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A lanthanide-based three-dimensional metal-organic framework with excellent water, acid/base, and solvent stability, namely {[(CH3)2NH2]0.7[Eu2(BTDBA)1.5(lac)0.7(H2O)2]·2H2O·2DMF·2CH3CN}n (JXUST-29, H4BTDBA = 4',4â´-(benzo[c][1,2,5]thiadiazole-4,7-diyl)bis([1,1'-biphenyl]-3,5-dicarboxylic acid), Hlac = lactic acid), has been synthesized and characterized. Since the N atoms of the thiadiazole group will not coordinate with lanthanide ions, JXUST-29 has a free basic N-site accessible to small H+ ions, which allows it to be used as a promising pH fluorescence sensor. Interestingly, the luminescence signal was significantly enhanced, with an approximately 54-fold enhancement in the emission intensity when the pH value was increased from 2 to 5, which is the typical behavior of pH probes. In addition, JXUST-29 can also be used as a luminescence sensor to detect l-arginine (Arg) and l-lysine (Lys) in an aqueous solution through fluorescence enhancement and the blue-shift effect. The detection limits were 0.023 and 0.077 µM, respectively. In addition, JXUST-29-based devices were designed and developed to facilitate detection. Importantly, JXUST-29 is also capable of detecting and sensing Arg and Lys in living cells.
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Lanthanoid Series Elements , Metal-Organic Frameworks , Metal-Organic Frameworks/chemistry , Lysine , Lanthanoid Series Elements/chemistry , Ions , Water/chemistry , Hydrogen-Ion ConcentrationABSTRACT
Four new isostructural rare earth metal-organic frameworks (RE-MOFs) were synthesized and full characterized, namely, {[(CH)2NH2]3[RE2(BTDBA)2(HCOO)]·5H2O·2DMF}n (H4BTDBA = (4',4'''-(benzo[c][1,2,5]thiadiazole-4,7-diyl)bis([1,1'-biphenyl]-3,5-dicarboxylic acid); RE = Eu (JXUST-34), Gd (JXUST-35), Tb (JXUST-36), and Dy (JXUST-37)). The single-crystal structures analysis shows that JXUST-34-37 are chain-based three-dimensional structures. Importantly, JXUST-34 exhibits excellent water, organic solvents, and acid-base stability, which can be used as a fluorescence sensor for folic acid and Al3+ with detection limits of 0.02 mM and 0.05 µM, respectively. The presence of free [(CH)2NH2]+ cations in the channels can engage the proton carrier during proton conduction. JXUST-34-37 display good proton conductivity, and the conductivities vary with relative humidity and temperatures, among which JXUST-37 has the highest conductivity of 9.66 × 10-3 S·cm-1 at 60 °C and 98% RH. The magnetic studies show that the -ΔSm of JXUST-35 reaches 16.13 J kg-1 K-1 at 2 K and ΔH = 7 T. JXUST-34-37 show multifunctional properties of fluorescence sensing, high proton conductivity, and magnetic refrigeration, which provides a new clue for the development of fluorescent-responsive, magnetic-refrigerant, and proton-conductive RE-MOF materials.
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Two novel lanthanide metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) with the formulas [Tb(bidc)(Hbidc)(H2O)]n (JXUST-20) and {[Tb3(bidc)4(HCOO)(DMF)]·solvents}n (JXUST-21) were synthesized based on 2,1,3-benzothiadiazole-4,7-dicarboxylic acid (H2BTDC) under solvothermal conditions. Interestingly, benzimidazole-4,7-dicarboxylic acid (H2bidc) was formed in situ using H2BTDC as the starting material. The self-assembly process of the targeted MOFs with different topological structures can be controlled by the solvents and concentration of the reactants. Luminescence experiments show that JXUST-20 and JXUST-21 exhibit strong yellow-green emission. JXUST-20 and JXUST-21 can selectively sense benzaldehyde (BzH) via a luminescence quenching effect with detection limits of 15.3 and 1.44 ppm, respectively. In order to expand the practical application of MOF materials, mixed-matrix membranes (MMMs) have been constructed by mixing targeted MOFs and poly(methyl methacrylate) in a N,N-dimethylformamide (DMF) solution, which can also be used for BzH vapor sensing. Therefore, the first case of MMMs derived from TbIII MOFs has been developed for the reversible detection of BzH vapor, providing a simple and efficient platform for the future detection of volatile organic compounds.
