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Frolov, D.D.; Kotovshchikov, Y.N.; Morozov, I.V.; Boltalin, A.I.; Fedorova, A.A.; Marikutsa, A.V.; Rumyantseva, M.N.; Gaskov, A.M.; Sadovskaya, E.M.; Abakumov, A.M. |
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Oxygen exchange on nanocrystalline tin dioxide modified by palladium |
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A1 Journal article |
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2012 |
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Journal of solid state chemistry |
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J Solid State Chem |
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186 |
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1-8 |
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A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) |
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Temperature-programmed oxygen isotopic exchange study was performed on nanocrystalline tin dioxide-based materials synthesized via sol-gel route and modified by palladium. Such materials are widely used as resistive gas sensors. The experiments were carried out in a flow-reactor up to complete isotopic substitution of oxygen. Substantial rates of isotopic exchange for SnO2 were observed from about 700 K. The distribution of isotopic molecules O-16(2). (OO)-O-16-O-18 and O-18(2) corresponds to simple dioxygen heteroexchange mechanism with single lattice oxygen atom. The modification of SnO2 by Pd introduced multiple heteroexchange mechanism with preliminary O-2 dissociation on the clusters surface. Spill-over of atomic oxygen from Pd to the surface of SnO2 and fast exchange with lattice oxygen result in more than 100% increase of apparent heteroexchange rate. The exchange on SnO2/Pd was shown to be a complex process involving partial deactivation of the catalytic centers at temperature higher than 750 K. (C) 2011 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. |
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000299801400001 |
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2011-12-08 |
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0022-4596; |
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2.299 |
Times cited |
34 |
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Most recent IF: 2.299; 2012 IF: 2.040 |
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UA @ lucian @ c:irua:96202 |
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2546 |
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Kao, K.-H.; Verhulst, A.S.; Vandenberghe, W.G.; Sorée, B.; Groeseneken, G.; De Meyer, K. |
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Direct and indirect band-to-band tunneling in germanium-based TFETs |
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A1 Journal article |
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2012 |
Publication |
IEEE transactions on electron devices |
Abbreviated Journal |
Ieee T Electron Dev |
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59 |
Issue |
2 |
Pages |
292-301 |
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A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT) |
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Germanium is a widely used material for tunnel FETs because of its small band gap and compatibility with silicon. Typically, only the indirect band gap of Ge at 0.66 eV is considered. However, direct band-to-band tunneling (BTBT) in Ge should be included in tunnel FET modeling and simulations since the energy difference between the Ge conduction band edges at the L and G valleys is only 0.14 eV at room temperature. In this paper, we theoretically calculate the parameters A and B of Kane's direct and indirect BTBT models at different tunneling directions ([100], [110], and [111]) for Si, Ge and unstrained Si1-xGex. We highlight how the direct BTBT component becomes more important as the Ge mole fraction increases. The calculation of the band-to-band generation rate in the uniform electric field limit reveals that direct tunneling always dominates over indirect tunneling in Ge. The impact of the direct transition in Ge on the performance of two realistic tunnel field-effect transistor configurations is illustrated with TCAD simulations. The influence of field-induced quantum confinement is included in the analysis based on a back-of-the-envelope calculation. |
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New York, N.Y. |
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000299430200005 |
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2011-12-07 |
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0018-9383;1557-9646; |
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2.605 |
Times cited |
212 |
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; Manuscript received August 5, 2011; revised October 5, 2011 and October 28, 2011; accepted October 30, 2011. Date of publication December 7, 2011; date of current version January 25, 2012. This work was supported by the Interuniversity Microelectronics Center's (IMEC) Industrial Affiliation Program. The work of W. G. Vandenberghe was supported by a Ph.D. stipend from the Institute for the Promotion of Innovation through Science and Technology in Flanders (IWT-Vlaanderen). The review of this paper was arranged by Editor A. Schenk. ; |
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Most recent IF: 2.605; 2012 IF: 2.062 |
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UA @ lucian @ c:irua:97215 |
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708 |
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Piñera, I.; Cruz, C.M.; van Espen, P.; Abreu, Y.; Leyva, A. |
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Study of dpa distributions in electron irradiated YBCO slabs through MCCM algorithm |
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A1 Journal article |
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2012 |
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Nuclear instruments and methods in physics research: B: beam interactions with materials and atoms |
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274 |
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191-194 |
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A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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The Monte Carlo assisted Classical Method (MCCM) consists on a calculation procedure for determining the displacements per atom (dpa) distribution in solid materials. This algorithm allows studying the gamma and electron irradiation damage in different materials. It is based on the electrons elastic scattering classic theories and the use of Monte Carlo simulation for the physical processes involved. The present study deals with the Monte Carlo simulation of electron irradiation effects on YBa2Cu3O7-x (YBCO) slabs using the MCNPX code system. Displacements per atom distributions are obtained through the MCCM for electron irradiation up to 10 MeV. In-depth dpa profiles for electrons and positrons are obtained and analysed. Also, dpa contributions from each atomic specie in the material are calculated. It was found that the dpa distribution is more homogeneous in the material volume when increasing energy of incident electrons. Also, the dpa produced by positrons has no relevance when irradiating with electrons, in contrast with previous similar gamma irradiation studies. All the results are presented and discussed in this contribution. (C) 2011 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved. |
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000301611900031 |
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2011-12-05 |
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0168-583x |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:97819 |
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8595 |
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Gao, J.; Lebedev, O.I.; Turner, S.; Li, Y.F.; Lu, Y.H.; Feng, Y.P.; Boullay, P.; Prellier, W.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Wu, T. |
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Phase selection enabled formation of abrupt axial heterojunctions in branched oxide nanowires |
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A1 Journal article |
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2012 |
Publication |
Nano letters |
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Nano Lett |
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12 |
Issue |
1 |
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275-280 |
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A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) |
