Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Xuefeng Zhang, Dan Li, Fei You, Gang Li, Chang Zhou, Dan Cheng, Yu Pan, Junqi Wang, Jing Ma
Summary: Cotton fabrics were treated with Gelatin/Adenosine 5'-monophosphate by layer-by-layer assembly coatings and SiO2 sol-gel coatings to improve flame retardancy. The treated fabrics showed successful deposition of the composite coatings and exhibited enhanced thermal stability, flame retardancy, and reaction-to-fire properties. The washing durability, air permeability, and hydrophobicity levels were also improved, making the treated fabrics suitable for various applications.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Silvia Sfameni, Tim Lawnick, Giulia Rando, Annamaria Visco, Torsten Textor, Maria Rosaria Plutino
Summary: This research study presents the development of an efficient and eco-friendly method to create highly hydrophobic surfaces on cotton fabrics using modified silica sols. The treated cotton fabrics showed excellent water repellency and water-based stain resistance.
Article
Polymer Science
Xiaoyu Cai, Hong Li, Li Zhang, Jun Yan
Summary: A new method of dyeing cotton fabrics with different compounds to create cross-linking reactions resulted in increased color depth and wrinkle resistance, while also improving washing, rubbing, light fastness, and antibacterial properties.
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Dongqiao Zhang, Brandon L. Williams, Jingjing Liu, Zaili Hou, Andrew T. Smith, Sunghyun Nam, Zain Nasir, Harsh Patel, Anthony Partyka, Elaina M. Becher, Benjamin J. Lofink, Victor H. Santos, Xiaohong Peng, Luyi Sun
Summary: A sandwich-like structured nanocoating system was developed in this study to provide natural polymer fabrics with flame retardancy and wash durability through various interactions. The concentration of bPEI in the coating system affects the wash durability of the fabrics, with higher concentrations leading to better wash durability but also potentially sacrificing flame retardant performance. The systematic evaluations post washing demonstrate that the coating system can maintain a balance between wash durability and flame retardancy.
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Yiming Ma, Yadong Wang, Li Ma, Zongmin Zhu
Summary: In this study, we developed a hybrid coating (TSNP) that provides excellent flame retardancy and hydrophobicity to cotton fabrics. The modified cotton fabrics with TSNP can quickly extinguish flames in vertical combustion experiments and have lower heat release. TSNP also enhances the hydrophobicity of the fabric and forms a dense carbon layer, creating a barrier effect against heat and combustible gases.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Dongdong Liu, Xiuming Liu, Kuanjun Fang, Jixian Gong, Shuai Zhang, Xiran Qiao, Jinkun Wang, Tianning Wang, Enzheng Xing
Summary: In this study, zeolitic imidazolate framework-8 (ZIF-8) nanocrystals were grown in situ on carboxymethyl cotton fabric to absorb acid dyes without auxiliaries. The cotton fabric was further protected with a polymethylhydrosiloxane (PMHS) hydrophobic coating to enhance its durability and color fastness. The resulting fabric showed high stability, with a high hydrophobic angle and excellent adsorption of oil agent, indicating potential applications in treating oiled wastewater.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
Manasa Hegde, Joseph Mohan, Muhammad Qasim Mushtaq Warraich, Yvonne Kavanagh, Brendan Duffy, Edmond F. Tobin
Summary: Cavitation erosion and erosion-corrosion are common failure modes of hydronautics components due to mechanical destruction and electrochemical corrosion. The aim of this study is to develop a coating system to replace chromate-conversion coatings on aluminium alloy by combining an anodised layer with superhydrophobic sol-gel coatings. The characteristics affecting the coating's corrosion and cavitation erosion resistance were evaluated, including adhesion, thickness, hardness, and elastic modulus. The electrochemical behavior of the coatings was assessed, and their performance was tested under salt spray and cavitation erosion conditions. SEM/EDX analysis was conducted to evaluate surface damage caused by erosion-corrosion and cavitation erosion. The results aimed to determine if the developed coatings were a better alternative for protecting metals.