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A stable metal-organic framework with the formula {[Co(BBZB)(IPA)]·H2O}n (JXUST-23, BBZB = 4,7-bis(1H-benzimidazole-1-yl)-2,1,3-benzothiadiazole and H2IPA = isophthalic acid) was constructed by incorporating Co2+ ions and two conjugated ligands under solvothermal conditions. JXUST-23 takes a dinuclear cluster-based layer structure with a porosity of 2.7%. In this work, JXUST-23 was used to activate peroxymonosulfate (PMS) to degrade rhodamine B (RhB), a difficult-to-degrade pollutant in water. Compared with pure PMS or JXUST-23, the JXUST-23/PMS system displays the best degradation ability of RhB in neutral solution. When the mass ratio of JXUST-23 to PMS was 2:3, 99.72% of RhB (50 ppm) was removed within 60 min, and the reaction rate was 0.1 min-1. Furthermore, free radical quenching experiments show that SO4â¢- was the main free radical during the process of RhB degradation. In addition, JXUST-23 exhibits good reusability for the degradation of the organic dye RhB, making it a potential candidate for environmental remediation.
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A new polydentate tetracarboxylic acid with a benzothiadiazole unit (4',4'''-(benzo[c][1,2,5]thiadiazole-4,7-diyl)bis([1,1'-biphenyl]-3,5-dicarboxylic acid), H4BTDBA) has been used to prepare a pH-stable three-dimensional TbIII-based metal-organic framework (MOF) with the formula {[(CH3)2NH2]0.7[Tb2(BTDBA)1.5(lac)0.7(H2O)2]·solvents}n (Hlac = lactic acid, JXUST-19). JXUST-19 exhibits a new (4,4,12)-connected topology based on tetranuclear [Tb4] clusters. JXUST-19 can remain stable when soaked in water for at least 1 week and in aqueous solutions with various pH values (2-12) for 24 h. Fluorescence study indicates JXUST-19 can be employed as a rare turn-on and blue-shift MOF sensor toward benzaldehyde (BZ) and salicylaldehyde (SA). To date, JXUST-19 represents the first TbIII-based turn-on MOF sensor toward salicylaldehyde in aqueous solution, and the fluorescence enhancement and naked-eye detection of BZ have been rarely reported. In addition, JXUST-19 based fluorescent test papers, light-emitting diode lamp beads, and portable composite films were developed to realize naked-eye detection of BZ and SA, which has great potential in practical applications.
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The design and preparation of novel multifunctional lanthanide metal-organic frameworks (Ln-MOFs) have been arisen widespread attention. In particular, Ln-MOFs have shown great luminescence potential in chemical sensing. Herein, a new benzothiadiazole-based Eu-MOF {[(CH3)2NH2][Eu(BTDB)2]·2H2O}n (JXUST-11) was obtained based on 4,4'-(benzo[c][1,2,5]thiadiazole-4,7-diyl)dibenzoic acid (H2BTDB), which exhibits a chain-based three-dimensional framework. Moreover, JXUST-11 is considered as a photoluminescent sensor to identify Al3+ and Ga3+ ions by fluorescence enhancement with the detection limits of 2.9 and 10.2 ppm, severally. Importantly, Al3+ and Ga3+ can be discerned with the naked eye by color change under a natural lamp. In addition, a portable MOF film based on JXUST-11 was developed for Al3+ and Ga3+ detection. This is the first Ln-MOF that can be employed as a naked-eye fluorescent probe to identify Ga3+. Interestingly, JXUST-11 is also capable of detecting Al3+ and Ga3+ in living cells.
