Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xin Su, Qiankun Sha, Xuefeng Gao, Jianhua Li, Yutong Wu, Wei Li, Weiguang Wu, Na Han, Xingxiang Zhang
Summary: This study successfully introduced chitosan quaternary ammonium salt and conductive MXene into polyester non-woven fabric, forming a continuous conductive network that provides good electrical conductivity and heat conversion performance. Additionally, the fabric exhibits excellent antimicrobial and flame retardant properties. Therefore, this intelligent non-woven fabric has great potential for various applications.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Wei-Jin Zhang, Shuwei Li, Veena Vijayan, Jun Seok Lee, Sung Soo Park, Xiuguo Cui, Ildoo Chung, Jaejun Lee, Suk-kyun Ahn, Jung Rae Kim, In-Kyu Park, Chang-Sik Ha
Summary: In this study, a responsive nanoparticle system was designed for efficient chemotherapy drug delivery and antibacterial applications. The nanoparticles showed superior biocompatibility and stability, and exhibited excellent photothermal conversion efficiency and extinction coefficient. Additionally, the nanoparticles demonstrated both ROS-responsive and pH-responsive release performance of the chemotherapy drug, as well as high antibacterial activity.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hua He, Zhiguang Guo
Summary: This study presents a simple method of dip-coating and in situ growth to decorate MXene and Polypyrrole on fabric fibers, resulting in a superhydrophobic conductive fabric. The fabric retains its softness and breathability while exhibiting excellent electrical conductivity, superhydrophobicity, chemical stability, and mechanical durability. It also demonstrates outstanding electrical and photothermal heating performance, as well as effective dewatering and deicing capacity.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Haipeng Wu, Junchen Luo, Xuewu Huang, Ling Wang, Zheng Guo, Jiayi Liang, Shu Zhang, Huaiguo Xue, Jiefeng Gao
Summary: This study presents a simple two-step spraying method to prepare superhydrophobic and multifunctional coatings, which introduce Fe3O4 nanoparticles and F-ACNTs to improve surface roughness, magnetic property, and photothermal performance. The use of PDMS enhances interfacial adhesion and durability. The resulting coating maintains superhydrophobicity under various conditions and can be used for controlled self-propelled motion and oil removal with high efficiency.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Jiaying Wang, Peihang Li, Peng Yu, Tim Leydecker, Ilker S. Bayer, Dusan Losic, Arup Neogi, Zhiming Wang
Summary: This paper presents a simple and efficient solution based on new plasmonic photothermal superhydrophobic composite coatings, which can be used to address surface anti-icing and deicing issues. The composite coating demonstrated excellent performance and multifunctional features.
ADVANCED COMPOSITES AND HYBRID MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wei Wang, Lin Cao, Qiyuan Li, Cuiting Du, Shougang Chen
Summary: Diseases caused by bacterial infection pose a significant threat to human health, highlighting the importance of developing efficient antibacterial materials. In this study, Ti3C2@CuS nanosheets with an accordion-like structure were synthesized, demonstrating excellent dispersion in a polyurethane matrix. The resulting Ti3C2@CuS-PU material exhibited enhanced mechanical properties, thermal stability, and sustained release of copper ions, which contributed to its outstanding long-term sterilization ability and self-healing performance. This work presents a promising approach for designing multifunctional antibacterial materials.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Biomaterials
Linli Zhang, Hui Zhang, Hongling Zhou, Yi Tan, Zhengmin Zhang, Wei Yang, Lixing Zhao, Zhihe Zhao
Summary: Infected bone defect repair is a major challenge in orthopedic surgery. A near-infrared-responsive, hierarchically porous scaffold was designed and fabricated to address the limitations in a synergetic manner, promoting new bone formation in an infected mandibular defect model.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY B
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Chang Ma, Tian Mai, Pei-Lin Wang, Wen-Yan Guo, Ming-Guo Ma
Summary: A composite aerogel film made of two-dimensional nanomaterial MXene with a unique cellular structure has been developed for improved electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding and photothermal conversion. It holds great promise for applications in wearable devices and cold complex environments.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2023)
Article
Biophysics
Huan Zheng, Huanhuan Li, Hongxian Deng, Wenlan Fang, Xiting Huang, Jiuquan Qiao, Yan Tong
Summary: In this study, black phosphorus nanosheets were prepared and loaded with antimicrobial agents to achieve excellent bactericidal effect through photothermal conversion and synergistic effect.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jun Yan, Xin Song, Haipeng Wu, Guoqiang Zhang, Huaiguo Xue, Jiefeng Gao
Summary: In this study, a layer-by-layer vacuum filtration method was used to prepare flexible and superhydrophobic composite films with high thermal stability and light responsivity. The composite films demonstrated self-propelled motion on water surface and showed excellent stability and durability due to their closely packed structure and strong interlayer interaction.
