Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Shengjie Du, Shengyi Chen, Zekai Zhang, Zhicheng Ye, Huanv Mao, Huiting Yang, Cheng Lian, Chunyan Bao
Summary: In this study, a hydroxyl-terminated poly(amine-ester) hyperbranched polymer (HPAE-OHs) was used as a green, effective and economic corrosion inhibitor for mild steel. The results showed that HPAE-OHs can efficiently inhibit the corrosion of mild steel with a corrosion inhibition efficiency of 94.9% at a dosage of 100 mg/L.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Shuang Yin, PeiJia Chen, ZhiCong Zhan, WeiJie Liang, Xin Ge, WeiYue Yu, HongJi Liu, Ji AnFang Ge
Summary: Replacing traditional non-biodegradable plastics with fully biodegradable plastics is an effective long-term solution for reducing the environmental impact of persistent plastic pollution. In this study, chemically reactive biophenolic polysiloxanes were synthesized and used to modify Poly(butylene adipate-co-butylene terephthalate) (PBAT). The addition of an appropriate amount of these biophenolic polysiloxanes improved the performance of PBAT, enhancing its crystallinity and mechanical properties.
POLYMER ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Laxmi, Adnan Shahzaib, Shabnam Khan, Anujit Ghosal, Fahmina Zafar, Manawwer Alam, Shahab A. A. Nami, Nahid Nishat
Summary: This study reports the synthesis of hydroxy-terminated polyurethane ligands (HTPU300) based on polyethylene glycol (PEG 300) and toluene 2,4-diisocyanate (TDI) for the formulation of metal ion coordinated polymeric systems. The effect of zinc ions within HTPU300 [Zn(II)HTPU300] was evaluated by analyzing the thermal, antibacterial, conductivity, and crystalline properties of the material. The results show that Zn(II)HTPU300 has moderate antimicrobial activity.
JOURNAL OF POLYMER RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xiaodong Li, Jialun Shen, Zongquan Sun, Wenwen Zhang, Fujun Ma, Qingbao Gu
Summary: In this study, the effect of chloride ion (Cl-) on the oxidation of 2,4-dinitrotoluene (DNT) by persulfate/Fe2+ was investigated. It was found that the presence of Cl- increased the content of hydroxyl radicals in the persulfate/Fe2+ system, leading to enhanced DNT removal. The transformation pathways of DNT were proposed, including hydroxylation/oxidation, elimination of the nitro group, and chlorination process. The toxicities of the intermediate products decreased during the oxidation process, but chlorinated by-products posed a higher toxicological risk.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Moslem Ahmadian, Mansoor Anbia
Summary: A low-cost and facile strategy has been developed to produce spherical micrometer sized SBA-15 with excellent diazinon adsorption properties. The adsorption behavior conforms to the Langmuir isotherm and pseudo second-order model, exhibiting good thermodynamic properties and cycle stability.
ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Muammer Burc, Serap Titretir Duran, Oznur Gungor, Ali Ersin Karagozler
Summary: An effective electrochemical method based on modified glassy carbon electrode was developed for the determination of gentamicin. The prepared gentamicin selective electrode showed high linearity and low detection and quantitation limits, making it suitable for various pharmacological, medical and biochemical applications.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jiwoo Kim, Joohoon Kim
Summary: The study demonstrates the electrochemically induced deposition of Pt nanoparticles encapsulated in poly(amidoamine) dendrimers on ITO surfaces, leading to significantly enhanced electrochemiluminescence compared to unmodified ITO surfaces.
BULLETIN OF THE KOREAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2021)
Article
Electrochemistry
Oznur Gungor, Chedia Ben Ali Hassine, Muammer Burc, Suleyman Koytepe, Serap Titretir Duran
Summary: In this study, a molecularly imprinted electrode modified with a molecular imprinting technique was used to determine the metoprolol concentration. The modified electrodes showed a high correlation coefficient, low detection limits, and good stability and reproducibility. This method provides a fast and accurate way to determine metoprolol levels.