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Due to their important role in biological systems, it is urgent to develop a material that can rapidly and sensitively detect the concentration of Fe3+ and Al3+ ions. In this work, a brand-new CdII-based metal-organic framework [Cd(BTBD)2(AIC)]n (JXUST-18, BTBD = 4,7-bis(1H-1,2,4-triazol-1-yl)-2,1,3-benzothiadiazole and H2AIC = 5-aminoisophthalic acid) with a 4-connected sql topology was designed and synthesized. The symmetrical CdII centers are linked by AIC2- ligands with µ3-η1:η1:η1:η1 coordination mode to form a [Cd2(COO)2] secondary building unit (SBU). The contiguous SBUs are further connected by BTBD ligands to form a two-dimensional (2D) layer structure. JXUST-18 can remain stable in aqueous solutions with pH values of 3-12 or in boiling water. Luminescent experiments suggest that JXUST-18 displays more than eightfold fluorescence enhancement in the presence of Fe3+ and Al3+ ions, and the detection limits for Fe3+ and Al3+ ions are 0.196 and 0.184 µM, respectively. Furthermore, the change in luminescence color is uncomplicatedly distinguishable with the naked eye under ultraviolet light at 365 nm. In addition, a series of devices based on JXUST-18 including fluorescence test strips, lamp beads, and composite films were developed to detect metal ions via visual changes in luminescence color. Significantly, JXUST-18 is a rare MOF-based turn-on fluorescence sensor for the detection of Fe3+ ions. The theoretical calculation suggests that the complexation of Fe3+/Al3+ ions and the -NH2 group contributes to fluorescence enhancement.
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A novel Co-based metal-organic framework (MOF) with the formula of {[Co3(BIBT)3(BTC)2(H2O)2]·solvents}n (JXUST-2, where JXUST denotes Jiangxi University of Science and Technology, BIBT = 4,7-bi(1H-imidazol-1-yl)benzo-[2,1,3]thiadiazole, and H3BTC = 1,3,5-benzenetricarboxylic acid) has been solvothermally prepared, which takes 3D structure with a rare 3,4,6-c topology and contains intramolecular hydrogen bonds. Interestingly, the sensing investigations suggest that JXUST-2 could be considered as a multifunctional fluorescence sensor toward Fe3+, Cr3+, and Al3+ via a turn-on effect with good reusability and detection limits of 0.13, 0.10, and 0.10 µM, respectively. The turn-on effect of JXUST-2 could be ascribed to an absorbance caused enhancement (ACE) mechanism. Notably, JXUST-2 is the first turn-on MOF fluorescent sensor for Fe3+, Cr3+, and Al3+ simultaneously.
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A ZnII-based metal-organic framework (MOF) with a rare tcj topology has been solvothermally synthesized and displays relatively good thermal and chemical stabilities. Interestingly, the MOF can sensitively and selectively sense acetylacetone (acac) via a fluorescence enhancement effect with a detection limit of 0.10 ppm and good reusability, which demonstrates the first example of a MOF-based turn-on fluorescent sensor for acac.
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Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are a novel class of hybrid porous multi-functional materials consisting of metal ions/clusters and organic ligands. MOFs have exclusive benefits due to their tunable structure and diverse properties. Luminescent MOFs (LMOFs) exhibit both porosity and light emission. They display abundant host and guest responses, making them conducive to sensing. Currently, LMOF sensing research is gaining more depth, with attention given to their device and practical applications. This work reviews recent advancements and device applications of LMOFs as chemical sensors toward ions, volatile organic compounds, biomolecules, and environmental toxins. Furthermore, the detection mechanism and the correlation between material properties and structure are elaborated. This analysis serves as a valuable reference for the preparation and efficient application of targeted LMOFs.
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Due to their hazard to biological systems, it is urgent to develop materials that can rapidly and sensitively detect the concentration of H2PO4- and OCN- ions. In this work, a new CdII-based luminescent metal-organic framework with the formula [Cd(BTDB)(2,6-BBIP)]n (JXUST-47, H2BTDB = (benzo[c][1,2,5]thiadiazole-4,7-diyl)dibenzoic acid, 2,6-BBIP = 2,6-bis(benzimidazol-1-yl)pyridine) and sql topology was successfully synthesized using a mixed-ligand strategy. JXUST-47 shows good chemical and thermal stability. It also exhibits weak quenching and fluorescence blue shift for H2PO4- and red shift for OCN-, with the detection limits of 0.106 and 0.128 mM, respectively. In addition, considering the demand for H2PO4- and OCN- ion detection, by combining this with the functions of a smartphone, the chroma of photographs have been used to realize the consecutive visual detection of the concentration of these ions.
