Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yuxiang Liu, Jin Zhang, Sheng Meng, ChiYung Yam, Thomas Frauenheim
Summary: In Van der Waals heterostructures of two-dimensional materials, photo-induced charge transfer from graphene to WS2 is found to be faster for holes than electrons. Interlayer charge transfer is correlated with the vibrational modes of graphene and WS2, and carrier dynamics can be modulated by external electric fields. The transfer rate at the heterointerface is governed by the coupling between donor and acceptor states, influenced by interlayer and intralayer relaxation processes.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hee-eun Kim, Seohyeon Jang, Hansol Lim, Woowon Chung, Inho Nam, Jin Ho Bang
Summary: This study explores the utilization of single metal atoms (SMAs) in lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). By embedding different noble metals (Au, Ag, and Pt) as SMAs in porous carbon materials, enhanced capacity and improved performance were observed. Among the different metals, Ag SMAs showed superior rate capability and long-term stability.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Minggang Xie, Chunguang Li, Siqi Zhang, Zhe Zhang, Yuxin Li, Xiao-Bo Chen, Zhan Shi, Shouhua Feng
Summary: The development of fast charging materials is crucial for large-scale and sustainable energy storage. This study presents a novel Bi2Se3-ZnSe heterostructure as an excellent fast charging material for Na+ storage. The introduction of ultrathin Bi2Se3 nanoplates with topological insulator metallic surfaces greatly reduces charge transfer resistance and improves overall electrical conductivity. The composite exhibits excellent high-rate performance and electrochemical stability, making it a promising alternative for further exploration of topological insulators and advanced heterostructures.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Xuejing Shen, Tao Sun, Lei Yang, Alexey Krasnoslobodtsev, Renat Sabirianov, Michael Sealy, Wai-Ning Mei, Zhanjun Wu, Li Tan
Summary: Researchers have developed rechargeable aluminum-ion batteries with high specific capacity and ultra-fast charging capability by using liquid metal alloy as anode, pushing the boundaries of electric double layers to facilitate high-rate charge transfer.
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Dawei Yang, Zhifu Liang, Chaoqi Zhang, Jordi Jacas Biendicho, Marc Botifoll, Maria Chiara Spadaro, Qiulin Chen, Mengyao Li, Alberto Ramon, Ahmad Ostovari Moghaddam, Jordi Llorca, Jiaao Wang, Joan Ramon Morante, Jordi Arbiol, Shu-Lei Chou, Andreu Cabot
Summary: An in situ grown C2N@NbSe2 heterostructure was presented as a promising Li-S catalyst and LiPS absorber, effectively overcoming the shuttle effect and sluggish conversion kinetics of lithium polysulfides. The heterostructured cathodes exhibited high initial capacity, impressive cycling stability, and high areal capacity, demonstrating the potential of C2N@NbSe2 heterostructures as multifunctional polysulfide mediators.
ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Guanghui Cheng, Baikui Li, Chunyu Zhao, Zijing Jin, Kei May Lau, Jiannong Wang
Summary: This study demonstrates that p-type and n-type conduction can be induced in unintentionally doped WS2 monolayers by forming a hybrid WS2/InGaN quantum dots heterostructure. The polarity of the WS2 channel can be controlled by the bias applied to the graphene electrode, providing a potential approach to develop ambipolar devices of ML transition metal dichalcogenides through photocarrier doping.
IEEE ELECTRON DEVICE LETTERS
(2021)
Editorial Material
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Christian Bauer, Simon Burkhardt, Neil P. Dasgupta, Linda Ager-Wick Ellingsen, Linda L. Gaines, Han Hao, Roland Hischier, Liangbing Hu, Yunhui Huang, Jurgen Janek, Chengdu Liang, Hong Li, Ju Li, Yangxing Li, Yi-Chun Lu, Wei Luo, Linda F. Nazar, Elsa A. Olivetti, Jens F. Peters, Jennifer L. M. Rupp, Marcel Weil, Jay F. Whitacre, Shengming Xu
Summary: Rechargeable batteries are expected to experience exponential growth in the next decade, thanks to the wider adoption of electric vehicles. An international expert panel has proposed a feasible pathway towards sustainable batteries, emphasizing the importance of vision, innovation, and practice.
