A clinical trial found that vitamin D3 nanoemulsion significantly improved core symptoms of autism spectrum disorder in children, including language development and adaptive behavior. The nanoemulsion form was shown to be more effective than conventional oral supplementation.
A newly developed microfluidic point-of-care device has been tested on a small cohort of patients, demonstrating strong correlation with laboratory measurements and high diagnostic performance. The device offers a promising alternative for bilirubin testing in resource-limited settings.
A computational study found amygdalin to be a promising therapeutic agent for HER2-positive breast cancer. The compound shows favorable binding energies and induces structural changes in the HER2 protein, suggesting its potential to suppress cancer-promoting activity.
Researchers developed breathable and protective HPPT materials with micro/nano-network structures, balancing protection and comfort in medical clothing. The new materials demonstrate exceptional performance, positioning them as promising candidates for next-generation healthcare and wearable protection.
Researchers developed frequency-responsive supercapacitors using h-MXene/C electrodes, which overcome TENG-SC hybrid system compatibility issues. The study demonstrates efficient pulse charging and AC line filtering capabilities, paving the way for self-powered electronics and high-performance energy storage materials.
Researchers at Shanghai Jiao Tong University have made a groundbreaking discovery in organic solar cells, achieving 20% power conversion efficiency using non-halogenated solvents. The team's novel additive engineering strategy enables precise control of film morphology, leading to enhanced crystallinity and long-term stability.
Researchers have developed an innovative ASPIRE cooler that leverages a dual-alignment structure within a hygroscopic hydrogel to achieve high-power passive daytime cooling. The study reveals the potential for this technology to enable sustainable cooling solutions for various applications.
Researchers from Shanghai Jiao Tong University have developed high-energy, stable all-solid-state lithium batteries using aluminum-based anodes and high-nickel cathodes. The study aims to address the challenges of electrode-electrolyte interface instability and achieve long-term cycling stability in these batteries.
Researchers have developed single-atom nanozymes to monitor and control environmental pollutants. These nanozymes show great potential in addressing environmental challenges due to their innovative design and mechanisms.
Researchers developed Se-regulated MnS porous nanocubes encapsulated in carbon nanofibers for high-performance sodium-ion batteries. These novel anode materials show significant improvements in electrochemical performance, making them a promising candidate for high-energy-density SIBs.
The researchers developed a multifunctional phase-change composite that integrates multiple energy conversion capabilities with superior EMI shielding. The novel composite combines solar-thermal, thermoelectric, electrothermal, and magnetothermal energy conversion with high EMI shielding effectiveness.
Researchers have developed thermally conductive Ti3C2Tx fibers with superior electrical conductivity through interfacial covalent crosslinking. These fibers exhibit exceptional mechanical, electrical, and thermal properties, making them suitable for advanced applications.
Researchers developed a Janus smart window that achieves dual electro-thermal collaborative control for improved thermoregulation, making it a promising solution for energy-efficient buildings. The innovative window offers superior thermoregulation capabilities, reducing energy consumption and enhancing environmental sustainability.
The study finds that investors are increasingly pricing carbon risk, with market participants responding to regulatory signals and growing environmental awareness. This evolution in investor behavior has significant implications for corporate disclosure, capital allocation, and the transition toward sustainable finance.
A highly aligned and compact MXene film exhibits exceptional electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding effectiveness across ultra-broadband frequencies. The innovative film, developed by Professor Xuchun Gui's team, demonstrates infrared stealth capabilities making it a promising candidate for advanced stealth applications.
The study investigates how digital finance impacts household carbon emissions and finds robust evidence that it is a powerful tool to reduce carbon footprints. It highlights the value of expanding digital financial infrastructure, improving financial literacy, and tailoring low-carbon policies to different types of households.
A study analyzing China's emissions trading system finds that it increases financing pressures on high-carbon firms, particularly privately owned or financially constrained ones. This dynamic may hinder their green transition and overall competitiveness.
This comprehensive review explores the latest advancements in smart textiles for personalized sports and healthcare, integrating sensing and monitoring capabilities into traditional fabrics. The research highlights their potential to transform wearable devices and enhance human performance.
Researchers developed a bi-layered coating that addresses traditional flame-retardant limitations, providing immediate and prolonged fire resistance. The innovative design offers superior protection for polymeric and metallic substrates with minimal thickness.
Conjugated polymers (CPs) offer unique advantages in modern electronics and photonics, featuring high flexibility and solution processability. Recent advancements and future prospects are highlighted in a comprehensive review exploring their role in nanoelectronics and photonics.
Researchers developed a novel flexible PTE photodetector that combines electrical and optical signal generation, advancing human–machine collaborative infrared imaging. The device demonstrates improved flexibility and autonomy without external instruments.
Researchers have developed Shadow-Assisted Sidewall Emission (SASE), a novel method to create submicron linewidth light sources using normal UV photolithography. This breakthrough enables the fabrication of high-resolution light sources for various scientific and technological fields.
Researchers discovered two-band superconductivity in rhombohedral ZrNCl, exceeding previous reports, and found a large diffusivity ratio suggesting weaker intraband scattering. The material exhibits bulk superconductivity with strong vortex pinning and decoupled rotational symmetry.
The review highlights the potential of hydrogel electrolytes to create rechargeable zinc-ion batteries that can withstand extreme temperatures, mechanical deformations, and environmental damages. Hydrogel electrolyte technology paves the way for next-generation energy storage devices.
Researchers from Shanghai Jiao Tong University develop innovative solutions to enhance performance and reduce costs in PEM fuel cells and water electrolysis. The study addresses critical oxygen transport challenges, paving the way for high-performance, low-cost hydrogen technologies.