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Pengju Chen, Xian Tang, Jingjing Liao, Chenzhuo Zhang, Yang Li
Summary: A nanograin (Gd2Hf2O7) ceramic was prepared as a potential matrix material for high-level radioactive waste (HLW) using sol-gel and cold-pressing sintering methods. The sintered powder of the ceramic showed a transition from defective fluorite to a pyrochlore structure with increasing sintering temperature. Increasing pressing pressure resulted in higher density and lower open porosity of the samples. The optimized GHO sample exhibited good aqueous durability and can be considered as an alternative candidate for HLW curing matrix material with enhanced environmental stability.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Pengyu Zhang, Xiaotong Yin, Wenyang Li, Liming Feng
Summary: A two-step synthesis method was used to prepare a new hybrid coating with strong hydrophobicity and light transmittance. By controlling the co-hydrolysis time, the octyl content and properties of the coating can be adjusted accordingly.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
K. Jeeva Jothi, S. Balachandran, K. Palanivelu
Summary: The synergy between leaf extract and metals enhances the catalytic properties of nanoparticles, allowing for a simple and green synthesis of silver metallic nanoparticles. The environmentally friendly approach offers advantages such as biocompatibility, production control, chemical and thermal robustness, and cost-effectiveness. The biosynthesized silver nanoparticles, prepared using harmless Phyllanthusniruri leaf extract, were incorporated into a sol-gel matrix and coated onto stainless steel 304, resulting in corrosion-resistant and bacterial resistant hybrid coatings. The coatings showed improved anti-corrosion and anti-bacterial properties compared to unmodified sol-gel coated films.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Silvia Sfameni, Giulia Rando, Alessia Marchetta, Cristina Scolaro, Simone Cappello, Clara Urzi, Annamaria Visco, Maria Rosaria Plutino
Summary: Functional hydrophobic hybrid silica-based coatings were developed using sol-gel technology, and the hydrophobic behavior was improved by introducing an intermediate tie-coat layer. The synthesized coatings were characterized and evaluated using various analysis methods.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ra'na Rafiei Hashjin, Zahra Ranjbar, Hossein Yari, Gelareh Momen
Summary: This paper presents a durable superhydrophobic coating obtained through a sol-gel route. By utilizing chemical characteristics of the sols and incorporating different pH values during the spraying process, the coating's robustness and weathering durability were significantly improved.
SURFACES AND INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Adi Darmawan, Dwi Lestari Handayani, Riza Eka Saputra
Summary: Hydrophobic silica layers were synthesized using the sol-gel method with MTES as the precursor, showing varying hydrophobicity at different pH levels and calcination temperatures. Increasing pH led to enhanced hydrophobicity in the silica film, while higher calcination temperatures resulted in decreased surface hydrophobicity.
APPLIED PHYSICS A-MATERIALS SCIENCE & PROCESSING
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wei Wu, Qingqing Zhou, Baolv Xu, Yi Zhong, Hong Xu, Linping Zhang, Zhiping Mao
Summary: This study investigated the dispersion mechanism of polycarboxylic acid dispersants for disperse dyes using molecular dynamics simulations. The results indicate that the hydrophilicity of the dispersant depends on the maleic acid residues, while the hydrophobicity of the styrene residues drives the adsorption of dispersants onto dye surfaces. The presence of branched chains plays a crucial role in the binding of dispersants to dye crystals. When designing dispersants for disperse dyes, it is important to consider both the improvement of hydrophilicity and charge repulsion for maintaining dispersion stability in water, as well as the binding force between dispersants and disperse dyes.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Sadaf Pooyandeh, Sheila Shahidi, Ana Khajehnezhad, Rattanaphol Mongkholrattanasit
Summary: In this study, NiO nanoparticles were synthesized and deposited on cotton fibers to investigate their photocatalytic activity in degrading dye pollutants from wastewater. The results showed that the NiO-deposited cotton fibers exhibited efficient degradation of methylene blue dye, producing hydroxyl and superoxide radicals as oxidants.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Jiangtao Xu, Jing Yang, Shouxiang Jiang, Songmin Shang
Summary: The study investigated the effects of different heating rates during sulfurization of CZTS thin films on their morphological, structural, and electrical properties. It was found that a heating rate of 20°C/min resulted in a nearly single-phase kesterite CZTS with low disorder degree, while other heating rates produced more secondary phases. The study also examined the influence of heating rate on the decomposition process during sulfurization.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Cheng Gui, Yike Zhang, Rui Jin, Yang Song, Rong Li, Yanjun Xing
Summary: This study prepared porous carbon nanofibers from non-miscible PAN/PVDF polymer blends using electrospinning and carbonization to obtain electrode materials with high performance and high specific surface area. These electrode materials, directly prepared as electrodes with high-performance and flexibility without the addition of any inactive materials, showed improved electrochemical performance and flexibility. The unique structures and characteristic materials could be excellent candidates for high-performance flexible electrodes, laying a good foundation for wearable devices.