SURFACES AND INTERFACES
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Daozheng Yang, Bing Zhou, Gaojie Han, Yuezhan Feng, Jianmin Ma, Jian Han, Chuntai Liu, Changyu Shen
Summary: Flexible transparent heaters based on photothermal energy conversion are in high demand for next-generation electronic devices, but balancing photothermal efficiency and transparency remains a challenge. A flexible polycarbonate film with balanced photothermal energy conversion performance and transparency was demonstrated in this work, achieved by spraying PPy-modified Ti3C2Tx MXene. The resulting transparent film heater (MP-PC) showed satisfactory photo-thermal conversion performance and effective transmittance, making it suitable for applications such as light-triggered thermal therapy for human skin in cold environments.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Hongbo Yu, Xiaomu Xu, Zheng Xie, Xiuhong Huang, Licheng Lin, Yanpeng Jiao, Hong Li
Summary: This study constructed an efficient antibacterial system mediated by near-infrared light using ZnO/Ti3C2Tx nanomaterial. The ZnO/Ti3C2Tx showed excellent photothermal ability and antibacterial performance, as well as good biological safety.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Hongbo Yu, Xiaomu Xu, Zheng Xie, Xiuhong Huang, Licheng Lin, Yanpeng Jiao, Hong Li
Summary: This study constructed an efficient antibacterial system mediated by near-infrared light for synergistic antibacterial and biofilm dissipation. The prepared nanomaterial showed strong photothermal ability and improved antibacterial performance. In vitro cell culture and animal experiments demonstrated its good biological safety. This new type of nanomaterial has the potential to replace traditional antibacterial agents.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
X. Zang, Y. Qin, M. Gu, Y. Sun, D. Huang, J. Ji, M. Xue
Summary: Solar-driven water evaporation is an effective solution to the shortage of traditional energy sources. This study fabricates a novel MXene/ANF composite film with high-efficient photothermal conversion and water evaporation ability, which shows promising potential for solar-driven water evaporation devices.