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Rational synthesis of nanowires via the vaporliquidsolid (VLS) mechanism with compositional and structural controls is vitally important for fabricating functional nanodevices from bottom up. Here, we show that branched indium tin oxide nanowires can be in situ seeded in vapor transport growth using tailored AuCu alloys as catalyst. Furthermore, we demonstrate that VLS synthesis gives unprecedented freedom to navigate the ternary InSnO phase diagram, and a rare and bulk-unstable cubic phase can be selectively stabilized in nanowires. The stabilized cubic fluorite phase possesses an unusual almost equimolar concentration of In and Sn, forming a defect-free epitaxial interface with the conventional bixbyite phase of tin-doped indium oxide that is the most employed transparent conducting oxide. This rational methodology of selecting phases and making abrupt axial heterojunctions in nanowires presents advantages over the conventional synthesis routes, promising novel composition-modulated nanomaterials. |
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Washington |
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000298943100048 |
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2011-12-05 |
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1530-6984;1530-6992; |
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Impact Factor |
12.712 |
Times cited |
25 |
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Most recent IF: 12.712; 2012 IF: 13.025 |
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UA @ lucian @ c:irua:94209 |
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2587 |
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De Trizio, L.; Figuerola, A.; Manna, L.; Genovese, A.; George, C.; Brescia, R.; Saghi, Z.; Simonutti, R.; van Huis, M.; Falqui, A. |
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Size-tunable, hexagonal plate-like Cu3P and Janus-like Cu-Cu3P nanocrystals |
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A1 Journal article |
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2012 |
Publication |
ACS nano |
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Acs Nano |
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6 |
Issue |
1 |
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32-41 |
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A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) |
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We describe two synthesis approaches to colloidal Cu3P nanocrystals using trioctylphosphine (TOP) as phosphorus precursor. One approach is based on the homogeneous nucleation of small Cu3P nanocrystals with hexagonal plate-like morphology and with sizes that can be tuned from 5 to 50 nm depending on the reaction time. In the other approach, metallic Cu nanocrystals are nucleated first and then they are progressively phosphorized to Cu3P. In this case, intermediate Janus-like dimeric nanoparticles can be isolated, which are made of two domains of different materials, Cu and Cu3P, sharing a flat epitaxial interface. The Janus-like nanoparticles can be transformed back to single-crystalline copper particles if they are annealed at high temperature under high vacuum conditions, which makes them an interesting source of phosphorus. The features of the Cu Cu3P Janus-like nanoparticles are compared with those of the Wiped microstructure discovered more than two decades ago in the rapidly quenched Cu Cu3P eutectic of the Cu P alloy, suggesting that other alloy/eutectic systems that display similar behavior might give origin to nanostructures with flat, epitaxial Interface between domains of two diverse materials. Finally, the electrochemical properties of the copper phosphide plates are studied, and they are found to be capable of undergoing lithiation/delithiation through a displacement reaction, while the Janus-like Cu Cu3P particles do not display an electrochemical behavior that would make them suitable for applications in batteries. |
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2011-12-03 |
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1936-0851;1936-086X; |
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Impact Factor |
13.942 |
Times cited |
60 |
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Most recent IF: 13.942; 2012 IF: 12.062 |
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UA @ lucian @ c:irua:99172 |
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3039 |
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Delabie, A.; Sioncke, S.; Rip, J.; Van Elshocht, S.; Pourtois, G.; Mueller, M.; Beckhoff, B.; Pierloot, K. |
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Reaction mechanisms for atomic layer deposition of aluminum oxide on semiconductor substrates |
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A1 Journal article |
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2012 |
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Journal of vacuum science and technology: A: vacuum surfaces and films |
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J Vac Sci Technol A |
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30 |
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1 |
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01a127-01a127,10 |
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A1 Journal article; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) |
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In this work, we have studied the TMA/H(2)O (TMA Al(CH(3))(3)) atomic layer deposition (ALD) of Al(2)O(3) on hydroxyl (OH) and thiol (SH) terminated semiconductor substrates. Total reflection x-ray fluorescence reveals a complex growth-per-cycle evolution during the early ALD reaction cycles. OH and SH terminated surfaces demonstrate growth inhibition from the second reaction cycle on. Theoretical calculations, based on density functional theory, are performed on cluster models to investigate the first TMA/H(2)O reaction cycle. Based on the theoretical results, we discuss possible mechanisms for the growth inhibition from the second reaction cycle on. In addition, our calculations show that AlCH(3) groups are hydrolyzed by a H(2)O molecule adsorbed on a neighboring Al atom, independent of the type of backbonds (Si-O, Ge-O, or Ge-S) of AlCH(3). The coordination of Al remains four-fold after the first TMA/H(2)O reaction cycle. (C) 2012 American Vacuum Society. [DOI: 10.1116/1.3664090] |
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000298992800027 |
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2011-12-02 |
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0734-2101; |
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Impact Factor |
1.374 |
Times cited |
41 |
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Most recent IF: 1.374; 2012 IF: 1.432 |
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UA @ lucian @ c:irua:96253 |
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2818 |
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Pham, A.-T.; Sorée, B.; Magnus, W.; Jungemann, C.; Meinerzhagen, B.; Pourtois, G. |
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Quantum simulations of electrostatics in Si cylindrical junctionless nanowire nFETs and pFETs with a homogeneous channel including strain and arbitrary crystallographic orientations |
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A1 Journal article |
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2012 |
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Solid state electronics |
Abbreviated Journal |
Solid State Electron |
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71 |
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30-36 |
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A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT); Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) |
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Simulation results of electrostatics in Si cylindrical junctionless nanowire transistors with a homogenous channel are presented. Junctionless transistors including strain and arbitrary crystallographic orientations are studied. Size quantization effects are simulated by self-consistent solutions of the Poisson and Schrodinger equations. The 6 x 6 k.p method is employed for the calculation of the valence subband structure in a junctionless nanowire pFET. The influence of stress/strain and crystallographic channel orientation on to the electrostatics in terms of subband structure, charge density, and C-V curve is systematically studied. (C) 2011 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved. |
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Oxford |
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2011-12-01 |
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0038-1101; |
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Impact Factor |
1.58 |
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2 |