ANALYTICAL & BIOANALYTICAL ELECTROCHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ram Naresh Yadav, Aarif Latif Shaikh, Aparna Das, Devalina Ray, Bimal Krishna Banik
Summary: The aim of this study is to investigate the p-toluene sulphonic acid (p-Ts.OH)-catalyzed reaction of racemic-azetidine-2,3-diones with enantiomerically pure cis and trans-4-hydroxy-L-proline in refluxing ethanol, resulting in the synthesis of substituted novel 3-(pyrrol-1-yl)-azetidin-2-ones at the C-3 position. An alternative synthetic route enabling the tandem transformation of proline to pyrrole, followed by intramolecular chirality transfer to the beta-lactams ring, was described. All four diastereomers of 3-(pyrrol-1-yl)-azetidin-2-ones could be achieved in good to excellent yield with high diastereoselectivity in a single-pot operation. This method can be applied to other activated carbonyl compounds, and functionalized pyrroles can be obtained through an expeditious process.
CURRENT ORGANOCATALYSIS
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Xue-Wu Yin, Juan Xue, Xiu-Li Wang, Yu-Zhong Wang
Summary: By reactive blending CPET with PPDT and subsequently undergoing solid-state polymerization, the fire-safety of the resulting blend is greatly improved. This blend shows enhanced crystallization and mechanical properties compared to CPET, with the potential to be used in the fabrication of high-strength fire-safety fibers.
HIGH PERFORMANCE POLYMERS
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Zi-Li Wang, Qiang Wang, Xiu Dong, Dong Li, Lan Bai, Xiu-Li Wang, Yu-Zhong Wang, Fei Song
Summary: This study proposes a method for constructing vivid structural-color composite films using dopamine infiltration and post-polymerization. The composite films, which combine the structural coloration of cellulose nanocrystals (CNC) with the strong light absorption of polydopamine (PDA), can quantitatively and selectively detect organic solvents through visible color changes. The study also defines a three-dimensional Hansen solubility sphere to control the sensing selectivity.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ying-Mei Leng, Xi Zhao, Teng Fu, Xiu-Li Wang, Yu-Zhong Wang
Summary: Using bio-based chemicals and recycling waste plastics are important for the circular economy. Wood-plastic composites (WPCs) are new and environmentally friendly materials, but their flammability is a concern. This study designed and synthesized a fully bio-based flame retardant, PATA, and used it in conjunction with APP to enhance the flame retardancy of WPCs. The PATA/APP system showed significant improvements in flame retardant and smoke suppression properties of WPCs.
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Zi-Li Wang, Ze-Peng Deng, Xiu Dong, Lan Bai, Xiu-Li Wang, Yu-Zhong Wang, Fei Song
Summary: This study presents a two-step co-assembly and subsequent surface coating strategy to develop an ethanol-sensitive and anti-water interference photonic crystal film. By utilizing citric acid as a co-assembly phase, high ethanol sensing is achieved due to strong intermolecular affinity. The composite photonic film is free-standing, highly flexible, and controllably structurally colored, making it suitable for quantitatively tracing ethanol/water mixtures and potentially tracking drunk driving as a colorimetric sensor.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Si-Qi Zhu, Rui Feng, Zheng-Hong Liang, Xiu-Li Wang, Yu-Zhong Wang, Fei Song
Summary: This study proposes a new method using mesoporous silica nanospheres and silver nanoparticles to construct hybrid surfaces, finding that an appropriate ratio between superhydrophilic porous domains and superhydrophobic smooth domains can improve water collection efficiency.
INDUSTRIAL & ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xiu Dong, Dong Li, Jia-Min Wu, Ze-Lian Zhang, Zi-Li Wang, Fei Song, Xiu-Li Wang, Yu-Zhong Wang
Summary: Bioinspired coloration of cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) has been achieved by introducing a cationic polymer and a hydrophilic small compound, resulting in films with weak/non-angular optical response and wide-range colors. The CNC-based composite material is suitable for decoration, sensing, and anti-counterfeiting, and enables color patterning and angle-dependent selective color changes.
