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Chemistry, Physical
Longcheng Zhang, Jie Liang, Luchao Yue, Zhaoquan Xu, Kai Dong, Qian Liu, Yonglan Luo, Tingshuai Li, Xiaohong Cheng, Guanwei Cui, Bo Tang, Abdulmohsen Ali Alshehri, Khalid Ahmed Alzahrani, Xiaodong Guo, Xuping Sun
Summary: In this study, nitrogen-doped carbon nanotubes were used as a support material for CoSe2 nanoparticles, which led to improved catalytic performance in H2O2 synthesis. The CoSe2@NCNTs hybrid exhibited high selectivity and large yield rate in acidic conditions, showing great potential for practical applications.
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Electrochemistry
Haoming Zhong, Xianyou Luo, Houmao Chen, Shaopeng Huang, Yong Chen, De Li
Summary: This study demonstrates the exceptional performance of Pt3Ni/3DNG catalyst in the alkaline hydrogen evolution reaction, with a mass activity 14 times higher than that of commercial Pt/C and high stability.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2022)
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Chemistry, Physical
Min Zhu, Qing Yan, Xiaojing Bai, Hao Cai, Jing Zhao, Yongde Yan, Kai Zhu, Ke Ye, Jun Yan, Dianxue Cao, Guiling Wang
Summary: Hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) is a promising technology for addressing energy issues, and the catalyst CoSe2-MoSe2(1-1)/rGO exhibits impressive performance in both acidic and alkaline conditions.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
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Chemistry, Physical
Bo Zhang, Xiuli Fu, Li Song, Xiaojun Wu
Summary: The study proposed a series of heterostructural models combining W2C and graphene-like models, especially N-doped G-like models, and evaluated their catalytic activities using DFT. The results showed that these heterogeneous models have high HER performance in acidic, neutral, or alkaline environments.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Hong Cao, Hailong Li, Linhao Liu, Kangning Xue, Xinkai Niu, Juan Hou, Long Chen
Summary: Efficient bifunctional electrocatalysts for water splitting, such as oxygen evolution reaction (OER) and hydrogen evolution reaction (HER), have been extensively studied recently. In this research, nitrogen-doped carbon nanosheets encapsulated with dispersed CoSe2 nanoparticles were synthesized using a salt-template strategy. The resulting CoSe2-NC NSs exhibited excellent electrocatalytic performance for both OER and HER, along with good durability.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zhiming Liu, Dazhi Gao, Lina Hu, Hui Liu, Ying Li, Yanming Xue, Fang Liu, Jun Zhang, Chengchun Tang
Summary: In this study, B-doped CoSe2 nanomaterials were successfully synthesized and show excellent performance in hydrogen evolution reaction (HER), including low overpotential and small Tafel slope. Density functional theory calculations demonstrate that B doping improves the conductivity of the material and optimizes the adsorption free energy of hydrogen on the catalyst surface.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2022)
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Chemistry, Physical
Kai Chi, Zhu Wu, Xin Tian, Zhuoping Wang, Fei Xiao, Junwu Xiao, Shuai Wang
Summary: This study reports the synthesis of N-doped graphene-confined hollow CoSe2 nanoparticles anchored on N-doped vertically oriented graphene nanomesh arrays on carbon cloth. The unique structure of the hybrid electrode enables outstanding hydrogen evolution reaction performance.
APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Yu Ding, Kai-Wen Cao, Jia-Wei He, Fu-Min Li, Hao Huang, Pei Chen, Yu Chen
Summary: The design and synthesis of high-performance and low-cost electrocatalysts for the hydrogen evolution reaction are crucial. In this study, N-GA supported ultrafine Ru nanocrystal nanocomposites were successfully synthesized using an adsorption-pyrolysis method, exhibiting excellent activity and durability.
