- Polymer composites and self-healing
- Lignin and Wood Chemistry
- biodegradable polymer synthesis and properties
- Nanoplatforms for cancer theranostics
- Nanoparticle-Based Drug Delivery
- Advancements in Battery Materials
- Polymer crystallization and properties
- Carbon dioxide utilization in catalysis
- Epoxy Resin Curing Processes
- Extraction and Separation Processes
- Polymer Nanocomposites and Properties
- Advanced Battery Materials and Technologies
- Natural Fiber Reinforced Composites
- Genetics, Aging, and Longevity in Model Organisms
- Advanced Polymer Synthesis and Characterization
- Flame retardant materials and properties
- Advanced Cellulose Research Studies
- Advanced Battery Technologies Research
- Graphene and Nanomaterials Applications
- Phosphorus and nutrient management
- Seed and Plant Biochemistry
- Healthcare Policy and Management
- Layered Double Hydroxides Synthesis and Applications
- Protein Hydrolysis and Bioactive Peptides
- Polymer-Based Agricultural Enhancements
National Chung Hsing University
2008-2025
Academy of Military Medical Sciences
2025
Foshan University
2024
Far Eastern Memorial Hospital
2024
South China Agricultural University
2023
Joint BioEnergy Institute
2022-2023
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
2023
National Taiwan University
2021-2023
University of Bergen
2023
National Taipei University
2022-2023
Whole quinoa grain was separated into bran and milled grain, the perisperm embryo. The proximate composition of similar to that whole grain. protein lipid content embryo 57% total 49% lipid, respectively. Mineral analysis showed rich in K, Mg, Ca, P Fe. contained large oval starch aggregates 20–30 μm diameter polygonal granules around 1 diameter. Differential scanning calorimetry data indicated a gelatinization temperature 54.0 71.0°C enthalpy 11.0 J/g starch. water-soluble NaCl-soluble...
In this study, we devised a simple method to enhance the conductivity of poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene)-poly(styrene-sulfonate) (PEDOT:PSS) films through spin-coating with various surface-modified compounds, and then applied technique preparation ITO-free polymer solar cells (PSCs). The electrical PEDOT:PSS can be increased by more than two order magnitudes merely compound containing one or polar groups—such as ethanol, methoxyethanol, 1,2-dimethoxyethane, ethylene glycol—onto films....
In this study, a discrete-event simulation approach was used to model Emergency Department's (ED) patient flow investigate the effect of inpatient boarding on ED efficiency in terms National Department Crowding Scale (NEDOCS) score and rate patients who leave without being seen (LWBS). The decision variable boarder-released-ratio defined as ratio admitted whose time is zero all patients. Our analysis shows that Overcrowded(+) (a NEDOCS over 100) decreased from 88.4% 50.4%, LWBS 10.8% 8.4%...
Polyurethane (PU) foam adhesives were prepared from castor oil as a polyol with isocyanate poly(4,4'-methylene diphenyl isocyanate) (PMDI) using solvent-free process. The NCO/OH molar ratio used for the preparation of PU foams was 1.5. Water, organosiloxane and dibutyltin dilaurate blowing agent, surfactant catalyst, respectively. agent catalyst adjusted to optimize properties. results show that 4 wt % has minimal water absorption maximal volume expansion in foams. FT-IR analysis shows...
Summary Target of rapamycin ( TOR ) signaling is a nutrient‐sensing pathway controlling metabolism and lifespan. Although can be activated by metabolite diacylglycerol DAG ), phosphatidic acid PA the precise genetic mechanism through which influences lifespan remains unknown. metabolized to either via action kinase or 2‐arachidonoyl‐ sn ‐glycerol lipase DAGL ). Here, we report that in D rosophila C aenorhabditis elegans, overexpression / ina E dagl‐1 knockdown DGK rdgA dgk‐5 extends enhances...
Ethylene influences many aspects of plant growth and development. The biosynthesis ethylene is highly regulated by a variety internal external cues. A key target this regulation 1-aminocyclopropane-1-carboxylic acid (ACC) synthases (ACS), generally the rate-limiting step in biosynthesis, which both transcriptionally post-transcriptionally. Prior studies have demonstrated that cytokinin brassinosteroid (BR) act as regulatory inputs to elevate increasing stability ACS proteins. Here, we...
Hydrogel composites can be prepared from cellulose-based materials and other gel materials, thus combining the advantages of both kinds material. The aerogel, porous material formed after removing water in hydrogel, maintain network structure. aerogel have high application potential. However, low mechanical strength weight loss cellulose hydrogel due to dehydration/absorption limit feasibility repeated use. In this study, hydrogels were using microcrystalline (MC), carboxymethyl (CMC),...
Phosphorus (P) is vital for plant growth, but its agricultural use limited by soil fixation and environmental loss. This study developed an organic ligand-responsive phosphate release system hybridizing magnesium–iron-layered double hydroxides (Mg–Fe LDH) with pectin from apple citrus (pectin-A/C). Structural properties (PO4) of LDH hybrids different concentrations metal precursors (0.5LDH-A/C, 2.5LDH-A/C) were evaluated. All exhibited higher PO4 sorption than pristine Mg–Fe LDH, 2.5LDH-A...
Autophagy and molecular chaperones both regulate protein homeostasis maintain important physiological functions. Atg7 (autophagy-related gene 7) Hsp27 (heat shock 27) are involved in the regulation of neurodegeneration aging. However, genetic connection between is not known. The appearances fly eyes from different interactions with or without polyglutamine toxicity were examined by light microscopy scanning electronic microscopy. Immunofluorescence was used to check effect knockdown on...