Antifungal Nanocomposites Inspired by Titanate Nanotubes for Complete Inactivation of <i>Botrytis cinerea</i> Isolated from Tomato Infection

Rodrí,guez-Gonzá,lez, V.,Domí,nguez-Espí,ndola, R. B.,Casas-Flores, S.,Patró,n-Soberano, O. A.,Camposeco-Solis, R.,Lee, S.-W. American Chemical Society 2016 ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES Vol.8 No.46

<P>Antifungal silver nanocomposites inspired by titanate nanotubes (AgTNTs) were successfully evaluated for the effective inactivation of the phytopathogenic fungus Botrytis cinerea within 20 min. One-dimensional H2Ti3O7 nanotubes functionalized with silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) exhibit unique surface and antifungal properties for the photoinactivation of B. cinerea. Nanostructured titanates were synthesized by the eco-friendly, practical, microwave-induced, hydrothermal method followed by a highly monodispersive AgNP UV-photo deposition. Protonated nanotubes of similar to 11 nm in diameter and four-layers displayed high surface areas, 300 m(2)/g, with a size functionalization of 5 nm for the AgNPs. UV-vis DRS and XPS allowed the characterization and/or quantification of surface reactive species and cytotoxic silver species such as Ag degrees, Ag+. The effective biocidal properties of the nanocomposites were confirmed by using the well-known Gram-negative bacteria Escherichia coli, and then proceeding to the effective inactivation of the phytopathogenic fungus under visible light. The photo assisted inactivation mechanism was examined by HAADF-STEM, HRTEM, and FESEM electronic microscopies. A plasmalemma invagination due to oxidative stress caused by reactive oxygen, silver cytotoxicity species, and AgTNT sharp morphology damage expands the conidia to induce the cell death. The impact of the eco-friendly inactivation is significant because of the ease with which it is carried out and the possibility of being performed in situ with plants like tomato and grapes, which are ranked among the most valuable agricultural products worldwide.</P>

Magnetic field emergence in mesogranular-sized exploding granules observed with sunrise/IMaX data

Palacios, J.,Blanco Rodrí,guez, J.,Vargas Domí,nguez, S.,Domingo, V.,Martí,nez Pillet, V.,Bonet, J. A.,Bellot Rubio, L. R.,Iniesta, J. C. del Toro,Solanki, S. K.,Barthol, P.,Gandorfe EDP Sciences 2012 Astronomy and astrophysics Vol.537 No.-

<P>We report on magnetic field emergences covering significant areas of exploding granules. The balloon-borne mission SUNRISE provided high spatial and temporal resolution images of the solar photosphere. Continuum images, longitudinal and transverse magnetic field maps and Dopplergrams obtained by IMaX onboard SUNRISE are analyzed by local correlation traking (LCT), divergence calculation and time slices, Stokes inversions and numerical simulations are also employed. We characterize two mesogranular-scale exploding granules where~10<SUP>18</SUP> Mx of magnetic flux emerges. The emergence of weak unipolar longitudinal fields (~100 G) start with a single visible magnetic polarity, occupying their respective granules’ top and following the granular splitting. After a while, mixed polarities start appearing, concentrated in downflow lanes. The events last around 20 min. LCT analyses confirm mesogranular scale expansion, displaying a similar pattern for all the physical properties, and divergence centers match between all of them. We found a similar behaviour with the emergence events in a numerical MHD simulation. Granule expansion velocities are around 1 kms<SUP>−1</SUP> while magnetic patches expand at 0.65 kms<SUP>−1</SUP>. One of the analyzed events evidences the emergence of a loop-like structure. Advection of the emerging magnetic flux features is dominated by convective motion resulting from the exploding granule due to the magnetic field frozen in the granular plasma. Intensification of the magnetic field occurs in the intergranular lanes, probably because of being directed by the downflowing plasma.</P>

Gas expulsion in highly substructured embedded star clusters

Farias, J P,Fellhauer, M,Smith, R,Domí,nguez, R,Dabringhausen, J Oxford University Press 2018 MONTHLY NOTICES- ROYAL ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY Vol.476 No.4

Breathing-Dependent Redox Activity in a Tetrathiafulvalene-Based Metal–Organic Framework

Souto, Manuel,Romero, Jorge,Calbo, Joaquí,n,Vitó,rica-Yrezá,bal, Iñ,igo J.,Zafra, José,L.,Casado, Juan,Ortí,, Enrique,Walsh, Aron,Mí,nguez Espallargas, Guille American Chemical Society 2018 JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY - Vol.140 No.33

