Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zhen Gao, Xin He, Wenzhong Li, Yao He, Kai Xiong
Summary: The relationship between the structure and properties of materials is the core of material research. In this study, two-dimensional Pd-3(AsX4)(2) materials were explored using density functional theory based on first principles, and their properties as indirect semiconductors and their potential for photocatalysis and oxygen evolution were demonstrated.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
S. S. Ullah, H. U. Din, Q. Alam, M. Idrees, Bin Amin, W. Khan, M. Farooq, Cuong Q. Q. Nguyen, Chuong V. V. Nguyen
Summary: The electronic structure, optical properties, and photocatalytic performance of the SiS/BSe heterostructure were investigated by first-principles calculations. The SiS/BSe heterostructure was found to be energetically and thermally stable in the ground state. The band gap of the SiS/BSe heterostructure was reduced compared to the constituent monolayers, suggesting enhanced optical absorption. Moreover, the heterostructure exhibited type-II band alignment, making it a promising candidate for photogenerated charge separation and light detection. The absorption spectrum of the SiS/BSe heterostructure showed broadening and red-shift. Additionally, the heterostructure had suitable band edges and standard redox potentials, making it a potential candidate for photocatalytic water dissociation under solar light irradiation. These findings pave the way for practical applications of the SiS/BSe heterostructure in optoelectronics and photocatalysis.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Wenxue Zhang, Jiating Hou, Min Bai, Cheng He, Jiuran Wen
Summary: In this study, a new PG/AlAs 5 vdW heterostructure is proposed as a visible-light photocatalyst for water splitting, and its performance is calculated using first-principles method. The results show that the PG/AlAs 5 heterostructure has good visible light absorption intensity and meets the requirements for photocatalytic water splitting. Additionally, strain engineering can change the band edge position and light absorption performance, further improving its performance.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Laurens S. F. Frowijn, Wilfried G. J. H. M. van Sark
Summary: Hydrogen is essential for a sustainable society, especially when generated from renewable energy sources. This study in the Netherlands compares the techno-economic and overall performance of different solar-to-hydrogen methods, with photovoltaics-based electrolysis found to be the cheapest option. The costs of alternative methods like photo-catalytic water splitting and direct bio-photolysis are expected to decrease in the future. Based on investor preferences, photovoltaics-based electrolysis is considered the most ideal choice, with potential for performance improvements.
SUSTAINABLE ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES AND ASSESSMENTS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Mosayeb Naseri, Shirin Amirian, Mehrdad Faraji, Mohammad Abdur Rashid, Maicon Pierre Lourenco, Venkataraman Thangadurai, D. R. Salahub
Summary: Inspired by the successful transfer of freestanding ultrathin films of SrTiO3 and BiFeO3, this study assessed the structural stability and investigated the electronic, optical, and thermoelectric properties of a group of two-dimensional perovskite-type materials called perovskenes. The findings revealed that these materials are wide bandgap semiconductors with potential application in UV shielding. Moreover, they exhibit better electrical and thermal conductivity at high temperatures, enabling efficient power generation in thermoelectric devices.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Nanlin Xu, Yan Chen, Shanjun Chen, Weibin Zhang, Song Li, Ruijie Song, Jingyi Zhang
Summary: This study comprehensively investigates the properties of new perovskite hydrides XVH3 using density functional theory (DFT). The results show that XVH3 compounds have thermodynamic and mechanical stability, and they are brittle materials. The bonding type of these compounds is closer to ionic bonding, and they are insulators with ferromagnetic properties. Furthermore, these compounds exhibit high absorption rates in the ultraviolet region.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Jose Coutinho, Diana Gomes, Vitor J. B. Torres, Tarek O. Abdul Fattah, Vladimir P. Markevich, Anthony R. Peaker
Summary: This article presents a theoretical model of hydrogen-related reactions with impurities in n- and p-type solar-grade silicon. It addresses reactions with dopants and carbon that are relevant to the degradation of silicon solar cells, particularly in light- and elevated temperature-induced degradation. The article highlights the comparative study of hydrogen molecule dissociation in B- and Ga-doped material, the subsequent formation of acceptor-hydrogen pairs, the proposed mechanisms explaining the kinetics of photo-/carrier-induced dissociation of PH and CH pairs in n-type Si, the analysis of reactions involving interactions between molecules with P and C, and the identification of electron and hole traps using atomistic- and wavefunction-resolved models. The thermodynamics of several reactions involving hydrogen with group-III acceptors in silicon is also investigated. Overall, the results provide a first-principles-level understanding of thermally and carrier-activated processes relevant to degradation of Si-based solar cells.
