and re-establish the vital carbon sequestration capacity of peatlands. Rewetting can help to restore vegetation communities and biodiversity, while still allowing for extensive agricultural management such as paludiculture. Belowground processes governing carbon fluxes and greenhouse gas dynamics are mediated by a complex network of microbial communities and processes. Our understanding of this complexity and its multi-factorial controls in rewetted peatlands is limited. Here, we summarize the research regarding the role of soil microbial communities and functions in driving carbon and nutrient cycling in rewetted peatlands including the use of molecular biology techniques in understanding biogeochemical processes linked to greenhouse gas fluxes. We emphasize that rapidly advancing molecular biology approaches, such as high-throughput sequencing, are powerful tools helping to elucidate the dynamics of key biogeochemical processes when combined with isotope tracing and greenhouse gas measuring techniques. Insights gained from the gathered studies can help inform efficient monitoring practices for rewetted peatlands and the development of climate-smart restoration and management strategies. | ||||
Address | |||||
Corporate Author | Thesis | ||||
Publisher | Place of Publication | Editor | |||
Language | Wos | 001185747700001 | Publication Date | 2024-03-16 | |
Series Editor | Series Title | Abbreviated Series Title | |||
Series Volume | Series Issue | Edition | |||
ISSN | 0168-2563; 1573-515x | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 4 | Times cited | Open Access | ||
Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: 4; 2024 IF: 3.428 | |||
Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:204875 | Serial | 9239 | ||
Permanent link to this record | |||||
Author | Petrishcheva, E.; Tiede, L.; Schweinar, K.; Habler, G.; Li, C.; Gault, B.; Abart, R. | ||||
Title | Spinodal decomposition in alkali feldspar studied by atom probe tomography | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2020 | Publication | Physics And Chemistry Of Minerals | Abbreviated Journal | Phys Chem Miner |
Volume | 47 | Issue | 7 | Pages | Unsp 30 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | We used atom probe tomography to complement electron microscopy for the investigation of spinodal decomposition in alkali feldspar. To this end, gem-quality alkali feldspar of intermediate composition with a mole fraction of a(K) = 0.43 of the K end-member was prepared from Madagascar orthoclase by ion-exchange with (NaK)Cl molten salt. During subsequent annealing at 550 degrees C and close to ambient pressure the ion-exchanged orthoclase unmixed producing a coherent lamellar intergrowth of Na-rich and K-rich lamellae. The chemical separation was completed, and equilibrium Na-K partitioning between the different lamellae was attained within four days, which was followed by microstructural coarsening. After annealing for 4 days, the wavelength of the lamellar microstructure was approximate to 17 nm and it increased to approximate to 30 nm after annealing for 16 days. The observed equilibrium compositions of the Na-rich and K-rich lamellae are in reasonable agreement with an earlier experimental determination of the coherent solvus. The excess energy associated with compositional gradients at the lamellar interfaces was quantified from the initial wavelength of the lamellar microstructure and the lamellar compositions as obtained from atom probe tomography using the Cahn-Hilliard theory. The capability of atom probe tomography to deliver quantitative chemical compositions at nm resolution opens new perspectives for studying the early stages of exsolution. In particular, it helps to shed light on the phase relations in nm scaled coherent intergrowth. | ||||
Address | |||||
Corporate Author | Thesis | ||||
Publisher | Place of Publication | Editor | |||
Language | Wos | 000540150400001 | Publication Date | 2020-06-07 | |
Series Editor | Series Title | Abbreviated Series Title | |||
Series Volume | Series Issue | Edition | |||
ISSN | 0342-1791 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 1.4 | Times cited | Open Access | OpenAccess | |
Notes | ; Open access funding provided by Austrian Science Fund (FWF). This project was funded by the FWF Project P28238-N29. KS acknowledges IMPRS-SurMat for funding. Uwe Tezins, Andreas Sturm and Christian Bross are acknowledged for their support at the FIB & APT facilities at MPIE. We gratefully acknowledge the thorough and constructive reviews by Herbert Kroll and Luis Sanchez Munoz, who substantially contributed to improving an earlier version of the manuscript. ; | Approved | Most recent IF: 1.4; 2020 IF: 1.521 | ||
Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:170208 | Serial | 6611 | ||