<P/><P>“Breathing” metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) that involve changes in their structural and physical properties upon an external stimulus are an interesting class of crystalline materials due to their range of potential applications including chemical sensors. The addition of redox activity opens up a new pathway for multifunctional “breathing” frameworks. Herein, we report the continuous breathing behavior of a tetrathiafulvalene (TTF)-based MOF, namely <B>MUV-2</B>, showing a reversible swelling (up to ca. 40% of the volume cell) upon solvent adsorption. Importantly, the planarity of the TTF linkers is influenced by the breathing behavior of the MOF, directly impacting on its electrochemical properties and thus opening the way for the development of new electrochemical sensors. Quantum chemical calculations and Raman spectroscopy have been used to provide insights into the tunability of the oxidation potential.</P>

Properties of polarised emission in radio relics

Paola Domínguez Fernández 한국천문학회 2021 天文學會報 Vol.46 No.2

Nutritional Needs in the Professional Practice of Swimming: a Review

Raúl Domínguez,Antonio Jesús-Sánchez-Oliver,Eduardo Cuenca,Pablo Jodra,Sandro Fernandes da Silva,Fernando Mata-Ordóñez 한국운동영양학회 2017 Physical Activity and Nutrition (Phys Act Nutr) Vol.21 No.4

[Purpose] Swimming requires developing a high aerobic and anaerobic capacity for strength and technical efficiency. The purpose of this study was to establish the nutritional requirements and dietary strategies that can optimize swimming performance. [Methods] Several related studies retrieved from the databases, Dialnet, Elsevier, Medline, Pubmed, and Web of Science, through keyword search strategies were reviewed. [Results] The recommended carbohydrate intake ranges between 6-10-12 g/kg/d, protein 2 g/kg/d, and fat should surpass 20-25% of the daily intake. [Conclusion] Performance can be optimized with a hydration plan, as well as adequate periodization of supplements, such as caffeine, creatine, sodium bicarbonate, B-alanine, beetroot juice, Vitamin D, bovine colostrum, and HMB.

Grain Boundaries and Phases Identification of Metallographic Images by a Normalized Sobel Operation and the Edge Thinning Process for Further Numerical Simulation

G. Domínguez‑Rodríguez,J. A. González‑Sánchez,J. Rosado‑Carrasco,G. Canto 대한금속·재료학회 2020 METALS AND MATERIALS International Vol.26 No.9

The recognitions of phases and precise grain boundaries based on metallographic images are useful for conducting micromechanicalsimulations, such as finite element analysis and peridynamics. In this work, those processes are automatized byusing a Sobel operator for identifying edges, which is normalized by different proposed Gaussian filters (on intensity, rugosity,or both). After that, a threshold is used to discretize the edges. Different neighboring pixel configurations, sensitive to edgeintensity, are proposed for thinning and cleaning the discretized edges, and hence, grain boundaries with a one-pixel thicknessare obtained. Then, the phase is selected by averaging color of each delimited grain. Finally, the precision on the phaserecognition was found to increase from 75.61 to 83.6% for the unmodified and the normalized Sobel operator, respectively.

Determination of Capsaicin, Ascorbic Acid, Total Phenolic Compounds and Antioxidant Activity of Capsicum annuum L. var. serrano by Mid Infrared Spectroscopy (Mid-FTIR) and Chemometric Analysis

Ivonne Domínguez-Martínez,Ofelia Gabriela Meza-Márquez,Guillermo Osorio-Revilla,José Proal-Nájera,Tzayhrí Gallardo-Velázquez 한국응용생명화학회 2014 Applied Biological Chemistry (Appl Biol Chem) Vol.57 No.1

Fourier transform mid-infrared (Mid-FTIR) spectroscopyin conjunction with multivariate analysis was used to predict thecapsaicin content, ascorbic acid, total phenolic compounds, andantioxidant activity of Capsicum annuum L. variety serrano. Twomultivariate calibrations, partial least square (PLS), and principalcomponent regression (PCR) were optimized to construct thecalibration models. The best models used to quantify the abovementioned compounds were obtained with the PLS algorithm andcoefficients of determination (R2) greater than 0.998 as well as astandard error calibration less than 0.098. The results demonstratedthat Mid-FTIR spectroscopy in combination with multivariateanalysis can be effectively used for to quantify the capsaicin,ascorbic acid, total phenol content, and antioxidant activity ofCapsicum annuum var. serrano. Mid-FTIR spectroscopy incombination with multivariate calibration offers rapid, easy samplepreparation, is environmentally friendly, and is operationallyuncomplicated, demonstrating the significant advantages of thechemometric models compared with conventional methods ofanalysis.

