Reduced electron recombination of dye-sensitized solar cells based on TiO 2 spheres consisting of ultrathin nanosheets with [001] facet exposed

An anatase TiO 2 material with hierarchically structured spheres consisting of ultrathin nanosheets with 100% of the [001] facet exposed was employed to fabricate dye-sensitized solar cells (DSC s). Investigation of the electron transport and back reaction of the DSCs by electrochemical impedance spectroscopy showed that the spheres had a threefold lower electron recombination rate compared to the conventional TiO 2 nanoparticles. In contrast, the effective electron diffusion coefficient, D n, was not sensitive to the variation of the TiO 2 morphology. The TiO 2 spheres showed the same Dn as that of the nanoparticles. The influence of TiCl 4 post-treatment on the conduction band of the TiO 2 spheres and on the kinetics of electron transport and back reactions was also investigated. It was found that the TiCl 4 post-treatment caused a downward shift of the TiO 2 conduction band edge by 30 meV. Meanwhile, a fourfold increase of the effective electron lifetime of the DSC was also observed after TiCl4 treatment. The synergistic effect of the variation of the TiO 2 conduction band and the electron recombination determined the open-circuit voltage of the DSC. © 2012 Wang et al.

Informed learning in online environments : supporting the higher education curriculum beyond Web 2.0

As boundaries between physical and online learning spaces become increasingly blurred in higher education, how can students gain full benefit of Web 2.0 social media and mobile technologies for learning? How can we, as information professionals and educators, best support the information literacy learning needs of students who are universally mobile and Google-focused? This chapter presents informed learning (Bruce, 2008) as a pedagogical construct with potential to support learning across the higher education curriculum, for Web 2.0 and beyond. After outlining the principles of informed learning and how they may enrich the higher education curriculum, we explain the role of library and information professionals in promoting informed learning for Web 2.0 and beyond. Then, by way of illustration, we describe recent experience at an American university where librarians simultaneously learned about and applied informed learning principles in reshaping the information literacy program.

Transforaminal versus intra-articular facet steroid injections for the treatment of cervical radiculopathy : a randomized, double-blinded, controlled study.

Cette étude a été subventionnée par le Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQ-S, grant # 21230 – 2)

Plan de acción Petroductos Ltda. Enero 2.003- Diciembre 2.004

Toda empresa debe buscar su permanencia en el tiempo y el éxito o fracaso de ese propósito depende de la manera en que la organización anticipe el futuro basada en su experiencia, el conocimiento de su objeto, su entorno, sus limitantes y capacidades

Vitamin D and sun protection : the impact of mixed public health messages in Australia

Exposure of the skin to sunlight can cause skin cancer and is also necessary for cutaneous vitamin D production. Media reports have highlighted the purported health benefits of vitamin D. Our aim was to examine attitudes and behaviours related to sun protection and vitamin D. A cross-sectional study of 2,001 residents in Queensland, Australia aged 20-70 years was undertaken. Information collected included: skin cancer risk factors; perceptions about levels of sun exposure required to maintain vitamin D; belief that sun protection increases risk of vitamin D deficiency; intention, and actual change in sun protection practices for adults and children. Multivariate models examined predictors of attitudinal and behavioural change. One-third (32%) believed a fair-skinned adult, and 31% thought a child required at least 30 minutes per day in summer sun to maintain vitamin D levels. Reductions in sun protection were reported by 21% of adults and 14% of children. Factors associated with belief that sun protection may result in not obtaining enough vitamin D included aged ≥ 60 years (OR=1.35, 95% CI 1.09-1.66) and having skin that tanned easily (OR=1.96, 95% CI 1.38-2.78). Participants from low income households, and those who frequently used sun protective clothing were more likely to have reduced sun protection practices (OR=1.33, 95% CI 1.10-1.73 and OR=1.73, 95% CI 1.36-2.20, respectively). This study provides evidence of reductions in sun protection practices in a population living in a high UV environment. There is an urgent need to re-focus messages regarding sun exposure and for continued sun protection practices.