Article
Physics, Applied
Yu-Liang Liu, Xin-Xin Jiang, Bo Li, Ying Shi, De-Sheng Liu, Chuan-Lu Yang
Summary: The research focuses on a ternary Sn2S2P4 monolayer with excellent stability, an indirect bandgap of 1.77 eV, and the ability to trigger overall water splitting. It exhibits noticeable optical absorption and photocurrent density in the visible range, making it a promising candidate for overall photocatalytic water splitting with a theoretically predicted solar-to-hydrogen efficiency as high as 17.51%.
APPLIED PHYSICS LETTERS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Nguyen Dang Khang, Cuong Q. Nguyen, Le M. Duc, Chuong V. Nguyen
Summary: Constructing heterostructures of two-dimensional materials, such as boron phosphide (BP) and Sc2CF2, can manipulate their electronic properties and enhance their application potential. In this study, the stability, electronic behavior, and band alignment of the BP/Sc2CF2 heterostructure were investigated using first-principles calculations. The results show that the BP/Sc2CF2 heterostructure is stable and exhibits semiconducting behavior with type-II band alignment. Furthermore, the electronic properties and band alignment can be tuned by applying an electric field and modifying the interlayer coupling, which highlights the potential of the BP/Sc2CF2 heterostructure for photovoltaic solar cells.
NANOSCALE ADVANCES
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Muhammad Mohsin, Tehmeena Ishaq, Ijaz Ahmad Bhatti, Maryam, Asim Jilani, Ammar A. Melaibari, Nidal H. Abu-Hamdeh
Summary: This article discusses the application of nanomaterials in photocatalytic hydrogen production. Nanomaterials are attractive due to their high specific surface area, morphology, and light absorption. Hydrogen, as a clean and green energy source, can help mitigate the existing energy crisis and environmental pollution caused by fossil fuels. The article summarizes various techniques to enhance hydrogen production, including the thermochemical process, electrocatalytic process, and direct solar water splitting. It also reviews modification strategies such as band gap engineering, semiconductor alloys, and multiphoton photocatalysts. This review can serve as a reference for researchers and encourage the development of new materials for hydrogen generation.
Article
Physics, Applied
Peng Xu, Yi Han, Fuxiang Liu
Summary: The study revealed that Cs2PdI6 has quasi-direct band gap nature and requires passivation through external doping. The Cs2Pd(I1-xBrx)(6) alloy is highly miscible with a tunable band gap depending on composition x, reaching the lowest band gap at Cs2Pd(I0.7Br0.3)(6).
APPLIED PHYSICS EXPRESS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ludwig Huettenhofer, Matthias Golibrzuch, Oliver Bienek, Fedja J. Wendisch, Rui Lin, Markus Becherer, Ian D. Sharp, Stefan A. Maier, Emiliano Cortes
Summary: Tailoring the optical properties of photocatalysts through nanostructuring can enhance solar light harvesting efficiencies, with imprint lithography developed for large-scale fabrication of semiconductor photoelectrodes. The combination of anapole excitations and metasurface lattice resonances improves the absorption efficiency of model materials over the visible spectrum, leading to a significant enhancement of photocurrent under solar illumination conditions.
ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Anirudh Nandakumar, Xihong Peng, Candace K. K. Chan
Summary: Type II germanium clathrates, known for their cage-like structures, have potential applications as anodes in batteries. This study investigates the mechanism of desodiation in the synthesis of Ge-136 clathrates and confirms the feasibility of Na vacancy formation in Na4Ge4. The study also discusses the energetics, sodium migration pathways, and electrochemical performance of Ge-136 as an anode material for Na-ion batteries, providing valuable insights for the design of new materials for energy storage applications.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY C
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xiaoyue Sun, Tianyu Hu, Yingru Sun, Xu Gao, Zikang Cao, Yating Liu, Luqi Wang, Li Li
Summary: One effective strategy for improving the photocatalytic activity of composite materials is to construct a heterostructure using layered double hydroxide (LDH) as the main photocatalytic material. In this study, a novel flower-like spherical photocatalytic composite, ZnCdS/Bi2WO6/ZnAl-LDH, with a dual type II heterostructure, was prepared by a hydrothermal method. The composite exhibited a significantly broader light absorption range and a more uniform pore size distribution compared to ZnAl-LDH. It was found that a composition with 20% ZnCdS displayed the highest photocurrent density, the lowest electron-transfer resistance, and the lowest electron-hole recombination efficiency. The ZnCdS/Bi2WO6/ZnAl-LDH composite showed good photocatalytic degradation ability and enhanced hydrogen production, which remained stable after three experimental cycles. Trapping experiments identified the active species involved in the photocatalytic reaction and suggested the presence of a dual type II heterostructure in the composite.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY OF SOLIDS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Neeraj Kumar Biswas, Anupam Srivastav, Sakshi Saxena, Anuradha Verma, Runjhun Dutta, Manju Srivastava, Sumant Upadhyay, Vibha Rani Satsangi, Rohit Shrivastav, Sahab Dass
Summary: In this study, the photoelectrochemical activity of nitrogen-doped titanium dioxide thin-film was investigated using experiments and first principle density-based calculation. It was observed that the band-gap of N-TiO2 reduced due to hybridization of N 2p with O 2p and localized valence band upshifting. The experimental results showed that the nanostructured partially crystalline nitrogen-doped titanium dioxide photoelectrode exhibited high photoelectrochemical response, which can be attributed to the abundance of hydroxyl groups, high electrochemical active surface area, and reduced charge transfer and recombination rates.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Tongtong Li, Cheng He, Wenxue Zhang
Summary: Carbon allotropes are effective anchoring materials to alleviate the shuttle effect in lithium sulfur batteries. Studies on T-G monolayers show that they can enhance the interaction with LiPSs and have low diffusion barriers, ensuring high capacity and coulombic efficiency of batteries. These findings provide material design principles for high performance Li-S batteries using carbon allotrope monolayers.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
W. X. Zhang, H. Wang, P. Zhao, C. He
Summary: A facile one-step solvothermal method was used to synthesize SnS/SnO2/C nanocluster particles, which showed high discharge capacity as anode materials for lithium-ion batteries at a current density of 100 mA g(-1).
Article
Chemistry, Physical
C. He, Y. Liang, W. X. Zhang
Summary: The study introduces a novel gC3N4/g-CN van der Waals heterostructure, which can achieve better catalytic water splitting by modulating electronic, thermodynamic, and optical properties, demonstrating its potential as a photocatalyst for water splitting.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Wenxue Zhang, Huiyu Ma, Tongtong Li, Cheng He
Summary: In this study, a new metal-organic framework material Ni-HAB-CP was designed and its application potential as a benzene sensor was investigated. The results show that Ni-HAB-CP has high adsorption capacity and selectivity for benzene, making it a promising candidate for a highly efficient and recyclable benzene sensor.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Y. K. Zhang, H. Wang, W. X. Zhang, P. Zhao, C. He
Summary: In this study, a C@SnO2 core-shell nanostructure was successfully constructed, showing excellent lithium storage performance with high initial discharge capacity and good cycling stability, surpassing other materials.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yibo Wu, Cheng He, Wenxue Zhang
Summary: In this study, a new capture-backdonation-recapture mechanism is proposed to solve the issues in the development of heteronuclear metal-free double-atom catalysts. Based on this mechanism, the material structure, adsorption energy, catalytic activity, and selectivity are systematically investigated to evaluate the performance of 36 catalysts. B-Si@BP1 and B-Si@BP3 are selected as promising catalysts with good catalytic performance and low limiting potentials. The results also verify the validity of the capture-backdonation-recapture mechanism. This work expands the ideas and lays the theoretical foundation for future development of heteronuclear metal-free double-atom catalysts.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Cheng He, Yu Liang, Wenxue Zhang
Summary: This study utilizes density functional theory and particle swarm optimization algorithm to discover that a single metal-atom-doped C6N2 monolayer can effectively enhance the performance of Li-S batteries and address the challenges they face.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
W. X. Zhang, S. Xi, Y. Liang, C. He
Summary: The development and design of penta-graphene/GeP2 and PG/SiP2 van der Waals heterostructures as visible-light-driven water splitting photocatalysts were investigated. The results showed promising band-gap values and band-edge positions, indicating their potential for water splitting. The unique band alignment of these heterostructures led to high solar-to-hydrogen energy conversion efficiencies, making them important candidates for overall water splitting.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
W. X. Zhang, J. Q. Guo, H. Y. Ma, J. R. Wen, C. He
Summary: In this study, the behavior of single-atom catalysts formed by g-CN monolayer doped with various transition metal atoms during propane dehydrogenation was systematically investigated using first principles calculation. The results demonstrate that Cr@g-CN exhibits excellent catalytic properties and provides an opportunity and guidance for propane nonoxidative dehydrogenation.