MATERIALS TODAY SUSTAINABILITY
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Junqing Chen, Zhaodong Zhu, Hui Zhang, Shiyu Fu
Summary: This study proposes a facile method to prepare a light stimuli-responsive self-densified wood film with excellent strength, superhydrophobicity, and photothermal conversion performance. The film demonstrates good electrical conductivity and light stimulus responsiveness under NIR irradiation, allowing for remote control and electrical switch design. It also possesses recyclability and stability characteristics.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Zhengguo Wu, Weijie Deng, Jiwen Luo, Dayi Deng
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2019)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Jihai Cai, Zhengguo Wu, Chuanfu Liu, Xiaohui Wang, Xiaoying Wang
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2019)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Zhengguo Wu, Wei Zhou, Weijie Deng, Changliang Xu, Yun Cai, Xiaoying Wang
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2020)
Article
Materials Science, Biomaterials
Qimeng Jiang, Bichong Luo, Zhengguo Wu, Xiaoying Wang
MATERIALS SCIENCE & ENGINEERING C-MATERIALS FOR BIOLOGICAL APPLICATIONS
(2020)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Wei Zhou, Jiawei Fang, Shuwei Tang, Zhengguo Wu, Xiaoying Wang
Summary: The newly prepared CNGA/C-AgNPs packaging aerogel exhibits good cushioning and antibacterial properties, with significant inhibitory effects on E. coli and S. aureus. It also possesses high resilience and biodegradability.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zhengguo Wu, Lansheng Wei, Shuwei Tang, Yutong Xiong, Xiaoqian Qin, Jiwen Luo, Jiawei Fang, Xiaoying Wang
Summary: The article discusses the advantages of MXene and its applications in flexible pressure sensors, highlighting how the synthesis methods of MXenes make it relatively easy to control their microstructure and surface termination groups, allowing them to easily combine with other functional materials.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Wei Zhou, Zhengguo Wu, Fengwei Xie, Shuwei Tang, Jiawei Fang, Xiaoying Wang
Summary: Labels with dual functions of fruit freshness keeping and visual monitoring were prepared using cellulose nanofibers (CNF) and 3D printing technology. These labels extended the shelf life of litchis and accurately indicated changes in freshness, showing practicality and feasibility.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zhengguo Wu, Weijie Deng, Shuwei Tang, Eduardo Ruiz-Hitzky, Jiwen Luo, Xiaoying Wang
Summary: This study presents the preparation of novel superadsorbent material CPCM@MXenes and their high efficiency in adsorption and removal of crystal violet from water. The material features high specific surface area, 3D structural arrangement, and good recyclability.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Qimeng Jiang, Bichong Luo, Zhengguo Wu, Bin Gu, Changliang Xu, Xiaoyun Li, Xiaoying Wang
Summary: This study utilized loose corn stalk and silver nanoparticles to enhance the structure and antibacterial activity of chitin sponge, producing a crosslinked CH/CS/AgNPs sponge for antimicrobial hemostasis. The sponge demonstrated high blood absorbing ratio, low in vitro blood clotting index, and excellent in vivo hemostatic efficiency without causing inflammation. Additionally, it showed favorable biocompatibility and antibacterial properties against E. coli and S. aureus, with a wound closure rate of 76.5% after 11 days of treatment.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Zhengguo Wu, Shuwei Tang, Weijie Deng, Jiwen Luo, Xiaoying Wang
Summary: Two types of carbon spheres/AgNPs were successfully prepared using green methods, which showed good stability and high immobilization efficiency for AgNPs. These materials were then incorporated into chitosan-based films, regulating the microstructure and enhancing antibacterial activity, demonstrating promising potential for safe AgNPs antibacterial agent design.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Shuwei Tang, Zhengguo Wu, Xiaoyun Li, Fengwei Xie, Dongdong Ye, Eduardo Ruiz-Hitzky, Lansheng Wei, Xiaoying Wang
Summary: In this study, a flexible gas barrier film with a nacre-like layered structure was developed. The film exhibited superior mechanical properties, acid-base stability, and barrier properties to gases and volatile organic compounds. It also possessed antibacterial properties, biocompatibility, and degradability.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Lansheng Wei, Zhengguo Wu, Shuwei Tang, Xiaoqian Qin, Yutong Xiong, Jiaming Li, Eduardo Ruiz-Hitzky, Xiaoying Wang