CHINESE JOURNAL OF CATALYSIS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yahao Li, Changzhi Ai, Shengjue Deng, Yadong Wang, Xili Tong, Xiuli Wang, Xinhui Xia, Jiangping Tu
Summary: The study introduces a strategy to synthesize nitrogen doped vertical graphene (N-VG) array for catalyzing hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) in acidic electrolyte, demonstrating enhanced HER performance due to the introduction of N heteroatom leading to increased surface area and optimized electronic structure. Additionally, two possible enhancement mechanisms of N-VG are revealed with first-principle calculations, confirming the effectiveness of N doping in improving HER performance.
MATERIALS RESEARCH BULLETIN
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Di Li, Yingying Xing, Changjian Zhou, Yikai Lu, Shengjie Xu, Xiangli Shi, Deli Jiang, Weidong Shi
Summary: In this study, a Fe-N co-doped cobalt selenide nanosheet array was prepared as a highly efficient OER electrocatalyst through an anion and cation co-doping strategy, showing outstanding OER performance and long-term durability. This novel electrocatalyst holds promise for replacing expensive commercial electrocatalysts and offers a new approach for the preparation of effective and robust OER electrocatalysts.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY FRONTIERS
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Madiha Rafiq, Xiaozhen Hu, Zhiliang Ye, Abdul Qayum, Hong Xia, Liangsheng Hu, Fushen Lu, Paul K. Chu
Summary: Researchers summarized the importance of hexagonal boron nitride (h-BN) as a two-dimensional material in the field of green energy applications, and introduced its potential applications in energy conversion. The article discussed modification strategies to convert insulating h-BN into conductive materials and its progress and applications as an electrocatalyst.
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Chemistry, Physical
Yun Xing, Shan Zhao, Jiaying Wu, Xin Tang, Yu Zhang, Zhirong Zou, Ke Huang, Xiaoli Xiong
Summary: In this paper, nitrogen-doped carbon-encapsulated polyhedral yolk-shell nanostructure bimetallic selenide (ZnSe@CoSe2/N-C) electrocatalyst was prepared, which exhibited outstanding oxygen evolution reaction performance. The specially designed nitrogen-doped core-shell structure with high specific surface area and rough porous surface facilitates electron and ion transfer. The high conductivity of ZnSe, CoSe2 nanoparticles, and the synergistic effect of bimetal contribute to the enhanced electrochemical activity and durability of the catalyst.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Ruxin Deng, Lingling Lin, Liya Li, Jian Wu
Summary: Transition metal phosphides are considered promising electrocatalysts for the hydrogen evolution reaction, with microporous structures promoting efficient mass-transfer mechanisms and carbon materials as carriers enhancing electronic conductivity to further increase catalytic activity. The Ni2P-MPH@NGO composite catalyst, supported on nitrogen-doped graphene, shows excellent performance in HER with smaller overpotential, lower Tafel slope, and long-term durability under acid conditions, demonstrating the synergistic effect of microporous structures and graphene in improving catalytic activity.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xuelin Dao, Ming Nie, Hai Sun, Wei Dong, Zhenhong Xue, Qing Li, Jianming Liao, Xiaoxue Wang, Xuan Zhao, Daxiang Yang, Liumei Teng
Summary: In this study, MOF(Ni) and MOF(Ni)-GR(w%) were synthesized using a solvothermal method, and their structures and compositions were analyzed through physical characterization techniques. The results demonstrated that doping graphene in MOF(Ni) can effectively enhance the electrochemical catalytic activity of the composites, with MOF(Ni)-GR(4%) showing the highest performance at a graphene content of 4%.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Lin-Ping Wang, Kuang Li, Hua-Long Ding, Le Xu, Chen Huang, Jiao-Jiao Zhou, Cong-Tao Wen, Pei-Lin Zhang, Wei-Wei Wang, Lu-Yang Chen
Summary: This study successfully synthesized a honeycomb-like porous MoCo alloy electrocatalyst on a nitrogen-doped three-dimensional porous graphene substrate, which exhibited low hydrogen evolution overpotential and high catalytic activity. Moreover, the electrocatalyst remained highly active after stability testing.