CHEMICAL PHYSICS LETTERS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
C. He, Z. F. Qi, W. X. Zhang
Summary: The adsorption, catalytic, and electrical properties of two-dimensional transition metal carbonitrides (MCNs) have been systematically investigated as cathodes for Li-S batteries. TiCN and VCN show promising ability to suppress the shuttle effect and improve battery performance.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2023)
Article
Physics, Applied
Chaoyue Zhang, Junan Feng, Xin Guo, Jinqiang Zhang, Wenxue Zhang, Lixue Zhang, Jianjun Song, Guangjie Shao, Guoxiu Wang
Summary: Core-shell SiO2@Ti3C2Tx MXene hollow spheres are used as multifunctional catalysts to enhance the performance of Li-S batteries. The dual-polar and dual-physical properties of SiO2 core and MXene shell provide multiple defense lines to the shuttle effect of lithium polysulfides (LiPSs). The SiO2@MX/S electrodes exhibit high capacity, remarkable cycling stability, and low capacity decay, highlighting the significance of core-shell dual-polar structural sulfur catalysts for practical application in advanced Li-S batteries.
APPLIED PHYSICS LETTERS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
W. X. Zhang, J. H. Zhang, J. Q. Guo, C. He, J. R. Wen
Summary: Carbon layer-coated and N-doped NiS2 nanospheres were synthesized through PVP-assisted hydrothermal and subsequent annealing processes, which reduced volume expansion, improved electrical conductivity and Na+ storage activity, and increased ion diffusion kinetics during electrochemical charge-discharge. NiS2@NC showed excellent specific capacity (554.3 mAh g-1 at 0.2 A g-1, first-cycle coulombic efficiency of 92.3%) and excellent long-cycle stability (436.3 mAh g-1 at 1 A g-1 for 800 cycles) when evaluated as a negative electrode for Sodium-ion batteries, demonstrating its potential as an ideal anode material for SIBs.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
W. X. Zhang, J. T. Hou, M. Bai, C. He, J. R. Wen
Summary: Type-II heterostructures of 2D semiconductor materials have shown promise in addressing the environmental crisis. This study demonstrates the stability and photocatalytic properties of ZnO/Ga2SSe and ZnO/GaSe heterostructures through DFT calculations. The theoretical results confirm their compatibility with photocatalytic water splitting. The Gibbs free energy in the redox process confirms the thermodynamic spontaneity of oxygen reactions in both heterostructures. The ZnO/Ga2SSe heterostructure, specifically, shows potential for spontaneous hydrogen evolution. Furthermore, strain tuning enhances the absorption performance of the ZnO/Ga2SSe heterostructure and significantly improves its solar hydrogen efficiency (STH) compared to pristine ZnO and Ga2SSe. In conclusion, the ZnO/Ga2SSe heterostructure holds promise as a prospective substitute material for water splitting.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Yibo Wu, Cheng He, Wenxue Zhang
Summary: This study explores the relationship between the inherent properties of heteronuclear double-atom catalysts and catalytic activity. By summarizing the free energy for key steps of the nitrogen reduction reaction (NRR) on 55 catalysts calculated through first-principles, the expressions for predicting free energy and corresponding descriptors are derived using machine learning. The selection strategy for the central atom of heteronuclear double-atom catalysts is proposed, and five catalysts with low limiting potential and excellent selectivity are screened. This work has guiding significance for experimental efforts to select heteronuclear double-atom catalytic centers.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Qian Wu, Yubo Cui, Guifeng Xia, Jinlong Yang, Shuming Du, Xinhong Xiong, Li Yang, Dong Xu, Xu Deng, Jiaxi Cui
Summary: Passive daytime radiative cooling (PDRC) technology, while promising for global spacing cooling, faces limitations in practical application due to reduced cooling effectiveness caused by wear and dirt contamination. Researchers have developed a renewable armor structure using fluorinated hollow glass microspheres to enhance the anti-fouling and cooling properties of PDRC coatings. The coatings exhibit high solar reflectance and thermal emittance, leading to significant temperature reduction below ambient temperature.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Qiang Bei, Bei Zhang, Kaifeng Wang, Shiming Zhang, Guichuan Xing, Clement Cabanetos