Permanent link to this record | |||||
Author | Bogaerts, A.; van de Sanden, R. | ||||
Title | Special Issue of Papers by Plenary and Topical Invited Lecturers at the 22nd International Symposium on Plasma Chemistry (ISPC 22), 5–10 July 2015, Antwerp, Belgium: Introduction | Type | Editorial | ||
Year | 2016 | Publication | Plasma chemistry and plasma processing | Abbreviated Journal | Plasma Chem Plasma P |
Volume | 36 | Issue | 36 | Pages | 1-2 |
Keywords | Editorial; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) | ||||
Abstract | |||||
Address | |||||
Corporate Author | Thesis | ||||
Publisher | Place of Publication | Editor | |||
Language | Wos | 000370720800001 | Publication Date | 2016-01-11 | |
Series Editor | Series Title | Abbreviated Series Title | |||
Series Volume | Series Issue | Edition | |||
ISSN | 0272-4324 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record | |
Impact Factor | 2.355 | Times cited | Open Access | ||
Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: 2.355 | |||
Call Number | c:irua:130713 | Serial | 4003 | ||
Permanent link to this record | |||||
Author | Bogaerts, A. | ||||
Title | Modeling plasmas in analytical chemistry—an example of cross-fertilization | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2020 | Publication | Analytical And Bioanalytical Chemistry | Abbreviated Journal | Anal Bioanal Chem |
Volume | 412 | Issue | 24 | Pages | 6059-6083 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) | ||||
Abstract | This paper gives an overview of the modeling work developed in our group in the last 25 years for various plasmas used in analytical spectrochemistry, i.e., glow discharges (GDs), inductively coupled plasmas (ICPs), and laser ablation (LA) for sample introduction in the ICP and for laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS). The modeling approaches are briefly presented, which are different for each case, and some characteristic results are illustrated. These plasmas are used not only in analytical chemistry but also in other applications, and the insights obtained in these other fields were quite helpful for us to develop models for the analytical plasmas. Likewise, there is now a huge interest in plasma–liquid interaction, atmospheric pressure glow discharges (APGDs), and dielectric barrier discharges (DBDs) for environmental, medical, and materials applications of plasmas. The insights obtained in these fields are also very relevant for ambient desorption/ionization sources and for liquid sampling, which are nowadays very popular in analytical chemistry, and they could be very helpful in developing models for these sources as well. | ||||
Address | |||||
Corporate Author | Thesis | ||||
Publisher | Place of Publication | Editor | |||
Language | Wos | 000522701700005 | Publication Date | 2020-03-31 | |
Series Editor | Series Title | Abbreviated Series Title | |||
Series Volume | Series Issue | Edition | |||
ISSN | 1618-2642 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 4.3 | Times cited | Open Access | ||
Notes | M. Aghaei, Z. Chen, D. Autrique, T. Martens, and P. Heirman are gratefully acknowledged for their valuable efforts in the model developments illustrated in this paper. | Approved | Most recent IF: 4.3; 2020 IF: 3.431 | ||
Call Number | PLASMANT @ plasmant @c:irua:168600 | Serial | 6412 | ||
Permanent link to this record | |||||
Author | Sui, Y.; Vlaeminck, S.E. | ||||
Title | Effects of salinity, pH and growth phase on the protein productivity by Dunaliella salina | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2019 | Publication | Journal of chemical technology and biotechnology | Abbreviated Journal | |
Volume | 94 | Issue | 4 | Pages | 1032-1040 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Sustainable Energy, Air and Water Technology (DuEL) | ||||
Abstract | BACKGROUND Microalgae have long been adopted for use as human food, animal feed and high‐value products. For carotenogenesis, Dunaliella salina is one of the most studied microalgae, yet its protein synthesis has been limitedly reported. In this study, D. salina was cultivated at different NaCl and pH levels to optimize its protein productivity. RESULTS The biomass protein content followed an increasedecrease pattern throughout the growth phases, with a maximum in the exponential phase (6080% over ash‐free dry weight). Adversely, the biomass pigment contents were at relatively stable levels (around 0.5% carotenoids, 1.3% chlorophyll a and 0.5% chlorophyll b over ash‐free dry weight). Among the tested conditions (13 mol L−1 salinity, pH 7.59.5), the highest protein productivity (43.5 mg L−1 day−1) was achieved at 2 mol L−1 salinity and pH 7.5 during the exponential phase, which surpassed others by 1697%. Additionally, table salts were tested to be equivalent and cost‐efficient salt sources for the growth medium. CONCLUSION This study highlighted the suitability of D. salina as a protein source, providing guidelines for 70% cheaper medium formulation in the lab and for maximum protein productivity at larger scale. | ||||
