Abstract: A copolymer of DCPD-containing benzoxazine (DCPDBz) and cyanate ester resin forms a low-dielectric thermosetting polymeric material for making electronic components. A method of manufacturing the copolymer is also introduced. The method includes allowing DCPD-phenol oligomer, aniline, and paraformaldehyde to react at 110° C. for 6-12 hours before being extracted and baked to obtain DCPDBz; and mixing cyanate ester and the DCPDBz at 150° C.; heating the mixture up to 220° C.

Abstract: Provided herein are polypeptides that are selectively cleaved by cathepsin E. Also provided are methods of detecting cathepsin E. The methods comprise contacting cathepsin E with the polypeptides provided herein and detecting fluorescence. Further provided are methods of diagnosing cancer or pre-cancerous conditions in a subject. Also provided herein is a multilayered nanoparticle or a composition comprising the multilayer nanoparticle, wherein the multilayered nanoparticle comprises a negatively charged nanoparticle core or capsule coated with alternating positive and negative layers. Optionally, the positive layer comprises a positively charged protease degradable polypeptide. Optionally, the negative layer comprises a negatively charged therapeutic agent or a therapeutic agent and a means for providing the agent with a negative charge. For example, optionally, the therapeutic agent is linked to a negatively charged polymer.

Abstract: A series of novel phosphorus-containing compounds having the formula: is provided in which R1-R4, A, Q and m are as defined in the specification. A process for the preparation of the compound of formula (I) is also provided. A polymer of formula (PA), and preparation process and use thereof, as well as a polymer of formula (PI), and preparation process and use thereof are also provided.

Abstract: A series of novel phosphorus-containing compounds having the following formula is provided: in which: R1-R4, A, Q and m are as defined in the specification. A process for the preparation of the compound of formula (I) is also provided. A polymer of formula (PA), and preparation process and use thereof are further provided. A polymer of formula (PI), and preparation process and use thereof are also provided.

Abstract: An expansion apparatus suitable for an electronic apparatus is provided. The expansion apparatus includes a base, a supporter and an airflow guiding structure. The base has a first fan disposed therein. The supporter is pivoted to the base along a rotating axis and has a cooling channel. The cooling channel has a first port and a second port opposite to the first port. When the electronic apparatus is assembled to the supporter, the second port of the cooling channel faces to the electronic apparatus. The airflow guiding structure is disposed between the supporter and the base movably. When the supporter is pivoted relative to the base to an expanded state, an active airflow generated by the first fan is guided by the airflow guiding structure to pass through the base and the electronic apparatus. An electronic equipment including the expansion apparatus is also provided.

Abstract: A method for analyzing data utilizing a weighted suffix tree includes receiving at least one original data sequence. An original data sequence ID is assigned to the original data sequence, and the original data sequence includes an original datums. A weighted suffix tree is constructed according to the original datums of the original data sequence. The weighted suffix tree includes several nodes, and each node includes a weight set which is formed by the original data sequence ID. Group information for classifying the original datums into several groups is received. The nodes of the weighted suffix tree belonging to a same group are merged according to the group information. Data is analyzed according to the weighted suffix tree after being merged.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel phosphinated compounds of monofunctional, bifunctional, multifunctional phenols represented by the following formulae and their derivatives, and preparation methods thereof:

Abstract: A series of curing agents are provided. The curing agents are multi-functional and phosphorus-containing. The curing agents have excellent processability to be used as an epoxy resin curing agent. The curing agents can be cured to obtain a phosphorus-containing epoxy thermoset with flame retardancy characteristic. The epoxy thermosets are very fit for circuit board substrate having high glass transition temperature; semiconductor packaging material; and related materials.

Abstract: A series of novel phosphorus-containing compounds having the following formula is provided: in which: R1-R4, A, Q and m are as defined in the specification. A process for the preparation of the compound of formula (I) is also provided. A polymer of formula (PA), and preparation process and use thereof are further provided. A polymer of formula (PI), and preparation process and use thereof are also provided.

Abstract: Phosphorus-containing benzoxazine-based bisphenols and derivatives thereof are disclosed. The phosphorus-containing benzoxazine-based bisphenols are prepared by reacting DOPO with benzoxazine to form the phosphorus-containing benzoxazine-based bisphenols. The phosphorus-containing benzoxazine-based bisphenols can further to form advanced epoxy resins. The advanced epoxy resins can further be cured to form flame retardant epoxy thermosets.

Abstract: A series of novel phosphorus-containing compounds having the following formula is provided: in which: R1-R4, A, Q and m are as defined in the specification. A process for the preparation of the compound of formula (I) is also provided. A polymer of formula (PA), and preparation process and use thereof are further provided. A polymer of formula (PI), and preparation process and use thereof are also provided.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method for making a low-k, flame-retardant, bi-functional benzoxazine. The method includes the steps of dissolving phosphoric diamine with various functional groups, phenolic adamantane and paraformaldehyde in a solvent at 72° C. to 88° C. for 7 to 9 hours, and cooling and introducing the solution in n-hexane to separate the low-k, flame-retardant, phosphoric, bi-functional benzoxazine.

