Editorial Material
Multidisciplinary Sciences
J. Pedro de Souza, Howard A. Stone
Summary: Protein condensation can not only form membraneless organelles, but also regulate the availability of water.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Takayuki Doi, Romain Jun Taccori, Ryo Fujii, Tsuyoshi Nagashima, Takatsugu Endo, Yoshifumi Kimura, Minoru Inaba
Summary: A non-flammable and highly concentrated electrolyte solution using TFEP as the main solvent was designed to improve the safety and energy density of lithium-ion batteries significantly. By introducing a fluorinated diluent FMP, the decomposition of LiBF4 and TFEP at high potentials was successfully suppressed, leading to enhanced charge and discharge performance of LiNi0.5Mn1.5O4 electrodes.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Hiroki Komiya, Tatsuya Shinagawa, Kazuhiro Takanabe
Summary: Direct seawater electrolysis simplifies the process and reduces the cost of green hydrogen production, but impurities in seawater, especially chloride ions, can cause electrode corrosion. The CoFeOxHy/Ti electrode with carefully tuned properties shows efficient oxygen evolution reaction catalysis with an active site motif and enlarged surface area.
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Ersin Demir, Hulya Silah, Bengi Uslu
Summary: This study reviews the electrochemical methods based on electrode modification with phthalocyanines and discusses their sensor applications in the determination of drugs, pesticides, organic materials, and metals.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Nianjun Yang, Siyu Yu, Wenjun Zhang, Hui-Ming Cheng, Patrice Simon, Xin Jiang
Summary: This study introduces a method to improve the energy density of electrochemical capacitors (ECs) by using confined soluble redox electrolytes and porous electrodes. The method utilizes the diffusion-controlled faradaic processes of confined redox electrolytes at the surface of a porous electrode, combining the high power densities of ECs and high energy densities of batteries. Significant progress has been made in this field, and strategies to improve performance are highlighted.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Hugo Wioland, Antoine Jegou, Guillaume Romet-Lemonne
Summary: This article summarizes the experimental method of using optical microscopy to observe individual events on individual actin filaments in real time, and discusses its application in understanding actin assembly dynamics. The article also proposes a set of guidelines in order to better utilize this experimental tool.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
(2022)
Article
Electrochemistry
Ramasubramonian Deivanayagam, Reza Shahbazian-Yassar
Summary: Solid-state lithium batteries are considered to be the most feasible next-generation battery technology. New material candidates for solid electrolytes are typically screened and ranked using meticulous characterization methods. This work provides a comprehensive overview of the electrochemical concepts, methods, and protocols adopted to characterize electrolyte candidates for rechargeable batteries, facilitating the understanding of key parameters involved.
BATTERIES & SUPERCAPS
(2021)
Article
Biophysics
Kanako Ishii, Genki Ogata, Yasuaki Einaga
Summary: In this study, an electrochemical method using boron-doped diamond electrodes was developed for the rapid and low-cost detection of triamterene in urine samples. The method showed good sensitivity and selectivity, with a low limit of detection. This method could be useful for screening athletes for the use of diuretics.
BIOSENSORS & BIOELECTRONICS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Hulya Silah, Cem Erkmen, Ersin Demir, Bengi Uslu
Summary: This paper provides a comprehensive review of the most recent developments in indium tin oxide (ITO) based electrochemical chemosensors and biosensors. It focuses on the sensor applications and properties of modified ITO electrodes in the determination of biomarkers, pathogens, pesticides, drugs, etc., and discusses the future possibilities and prospects of ITO electrodes.
TRAC-TRENDS IN ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Md. Shafiul Islam, Subrata Banik, Maryanne M. Collinson
Summary: Bimetallic nanocomposites and nanoparticles have attracted significant attention due to their superior properties and the synergistic interactions between individual metals. This review focuses on bimetallic nanoporous gold (NPG) and its synthesis methods, modification approaches, characterization techniques, and applications in electrochemical sensing. It provides readers with detailed knowledge about the formation and structure of bimetallic electrodes and their advanced techniques for designing non-enzymatic bimetallic electrochemical nanosensors.