Address | |||||
Corporate Author | Thesis | ||||
Publisher | Place of Publication | Editor | |||
Language | Wos | 000461237300004 | Publication Date | 2018-10-16 | |
Series Editor | Series Title | Abbreviated Series Title | |||
Series Volume | Series Issue | Edition | |||
ISSN | 0268-2575; 1097-4660 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | Times cited | Open Access | |||
Notes | Approved | no | |||
Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:157955 | Serial | 7849 | ||
Permanent link to this record | |||||
Author | Yang, Z.; Zhu, W.; Yu, D.; Bo, Y.; Li, J. | ||||
Title | Enhanced carbon and nitrogen removal performance of simultaneous anammox and denitrification (SAD) with mannitol addition treating saline wastewater | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2019 | Publication | Journal of chemical technology and biotechnology | Abbreviated Journal | |
Volume | 94 | Issue | 2 | Pages | 377-388 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Sustainable Energy, Air and Water Technology (DuEL) | ||||
Abstract | BACKGROUND Simultaneous anammox and denitrification (SAD) can remove carbon and nitrogen. However, its performance is suppressed under saline surroundings. In this work, mannitol was used to enhance a SAD process treating saline wastewater. RESULTS The optimum carbon and nitrogen removal was achieved at 0.2 mmol L-1 mannitol, during which ammonium removal efficiency (ARE), nitrite removal efficiency (NRE) and chemical oxygen demand (COD) removal efficiency were 96.95%, 93.70% and 90.05%, respectively. The maximum ammonium removal rate (ARR), nitrite removal rate (NRR) and the specific anammox activity (SAA) were increased by 25.49%, 55.84% and 33.83% with optimum addition (0.2 mmol L-1 mannitol) respectively. The diameter of sludge was enlarged with the addition of mannitol (<= 0.2 mmol L-1). The Tseng-Wayman model was more suitable to simulate the whole SAD process. The modified logistic model, the modified Boltzman model and the modified Gompertz model were all appropriate to describe nitrogen removal in a typical cycle with the addition of mannitol. CONCLUSION Mannitol was effective in enhancing a SAD process treating saline wastewater, and maximum nitrogen removal was achieved at mannitol = 0.2 mmol L-1. The Tseng-Wayman model satisfactorily predicted the whole SAD process treating saline wastewater with mannitol addition. (c) 2018 Society of Chemical Industry | ||||
Address | |||||
Corporate Author | Thesis | ||||
Publisher | Place of Publication | Editor | |||
Language | Wos | 000455262100004 | Publication Date | 2018-07-26 | |
Series Editor | Series Title | Abbreviated Series Title | |||
Series Volume | Series Issue | Edition | |||
ISSN | 0268-2575; 1097-4660 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | Times cited | Open Access | |||
Notes | Approved | no | |||
Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:156712 | Serial | 7911 | ||
Permanent link to this record | |||||
Author | Sóti, V.; Jacquet, N.; Apers, S.; Richel, A.; Lenaerts, S.; Cornet, I. | ||||
Title | Monitoring the laccase reaction of vanillin and poplar hydrolysate | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2016 | Publication | Journal of chemical technology and biotechnology | Abbreviated Journal | J Chem Technol Biot |
Volume | 91 | Issue | 6 | Pages | 1914-1922 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Sustainable Energy, Air and Water Technology (DuEL); Biochemical Wastewater Valorization & Engineering (BioWaVE) | ||||
Abstract | BACKGROUND Laccase is an intensively researched enzyme for industrial use. Except for decolorisation measurements, HPLC analysis is the conventional method for monitoring the phenolic removal during laccase enzyme reaction. This paper reports an investigation of the continuous UV absorbance follow-up of the laccase reaction with steam pretreated poplar hydrolysate. RESULTS Vanillin was used as a model substrate and lignocellulose xylose rich fraction (XRF) as a biologically complex substrate for laccase detoxification. The reaction was followed by HPLC-UV as well as by UV spectrometric measurements. Results suggest that the reaction can be successfully monitored by measuring the change of UV absorbance at 280 nm, without previous compound separation. In case of XRF experiments the spectrophotometric follow-up is especially useful, as HPLC analysis takes a long time and provides less information than in case of single substrates. The method seems to be suitable for optimization and process control. CONCLUSION The obtained results can help to construct a fast, easy and straightforward monitoring system for laccase-phenolic substrate reactions. | ||||