NATURE SUSTAINABILITY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zongmin Chen, Yaping Xiong, Huazhong Liu, Mouzhi Huang, Xiao Yang, Ze Zhang, Zhenyu Yang, Jianxin Cai
Summary: The introduction of suitable catalytic hosts is an effective way to hinder the shuttling effect of lithium polysulfides (LPSs) in lithium-sulfur (Li-S) batteries. This study reports a heterostructure catalyst, WS2-TiO2, which accelerates the conversion between liquid-phase LPSs and solid-phase Li2S2/Li2S, leading to improved battery performance.
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Yibo Guo, Jinle Cai, Yunlong Liao, Jiahua Hu, Xiaomeng Zhou
Summary: Cyclic aging of lithium-ion batteries leads to capacity decline, impedance increase, and polarization deepening. A study was conducted on commercial 18650 lithium-ion batteries using fast charge/discharge cycles to determine the influence of cyclic aging on safety performance. The results showed a nonlinear three-stage change in aging, with higher charge/discharge rates exacerbating the aging state. Thermal abuse tests revealed that aged cells have better thermal stability but a higher risk of thermal runaway, possibly due to flammable gas and exothermic reactions during fast charge/discharge processes. This study highlights the potential for aged cells in products like electric vehicles to trigger thermal runaway.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
C. Zoerr, J. J. Sturm, S. Solchenbach, S. V. Erhard, A. Latz
Summary: This paper introduces a novel fast charging procedure that reduces the deposition of metallic lithium on the surface of the negative electrode by regulating the current through the correlation between electrode polarization and anode potential. The linear relationship between cell voltage and anode potential is shown independently of current rate, temperature, and initial SOC. By implementing anode potential regulation based on this relationship, the risk of unwanted lithium plating is significantly reduced. The advantage of this implementation is that it does not require a P2D model on a micro-controller, making it suitable for embedded systems.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Youyou Lv, Yingming Xu, Xiaoli Cheng, Shan Gao, Xianfa Zhang, Hui Zhao, Lihua Huo
Summary: In this study, WS2 nano-flowers were prepared by the solvothermal method and used as the matrix to form flower-like WS2@NS-C composite through polymerized pyrrole coating and calcination. The synergistic effect of the flower-like hierarchical construction and NS co-doped carbon network improved the electron/ion transport kinetics, created various pseudo-capacitive reaction sites, and buffered the volume variation and polysulfide dissolution. The composite exhibited exceptional stability and rate performance in lithium storage.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Guanjia Zhu, Dandan Luo, Xiaoyi Chen, Jianping Yang, Haijiao Zhang
Summary: This review surveys the recent advances of emerging multiscale porous anodes for fast charging lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). It clarifies the effects of pore parameters such as porosity, tortuosity, and gradient on fast charging ability from an electrochemical kinetic perspective. The review also presents efforts to implement multiscale porous anodes at both material and electrode levels and evaluates the essential merits and limitations of several quintessential fast charging porous anodes. Additionally, it highlights the challenges and future prospects of multiscale porous fast charging anode design associated with materials and electrodes.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jingjing He, Zhaoyong Jiao
