Article
Chemistry, Physical
Qian Xu, Bingzhi Qian, Yu Zhang, Hui Li, Yang Wu
Summary: In this study, a simple hydrothermal method was used to load an Fe2O3 layer on a BiVO4 film for the photoanode of a photocatalytic fuel cell (PFC). The results showed improved performance of the PFC with the Fe2O3/BiVO4 heterojunction, and the detailed analysis using density functional theory provided insights into the mechanism.
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yifan Wang, Xiangyu Meng, Qiyu Hu, Meiyu Zhang, Xiaohu Cao, Chunjiang Xu, Yong Ding
Summary: The combination of Ti3+ doped TiO2-x with ZnIn2S4 resulted in a novel photocatalyst with improved hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) performance compared to TiO2-x alone. The formation of a Type II heterojunction enhanced the separation of photogenerated carriers and electron transfer rate, leading to higher hydrogen evolution rate.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jun Wang, Bingqi Wang, Wenli Zhang, Yan Xiao, Haiqing Xu, Yan Liu, Zhanchao Liu, Jianming Zhang, Yinhua Jiang
Summary: A novel visible-light-driven SnIn4S8 nanosheet/TiO2 hollow sphere heterojunction with intimate contact structure was successfully constructed by hydrothermal process. The SISTOHS heterostructures exhibited outstanding photocatalytic performance and the optimized sample SISTOHS2 showed the highest photodegradation and photoreduction efficiencies. The rate constants of photodegradation and photoreduction over SISTOHS2 were significantly higher than those of the control samples. The systemic characterizations revealed that the improvement of photocatalytic performance was attributed to the double-shell interface, which enhanced the interaction between SnIn4S8 and TiO2, as well as the increased visible light harvesting ability and abundant reactive sites.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ahmed E. Hassan, Mohamed Hammad Elsayed, Mai S. A. Hussien, Mohamed Gamal Mohamed, Shiao-Wei Kuo, Ho-Hsiu Chou, Ibrahim S. Yahia, Tarek A. Mohamed, Zhenhai Wen
Summary: In this study, V2O5/N-deficient g-C3N4 (VO/Ndef-CN) nanocomposites were successfully prepared and characterized by various techniques. The synthesized nanocomposites exhibit efficient bifunctional photocatalytic properties for hydrogen generation and pollutants degradation (dye and antibiotic). The optimized 5VO/Ndef-CN photocatalyst shows improved photoactivity for H2 production, fast degradation of organic pollutants, and high photocatalytic stability under visible light irradiation, attributed to the presence of N defects and S-scheme heterojunction formation.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Xilin Liao, Ting-Ting Li, Hai-Tao Ren, Zhiyong Mao, Xuefei Zhang, Jia-Horng Lin, Ching-Wen Lou
Summary: In this study, a simple and effective visible-light driven photoelectrochemical (PEC) aptasensor was designed using BiFeO3@TiO2 nanocomposites for accurate and rapid detection of microcystin-LR (MC-LR). The constructed PEC aptasensor showed promising potential application for its precise selective and ultrasensitive detection of MC-LR in practical analysis.