Address | |||||
Corporate Author | Thesis | ||||
Publisher | Place of Publication | Editor | |||
Language | Wos | 000375768300040 | Publication Date | 2015-07-29 | |
Series Editor | Series Title | Abbreviated Series Title | |||
Series Volume | Series Issue | Edition | |||
ISSN | 0268-2575; 1097-4660 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 3.135 | Times cited | 3 | Open Access | |
Notes | ; This research is financed by the University of Antwerp (project number 15 FA100 002). ; | Approved | Most recent IF: 3.135 | ||
Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:127694 | Serial | 5972 | ||
Permanent link to this record | |||||
Author | Fedotov, S.S.; Aksyonov, D.A.; Samarin, A.S.; Karakulina, O.M.; Hadermann, J.; Stevenson, K.J.; Khasanova, N.R.; Abakumov, A.M.; Antipov, E., V | ||||
Title | Tuning the crystal structure of A2CoPO4F(A=Li,Na) fluoride-phosphates : a new layered polymorph of LiNaCoPO4F | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2019 | Publication | European journal of inorganic chemistry | Abbreviated Journal | Eur J Inorg Chem |
Volume | 2019 | Issue | 2019 | Pages | 4365-4372 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | Co-containing fluoride-phosphates are of interest in sense of delivering high electrode potentials and attractive specific energy values as positive electrode materials for rechargeable batteries. In this paper we report on a new Co-based fluoride-phosphate, LiNaCoPO4F, with a layered structure (2D), which was Rietveld-refined based on X-ray powder diffraction data [P2(1)/c, a = 6.83881(4) angstrom, b = 11.23323(5) angstrom, c = 5.07654(2) angstrom, beta = 90.3517(5) degrees, V = 389.982(3) angstrom(3)] and validated by electron diffraction and high-resolution scanning transmission electron microscopy. The differential scanning calorimetry measurements revealed that 2D-LiNaCoPO4F forms in a narrow temperature range of 520-530 degrees C and irreversibly converts to the known 3D-LiNaCoPO4F modification (Pnma) above 530 degrees C. The non-carbon-coated 2D-LiNaCoPO4F shows reversible electrochemical activity in Li-ion cell in the potential range of 3.0-4.9 V vs. Li/Li+ with an average potential of approximate to 4.5 V and in Na-ion cell in the range of 3.0-4.5 V vs. Na/Na+ exhibiting a plateau profile centered around 4.2 V, in agreement with the calculated potentials by density functional theory. The energy barriers for both Li+ and Na+ migration in 2D-LiNaCoPO4F amount to 0.15 eV along the [001] direction rendering 2D-LiNaCoPO4F as a viable electrode material for high-power Li- and Na-ion rechargeable batteries. The discovery and stabilization of the 2D-LiNaCoPO4F polymorph indicates that temperature influence on the synthesis of A(2)MPO(4)F fluoride-phosphates needs more careful examination with perspective to unveil new structures. | ||||
Address | |||||
Corporate Author | Thesis | ||||
Publisher | Place of Publication | Editor | |||
Language | Wos | 000484135500001 | Publication Date | 2019-08-07 | |
Series Editor | Series Title | Abbreviated Series Title | |||
Series Volume | Series Issue | Edition | |||
ISSN | 1434-1948 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 2.444 | Times cited | Open Access | ||
Notes | ; This work is supported by the Russian Science Foundation (grant 17-73-30006). The authors greatly thank Dr. D. Rupasov for TG-DSC experiments, B. D. Shmykov and A. I. Manoilov for assistance with sample preparation, the Skoltech Center for Energy Science and Technology and the Moscow State University Program of Development up to 2020. J. Hadermann and O. M. Karakulina acknowledge support from the FWO under grant G040116N. ; | Approved | Most recent IF: 2.444 | ||
Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:162857 | Serial | 5403 | ||
Permanent link to this record | |||||
Author | Loreto, S.; Vanrompay, H.; Mertens, M.; Bals, S.; Meynen, V. | ||||
Title | The influence of acids on tuning the pore size of mesoporous TiO2 templated by non-ionic block copolymers | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2018 | Publication | European journal of inorganic chemistry | Abbreviated Journal | Eur J Inorg Chem |
Volume | 2018 | Issue | 2018 | Pages | 62-65 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT); Laboratory of adsorption and catalysis (LADCA) | ||||
