Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Puttavva Meti, D. B. Mahadik, Kyu-Yeon Lee, Qi Wang, Kazuyoshi Kanamori, Young-Dae Gong, Hyung-Ho Park
Summary: This paper provides an overview of the strategies for strengthening silica aerogels using organic-inorganic hybridization. The mechanical properties of silica aerogels can be enhanced by incorporating polymers. The properties of composite aerogels can be adjusted by modifying the composition. The interfacial interaction between silica and polymers and the strengthening mechanism are discussed, and synthesis strategies and technical challenges are highlighted.
MATERIALS & DESIGN
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Meng-Hua Li, Ming-Hua You, Mei-Jin Lin
Summary: The study of supramolecular isomerism in coordination compounds provides insights into self-assembly and structure-property relationships. By synthesizing viologen-based 3d-4f hetereobimetallic supramolecular isomers, the researchers were able to create multifunctional compounds with tunable properties depending on synthetic conditions. These compounds exhibited distinct photochromic behaviors and switchable photoluminescence, showing the influence of binding modes and electron-accepting abilities on their properties.
CRYSTAL GROWTH & DESIGN
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Gwangmin Bae, Gwang-Mun Choi, Changui Ahn, Sang-Min Kim, Wonsik Kim, Youngjun Choi, Dawon Park, Dongchan Jang, Jung-Wuk Hong, Seung Min Han, Byeong-Soo Bae, Seokwoo Jeon
Summary: The new hybrid nanocomposite material combines organic-inorganic hybrid material with continuous and ordered 3D inorganic nanoshell as additional reinforcement, resulting in metal-like hardness, excellent impact resistance, good flexibility, and high transparency in the visible regions.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
J. C. Barbosa, A. Fidalgo-Marijuan, J. C. Dias, R. Goncalves, M. Salado, C. M. Costa, S. Lanceros-Mendez
Summary: The growing demand for energy storage devices has led to the search for more efficient and sustainable systems. To address the safety and environmental issues associated with lithium-ion batteries, organic material-based batteries are being explored as alternatives. This review provides an overview of recent advances in organic radical batteries, focusing on different battery components, materials, and processes. The importance of this topic for the development of sustainable energy storage systems and the challenges currently hindering the widespread use of these batteries are also discussed.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yanli Ma, Hailiang Wu, Yanqin Shen
Summary: We report the synthesis of novel organic-inorganic hybrid block copolymers containing POSS through core-first ATRP method. The crosslinked copolymers form 3-dimensional networks and show different self-assembly behaviors and surface properties based on their chemical structures. The aggregates formed by the hybrid copolymers vary from spherical micelles to dendritic cylinders with increasing number of arms. The hydrophobic property of the hybrid copolymer films improves gradually from linear monobrachial copolymers to star six-arm copolymers. The adhesive performance evaluation indicates that copolymer with the highest density of branches has the best adhesive strength to the glass substrate.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Lars Fritze, Maximilian Fest, Andreas Helbig, Tobias Bischof, Ivo Krummenacher, Holger Braunschweig, Maik Finze, Holger Helten
Summary: The doping of alpha-oligofurans with boron leads to the formation of new materials with favorable optoelectronic properties, tunable emission colors in the visible range, and robust optical features. Spectroelectrochemical investigations reveal the reversible reduction of these materials to radical anions and subsequently to dianions, demonstrating their oxidatively stable nature.