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Most recent IF: 1.58; 2012 IF: 1.482 |
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UA @ lucian @ c:irua:98245 |
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2786 |
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Neyts, E.C.; van Duin, A.C.T.; Bogaerts, A. |
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Insights in the plasma-assisted growth of carbon nanotubes through atomic scale simulations : effect of electric field |
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A1 Journal article |
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2012 |
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Journal of the American Chemical Society |
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J Am Chem Soc |
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134 |
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2 |
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1256-1260 |
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A1 Journal article; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) |
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Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) are nowadays routinely grown in a thermal CVD setup. State-of-the-art plasma-enhanced CVD (PECVD) growth, however, offers advantages over thermal CVD. A lower growth temperature and the growth of aligned freestanding single-walled CNTs (SWNTs) makes the technique very attractive. The atomic scale growth mechanisms of PECVD CNT growth, however, remain currently entirely unexplored. In this contribution, we employed molecular dynamics simulations to focus on the effect of applying an electric field on the SWNT growth process, as one of the effects coming into play in PECVD. Using sufficiently strong fields results in (a) alignment of the growing SWNTs, (b) a better ordering of the carbon network, and (c) a higher growth rate relative to thermal growth rate. We suggest that these effects are due to the small charge transfer occurring in the Ni/C system. These simulations constitute the first study of PECVD growth of SWNTs on the atomic level. |
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Washington, D.C. |
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2011-11-30 |
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0002-7863;1520-5126; |
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Impact Factor |
13.858 |
Times cited |
56 |
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Most recent IF: 13.858; 2012 IF: 10.677 |
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UA @ lucian @ c:irua:97163 |
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1673 |
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Guttmann, P.; Bittencourt, C.; Rehbein, S.; Umek, P.; Ke, X.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Ewels, C.P.; Schneider, G. |
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Nanoscale spectroscopy with polarized X-rays by NEXAFS-TXM |
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A1 Journal article |
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2012 |
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Nature photonics |
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Nat Photonics |
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6 |
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1 |
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25-29 |
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A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) |
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Near-edge X-ray absorption spectroscopy (NEXAFS)1 is an essential analytical tool in material science. Combining NEXAFS with scanning transmission X-ray microscopy (STXM) adds spatial resolution and the possibility to study individual nanostructures2, 3. Here, we describe a full-field transmission X-ray microscope (TXM) that generates high-resolution, large-area NEXAFS data with a collection rate two orders of magnitude faster than is possible with STXM. The TXM optical design combines a spectral resolution of E/ΔE = 1 × 104 with a spatial resolution of 25 nm in a field of view of 1520 µm and a data acquisition time of ~1 s. As an example, we present image stacks and polarization-dependent NEXAFS spectra from individual anisotropic sodium and protonated titanate nanoribbons. Our NEXAFS-TXM technique has the advantage that one image stack visualizes a large number of nanostructures and therefore already contains statistical information. This new high-resolution NEXAFS-TXM technique opens the way to advanced nanoscale science studies. |
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2011-11-25 |
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1749-4885;1749-4893; |
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37.852 |
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76 |
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Most recent IF: 37.852; 2012 IF: 27.254 |
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UA @ lucian @ c:irua:94198 |
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2272 |
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Bertrand, L.; Robinet, L.; Thoury, M.; Janssens, K.; Cohen, S.X.; Schöder, S. |
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Cultural heritage and archaeology materials studied by synchrotron spectroscopy and imaging |
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2012 |
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Applied physics A : materials science & processing |
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Appl Phys A-Mater |
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106 |
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2 |
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377-396 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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The use of synchrotron radiation techniques to study cultural heritage and archaeological materials has undergone a steep increase over the past 10-15 years. The range of materials studied is very broad and encompasses painting materials, stone, glass, ceramics, metals, cellulosic and wooden materials, and a cluster of organic-based materials, in phase with the diversity observed at archaeological sites, museums, historical buildings, etc. Main areas of investigation are: (1) the study of the alteration and corrosion processes, for which the unique non-destructive speciation capabilities of X-ray absorption have proved very beneficial, (2) the understanding of the technologies and identification of the raw materials used to produce archaeological artefacts and art objects and, to a lesser extent, (3) the investigation of current or novel stabilisation, conservation and restoration practices. In terms of the synchrotron methods used, the main focus so far has been on X-ray techniques, primarily X-ray fluorescence, absorption and diffraction, and Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy. We review here the use of these techniques from recent works published in the field demonstrating the breadth of applications and future potential offered by third generation synchrotron techniques. New developments in imaging and advanced spectroscopy, included in the UV/visible and IR ranges, could even broaden the variety of materials studied, in particular by fostering more studies on organic and complex organic-inorganic mixtures, while new support activities at synchrotron facilities might facilitate transfer of knowledge between synchrotron specialists and users from archaeology and cultural heritage sciences. |
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2011-11-25 |
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0947-8396 |
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1.455 |
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55 |
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; The authors acknowledge the critical reading by B. Berrie (National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA). We thank J. Mass (Conservation Department, Winterthur Museum and Country Estate, Winterthur, DE, USA), H. Roemich (Institute of Fine Arts, New York University, USA), J. Hiller (Non-Crystalline Diffraction Beamline, Diamond Light Source, Didcot, UK) and J.-P. Echard (Laboratoire de recherche et de restauration, Musee de la musique, Paris, France) for their comments on the presentation of their work in the manuscript. The IPANEMA platform is jointly developed by CNRS, MNHN, the French Ministry of Culture and Communication and SOLEIL, and benefits from a CPER grant (MESR, Region Ile-de-France). Support by the Access to Research Infrastructures activity in the 7th Framework Programme of the EU (CHARISMA Grant Agreement n. 228330) and the NWO Science4Arts programme are acknowledged. ; |