Abstract: A series of novel phosphorus-containing compounds having the following formula is provided: in which: R1-R4, A, Q and m are as defined in the specification. A process for the preparation of the compound of formula (I) is also provided. A polymer of formula (PA), and preparation process and use thereof are further provided. A polymer of formula (PI), and preparation process and use thereof are also provided.

Abstract: A composite dielectric material doped with rare earth metal oxide and a manufacturing method thereof are provided. The composite dielectric material is doped with nano-crystalline rare metal oxide which is embedded in silicon dioxide glass matrix, and the composite dielectric material of the nano-crystalline rare metal oxide and the silicon dioxide glass matrix is synthesized by the manufacturing method using sol-gel route. The dielectric value of the glass composite dielectric material is greater than that of pure rare metal oxide or that of silicon dioxide. In presence of magnetic field, the dielectric value of the composite dielectric material is substantially enhanced compared with that of the composite dielectric material at zero field.

Abstract: A composite dielectric material doped with rare earth metal oxide and a manufacturing method thereof are provided. The composite dielectric material is doped with nano-crystalline rare metal oxide which is embedded in silicon dioxide glass matrix, and the composite dielectric material of the nano-crystalline rare metal oxide and the silicon dioxide glass matrix is synthesized by the manufacturing method using sol-gel route. The dielectric value of the glass composite dielectric material is greater than that of pure rare metal oxide or that of silicon dioxide. In presence of magnetic field, the dielectric value of the composite dielectric material is substantially enhanced compared with that of the composite dielectric material at zero field.

Abstract: A composite dielectric material doped with rare earth metal oxide and a manufacturing method thereof are provided. The composite dielectric material is doped with nano-crystalline rare metal oxide which is embedded in silicon dioxide glass matrix, and the composite dielectric material of the nano-crystalline rare metal oxide and the silicon dioxide glass matrix is synthesized by the manufacturing method using sol-gel route. The dielectric value of the glass composite dielectric material is greater than that of pure rare metal oxide or that of silicon dioxide. In presence of magnetic field, the dielectric value of the composite dielectric material is substantially enhanced compared with that of the composite dielectric material at zero field.

Abstract: Provided herein are polypeptides that are selectively cleaved by cathepsin E. Also provided are methods of detecting cathepsin E. The methods comprise contacting cathepsin E with the polypeptides provided herein and detecting fluorescence. Further provided are methods of diagnosing cancer or pre-cancerous conditions in a subject. Also provided herein is a multilayered nanoparticle or a composition comprising the multilayer nanoparticle, wherein the multilayered nanoparticle comprises a negatively charged nanoparticle core or capsule coated with alternating positive and negative layers. Optionally, the positive layer comprises a positively charged protease degradable polypeptide. Optionally, the negative layer comprises a negatively charged therapeutic agent or a therapeutic agent and a means for providing the agent with a negative charge. For example, optionally, the therapeutic agent is linked to a negatively charged polymer.

Abstract: An intramolecularly-quenched, near infrared fluorescence probe that emits substantial fluorescence only after interaction with a target tissue (i.e., activation) is disclosed. The probe includes a polymeric backbone and a plurality of near infrared fluorochromes covalently linked to the backbone at fluorescence-quenching interaction-permissive positions separable by enzymatic cleavage at fluorescence activation sites. The probe optionally includes protective chains or fluorochrome spacers, or both. Also disclosed are methods of using the intramolecularly-quenched, near infrared fluorescence probes for in vivo optical imaging.

Abstract: A method for analyzing data utilizing a weighted suffix tree includes receiving at least one original data sequence. An original data sequence ID is assigned to the original data sequence, and the original data sequence includes an original datums. A weighted suffix tree is constructed according to the original datums of the original data sequence. The weighted suffix tree includes several nodes, and each node includes a weight set which is formed by the original data sequence ID. Group information for classifying the original datums into several groups is received. The nodes of the weighted suffix tree belonging to a same group are merged according to the group information. Data is analyzed according to the weighted suffix tree after being merged.

Abstract: An expansion apparatus suitable for an electronic apparatus is provided. The expansion apparatus includes a base, a supporter and an airflow guiding structure. The base has a first fan disposed therein. The supporter is pivoted to the base along a rotating axis and has a cooling channel. The cooling channel has a first port and a second port opposite to the first port. When the electronic apparatus is assembled to the supporter, the second port of the cooling channel faces to the electronic apparatus. The airflow guiding structure is disposed between the supporter and the base movably. When the supporter is pivoted relative to the base to an expanded state, an active airflow generated by the first fan is guided by the airflow guiding structure to pass through the base and the electronic apparatus. An electronic equipment including the expansion apparatus is also provided.