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Engineering, Chemical
Maria Camila Montoya-Ospina, Henk Verhoogt, Mark Ordner, Xiao Tan, Tim A. Osswald
Summary: Maleic anhydride-grafted-polyethylene was cross-linked using 4,4'-dithiodianiline, and the thermal and mechanical properties of the resulting polyethylene vitrimers with different cross-linking density were investigated. The degree of crystallinity decreased with increasing cross-linking density, leading to a decrease in yield strength and creep performance. The vitrimers exhibited higher onset degradation temperature, decomposition rate, and damping properties with increased cross-linking density. Additionally, reprocessing of the polyethylene vitrimers did not significantly affect their mechanical properties.
POLYMER ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Isamu Kawarazaki, Mikihiro Hayashi, Akitsugu Shibata, Michihiro Kaai
Summary: This study investigates the effects of domain cross-linking on tensile properties of ABA triblock copolymers, highlighting improvements in stress and recovery properties. The research provides essential insights for understanding the mechanical properties of block copolymer-based materials and suggests potential modifications for enhancing their physical properties.
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Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yujia Liu, Yu Long, Qingyui Wang, Chuncheng Hao, Qingquan Lei, Xiangjin Guo
Summary: The effect of different mass fractions of cross-linking agent on the cross-linking degree and electrical properties of cross-linked polyethylene was studied. The experimental results showed that when the mass fraction of DCP was 2.5 wt% and BIPB was 1.5 wt%, the cross-linking degree and breakdown field strength were the highest. Compared to BIPB, DCP as a cross-linking agent led to lower breakdown strength but higher conductivity due to the presence of more impurities and increased space charge accumulation.
MATERIALS RESEARCH EXPRESS
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Yunwei Niu, Jiahe Wu, Yanxiang Kang, Qixuan Zhao, Zuobing Xiao, Di Zhao
Summary: The field of mechanical stimuli-responsive microcapsules has had significant impact on various applications such as damage visualization, self-healing coatings, aromatic embedding, drug delivery, and tactile simulation. Smart microcapsule technology leverages the embedding ability of microcapsules to trigger the release of core materials in specific environments. Mechanical stimulation is one of the most easily employed methods for triggering release compared to pH and temperature, leading to emerging research on release of core materials triggered by mechanical events. This review introduces the characteristics of materials responsive to mechanical stimuli, summarizes various mechanical trigger release modes and associated techniques, and explores applications, challenges, and future directions of mechanical stimuli-responsive microcapsules.
PROGRESS IN ORGANIC COATINGS
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Wei-Hua Han, Qing-Yu Wang, Yuan-Yi Kang, Li-Rui Shi, Yu Long, Xin Zhou, Chun-Cheng Hao
Summary: This review comprehensively discusses the cross-linking electrospinning system for the first time, including cross-linking strategies, cross-linking mechanisms, and applications of cross-linked electrospun nanofibers. The significance of cross-linking electrospinning and the challenges in constructing this system are also highlighted.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
He Zhang, Kaipeng Chen, Jinglei Yang
Summary: A novel microencapsulation technique based on inverse emulsion was successfully established to encapsulate aqueous phases with different functions. The quality of microcapsules was adjusted by using different cross-linkers, with higher functionality leading to better impermeability of the microcapsule shell. This technique demonstrated versatility in encapsulating a wide variety of water-soluble/dispersible substances, except for strong inorganic acids.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2022)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Yuxia Pang, Yanning Sun, Yanling Luo, Mingsong Zhou, Xueqing Qiu, Conghua Yi, Hongming Lou
Summary: The all-lignin microcapsules fabricated by crosslinking lignin particles at the Pickering emulsion droplets interface showed ideal shell thickness and a double-layer structure, with potential for encapsulating hydrophobic substances like photosensitive pesticides. The significant sustained-release performance of these microcapsules, demonstrated by retaining 93.7% of the core material after UV irradiation, indicates excellent protection provided by lignin's ultraviolet absorption property.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2021)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Yueqi An, Shanbai Xiong, Ru Liu, Juan You, Tao Yin, Yang Hu
Summary: The brittleness of surimi gels is related to the cross-linking degree, with water holding capacity decreasing and pore equivalent diameter and fractal dimension showing a trend of first decreasing and then increasing with the increase in cross-links. Controlling cross-links appropriately can regulate the texture of surimi gels and improve product mouthfeel.
JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
(2021)
Article
Thermodynamics
Xiao Wan, Baris Demir, Meng An, Tiffany R. Walsh, Nuo Yang
Summary: Epoxy resins are widely used polymer matrices for various applications, but the molecular-level knowledge needed to fully exploit their potential is still limited. This study uses molecular dynamics simulations to explore the relationships between thermal conductivity, mechanical properties, and cross-linking degree in an exemplar epoxy resin. The results suggest that both the elastic modulus and thermal transport of the resin increase with greater cross-linking, providing insights for designing customized epoxy resins with desirable thermal and mechanical attributes.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEAT AND MASS TRANSFER
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Qiang Yang, Jing Guo, Yuanfa Liu, Fucheng Guan, Jingxing Song, Xueyong Gong
Summary: The novel C/AKP composite fibers with a multiple cross-linking network showed enhanced properties such as stronger crystallization ability and higher orientation degree, reaching optimal performance at a GA content of 0.2 wt%.
ADVANCED FIBER MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Xiaoyang He, Shuangshuang Zhao, Zhao Zhang, Lei Dai, Yang Qin, Na Ji, Liu Xiong, Rui Shi, Qingjie Sun
Summary: This study developed a new strategy for producing starch straws with desirable properties using extrusion, retrogradation, and sodium trimetaphosphate (STMP) cross-linking. The cross-linked straws showed higher stiffness and thermal stability compared to the controls. The findings suggest a potential way to produce biodegradable straws from starch while addressing plastic pollution problems.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zhixuan Liang, Yiheng Li, Liu He, Zhi Gao, Zhenbin Tang, Yiting Xu, Birong Zeng, Weiang Luo, Guorong Chen, Conghui Yuan, Lizong Dai
Summary: A delayed cross-linking strategy is developed to make hydrogels evolvable. The study shows that mechanical stimulation can strengthen the hydrogels, and the hydrogels can self-evolve in a damage-healing process.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
K. P. Sonu, Le Zhou, Santidan Biswas, John Klier, Anna C. Balazs, Todd Emrick, Shelly R. Peyton
Summary: Hydrogels are water-swollen networks that have various applications in biomaterials and biotechnology. This study successfully synthesized multifunctional polymers to create hydrogels with reversible and irreversible cross-links. These strain-stiffening hydrogels have potential applications as biomaterials, particularly in emerging fields like tissue engineering.
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Polymer Science
Tiziana Bardelli, Claudia Marano, Francesco Briatico Vangosa
Summary: This study investigates the change in elastic properties of polydimethylsiloxane induced by changes in cross-linking conditions. The results show that the curing temperature has a significant influence on the mechanical properties, while the heating rate does not significantly affect the elastic modulus. Additionally, swelling experiments can be used as a reliable tool to predict the elastic modulus of polydimethylsiloxane.