Abstract | <script type='text/javascript'>document.write(unpmarked('We show the possibility to tune the pore size of mesoporous TiO2 templated by non-ionic block copolymers by adding different inorganic acids at well-chosen concentration. The effect of the inorganic anions on both the TiO2 cluster formation and the non-ionic block copolymers micelles is investigated to explain the experimental results.')); | ||||
Address | |||||
Corporate Author | Thesis | ||||
Publisher | Place of Publication | Weinheim | Editor | ||
Language | Wos | 000419706000008 | Publication Date | 2017-12-19 | |
Series Editor | Series Title | Abbreviated Series Title | |||
Series Volume | Series Issue | Edition | |||
ISSN | 1434-1948 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 2.444 | Times cited | 6 | Open Access | OpenAccess |
Notes | ; This work was supported by the Research Foundation-Flanders (FWO) (grant G.0687.13) and the University of Antwerp (BOF project). Hans Vanrompay gratefully acknowledges financial support by the Flemish Fund for Scientific Research (FWO grant 1S32617N). Sara Bals acknowledges financial support from European Research Council (ERC Starting Grant #335078-COLOURATOMS). ; ecas_Sara | Approved | Most recent IF: 2.444 | ||
Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:147897UA @ admin @ c:irua:147897 | Serial | 4881 | ||
Permanent link to this record | |||||
Author | Xu, W.; Van Alphen, S.; Galvita, V.V.; Meynen, V.; Bogaerts, A. | ||||
Title | Effect of Gas Composition on Temperature and CO2Conversion in a Gliding Arc Plasmatron reactor: Insights for Post‐Plasma Catalysis from Experiments and Computation | Type | A1 Journal Article | ||
Year | 2024 | Publication | ChemSusChem | Abbreviated Journal | ChemSusChem |
Volume | Issue | Pages | |||
Keywords | A1 Journal Article; CO2 conversion · Plasma · Gliding arc plasmatron · Temperature profiles · Computational modelling; Plasma, laser ablation and surface modeling Antwerp (PLASMANT) ; | ||||
Abstract | Plasma‐based CO<sub>2</sub>conversion has attracted increasing interest. However, to understand the impact of plasma operation on post‐plasma processes, we studied the effect of adding N<sub>2</sub>, N<sub>2</sub>/CH<sub>4</sub>and N<sub>2</sub>/CH<sub>4</sub>/H<sub>2</sub>O to a CO<sub>2</sub>gliding arc plasmatron (GAP) to obtain valuable insights into their impact on exhaust stream composition and temperature, which will serve as feed gas and heat for post‐plasma catalysis (PPC). Adding N<sub>2</sub>improves the CO<sub>2</sub>conversion from 4 % to 13 %, and CH<sub>4</sub>addition further promotes it to 44 %, and even to 61 % at lower gas flow rate (6 L/min), allowing a higher yield of CO and hydrogen for PPC. The addition of H<sub>2</sub>O, however, reduces the CO<sub>2</sub>conversion from 55 % to 22 %, but it also lowers the energy cost, from 5.8 to 3 kJ/L. Regarding the temperature at 4.9 cm post‐plasma, N<sub>2</sub>addition increases the temperature, while the CO<sub>2</sub>/CH<sub>4</sub>ratio has no significant effect on temperature. We also calculated the temperature distribution with computational fluid dynamics simulations. The obtained temperature profiles (both experimental and calculated) show a decreasing trend with distance to the exhaust and provide insights in where to position a PPC bed. | ||||
Address | |||||
Corporate Author | Thesis | ||||
Publisher | Place of Publication | Editor | |||
Language | Wos | 001200297300001 | Publication Date | 2024-04-11 | |
Series Editor | Series Title | Abbreviated Series Title | |||
Series Volume | Series Issue | Edition | |||
ISSN | 1864-5631 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 8.4 | Times cited | Open Access | ||
Notes | We acknowledge the VLAIO Catalisti Moonshot project D2M and the VLAIO Catalisti transition project CO2PERATE (HBC.2017.0692) for financial support. We acknowledge Gilles Van Loon for his help to make the quartz and steel devices for the reactor. Vladimir V. Galvita also acknowledges a personal grant from the Research Fund of Ghent University (BOF; 01N16319). | Approved | Most recent IF: 8.4; 2024 IF: 7.226 | ||
Call Number | PLASMANT @ plasmant @c:irua:205101 | Serial | 9128 | ||
Permanent link to this record | |||||
Author | Ciocarlan, R.-G.; Blommaerts, N.; Lenaerts, S.; Cool, P.; Verbruggen, S.W. | ||||
Title | Recent trends in plasmon‐assisted photocatalytic CO₂ reduction | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2023 | Publication | Chemsuschem | Abbreviated Journal | |
Volume | 16 | Issue | 5 | Pages | e202201647-25 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Laboratory of adsorption and catalysis (LADCA) | ||||