Summary: The bilayer MoS2/C3N and trilayer C3N/MoS2/C3N heterostructures show excellent electrochemical performances and have potential as anode materials for Lithium-ion Batteries. The MoS2/C3N heterostructure exhibits good structural stability and electrical conductivity, with a low diffusion barrier for Li ions between its layers.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Qian Wang, Anmin Liu, Shaoming Qiao, Qiang Zhang, Chunhong Huang, Da Lei, Xiaoshan Shi, Gaohong He, Fengxiang Zhang
Summary: The low cycle stability of lithium sulfur (Li-S) batteries due to the shuttle effect and low conversion kinetics of polysulfides hinders their practical application. The MXene@WS2 heterostructure can provide more catalytic/adsorption active sites and facilitate electron transport, improving polysulfides conversion and long-term cycle stability. In this study, the MXene@WS2 heterostructure was constructed by in-situ hydrothermal growth for separator modification, and it exhibited high specific capacity and excellent cycling stability in Li-S batteries.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jie Zheng, Congli Sun, Rui Xia, Mohammad Mehrali, Yang Wang, Kangning Zhao, Johan E. ten Elshof, Mark Huijben
Summary: In this study, 2D HTiNbO5/H-Ti3C2Tx nanohybrid anodes were synthesized using a combined exfoliation and co-flocculation strategy, exhibiting excellent lithium ion storage performance.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xinhang Chen, Guanghua Xu, Xiaohui Ren, Zhongjun Li, Xiang Qi, Kai Huang, Han Zhang, Zongyu Huang, Jianxin Zhong
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2017)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yanbing Wu, Zongyu Huang, Huating Liu, Chaoyu He, Lin Xue, Xiang Qi, Jianxin Zhong
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2018)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xinhang Chen, Zongyu Huang, Xiaohui Ren, Guanghua Xu, Jie Zhou, Yue Tao, Xiang Qi, Jianxin Zhong
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Hui Qiao, Zongyu Huang, Xiaohui Ren, Shuhua Liu, Yupeng Zhang, Xiang Qi, Han Zhang
ADVANCED OPTICAL MATERIALS
(2020)
Article
Crystallography
Li Tian, Hui Qiao, Zongyu Huang, Xiang Qi
Summary: The preparation of WS2 nanosheets through lithium-ion intercalation exfoliation method successfully enhances electrocatalytic hydrogen evolution performance, allows for large-scale production, and results in nanosheets with larger lateral size and good lattice structure.
CRYSTAL RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Crystallography
Shuhua Liu, Li Tian, Xiang Qi
Summary: The amorphous and porous MoO2 synthesized through a hydrothermal method shows outstanding electrochemical performance as a supercapacitor electrode material. It exhibits high specific capacity, excellent stability, and remarkable rate characteristics, making it a promising anode material for aqueous supercapacitors.
CRYSTAL RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lei Qiu, Guangyuan Si, Xiaozhi Bao, Jun Liu, Mengyu Guan, Yiwen Wu, Xiang Qi, Guichuan Xing, Zhigao Dai, Qiaoliang Bao, Guogang Li
Summary: Recently, there has been significant attention on halide perovskites (HPs) and layered two-dimensional (2D) materials from both industry and academia. HPs possess excellent photoelectric properties, while 2D materials have confined carrier mobility. Their interfaces have potential for unprecedented properties and practical applications. This review provides a comprehensive perspective on the development of interfacial engineering of HP/2D material interfaces, discussing their architectures, electronic energetics tuning, potential applications, challenges, and future research directions. It aims to link the fields of HPs and 2D materials through interfacial engineering to explore their potential applications in optoelectronic devices.