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Because ascorbic acid (AA) is one of the basic elements to maintain the normal physiological functions of human body, it is urgent to develop a material that can achieve efficient, rapid and in-situ detection for AA. A new fluorescence organic compound 4',4'''-(benzo[c][1,2,5]thiadiazole-4,7-diyl)bis([1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxylic acid) (H2BTBC) based on benzothiadiazole group has been synthesized, which can detect Fe3+ ions by fluorescence turn-off effect with a detection limit of 0.015 µM, as well as recognize linear amines by fluorescence turn-on effect. Moreover, a highly stable Tb(III) metal-organic framework has been solvothermally prepared with H2BTBC, namely {[(CH3)2NH2]2[Tb2(BTBC)4]âsolvents}n (JXUST-39), which can selectively detect AA among biological fluids by fluorescence enhancement effect with a detection limit of 0.077 µM. In addition, the mechanism for JXUST-39 detecting AA is possibly the cooperative effect of absorbance-caused enhancement and charge transfer between JXUST-39 and AA. Moreover, LED lamp beads, fluorescent films and fluorescent detection test paper based on JXUST-39 were prepared to achieve portable detection via fluorescence enhancement effect.
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BACKGROUND: Right ventricular (RV) fibrosis is an important pathological change that occurs during the development of right heart failure (RHF) induced by pulmonary hypertension (PH). Dapagliflozin (DAPA), a sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitor, has been shown to play a major role in left heart failure, but it is unclear whether it has a positive effect on RHF. This study aimed to clarify the effect of DAPA on PH-induced RHF and investigate the underlying mechanisms. METHODS: We conducted experiments on two rat models with PH-induced RHF and cardiac fibroblasts (CFs) exposed to pathological mechanical stretch or transforming growth factor-beta (TGF-ß) to investigate the effect of DAPA. RESULTS: In vivo, DAPA could improve pulmonary hemodynamics and RV function. It also attenuated right heart hypertrophy and RV fibrosis. In vitro, DAPA reduced collagen expression by increasing the production of matrix metalloproteinase 2 (MMP2) and matrix metalloproteinase 9 (MMP9). Additionally, DAPA was found to reduce reactive oxygen species (ROS) levels in CFs and the right heart in rats. Similar to DAPA, the ROS scavenger N-acetylcysteine (NAC) exerted antifibrotic effects on CFs. Therefore, we further investigated the mechanism by which DAPA promoted collagen degradation by reducing ROS levels. CONCLUSIONS: In summary, we concluded that DAPA ameliorated PH-induced structural and functional changes in the right heart by increasing collagen degradation. Our study provides new ideas for the possibility of using DAPA to treat RHF.
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The design and synthesis of a Gd(III) metal-organic framework with the formula [Gd4(BTDI)3(DMF)4]n (JXUST-40, H4BTDI = 5,5'-(benzo[c][1,2,5]thiadiazole-4,7-diyl)diisophthalic acid) are reported hererin. Interestingly, a reversible single-crystal-to-single-crystal transition between JXUST-40 and {[Gd4(BTDI)3(H2O)4]·6H2O}n (JXUST-40a) was achieved under the stimulation of heat and solvents. Both JXUST-40 and JXUST-40a exhibited good stability when soaked in common solvents and aqueous solutions with pH values of 1-12. Magnetic studies showed that JXUST-40a has a larger magnetocaloric effect with -ΔSmaxm = 26.65 J kg-1 K-1 at 2 K and 7 T than JXUST-40 due to its larger magnetic density. Structural analyses indicated that the coordinated solvent molecules play a crucial role in the coordination environment around the Gd(III) ions and the change in the framework, ultimately leading to the changes in the pore size and magnetism between JXUST-40 and JXUST-40a. In addition, both isomorphic [Dy4(BTDI)3(DMF)4]n (JXUST-41) and {[Dy4(BTDI)3(H2O)4]·6H2O}n (JXUST-41a) displayed slow magnetic relaxation behaviour.