Abstract | Direct photocatalytic reduction of CO2 has become an highly active field of research. It is thus of utmost importance to maintain an overview of the various materials used to sustain this process, find common trends, and, in this way, eventually improve the current conversions and selectivities. In particular, CO2 photoreduction using plasmonic photocatalysts under solar light has gained tremendous attention, and a wide variety of materials has been developed to reduce CO2 towards more practical gases or liquid fuels (CH4, CO, CH3OH/CH3CH2OH) in this manner. This Review therefore aims at providing insights in current developments of photocatalysts consisting of only plasmonic nanoparticles and semiconductor materials. By classifying recent studies based on product selectivity, this Review aims to unravel common trends that can provide effective information on ways to improve the photoreduction yield or possible means to shift the selectivity towards desired products, thus generating new ideas for the way forward. | ||||
Address | |||||
Corporate Author | Thesis | ||||
Publisher | Place of Publication | Editor | |||
Language | Wos | 000926901300001 | Publication Date | 2023-01-10 | |
Series Editor | Series Title | Abbreviated Series Title | |||
Series Volume | Series Issue | Edition | |||
ISSN | 1864-5631 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 8.4 | Times cited | Open Access | OpenAccess | |
Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: 8.4; 2023 IF: 7.226 | |||
Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:193633 | Serial | 7335 | ||
Permanent link to this record | |||||
Author | Hollevoet, L.; Vervloessem, E.; Gorbanev, Y.; Nikiforov, A.; De Geyter, N.; Bogaerts, A.; Martens, J.A. | ||||
Title | Energy‐Efficient Small‐Scale Ammonia Synthesis Process with Plasma‐enabled Nitrogen Oxidation and Catalytic Reduction of Adsorbed NOx | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2022 | Publication | Chemsuschem | Abbreviated Journal | Chemsuschem |
Volume | Issue | Pages | |||
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) | ||||
Abstract | Industrial ammonia production without CO2 emission and with low energy consumption is one of the technological grand challenges of this age. Current Haber-Bosch ammonia mass production processes work with a thermally activated iron catalyst needing high pressure. The need for large volumes of hydrogen gas and the continuous operation mode render electrification of Haber-Bosch plants difficult to achieve. Electrochemical solutions at low pressure and temperature are faced with the problematic inertness of the nitrogen molecule on electrodes. Direct reduction of N2 to ammonia is only possible with very reactive chemicals such as lithium metal, the regeneration of which is energy intensive. Here, the attractiveness of an oxidative route for N2 activation was presented. N2 conversion to NOx in a plasma reactor followed by reduction with H2 on a heterogeneous catalyst at low pressure could be an energy-efficient option for small-scale distributed ammonia production with renewable electricity and without intrinsic CO2 footprint. | ||||
Address | |||||
Corporate Author | Thesis | ||||
Publisher | Place of Publication | Editor | |||
Language | Wos | 000772893400001 | Publication Date | 2022-03-25 | |
Series Editor | Series Title | Abbreviated Series Title | |||
Series Volume | Series Issue | Edition | |||
ISSN | 1864-5631 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 8.4 | Times cited | Open Access | OpenAccess | |
Notes | Vlaamse regering, HBC.2019.0108 ; Vlaamse regering; KU Leuven, C3/20/067 ; We gratefully acknowledge financial support by the Flemish Government through the Moonshot cSBO project P2C (HBC.2019.0108). J.A.M. and A.B. acknowledge the Flemish Government for long-term structural funding (Methusalem). J.A.M. © 2022 Wiley-VCH GmbH | Approved | Most recent IF: 8.4 | ||
Call Number | PLASMANT @ plasmant @c:irua:187251 | Serial | 7054 | ||
Permanent link to this record | |||||
Author | Kovács, A.; Billen, P.; Cornet, I.; Wijnants, M.; Neyts, E.C. | ||||
Title | Modeling the physicochemical properties of natural deep eutectic solvents : a review | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2020 | Publication | Chemsuschem | Abbreviated Journal | Chemsuschem |
Volume | 13 | Issue | 15 | Pages | 3789-3804 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Intelligence in PRocesses, Advanced Catalysts and Solvents (iPRACS); Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT); Biochemical Wastewater Valorization & Engineering (BioWaVE) | ||||
