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Modified carrageenan. 1. H-CarragPAM, a novel biopolymer-based superabsorbent hydrogel
, Article Journal of Bioactive and Compatible Polymers ; Volume 20, Issue 5 , 2005 , Pages 475-490 ; 08839115 (ISSN) ; Pourjavadi, A ; Mahdavinia, G. R ; Zohuriaan Mehr, M. J ; Sharif University of Technology
2005
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A novel kappa-carrageenan (κC)-based superabsorbing hydrogel was synthesized through graft copolymerization of acrylamide (AAm) onto a κC substrate in the presence of a crosslinking agent. The crosslinked κC-poly(AAm) polymer graft was partially hydrolyzed in alkaline medium to yield a superabsorbent resin, H-carragPAM. The resin structure was confirmed using FTIR spectroscopy. The variables of graft copolymerization (monomer, initiator, polysaccharide and crosslinker concentration, reaction temperature and time as well as stirrer speed) that affected on the ultimate water-swelling capacity were optimized. The time-temperature variation of the copolymerization was investigated in terms of...
Experimental and computational bridgehead C-H bond dissociation enthalpies
, Article Journal of Organic Chemistry ; Volume 77, Issue 4 , January , 2012 , Pages 1909-1914 ; 00223263 (ISSN) ; Lis, L ; Tehrani, Z. A ; Marimanikkuppam, S. S ; Kass, S. R ; Sharif University of Technology
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Bridgehead C-H bond dissociation enthalpies of 105.7 ± 2.0, 102.9 ± 1.7, and 102.4 ± 1.9 kcal mol -1 for bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane, bicyclo[2.2.2]octane, and adamantane, respectively, were determined in the gas phase by making use of a thermodynamic cycle (i.e., BDE(R-H) = ΔH° acid(H-X) - IE(H •) + EA(X •)). These results are in good accord with high-level G3 theory calculations, and the experimental values along with G3 predictions for bicyclo[1.1.1]pentane, bicyclo[2.1.1]hexane, bicyclo[3.1.1]heptane, and bicyclo[4.2.1]nonane were found to correlate with the flexibility of the ring system. Rare examples of alkyl anions in the gas phase are also provided
Modeling of Natural Gas Components Hydrate Formation by Using Neural Network
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Ghotbi, Siroos (Supervisor) ; Taghikhani, Vahid (Supervisor)
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In this study two approaches were applied to predict the hydrate dissociation pressure of natural gas in the presence of aqueous water. One approach applied van der Waals and Platteeuw solid solution theory & PR EOS the other applied a feed forward multi layers artificial neural network (ANN) with 19 input variables (temperature, existence of hydrocarbon liquid and ice phase, gas phase composition, inhibitor composition in aqueous phase), and one hidden layer with 17 neurons. In comparison of both methods it was concluded that, in temperature above 12℃ , ANN is more accurate than thermodynamic model, but in lower temperature thermodynamic model is comparable with ANN. The trained network...
Mechanisms and kinetics of Thiotepa and tepa hydrolysis: DFT study
, Article Journal of Molecular Modeling ; Volume 18, Issue 8 , 2012 , Pages 3563-3576 ; 16102940 (ISSN) ; Fattahi, A ; Sharif University of Technology
Springer
2012
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N,N′,N″-triethylenethiophosphoramide (Thiotepa) and its oxo analogue (Tepa) as the major metabolite are trifunctional alkylating agents with a broad spectrum of antitumor activity. In vivo and vitro studies show alkylation of DNA by Thiotepa and Tepa can follow two pathways, but it remains unclear which pathway represents the precise mechanism of action. In pathway 1, these agents are capable of forming cross-links with DNA molecules via two different mechanisms. In the first mechanism, the ring opening reaction is initiated by protonating the aziridine, which then becomes the primary target of nucleophilic attack by the N7-Guanine. The second one is a direct nucleophilic ring opening of...
First principles study of oxygen adsorption on nickel-doped graphite
, Article Molecular Physics ; Volume 110, Issue 13 , Feb , 2012 , Pages 1437-1445 ; 00268976 (ISSN) ; Gobal, F ; Sharif University of Technology
2012
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Density functional theory is used in a spin-polarized plane wave pseudopotential implementation to investigate molecular oxygen adsorption and dissociation on graphite and nickel-doped graphite surfaces. Molecular oxygen physisorbs on graphite surface retaining its magnetic property. The calculated adsorption energy is consistent with the experimental value of 0.1eV. It is found that substituting a carbon atom of the graphite surface by a single doping nickel atom (2.8% content) makes the surface active for oxygen chemisorption. It is found that the molecular oxygen never adsorbs on doping nickel atom while it adsorbs and dissociates spontaneously into atomic oxygens on the carbon atoms...