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Lin Weng, Mingchao Ma, Chenxiao Yin, Zhi-Xiong Fei, Ke-Ke Yang, Caroline A. Ross, Ling-Ying Shi
Summary: The synthesis and self-assembly of a silicon-containing liquid crystalline block copolymer (SiLCBCP) with high interaction parameter was reported, which contained thermally and photo-responsive azobenzene mesogens in the side chains. The phase transitions and orientation in the block copolymer were influenced by the molecular structural transitions of the azobenzene mesogens. A series of azobenzene-containing SiLCBCPs were synthesized through atom transfer radical polymerization, and the influence of the liquid-crystalline phase transition on the nanostructure of the block copolymers was described. Various nanostructures were obtained as the volume fraction of the PMAAzo block changed.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Lu Li, Zhi-Bin Wen, Dong Li, Zhi-Yuan Xu, Ling-Ying Shi, Ke-Ke Yang, Yu-Zhong Wang
Summary: In this research, a feasible and flexible method for fabricating cholesteric liquid-crystal networks (CLCNs) with precise colors across the entire visible spectrum has been proposed. The influences of chiral and achiral LC monomers on the thermochromic behaviors of CLC precursors and the topology of the polymerized CLCNs have been systematically investigated. High-resolution multicolor patterns in one CLCN film have been generated through photomask polymerization. The freestanding CLCN films exhibit perceivable mechanochromic behaviors and repeated erasing-rewriting performances.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yumeng Xu, Xing Guo, Zhenhua Lin, Qingrui Wang, Jie Su, Jincheng Zhang, Yue Hao, Keke Yang, Jingjing Chang
Summary: By designing a multifunctional elastomer with abundant hydrogen bonds and carbonyl groups, the chemical bonding between polymer and perovskite has been enhanced, leading to the preferential growth of high-quality perovskite film. The hydrogen-bonded polymer network improves air stability, flexibility, and reduces lead release, paving the way for industrialization of high-performance flexible perovskite solar cells.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Sikai Chen, Qing-Yang Feng, Dong Li, Fei Song, Xiu-Li Wang, Yu-Zhong Wang
Summary: This investigation examines the relationship between the structure and properties of surface-grafted cellulose nanofiber (CNF)-based one-component composites. Key parameters, such as graft density, graft chain length, and interface structure, were systematically adjusted. Increasing the graft density and hydrophobic modification of the CNF surface improved thermal stability. Shorter graft chain length increased the T(g) of the graft chain while hydrophobic modification and longer graft chain length decreased stiffness. Decreasing graft density remarkably enhanced toughness and strength. The interfacial interaction between CNF and grafted polymer played a crucial role in determining the composites' properties, along with graft density.
ACS APPLIED POLYMER MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Chenxiao Yin, Zhi-Xiong Fei, Jingrui Sun, Lin Weng, Xu Wang, Ke-Ke Yang, Ling-Ying Shi
Summary: In this study, a form-stable high-enthalpy biphasic phase change organogels (BPCOGs) were developed by combining hydrophobic association and hydrogen bonding for thermal management of solid-liquid phase change materials. The study provides a universal strategy to prepare flexible biphasic phase change materials suitable for a variety of applications, demonstrating their potential in solar energy utilization and functional flexible devices.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Peng Zhang, Lin Chen, Yan Guo, Lei Zhang, Xiu-Li Wang, Yu-Zhong Wang
Summary: Inspired by the interpenetrating network of nature leaf-veins, researchers have successfully synthesized noncomposite polymer materials with ultra-robust, lightweight, and fully recyclable properties. By designing the molecular structure of the polymer, they were able to control the secondary and tertiary structure of the material, resulting in the growth of a leaf-vein-mimicking crystal reinforcement phase. The resulting material exhibits exceptional mechanical properties, lower density, and easy processing. Additionally, it can be chemically recovered to obtain high-purity raw monomers.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Qiang-Wu Tan, Dong Li, Lin-Yue Li, Zi-Li Wang, Xiu-Li Wang, Yu-Zhong Wang, Fei Song