Abstract | Natural deep eutectic solvents (NADES) are mixtures of naturally derived compounds with a significantly decreased melting point due to the specific interactions among the constituents. NADES have benign properties (low volatility, flammability, toxicity, cost) and tailorable physicochemical properties (by altering the type and molar ratio of constituents), hence they are often considered as a green alternative to common organic solvents. Modeling the relation between their composition and properties is crucial though, both for understanding and predicting their behavior. Several efforts were done to this end, yet this review aims at structuring the present knowledge as an outline for future research. First, we reviewed the key properties of NADES and relate them to their structure based on the available experimental data. Second, we reviewed available modeling methods applicable to NADES. At the molecular level, density functional theory and molecular dynamics allow interpreting density differences and vibrational spectra, and computation of interaction energies. Additionally, properties at the level of the bulk media can be explained and predicted by semi-empirical methods based on ab initio methods (COSMO-RS) and equation of state models (PC-SAFT). Finally, methods based on large datasets are discussed; models based on group contribution methods and machine learning. A combination of bulk media and dataset modeling allows qualitative prediction and interpretation of phase equilibria properties on the one hand, and quantitative prediction of melting point, density, viscosity, surface tension and refractive indices on the other hand. In our view, multiscale modeling, combining the molecular and macroscale methods, will strongly enhance the predictability of NADES properties and their interaction with solutes, yielding truly tailorable solvents to accommodate (bio)chemical reactions. | ||||
Address | |||||
Corporate Author | Thesis | ||||
Publisher | Place of Publication | Editor | |||
Language | Wos | 000541499100001 | Publication Date | 2020-05-07 | |
Series Editor | Series Title | Abbreviated Series Title | |||
Series Volume | Series Issue | Edition | |||
ISSN | 1864-5631 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 8.4 | Times cited | Open Access | ||
Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: 8.4; 2020 IF: 7.226 | |||
Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:168851 | Serial | 6770 | ||
Permanent link to this record | |||||
Author | Cleiren, E.; Heijkers, S.; Ramakers, M.; Bogaerts, A. | ||||
Title | Dry Reforming of Methane in a Gliding Arc Plasmatron: Towards a Better Understanding of the Plasma Chemistry | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2017 | Publication | Chemsuschem | Abbreviated Journal | Chemsuschem |
Volume | 10 | Issue | 20 | Pages | 4025-4036 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) | ||||
Abstract | Dry reforming of methane (DRM) in a gliding arc plasmatron is studied for different CH4 fractions in the mixture. The CO2 and CH4 conversions reach their highest values of approximately 18 and 10%, respectively, at 25% CH4 in the gas mixture, corresponding to an overall energy cost of 10 kJ L@1 (or 2.5 eV per molecule) and an energy efficiency of 66%. CO and H2 are the major products, with the formation of smaller fractions of C2Hx (x=2, 4, or 6) compounds and H2O. A chemical kinetics model is used to investigate the underlying chemical processes. The calculated CO2 and CH4 conversion and the energy efficiency are in good agreement with the experimental data. The model calculations reveal that the reaction of CO2 (mainly at vibrationally excited levels) with H radicals is mainly responsible for the CO2 conversion, especially at higher CH4 fractions in the mixture, which explains why the CO2 conversion increases with increasing CH4 fraction. The main process responsible for CH4 conversion is the reaction with OH radicals. The excellent energy efficiency can be explained by the non-equilibrium character of the plasma, in which the electrons mainly activate the gas molecules, and by the important role of the vibrational kinetics of CO2. The results demonstrate that a gliding arc plasmatron is very promising for DRM. |
||||
Address | |||||
Corporate Author | Thesis | ||||
Publisher | Place of Publication | Editor | |||
Language | Wos | 000413565100012 | Publication Date | 2017-10-02 | |
Series Editor | Series Title | Abbreviated Series Title | |||
Series Volume | Series Issue | Edition | |||
ISSN | 1864-5631 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 7.226 | Times cited | 23 | Open Access | OpenAccess |
Notes | Fonds Wetenschappelijk Onderzoek, G.0383.16N ; Federaal Wetenschapsbeleid; | Approved | Most recent IF: 7.226 | ||
Call Number | PLASMANT @ plasmant @c:irua:146665 | Serial | 4759 | ||
Permanent link to this record | |||||
Author | Ramakers, M.; Trenchev, G.; Heijkers, S.; Wang, W.; Bogaerts, A. | ||||
Title | Gliding Arc Plasmatron: Providing an Alternative Method for Carbon Dioxide Conversion | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2017 | Publication | Chemsuschem | Abbreviated Journal | Chemsuschem |