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Most recent IF: 1.455; 2012 IF: 1.545 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:99166 |
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Krupińska, B.; Worobiec, A.; Rotondo, G.G.; Novaković, V.; Kontozova, V.; Ro, C.-U.; Van Grieken, R.; De Wael, K. |
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Assessment of the air quality (NO2, SO2, O3 and particulate matter) in the Plantin-Moretus Museum/Print Room in Antwerp, Belgium, in different seasons of the year |
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A1 Journal article |
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2012 |
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Microchemical journal |
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Microchem J |
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102 |
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1 |
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49-53 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation); Laboratory Experimental Medicine and Pediatrics (LEMP) |
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The Plantin-Moretus Museum/Print Room in Antwerp, Belgium, gathers one of the most precious collections of typographical material and old printed books in the world. Rich decorations of this former printing-house and the history of the building itself underline its uniqueness. The cultural heritage (CH) objects collected in the museum, in particular books and manuscripts are vulnerable to the atmospheric pollution and can be irreversibly damaged. To assess the air quality inside the museum, four consecutive sampling campaigns were performed in each season of the year. The gas monitoring of nitrogen dioxide (NO2), sulphur dioxide (SO2) and ozone (O3) was carried out outside the building, in galleries and in showcases by means of using diffusive samplers. The particulate matter (PM) was collected in bulk form and as single particles and then analysed with use of energy dispersive X-ray fluorescence (EDXRF) and electron probe micro-analyser (EPMA), respectively. The museum complex turned out to show good protection against gaseous pollutants, especially SO2 and O3. The concentrations of these pollutants were significantly reduced inside the building in comparison to the outdoor ones. Similar protective character of the museum complex was established in case of the coarse fraction of PM; however with some limitations. Single particle analysis showed that the relative abundance of carbon-rich particles inside the museum was greater than outside. Moreover, these particles contributed more to the fine fraction of PM than to the coarse fraction. Therefore, for better preservation of cultural heritage, special attention should be paid to the small particles and their distribution within the museum. |
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2011-11-22 |
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0026-265x; 0026-265x |
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3.034 |
Times cited |
25 |
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; The presented work was realised in the frame of the project Preventive conservation/preservation in the museum Plantin-Moretus/Prentenkabinet, Antwerp, financed by the Flemish Government. Special thanks are due to Mrs Hanne Moris and Mrs Elke van Herck and all the staff of the Museum Plantin-Moretus/Print Room in Antwerp for their sincere interest in this work and their eager assistance during all the sampling campaigns. Barbara Krupinska is supported as PhD student by the Flemish Fund for Scientific Research (FWO, Belgium). ; |
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Most recent IF: 3.034; 2012 IF: 2.879 |
Call Number |
UA @ admin @ c:irua:94466 |
Serial |
5483 |
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Ao, Z.M.; Hernández-Nieves, A.D.; Peeters, F.M.; Li, S. |
Title |
The electric field as a novel switch for uptake/release of hydrogen for storage in nitrogen doped graphene |
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A1 Journal article |
Year |
2012 |
Publication |
Physical chemistry, chemical physics |
Abbreviated Journal |
Phys Chem Chem Phys |
Volume |
14 |
Issue |
4 |
Pages |
1463-1467 |
Keywords |
A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT) |
Abstract |
Nitrogen-doped graphene was recently synthesized and was reported to be a catalyst for hydrogen dissociative adsorption under a perpendicular applied electric field (F). In this work, the diffusion of H atoms on N-doped graphene, in the presence and absence of an applied perpendicular electric field, is studied using density functional theory. We demonstrate that the applied field can significantly facilitate the binding of hydrogen molecules on N-doped graphene through dissociative adsorption and diffusion on the surface. By removing the applied field the absorbed H atoms can be released efficiently. Our theoretical calculation indicates that N-doped graphene is a promising hydrogen storage material with reversible hydrogen adsorption/desorption where the applied electric field can act as a switch for the uptake/release processes. |
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Cambridge |
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000298754500018 |
Publication Date |
2011-11-21 |
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ISSN |
1463-9076;1463-9084; |
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Impact Factor |
4.123 |
Times cited |
67 |
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; Financial support of the Vice-Chancellor's Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Program (SIR50/PS19184) and the ECR grant (SIR30/PS24201) from the University of New South Wales are acknowledged. This work is also supported by the Flemish Science Foundation (FWO-Vl) and the Belgian Science Policy (IAP). ; |
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Most recent IF: 4.123; 2012 IF: 3.829 |
Call Number |
UA @ lucian @ c:irua:96266 |
Serial |
3578 |
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Casavola, M.; van Huis, M.A.; Bals, S.; Lambert, K.; Hens, Z.; Vanmaekelbergh, D. |
Title |
Anisotropic cation exchange in PbSe/CdSe core/shell nanocrystals of different geometry |
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A1 Journal article |
Year |
2012 |
Publication |
Chemistry of materials |
Abbreviated Journal |
Chem Mater |
Volume |
24 |
Issue |
2 |
Pages |
294-302 |
Keywords |
A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) |
Abstract |
We present a study of Cd2+-for-Pb2+ exchange in PbSe nanocrystals (NCs) with cube, star, and rod shapes. Prolonged temperature-activated cation exchange results in PbSe/CdSe heterostructured nanocrystals (HNCs) that preserve their specific overall shape, whereas the PbSe core is strongly faceted with dominance of {111} facets. Hence, cation exchange proceeds while the Se anion lattice is preserved, and well-defined {111}/{111} PbSe/CdSe interfaces develop. Interestingly, by quenching the reaction at different stages of the cation exchange new structures have been isolated, such as coreshell nanorods, CdSe rods that contain one or two separated PbSe dots and fully zinc blende CdSe nanorods. The crystallographically anisotropic cation exchange has been characterized by a combined HRTEM/HAADF-STEM study of heterointerface evolution over reaction time and temperature. Strikingly, Pb and Cd are only intermixed at the PbSe/CdSe interface. We propose a plausible model for the cation exchange based on a layer-by-layer replacement of Pb2+ by Cd2+ enabled by a vacancy-assisted cation migration mechanism. |
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Washington, D.C. |
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000299367500008 |
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2011-11-17 |
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ISSN |
0897-4756;1520-5002; |
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Impact Factor |
9.466 |
Times cited |
136 |
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Notes |
Esteem 026019 |
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Most recent IF: 9.466; 2012 IF: 8.238 |
Call Number |
UA @ lucian @ c:irua:94211 |
Serial |
124 |
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Goris, B.; van den Broek, W.; Batenburg, K.J.; Heidari Mezerji, H.; Bals, S. |
Title |
Electron tomography based on a total variation minimization reconstruction technique |
Type |
A1 Journal article |
Year |
2012 |
Publication |
Ultramicroscopy |
Abbreviated Journal |
Ultramicroscopy |
Volume |
113 |
Issue |
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Pages |
120-130 |
Keywords |
A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT); Vision lab |
Abstract |