Recent results of edge plasma parameters measurements in IR-T1 tokamak by probe
, Article Journal of Fusion Energy ; Volume 29, Issue 3 , June , 2010 , Pages 271-274 ; 01640313 (ISSN) ; Emami, M ; Ghoranneviss, M ; Abaspour Tehrani Fard, A ; Sharif University of Technology
2010
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Langmuir probes (LP) are the most common diagnostics for the local measurement of very important plasma parameters such as plasma density, electron temperature, plasma potential and the electron energy distribution function (EEDF). In this paper the applicability of the first derivative Langmuir probe method in processing the electron part of the current-voltage (I-V) characteristics in IR-T1 Tokamak is reported. The EEDF at different radial positions in the edge region and Scrape off Layer (SOL) are derived and the values of the plasma potential, electron temperature and electron density are estimated. Results comparison between the first derivative method and Stangeby method shows a...
Potential and energy of the monoenergetic electrons in an alternative ellipsoid bubble model
, Article Physical Review A - Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics ; Volume 81, Issue 2 , 2010 ; 10502947 (ISSN) ; Rahmatallahpur, S ; Sharif University of Technology
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The electron acceleration in the bubble regime is considered during the intense laser-plasma interaction. The presented ellipsoid cavity model is more consistent than the previous spherical model, and it explains the monoenergetic electron trajectory more accurately. At the relativistic region, the maximum energy of electrons in the ellipsoid model is about 24% more than the spherical model, and this is confirmed by PIC and the measured experimental results reported here. The electron energy spectrum is also calculated, and it is found that the energy distribution ratio of electrons ΔE/E for the ellipsoid model in the here reported condition is about 11% which is less than the one third that...
Theoretical aspects of the enhancement of metal binding affinity by intramolecular hydrogen bonding and modulating p: K a values
, Article New Journal of Chemistry ; Volume 41, Issue 24 , 2017 , Pages 15110-15119 ; 11440546 (ISSN) ; Fattahi, A ; Sharif University of Technology
Royal Society of Chemistry
2017
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Polyols were used as model ligands for Mg2+, Ca2+, and Zn2+ complexes to study the role of the hydrogen bond network on the metal binding affinity and modulation of successive pKa values using density functional theory. The results confirm that the acidity of polyols dramatically increases upon metal complexation in the order Zn2+ > Mg2+ > Ca2+. For example, the three H-site positions in the hydroxyl groups of the heptaol, bound to Zn2+, are 11.2, 29.9, and 30.9 pKa units (in methanol) more acidic than those of pure heptaol. This acidity enhancement leads to making polyols as good ligands toward complexation. For instance, the formation constants of the heptaol in the presence of Zn2+, Mg2+,...
A perspective on electrostatics in gas-solid fluidized beds: challenges and future research needs
, Article Powder Technology ; Volume 329 , 2018 , Pages 65-75 ; 00325910 (ISSN) ; Bi, X. T ; Grace, J. R ; Sharif University of Technology
Elsevier B.V
2018
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This paper provides a perspective on the current knowledge and potential areas of future research related to electrostatics in fluidized beds. Aspects addressed include characterization techniques, charge generation and dissipation mechanisms, interplay between the electrostatics and hydrodynamics, charge control methods, applications of tribo-electrostatic fluidization systems, and computational simulations which account for electrostatic charges. This is a complex research field involving fluid mechanics, powders and electrical physics, with potential rewards in terms of safety, process monitoring and new applications. © 2018 Elsevier B.V
Preparation of Ni/MeAl2O4-MgAl2O4 (Me=Fe, Co, Ni, Cu, Zn, Mg) nanocatalysts for the syngas production via combined dry reforming and partial oxidation of methane
, Article Renewable Energy ; Volume 149 , April , 2020 , Pages 1053-1067 ; Rezaei, M ; Nematollahi, B ; Baghalha, M ; Sharif University of Technology
Elsevier Ltd
2020
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In this paper, a comprehensive study was conducted on the application of various MeAl2O4 spinels (Me = Fe, Co, Ni, Cu, Zn, Mg) as the catalyst support for the preparation of nickel-based catalysts in the combined dry reforming and partial oxidation. These supports were synthesized by a novel facile sol-gel method using propylene oxide as the gelation agent and nickel was deposited on these supports by the deposition-precipitation method. The prepared samples were characterized by N2 adsorption/desorption, XRD, TPR, TPO, CO2-TPD, SEM, and TEM techniques. In addition, the temperature-programmed methane dissociation (TPMD) was performed to evaluate the effect of nickel-support interaction on...