EXPRESS POLYMER LETTERS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Ying Wang, Pan Pan, Xiaoxing Yan
Summary: In this study, a chitosan-modified nano-silver solution was used as the core material to obtain antibacterial microcapsules by coating melamine formaldehyde resin onto the core material. Orthogonal experiments were conducted to explore the significant factors affecting the coverage rate and output of the microcapsules and the best preparation technology. The results showed that the concentration of the emulsifier had the most significant effect on the preparation of the microcapsules. The higher the concentration of the emulsifier, the better the dispersed morphology and coverage rate of the microcapsules. The antibacterial properties of the coatings prepared with the microcapsules were analyzed and found to be excellent.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Imane Hadef, Barbara Roge, Florence Edwards-Levy
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Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Orianne Henri, Chris Pouehe, Mahmoud Houssari, Ludovic Galas, Lionel Nicol, Florence Edwards-Levy, Jean-Paul Henry, Anais Dumesnil, Ines Boukhalfa, Sebastien Banquet, Damien Schapman, Christian Thuillez, Vincent Richard, Paul Mulder, Ebba Brakenhielm
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Chemistry, Physical
Jonathan Gubspun, Pierre-Yves Gires, Clement de Loubens, Dominique Barthes-Biesel, Julien Deschamps, Marc Georgelin, Marc Leonetti, Eric Leclerc, Florence Edwards-Levy, Anne-Virginie Salsac
COLLOID AND POLYMER SCIENCE
(2016)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Minh-Hang Nguyen, Thi-Xuan Chu, Long Nguyen, Hai-Binh Nguyen, Chun-Wei Lee, Fan-Gang Tseng, Te-Chang Chen, Ming-Chang Lee
JOURNAL OF ELECTRONIC MATERIALS
(2016)
Article
Mechanics
C. de Loubens, J. Deschamps, F. Edwards-Levy, M. Leonetti
JOURNAL OF FLUID MECHANICS
(2016)
Article
Mechanics
J. Gubspun, C. de Loubens, R. Trozzo, J. Deschamps, M. Georgelin, F. Edwards-Levy, M. Leonetti
FLUID DYNAMICS RESEARCH
(2017)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Chu T. Xuan, Nguyen T. Thuy, Tran T. Luyen, Tran T. T. Huyen, Mai A. Tuan
JOURNAL OF ELECTRONIC MATERIALS
(2017)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Pham Van Hao, Pham Duc Thanh, Chu Thi Xuan, Nguyen Hoang Hai, Mai Anh Tuan
JOURNAL OF ELECTRONIC MATERIALS
(2017)
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Doriane Vesperini, Oriane Chaput, Nadege Munier, Pauline Maire, Florence Edwards-Levy, Anne-Virginie Salsac, Anne Le Goff
MEDICAL ENGINEERING & PHYSICS
(2017)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Xuan T. Chu, Quan V. V. Trieu, Thinh Q. Tran, Thanh D. Pham, Trung Q. Vu, Thuy H. Tran, Tuan A. Mai
JOURNAL OF NANOMATERIALS
(2018)
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Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Luyen Thi Tran, Thinh Quang Tran, Ha Phu Ho, Xuan Thi Chu, Tuan Anh Mai
JOURNAL OF NANOMATERIALS
(2019)
Article
Electrochemistry
Vu Thi Oanh, Chu Thi Xuan, Le Manh Tu, Nguyen Xuan Viet, Nguyen Duc Hoa
Summary: This paper introduces a simplified chemical method for the direct synthesis of nickel hydroxide nanostructures on a porous nickel foam for an electrochemical glucose sensor. The synthesized material is characterized and tested for glucose concentration measurement and real serum samples, demonstrating its potential as a low-cost, sensitive, stable, and selective platform for non-enzymatic glucose sensors.