MICROCHEMICAL JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Akash N. Ghoti, Ashokrao B. Patil, Satish K. Pardeshi
Summary: Titanium dioxide nano-rods were synthesized using a hydrothermal method, and cadmium sulphide and indium-doped cadmium sulphide quantum dots were sensitized on their surfaces. The material was characterized using various methods, and the results showed that indium doping can improve the photoelectrochemical and photocatalytic properties of the material.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Linjer Chen, Muhammed Arshad, Yuliv Chuang, Thanh-Binh Nguyen, Chung-Hsin Wu, Chiu-Wen Chen, Cheng-Di Dong
Summary: A novel heterojunction of MoS2 and a-Fe2O3 was successfully synthesized by hydrothermal method, which showed enhanced photocatalytic and photoelectrochemical performance due to special adjustments to the nanostructure. The nano MoS2/a-Fe2O3 exhibited excellent surface area and intrinsic edges, leading to more active reaction sites. The formation of strong heterojunction between the two semiconductors contributed to the improved photocatalytic degradation of organic dyes. The fabricated nano MF samples demonstrated stability, reusability and wide utilization potential in photocatalytic and PEC processes.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Pao-Wen Shao, Yi-Syuan Siao, Yu-Hong Lai, Ping-Yen Hsieh, Chun-Wen Tsao, Yu-Jung Lu, Yi-Chun Chen, Yung-Jung Hsu, Ying-Hao Chu
Summary: This study presents a flexible BiVO4/WO3 bilayer photoelectrode with 33% enhanced PEC activity and excellent mechanical stability, offering a pathway for the development of flexible solar fuel generators.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zeju Zhang, Mang Niu, Wei Li, Chenfeng Ding, Peitao Xie, Yongxin Li, Lili Chen, Xiaopeng Lan, Chunlei Liu, Xiaodong Yan, Xuewei Fu, Yaochun Liu, Yuan Liu, Dapeng Cao, Jingjie Dai, Xiaofen Hong, Chunzhao Liu
Summary: This study introduces a novel composite material composed of carbon nitride and anatase nanocrystals. The addition of ultrafine carbon nitride induces the generation of oxygen vacancies and the growth of anatase (001) facets. The composite exhibits exceptional photocatalytic performance, with a degradation rate of 2,4-dichlorophenol almost 3.8 times higher than pure TiO2 nanofibers. Furthermore, the composite shows excellent degradation efficiency and stability even under low temperature and long-term photocatalytic process.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Junfeng Yang, Yuyang Wu, Yanhui Dong, Hao Cui, Chenyang Shi, Hang Sun, Shengyan Yin
Summary: A ternary Bi@H-TiO2/B-C3N4 type II heterostructure was designed and prepared with metallic Bi as a cocatalyst for enhanced photocatalytic hydrogen production. The results showed that Bi@H-TiO2/B-C3N4 exhibited significantly improved photocatalytic activity under visible light compared to other materials.
JOURNAL OF INDUSTRIAL AND ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Gedeng Wan, Yongqiang Yang, Huaze Zhu, Chao Zhen, Xiaoxiang Xu, Lianzhou Wang, Gang Liu
Summary: This study demonstrates the fast migration and efficient spatial separation of photogenerated charges in photocatalytic materials by constructing a three-phase heterostructure of CdS/PbTiO3/TiO2, leading to improved efficiency in solar water splitting reactions.
SCIENCE CHINA-MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jiangpeng Wang, Yaoxun Fang, Wenxuan Zhang, Xuelian Yu, Lin Wang, Yihe Zhang
Summary: The TiO2/BiOBr 2D-2D heterojunction photocatalysts showed excellent photocatalytic nitrogen fixation activity with a maximum NH3 production rate of 1.43 mmol/g/h for the 15% TiO2/BiOBr catalyst, which was about 4 times higher than that of pure BiOBr. The enhanced performance can be attributed to the 2D interface between TiO2 and BiOBr nanosheets, which facilitates the transfer of photogenerated electrons and increases electron participation in the nitrogen fixation reaction. This study highlights the potential of 2D-2D heterojunctions as an effective strategy to enhance solar energy utilization.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Qi Cao, Qingqing Li, Zhichao Pi, Jing Zhang, Li-Wei Sun, Junzhou Xu, Yunyi Cao, Junye Cheng, Ye Bian
Summary: A porous ball-flower-like Co3O4/Fe2O3 heterostructural photocatalyst was synthesized using a facile metal-organic-framework-templated method. It showed excellent degradation performance in the model molecule rhodamine B under visible light irradiation, attributed to abundant photo-generated holes and hydroxyl radicals, as well as the combined effects of porous structure, strong visible-light absorption, and improved interfacial charge separation. The treated reaction solution's ecotoxicity was evaluated, confirming that the synthesized Co3O4/Fe2O3 catalyst could achieve long-term recyclable degradation of dye-contaminated wastewater into non-toxic and colorless wastewater.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Heba M. El Sharkawy, Amira M. Shawky, Rania Elshypany, Hanaa Selim
Summary: This study investigates the use of visible light to enhance the photocatalytic degradation of organic pollutants in wastewater. Nitrogen-doped titania and molybdenum sulfide nanocomposites (NTM NCs) with varying weight ratios of MoS2 were synthesized and applied in the photodegradation of methylene blue under visible light irradiation. The results showed that the NTM hybrid nanocrystals exhibited higher activity in oxidizing methylene blue compared to pure titania, and the photocatalytic performance increased with the content of MoS2. The prepared NTM NCs photocatalysts were stable during methylene blue photodegradation and showed potential for environmental remediation.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zhongli Zhou, Hang Yin, Yuling Zhao, Jianmin Zhang, Yahui Li, Jinshi Yuan, Jie Tang, Fengyun Wang
Summary: By controlling the phosphate concentration, the recombination rate of electron-hole pairs can be reduced to enhance photocatalytic performance. The heterojunction between alpha-Fe2O3 and RT in the hollow nanospheres leads to excellent photocatalysis under visible light, significantly improving the degradation rate of rhodamine B.