Gold at crossroads of radical generation and scavenging at density functional theory level: Nitrogen and oxygen free radicals versus their precursors in the face of nanogold
, Article Journal of Physical Organic Chemistry ; Volume 34, Issue 1 , 2021 ; 08943230 (ISSN) ; Kassaee, M. Z ; Ayoubi Chianeh, M ; Fattahi, A ; Sharif University of Technology
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
2021
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In our previous report (J. Phys. Org. Chem., 2017), we discussed the dual behavior of gold nanocluster (Au3 NC), where it scavenged reactive oxygen species (ROS) while promoted their generation to a lesser extent. Continuing this quest, we investigate the effects of Au3 NC on common reactive nitrogen species (RNS: O=N˙ and O=N-O) and their precursors (O=N-H and O=N-O-H, respectively), at B3LYP/LACVP+* level of theory. We compare the results with those of prevalent ROS (H-O˙ and H-O-O˙) and their precursors (H-O-H and H-O-O-H, respectively). To this end, various parameters are probed such as binding energy (Eb), bond dissociation energy (BDE), bond lengths, Mullikan spin density (MSD),...
Gold at crossroads of radical generation and scavenging at density functional theory level: Nitrogen and oxygen free radicals versus their precursors in the face of nanogold
, Article Journal of Physical Organic Chemistry ; Volume 34, Issue 1 , 2021 ; 08943230 (ISSN) ; Kassaee, M.Z ; Ayoubi-Chianeh, M ; Fattahi, A ; Sharif University of Technology
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
2021
Abstract
In our previous report (J. Phys. Org. Chem., 2017), we discussed the dual behavior of gold nanocluster (Au3 NC), where it scavenged reactive oxygen species (ROS) while promoted their generation to a lesser extent. Continuing this quest, we investigate the effects of Au3 NC on common reactive nitrogen species (RNS: O=N˙ and O=N-O) and their precursors (O=N-H and O=N-O-H, respectively), at B3LYP/LACVP+* level of theory. We compare the results with those of prevalent ROS (H-O˙ and H-O-O˙) and their precursors (H-O-H and H-O-O-H, respectively). To this end, various parameters are probed such as binding energy (Eb), bond dissociation energy (BDE), bond lengths, Mullikan spin density (MSD),...
What roles do boron substitutions play in structural, tautomeric, base pairing and electronic properties of uracil? NBO & AIM analysis
, Article Journal of Physical Organic Chemistry ; Volume 25, Issue 9 , 2012 , Pages 787-796 ; 08943230 (ISSN) ; Abedin, A ; Shakourian Fard, M ; Fattahi, A ; Sharif University of Technology
Wiley
2012
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The synthesis of modified versions of deoxyribonucleic acid is an area that is receiving much attention. The replacement of the nitrogen atom on the nucleobases with boron atom has provided insight into deoxyribonucleic acid and ribonucleic acid stability, recognition, and replication at the atomic level. In the present research, we investigated a detailed density functional theory study of the structural, tautomeric, base-pairing ability, bond dissociation energy, and electronic properties of two boron analogues (i.e., boron substitutions at 4-position and 5-position of uracil) of uracil nucleobase. The effects of these modifications on theirs acid-base properties have been considered. Our...
Extraordinary swelling behavior of poly (AMPS) organogelin solvent/DMSO binary mixed media
, Article Journal of Applied Polymer Science ; Volume 117, Issue 2 , July , 2010 , Pages 1127-1136 ; 00218995 (ISSN) ; Kabiri, K ; Kheirabadi, M ; Sharif University of Technology
2010
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The present article deals with super-swelling behavior of crosslinked homopolymer of 2-acrylamido-2-methylpropane sulfonic acid, poly(AMPS), in binary mixtures of dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) and various polar solvents including water, mono-, and polyhydric alcohols, and amide solvents such as N-methyl pyrrolidone. Extraordinary phase transition sequences including a new unusual swelling phenomenon, referred to as "overentrant" swelling, was observed for this polymeric organogel in the solvent/DMSO mixtures. The swelling behaviors were preliminarily explained based on the major interactions involved in the solvation process and dielectric constant of the swelling media. It was established that...