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
Deliang Zhang, Yuge Zhang, Qiang Li, Mingdong Dong
Summary: The study found that environmental adsorbates play an important role in load-dependent friction hysteresis in graphene, leading to a positive friction hysteresis. After the removal of environmental adsorbates, a negative friction hysteresis was observed.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Jingjing Zhao, Ying Zhang, Xiangxiang Zhang, Chao Li, Hang Du, Steffan Moller Sonderskov, Wei Mu, Mingdong Dong, Xiaojun Han
Summary: Mass transport across cell membranes is essential for cellular metabolism. Electrostatically mediated membrane fusion is used to transport small molecules and macromolecules between oppositely charged vesicles, triggering important biological processes such as enzyme reactions and gene expression. These findings provide a crucial step for investigating complex cellular metabolism.
ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zibo Li, Xia Xu, Fanchen Yu, Jinbo Fei, Qiang Li, Mingdong Dong, Junbai Li
Summary: This study demonstrates the directional proton migration through the construction of oriented bacteriorhodopsin microcapsules coated by FoF1-ATPase, which generates a higher proton gradient for ATP synthesis. Additionally, the introduction of optically matched quantum dots further promotes photosynthetic activity.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2022)
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Engineering, Chemical
Hongfeng Li, Liwei Zhao, Yingjie Qiao, Xuefeng Bai, Dezhi Wang, Chunyan Qu, Wanbao Xiao, Yongqiang Wang
Summary: This study used an acrylic triblock copolymer to toughen the benzoxazine/epoxy resin system and prepare a resin suitable for structural adhesives and composite surface films. It was found that the addition of BMG significantly increased the toughness and bonding performance of the resin system while maintaining its heat resistance.
JOURNAL OF ADHESION SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Xuya Xiong, Feng Xiong, He Tian, Zegao Wang, Yuqing Wang, Rui Tao, Lasse Hyldgaard Klausen, Mingdong Dong
Summary: Research shows that the anion conductor memristor based on layered double hydroxide exhibits abnormal resistive switching behavior with a high ON/OFF ratio at room temperature. The results indicate that the intercalated ions play a key role in the set and reset process of the memristor.
ADVANCED ELECTRONIC MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zibo Li, Qian Liu, Deliang Zhang, Yin Wang, Yuge Zhang, Qiang Li, Mingdong Dong
Summary: This study investigated hydration friction on mica-electrolyte interfaces using atomic force microscopy. The results showed that hydration force was higher at high ionic concentrations and the hydration friction coefficient followed the trend K+< Na+< Li+< Cs+. This study provides insights into the origins of hydration friction.
NANOSCALE HORIZONS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zibo Li, Qian Liu, Qiang Li, Mingdong Dong
Summary: This study investigates the lubrication effect of hydrated halogen anions on positively charged surfaces using atomic force microscopy and friction force microscopy. The results show that the mechanical properties of the hydration layers depend on the concentration of electrolyte solutions, and the friction coefficient and friction dissipation are significantly lower at low concentrations. Superlubricity can be achieved in low concentration electrolyte solution. These findings provide insights into the origins of hydration lubrication.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ziwei Su, Xiangxiang Zhang, Weichen Wang, Mingdong Dong, Xiaojun Han
Summary: This study demonstrates an efficient way to build self-powered artificial cells containing thylakoids that convert light energy into chemical energy to supply ATP. The generated ATP and NADPH can be used in promoting biological enzyme cascade reactions and provide a pathway for building more complex artificial cells.
CHINESE JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Deliang Zhang, Zibo Li, Lasse Hyldgaard Klausen, Qiang Li, Mingdong Dong
Summary: This article summarizes the friction behaviors and underlying physical mechanisms of 2D materials, with an increased understanding of their friction properties thanks to the development of atomic and friction force microscopy. The effects of atomic structures and external factors on friction, as well as strategies for friction modulation, are discussed. The challenges in practical applications of 2D materials as atomically thin lubricants and the prospects for future progression are also provided.
