Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Yupeng Han, Fei Wang, Jian Zhang
Summary: Zeolitic imidazolate frameworks (ZIFs) have been developed to mimic the structural characteristics of zeolites, with high surface area and adjustable pore size being their main features. The emerging hybrid zeolitic imidazolate frameworks (HZIFs) combine the advantages of zeolites and ZIFs, such as high stability and porosity. HZIFs find wide applications in electrocatalysis, photocatalysis, and ion storage, contributing to the progress in material chemistry, coordination chemistry, and structural chemistry.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Min-Yu Li, Juan Liu, Ran Gao, Duo-Yu Lin, Fei Wang, Jian Zhang
Summary: Zeolitic tetrazolate-imidazolate frameworks (ZTIFs) are a new type of materials that enhance host-guest interactions and balance functionality and stability. Their diverse topological structures and promising applications in various fields make them a subject of growing interest.
MATERIALS TODAY ADVANCES
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Preeti Kukkar, Ki-Hyun Kim, Deepak Kukkar, Pritpal Singh
Summary: Zeolitic imidazolate frameworks (ZIFs) belong to metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or metalazolate frameworks (MAFs) with unique topologies, allowing for robust coordination and advantageous properties such as easy crystallization, high loading capacities, and good biocompatibility. Technical advancements in porous coordination polymers synthesis have diversified fabrication approaches for ZIFs, leading to the characterization of their structural and functional attributes.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Soochan Lee, Dongsik Nam, David ChangMo Yang, Wonyoung Choe
Summary: This study efficiently identifies synthesizable candidate topologies for zeolitic imidazolate frameworks (ZIFs) from a zeolite database containing over 2,000,000 hypothetical structures, using structural descriptors extracted from known ZIFs. Intuition-based structural descriptors, such as ring patterns, node numbers, and T-O-T bridging angles, are used as data filters to eliminate infeasible topologies for ZIF formation. The carefully chosen structural descriptors facilitate the prediction of plausible ZIF topologies. Hydrogen adsorption screening is performed to investigate potential applications as porous ZIFs, leading to the suggestion of notable target ZIFs. The collection of new plausible ZIFs, derived from the combined descriptors, will serve as a structural blueprint for synthetic chemists.
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Jiachen Ge, Yusuke Ohata, Atsushi Fukuda, Yuki Tokumoto, Takeshi Ohnishi, Takahiko Moteki, Masaru Ogura
Summary: This study reports the rapid one-pot synthesis of a unique core-shell-structured ZIF using Co(III) and Zn(II) precursors and discusses the growth mechanism of the synthesized ZIF particles and the differences between synthesized ZIF and conventional Co(II)-ZIF-67.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Aamod V. Desai, Erlantz Lizundia, Andrea Laybourn, Daniel N. Rainer, Anthony R. Armstrong, Russell E. Morris, Stefan Wuttke, Romy Ettlinger
Summary: To ensure a prosperous future on Earth, academia and industry must transform the synthesis of novel materials to be more environmentally sustainable. This review highlights the importance of choosing starting materials, solvents, and synthetic methodologies in line with Green Chemistry principles, and emphasizes the importance of considering circular economy strategies such as reuse, regeneration, and recycling. Furthermore, it explores the impact of Green Chemistry principles and life cycle assessment metrics on the rational sustainable design and discovery of materials.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Canggih Setya Budi, Juti Rani Deka, Wan-Chi Hsu, Diganta Saikia, Ke-Ting Chen, Hsien-Ming Kao, Yung-Chin Yang
Summary: In this study, microporous crystalline metal organic frameworks (MOFs) with zeolite-like configurations, ZIF-67 and ZIF-Co/Zn, are used as supports to develop Cu nanoparticles based nanocatalysts. The Cu(x)@ZIF-Co/Zn catalyst exhibits better performances in reducing synthetic dyes and nitroarenes compared to Cu(x)@ZIF-67. The exceptional catalytic activity is attributed to the synergistic role of unique electronic properties, higher surface area of support, appropriate Cu loading, and maintainable micro porous frameworks. Moreover, the catalyst shows excellent stability and recyclability, retaining high conversion after 10 cycles of reuse.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Hani Nasser Abdelhamid
Summary: In this article, the authors review the application of ZIF-based materials for CO2 removal via adsorption and catalysis. Various reaction types and recent membrane technologies are highlighted. The prospects for industrial applications and commercialization of ZIF-based materials are also briefly discussed.
APPLIED ORGANOMETALLIC CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Hani Nasser Abdelhamid
Summary: Hydrogen has gained attention as an environmentally friendly alternative energy source, with cobalt embedded zeolitic imidazolate frameworks (Co@ZIF-8) showing high catalytic activity and a hierarchical porous structure for chemical synthesis and hydrogen generation applications.