Summary: This study presents a flexible piezoresistive sensor based on stable and elastic carbon-based aerogels with a long-range oriented multiscale matrix structure, inspired by the tracheid structure in plants. The carbon-based aerogel was generated using bidirectional freezing and assembled with Ti3C2Tx MXene as the conductive framework and cellulose nanofibers (CNF) as the flexible substrate. The introduction of positively charged chitosan as a bridging junction reinforcement element improved the strength and stability of the carbon-based aerogel.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xiaoqian Qin, Zhengguo Wu, Jiawei Fang, Shanshan Li, Shuwei Tang, Xiaoying Wang
Summary: In this study, ultrasonic-impelled MXene was used to intercalate montmorillonite (MMT) layers and fabricate montmorillonite/MXene nanocomposites (MTX) with micro-nano protective structure, providing a novel idea to fabricate a stable, long-acting, and efficient antibacterial agent. The nanoconfinement effect protected MXene from oxidation for 30 days, making it possible to long-term use. The immobilization of hydrophilic Ag NPs synthesized by natural polymer lignin in the MTX enhanced the antibacterial effect and retarded the cumulative release of Ag NPs.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lansheng Wei, Zhengguo Wu, Jiaming Li, Yutong Xiong, Xiaoying Wang
Summary: Researchers have successfully synthesized lignin derived hierarchical porous carbons with embedded quantum dots and a high mesopore ratio using a salt template-assisted method. These materials exhibit plentiful storage sites, excellent ion migration ability and stability, and can form an integral conductive network, significantly enhancing transfer kinetics and capacitance effect.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xinping Zhang, Yuxin Guo, Xiaoyang Liu, Shun-Yu Wu, Ya-Xuan Zhu, Shao-Zhe Wang, Qiu-Yi Duan, Ke-Fei Xu, Zi-Heng Li, Xiao-Yu Zhu, Guang-Yu Pan, Fu-Gen Wu
Summary: This study develops a nanotrigger HCFT for simultaneous photodynamic therapy and light-triggered ferroptosis therapy. The nanotrigger can relieve tumor hypoxia, induce enhanced photodynamic reaction, and facilitate the continuation of Fenton reaction, ultimately leading to lethal ferroptosis in tumor cells.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Olumide Bolarinwa Ayodele, Toyin Daniel Shittu, Olayinka S. Togunwa, Dan Yu, Zhen-Yu Tian
Summary: This study focused on the semihydrogenation of acetylene in an ethylene-rich stream using two alloyed Pt catalysts PtCu and PtCo. The PtCu catalyst showed higher activity and ethylene yield compared to PtCo due to its higher unoccupied Pt d-orbital density. This indicates that alloying Pt with Cu is more promising for industrial relevant SHA catalyst.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Guowei Chen, Wen-Cheng Chen, Yaozu Su, Ruicheng Wang, Jia-Ming Jin, Hui Liang, Bingxue Tan, Dehua Hu, Shaomin Ji, Hao-Li Zhang, Yanping Huo, Yuguang Ma
Summary: This study proposes an intramolecular dual-locking design for organic luminescent materials, achieving high luminescence efficiency and performance for deep-blue organic light-emitting diodes. The material also exhibits unique mechanochromic luminescence behavior and strong fatigue resistance.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Joren van Stee, Gregory Hermans, Jinu Joseph John, Koen Binnemans, Tom Van Gerven
Summary: This work presents a continuous solvent extraction method for the separation of cobalt and nickel in a millifluidic system using Cyphos IL 101 (C101) as the extractant. The optimal conditions for extraction performance and solvent properties were determined by investigating the effects of channel length, flow rate, and temperature. The performance of a developed manifold structure was compared to a single-channel system, and excellent separation results were achieved. The continuous separation process using the manifold structure resulted in high purity cobalt and nickel products.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yan Xu, Jingai Jiang, Xinyi Lv, Hui Li, Dongliang Yang, Wenjun Wang, Yanling Hu, Longcai Liu, Xiaochen Dong, Yu Cai
Summary: A programmed gas release nanoparticle was developed to address the challenges in treating diabetic infected wounds. It effectively removes drug-resistant pathogens and remodels the wound microenvironment using NO and H2S. The nanoparticle can eliminate bacteria and promote wound healing through antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Tong Xia, Zhilin Xi, Lianquan Suo, Chen Wang
Summary: This study investigated a highly efficient coal dust suppressant with low initial viscosity and high adhesion-solidification properties. The results demonstrated that the dust suppressant formed a network of multiple hydrogen bonding cross-linking and achieved effective adhesion and solidification of coal dust through various chemical reactions.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jinzhi Cai, Zhenshan Li