FIBERS AND POLYMERS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Chuanwen Niu, Nan Zhang, Cuicui Hu, Caiyun Zhang, Huanhuan Zhang, Yanjun Xing
Summary: A novel citrate-crosslinked Zn-MOF/chitosan composite with high adsorption capacity for Cr(VI) and MO was successfully prepared, and its adsorption mechanisms were mainly explained by electrostatic attraction, cation-pi interaction, n-pi and pi-pi interactions, electrostatic attraction, and hydrogen bonding.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Jiangtao Xu, Songmin Shang, Wei Gao, Ping Zeng, Shouxiang Jiang
Summary: A flexible SERS substrate with Ag nanoparticle decorated ZIF-67 and cotton fabric as the supporting framework was developed in this study using a simple two-step method. The substrate not only reduces sampling difficulties but also expands future applications. The enhancement mechanism was investigated using Methylene Blue, and the substrate showed high enhancement factor and excellent detection sensitivity.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Chunhong Yang, Songmin Shang, Dahua Shou, Luoxiao Ran, Guangqian Lan, Enling Hu
Summary: This study focuses on upcycling disqualified silk fibers by transforming natural silk nonwovens into bioadhesives for tissue repair. The technique involves pretreating the silk nonwovens to obtain a modified cocoon sheet (MCS) and surface modification to achieve controllable adhesion. The resulting bioadhesive showed superior performance in repairing tissues and has the potential to bridge the gap between advanced biomaterials and disqualified silk wastes.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Ying Li, Yi Zhang, Yixin Wang, Kun Yu, Enling Hu, Fei Lu, Songmin Shang, Ruiqi Xie, Guangqian Lan
Summary: Inspired by the hierarchical structure of sugarcane, a self-draining sugarcane stem-based dressing was fabricated for removing exudates from overhydrated wounds, facilitating accelerated wound healing through plant transpiration mimicry and photothermal responsiveness. The dressing showed high evaporation efficiency and antibacterial properties, providing effective thermal insulation for wound protection. This study may offer a new strategy for versatile and efficient self-draining dressings for exudate management and wound healing using sustainable green resources.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Chuanwen Niu, Lin Qian, Yifei Pei, Pengfei Qi, Xiaoxia Hu, Rong Li, Yanjun Xing
Summary: A series of functionalized cotton fabrics (LG-ZnBDC-CCtn) were prepared by attaching ZnBDC metal-organic framework and encapsulating different luminescent guests. The samples emitted different fluorescence based on the type of guests encapsulated. Encapsulating multiple luminescent guests in a single sample showed different fluorescence compared to encapsulating a single guest.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Chunhong Yang, Songmin Shang, Dahua Shou, Guangqian Lan, Fangyin Dai, Enling Hu, Kun Yu
Summary: This study developed a facile method to upgrade silkworm cocoon shell into a composite material with excellent antibacterial properties for promoting wound healing, inspired by the protective function of the cocoon shell. The new material demonstrated superior performance in wound healing compared to a commercial product, without the use of antibiotics, thus addressing concerns around antibiotic abuse in medical applications.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Yuxiang Wang, Dahua Shou, Songmin Shang, Ka-Lok Chiu, Shouxiang Jiang