JOURNAL OF SOLID STATE CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jiahao Ye, Jin-Chong Tan
Summary: Triboelectric nanogenerator (TENG), which converts mechanical energy into electricity, has attracted great attention. Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are used to enhance TENG's electrical performance. By incorporating MOF nanoparticles into a PDMS matrix, the dielectric constant and surface adhesion of the composite films are enhanced, resulting in significantly higher triboelectric output. The MOF-based TENG demonstrates practical applications in energy harvesting and self-powered devices.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Mohamad Rezi Abdul Hamid, Thomas Choong Shean Yaw, Mohd Zahirasri Mohd Tohir, Wan Azlina Wan Abdul Karim Ghani, Putu Doddy Sutrisna, Hae-Kwon Jeong
Summary: This paper presents the latest advances in ZIF membrane processing, focusing on their microstructural features and separation performance, while also providing prospects for future research directions.
JOURNAL OF INDUSTRIAL AND ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Sneha Kumari, Yalini H. Wijesundara, Thomas S. Howlett, Mohammad Waliullah, Fabian C. Herbert, Arun Raja, Ikeda Trashi, Rodrigo A. Bernal, Jeremiah J. Gassensmith
Summary: This research explores the possibility of using biolistic delivery as an alternative to needle-and-syringe-based vaccine administration. By encapsulating liposomes in a nano-sized shell made of Zeolitic Imidazolate Framework-8 (ZIF-8), the liposomes are protected from stress and can effectively penetrate the skin. This work demonstrates the mechanical protection provided by ZIF-8 to liposomes and provides a preliminary investigation for using biolistic delivery as an alternative vaccine delivery method.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Hongxue Zhang, Yanyan Wang, Chunxia Chen, Xiaoliang Wu
Summary: A facile strategy to fabricate porous hollow nanostructure cobalt zinc nickel phosphide/carbon composite has been reported. The composite exhibits a high specific capacity and good rate performance, attributed to its unique hollow structure with abundant active sites and internal nanoporous channels that promote ion diffusion. Furthermore, the assembled asymmetric supercapacitor using this composite as positive electrode demonstrates high energy density and superior electrochemical stability.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Michael F. Thorne, Adam F. Sapnik, Lauren N. McHugh, Alice M. Bumstead, Celia Castillo-Blas, Dean S. Keeble, Maria Diaz Lopez, Phillip A. Chater, David A. Keen, Thomas D. Bennett
Summary: An alternative route to glassy ZIFs via mechanically induced amorphisation allows for the production of various glassy ZIFs in under 30 minutes at room temperature, without the need for melt-quenching.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
J. Mor, P. Utpalla, J. Bahadur, D. Sen, S. K. Sharma
Summary: Due to its crystalline morphology, Zeolitic Imidazolate Frameworks (ZIFs) have well designed pore architecture, high surface area, pore volume, and well defined pore network, making them great candidates for gas separation, gas storage, catalysis, and sensors. However, traditional gas adsorption techniques are insufficient for studying the complete pore architecture of ZIFs. Recently, positron annihilation lifetime spectroscopy (PALS) has been identified as a powerful technique for investigating the pore architecture of various ZIFs.
MICROPOROUS AND MESOPOROUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Review
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
D. C. P. Peacock, M. W. Anderson, A. Rotevatn, D. J. Sanderson, E. Tavarnelli
JOURNAL OF VOLCANOLOGY AND GEOTHERMAL RESEARCH
(2017)
Article
Geochemistry & Geophysics
G. Degli Alessandrini, L. Menegon, N. Malaspina, A. H. Dijkstra, M. W. Anderson
Article
Crystallography
Samaila A. Jovial, James Raftery, Michael W. Anderson, Martin P. Attfield
ZEITSCHRIFT FUR KRISTALLOGRAPHIE-CRYSTALLINE MATERIALS
(2018)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Maarten Houlleberghs, Eric Breynaert, Karel Asselman, Ewoud Vaneeckhaute, Sambhu Radhakrishnan, Michael W. Anderson, Francis Taulelle, Mohamed Haouas, Johan A. Martens, Christine E. A. Kirschhock
MICROPOROUS AND MESOPOROUS MATERIALS
(2019)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Sina Rezaei Gomari, Farida Amrouche, Ronaldo G. Santos, Hugh Christopher Greenwell, Pablo Cubillas
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Connor Puett, Christina R. Inscoe, Robert L. Hilton, Michael W. Regan Anderson, Lisa Perrone, Savannah Puett, Laurence R. Gaalaas, Enrique Platin, Jianping Lu, Otto Zhou
Summary: This study investigated the use of synthetic radiographs to improve the clinical utility of images generated by stationary intraoral tomosynthesis (sIOT). Results showed that synthetic radiographs contained less artefact and provided clearer visualization of caries and vertical root fractures compared to traditional radiographs and conventional image slices from sIOT. Synthetic radiographs also offered multiple viewing angles, potentially enhancing the display of pathologies in comparison to standard radiography.