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Jing-Tong Na, Chun-Dong Xue, Yong-Jiang Li, Yu Wang, Bo Liu, Kai-Rong Qin
Article
Energy & Fuels
Xin Pang, Tong Zhou, Qinting Jiang, Parveen Kumar, Shitao Geng, Minyu Jia, Jin Zhou, Bo Liu, Hua Qin
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Peipei Huo, Peng Zhao, Xiaobo Shi, Ziyan Zhou, Bo Liu
Summary: A novel structure of GQDs-decorated TiO(2) nanofibers was successfully prepared in this study, showing improved photocatalytic performance. Introduction of GQDs inhibits adverse recombination of charges and enhances photocatalytic degradation activity.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Mina Keshvardoostchokami, Sara Seidelin Majidi, Peipei Huo, Rajan Ramachandran, Menglin Chen, Bo Liu
Summary: Research on various types of polymer nanofibers as artificial extracellular matrices has shown controllable physiochemical properties, enabling the engineering of microenvironments to support cell function through functionalization. The nanofibrous scaffolds were categorized into five main groups, and their role in supporting cellular function was discussed.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Huijie Zhu, Qiang Huang, Mingyan Shi, Shuai Fu, Xiuji Zhang, Zhe Yang, Jianhong Lu, Bo Liu
Summary: The study investigated the effectiveness of nanoscale zero-valent iron immobilized on activated carbon in removing antimonite from contaminated water. Results showed that a weak magnetic field can enhance the exclusion of paramagnetic Sb(III) ions by nZVI/AC. However, this also led to faster corrosion and dissolution of the iron.
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Peipei Huo, Xinxu Han, Wenyu Zhang, Jing Zhang, Parveen Kumar, Bo Liu
Summary: In this study, ART-loaded polycaprolactone (PCL)/collagen (Col) nanofibers with different proportions of polymers were prepared and characterized, with a focus on ART anti-crystallization and release behaviors. Various analytical techniques confirmed the differences in performance of ART-loaded PCL/Col nanofibers due to different polymer ratios, with sustained drug release for up to 48 hours following the Fickian release mechanism.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Juanjuan Ren, Lili Wang, Qianqian Gong, Jingyue Xuan, Meiling Sun, Qi Zhang, Haifeng Zhang, Guangchao Yin, Bo Liu
Summary: A novel CdS@TiO2@C/Ti3C2 composite with excellent interface contact and uniform morphology distribution was fabricated. The CdS@TiO2@C/Ti3C2 composite exhibited remarkably enhanced photocatalytic ability for the degradation of tetracycline hydrochloride under visible light irradiation, with the CdS@TiO2@C/Ti3C2-2 sample showing the highest photodegradation efficiency.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Huijie Zhu, Qiang Huang, Shuai Fu, Xiuji Zhang, Zhe Yang, Jianhong Lu, Bo Liu, Mingyan Shi, Junjie Zhang, Xiaoping Wen, Junlong Li
Summary: In this study, nanoscale zero-valent iron supported on activated carbon was used to remove Sb(V) from drinking water, with optimal conditions found to be pH 4.5 and 72 hours of equilibrium time. The presence of phosphate, silicate, chromate, and arsenate ions decreased the removal rate of Sb(V) significantly.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Feng Liang, Le Wang, Huijie Zhu, Qian Dong, Yan Zhang, Jiayan Liu, Siyu Zhang, Zhiwei Ye, Ye Zhang, Xiuji Zhang, Bo Liu
Summary: In this study, a domestic metallurgical enterprise's As(V)-rich wastewater was treated using zero-valent iron (ZVI) to remove arsenate (As(V)). Experimental results showed that ZVI of specific particle size can efficiently remove As(V) from the wastewater, with an arsenate removal percentage of over 98.2%. Column experiments demonstrated that ZVI is more effective in removing arsenate from wastewater compared to other adsorbents, while meeting the national discharge standard for other pollutants. Therefore, ZVI is an ideal candidate for efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly heavy metal removal from wastewater.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Minyu Jia, Shuang Tian, Guangchao Yin, Peibo Gao, Zhihui Niu, Xiaomei Wang, Fuchao Jia, Tong Zhou, Bo Liu