Summary: A density functional theory-based rate equation was developed to predict the gas-solid reaction kinetics of CaO carbonation with CO2 in calcium looping. The negative activation energy of CaO carbonation close to equilibrium was accurately predicted through experimental validation.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jianxiong Chen, Fuhao Ren, Ningning Yin, Jie Mao
Summary: This study presents an economically efficient and easily implementable surface modification approach to enhance the high-temperature electrical insulation and energy storage performance of polymer dielectrics. The self-assembly of high-insulation-performance boron nitride nanosheets (BNNS) on the film surface through electrostatic interactions effectively impedes charge injection from electrodes while promoting charge dissipation and heat transfer.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zijian Li, Zhaohui Yang, Shao Wang, Hongxia Luo, Zhimin Xue, Zhenghui Liu, Tiancheng Mu
Summary: This study reports a strategy for upgrading polyester plastics into value-added chemicals using electrocatalytic methods. By inducing the targeted transfer of *OH species, polyethylene terephthalate was successfully upgraded into potassium diformate with high purity. This work not only develops an excellent electrocatalyst, but also provides guidance for the design of medium entropy metal oxides.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Navneet Singh Shekhawat, Surendra Kumar Patra, Ashok Kumar Patra, Bamaprasad Bag
Summary: This study primarily focuses on developing a sulphur dyeing process at room temperature using bacterial Lysate, which is environmentally friendly, energy and cost effective, and sustainable. The process shows promising improvements in dye uptake and fastness properties.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Dengjia Shen, Hongyang Ma, Madani Khan, Benjamin S. Hsiao
Summary: This study developed cationic PVC nanofibrous membranes with high filtration and adsorption capability for the removal of bacteria and hexavalent chromium ions from wastewater. The membranes demonstrated remarkable performance in terms of filtration efficiency and maximum adsorption capacity. Additionally, modified nanofibrous membranes were produced using recycled materials and showed excellent retention rates in dynamic adsorption processes.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xiaoyan Wang, Zhikun Wang, Ben Jia, Chunling Li, Shuangqing Sun, Songqing Hu
Summary: Inspired by photosystem II, self-supported Fe-doped NiCoP nanowire arrays modified with carboxylate were constructed to boost industrial-level overall water splitting by employing the concerted proton-coupled electron transfer mechanism. The introduction of Fe and carboxyl ligand led to improved catalytic activity for HER and OER, and NCFCP@NF exhibited long-term durability for overall water splitting.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Pengyao Yu, Ge Yang, Yongming Chai, Lubomira Tosheva, Chunzheng Wang, Heqing Jiang, Chenguang Liu, Hailing Guo
Summary: Thin LTA zeolite membranes were prepared through secondary growth of nano LTA seeds in a highly reactive gel, resulting in membranes with superior permeability and selectivity in gas separation applications.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Baiqin Zhou, Huiping Li, Ziyu Wang, Hui Huang, Yujun Wang, Ruichun Yang, Ranran Huo, Xiaoyan Xu, Ting Zhou, Xiaochen Dong
Summary: The use of machine learning to predict the performance of specific adsorbents in phosphate adsorption shows great promise in saving time and revealing underlying mechanisms. However, the small size of the dataset and insufficient detailed information limits the model training process and the accuracy of results. To address this, the study employs a fuzzing strategy that replaces detailed numeric information with descriptive text messages on the physiochemical properties of adsorbents. This strategy allows the recovery of discarded samples with limited information, leading to accurate prediction of adsorption amount, capacity, and kinetics. The study also finds that phosphate uptake by adsorbents is generally through physisorption, with some involvement of chemisorption. The framework established in this study provides a practical approach for quickly predicting phosphate adsorption performance in urgent scenarios, using easily accessible information.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Paula Alejandra Lamprea Pineda, Joren Bruneel, Kristof Demeestere, Lisa Deraedt, Tex Goetschalckx, Herman Van Langenhove, Christophe Walgraeve
Summary: This study evaluates the use of four esterified fatty acids and three vegetable oils as absorption liquids for hydrophobic VOCs. The experimental results show that isopropyl myristate is the most efficient liquid for absorbing the target VOCs.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)