Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
J. G. Acheson, L. Robinson, S. McKillop, S. Wilson, M. J. McIvor, B. J. Meenan, A. R. Boyd
Summary: This study utilized radio frequency magnetron sputtering to deposit amorphous Sr-containing calcium phosphate coatings and characterized them using surface analytical techniques. The results showed that the amorphous Sr-containing coating had a homogeneous distribution of Sr on the surface.
MATERIALS CHARACTERIZATION
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Swathi Naidu Vakamulla Raghu, Khajidkhand Chuluunbandi, Manuela Sonja Killian
Summary: Surface modifications, such as wettability enhancements, are crucial for material interactions. Mainstream research on superhydrophobic surfaces for outdoor applications has focused on benefits like self-cleaning and anti-soiling. Zirconia nanotubes are being evaluated as a potential alternative for creating transparent UV-stable superhydrophobic coatings.
SURFACES AND INTERFACES
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Antoine Aynard, Cecile Courreges, Javier Jimenez-Lamana, Anassya Raad, Christelle Miqueu, Bruno Grassl, Stephanie Reynaud
Summary: The mass and volume concentration of nanoplastics are low, but their surface area is high, which can increase their toxicity by adsorbing chemical co-pollutants such as trace metals. This study investigated the interactions between carboxylated nanoplastics and copper, and confirmed that nanoplastics can act as carriers for metal pollutants through both adsorption and absorption processes.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yugo Kubo, Yuichi Sonohara, Shigeaki Uemura
Summary: The combination of XPS and ToF-SIMS depth profile analyses was effective for determining the changes in chemical states of Cr nanofilms during deposition on a polyimide substrate. The results showed successful differentiation of different components in the Cr film and revealed changes caused by sputtering.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ingrid Milosev, Damir Hamulic, Peter Rodic, Charly Carriere, Sandrine Zanna, Hanna Budasheva, Dorota Korte, Mladen Franko, Dimitri Mercier, Antoine Seyeux, Philippe Marcus
Summary: Siloxane-polyacrylic coatings were synthesized from different acrylate derivatives and tetraethyl orthosilicate. By using various analytical techniques, the coatings were characterized in terms of their composition, structure, wettability, thermal properties, and porosity. The study found that the chemical structure of the coatings significantly influenced their performance, especially in terms of corrosion resistance and porosity.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Characterization & Testing
Tinglu Song, Linjing Liu, Fan Xu, Ye-tang Pan, Mengmeng Qian, Dinghua Li, Rongjie Yang
Summary: The washing durability of nylon fabric coating can be enhanced dramatically by spray coating zinc oxide (ZnO) and APESP siloxane on the surface of nylon 6. The microstructure of the fabric was investigated to reveal the mechanism, and the formation of Si-O-Zn bonds was found to enhance the washing durability of the coating. The characterization methods introduced in this study provide guidelines for future nanoscale research.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Mirjam Bajt Leban, Tadeja Kosec, Matjaz Finsgar
Summary: In the additively manufactured TiAlV samples, a higher amount of ions was released in artificial saliva compared to wrought alloy samples. The total amount of ions released was 10 times higher in artificial saliva containing NaF, and 100 times higher in artificial saliva containing lactic acid.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
R. Saillard, S. Zanna, A. Seyeux, B. Fori, J. Swiatowska, C. Blanc, P. Marcus
Summary: The study showed that ageing of the alloy affected the subsequent degreasing and deoxidation processes, resulting in increased surface copper coverage, surface roughening, and thicker but more defective TCP coating on the aged sample, leading to decreased anticorrosion properties.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Andrea Atrei, Beata Lesiak-Orlowska, Jozsef Toth
Summary: The surface composition of magnetite nanoparticles, bare and functionalized with citrate, was investigated using XPS and ToF-SIMS. The results showed that the oxide composition was not modified by the citrate functionalization. The amount of citrate ions adsorbed on the surface was independent of the functionalization procedure. The citrate shell was found to be a single layer that only partially covered the nanoparticle surface. Additionally, the presence of ammonia molecules from the Fe(II) salt used in the nanoparticle preparation was detected.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Klaudia Szafran, Malgorzata Jurak, Robert Mroczka, Agnieszka Ewa Wiacek
Summary: This paper aims to characterize multi-component films containing chitosan (Ch), phospholipid 1,2-dioleoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphocholine (DOPC), immunosuppressant cyclosporine A (CsA) and/or antioxidant lauryl gallate (LG) for developing PET coatings. The films were prepared using the Langmuir-Blodgett technique and their nanostructure, surface chemistry, and wettability were determined. The results demonstrate the relationship between surface properties and component ratio and provide insights into the coating organization and interactions at the molecular level. These organized layers can enhance the biocompatibility of biomaterials and offer a basis for further research on the immune system response and physicochemical properties of biomaterials.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Xian-Zong Wang, Qian Hu, Longhua Zhang, Zhongyu Cui
Summary: The addition of Nb has a significant effect on the passivation behavior of CoCrNiNbx alloy. An appropriate amount of Nb can improve the corrosion resistance of the alloy by thickening the passive film and promoting the formation of Nb oxides and Cr2O3. This has important implications for the stability and pitting resistance of the alloy.
