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The preparation of CuM/SiO2 (M=Bi, Mg, Mn) catalysts applied in ethynylation of formaldehyde for 1,4‑butynediol synthesis: the positive interface effect of CuO and Bi2O3

Dalton Trans., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4DT02616K, Paper
Jiali Chen, Guihua Yang, Feng Gao, Rui Wang
The ethynylation of formaldehyde reaction catalyzed by Cu-based catalysts is an important synthesis method for 1,4-butynediol relating to high value-added chemicals. In this work, a series of CuM/SiO2 ( M=Bi,...
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Coinage metal(I) clusters supported by a 1,10-phenanthroline-phosphine: orange-to-NIR phosphorescence, metallophilic interactions and enhanced cytotoxicity

Dalton Trans., 2024, 53,18027-18036
DOI: 10.1039/D4DT02642J, Paper
Alexander V. Artem'ev, Maria P. Davydova, Lyubov S. Klyushova, Evgeniy H. Sadykov, Mariana I. Rakhmanova, Taisiya S. Sukhikh
Based on 2-(diphenylphosphino)-1,10-phenanthroline, a series of small metal(I) clusters, exhibiting orange to NIR phosphorescence and strong dose-dependent cytotoxicity.
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Tunability of triplet excited states and photophysical behaviour of bis-cyclometalated iridium(III) complexes with imidazo[4,5-f][1,10]phenanthroline

Dalton Trans., 2024, 53,17934-17947
DOI: 10.1039/D4DT01996B, Paper
Open Access
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Katarzyna Choroba, Joanna Palion-Gazda, Mateusz Penkala, Patrycja Rawicka, Barbara Machura
The impact of cyclometalating ligands on the photophysical behaviour of heteroleptic Ir(III) complexes with imidazo[4,5-f][1,10]phenanthroline. [Ir(ppy)2(imphen)]+ is a 3MLLCT emitter, while [Ir(pybzth)2(imphen)]+ has a predominant 3LCN∩C character.
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A bioinspired water oxidation catalyst that is ∼1/10th as active as the photosystem II oxygen evolving center at pH 7: a study of activity and stability factors

Dalton Trans., 2024, 53,17783-17788
DOI: 10.1039/D4DT02336F, Communication
Danijel Boskovic, Richard Terrett, Matthew Longhurst, Sabeel Basheer, Alireza Ariafard, Pawel Wagner, Ronald J. Pace, Rob Stranger, Gerhard F. Swiegers
Ca-doped birnessite MnOx on liquid crystalline reduced graphene oxide exhibits unprecedented performance for an abiological catalyst at pH 7, including a very low onset overpotential of 0.52 V and high activity per unit area at 0.56 V overpotential.
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Heats of formation on the way from B2H6 to B20H16: thermochemical consequences of multicenter bonding in ab initio and DFT methods

Dalton Trans., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4DT02589J, Paper
Open Access
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Jindřich Fanfrlík, Jan Řezáč, Drahomír Hnyk, Josef Holub
The objective of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of various computational methods in reproducing the experimental heats of formation of boron hydrides using the atomization energy approach.
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Fourth wave scare: Covid-19 cases in Asia surpass 100 million, India, Japan, South Korea worst-hit

The highly contagious but less deadly BA.2 sub-variant of Omicron has pushed the figures to greater highs in recent weeks in South Korea, China and Vietnam.




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A pilgrimage to Orwell’s Barnhill 

The author’s croft by that name on the island of Jura is where he completed 1984




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Book of the Year 2017

Physics World book experts Matin Durrani and Tushna Commissariat discuss the themes and trends that surround some of the best popular-physics books of 2017, before announcing the winner of our annual book award




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Physics in 2018

Physics World journalists discuss what excites them about the year ahead




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AITUC celebrates 105th Foundation Day in Mysuru




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Siddaramaiah, Shivakumar term PM’s allegations of raising ₹700 cr. to fund Maharashtra polls as a ‘lie’




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Cheluvarayaswamy accuses HDK of collecting ₹1,000 cr. from steel industries to fund elections; JD(S) terms it a strategy to divert attention from ‘excise scam’

After Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the Congress government of collecting ₹700 crore from excise sources to fund the Maharashtra elections, it was the turn of N. Cheluvarayaswamy




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KSRTC plans to launch Ashwamedha AC buses within 100-km radius of Bengaluru

In contrast to regular Ashwamedha buses, the AC version will be smaller, fully air-conditioned, and equipped with comfortable seating, and amenities like charging ports 




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Sahitya Sammelana: ₹50 lakh set aside for drinking water supply




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Chunchankatte Jalapatotsava to be held on Nov. 30, Dec. 1




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Karnataka High Court directs Chief Secretary to form panel to examine plea for declaring Allama Prabhu Swamy temple as ancient monument  

The temple is submerged in the backwaters of Hidkal dam in Belagavi district for nearly six months in a year




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Yoga guru Sharath Jois passes away in US 

Sharath Jois had left Mysuru in October and was on a tour of the US to teach yoga to his students




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Kalaburagi: Man sentenced to 20 years of imprisonment for sexually assaulting minor girl




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BJP poll agent writes to EC against Shiggaon Congress candidate




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Music resistance from 1900 to the present / edited by Igor Contreras Zubillaga, Helena Martín-Nieva.

Turnhout : Brepols, 2022.