Summary: Potassium-ion energy storage systems are gaining importance due to abundant potassium resources and low cost. However, the development of potassium-ion storage materials remains a challenging issue. In this study, a composite electrode called H-MoS2@CNFs is designed with carbon fibers as the frame and hollow MoS2 spherical shell as the inner core. This electrode demonstrates superior performance in terms of cyclic performance and rate capability for potassium-ion batteries, as well as high energy density for potassium-ion capacitors.
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Qiang Huang, Shuai Fu, Huijie Zhu, Huaihui Song, Zhe Yang, Xiuji Zhang, Junhong Bie, Jianhong Lu, Mingyan Shi, Bo Liu
Summary: In this study, vanadium (V(V)) was successfully removed from simulation water using nanoscale zero-valent iron immobilized by activated carbon (NZVI/AC) as an adsorbent. The effects of pH, dissolved oxygen, common ions, and adsorption kinetics on V(V) removal were investigated. The intraparticle diffusion model was found to fit the kinetics data well, indicating rapid adsorption of vanadium by NZVI/AC within the first 12 hours and equilibrium reached in approximately 72 hours. The removal efficiency of V(V) increased from pH 2 to pH 8 and decreased after pH 8. Phosphate and silicate significantly reduced the elimination of V(V), while the effects of other anions and humic acid were negligible. Fe2+ and Al3+ cations improved V(V) adsorption. High oxygen levels impeded vanadium elimination, while anoxic conditions encouraged it. Elution with 0.1 M NaOH was found to be an efficient method for renewing NZVI/AC.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Guoxu Ni, Yingjie Zhang, Yuzheng Li, Chengxiao Xu, Jinjie Zhang, Peipei Huo, Bo Liu
Summary: In this study, a SnSe@f-Ti3C2 structure was designed and synthesized via a one-pot solvothermal process for the first time, to address the limitations of metal selenides in sodium ion batteries. The SnSe@f-Ti3C2 composite exhibited high capacity and excellent cycling performance, mainly attributed to the synergy between 0D SnSe and 2D MXene.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Yingjie Zhang, Guoxu Ni, Yuzheng Li, Chengxiao Xu, Daming Li, Bo Liu, Xuliang Zhang, Peipei Huo
Summary: This paper provides a comprehensive summary of the latest developments in MXene-based composites as electrode materials for sodium ion batteries and potassium ion batteries, with a particular emphasis on the enhanced physicochemical properties resulting from composite formation. The challenges faced by MXene materials in sodium ion batteries and potassium ion batteries are thoroughly discussed, and future research directions to further advance this field are proposed.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Shitao Geng, Tong Zhou, Minyu Jia, Xiangyan Shen, Peibo Gao, Shuang Tian, Pengfei Zhou, Bo Liu, Jin Zhou, Shuping Zhuo, Feng Li
Summary: The carbon-coated WS2 nanosheets supported on carbon nanofibers demonstrate high reversible capacity and rate performance, with an intercalation-conversion reaction mechanism confirmed. First-principles calculations confirm fast K+ diffusion kinetics and high K-adsorption ability for the C-WS2@CNFs anode. The potassium ion capacitor assembled from this anode and activated carbon nanofibers cathode delivers superior energy density, rate capability, and cycle life.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xiaobo Shi, Huabing Yin, Shujuan Jiang, Weizhen Chen, Guang-Ping Zheng, Fengzhu Ren, Bing Wang, Gaofeng Zhao, Bo Liu
Summary: Janus two-dimensional materials, such as Janus TiNX0.5Y0.5 monolayers, exhibit exceptional physical properties due to their broken out-of-plane inversion symmetry. These monolayers show good thermal stability and out-of-plane piezoelectricity, as well as an enhancement in carrier mobility, making them potentially promising for applications in electronic and piezoelectric devices.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Qi-Wen Chen, Ze-Qing Guo, Jian-Ping Zhou