Article
Electrochemistry
Afia Asif, Arto Heiskanen, Jenny Emneus, Stephan Sylvest Keller
Summary: Carbon microelectrodes are widely used in various applications due to their material properties. Optimized fabrication of carbon nanograss electrodes provides high surface area suitable for electrochemical applications such as biosensing or electrochemical monitoring of cells, showing an approximately 2-fold increase in electrochemical signals compared to 2D electrodes.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Mona Amiri, Daniel Belanger
Summary: This Review discusses the physicochemical properties of highly concentrated electrolytes, including interactions between ions and water, species structure, conductivity, and viscosity. It explains how these characteristics influence the electrochemical behavior of the electrolyte, enhancing the stability of aqueous electrolytes.
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Axel Gross
Summary: The modelling of electrochemical interfaces between a liquid electrolyte and an electrode is typically done using ab initio molecular dynamics simulations from a quantum chemical perspective. Taking into account the statistical nature of the electrolyte structure through proper averages is necessary to obtain reliable results. However, running such simulations for sufficiently large systems and long enough times under potential control poses significant challenges, which will be discussed in this contribution along with potential approaches to address them.
CURRENT OPINION IN ELECTROCHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yuning Ye, Xiaogang Zhu, Nan Meng, Fang Lian
Summary: This study designs a polyurethane-based polymer (PNPU) to construct a hybrid solid polymer electrolyte (PNPU-PVDF-HFP) with poly(vinylidene fluoride-co-hexafluoropropylene) (PVDF-HFP) for high energy density solid-state lithium metal batteries. The PNPU-PVDF-HFP SPEs maintain the multiple hydrogen bonding modes of PNPU, which improves the mechanical properties and compact structure of the polymer membrane. PNPU is involved to form double Li+ transport paths in the hybrid electrolyte, accelerating the migration of lithium ions. The PNPU-PVDF-HFP SPEs exhibit suitable tensile strength, high elongation, high ambient ionic conductivity, ductility, and stability on the lithium metal anode interface, resulting in stable cycling performance of solid-state batteries.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Kosuke Kawai, Masaki Fujita, Ryosei Iizuka, Atsuo Yamada, Masashi Okubo
Summary: Two-dimensional transition-metal carbides/nitrides (MXenes) have high capacitance, high-rate capability, and good cycle stability, making them ideal electrode materials for electrochemical energy storage devices. The different surface termination groups, such as -O, -OH, and -F, play an important role in the electrochemical properties of MXene electrodes.
Article
Materials Science, Biomaterials
D. S. Abdullah Al Maruf, Krishnan Parthasarathi, Kai Cheng, Payal Mukherjee, David R. McKenzie, Jeremy M. Crook, Gordon G. Wallace, Jonathan R. Clark
Summary: This review focuses on the recent progresses in modulating the physiochemical properties and applications of biomaterials in bone tissue engineering (BTE) for mandibular segmental defect repair. BTE is an important strategy for reconstructing critical-sized bone defects and improving patients' quality of life.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF POLYMERIC MATERIALS AND POLYMERIC BIOMATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Xingli Wang, Junyu Ge, Nicole Ru-Xuan Ang, Kun Liang, Chong-Wei Tan, Hong Li, Beng Kang Tay
Summary: In this study, Sb nanofilms with lateral dimensions on the centimeter scale and controllable film thickness were successfully prepared using low-power magnetron sputtering deposition. The control of the deposition temperature was found to be important for the final crystalline structure of the nanofilms. Furthermore, the application of the nanofilms as a catalyst for water splitting was demonstrated.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Lingyi Peng, Jie Min, Avi Bendavid, Dewei Chu, Xunyu Lu, Rose Amal, Zhaojun Han
Summary: This study reveals that NiMo electrodes used in intermittent water electrolysis easily suffer from oxidation during power interruption, leading to the loss of active sites and conductivity. By understanding the degradation mechanism, a chromium (Cr) coating is successfully applied as a protective layer to inhibit oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) and significantly enhance the stability of NiMo electrodes in intermittent electrolysis. Experimental and Molecular Dynamics (MD) simulations show that the Cr coating acts as a physical barrier for preventing oxygen diffusion while allowing other species to pass through.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yanzhe Zhu, Renbo Zhu, Fandi Chen, Shuo Zhang, Yu-Chieh Kuo, Peiyuan Guan, Mengyao Li, Yunjian Liu, Zhaojun Han, Tao Wan, Dawei Wang, Caiyun Wang, Dewei Chu
Summary: In this study, a flexible quasi-solid-state Ag-Zn battery system with superior performance was developed by using mild electrolyte and binder-free electrodes. The introduction of a copper foam current collector impedes the growth of Zn dendrite, and the structure of Ag cathode is engineered to improve the areal capacity. This battery demonstrates remarkable cycle retention and high energy density.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Georgio Katsifis, Hedi Kruse, Will Lewin, Abdullah Al Maruf, Jonathan R. R. Clark, David R. McKenzie, Natalka Suchowerska
Summary: This study evaluates the osteoconduction of a 3D printed PEEK scaffold treated with plasma immersion ion implantation (PIII) compared to an untreated structure using micro-CT imaging. The treated PEEK scaffold contains denser and larger amounts of bone within the interior volume, while the untreated PEEK has more bone immediately outside the scaffold boundaries. This difference is attributed to the improved hydrophilicity and protein covalent binding provided by the PIII treatment.