Work Ability Index: Psychometric Testing in Aeronautical Industry Workers

González-Domínguez María Eugenia,Fernández-García Elena,Paloma-Castro Olga,González-López Regina María,Rivas Pérez María Paz,López-Molina Luis,García-Jiménez Jesús,Romero-Sánchez José Manuel 한국산업안전보건공단 산업안전보건연구원 2024 Safety and health at work Vol.15 No.1

Background The Work Ability Index (WAI) is an instrument that measures work ability. The wide dispersion of the WAI internationally has led to its adaptation for use in different countries. This study aimed to evaluate the psychometric properties of the Spanish version of the WAI. Methods A methodological design was used over an opportunistic sample of 233 workers in the aeronautical industry in Spain. Reliability was evaluated through internal consistency. Factorial validity, known groups, and convergent validity were tested. Results The Cronbach's alpha and item-total correlation indicated an adequate internal consistency. The confirmatory factor analysis, performed to evaluate the factorial validity, found adequate fit indices for a two-factor solution with a high correlation between the factors. Factor 1, “Subjectively estimated work ability and resources”, was composed of 3 subscales and factor 2, “Ill-health-related”, of 2 subscales. Subscales 4 and 6 had loading in both factors. Workers under 45 years of age obtained higher significant scores than older ones. Convergent validity was also evidenced since WAI was highly correlated with self-assessment of health status. Conclusions The Spanish version of the WAI has shown evidence of reliability and validity in this study, supporting its use in individual and collective health surveillance by occupational health professionals. The factorial solution that was found has previously been reported in another international context. However, further research is needed to resolve the discrepancies detected in the role of some subscales between other national and international studies. Background The Work Ability Index (WAI) is an instrument that measures work ability. The wide dispersion of the WAI internationally has led to its adaptation for use in different countries. This study aimed to evaluate the psychometric properties of the Spanish version of the WAI. Methods A methodological design was used over an opportunistic sample of 233 workers in the aeronautical industry in Spain. Reliability was evaluated through internal consistency. Factorial validity, known groups, and convergent validity were tested. Results The Cronbach's alpha and item-total correlation indicated an adequate internal consistency. The confirmatory factor analysis, performed to evaluate the factorial validity, found adequate fit indices for a two-factor solution with a high correlation between the factors. Factor 1, “Subjectively estimated work ability and resources”, was composed of 3 subscales and factor 2, “Ill-health-related”, of 2 subscales. Subscales 4 and 6 had loading in both factors. Workers under 45 years of age obtained higher significant scores than older ones. Convergent validity was also evidenced since WAI was highly correlated with self-assessment of health status. Conclusions The Spanish version of the WAI has shown evidence of reliability and validity in this study, supporting its use in individual and collective health surveillance by occupational health professionals. The factorial solution that was found has previously been reported in another international context. However, further research is needed to resolve the discrepancies detected in the role of some subscales between other national and international studies.

Enhanced solid element for modelling of reinforced concrete structures with bond-slip

Norberto Domínguez,Marco Aurelio Fernández,Adnan Ibrahimbegovic 사단법인 한국계산역학회 2010 Computers and Concrete, An International Journal Vol.7 No.4

Since its invention in the 19th century, Reinforced Concrete (RC) has been widely used in the construction of a lot of different structures, as buildings, bridges, nuclear central plants, or even ships. The details of the mechanical response for this kind of structures depends directly upon the material behavior of each component: concrete and steel, as well as their interaction through the bond-slip, which makes a rigorous engineering analysis of RC structures quite complicated. Consequently, the practical calculation of RC structures is done by adopting a lot of simplifications and hypotheses validated in the elastic range. Nevertheless, as soon as any RC structural element is working in the inelastic range, it is possible to obtain the numerical prediction of its realistic behavior only through the use of non linear analysis. The aim of this work is to develop a new kind of Finite Element: the “Enhanced Solid Element (ESE)” which takes into account the complex composition of reinforced concrete, being able to handle each dissipative material behavior and their different deformations, and on the other hand, conserving a simplified shape for engineering applications. Based on the recent XFEM developments, we introduce the concept of nodal enrichment to represent kinematics of steel rebars as well as bonding. This enrichment allows to reproduce the strain incompatibility between concrete and steel that occurs because of the bond degradation and slip. This formulation was tested with a couple of simple examples and compared to the results obtained from other standard formulations.