A new study reveals that OECD countries are not converging in energy diversification, financial development, and per-capita income, but instead formulating their own development paths. The research identifies 'convergence clubs' of countries with similar trajectories, suggesting a need for tailored policymaking approaches.
A new study uses multilayer network analysis to investigate the interconnectedness between financial sectors and new energy companies in China. The research provides a more granular understanding of systemic risk propagation between critical sectors, offering insights into monitoring financial stability during green transformation.
The study examines how ESG lending and technology investment impact BRICS banking performance, offering timely guidance for banks and policymakers. It analyzes the effects of high-ESG firms and borrowers' technology-related capital expenditures on return on risk-weighted assets and non-performing loans.
A recent study demonstrates a transformative approach to enhance sodium-ion battery performance by incorporating lithium salt into the electrolyte. The formation of a robust SEI layer and stabilization of the O3-type cathode surface significantly improve cycleability and capacity retention.
A comprehensive cost-effectiveness analysis of perovskite solar cells offers insights into their potential to outperform crystalline silicon ones. The study highlights the need for improvements in efficiency, yield, and stability, as well as reduced materials and equipment costs.
Researchers from Shanghai Jiao Tong University develop low-power memristors for neuromorphic computing, overcoming traditional architecture limitations. The innovative design features and applications of these devices hold promise for future advancements in computing technology.
Researchers review how geometry engineering improves c-Si's mechanical properties, allowing for high-performance soft electronics. Silicon nanowires with enhanced flexibility, superior mechanical properties, and excellent electrical performance are poised to transform the landscape of flexible electronics.
A new study found that remotely supervised exercise programs can significantly improve cognitive function in older adults with MCI. The research highlights the potential of home-based exercise interventions in preventing cognitive decline.
Researchers developed an intelligent biosensing platform based on luminescent nanoparticles and a microfluidic biochip with machine vision algorithm analysis for efficient tumor marker detection. The platform offers high sensitivity, noninvasive sampling, and portable design for early cancer screening and monitoring.
Researchers discover trisulfur radicals as powerful catalysts to boost electrochemical performance of lithium-sulfur batteries. The discovery addresses long-standing challenges, such as the shuttle effect and electrode passivation, making LSBs more viable for widespread adoption.
A new study suggests that analyzing brain network activity and inflammation levels could help tailor more effective therapies for teens and young adults with depression. Researchers found two distinct brain network patterns, with one subgroup showing improved cognitive function after receiving intermittent theta burst stimulation treat...
Researchers at Shanghai Jiao Tong University developed a novel hydrothermal CO2 methanation process using a non-precious Co@ZnO catalyst, achieving 100% conversion of CO2 to methane under optimized conditions. This innovation offers a sustainable and efficient solution for CO2 utilization in sustainable energy production.
The article reviews sustainable materials for terahertz functional devices, highlighting their potential in wireless communication, biomedical diagnostics, and environmental sensing. Researchers emphasize the need for cross-disciplinary collaboration to overcome challenges and develop hybrid organic-inorganic systems.
Researchers developed an anisotropic thermoelectric aerogel inspired by human muscle, enabling directional heat transport and electrical conductivity. The material converts heat gradients into electrical signals without external power, providing real-time temperature monitoring.
This study investigates the relationship between climate policy uncertainty and corporate environmental, social, and governance performance in Chinese listed companies. It identifies actionable strategies for firms to enhance resilience and mitigate risks in a rapidly changing regulatory landscape.
Researchers analyzed climate indices and found non-linear relationships with cryptocurrency volatility, using a fuzzy logic model to capture chaotic market responses. The study highlights the need for climate considerations in financial stability frameworks, particularly for cryptocurrencies.
The study found no overall convergence among OECD countries, but identified convergence clubs for each factor. Technological progress significantly improves per capita income and energy diversification, while financial development has a bi-directional relationship with energy diversification.
The study analyzed the causal impact of digital infrastructure on debt costs using China's 'BroadBand China' policy. Key findings show that digital infrastructure increases corporate debt costs, highlighting its dual significance for businesses and policymakers.
State capital participation in China boosts corporate environmental engagement, leading to increased environmental responsibility among private firms. The study sheds light on the critical role of state involvement in corporate environmental commitment.
Research found that Atp6v0d2 deficiency can partially compensate for the loss of Mcoln1, improving fertility. The study used a double-knockout mouse model and observed normal mating behavior but reduced fertility in some mice.
A groundbreaking study reveals how China's 2009 banking deregulation reshaped risk-taking behavior among financial institutions while expanding credit access for small businesses. Deregulation enhanced long-term credit availability in underserved regions, demonstrating financial liberalization's dual role.
A recent study found that C5aR1 inhibition can slow endometriosis progression by altering the behavior of immune cells. Researchers used PMX-53 to block the C5aR1 receptor, reducing macrophages with an M2 phenotype and promoting an M1 state.
Depressive symptoms among older stroke survivors in China were found to be prevalent, with central symptoms including feeling blue, nervousness, and loneliness. These symptoms had a significant negative impact on quality of life.
A new study predicts the invasive snail Physella acuta will thrive in southern China but face increased risk in northern regions, underscoring the need for targeted monitoring and control strategies. The study highlights the need for coordinated efforts to mitigate the ecological and economic impacts of this formidable invader.
The Lawa model in Thailand has effectively controlled liver fluke infection through a one health approach combining human, animal, and environmental interventions. Over 15 years, the model reduced human infection rates to below 5% and eliminated infections in fish and snail intermediate hosts.