Summary: Multifunctional continuous solid solutions NFMTO-x were successfully synthesized via a one-step hydrothermal method by controlling the ratio of Mg and Fe. The NFMTO-x materials exhibited enhanced visible light response, effective adsorption and photocatalytic degradation of organic pollutants, CO2 methanation capability, and easy recyclability due to their magnetic properties. This research provides a significant multifunctional material for water purification.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
George E. Stan, Maziar Montazerian, Adam Shearer, Bryan W. Stuart, Francesco Baino, John C. Mauro, Jose M. F. Ferreira
Summary: Bioactive glasses have the ability to form strong bonds with tissues and release therapeutic ions. However, their biomechanical compatibility limits their use in load-bearing applications. The use of magnetron sputtering technology to fabricate BG coatings shows promise in improving their efficacy and potential for application.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zhaoxuan Wang, Zhicheng Yan, Zhigang Qi, Yu Feng, Qi Chen, Ziqi Song, Meng Huang, Peng Jia, Ki Buem Kim, Weimin Wang
Summary: The corrosion behavior of Fe-60 and Fe-83 ribbons in 0.6 M NaCl was studied. Fe-60 exhibited a local corrosion mode and formed a stable passivation film with higher corrosion resistance, while Fe-83 showed a combination of local and global corrosion modes and had lower corrosion resistance. Controlling the precipitation of nanocrystalline phases and increasing the POx content in the passivation film significantly improved the corrosion resistance of Fe-based glassy alloys.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hao-Kai Peng, Sheng-Yen Zheng, Wei-Ning Kao, Ting-Chieh Lai, Kai-Sheun Lee, Yung- Hsien Wu
Summary: This study investigates the effects of high energy/fluence proton radiation on the performance of HfZrOx-based FeFETs memory with different Zr content. The results show that the characteristics of FeFETs are influenced by proton radiation, and the extent of the influence depends on the Zr content. FeFETs with 50% Zr content exhibit minimal changes in memory window and demonstrate good endurance and retention performance.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zongyi Yue, Guangyi Wang, Zengguang Huang, Sihua Zhong
Summary: In this study, AZO and ITO films were successfully tuned as excellent passivation layers for c-Si surfaces, achieving effective minority carrier lifetime and outstanding optical properties through the optimization of annealing temperature and interfacial silicon oxide.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Martin Hruska, Jan Kejzlar, Jaroslav Otta, Premysl Fitl, Michal Novotny, Jakub Cizek, Oksana Melikhova, Matej Micusik, Peter Machata, Martin Vrnata
Summary: This paper presents a detailed study on the hydrogen sensing capabilities of highly nanoporous black gold films. The films exhibit fast response and recovery times at low temperatures. Different levels of nanoporosity were prepared and tested to investigate the sensing properties, and it was found that nanoporous black gold is suitable for hydrogen sensing. The sensitivity of the film depends on its nanoporosity.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yupu Wang, Gaofeng Teng, Chun To Yiu, Junyi Zhu
Summary: In the study of BM-SCO and HSCO thin films, it was found that H vacancies tend to prefer sites near the external surface or oxygen vacancy channels (OVCs), while H interstitials prefer sites of oxygen on a layer that contains six-fold coordinated Co. These findings not only enrich the understanding of complex surface phenomena of defect formation but also provide an explanation for the reversibility during phase transformation.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jiafeng Lu, Linping Teng, Qinxiao Zhai, Chunhua Wang, Matthieu Lancry, Ye Dai, Xianglong Zeng