Summary: The power conversion efficiency (PCE) of organic solar cells (OSCs) has reached 20% in recent years, thanks to the advantages of organic photoactive materials. Benzothiadiazole (BT) has attracted significant research attention as a building block of OSCs. OSCs based on BT structure have shown diversity, and the increasing PCE values indicate a promising future for OSCs. This review analyzes the progress made in the last decades, focusing on effective BT small-molecules and BT polymers for OSCs. The structure-property relationships, donor-acceptor matching criteria, and morphology control approaches are discussed. The remaining challenges and a personal perspective on the future advancement of OSCs are summarized.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Rong He, Dandan Tang, Ningge Xu, Heng Liu, Kun Dou, Xuejun Zhou, Fabiao Yu
Summary: Nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) is a common malignant tumor of the head and neck, with a high incidence in China and Southeast Asian countries. In this study, a novel near-infrared fluorescent probe, SNAFL-GSH, was designed and synthesized for the detection of glutathione (GSH). The probe showed selective detection of GSH and the ability to distinguish normal and cancer cells. It has great potential for application in the diagnosis and evaluation of NPC.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zhukang Guo, Baijiang Jin, Yile Fang, Lian Jin, Song Li, Yan Deng, Zhu Chen, Hui Chen, Yuanying Zhang, Rabia Usman, Nongyue He
Summary: This study isolated primary cells that can be stably passaged from spontaneous tumors of genetically engineered pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma model mice and used an autonomously developed automated screening instrument for efficient nucleic acid aptamer screening. The obtained aptamers were affinity verified at the cellular level. The study also investigated the impact of cell growth environment difference on the recognition ability of aptamers and confirmed the targeting ability and drug loading ability of the aptamer.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zhongshan Yang, Qiqi Zhang, Hui Song, Xin Chen, Jiwei Cui, Yanhui Sun, Lequan Liu, Jinhua Ye
Summary: Methane chemistry is a significant area of research in catalysis. Converting methane into value-added chemicals is desirable but challenging due to its high C-H bonding energy and lack of pi bonding or unpaired electrons. Photocatalytic partial oxidation of methane to liquid oxygenates is a promising technology for achieving high efficiency and selectivity under mild conditions. The choice and activation of oxidants are crucial for its performance.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Peng Shan, Jing Liao, Jiayi Li, Chengyan Wang, Jie Zhou, Linqiang Mei, Yunlu Dai, Qiang Wang, Wenyan Yin
Summary: This study reports an oral radioprotectant Gel@GYY that combines a gelatin-based hydrogel and a pH-responsive hydrogen sulfide donor. Gel@GYY has excellent adhesion and sustained release properties, allowing it to release H2S in the gastrointestinal tract and effectively scavenge free radicals induced by radiation. It also reduces inflammation and has biodegradable properties.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lu Liu, Ziyi Liu, Jingnan Cui, Guiling Ning, Weitao Gong
Summary: The development of new metal-free heterogeneous catalysts has been the subject of extensive research. In this study, a new Troger's base (TB)-derived porous organic polymer (POPs) was designed and prepared by integrating multifunctional monomers. The resulting polymer, which combines the advantages of pillar[5]arene macrocycle and TB moiety, exhibited enhanced catalytic performance in Knoevenagel condensation and CO2 conversion, serving as an effective metal-free catalyst. This work provides a new strategy for fabricating metal-free heterogeneous catalysts based on macrocyclic POPs.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Leyong Zhou, Changyin Yang, Weitao Dou, Tongxia Jin, Haibo Yang, Lin Xu