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Anything for that 10 seconds



  • T E Raja Simhan

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Over nine crore voters to decide Maha's fate on Nov 20




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Maharashtra key to India's growth story being scripted in Modi 3.0: EAM Jaishankar




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Nov 20 Maharashtra election: 4,140 candidates in fray; 2,938 withdraw nominations




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Kerala School Sports & Games 2024: Kathakali dancer Sreya is Kerala’s fastest girl

Sreya, who set a personal best in the 100m and won her first gold at the Kerala School Sports & Games 2024, balances her passion by training for two hours every morning in athletics and practicing Kathakali in the evenings under Kalamandalam Ganesan




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Chennai Grandmasters 2024: Arjun in sole lead after fourth round

Vidit Gujrathi, who drew with Maxime Vachier-Lagrave, is yet to win too. He’s had two losses, followed by two draws.




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Morning Digest: NSCN-IM threatens armed violence for first time since 2015 agreement; Article 370 cannot be restored by anyone, says PM Modi, and more

Here is a select list of stories to start the day




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IND vs SA second T20I: India needs top-order to bat better against South Africa

India need to address lack of runs from other key batters to ensure that the burden doesn't fall too heavily on their in-form keeper-batter.




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Czech legend Jan Zelezny comes on board as Neeraj Chopra’s coach ahead of 2025 season

Jan Zelezny, 58, is widely considered the greatest javelin thrower of the modern era and is a world and Olympic champion. He also holds the record in the event.




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Chakaravarthy’s 5/17 in vain as India lose to South Africa by three wickets in 2nd T20I

The four-match series is now level at 1-1. South Africa’s victory also halted India’s 11-match winning streak.




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Amsterdam violence: Paris will deploy 4,000 police officers for France-Israel soccer match

Israel’s National Security Council warned citizens abroad to avoid sports and cultural events, specifically the match in Paris, and be careful of violent attacks “under the pretense of demonstrations”




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Champions Trophy 2025: PCB to seek clarity from ICC on India’s refusal to send team

The PCB was told by the ICC that BCCI won't send its team to Pakistan after the decision was communicated to the world governing body.




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Women’s Asian Champions Trophy: Sangita’s double strike hands India comfortable 4-0 win over Malaysia 

India scored through Sangita Kumari (8th, 55th minutes), Preeti Dubey (43rd) and Udita (44th).




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Jiri Privratsky beats Smit Moradiya by 0.1 point for air rifle gold

Well-known shooters Umamahesh Maddineni and Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar were pushed out of the medals table, the little-known Smit shot brilliantly in the climax




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Hat-trick hero Ferguson says 'insane' T20 win massive for NZ against SL

New Zealand were only able to put a modest score on the board as Sri Lanka spinner Wanindu Hasaranga took 4-17 despite being clearly hampered by injury




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Jannik Sinner finishes 2024 at No. 1 in ATP rankings, awarded trophy

The 23-year-old Sinner is the 19th different player to claim the year-end honour and the 29th man overall to be No. 1.




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India vs South Africa 3rd T20I: India eye batting revival against SA at Centurion

Senior batters like skipper Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya and Rinku Singh too cannot absolve themselves of the blame entirely for India's struggles




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Mohammad Nabi to retire from ODIs after 2025 Champions Trophy

Afghanistan qualified for the Champions Trophy, thanks to their sixth-place finish during last year's World Cup.




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From defence to damage: the impact of seawater passivation on microbially influenced corrosion in CuNi 70/30 alloy

Environ. Sci.: Water Res. Technol., 2024, 10,2929-2945
DOI: 10.1039/D4EW00562G, Paper
M. A. Javed, W. C. Neil, S. A. Wade
Seawater passivation treatment used for copper–nickel pipelines in maritime industries is not recommended for environments prone to microbially influenced corrosion.
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Adar Poonawalla to acquire 50% of Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions for ₹1,000 crore

According to a statement, Karan Johar as the executive chairman will spearhead the company’s creative vision




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Govt to extend UDAN scheme for 10 more years: Naidu

UDAN, the regional air connectivity scheme, has transformed India’s aviation sector, says PM Modi




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Atal tunnel builder Afcon Infrastructure to raise ₹5,430 crore via IPO on October 25

Afcon Infrastructure plans to use ₹600 crore for repaying debt, ₹320 crore for funding long-term working capital requirements and ₹80 crore for buying construction equipment.  




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Why has India been accused of hosting a shadow fleet? | Explained

What are Flags of Convenience? How do corporations with large fleets obscure ownership and origin of cargo? What are the different ways through which ships make sure they don’t lose their insurance?




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CK Birla Group to sell Orient Cement to Adani Group at ₹8100 crore equity value

The transaction is subject to regulatory approvals, including approval by Competition Commission of India and mandatory open offer under the relevant SEBI regulations




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Bajaj Finserv Q2 net profit grows 8% to ₹2,087 crore

Consolidated total income of the company for the period grew 30% to ₹33,704 crore as compared with ₹26,023 crore a year ago




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Piaggio makes special Diwali offer for Aprilia RS457 sports bike at ₹4.17 lakh 

The RS457 sports bike will be available at a special ex-showroom price.




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Jaguar Land Rover opens Open Innovation Hub in India to accelerate electrification, AI and autonomous driving

Jaguar Land Rover’s Open Innovation Hub will bring together industry, government, academia, and other parties




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Ashok Leyland arm bags 500 e-buses order from Chennai MTC

Ashok Leyland’s subsidiaries Switch Mobility will supply the buses while OHM will operate and maintain them.




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Cabinet approves ₹1,000-crore venture capital fund for space tech firms

The fund will be professionally run and will select approximately 40 firms on the basis of commercialization potential, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said




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Godrej Properties emerges as the highest bidder for luxury housing plot in Gurugram 

The housing plot, measuring 7.5 acres is located in the Golf Course Road micro-market and will offer a development potential of over 1.7 million square feet, comprising of luxury residential apartments of varied configurations