The 3D reconstruction of a tilt series for electron tomography is mostly carried out using the weighted backprojection (WBP) algorithm or using one of the iterative algorithms such as the simultaneous iterative reconstruction technique (SIRT). However, it is known that these reconstruction algorithms cannot compensate for the missing wedge. Here, we apply a new reconstruction algorithm for electron tomography, which is based on compressive sensing. This is a field in image processing specialized in finding a sparse solution or a solution with a sparse gradient to a set of ill-posed linear equations. Therefore, it can be applied to electron tomography where the reconstructed objects often have a sparse gradient at the nanoscale. Using a combination of different simulated and experimental datasets, it is shown that missing wedge artefacts are reduced in the final reconstruction. Moreover, it seems that the reconstructed datasets have a higher fidelity and are easier to segment in comparison to reconstructions obtained by more conventional iterative algorithms. |
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Amsterdam |
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000300554400006 |
Publication Date |
2011-11-14 |
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Series Issue |
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Edition |
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ISSN |
0304-3991; |
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Impact Factor |
2.843 |
Times cited |
171 |
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Fwo |
Approved |
Most recent IF: 2.843; 2012 IF: 2.470 |
Call Number |
UA @ lucian @ c:irua:93637 |
Serial |
987 |
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Jalabert, D.; Pelloux-Gervais, D.; Béché, A.; Hartmann, J.M.; Gergaud, P.; Rouvière, J.L.; Canut, B. |
Title |
Depth strain profile with sub-nm resolution in a thin silicon film using medium energy ion scattering |
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A1 Journal article |
Year |
2012 |
Publication |
Physica Status Solidi A-Applications And Materials Science |
Abbreviated Journal |
Phys Status Solidi A |
Volume |
209 |
Issue |
2 |
Pages |
265-267 |
Keywords |
A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) |
Abstract |
The depth strain profile in silicon from the Si (001) substrate to the surface of a 2 nm thick Si/12 nm thick SiGe/bulk Si heterostructure has been determined by medium energy ion scattering (MEIS). It shows with sub-nanometer resolution and high strain sensitivity that the thin Si cap presents residual compressive strain caused by Ge diffusion coming from the fully strained SiGe layer underneath. The strain state of the SiGe buffer have been checked by X-ray diffraction (XRD) and nano-beam electron diffraction (NBED) measurements. |
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000303382700005 |
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2011-11-11 |
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Edition |
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ISSN |
1862-6300; |
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Impact Factor |
1.775 |
Times cited |
3 |
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Most recent IF: 1.775; 2012 IF: 1.469 |
Call Number |
UA @ lucian @ c:irua:136430 |
Serial |
4497 |
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Author |
Scalise, E.; Houssa, M.; Pourtois, G.; Afanas'ev, V.; Stesmans, A. |
Title |
Strain-induced semiconductor to metal transition in the two-dimensional honeycomb structure of MoS2 |
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A1 Journal article |
Year |
2012 |
Publication |
Nano Research |
Abbreviated Journal |
Nano Res |
Volume |
5 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
43-48 |
Keywords |
A1 Journal article; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) |
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The electronic properties of two-dimensional honeycomb structures of molybdenum disulfide (MoS(2)) subjected to biaxial strain have been investigated using first-principles calculations based on density functional theory. On applying compressive or tensile bi-axial strain on bi-layer and mono-layer MoS(2), the electronic properties are predicted to change from semiconducting to metallic. These changes present very interesting possibilities for engineering the electronic properties of two-dimensional structures of MoS(2). |
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000299085200006 |
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2011-11-10 |
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ISSN |
1998-0124;1998-0000; |
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Impact Factor |
7.354 |
Times cited |
407 |
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Most recent IF: 7.354; 2012 IF: 7.392 |
Call Number |
UA @ lucian @ c:irua:96262 |
Serial |
3169 |
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Xu, Q.; Zandbergen, H.W.; van Dyck, D. |
Title |
Imaging from atomic structure to electronic structure |
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A1 Journal article |
Year |
2012 |
Publication |
Micron |
Abbreviated Journal |
Micron |
Volume |
43 |
Issue |
4 |
Pages |
524-531 |
Keywords |
A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT); Vision lab |
Abstract |
This paper discusses the possibility of retrieving the electron distribution (with highlighted valence electron distribution information) of materials from recorded HREM images. This process can be achieved by solving two inverse problems: reconstruction of the exit wave and reconstruction of the electron distribution from exit waves. The first inverse problem can be solved using a focal series reconstruction method. We show that the second inverse problem can be solved by combining a series of exit waves recorded at different thickness conditions. This process is designed based on an improved understanding of the dynamical scattering process. It also explains the fundamental difficulty of obtaining the valence electron distribution information and the basis of our solution. |
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Oxford |
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000301702400005 |
Publication Date |
2011-11-05 |
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0968-4328; |
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Impact Factor |
1.98 |
Times cited |
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Fwo |
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Most recent IF: 1.98; 2012 IF: 1.876 |
Call Number |
UA @ lucian @ c:irua:93634 |
Serial |
1553 |
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Van Aert, S.; van den Broek, W.; Goos, P.; van Dyck, D. |
Title |
Model-based electron microscopy : from images toward precise numbers for unknown structure parameters |
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A1 Journal article |
Year |
2012 |
Publication |
Micron |
Abbreviated Journal |
Micron |
Volume |
43 |
Issue |
4 |
Pages |
509-515 |
Keywords |
A1 Journal article; Engineering Management (ENM); Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT); Vision lab |
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Statistical parameter estimation theory is proposed as a method to quantify electron microscopy images. It aims at obtaining precise and accurate values for the unknown structure parameters including, for example, atomic column positions and types. In this theory, observations are purely considered as data planes, from which structure parameters have to be determined using a parametric model describing the images. The method enables us to measure positions of atomic columns with a precision of the order of a few picometers even though the resolution of the electron microscope is one or two orders of magnitude larger. Moreover, small differences in averaged atomic number, which cannot be distinguished visually, can be quantified using high-angle annular dark field scanning transmission electron microscopy images. Finally, it is shown how to optimize the experimental design so as to attain the highest precision. As an example, the optimization of the probe size for nanoparticle radius measurements is considered. It is also shown how to quantitatively balance signal-to-noise ratio and resolution by adjusting the probe size. |
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Oxford |
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000301702400003 |
Publication Date |
2011-11-03 |
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0968-4328; |
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Additional Links |
UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
Impact Factor |
1.98 |
Times cited |
7 |
Open Access |
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Fwo |
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Most recent IF: 1.98; 2012 IF: 1.876 |
