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A template-free approach to nanotube-decorated polymer surfaces using 3,4-phenylenedioxythiophene (PhEDOT) monomers
Szczepanski, Caroline R.,M'Jid, Inès,Darmanin, Thierry,Godeau, Guilhem,Guittard, Frédéric
, p. 17308 - 17323 (2016/11/18)
In this work, novel 3,4-phenylenedioxythiophene (PhEDOT) monomers with alkyl, branched, and aromatic substituents were synthesized and tested for their efficacy at forming surfaces with unique wetting properties and surface morphology without the aid of surfactants. Monomers with a naphthalene substituent clearly showed the highest capacity to stabilize gas bubbles (O2 or H2) formed in solution during electrodeposition from trace water, resulting in the formation of nanotubes. Variation in the resulting density, diameter, and height of nanotubes was demonstrated by varying the electropolymerization protocol, conditions, or electrolyte used. The wetting induced by the nanotube formation results in the surfaces formed having both high contact angles with water (W) and strong adhesion, despite all polymers being intrinsically hydrophilic. This one-step and easily tunable approach to nanotube formation has potential to advance applications in membrane design, water transport and harvesting, as well as sensor design.
Catechol diacetate derivatives for inducing the production of nerve growth factor to treat degenerative diseases in the central nervous system
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, (2008/06/13)
A pharmaceutical composition for the treatment of regressive disorders of the central nervous system treatable by inducing the production and secretion of nerve growth factor, containing as an active ingredient a catechol derivative of the formula STR1 where R6 is a lower alkyl group having 2 to 5 carbon atoms. The catechol derivatives provide preventative and remedial effects for regressive disorders in the central nervous system including senile dementia of the alzheimer type.
Hair dyeing composition containing an aryldiamine and a substituted catechol
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, (2008/06/13)
A composition for use in the dyeing of keratinous fibre such as hair includes an aqueous anaerobic solution of an aryldiamine and a substituted catechol. Optionally, an aromatic coupling agent can also be incorporated in the composition to modify the shade of color produced. Anaerobic storage conditions can, for example, be maintained by packing the composition in an aerosol container with a halocarbon propellant.