Volume | 10 | Issue | 10 | Pages | 2642-2652 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) | ||||
Abstract | Low-temperature plasmas are gaining a lot of interest for environmental and energy applications. A large research field in these applications is the conversion of CO2 into chemicals and fuels. Since CO2 is a very stable molecule, a key performance indicator for the research on plasma-based CO2 conversion is the energy efficiency. Until now, the energy efficiency in atmospheric plasma reactors is quite low, and therefore we employ here a novel type of plasma reactor, the gliding arc plasmatron (GAP). This paper provides a detailed experimental and computational study of the CO2 conversion, as well as the energy cost and efficiency in a GAP. A comparison with thermal conversion, other plasma types and other novel CO2 conversion technologies is made to find out whether this novel plasma reactor can provide a significant contribution to the much-needed efficient conversion of CO2. From these comparisons it becomes evident that our results are less than a factor of two away from being cost competitive and already outperform several other new technologies. Furthermore, we indicate how the performance of the GAP can still be improved by further exploiting its non-equilibrium character. Hence, it is clear that the GAP is very promising for CO2 conversion. | ||||
Address | |||||
Corporate Author | Thesis | ||||
Publisher | Place of Publication | Editor | |||
Language | Wos | 000403934400014 | Publication Date | 2017-05-22 | |
Series Editor | Series Title | Abbreviated Series Title | |||
Series Volume | Series Issue | Edition | |||
ISSN | 1864-5631 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 7.226 | Times cited | 42 | Open Access | OpenAccess |
Notes | Federaal Wetenschapsbeleid; Fonds Wetenschappelijk Onderzoek, G.0383.16N 11U5316N ; Horizon 2020, 657304 ; | Approved | Most recent IF: 7.226 | ||
Call Number | PLASMANT @ plasmant @ c:irua:144184 | Serial | 4616 | ||
Permanent link to this record | |||||
Author | Wang, W.; Patil, B.; Heijkers, S.; Hessel, V.; Bogaerts, A. | ||||
Title | Nitrogen fixation by gliding arc plasma : better insight by chemical kinetics modelling | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2017 | Publication | Chemsuschem | Abbreviated Journal | Chemsuschem |
Volume | 10 | Issue | 10 | Pages | 2145-2157 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) | ||||
Abstract | The conversion of atmospheric nitrogen into valuable compounds, that is, so-called nitrogen fixation, is gaining increased interest, owing to the essential role in the nitrogen cycle of the biosphere. Plasma technology, and more specifically gliding arc plasma, has great potential in this area, but little is known about the underlying mechanisms. Therefore, we developed a detailed chemical kinetics model for a pulsed-power gliding-arc reactor operating at atmospheric pressure for nitrogen oxide synthesis. Experiments are performed to validate the model and reasonable agreement is reached between the calculated and measured NO and NO2 yields and the corresponding energy efficiency for NOx formation for different N2/O2 ratios, indicating that the model can provide a realistic picture of the plasma chemistry. Therefore, we can use the model to investigate the reaction pathways for the formation and loss of NOx. The results indicate that vibrational excitation of N2 in the gliding arc contributes significantly to activating the N2 molecules, and leads to an energy efficient way of NOx production, compared to the thermal process. Based on the underlying chemistry, the model allows us to propose solutions on how to further improve the NOx formation by gliding arc technology. Although the energy efficiency of the gliding-arc-based nitrogen fixation process at the present stage is not comparable to the world-scale HaberBosch process, we believe our study helps us to come up with more realistic scenarios of entering a cutting-edge innovation in new business cases for the decentralised production of fertilisers for agriculture, in which low-temperature plasma technology might play an important role. | ||||
Address | |||||
Corporate Author | Thesis | ||||
Publisher | Place of Publication | Weinheim | Editor | ||
Language | Wos | 000402122100006 | Publication Date | 2017-03-08 | |
Series Editor | Series Title | Abbreviated Series Title | |||
Series Volume | Series Issue | Edition | |||
ISSN | 1864-5631 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 7.226 | Times cited | 42 | Open Access | OpenAccess |
Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: 7.226 | |||
Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:143261 | Serial | 4672 | ||
Permanent link to this record |