Knowledge about health benefits of Vitamin D in Queensland Australia

In Queensland, Australia, the ultraviolet (UV) radiation levels are high (greater than UV Index 3) almost all year round. Although ambient UV is about three times higher in summer compared to winter, Queensland residents receive approximately equal personal doses of UV radiation within these seasons (Neale et al., 2010). Sun protection messages throughout the year are thus essential (Montague et al., 2001), need to reach all segments of the population, and should incorporate guidelines for maintenance of adequate vitamin D levels. Knowledge is an essential requirement to allow people to make health conscious decisions. Unprompted knowledge commonly requires a higher level of awareness or recency of acquisition compared to prompted recall (Waller et al., 2004). This paper thus reports further on the data from a 2008 population-based, cross-sectional telephone survey conducted in Queensland, Australia (2,001 participants; response rate=45%) (Youl et al., 2009). It was the aim of this research to establish the level of, and factors predicting, unprompted and prompted knowledge about health and vitamin D.

Factors associated with recall of media reports about vitamin D and sun protection

Objective: To assess the recall of media reports about vitamin D and associated factors. Methods: Analysis of cross-sectional telephone interview data (2,001 Queensland adults, 18-70 years) on vitamin D and personal sun protection, recall of media reports and participant characteristics. Results: 83.7% of participants had heard of vitamin D, 47.5% through the media. Only 513 (25.6%) participants recalled the media content within four main themes: vitamin D is beneficial/comes from the sun (47.0%); some people aren’t getting enough vitamin D, need more sun (27.9%); need to balance sun exposure and skin protection (11.5%); or other (13.6%). Only 65 of the 950 participants (6.8%) reported a change to their behaviour(s) due to the media report. Conclusion: Although the media were the main source of information about vitamin D for almost 50% of participants, recall of the content and direct effect on behaviour was low. Only a small minority recalled a balanced media report of beneficial and harmful aspects of sun exposure. Implications Health professionals often supply media with background information. To achieve best public health practice for sun protection and vitamin D, information to foster balanced media reports should be provided.

Editors' introduction

In approaching this Special Issue on Foresight, Innovation and Entrepreneurship (FI&E) we considered that globalisation and rapid modernisation were increasingly creating the need for social reflexivity. We thought that in respect to the production and diffusion of innovations, both social and technical, that the landscape for new enterprise was characterised by widening change horizons and deeper ethical concerns. As a consequence of the greater demand for innovation to achieve economic prosperity, it was conceived that 'unforesightful' innovation may have irreparable affects on social and ecological systems and uncertain implications for our futures. Therefore, we considered a new intellectual alliance between FI&E was potentially a matter of human survival. New approaches to thinking about how and what we innovate, the choices we face for new enterprise creation and the influence of infrastructure for generating entrepreneurship, we considered, would need to emerge if we are to positively impact human and planetary sustainability in the 21st century. Hence this special issue was designed to bring together cross-disciplinary research aimed at exploring the synergies between foresight, innovation and entrepreneurship and the way in which these connections may be taking place in both the practical and theoretical sense.

Informed cyberlearning : a case study

This cyberlearning case study demonstrates the application of Web 2.0 in mainstream higher education curriculum, whilst providing an in-practice example of informed learning (Bruce, 2008. The case study features the learning experiences and creative outcomes of postgraduate Cyberlearning students at Queensland University of Technology in 2011. As informed learners, the students learned simultaneously about the theory and practice of Cyberlearning by carrying out a virtual team project. This involved collaboratively researching a topical issue, as well as exploring and applying Web 2.0 media. To support the informed learning of their peers, they created online resources which both convey disciplinary knowledge and showcase the educational potential of Web 2.0.

Integrated Pest Management in Ornamentals: Information Guide. Horticulture Series: Agrilink,your growing guide to better farming.