ADVANCED ENGINEERING MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Zhao Sha, Xinying Cheng, Mohammad S. Islam, Pichsinee Sangkarat, Wenkai Chang, Sonya A. Brown, Shuying Wu, Jin Zhang, Zhaojun Han, Shuhua Peng, Chun H. Wang
Summary: This study introduces a hybrid method to enhance the electrical conductivity of carbon fibre reinforced polymers (CFRPs) by functionalizing carbon fibres with vertical graphene (VG) and modifying the matrix with silver nanowires (AgNWs). The results showed a significant increase in through-thickness and in-plane electrical conductivities without affecting mechanical properties. Finite element modelling and computational modelling explained the synergy and demonstrated the reduction in joule heat density under lightning strike conditions.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jae Muk Lim, Young Seok Jang, Hoai Van T. Nguyen, Jun Sub Kim, Yeoheung Yoon, Byung Jun Park, Dong Han Seo, Kyung-Koo Lee, Zhaojun Han, Kostya (Ken) Ostrikov, Seok Gwang Doo
Summary: To achieve a zero-carbon-emission society, increasing the use of clean and renewable energy is crucial. However, renewable energy resources have limitations in terms of geographical locations and limited time intervals for energy generation. Therefore, there is a rising demand for high-performance energy storage systems (ESSs) to effectively store and utilize energy during peak and off-peak periods. Supercapacitors, particularly electrical double layer capacitors (EDLCs), show promise as short-term ESSs due to their long cycle retention, high power densities, fast charge/discharge characteristics, and moderate operating voltage window. However, further research is needed to increase the operating voltage and energy densities of EDLCs while maintaining long-term cycle stability and power densities, which are crucial for ESS operation. This article examines advancements in EDLC research to achieve a high operating voltage window and high energy densities for next-generation supercapacitor-based ESSs.