JOURNAL OF ELECTROANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xuying Wang, Jonas Hedberg, Heng-Yong Nie, Mark C. Biesinger, Inger Odnevall, Yolanda S. Hedberg
Summary: This study aimed to locate cobalt in stainless steel and investigate its release behavior in different body fluids. The results showed that cobalt was uniformly distributed with metallic nickel beneath the surface oxide and co-released with other metals during surface reformation and passivation. Exposure to phosphate buffered saline resulted in the incorporation of both cobalt and phosphate in the oxide.
MATERIALS & DESIGN
(2022)
Article
Electrochemistry
Vishant Garg, Sagar B. Sharma, Sandrine Zanna, Antoine Seyeux, Vincent Maurice, Philippe Marcus
Summary: In this study, electrochemistry and advanced surface analyzes were used to investigate the inhibition of copper corrosion by 2-mercapto-benzothiazole (2-MBT) in hydrochloric aqueous solution and the influence of electrochemical control on the formation of the inhibiting interface. The results showed that reduction of the native surface oxide prior to exposure to the inhibitor significantly decreased the rate of anodic dissolution. Increasing the exposure time to the inhibitor enhanced the protection against dissolution. 2-MBT adsorbed as multilayers and bonded to both metallic copper and residual copper oxide islands through its sulphur atoms. Partial dissociation of the molecule released exocyclic sulphur, which bonded to metallic Cu. Further dissociation released endocyclic sulphur, induced by anodic polarization, causing defects in the organic layer and compromising its barrier properties.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Elea Vernack, Sandrine Zanna, Antoine Seyeux, Dominique Costa, Fatah Chiter, Philippe Tingaut, Philippe Marcus
Summary: X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) and time-of-flight secondary ions mass spectrometry (ToF-SIMS) analyses were used to investigate the interaction between copper and mercaptobenzothiazole (MBT) in aqueous solution with and without NaCl. MBT forms multilayers on the copper oxide surface, inhibiting oxide layer growth and chloride adsorption. The adsorption of MBT also inhibits copper dissolution in NaCl.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zuocheng Wang, Charly Carriere, Antoine Seyeux, Sandrine Zanna, Dimitri Mercier, Philippe Marcus
Summary: The thermal stability of surface oxides on Ni-20Cr and Ni-20Cr-10Mo alloys was investigated, with electrochemical passivation significantly improving the thermal stability of the oxide and even more so in the Mo-containing alloy. These findings are valuable for developing corrosion protection strategies.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Tsilla Bensabath, Johan Sarazin, Maude Jimenez, Fabienne Samyn, Serge Bourbigot
Summary: The study evaluated the fire behavior of PP with different intumescent systems, finding that the mixture of AP and EG did not show synergistic effects under the studied conditions. However, a small amount of EG added to PP-AP modified heat transfer and created a strong anisotropy.