Each Agrilink kit has been designed to be both comprehensive and practical. As the kits are arranged to answer questions of increasing complexity, they are useful references for both new and experienced producers of specific crops. Agrilink integrates the technology of horticultural production with the management of horticultural enterprises. REPRINT INFORMATION - PLEASE READ! For updated information please call 13 25 23 or visit the website www.daff.qld.gov.au (Select: Queensland Industries – Agriculture link) This publication has been reprinted as a digital book without any changes to the content published in 2000. We advise readers to take particular note of the areas most likely to be out-of-date and so requiring further research: see detailed information on first page of the kit. Even with these limitations we believe this information kit provides important and valuable information for intending and existing growers. This publication was last revised in 2000. The information is not current and the accuracy of the information cannot be guaranteed by the State of Queensland. This information has been made available to assist users to identify issues involved in integrated pest management in ornamentals. This information is not to be used or relied upon by users for any purpose which may expose the user or any other person to loss or damage. Users should conduct their own inquiries and rely on their own independent professional advice. While every care has been taken in preparing this publication, the State of Queensland accepts no responsibility for decisions or actions taken as a result of any data, information, statement or advice, expressed or implied, contained in this publication.

反式1，4-聚丁二烯的形态和结构研究

高分子材料一般都具有某种特定的结构，这种结构将直接决定着材料的性能。当高聚物从一种结构变为另一种结构时，其材料的性能将发生改变。近来，M.Hikosaka根据聚乙烯结晶的特点，提出了“链滑移扩散理论”，认为对聚合物热处理时，其晶体片层增厚快慢与分子链的滑移扩散能力有关。反式1,4-聚丁二烯(TPBD)在常压下能以六方相稳定存在，是少有的几种具有六方相结构的聚合物。因为其六方相分子链具有较高的构象数，而各个构象之间由于能垒相差不大，构象之间很容易发生转变；因而分子链运动时相对容易，决定了六方相分子链之间的滑移扩散能力较强。为了验证M.Hikosaka的理论，特对样品在六方相温度范围进行热处理。另外由于TPBD在不同的温度下能以两种晶型稳定存在，这两种晶型之间是怎样转变的也是我们关心的问题，而且通过电镜第一次摄得了单斜相和六方相共存的电子衍射。针对上述问题我们进行了下列研究。(1)以三氯化钒体系，稀土催化剂体系合成了两种分子量的反式1,4-聚丁二烯，用IR，NMR分析高分子量样品的反式1,4结构含量为96.2%，低分子量样品反式l,4结构含量为91.2%。对两种分子量样品进行DSC研究，结果表明低分子量样品的转变温度。熔融温度均比高分子量样品低；用Thomoson-Gibbs方程计算了该样品的片层厚度，并与样品的SAXS实验结果对照，认为这种转变温度和熔点的差异除了与1,2-结构的含量有关外，也与不同分子量具有不同的片层厚度有很大关系。(2)对不同分子量的TPBD进行WAXD实验，研究了其在不同温度下的相行为及单斜相向六方相的相转变过程。以PLM为手段跟踪观察了低分子量样品的相态转变，发现许多晶粒在相转变时从视场中消失。用电镜观察到了单斜相电子衍射，六方相电子衍射及单斜相和六方相共存的电子衍射， 并发现两相结构的形貌没有大的差别。(3)用Cerius~2软件模拟了单斜相结构和六方相结构的分子链堆砌，认为单斜相向六方相发生转变时，六方相分子链构象与单斜相分子链构象相比，有序度较低，从而使其堆砌结构变得松散。同时也模拟了单斜相和六方相在晶带轴为[001]方向的电子衍射，实验观察只能得到计算机模拟所得的单斜相和六方相内层的几个电子衍射点。(4)对低分子量样品在64 ℃热处理1小时后进行的DSC，WAXD，SAXS研究表明，样品的片层厚度显著增大，结晶度也相应提高。(5)研究了高分子量样品在85 ℃和低分子量样品在53 ℃热处理不同时间后，所得的DSC曲线。结果表明随时间增加，TPBD的转变峰温度值明显增加；而且发现在前5分钟内处理样品时，结晶度都有明显增加，处理样品5分钟以后结晶度增长缓慢。对高分子量样品四次升降温时，发现降温曲线有肩峰出现，但升温曲线没有肩峰出现，把肩峰的出现归结于有小尺寸亚稳定晶体的形成。(6)对高分子量样品的六方相等温结晶数据及对由熔体快速冷却到一定温度生成单斜相的等温结晶数据进行处理，得到平衡熔点为476K，比文献值高。并利用Thomoson-Gibbs方程，得到了单斜相和六方相的温度对尺寸倒数的相图，确定了在一定尺寸下单斜相和六方相稳定存在的温度范围。(7)用电镜观察了在70 ℃热处理不同时间后所得形貌图，并讨论了样品在六方相中热处理时，样品聚集体的聚集方式。(8)研究了两种分子量样品溶液结晶时所得的球晶形貌，发现其结晶形貌与分子量有关，而且发现摄得的电子衍射是六方相电子衍射，而不是室温下稳定存在的单斜相电子衍射，认为是由于电子辐照使样品升温而发生了晶型转变。(9)用修饰后的Avrami方程，Ozawa，方程分别处理了TPBD非等温结晶数据，由Jeziorny修饰的Avrami方程分析显示TPBD的非等温结晶明显地分为一次结晶和二次结晶两个阶段，指数值n意味着一次结晶和二次结晶的成核种类，Ozawa方程分析不能很好地适用于TPBD的六方相非等温结晶数据，主要是由于Ozawa理论的不精确假定，如二次结晶，结晶温度对片层厚度相关性及整个结晶过程中恒定的冷却函数等。并由Kissinger方程得到六方相的结晶活化能为167.9kJ/mol。