MATERIALS TODAY PHYSICS
(2022)
Article
Thermodynamics
Botao Zhang, Shengjie Gong, Shichang Dong, Zhenqin Xiong, Qiang Guo
Summary: Boiling-induced vibration characteristics and mechanisms were investigated in pool boiling experiments. Turbulence and bubble collapse were identified as the two main mechanisms causing vibration. The peak amplitude of the first natural frequency increased with increasing heat flux and decreasing subcooling degree for turbulence-induced vibration. The peak amplitude of the second natural frequency increased with increasing heat flux for a certain subcooled temperature above 10 degrees C, and remained stable for lower subcooled temperatures. The dominant mechanism transitioned from bubble collapse to turbulence with decreasing subcooled temperature for a certain heat flux. The highest root-mean-square (RMS) value of vibration velocity corresponded to an increasing subcooled temperature with increasing heat flux.
APPLIED THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Liwei Zhao, Hongfeng Li, Yingjie Qiao, Xuefeng Bai, Dezhi Wang, Chunyan Qu, Wanbao Xiao, Ye Liu, Jian Zhang
Summary: In this study, an accelerated curing system for epoxy/aromatic amine adhesives was developed using an oxo-centered trinuclear (chromium III) complex and a thermoplastic block copolymer. The modified epoxy adhesive showed excellent thermal stability and bonding properties after rapid curing.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Jordi Amagat, Yingchun Su, Frederik Hobjerg Svejso, Alice Le Friec, Steffan Moller Sonderskov, Mingdong Dong, Ying Fang, Menglin Chen
Summary: In this study, porous and conductive hydrogel-based nerve guidance conduits (NGCs) with anisotropic, self-snapping properties were successfully fabricated for peripheral nerve regeneration. The electroactive g-C3N4 H/rGO3 hydrogel supported normal viability and proliferation of neural cells, with significantly longer neurites observed compared to pristine g-C3N4 H hydrogel. Furthermore, the NGC with aligned microchannels showed optimal neurite guidance, indicating great potential for repairing peripheral nerve injuries.
MATERIALS TODAY BIO
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Liwei Zhao, Xin Xu, Wanbao Xiao, Hongfeng Li, Hao Feng, Changwei Liu, Yingjie Qiao, Xuefeng Bai, Dezhi Wang, Chunyan Qu
Summary: In this paper, a modified epoxy-based bismaleimide (BMI) resin structural adhesive was developed for bonding BMI-based CFRP with excellent properties. The adhesive was prepared using epoxy-modified BMI as the matrix and PEK-C and core-shell polymers as synergistic tougheners. The modified BMI adhesive exhibited improved processability and bonding properties but slightly reduced thermal stability due to the addition of epoxy resins. However, the inclusion of PEK-C and core-shell polymers synergistically improved toughness and bonding performances, while maintaining heat resistance. The optimized BMI adhesive demonstrated excellent heat resistance, with high glass transition temperature and thermal degradation temperature, as well as satisfactory intrinsic bonding and thermal stability.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Rongrong Wu, Zengkai Wang, Zili Jia, Chenglong Li, Jie Wang, Lei Liu, Mingdong Dong
Summary: This study investigates the cross-fibrillation of A beta peptides and different hIAPP structures. The experimental results show that hIAPP aggregates enhance the fibrillation of A beta, especially hIAPP fibrils. Using quantitative nanomechanical mapping and molecular dynamic simulations, different hybrid amyloid strains can be distinguished based on their mechanical properties and structural transformations.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Steven J. Roeters, Kris Strunge, Kasper B. Pedersen, Thaddeus W. Golbek, Mikkel Bregnhoj, Yuge Zhang, Yin Wang, Mingdong Dong, Janni Nielsen, Daniel E. Otzen, Birgit Schiott, Tobias Weidner
Summary: This study reports a mechanism explaining why lipid membranes catalyze the formation of harmful aggregates at elevated concentrations.
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