NANOSCALE ADVANCES
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Peiyuan Guan, Jie Min, Fandi Chen, Shuo Zhang, Long Hu, Zhipeng Ma, Zhaojun Han, Lu Zhou, Haowei Jia, Yunjian Liu, Neeraj Sharma, Dawei Su, Judy N. Hart, Tao Wan, Dewei Chu
Summary: In this study, a defect-rich SrTiO3-x coating was applied on a Ni-rich layered cathode (LiNi0.8Co0.15Al0.05O2) to enhance its electrochemical performance. The optimized sample exhibited a high discharge capacity of around 170 mA h/g after 200 cycles at 1C rate, with a capacity retention of over 81.1%. Postmortem analysis revealed that the SrTiO3-x coating not only alleviated the growth of internal resistance due to uncontrollable cathode-electrolyte interface evolution but also served as a lithium diffusion channel during prolonged cycling. This work presents a feasible strategy for improving the electrochemical performance of high-nickel content layered cathodes for next-generation LIBs.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Luke A. Sylvander, Phuong Y. Le, Hiep N. Tran, Billy J. Murdoch, Enyi Guo, David R. Mckenzie, Dougal G. Mcculloch, Jim G. Partridge
Summary: In this study, polydimethyl glutarimide (PMGI) layers were modified to introduce free radical covalent binding sites. Horseradish peroxidase (HRP) enzyme was successfully immobilized on the treated PMGI, and the treated PMGI was incorporated as a gate dielectric layer in a three-terminal electrolyte-gated device. The presence of HRP on the plasma-modified PMGI gate dielectric layer altered the device characteristics and allowed for readout detection.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Brenton Cook, Philipp Reineck, Thomas Shiell, Jodie Bradby, Bryan D. Esser, Joanne Etheridge, Bianca Haberl, Reinhard Boehler, David R. Mckenzie, Dougal G. McCulloch
Summary: Diamond is a crucial material for biosensors, quantum computing, and space components due to its unique properties at the nanoscale. Researchers have successfully synthesized oriented, faceted diamond particles by flash laser heating of glassy carbon, and observed their microstructure and periodicity.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Lingyi Peng, Ding Zhang, Zhipeng Ma, Dewei Chu, Claudio Cazorla, Rose Amal, Zhaojun Han
Summary: This paper reports a pH-universal HER catalyst Ru/a-Ni-MoO3, which shows superior performance compared to the commercial Ru/C catalyst. The electron transfer from Ru to a-Ni-MoO3 is identified, leading to a modified electronic structure of the Ru active sites. Density functional theory calculations reveal that the modulated electronic structure facilitates the interactions between the Ru active sites and the reaction intermediates, promoting the HER reaction steps. The experimental and theoretical findings provide insights into enhancing pH-universal HER performance.
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Joseph M. de Saxce, Chun Fei Siah, Tan Chong Wei, Damien Passerieux, Stephane Bila, Florence Podevin, Beng Kang Tay, Philippe Coquet, Dominique Baillargeat
Summary: This letter presents a novel E-band vertically aligned carbon nanotubes-based air-filled waveguide (AFWG). The waveguide is designed using a full-wave three-dimensional electromagnetic software and an equivalent VACNTs bulk model, and fabricated using a CMOS compatible CNTs transfer process and a dedicated assembly process. The concept of the CNTs-based AFWG is validated for the first time through measurements, with an experimental attenuation constant estimated at 0.5 dB/mm between 81 and 86 GHz.
IEEE MICROWAVE AND WIRELESS TECHNOLOGY LETTERS
(2023)
Review
Biophysics
Lou I. S. A. Gonzales, Jessica W. Qiao, Aston W. Buffier, Linda J. Rogers, Natalka Suchowerska, David R. Mckenzie, Ann H. Kwan
Summary: The use of physical plasma in cancer treatment is a growing field, and omics studies have provided insights into the molecular mechanisms behind its action. These studies have revealed how physical plasma preferentially affects critical cellular pathways in cancer cells, leading to cell death. The future outlook for omics lies in exploring its synergies and antagonisms with other cancer therapies and overcoming challenges in clinical translation.
BIOPHYSICS REVIEWS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Timothy Zurrer, Emma Lovell, Zhaojun Han, Kang Liang, Jason Scott, Rose Amal
Summary: This study developed a metal-organic framework (MOF) material loaded with Ru and Ni nanoparticles for the capture and conversion of CO2 to CH4. Low nanocatalyst loadings improved overall performance and facilitated complete CO2 release and conversion. Ru-loaded Mg-CUK-1 exhibited good oxygen tolerance, while Ni-loaded Mg-CUK-1 could not maintain initial catalytic performance. Ru aided the re-reduction of NiO to Ni, leading to enhanced overall performance of the hybrid material.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Andrew D. Squires, Xiang Gao, Jia Du, Zhaojun Han, Dong Han Seo, James S. Cooper, Adrian T. Murdock, Simon K. H. Lam, Ting Zhang, Tim van der Laan
Summary: This research proposes a graphene/gold bilayer metasurface as a reconfigurable and tunable material for terahertz electronic devices. A frequency-selective absorber with electrical tuning in the 0.1-1 THz range is created using this material. This study is crucial for the development of high-speed wireless communication and sensing technologies.
COMMUNICATIONS MATERIALS
(2022)