JOURNAL OF THE ELECTROCHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2022)
Article
Electrochemistry
Thi-Xuan Chu, Van-Phu Vu, Hong-Thuy Tran, Thi-Luyen Tran, Quang-Thinh Tran, Tu Le Manh
JOURNAL OF THE ELECTROCHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2020)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Pham Van Hao, Chu Thi Xuan, Pham Duc Thanh, Nguyen-Tran Thuat, Nguyen Hoang Hai, Mai Anh Tuan
JOURNAL OF SCIENCE-ADVANCED MATERIALS AND DEVICES
(2018)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Imane Hadef, Mehdi Omri, Florence Edwards-Levy, Christophe Bliard
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2017)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Panpan Zhang, Xu Wang, Yangyang Yang, Haifeng Yang, Chunsheng Lu, Mingru Su, Yu Zhou, Aichun Dou, Xiaowei Li, Xiaochuan Hou, Yunjian Liu
Summary: In this study, the influence of transition metal doping on the electronic and mechanical properties and electrochemical performance of 2HMoS2/NC was investigated using Cobalt (Co) as an example. Co doping was found to effectively improve the electronic conductivity and active site areas of 2H-MoS2/NC at different positions, optimizing the adsorption and diffusion capability of potassium ions. Furthermore, the study revealed the optimal roles of different types of nitrogen atoms in kinetic adsorption, diffusion, and interfacial stability of potassium ions. These findings provide guidance for the experimental design of high rate 2H-MoS2/NC electrode materials and the optimal design of other functional composite materials.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zeeshan Ajmal, Mahmood Ul Haq, Shahid Zaman, M. K. Al-Muhanna, Anuj Kumar, Mohammed M. Fadhali, Siwar Ben Hadj Hassine, Muhammas Qasim, K. F. Alshammari, Ghulam Abbas Ashraf, Abdul Qadeer, Adil Murtaza, Sulaiman Al-Sulaimi, Huaqiang Zeng
Summary: This study presents a novel heterojunction structure (SrTiO3/CN-TAL10.0) for enhanced photocatalytic water splitting (PWS). The incorporation of thiophenedicarboxaldehyde (TAL) through copolymerization significantly improves the photocatalytic activity of carbon nitride (CN) while maintaining its photostability performance. The optimized composition allows efficient isolation of photoinduced charge carriers and enhanced charge transport, resulting in a remarkable increase in overall photocatalytic efficiency.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Angela Arnosa-Prieto, Patricia Diaz-Rodriguez, Manuel A. Gonzalez-Gomez, Pelayo Garcia-Acevedo, Lisandra de Castro-Alves, Yolanda Pineiro, Jose Rivas
Summary: Macrophages can exhibit different phenotypes depending on the microenvironment and the characteristics of magnetic iron oxide nanoparticles (MNPs). This study demonstrates that the concentration and morphology of MNPs can influence the polarization of macrophages. The findings have implications for therapeutics targeting tissue regeneration and tumor progression.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yu Fang, Cheng-Ye Zhu, Hao-Cheng Yang, Chao Zhang, Zhi-Kang Xu
Summary: This study demonstrates the advantages of vacuum-assisted interfacial polymerization (VAIP) in fabricating polyimide nanofiltration membranes. By using vacuum filtration, aqueous solutions of PIP can be evenly distributed on different microfiltration substrates, leading to the fabrication of uniform and ultra-thin polyamide layers with excellent performance. The membranes exhibit high rejection rates and water permeance, as well as satisfactory long-term stability.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Isaac J. Gresham, Edwin C. Johnson, Hayden Robertson, Joshua D. Willott, Grant B. Webber, Erica J. Wanless, Andrew R. J. Nelson, Stuart W. Prescott
Summary: Understanding the interactions between polymers and surfactants is crucial for optimizing commercial systems. This study tested the behavior of polymer-surfactant systems, revealing that they do not behave like polyelectrolytes in the presence of salt. Additionally, the structure of polymer-surfactant complexes under confinement differs from that of polyelectrolytes.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yunxiao Xie, Cui Liu, Jie Zhang, Yan Li, Bin Li, Shilin Liu
Summary: This study aimed to improve the microstructure and rheological properties of W/W Pickering emulsions by crosslinking sodium alginate at the water-water interface, thereby enhancing the activity of encapsulated probiotics in simulated gastrointestinal digestion.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Sang Ho Lee, Yige Sun, Patrick S. Grant