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A novel water-stable CdII-based metal-organic framework, namely {[Cd(BIBT)(TDC)]·2H2O}n (JXUST-28, BIBT = 4,7-bi(1H-imidazol-1-yl)benzo-[2,1,3]thiadiazole and H2TDC = 2,5-thiophenedicarboxylic acid), was synthesized using a mixed-ligand strategy. Structural analysis demonstrates that JXUST-28 exhibits a two-dimensional layer structure with 4-connected sql topology. Intriguingly, JXUST-28 presents good stability in boiling water (at least 5 days), common organic solvents and aqueous solutions with different pH values of 2-12 (more than 24 hours). Furthermore, fluorescence experiments revealed that JXUST-28 could sense Hg2+ ions in aqueous solution via a quenching effect with a detection limit of 0.097 µM. Meanwhile, JXUST-28 can also be regenerated at least 5 times to detect Hg2+ ions. In addition, light-emitting diode lamps, luminescent films, and test papers of JXUST-28 have been successfully developed for practical applications.
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A novel three-dimensional Eu3+-based metal-organic framework with the formula {[(CH3)2NH2][Eu(BTDI)]·H2O·DMF}n (JXUST-25) was prepared by solvothermal method based on Eu3+ and 5,5'-(benzothiadiazole-4,7-diyl)diisophthalic acid (H4BTDI) with benzothiadiazole (BTD) luminescent groups. Due to the presence of Eu3+ and organic fluorescence ligand, JXUST-25 displays turn-on and blue-shift fluorescence toward Cr3+, Al3+ and Ga3+ with limits of detection (LOD) of 0.073, 0.006 and 0.030 ppm, respectively. Interestingly, the alkaline environment can change the fluorescence of JXUST-25 toward Cr3+/Al3+/Ga3+ and the addition of HCl solution realizes the reversible change of the fluorescence of JXUST-25 toward Cr3+/Al3+/Ga3+. It is noteworthy that the fluorescent test paper and light-emitting diode lamp based on JXUST-25 can effectively detect Cr3+, Al3+ and Ga3+ by the visual changes. In addition, the turn-on and blue-shift fluorescence between JXUST-25 and M3+ ions may be caused by the host-guest interaction and the absorbance caused enhancement mechanism.
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The development of a rapid and selective method for the identification of dipicolinic acid (DPA), a specific biomarker in Bacillus anthracis spores, is of great importance for the avoidance of anthrax infection. Herein, a chain-based EuIII metal-organic framework with the formula {[Eu3(BTDB)3(µ3-OH)3(H2O)]·solvents}n (JXUST-38, H2BTDB = (benzo[c][1,2,5]thiadiazole-4,7-diyl)dibenzoic acid) was obtained using 2-fluorobenzoic acid as the pH regulator. JXUST-38 exhibits good chemical and thermal stability and can specifically recognize DPA in N,N-dimethylformamide solution through luminescence enhancement and blue-shift effects with a detection limit of 0.05 µM. Furthermore, the significant luminescence enhancement and blue shift under UV lamps are obviously observable by the naked eye. The luminescence sensing mechanism is attributed to absorbance-induced enhancement between JXUST-38 and DPA. Test paper and mixed-matrix membrane based on JXUST-38 are designed for DPA detection. In addition, the feasibility of using JXUST-38 in biosensing is discussed in detail.
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A novel CdII-based two-fold interpenetrated metal-organic framework (MOF), namely {[Cd2(BTDB)2(4,4-bpy)]·DMF}n (JXUST-14), (H2BTDB = 4,4'-(benzo[c][1,2,5]thiadiazole-4,7-diyl)dibenzoic acid and 4,4-bpy = 4,4-bipyridine), has been prepared and characterized. Single-crystal structure determination reveals that JXUST-14 has a tetranuclear cluster based 6-connected pcu topological network with Schlafli symbol {412·63}. When soaked in common organic solvents and aqueous solutions with diverse pH values of 2-12 for 48 h, JXUST-14 remains stable. JXUST-14 is a highly selective and sensitive luminescent sensor for L-histidine (His) with a detection limit of 11.1 ppm. JXUST-14 is the first CdII-based MOF for the detection of His via turn-on and fluorescence blue-shift effects. Experimental study and theoretical calculation suggest that the sensing process can be mainly attributed to a charge transfer and energy transfer mechanism. More interestingly, LED lamps of JXUST-14 and JXUST-14@His were successfully developed, which endowed efficient sensitivity for His detection and thus provide great potential for future applications.