FIRE AND MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Charlotte Lemesle, Severine Bellayer, Sophie Duquesne, Anne-Sophie Schuller, Laurent Thomas, Mathilde Casetta, Maude Jimenez
Summary: Self-stratification is employed in designing bio-based epoxy/silicone coatings, achieving perfect stratification through optimization of process conditions and studying the influence of various parameters. Curing temperature plays a critical role in the cross-linking reaction of epoxy resins, impacting the incompatibility between epoxy and silicone resins. The volatility of the solvent blend is also a key factor in determining the stratification process.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Luisa A. Scudeller, Pascal Blanpain-Avet, Thierry Six, Severine Bellayer, Maude Jimenez, Thomas Croguennec, Christophe Andre, Guillaume Delaplace
Summary: Calcium chelators can reduce fouling in plate heat exchangers during pasteurization of whey protein solutions. Research indicates the presence of two different fouling mechanisms depending on the concentration of added phosphorus in the whey protein isolate solutions: a spongy fouling layer at lower concentrations and a heterogeneous fouling layer at higher concentrations.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Malo Dufay, Maude Jimenez, Mathilde Casetta, Feng Chai, Nicolas Blanchemain, Gregory Stoclet, Frederic Cazaux, Severine Bellayer, Stephanie Degoutin
Summary: Abdominal hernia reparation is the second most common surgery globally, with postoperative adhesions often causing pain for patients. Therapeutic solutions are needed to prevent adhesions. Techniques like electrospinning and cold plasma treatment are used to design biomedical implants to prevent adhesions.
MATERIALS TODAY COMMUNICATIONS
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Anne -Lise Davesne, Maude Jimenez, Fabienne Samyn, Serge Bourbigot
Summary: Catastrophes caused by fires result in significant material losses and loss of human lives. Developing thin fire retardant coatings is crucial for limiting the use of flammable materials. Thin coatings concentrate the fire retardant effect at the interface between the material and the flame, minimizing the impact on material properties.
PROGRESS IN ORGANIC COATINGS
(2021)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Manon Saget, Caroline Francolle de Almeida, Vanessa Fierro, Alain Celzard, Guillaume Delaplace, Vincent Thomy, Yannick Coffinier, Maude Jimenez
Summary: Thermal treatments in food processing industries generate fouling, impairing heat transfer mechanism and leading to process shutdown. Periodic and harsh cleaning procedures are implemented, increasing environmental burden.
COMPREHENSIVE REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND FOOD SAFETY
(2021)
Review
Engineering, Chemical
Caroline Francolle de Almeida, Manon Saget, Guillaume Delaplace, Maude Jimenez, Vanessa Fierro, Alain Celzard
Summary: Fouling of heat exchangers is a major concern in the industrial sector. This review examines the latest advances in innovative materials and coatings to mitigate fouling and extend the operational life of heat exchangers. The correlation between surface properties and fouling occurrence is explored, and key strategies for developing antifouling surfaces are presented. Emphasis is given to the potential transfer of these innovative surfaces to the food, petrochemicals, and energy production industries.
REVIEWS IN CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Fabienne Samyn, Roland Adanmenou, Serge Bourbigot, Sophie Duquesne, Maude Jimenez, Marieke Van Marle, Sebastiaan Weij
Summary: This study proposes a novel method using core material and resin for flame-retardant treatment, selects the optimal flame-retardant additives through experiments, and achieves the desired flame-retardant effect in sandwich panels.
JOURNAL OF COMPOSITES SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Andrea Lucherini, Ho Yin Lam, Maude Jimenez, Fabienne Samyn, Serge Bourbigot, Cristian Maluk
Summary: This study investigates the fire performance of intumescent coatings using two different bench-scale experimental methodologies. The research shows that these methods can effectively research and develop intumescent coatings. A comparative analysis between the two methods reveals their respective advantages and limitations.
Article
Materials Science, Characterization & Testing
Severine Bellayer, Alexandre Gossiaux, Sophie Duquesne, Benjamin Dewailly, Pierre Bachelet, Maude Jimenez
Summary: The fire performance of a transparent fire protective sol-gel coating on wood has been evaluated. The coating reduces heat release, flame spread, and improves thermal protection of the substrate.
Editorial Material
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Thierry Benezech, John Chew, Guillaume Delaplace, Christine Faille, Maude Jimenez, Ian Wilson
FOOD AND BIOPRODUCTS PROCESSING
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Thomas Naze, Franck Poutch, Fanny Bonnet, Maude Jimenez, Serge Bourbigot
Summary: This work focuses on studying the impact of additive manufacturing parameters on the fire retardancy of materials. The results show that parameters like part design and material flow affect flame propagation tests, while they have minimal influence on cone calorimeter results.
JOURNAL OF FIRE SCIENCES
(2023)
Editorial Material
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Maude Jimenez
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE
(2023)
Editorial Material
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Maude Jimenez
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Malo Dufay, Maude Jimenez, Stephanie Degoutin
ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS
(2020)
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)