Super-resolution in confocal scanning microscopy: generalized inversion formulae

It was shown in previous papers that the resolution of a confocal scanning microscope can be significantly improved by measuring, for each scanning position, the full diffraction image and by inverting these data to recover the value of the object at the confocal point. In the present work, the authors generalize the data inversion procedure by allowing, for reconstructing the object at a given point, to make use of the data samples recorded at other scanning positions. This leads them to a family of generalized inversion formulae, either exact or approximate. Some previously known formulae are re-derived here as special cases in a particularly simple way.

Selective Hydrogenation of alpha,beta-Unsaturated Aldehydes and Ketones using Novel Manganese Oxide and Platinum Supported on Manganese Oxide Octahedral Molecular Sieves as Catalysts

The selective hydrogenation of ,-unsaturated aldehydes and ketones has been studied using ketoisophorone and cinnamaldehyde as model substrates using manganese oxide octahedral molecular sieve (OMS-2) based catalysts. For the first time, OMS-2 has been shown to be an efficient and selective hydrogenation catalyst. High selectivities for either the CC or CO double bond at approximate to 100% conversion were achieved by using OMS-2 and platinum supported on OMS-2 catalysts. Density functional theory (DFT) calculations showed that the dissociation of H2 on OMS-2 was water assisted and occurred on the surface Mn of OMS-2(001) that had been modified by an adsorbed H2O molecule. The theoretically calculated activation barrier was in good agreement with the experimentally determined value for the hydrogenation reactions, indicating that H2 dissociation on OMS-2 is likely to be the rate-determining step. A significant increase in the rate of reaction was observed in the presence of Pt as a result of the enhancement of H2 dissociative adsorption and subsequent reaction on the Pt or spillover of the hydrogen to the OMS-2 support. The relative adsorption strengths of ketoisophorone and cinnamaldehyde on the OMS-2 support compared with the Pt were found to determine the product selectivity.