Summary: By studying the mathematical relationship between the response sensitivity of photonic crystal color changes and the location distances of photonic co-phases, this research provides a rational approach for the design of intelligently responsive photonic materials. Experimental verification demonstrates the applicability of this empirical rule to some typical compounds.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xing-Liang Li, Teng Fu, Zheng-Ming Li, Yao Li, Xiu-Li Wang, Yu-Zhong Wang
Summary: This article introduces a strategy for simultaneously constructing chemically closed-loop polyesters and achieving high performance by synthesizing linear furan-based polyesters PBDyF. A rapid chemical-solvolysis strategy is developed to obtain recyclable chemicals from PBDyF. PBDyF exhibits excellent mechanical properties and barrier properties, and can be processed by injection molding and 3D printing.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Zi-Li Wang, Ze-Peng Deng, Xiu Dong, Lan Bai, Xiu-Li Wang, Yu-Zhong Wang, Fei Song
Summary: This study demonstrates a two-step co-assembly and subsequent surface coating strategy to develop an ethanol-sensitive and anti-water interference photonic crystal film, enabling high ethanol sensing and selective penetration while blocking water interference. The composite photonic films are flexible, structurally colored, and can potentially be used as colorimetric sensors for quantitatively tracing ethanol/water mixtures. The proposed modification strategy not only overcomes the limitation of water interference for hydrophilic colorimetric sensors but also provides references for developing new photonic materials with water resistance in water/humid environments.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Mustafa Kalay, Abidin Esidir, Mahmut Ruzi, N. Burak Kiremitler, Mustafa Serdar Onses
Summary: This study proposes stable and addressable polymer PUFs, utilizing a cross-linkable polymer system, which demonstrates high stochastic characteristics and low-cost production. The performance of the polymer features is evaluated through various analyses, and direct image authentication is achieved using feature matching algorithms.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Jingyu Jin, Guoqiang Lu, Jun Nie, Xiaoqun Zhu
Summary: Photopolymerization technology is limited in the fields of food packaging and biomedicine due to the high migration of small molecules from photoinitiators. In this study, a polymerizable 2-vinyl thioxanthone (ETX) was synthesized to improve the migration stability of photoinitiators. Macromolecular photoinitiators (PPI1, PPI2) were also prepared to further reduce migration. The results showed that the ETX/TEOA system had higher initiation performance and PPI2 displayed favorable initiation ability. Additionally, the migration of ETX, PPI1, and PPI2 in photocured film was significantly reduced. These low-migration photoinitiators have potential applications in the fields of food packaging and biological materials.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Weijie Li, Jun Nie, Yingying Zhao, Xiaoqun Zhu
Summary: This study focuses on the development of high-performance, low-migration photoinitiators. A polymerizable photoinitiator (VBP) was synthesized by introducing an ethylene group into benzophenone, and three different molecular weight single-component photoinitiators (PVBN1-3) were synthesized based on VBP. The results show that these new photoinitiators have stronger absorption ability compared to benzophenone and significantly reduce the migration of initiators and co-initiators, addressing the safety concerns caused by migration.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Seira Morimune-Moriya, Yuki Iwahashi, Mitsuru Nakamura, Daisuke Ogawa, Keiji Nakamura
Summary: This study investigates the effect of plasma treatment on carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and the structure/properties of polyimide (PI) nanocomposites with ultra-low content of CNTs. The results show that plasma treatment introduces isocyanate groups on the surface of CNTs and enhances the interfacial interaction between PI and treated CNTs. This leads to a significant improvement in the mechanical properties of the nanocomposites, with even a small addition of treated CNTs showing a substantial increase in Young's modulus, tensile strength and toughness.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Yuanlong Li, Chaojie Chen, Guoqing Cui, Li Liu, Chao Zhou, Guangfeng Wu
Summary: In this study, a novel ion-conducting hydrogel was fabricated using a straightforward approach. The hydrogel showed excellent tensile properties and high toughness due to physical interactions and covalent binding. Additionally, the introduction of hydroxyethyl cellulose and lithium chloride improved the biocompatibility, mechanical properties, electrical conductivity, and frost resistance of the hydrogel, demonstrating its potential for cold climate applications.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Dengwei Yan, Jinxian Yang, Xuejun Pan, Xiaozheng Duan, Lianwei Li, Mo Zhu