Article
Polymer Science
Qiuxia Peng, Jiajun Ma, Ji Wu, Ruichao Chen, Zejun Pu, Jiachun Zhong, Junxiao Yang
Summary: With the rapid development of high-frequency and high-speed communication technology, the dielectric properties of benzocyclobutene (BCB) resin need improvement. This study presents a solution for reducing the dielectric constant of DVSBCB resin using novel BCB-functionalized organic-inorganic hybrid microspheres (BMPS). The BMPS showed high compatibility with DVSBCB resin and effectively reduced its dielectric constant, making it a promising choice for high-frequency and high-speed communication applications.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yingyi Wen, Guan-E Wang, Xiaoming Jiang, Xiaoliang Ye, Wenhua Li, Gang Xu
Summary: This research proposed a coordination assembly strategy to create a single-crystal covalent OIHSL PbBDT, which offers better stability and performance in gas sensing applications.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yuanwei Wang, Haoxuan Li, Dong Wang, Ben Zhong Tang
Summary: The emergence of aggregation-induced emission (AIE) has greatly promoted the development of various fields including chemical sensing, bioimaging, theranostics, and photoelectric devices. Integrating AIE luminogens with functionalized supporting agents is an intriguing strategy for constructing high-performance versatile materials. Inorganic nanomaterials have attracted scientific interest in functionalizing AIE luminogens by combining their advantages.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Angus W. Ritchie, Harrison J. Cox, Hassan Gonabadi, Steve J. Bull, Jas Pal S. Badyal
Summary: ASPD is a single-step, low-temperature, and dry method for preparing high refractive index hybrid polymer or polymer-inorganic nanocomposite coatings. Thin films with high refractive index can be easily deposited onto various substrates by using ASPD.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Chumei Ye, Lauren N. McHugh, Celia Chen, Sian E. Dutton, Thomas D. Bennett
Summary: Crystalline materials have been crucial for the development of hybrid organic-inorganic perovskites (HOIPs), leading to interesting applications like solar cells and optoelectronic devices. Recently, the glassy state of HOIPs, which retains the basic building blocks of crystalline HOIPs but lacks long-range periodic order, has been discovered. The emerging family of glasses formed from HOIPs exhibit diverse properties complementary to their crystalline state. This mini review highlights the chemical diversity of 3D and 2D crystalline HOIPs and showcases the production of glasses from these materials, with a focus on achievements in melt-quenched glasses. Our perspective on the future of this new family of materials is also provided.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Ki-Woong Park, Won-Ju Cho
Summary: This study proposes tunable pH sensors based on EDLT with time-dependent sensitivity characteristics. The sensitivity of the sensors can be adjusted simply by changing the measurement time. Experimental results show that tunable sensitivity can be achieved by using a single EDLT without additional gate electrodes. The proposed sensors exhibit repeatable and stable sensing operations.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Mohamed Gamal Mohamed, Mohamed Hammad Elsayed, Yunsheng Ye, Maha Mohamed Samy, Ahmed E. Hassan, Tharwat Hassan Mansoure, Zhenhai Wen, Ho-Hsiu Chou, Kuei-Hsien Chen, Shiao-Wei Kuo
Summary: This study constructed two new hybrid porous polymers (OVS-P-TPA and OVS-P-F HPPs) with high yield based on silsesquioxane cage nanoparticles through effective and one-pot Heck coupling reactions. Various instruments were used to verify the successful syntheses of both OVS-HPPs, and all spectroscopic data confirmed the incorporation and linkage of P, TPA, and F units into the POSS cage to form porous OVS-HPP materials. The OVS-P-F HPP showed high thermal stability, large specific surface area, and a significant specific surface area, while the OVS-P-TPA HPP displayed promising HER value.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Teresa Lee, Daniel B. Straus, Xianghan Xu, Weiwei Xie, Robert J. Cava
Summary: Magnetically active atomic distances can directly or indirectly impact the magnetic ordering in a given system. We synthesized three novel quasi-one-dimensional organic-inorganic hybrid cobalt chloride chain compounds and characterized their magnetic and thermodynamic properties. These compounds exhibit anti-ferromagnetic intrachain coupling and the strength of correlations is comparable across the three materials. The interchain Co-Co distance, which is determined by the size of the organic cation, is directly related to the temperature of long-range magnetic ordering.
CHEMISTRY OF MATERIALS
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Isabela Jasper, Tatiana Lima Valerio, Vanessa Klobukoski, Camila Melo Pesqueira, Jonas Massaneiro, Luan Pereira Camargo, Luiz Henrique Dall' Antonia, Marcio Vidotti
Summary: Electrochemical sensors have wide-ranging applications in environmental, industrial, and chemical analysis. This review provides an overview of two types of sensors: electrocatalytic sensors, which involve oxidation and reduction reactions through electron transfer, and photoelectrocatalytic sensors, which involve a current response due to light incidence and redox reactions. The review also discusses how the detection capacity and behavior of these sensors can be influenced by various factors related to the electrode material. Inorganic, organic, and hybrid materials are compared for their use in electrocatalytic and photoelectrocatalytic sensors.