Call Number |
UA @ lucian @ c:irua:94114 |
Serial |
2099 |
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Verbeeck, J.; Tian, H.; Béché, A. |
Title |
A new way of producing electron vortex probes for STEM |
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A1 Journal article |
Year |
2012 |
Publication |
Ultramicroscopy |
Abbreviated Journal |
Ultramicroscopy |
Volume |
113 |
Issue |
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Pages |
83-87 |
Keywords |
A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) |
Abstract |
A spiral holographic aperture is used in the condensor plane of a scanning transmission electron microscope to produce a focussed electron vortex probe carrying a topological charge of either −1, 0 or +1. The spiral aperture design has a major advantage over the previously used forked aperture in that the three beams with topological charge m=−1, 0, and 1 are not side by side in the specimen plane, but rather on top of each other, focussed at different heights. This allows us to have only one selected beam in focus on the sample while the others contribute only to a background signal. In this paper we describe the working principle as well as first experimental results demonstrating atomic resolution HAADF STEM images obtained with electron vortex probes. These results pave the way for atomic resolution magnetic information when combined with electron energy loss spectroscopy. |
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Amsterdam |
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000300554400002 |
Publication Date |
2011-10-31 |
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0304-3991; |
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UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
Impact Factor |
2.843 |
Times cited |
62 |
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J.V. wants to thank Miles Padgett for suggesting this setup and pointing to the relevant optics literature. Peter Schattschneider is acknowledged for in depth discussions on related topics. J.V acknowledges funding from the European Research Council under the 7th Framework Program (FP7), ERC Grant no. 46791-COUN-TATOMS and ERC Starting Grant no. 278510 VORTEX. The Qu-Ant-EM microscope is partially funded by the Hercules fund of the Flemish Government. ECASJO_; |
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Most recent IF: 2.843; 2012 IF: 2.470 |
Call Number |
UA @ lucian @ c:irua:93624UA @ admin @ c:irua:93624 |
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2336 |
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Oprya, M.; Kiro, S.; Worobiec, A.; Horemans, B.; Darchuk, L.; Novakovic, V.; Ennan, A.; Van Grieken, R. |
Title |
Size distribution and chemical properties of welding fumes of inhalable particles |
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A1 Journal article |
Year |
2012 |
Publication |
Journal of aerosol science |
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45 |
Issue |
1 |
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50-57 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation); Laboratory Experimental Medicine and Pediatrics (LEMP) |
Abstract |
The goal of the present study was to analyze the relationship between the fume formation rate, welding conditions, chemical composition of welding fume particles and their size. In the range from 0.25 to 16 μm aerodynamic diameter, three distinct types of welding fume particles were identified in the welder's breathing zone. The elemental composition of each type depended completely on the used welding materials, and reflects their mechanism of formation. Their relative abundance in the welding fume appeared to be dependent on the electrode coating, as well as the heat input during welding. |
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000300140000005 |
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2011-10-26 |
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0021-8502; 1879-1964 |
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no |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:93184 |
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8544 |
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De Schepper, V.C.J.; Holvoet, K.M.A.; Benedetti, L.; Seuntjens, P.; Vanrolleghem, P.A. |
Title |
Extension of the river water quality model no. 1 with the fate of pesticides |
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A1 Journal article |
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2012 |
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Journal of hydroinformatics |
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14 |
Issue |
1 |
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48-64 |
Keywords |
A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Sustainable Energy, Air and Water Technology (DuEL) |
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The existing River Water Quality Model No. 1 (RWQM1) was extended with processes determining the fate of non-volatile pesticides in the water phase and sediments. The exchange of pesticides between the water column and the sediment is described by three transport processes: diffusion, sedimentation and resuspension. Burial of sediments is also included. The modified model was used to simulate the concentrations of diuron and chloridazon in the river Nil. A good agreement was found between the simulated pesticide concentrations and measured values resulting from a four-month intensive monitoring campaign. The simulation results indicate that pesticide concentrations in the bulk water are not sensitive to the selected biochemical model parameters. it seems that these concentrations are mainly determined by the imposed upstream concentrations, run-off and direct losses. The high concentrations in the bulk water were not observed in the sediment pore water due to a limited exchange between the water column and the sediment. According to a sensitivity analysis, the observed pesticide concentrations are highly sensitive to the diffusion and sorption coefficients. Therefore, model users should determine these parameters with accuracy in order to reduce the degree of uncertainty in their results. |
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000298618300004 |
Publication Date |
2011-10-25 |
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ISSN |
1464-7141 |
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no |
Call Number |
UA @ admin @ c:irua:96257 |
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7954 |
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Kuznetsov, A.S.; Cuong, N.T.; Tikhomirov, V.K.; Jivanescu, M.; Stesmans, A.; Chibotaru, L.F.; Velázquez, J.J.; Rodríguez, V.D.; Kirilenko, D.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Moshchalkov, V.V. |
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Effect of heat-treatment on luminescence and structure of Ag nanoclusters doped oxyfluoride glasses and implication for fiber drawing |
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A1 Journal article |
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2012 |
Publication |
Optical materials |
Abbreviated Journal |
Opt Mater |
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34 |
Issue |
4 |
Pages |
616-621 |
Keywords |
A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) |
Abstract |
The effect of heat treatment on the structure and luminescence of Ag nanoclusters doped oxyfluoride glasses was studied and the implication for drawing the corresponding fibers doped with luminescent Ag nanoclusters has been proposed. The heat treatment results, first, in condensation of the Ag nanoclusters into larger Ag nanoparticles and loss of Ag luminescence, and further heat treatment results in precipitation of a luminescent-loss nano- and microcrystalline Ag phases onto the surface of the glass. Thus, the oxyfluoride fiber doped with luminescent Ag nanoclusters was pulled from the viscous glass melt and its attenuation loss was 0.19 dB/cm in the red part of the spectrum; i.e. near to the maximum of Ag nanoclusters luminescence band. The nucleation centers for the Ag nanoclusters in oxyfluoride glasses have been suggested to be the fluorine vacancies and their nanoclusters. |
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Amsterdam |
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000300124500006 |
Publication Date |
2011-10-18 |
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Edition |
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ISSN |
0925-3467; |
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Impact Factor |
2.238 |
Times cited |
25 |
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Methusalem |
Approved |
Most recent IF: 2.238; 2012 IF: 1.918 |
Call Number |
UA @ lucian @ c:irua:93632 |
Serial |
811 |
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Van Passel, S.; Meul, M. |