Summary: In this study, we achieved full control of fiber nanograting orientation by manipulating laser polarization, and tailored space variant fiber nanogratings, which expanded the diversity in fiber nanograting engineering.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yibo Liu, Yujie Tao, Yue Liu, Qi Sun, Qinrong Lin, Kexin Kang, Qinghua Zhang, Qingjie Sun
Summary: This study investigates the wettability of the Ti-Cu-Fe multi-metal system, specifically the wetting behaviors of CuSi3 droplets on TC4 and 304SS plates. The results show that the CO2 + Ar gas atmosphere significantly affects interfacial mass transfer, thus influencing the wettability of the systems.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jimei Liu, Fei Wang, Rong Guo, Yuqi Liu, Mengyu Zhang, Jaka Sunarso, Dong Liu
Summary: This study developed Co/MXene composites with anti-corrosion properties by varying the cobalt content. These composites exhibited remarkable electromagnetic absorption performance and high resistance to corrosion under various corrosive conditions. The study also revealed the mechanism of electron transfer from cobalt to MXene and the electromagnetic dissipation behavior originated from polarization loss alone.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Moujie Huang, Yongsong Ma, Jingbo Yang, Lingyun Xu, Hangqi Yang, Miao Wang, Xin Ma, Xin Xia, Junhao Yang, Deli Wang, Chuang Peng
Summary: Strong metal-support interactions (SMSIs) are important for enhancing catalytic activities and stability in thermal catalysis. This study demonstrates a method to create SMSIs in electrocatalysis using carbon nanotubes and Ru nanoparticles, resulting in excellent catalytic activity and stability.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ravi Trivedi, Brinti Mondal, Nandini Garg, Brahmananda Chakraborty
Summary: This study explores the potential of biphenylene as a nanocarrier for the delivery of the anticancer drug cisplatin. It is found that biphenylene offers physical stability, rapid release rate, solubility, and bio-compatibilities compared to other nanocarriers. The adsorption of cisplatin on the surface of biphenylene involves charge transfer from cisplatin to biphenylene. The drug is shown to be released at body temperature in an acidic environment. Biphenylene also exhibits excellent cytotoxicity activity and cellular uptake of the drug. Overall, biphenylene shows promise as a potential nanocarrier for cisplatin delivery.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hyun Jeong, Hyeong Chan Suh, Ga Hyun Cho, Rafael Salas-Montiel, Hayoung Ko, Ki Kang Kim, Mun Seok Jeong
Summary: In this study, a potential platform to enhance Raman scattering and increase the number of observable Raman modes in monolayer transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs) was proposed. The platform consisted of large-scale arrays of gold micropillars (MPs), which were able to enhance the Raman intensity of TMDs and make difficult-to-detect Raman modes observable. The platform showed great industrial advantages and wide applicability due to its low cost, simple process, large controllable area, and short process time.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yasir Abbas, Shafqat Ali, Sajjad Ali, Waqar Azeem, Zareen Zuhra, Haoliang Wang, Mohamed Bououdina, Zhenzhong Sun
Summary: In this study, FeOx@SPNO-C core-shell nanospheres as a catalyst for degradation of sulfamethoxazole (SMX) were successfully synthesized. The synergistic interaction between FeOx and SPNO-C, high carbon charge density, and the presence of C = O groups and N/Fe-Nx sites were found to be key factors for the enhanced degradation of SMX.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Qiaoting Yang, Yuxiao Gong, Yan Qian, Zhou-Qing Xiao, Serge Cosnier, Xue-Ji Zhang, Robert S. Marks, Dan Shan
Summary: This study proposes a hierarchical confinement strategy to design Prussian blue nanoparticles (PB NPs) with satisfactory electrocatalytic ability and stability. The catalytic synthesis of PB NPs is achieved through a hydrothermal process, and the as-prepared PB@NH2MIL exhibits efficient electronic transmission and enhanced electrocatalytic properties.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