Summary: This review summarizes the application of micro/nanofluidic techniques in constructing supramolecular assemblies of different scales, and highlights the advantages of these techniques over conventional synthesis methods. Furthermore, it emphasizes the potential of micro/nanofluidic systems in improving our understanding of supramolecular self-assembly processes.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yanchao Jin, Suixiaochen Chen, Peiwen Huang, Xiongjian Chen, Chun-Yan Lin, Li-Ping Li, Xiao Chen, Rui Ding, Jianxi Liu, Riyao Chen
Summary: In this study, magnesium and coconut shell carbon were used to disinfect water by adsorbing copper(II) and converting dissolved oxygen to hydrogen peroxide through Mg corrosion. The copper was enriched on the carbon surface and efficiently catalyzed the hydrogen peroxide to inactivate E.coli. The process showed promising disinfection performance both in laboratory experiments and real wastewater treatment.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Haihong Lai, Zehong Chen, Hao Zhuo, Yijie Hu, Xuan Zhao, Jiwang Yi, Hongzhi Zheng, Ge Shi, Yifan Tong, Ling Meng, Xinwen Peng, Linxin Zhong
Summary: By altering the pyrolysis route of cellulose nanofiber, the structural defects of carbon aerogels can be reduced, leading to improved compressibility and stress retention, as well as higher stress sensor sensitivity and temperature coefficient.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lina Guo, Jinsong Ding, Wenhu Zhou
Summary: Bacteria-based tumor therapy has resurfaced due to the revolution of tumor immunotherapy, offering unique solutions for traditional tumor treatments. Bacteria with active tropism can selectively colonize tumor sites and suppress tumor growth through various mechanisms, making them attractive tools for tumor treatment. This critical review introduces recent advances in bacteria-based tumor therapy, including bacterial properties, their benefits for tumor therapy, anti-tumor mechanisms, challenges, and future perspectives.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lan Liang, Chuanbin Wang, Xukai Lu, Yunan Sun, Beibei Yan, Ning Li, Guanyi Chen, Li'an Hou
Summary: This study investigates the interactions between phenol and benzaldehyde in the ECH process through experiments and theoretical calculations. The results show that phenol can accelerate the conversion of benzaldehyde, while benzaldehyde inhibits the conversion of phenol. The research provides a theoretical basis for the application of ECH in practical bio-oil upgrading.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Pengcheng Fan, Yuhao He, Junan Pan, Ning Sun, Qiyu Zhang, Chen Gu, Kang Chen, Weinan Yin, Longlu Wang
Summary: This study focuses on the recent progress in hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) based on photothermal effect. It introduces the main pathways of photothermal conversions applied in H2 evolution, summarizes the functions of the photothermal effect, and presents a method to improve the catalytic system through thermal means. The study also discusses the challenges and outlook in this promising area.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Leiduo Lai, Hongyu Zhou, Yichen Hong, Mengfan Luo, Yang Shi, Heng Zhang, Zhaokun Xiong, Gang Yao, Bo Lai
Summary: In this study, a facile ammonia reduction strategy was proposed and a novel FeVO3-x catalyst was synthesized for the activation of peroxymonosulfate (PMS) to degrade the pharmaceutical carbamazepine (CBZ). The results showed that the system could rapidly degrade CBZ and generate various active species involved in the degradation process.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Tangxin Xiao, Xiuxiu Li, Liangliang Zhang, Kai Diao, Zheng-Yi Li, Xiao-Qiang Sun, Leyong Wang
Summary: This study presents the construction of a supramolecular light harvesting system based on sequential energy transfer. The system demonstrates tunable fluorescence emission through self-assembly of polymers into nanoparticles, achieving efficient two-step light harvesting.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