Title |
Multilevel and multi-user sustainability assessment of farming systems |
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A1 Journal article |
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2012 |
Publication |
Environmental Impact Assessment Review |
Abbreviated Journal |
Environ Impact Asses |
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32 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
170-180 |
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A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology |
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Sustainability assessment is needed to build sustainable farming systems. A broad range of sustainability concepts, methodologies and applications already exists. They differ in level, focus, orientation, measurement, scale, presentation and intended end-users. In this paper we illustrate that a smart combination of existing methods with different levels of application can make sustainability assessment more profound, and that it can broaden the insights of different end-user groups. An overview of sustainability assessment tools on different levels and for different end-users shows the complementarities and the opportunities of using different methods. In a case-study, a combination of the sustainable value approach (SVA) and MOTIFS is used to perform a sustainability evaluation of farming systems in Flanders. SVA is used to evaluate sustainability at sector level, and is especially useful to support policy makers, while MOTIFS is used to support and guide farmers towards sustainability at farm level. The combined use of the two methods with complementary goals can widen the insights of both farmers and policy makers, without losing the particularities of the different approaches. To stimulate and support further research and applications, we propose guidelines for multilevel and multi-user sustainability assessments. |
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000297874000020 |
Publication Date |
2011-09-21 |
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ISSN |
0195-9255 |
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Impact Factor |
3.094 |
Times cited |
49 |
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Most recent IF: 3.094; 2012 IF: 1.851 |
Call Number |
UA @ admin @ c:irua:94186 |
Serial |
6231 |
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Corthals, S.; van Noyen, J.; Geboers, J.; Vosch, T.; Liang, D.; Ke, X.; Hofkens, J.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Jacobs, P.; Sels, B. |
Title |
The beneficial effect of CO2 in the low temperature synthesis of high quality carbon nanofibers and thin multiwalled carbon nanotubes from CH_{4} over Ni catalysts |
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A1 Journal article |
Year |
2012 |
Publication |
Carbon |
Abbreviated Journal |
Carbon |
Volume |
50 |
Issue |
2 |
Pages |
372-384 |
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A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) |
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A low temperature chemical vapor deposition method is described for converting CH4 into high-quality carbon nanofibers (CNFs) using a Ni catalyst supported on either spinel or perovskite oxides in the presence of CO2. The addition of CO2 has a significant influence on CNF purity and stability, while the CNF diameter distribution is significantly narrowed. Ultimately, the addition of CO2 changes the CNF structure from fishbone fibers to thin multiwalled carbon nanotubes. A new in situ cooling principle taking into account dry reforming chemistry and thermodynamics is introduced to account for the structural effects of CO2. |
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Oxford |
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000297397700004 |
Publication Date |
2011-09-01 |
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0008-6223; |
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Impact Factor |
6.337 |
Times cited |
26 |
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Iwt; Iap |
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Most recent IF: 6.337; 2012 IF: 5.868 |
Call Number |
UA @ lucian @ c:irua:93626 |
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228 |
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Fang, C.M.; van Huis, M.A.; Zandbergen, H.W. |
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Stability and structures of the CFCC-TmC phases : a first-principles study |
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A1 Journal article |
Year |
2012 |
Publication |
Computational materials science |
Abbreviated Journal |
Comp Mater Sci |
Volume |
51 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
146-150 |
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A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) |
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The η-M6C, γ-M23C6, and π-M11C2 phases (M = Cr, Mn and Fe) have complex cubic lattices with lattice parameters of approximately 1.0 nm. They belong to the CFCC-TmC family (complex face-centered cubic transition metal carbides), display a rich variety of crystal structures, and play in important role in iron alloys and steels. Here we show that first-principles calculations predict high stability for the γ-M23C6 and η-M6C phases, and instability for the π-M11C2 phases, taking into account various compositional and structural possibilities. The calculations also show a wide variety in magnetic properties. The Cr-containing phases were found to be non-magnetic and the Fe-phases to be ferromagnetic, while the Mn-containing phases were found to be either ferrimagnetic or non-magnetic. Details of the local atomic structures, and the formation and stability of these precipitates in alloys are discussed. |
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000296214300020 |
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2011-08-29 |
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0927-0256; |
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Impact Factor |
2.292 |
Times cited |
18 |
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Most recent IF: 2.292; 2012 IF: 1.878 |
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UA @ lucian @ c:irua:93277 |
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3119 |
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Sels, D.; Brosens, F.; Magnus, W. |
Title |
Classical trajectories : a powerful tool for solving tunneling problems |
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A1 Journal article |
Year |
2012 |
Publication |
Physica: A : theoretical and statistical physics |
Abbreviated Journal |
Physica A |
Volume |
391 |
Issue |
1/2 |
Pages |
78-81 |
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A1 Journal article; Theory of quantum systems and complex systems; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT) |
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In the realm of Ehrenfests theorem, classical trajectories obeying Newtons laws have been proven useful to construct explicit solutions to the time-dependent WignerLiouville equation. Whereas previous works have particularly focused on the initial distribution function as a vehicle found to carry the signatures of quantum statistics into the time-dependent solution, the present paper shows that the LagrangeCharpit method based on classical trajectories can be successfully invoked as well to tackle quantum mechanical features with no classical counterpart, such as tunneling. |
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Amsterdam |
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000297230700010 |
Publication Date |
2011-08-25 |
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0378-4371; |
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Impact Factor |
2.243 |
Times cited |
7 |
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Most recent IF: 2.243; 2012 IF: 1.676 |
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UA @ lucian @ c:irua:92359 |
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370 |
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De Wael, K.; Bashir, Q.; van Vlierberghe, S.; Dubruel, P.; Heering, H.A.; Adriaens, A. |
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Electrochemical determination of hydrogen peroxide with cytochrome c peroxidase and horse heart cytochrome c entrapped in a gelatin hydrogel |
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A1 Journal article |
Year |
2012 |
Publication |
Bioelectrochemistry: an international journal devoted to electrochemical aspects of biology and biological aspects of electrochemistry |
Abbreviated Journal |
Bioelectrochemistry |
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83 |