Summary: This research developed an effective approach to enhance the charging rates of lithium ion batteries (LIBs) by strategically incorporating carbon nanotube (CNT) conductivity boosters into Li4Ti5O12 (LTO) electrodes. Multi-layer architectures comprising CNT-rich and CNT-free LTO electrode layers were manufactured using a layer-by-layer spray coating method to promote charge transfer kinetics of high mass loading electrodes. The best performing multi-layer was paired with a spray-coated LiFePO4 (LFP) positive electrode, resulting in attractive power performance that outperformed conventional LTO || LFP combinations.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jingwei Liang, Shaobin Li, Fengbo Li, Li Zhang, Yufeng Jiang, Huiyuan Ma, Kun Cheng, Liang Qing
Summary: A molybdenum-regulated self-supporting electrode material with rich vacancy defects has been successfully synthesized and shows exceptional catalytic activities and stability for electrocatalytic overall water splitting. This study provides a new perspective for the design and synthesis of non-precious metal bifunctional electrocatalysts.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jonas Blahnik, Jennifer Schuster, Rainer Mueller, Eva Mueller, Werner Kunz
Summary: This study investigates the relationship between the morphology of PMMA monopolymers and PMMA-PHEMA copolymers with the expected nature of surfactant-free microemulsions (SFMEs) before polymerization. It is found that previously mesostructured, surfactant-free mixtures can produce porous polymers of different morphologies, while unstructured, oil-rich regions lead to solid, transparent polymers without nanostructured morphologies. Additionally, a surfactant-based reference system shows similar phase behavior and polymer morphologies as the comparable surfactant-free system, indicating the importance of the hydrotropic behavior of HEMA in this system.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zheng-Fen Pu, Wen-Zhi She, Rong Sheng Li, Qiu-Lin Wen, Bi-Chao Wu, Chun-Hua Li, Jian Ling, Qiue Cao
Summary: This study synthesized two framework-isomeric covalent organic frameworks (COFs) and discovered that the light scattering signal of COFs can be used for the analytical detection of lead ions. By controlling synthesis conditions and introducing regulators, the morphology of COFs could be controlled and framework-isomeric COFs could be precisely synthesized.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yuchen Weng, Ying Hong, Jingyu Deng, Sicheng Cao, Li-Juan Fan
Summary: This paper reports the preparation of dynamic color-changing fluorescent polymer nanoparticles (PNPs) by constructing a fluorescence resonance energy transfer (FRET) pair. The PNPs show excellent anti-counterfeiting effects and reproducibility. The study demonstrates a promising encryption strategy that can achieve multiple outputs with simple operation.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Guodong Liu, Zijian Wang, Jianing Wang, Hanbin Liu, Zhijian Li
Summary: This study investigates the combination of multicolor switchable polyaniline (PANI) electrode and 1-methyl-4,4'-bipyridyl iodide (MBI), which demonstrates superior optical properties in visible and near-infrared light modulation, as well as excellent electrochemical performances. This combination can be used to develop novel electrochromic devices for applications in smart packaging, smart labels, and flexible smart windows.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Huying Yan, Yang Guo, Xingzhi Bai, Jiawei Qi, Haipeng Lu
Summary: By modifying Ti3C2Tx through heterogeneous interface engineering, optimized impedance matching is achieved, leading to enhanced electromagnetic wave absorption performance.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Kehu Zhang, Yang Zhou, Silvia Moreno, Simona Schwarz, Susanne Boye, Brigitte Voit, Dietmar Appelhans
Summary: This article presents an advanced crosslinking strategy to fabricate clustered polymersomes using host-guest interactions. By controlling the input of crosslinker and environmental conditions, reversible aggregation and disassembly of these polymersomes can be achieved. The size and structure of these clustered polymersomes can be regulated and visualized through a fluorescent enzymatic cascade reaction.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Junjie Xu, Weixiong Huang, Ruiling Li, Li Li, Jinjin Ma, Jiaou Qi, Haiyan Ma, Min Ruan, Lilin Lu
Summary: In this study, a potassium doped palladium catalyst was developed for acetylene hydrogenation, showing excellent catalytic performance and durability. The doping of potassium effectively weakened the adsorption of ethylene, improved ethylene selectivity, and lowered the barriers of hydrogen activation and transfer reactions.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)