Article
Polymer Science
Pengfei Xie, Jiao Wang, Jianbo Li, Qian Cheng, Keyu Zhou, Jie Ren
JOURNAL OF POLYMER SCIENCE PART A-POLYMER CHEMISTRY
(2019)
Article
Polymer Science
Xuefang Wang, Ziyuan Song, Zhengzhong Tan, Lingyang Zhu, Tianrui Xue, Shixian Lv, Zihuan Fu, Xuetao Zheng, Jie Ren, Jianjun Cheng
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Haifeng Niu, Jianbo Li, Xuefang Wang, Zhe Qiang, Jie Ren
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Fan Ji, Jianbo Li, Yunxuan Weng, Jie Ren
MATERIALS RESEARCH EXPRESS
(2020)
Article
Materials Science, Biomaterials
Yijue Wang, Liqing Zou, Zhe Qiang, Jianhai Jiang, Zhengfei Zhu, Jie Ren
ACS BIOMATERIALS SCIENCE & ENGINEERING
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Jiao Wang, Jianbo Li, Xuefang Wang, Qian Cheng, Yunxuan Weng, Jie Ren
REACTIVE & FUNCTIONAL POLYMERS
(2020)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Fuhong Luo, Alexander Fortenberry, Jie Ren, Zhe Qiang
FRONTIERS IN CHEMISTRY
(2020)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Haifeng Niu, Zhe Qiang, Jie Ren
Summary: A magnetic-responsive superhydrophobic melamine sponge has been developed with high water contact angle, excellent oil absorption capacity, durability, and recyclability. This sponge can efficiently separate oils and water, and recover organics from water using a pump.
Article
Polymer Science
Fuhong Luo, Jianbo Li, Fan Ji, Yunxuan Weng, Jie Ren
Summary: This study successfully synthesized a PLA-based thermoplastic elastomer (PLATPE) with high toughness and ductility, which was then utilized to prepare PLA-based shape memory polymer materials with high shape fixation rates. By further modifying the PLA/PCLTPU shape memory polymer system with compound plasticizers, a low-temperature-response shape memory polymer was obtained, showing promising potential for biomedical materials applications.
Article
Polymer Science
Jiaying Gong, Zhe Qiang, Jie Ren
Summary: A one-step reactive extrusion process has been demonstrated to toughen the PLA blend without sacrificing its mechanical strength and degradability. The optimized condition led to an improved elongation at break of 15.95%, which is 3.1 times of the PLA and 1.5 times of the PLA/PHBV blend without the initiator.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Haifeng Niu, Jianbo Li, Zhe Qiang, Jie Ren
Summary: This study developed an elastic carbon sorbent through the pyrolysis of melamine foam, which possesses light weight, superhydrophobicity, high mechanical strength, and efficient oil uptake capability. The sorbent can significantly reduce the viscosity of heavy crude oil under mild sunlight exposure or low voltage, offering a fast cleanup approach for accidental oil spills under all weather conditions. Overall, the carbonized melamine foam provides an ideal material solution for large-scale crude oil cleanup through its versatile and efficient cleanup approaches.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Haifeng Niu, Jianbo Li, Quan Cai, Xuefang Wang, Fuhong Luo, Jiaying Gong, Zhe Qiang, Jie Ren
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Qiaochu Hua, Zhe Qiang, Maoquan Chu, Donglu Shi, Jie Ren
ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS
(2019)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Nuo Ji, Guang Hu, Jianbo Li, Jie Ren
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yihan Li, Zhe Qiang, Xie Chen, Jie Ren
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Deyong Zheng, Huihui Jin, Yucong Liao, Pengxia Ji
Summary: In this study, a highly stable and efficient catalyst, fluorine-doped Co3O4 (F-Co3O4), was developed for hydrogen production by water electrolysis. The F-Co3O4 catalyst exhibited a remarkable reduction in overpotential and demonstrated excellent stability for over 100 hours.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Ziwen Lv, Jintao Wang, Fengyi Wang, Jianqiang Wang, Fuquan Li, Hongtao Chen
Summary: Adding Cu6Sn5 nano particles can effectively inhibit the overgrowth of intermetallic compounds at the interfaces of solder joints in electronic devices, providing a solution to this issue. A new growth mechanism of intermetallic compounds at the interfaces was identified.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jun Wang, Jiawei Chen, Wanru Liao, Fangyang Liu, Min Liu, Liangxing Jiang
Summary: A BiOI/AgI/Ag plasmonic heterostructure photocathode was successfully designed through electrodeposition, ion-exchange, and illumination methods. This photocathode exhibits superior performance in photoelectrochemical water splitting.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xiaoxiao Liu, Xianxian Zhou, Xiaotao Ma, Qinbo Yuan, Shibin Liu
Summary: In this study, the authors propose a method to accelerate the reaction of polysulfides in lithium-sulfur batteries using a Ni@OC Mott-Schottky heterojunction as a catalyst. The experimental results demonstrate that the charge redistribution at the Ni@OC interface accelerates electron transfer and enhances catalytic activity, leading to improved reaction kinetics and battery performance.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Dayou Ma, Mohammad Rezasefat, Joziel Aparecido da Cruz, Sandro Campos Amico, Marco Giglio, Andrea Manes
Summary: The matrix has a significant effect on the impact resistance of composite materials. Replacing a brittle polymer with a more flexible one can improve impact resistance, but it poses challenges to standard testing methods. This study designs a new fixture for testing the low-velocity impact of soft composites and investigates the effect of the fixture on the mechanical performance.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Lingchang Wang, Qihang Yang, Huzhen Li, Ming Wei, Qian Wang, Zhenzhong Hu, Mengmeng Zhen
Summary: Bronze titanium dioxide (TiO2(B)) is a promising anode material for lithium-ion batteries due to its high specific capacity. However, its practical applications are hindered by poor conductivity and limited electrochemical kinetics. In this study, TiO2(B)-carbon nanosheets heterostructures are synthesized to enhance the cycling performance and rate capability of TiO2(B).