CHEMICAL SOCIETY REVIEWS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yuan Ji, Yundan Liu, Bin-Wei Zhang, Zhongfei Xu, Xiang Qi, Xun Xu, Long Ren, Yi Du, Jianxin Zhong, Shi Xue Dou
Summary: A high-performance electrocatalyst consisting of three atomic-layer defect-rich CoSe2 nanosheets grown on carbon cloth is introduced, showing unprecedented 92% selectivity towards H2O2 production in alkaline solutions and high yields of H2O2 in both alkaline and acidic solutions. The efficiency and selectivity are attributed to the rich defects in the atomic-layer CoSe2 nanosheets, which accelerate the adsorption of OOH by the exposed Co defect sites.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Fei Liu, Yujie Liao, Yanbing Wu, Zongyu Huang, Huating Liu, Chaoyu He, Xiang Qi, Jianxin Zhong
Summary: Density functional theory calculations show that intercalating transition-metal (TM) atoms into h-BN/MoS2 heterostructures induces metal and magnetic semiconductor characteristics, with H-BN sheets promoting charge transfer between TMs and the heterostructure.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Kaiqiang Hou, Zongyu Huang, Shengqian Liu, Gengcheng Liao, Hui Qiao, Hongxing Li, Xiang Qi
NANOSCALE ADVANCES
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Shengqian Liu, Zongyu Huang, Hui Qiao, Rong Hu, Qian Ma, Kai Huang, Hongxing Li, Xiang Qi
NANOSCALE ADVANCES
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Mei Gui Vanessa Wee, Amutha Chinnappan, Runxin Shang, Poh Seng Lee, Seeram Ramakrishna
Summary: Cooling processes, from residences to industries, require a lot of energy and are essential. This study introduces MIL-101(Cr), a new desiccant, to heat exchangers for more efficient cooling. By improving the synthesis method and using a special binder, the MIL-101(Cr)-coated heat exchanger shows improved water uptake capacity and lower regeneration temperature.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ao Zhen, Guanyu Zhang, Ao Wang, Feng Luo, Jiehua Li, Hong Tan, Zhen Li
Summary: In this study, a solvent-free microemulsion method was used to synthesize waterborne polyurethane (WPU) material with high retention of mechanical properties and satisfactory water absorption rates. The material showed excellent biocompatibility and has broad application potential in the field of biomedicine.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Wensong Ge, Rui Wang, Xiaoyang Zhu, Houchao Zhang, Luanfa Sun, Fei Wang, Hongke Li, Zhenghao Li, Xinyi Du, Huangyu Chen, Fan Zhang, Huifa Shi, Huiqiang Hu, Yongming Xi, Jiankang He, Liang Hu, Hongbo Lan
Summary: This paper reviews the research on the surface tension of eutectic gallium-indium alloys (EGaIn) in the field of stretchable electronics. It covers the principles of oxide layer formation, factors influencing surface tension, and methods for surface modification of liquid metals. The paper also discusses the applications of EGaIn surface modification in different fields and highlights the challenges still faced and the future outlook.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Xiang Song, Lianghao Jia, Zhengen Wei, Tao Xiang, Shaobing Zhou
Summary: This paper provides an overview of the application, preparation, and role of biomimetic structures in solar evaporators with improved evaporation rate and lifetime.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wei Yuan, Qian Deng, Dong Pan, Xiang An, Canyang Zhao, Wenjun Su, Zhengmin He, Qiang Sun, Ran Ang
Summary: Optimizing the performance of n-type PbTe thermoelectric materials is crucial for practical applications. Dynamic doping has emerged as an effective method to improve the performance of n-type PbTe by optimizing the carrier concentration. This study demonstrates the significance of Mn alloying in enhancing the performance of Ag-doped n-type PbTe by creating a hierarchical structure to suppress thermal transport and improving the Seebeck coefficient.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Xiaoyan Wang, Meiqi Geng, Shengjun Sun, Qian Xiang, Shiyuan Dong, Kai Dong, Yongchao Yao, Yan Wang, Yingchun Yang, Yongsong Luo, Dongdong Zheng, Qian Liu, Jianming Hu, Qian Wu, Xuping Sun, Bo Tang
Summary: This review provides a comprehensive analysis of the progress and challenges in the field of bifunctional electrocatalysts and efficient electrolyzers for seawater splitting. It summarizes recent advancements and proposes future perspectives for highly efficient bifunctional electrocatalysts and electrolyzers.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jason K. Phong, Christopher B. Cooper, Lukas Michalek, Yangju Lin, Yuya Nishio, Yuran Shi, Huaxin Gong, Julian A. Vigil, Jan Ilavsky, Ivan Kuzmenko, Zhenan Bao