Summary: The influence of backbone length on grafting efficiency during the graft-onto reaction process was investigated. It was found that the polydispersity effect of backbone length does not affect the final grafting efficiency, indicating that the local dynamics of chain segments dominate the graft-onto process.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Zhaoyi Luo, Xianjie Pan, Fanqi Liu, Quanxi Yi, Yanning Zeng, Yunhua Chen, Chaoyang Wang
Summary: This study provides a method to prepare high-performance epoxy materials with good malleability and thermal stability. The materials have self-healing and welding capabilities, thanks to the addition of specific chemical bonds and network structures. They exhibit mechanical properties comparable to commercial epoxy resins and show great potential for sustainable industrial development.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Chaoji Xiong, Hao Wang, Lihua Deng, Kun Liang, Chunhua Wu, Wei Wu, Qian Chen
Summary: In this study, four polyamides were synthesized and their adsorption performances for Hg2+ in aqueous systems were investigated. The polyamides exhibited high adsorption capacities and excellent reusability, with the involvement of sulfur, nitrogen, and oxygen in the chemical adsorption process of Hg2+.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Siim Laanesoo, Olivier Bonjour, Rauno Sedrik, Iris Tamsalu, Patric Jannasch, Lauri Vares
Summary: The insertion of rigid aliphatic or aromatic building blocks in polymer structures is an effective way to synthesize high -Tg polymer materials. In this study, a series of isosorbide-2-aryl carboxylate-5-methacrylate monomers (ArIMAs) were synthesized by functionalizing isosorbide 5-methacrylate with various aromatic lignin-inspired esters. These monomers were polymerized to obtain high molecular-weight poly(aryl carboxylate isosorbide methacrylates) (PArIMAs). The resulting polymers showed high glass transition temperatures and thermal stability, making them suitable for use as high-performance plastics and coatings.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Yuqian Wu, Weijie Xu, Jianliang Li, Zhangfeng Zhong, Liqing Huang, Shengke Li, Huaping Tan
Summary: This study investigates the improvement of degradation and drug release characteristics of dynamic Schiff base-mediated natural polysaccharide hydrogels using tannic acid (TA), leading to enhanced stability and functionality.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Xi Zhang, Xiangli Kong, Xin Zhou, Yiyan Gao, Yibo Sun, Guanghui Gao, Wei Liu, Kai Shi
Summary: Conductive hydrogels have great development prospects in flexible strain sensors, but long-term direct contact with human skin can cause bacterial infection. A hydrogel with antibacterial, biocompatibility, and toughness was designed and manufactured using a freeze-thaw method. The hydrogel maintains tensile properties and fatigue resistance at low temperatures and is resistant to bacteria. Therefore, hydrogel sensors can be used to monitor human movements.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Wei Zhang, Jiangang Yu, Mingyang Wu, Rui Li, Anqiang Zhang, Yaling Lin
Summary: In this study, polyacrylamide containing quaternary ammonium salts (PAM-X) were synthesized and found to effectively inhibit soil-borne pathogenic fungi while maintaining the balance of microbial population in soil. PAM-X also showed low toxicity to earthworms and fish, providing a new method for the prevention and control of soil-borne fungal diseases.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Jiawen He, Haojie Yu, Li Wang, Jian Yang, Yanhui Zhang, Wenbing Huang, Chenguang Ouyang
Summary: This review discusses the use of polymeric hydrogels for atmospheric water harvesting (AWH), including the mechanism of water sorption, fabrication methods, and strategies for optimizing the structure of hydrogels. The extended applications of hygroscopic photothermal hydrogels, such as agricultural irrigation and dehumidification, are also explored. The challenges and prospects of using polymeric hydrogels for AWH are summarized.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Polymer Science
Ying Du, Shuaishuai Lu, Yuanna Sun, Qingshan Li, Xinhai He
Summary: This study introduces a method to improve the performance of hydrogels by incorporating proline, resulting in hydrogels with excellent stretchability, high conductivity, and long-term stability. The hydrogel remains flexible and conductive even at ultra-low temperatures.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2024)