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Atul Thakur, Ritesh Verma, Ankush Chauhan, Fayu Wan, Preeti Thakur
Summary: In this study, BaFe12O19 and BaFe12O19: Epoxy (50:50) nanocomposites were synthesized using the co-precipitation method. The structural information and material properties, such as crystallite size and electrical conductivity, were characterized by XRD, FESEM, EDX, and TEM techniques.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jingyu Wu, Xinyan Ma, Yong Yang
Summary: A well-defined CoS2@NC(CS-500) hierarchical binder-free catalyst cathode is constructed through in-situ grown of ZIF-67 on carbon cloth and high-temperature carbonization. The cathode shows excellent reaction kinetics and electrochemical performance, providing inspiration for developing advanced Li-CO2 battery catalysts.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Svetlana M. Posokhova, Vladimir A. Morozov, Kirill N. Boldyrev, Dina Deyneko, Erzhena T. Pavlova, Bogdan I. Lazoryak
Summary: This study explores the impact of synthesis method and composition on the structure and luminescence properties of K5Eu1-xHox(MoO4)4 with the palmierite-type matrix. The co-doping of Eu3+ and Ho3+ ions plays a critical role in manipulating charge transfer and luminescence efficiency in the visible and infrared regions.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jian Wang, Yeting Tao, Jingsheng Wang, Youtian Tao
Summary: A new electron-transport material iTPyBI-CN is developed through non-catalytic C-N coupling reaction. It exhibits better electroluminescence efficiency in organic light-emitting diodes compared to the commercial material TPBI, due to its twisted geometry and higher energy levels.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Tao Zhu, Feng Huang, Shuo Li, Yang Zhou
Summary: This article combines XRD analysis and microscopic structural observation to investigate the changes in limestone after high-temperature treatment. It finds that 500 degrees C is the critical temperature for crystalline and spatial arrangement changes in limestone, and the thermal conductivity, specific heat capacity, and heat storage coefficient gradually decrease after thermal treatment.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Muhammad Haekal Habibie, Fransiska Sri Herwahyu Krismastuti, Abdi Wira Septama, Faiza Maryani, Vivi Fauzia
Summary: This study focuses on the synthesis of zinc oxide nanostructure from zinc recovered from galvanization ash and highlights its potential as a sustainable source of zinc and as an antibacterial agent.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jingyi Li, Yixin Xing, Wei Gu, Shousi Lu
Summary: In this study, PC@CaP microparticles were fabricated using biomimetic mineralization. The results showed that under environmental stress, PC@CaP exhibited improved stability and antioxidative activity, indicating its potential use in high-added value fields.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yan Liu, Shunyou Chen
Summary: In this study, TNTs were used as a drug carrier and modified with ZIF-8 and silk fibroin to obtain a new drug loading platform. The results showed that this drug-loaded platform had a good drug release effect in vitro and could promote cell proliferation and osteogenic differentiation.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Chunhui Zhu, Wentao Wang, Qing Zhen, Xinning Huang, Shixin Li, Shaochang Wang, Xiaoping Ma, Xiaoxia Liu, Yalong Jiao, Kai Sun, Zhuangzhi Li, Huaixin Yang, Jianqi Li
Summary: A type of stacking fault is revealed in e-InSe crystal, which is associated with a small stacking-fault energy and shows exceptional plasticity.