DENTOMAXILLOFACIAL RADIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Raquel A. Bessa, Antonia Mayza M. Franca, Andre Luis S. Pereira, Natalia P. Alexandre, Maria Perez-Page, Stuart M. Holmes, Ronaldo F. Nascimento, Morsyleide F. Rosa, Michael W. Anderson, Adonay R. Loiola
Summary: Multi-porous zeolite A was successfully synthesized and dispersed in bacterial cellulose aerogels for Pb2+ adsorption. Characterization techniques revealed positive interaction between zeolite crystals and cellulose nanofibrils, with improvements in adsorption and selectivity when mesopores are present in the crystal. This study highlights the potential of these multi-porous materials for Pb2+ adsorption and analytical applications.
MICROPOROUS AND MESOPOROUS MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Cell Biology
Eve Hunter-Featherstone, Natalie Young, Kathryn Chamberlain, Pablo Cubillas, Ben Hulette, Xingtao Wei, Jay P. Tiesman, Charles C. Bascom, Adam M. Benham, Martin W. Goldberg, Gabriele Saretzki, Iakowos Karakesisoglou
Summary: The study demonstrates that extracellular mechanics have significant effects on keratinocyte cell biology and should be utilized in skin research to ensure successful production of physiologically relevant skin models.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Antonia F. J. Uchoa, Camila P. do Valle, Denise R. Moreira, Manuel Banobre-Lopez, Juan Gallo, Francisco S. Dias, Michael W. Anderson, Nagila M. P. S. Ricardo
Summary: In this study, a sulfonic acid-functionalized KIT-6 silica catalyst was prepared and applied to the transesterification of Brazilian cashew nut oil with butanol. The catalyst was characterized to confirm its structural integrity and ordered structure. The catalyst exhibited high catalytic activity and good recyclability under certain conditions.
BRAZILIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Mollie Trueman, Duncan Akporiaye, Michael W. Anderson
Summary: This study presents a kinetic Monte-Carlo methodology for simulating crystal growth in materials with stacking faults. It allows the effects of disorder on crystal habit and surface topography to be explored by simulating various growth and dissolution events. The simulations are validated using experimental data and can be applied to different types of crystals.
FARADAY DISCUSSIONS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Raquel A. Bessa, Andre Luis S. Pereira, Morsyleide F. Rosa, Michael W. Anderson, Adonay R. Loiola
Summary: Hierarchical porous cartridges were formed by impregnating bacterial cellulose with zeolites A and X. The oxidation step for cellulose was found to be crucial for hierarchization and showed a positive effect on the cartridges. These components can be successfully mixed for potential use in gas and liquid adsorption technologies.
JOURNAL OF THE BRAZILIAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Fajar I. Pambudi, Michael W. Anderson, Martin P. Attfield
Summary: Atomic force microscopy was used to study the surface crystal growth of two isostructural metal-organic frameworks. The results suggest that the crystal growth is influenced by supersaturation, and the growth mechanisms for both frameworks are essentially identical. The findings provide insights into potential routes for fabricating MOFs with different crystal forms and defect structures.
FARADAY DISCUSSIONS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Adam R. Hill, Pablo Cubillas, James T. Gebbie-Rayet, Mollie Trueman, Nathan de Bruyn, Zulaikha al Harthi, Rachel J. S. Pooley, Martin P. Attfield, Vladislav A. Blatov, Davide M. Proserpio, Julian D. Gale, Duncan Akporiaye, Bjornar Arstad, Michael W. Anderson
Summary: CrystalGrower is a simulation tool that can model both crystal habits and nanoscale surface topography simultaneously, suitable for crystal growth simulation under variable supersaturation conditions. The tool is based on nanoscale coarse graining, faithfully reproducing the characteristics of crystals under low supersaturation or undersaturation conditions, and can simulate screw dislocations and internal point defects as well.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Fajar I. Pambudi, Michael W. Anderson, Martin P. Attfield
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Hae Sung Cho, Adam R. Hill, Minhyung Cho, Keiichi Miyasaka, Kyungmin Jeong, Michael W. Anderson, Jeung Ku Kang, Osamu Terasaki
CRYSTAL GROWTH & DESIGN
(2017)