Adsorption of carbon monoxide on SixGe4-x(x = 0-4) nano-clusters: A hybrid meta density functional study
, Article Molecular Physics ; Volume 108, Issue 10 , 2010 , Pages 1317-1327 ; 00268976 (ISSN) ; Gobal, F ; Sharif University of Technology
2010
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Theoretical study of carbon monoxide adsorption on SixGe4 - x(x = 0-4) nano-clusters has been carried out using advanced hybrid meta density functional method of Truhlar (MPW1B95). MG3 semi-diffuse (MG3S) and correlation consistent valence basis sets with relativistic core potential were employed to improve the results. The agreement of the calculated ionization and dissociation energies with experimental values validates the reported structures of nano-clusters and justifies the use of hybrid meta density functional method. The geometry, adsorption energy, charge distribution, and vibrational frequency of CO adsorption on all possible structures were investigated. The maximum vibrational...
Origin of the correlation of the rate constant of substrate hydroxylation by nonheme iron(IV)-oxo complexes with the bond-dissociation energy of the C-H bond of the substrate
, Article Chemistry - A European Journal ; Volume 15, Issue 27 , 2009 , Pages 6651-6662 ; 09476539 (ISSN) ; Bagherzadeh, M ; De Visser, S ; Sharif University of Technology
Wiley-VCH Verlag
2009
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Mononuclear nonheme iron containing systems are versatile and vital oxidants of substrate hydroxylation reactions in many biosystems, whereby the rate constant of hydroxylation correlates with the strength of the C-H bond that is broken in the process. The thermodynamic reason behind these correlations, however, has never been established. In this work results of a series of density functional theory calculations of substrate hydroxylation by a mononuclear nonheme iron(IV)-oxo oxidant with a 2 His/ 1Asp structural motif analogous to aketoglutarate dependent dioxygenases are presented. The calculations show that these oxidants are very efficient and able to hydroxylate strong C-H bonds,...
Benchmarking of Monte Carlo model of Siemens Oncor® linear accelerator for 18MV photon beam: determination of initial electron beam parameters
, Article Journal of X-Ray Science and Technology ; Volume 27, Issue 6 , 2 January , 2020 , Pages 1047-1070 ; Hoseini Ghafarokhi, M ; Bolagh, R. S. M ; Haghparast, M ; Zarifi, S ; Nickfarjam, A ; Farhood, B ; Chow, J. C. L ; Sharif University of Technology
IOS Press
2020
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OBJECTIVE: This study aims to benchmark a Monte Carlo (MC) model of the 18 MV photon beam produced by the Siemens Oncor® linac using the BEAMnrc and DOSXYZnrc codes. METHODS: By matching the percentage depth doses and beam profiles calculated by MC simulations with measurements, the initial electron beam parameters including electron energy, full width at half maximum (spatial FWHM), and mean angular spread were derived for the 10×10 cm2 and 20×20 cm2 field sizes. The MC model of the 18 MV photon beam was then validated against the measurements for different field sizes (5×5, 30×30 and 40×40 cm2) by gamma index analysis. RESULTS: The optimum values for electron energy, spatial FWHM and mean...
Thermal stability and strain sensitivity of nanostructured aluminum titanate (Al2TiO5)
, Article Materials Chemistry and Physics ; Volume 223 , 2019 , Pages 202-208 ; 02540584 (ISSN) ; Azarniya, A ; Madaah Hosseini, H. R ; Abedi, M ; Moskovskikh, D ; Sharif University of Technology
Elsevier Ltd
2019
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In the present work, nanostructured aluminum titanate (Al2TiO5 or AT) was synthesized by the sol-gel method and potential effects of mechanical strain on its phase analysis, morphology, and thermal stability were investigated in some details for the first time, because the thermal instability of AT is beneficial to the fabrication of in-situ aluminum matrix composites. To characterize the particle distribution, microstructure and thermal durability of AT after the strain induction, field-emission scanning electron microscope (FE-SEM), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), and x-ray diffraction analysis (XRD) were utilized. The experimental results showed that a 3-h ball milling process...
Electronic structure of some thymol derivatives correlated with the radical scavenging activity: Theoretical study
, Article Food Chemistry ; Vol. 165, issue , Dec , 2014 , p. 451-459 ; Jebeli Javanb, M ; Sharif University of Technology
Abstract
Molecules acting as antioxidants capable of scavenging reactive oxygen species (ROS) are of upmost importance in the living cell. Thymol derivatives exhibit various antioxidant activities and potential health benefits. Exploration of structure-radical scavenging activity (SAR) was approached with a wide range of thymol derivatives. To accomplish this task, the DPPH experimental assay along with quantum-chemical calculations were also employed for these compounds. By comparing the structural properties of the derivatives of interest, their antioxidant activity was explained by the formation of an intramolecular hydrogen bond and the presence of unsaturated double bond (–CHdouble bond; length...