Summary: Dynamic block copolymers (DBCPs) combine the phase separation of traditional block copolymers with the supramolecular self-assembly of periodic dynamic polymers, resulting in the spontaneous self-assembly of high aspect ratio nanofibers with well-ordered PEG and PDMS domains. DBCPs with a periodic block sequence exhibit superior properties compared to those with a random sequence, including delayed onset of terminal flow and higher ionic conductivity values.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hong Kyu Lee, Yasaswini Oruganti, Jonghyeon Lee, Seunghee Han, Jihan Kim, Dohyun Moon, Min Kim, Dae-Woon Lim, Hoi Ri Moon
Summary: This study reports the moisture-triggered proton-conductivity switching behavior in Zn5FDC MOFs induced by the presence and absence of coordinating solvents, which illustrates the significant role of coordinating solvents in conductivity variation.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Bommaramoni Yadagiri, Sanjay Sandhu, Ashok Kumar Kaliamurthy, Francis Kwaku Asiam, Jongdeok Park, Appiagyei Ewusi Mensah, Jae-Joon Lee
Summary: The molecular engineering of the interface modulator between the perovskite and hole transporting material is crucial for achieving satisfactory performance and stability of perovskite solar cells. In this study, cruciform-shaped dual functional organic materials were employed as surface passivation and hole transporting interfacial layers in perovskite solar cells. The use of these materials significantly improved the power conversion efficiency of the solar cells.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Joaquin Martinez-Ortigosa, Reisel Millan, Jorge Simancas, Manuel Hernandez-Rodriguez, J. Alejandro Vidal-Moya, Jose L. Jorda, Charlotte Martineau-Corcos, Vincent Sarou-Kanian, Mercedes Boronat, Teresa Blasco, Fernando Rey
Summary: This study investigates the synthesis of all-silica RTH zeolites using triisopropyl(methyl)phosphonium as the organic SDA. The results show the formation of two distinct crystalline phases under different synthesis conditions, with fluoride bonding to different silicon sites. It demonstrates the possibility of controlling the placement of fluoride in RTH zeolites through synthesis conditions.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Luyao Zheng, Cong Liu, Wenbiao Zhang, Boxu Gao, Tianlan Yan, Yahong Zhang, Xiaoming Cao, Qingsheng Gao, Yi Tang
Summary: This study successfully improves the efficiency and stability of water splitting by constructing a heterostructured electrocatalyst. The catalyst shows extraordinary performance and could offer an effective approach for the sustainable production of hydrogen.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Carlos A. Campos-Roldan, Raphael Chattot, Frederic Pailloux, Andrea Zitolo, Jacques Roziere, Deborah J. Jones, Sara Cavaliere
Summary: This study systematically evaluated the hydrogen evolution/oxidation reactions on a series of Pt-rare earth nanoalloys in alkaline media, and identified the effect of the lanthanide contraction. The experimental results revealed that the chemical nature of the rare earth modulates the adsorption and mobility of oxygenated-species, enhancing the kinetics of the reactions.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Sara Frank, Mads Folkjaer, Mads L. N. Nielsen, Melissa J. Marks, Henrik S. Jeppesen, Marcel Ceccato, Simon J. L. Billinge, Jacopo Catalano, Nina Lock
Summary: This study investigates the thermal decomposition of ZIF-67 and its correlation with structural evolution and electrocatalytic performance. The researchers used in situ X-ray absorption spectroscopy and total scattering techniques to analyze the process. They found that disorder emerges at lower temperatures and that extending the pyrolysis process can result in materials with superior electrochemical properties.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zi-Yang Zhang, Hao Tian, Han Jiao, Xin Wang, Lei Bian, Yuan Liu, Nithima Khaorapapong, Yusuke Yamauchi, Zhong-Li Wang
Summary: By constructing Cu-0-Cu+-NH2 composite interfaces with the assistance of SiO2, the electrochemical CO2 reduction reaction (CO2RR) achieves high Faraday efficiency and current density for C2+ production, improving the productivity of carbon cycle.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ting Wang, Ruijuan Zhang, Pengda Zhai, Mingjie Li, Xinying Liu, Chaoxu Li
Summary: This study successfully exfoliated COFs using a simple electrochemical method, which resulted in improved photocatalytic performance for COFs and enriched the fabrication approach of COF exfoliation.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)