Summary: The emergence of thermal management technologies is crucial for improving personal comfort and reducing energy consumption in buildings. In this study, a novel Janus thermoregulative fabric with separate cooling and heating functions was developed using solar heat shielding and photothermal conversion. The fabric showed significant cooling effect and improved heating performance, making it a promising solution for personal thermal management and energy saving in indoor air conditioning.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Haoyu Qiu, Guangqian Lan, Weiwei Ding, Xinyu Wang, Wenyi Wang, Dahua Shou, Fei Lu, Enling Hu, Kun Yu, Songmin Shang, Ruiqi Xie
Summary: This study developed a Janus particle, SEC-Fe@CaT, that achieved rapid hemostasis in complex and deep wounds. The particle utilized bubble-driving and magnetic field-mediated forces to diffuse in the blood and access deep bleeding sites. Animal tests showed that SEC-Fe@CaT significantly reduced bleeding time compared to a commercial product.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jingjing Liu, Shikuan Xu, Yiwen Li, Hangcheng Li, Rong Li, Yanjun Xing
Summary: In this study, a novel composite SA/AlFu/TiO2 was prepared for adsorption and photocatalytic degradation of pollutants. The characteristics of the composite were analyzed by various techniques. The composite showed good adsorption capacity and high photocatalytic activity. The role of AlFu in the composite was discussed. The best removal rate of pollutants was achieved with a specific dosage of AlFu and tetrabutyl titanate. The photocatalytic degradation followed a combined adsorption/photocatalytic mechanism.
RESEARCH ON CHEMICAL INTERMEDIATES
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Shikuan Xu, Hongmei Zhang, Yiwen Li, Jingjing Liu, Rong Li, Yanjun Xing
Summary: A new thermoreversible and tunable hydrogel CS-M with high water content prepared by metal cation and chitosan was reported. The influence of metal cations on the thermosensitive gelation of CS-M systems were studied. The CS-Cu hydrogel was mainly investigated and characterized due to its large Tg scale, appropriate pH range, and low Cu2+ concentration.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Biomaterials
Guofang Zhou, Fei Lu, Songmin Shang, Dahua Shou, Wenyi Wang, Kun Yu, Ruiqi Xie, Guangqian Lan, Enling Hu
Summary: A gas-jet propelled powder hemostat ((COL/PS)(4)@CaCO3-T-TXA(+)) has been developed to achieve rapid and targeted hemostasis in complex bleeding wounds. Animal studies showed that (COL/PS)(4)@CaCO3-T-TXA(+) had better hemostatic effects than the commercial product Celox(TM) in rabbit hepatic hemorrhage models, with bleeding stopping within 30 seconds.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY B
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xuefeng Gao, Jianping Ma, Zongjie Liu, Zhicheng Yuan, Wenxia Chen, Songmin Shang, Ka-lok Chiu
Summary: By screen printing potassium titanate microrods onto interlocking knit fabric, an IR selectively reflecting fabric has been developed. This fabric offers good solar heat shielding ability, retains its ability to block solar heat when wetted by sweat, and has a high heat loss rate and effective evaporative cooling. Additionally, it is flexible, UV-protective, air-permeable, sweat-wicking, and durable, making it ideal for summertime outdoor clothing.
MATERIALS TODAY COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yiwen Li, Huanhuan Zhang, Shikuan Xu, Yangyang Wang, Qi Guo, Rong Li, Yanjun Xing
Summary: Metal-based deep eutectic solvents (MDES) were used as reactive DESs and structure directing agents to control the morphology and oriented growth of ZIF-8. A series of ZIF-8-DESs were prepared in three MDESs, and the MDESs were found to have multiple roles in affecting the morphology and adsorption performance of ZIF-8-DES. The growth mechanism of ZIF-8-DES was proposed, and it showed excellent adsorption performance for anionic Congo red as well as high selectivity and reusability.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
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)