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15-18 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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A novel and versatile method, based on a membrane-free enzyme electrode in which both the enzyme and a mediator protein are entrapped in a gelatine hydrogel was developed for the fabrication of biosensors. As a proof of principle, we prepared a hydrogen peroxide biosensor by successfully entrapping both horse heart cytochrome c (HHC) and Saccharomyces cerevisae cytochrome c peroxidase (CCP) in a gelatin matrix which is immobilized on a gold electrode. This electrode was first pretreated with 6-mercaptohexanol. The biosensor displayed a rapid response and an expanded linear response range from 0 to 0.3 mM (R = 0.987) with a detection limit of 1 × 10− 5 M in a HEPES buffer solution (pH 7.0). This method of encapsulation is now further investigated for industrial biosensor applications. |
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000297962500003 |
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2011-08-03 |
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1567-5394 |
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Impact Factor |
3.346 |
Times cited |
31 |
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; Karolien De Wael is grateful to the Research Foundation-Flanders (FWO, Belgium) for her postdoctoral fellowship. ; |
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Most recent IF: 3.346; 2012 IF: 3.947 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:92067 |
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5589 |
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Özen, M.; Mertens, M.; Luyten, J.; Snijkers, F.; d' Hondt, H.; Cool, P. |
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Hydrothermal synthesis of carbonate-free submicron-sized barium titanate from an amorphous precursor : synthesis and characterization |
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A1 Journal article |
Year |
2012 |
Publication |
Ceramics international |
Abbreviated Journal |
Ceram Int |
Volume |
38 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
619-625 |
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A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT); Laboratory of adsorption and catalysis (LADCA) |
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In this paper, the amorphous barium titanate precursor was prepared by the peroxo-hydroxide method and post-treated by various drying procedures, such as: room temperature drying, room temperature vacuum drying and vacuum drying at 50 degrees C. The objective in the latter two treatments was to increase the Ti-O-Ba bonds of the precursor. The post-treated precursors were compared with the untreated (i.e., 'wet') precursor. Also, a barium titanate precursor was prepared by an alkoxide route. Afterwards, the precursors were hydrothermally treated at 200 degrees C in a 10 M NaOH solution. Vacuum drying of the precursor seemingly promoted the formation of Ti-O-Ti bonds in the hydrothermal end-product. The low Ba:Ti ratio (0.66) of the alkoxide-route prepared precursor lead to a multi-phase hydrothermal product with BaTiO(3) as the main phase. In contrast, phase pure BaTiO(3), i.e. without BaCO(3) contamination, was obtained for the precursor which was dried at room temperature. Cube-shaped and highly crystalline BaTiO(3) particles were observed by electron microscopy for the hydrothermally treated peroxo-hydroxide-route prepared precursor. (C) 2011 Elsevier Ltd and Techna Group S.r.l. All rights reserved. |
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Barking |
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000298766900083 |
Publication Date |
2011-08-02 |
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0272-8842; |
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Impact Factor |
2.986 |
Times cited |
14 |
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Most recent IF: 2.986; 2012 IF: 1.789 |
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UA @ lucian @ c:irua:96263 |
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1541 |
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Cabal Rodríguez, A.E.; Leyva Pernia, D.; Schalm, O.; van Espen, P.J.M. |
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Possibilities of energy-resolved X-ray radiography for the investigation of paintings |
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A1 Journal article |
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2012 |
Publication |
Analytical and bioanalytical chemistry |
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402 |
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4 |
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1471-1480 |
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A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) |
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X-ray radiographic images of paintings often show little or no contrast. In order to increase the contrast in radiographic images we measured the X-ray spectrum of a low power X-ray tube, after passing through the painting, with a high energy-resolution SDD detector. To obtain images, the detector is collimated with a 400 mu m diameter pinhole and the painting was moved through the beam in the x and y-direction using a dwell time of a few seconds per pixel. The data obtained consists of a data cube of, typically, 200 x 200 pixels and a 512-channel X-ray spectrum for each pixel, spanning the energy range from 0 to 40 keV. Having the absorbance spectrum available for each pixel, we are able, a posteriori, to produce images by edge subtraction for any given element. In this way high contrast, element-specific, images can be obtained. Because of the high energy-resolution a much simpler edge subtraction algorithm can be applied. We also used principal-component imaging to obtain, in a more automated way, images with high contrast. Some of these images can easily be attributed to specific elements. It turns out that preprocessing of the spectral data is crucial for the success of the multivariate image processing. |
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000299842000008 |
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2011-07-14 |
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1618-2642; 1618-2650 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:96200 |
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8394 |
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Vernimmen, J.; Meynen, V.; Mertens, M.; Lebedev, O.I.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Cool, P. |
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Formation of a Ti-siliceous trimodal material with macroholes, mesopores and zeolitic features via a one-pot templating synthesis |
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A1 Journal article |
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2012 |
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Journal of porous materials |
Abbreviated Journal |
J Porous Mat |
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19 |
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2 |
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153-160 |
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A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT); Laboratory of adsorption and catalysis (LADCA) |
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Based on a facile one-pot templating synthesis, using a TS-1 zeolite recipe whereby part of the zeolite structure directing agent is replaced by a mesopore templating agent, a trimodal material is formed. The resulting meso-TSM material combines mesoporosity (Ti-MCM-41) with zeolitic features (TS-1) and a unique sheet-like morphology with uniform macroporous voids (macroholes). Moreover, the macrohole formation, mesoporosity and zeolitic properties of the meso-TSM material can be controlled in a straightforward way by adjusting the length of the hydrothermal treatment. This newly developed material may imply great potential for catalytic redox applications and diffusion limitated processes because of its highly tunable character in all three dimensions (micro-, meso- and macroporous scale). |
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Kluwer Academic |
Place of Publication |
Boston, Mass. |
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000301187600002 |
Publication Date |
2011-03-28 |
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1380-2224;1573-4854; |
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Impact Factor |
1.624 |
Times cited |
2 |
Open Access |
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Notes |
Fwo; Goa |
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Most recent IF: 1.624; 2012 IF: 1.348 |
Call Number |
UA @ lucian @ c:irua:88367 |
Serial |
1257 |
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