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Chemistry, Physical
Jennifer H. Stansby, Neeraj Sharma, Maxim Avdeev, Helen E. A. Brand, Bernt Johannessen, Elena Gonzalo, Nicholas E. Drewett, Nagore Ortiz-Vitoriano, Teofilo Rojo
Summary: Incorporating transition metals has been shown to enhance the electrochemical performance of Mn-rich Na-ion cathode materials, and a deeper understanding of the role of dopant ions is necessary for further development. Zinc is highlighted as an excellent choice of dopant for Mn-rich cathode materials, and a comprehensive understanding of Mn oxidation states and dopant interactions is crucial for optimizing materials design.
CHEMISTRY OF MATERIALS
(2021)
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Chemistry, Physical
Lina Yv, Jing Wang, Zhongxiang Shi, Xiaohua Wang
Summary: Fe substitution of Cu or Zn in high-entropy powder (MgCoNiCuZn)O was achieved through a hydrothermal method. The effects of different substitution amounts on the crystal structure, product morphology, and electrochemical properties were investigated using XPS, XRD, SEMeEDS, and electrochemical methods. The results showed that Fe substitution improved the electrochemical performance by providing more channels for Li+ removal/insertion, resulting in a discharge capacity of 631.5 F/g at 0.1 A/g and a capacity retention rate of 89% after 500 cycles.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2023)
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Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
L. Diaz, V. D. Rodriguez, M. Gonzalez-Rodriguez, E. Rodriguez-Castellon, M. Algarra, P. Nunez, E. Moretti
Summary: Low-cost M/TiO2 semiconductor catalysts were prepared by impregnating five different first row transition metals on a commercial titania support, with Cu/TiO2 showing the best photocatalytic activity for hydrogen production under both UV and visible light. Ni/TiO2 and Co/TiO2 also exhibited significant photocatalytic activity under UV light. The Cu/TiO2 catalyst was characterized by TEM and XPS measurements, showing the dispersion of copper species on TiO2 and the oxidation-reduction process during the hydrogen production reaction. Impregnated TiO2 showed higher H-2 production rates compared to non-impregnated TiO2, making Cu/TiO2 a cost-effective alternative to Pt/TiO2 for hydrogen production.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY FRONTIERS
(2021)
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Agronomy
Lu Liu, Wen-Feng Cong, Bruno Suter, Fusuo Zhang, Wopke van der Werf, Tjeerd Jan Stomph
Summary: This study conducted a global meta-analysis of previous studies and found that soil and foliar application of zinc fertilizer can significantly increase zinc concentration in rice grains, while foliar application of iron fertilizer can significantly increase iron concentration in rice grains. These findings provide important knowledge for designing effective fertilization strategies to improve the nutritional quality of rice.
FIELD CROPS RESEARCH
(2023)
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Chemistry, Physical
Jiake Cui, Xiaojing Liu, Yongxue Wei, Xiangjian Shen
Summary: This study investigates the performance of four different model catalysts in the hydrogen evolution reaction using density functional theory. It is found that the Ni-4@FeN4-Gr catalyst exhibits the best activity. Furthermore, the catalytic performance of these catalysts varies with different pH values.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2022)
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Chemistry, Physical
Qirun Wang, Chao Wang, Xiaoqiang Du, Xiaoshuang Zhang
Summary: In this study, NiCo-MOF precursor was synthesized and phosphating treatment was carried out to generate Cu-NiCoP and Zn-NiCoP catalysts. The prepared catalysts exhibited high activity and superior durability in hydrogen and oxygen evolution reactions as well as overall water decomposition. Moreover, the performance of the catalysts in seawater environment was also investigated and it was found that the catalysts' performance would stabilize after a period of reaction.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2023)
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Chemistry, Physical
Ling Yue, Wenyuan Jin, Ai-Jie Mao, Xiaoyu Kuang
Summary: Novel 2D auxetic materials MX2 monolayers with special structural buckling and abnormal negative Poisson's ratio were identified based on first-principles calculations. The ultralow exfoliation energy of ZnCl2 monolayer and effective band gap modulation in strain engineering studies highlight the potential applications of MX2 monolayers in nanomechanical and optoelectronic devices.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY C
(2021)
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Energy & Fuels
Dalia Liuzzi, Francisco J. Perez-Alonso, Sergio Rojas
Summary: Ru-Co/Al2O3 and Ru-Fe/Al2O3 catalysts prepared by reduction-deposition method exhibit high activity in Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis, showing different conversion rates and product selectivity. The interaction between Ru and Co in Ru-Co/Al2O3 enhances the activity, while Ru-Fe/Al2O3 displays superior initial performance but declines over time, with less enriched products compared to Ru/Al2O3.
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Chemistry, Physical
Rafal Wysokinski, Wiktor Zierkiewicz, Mariusz Michalczyk, Steve Scheiner
Summary: The possibility of interactions between MX3- anions was assessed through ab initio calculations in gas phase, water, and ethanol solutions, revealing two different dimer types. The relative stabilities of these structures are influenced by the nature of the central M atom, the halogen substituent, and the presence of solvent. The interaction and binding energies are relatively small, generally not exceeding 10 kcal mol(-1).
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2021)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Morsy A. M. Abu-Youssef, Vratislav Langer, Assem Barakat, Matti Haukka, Saied M. Soliman
Summary: The supramolecular structures of three metal (II) azido complexes with 4-benzoylpyridine were presented. Complexes 1 and 2 are monomeric with terminal azido groups, while complex 3 is a one-dimensional coordination polymer. The molecular packing in the complexes is affected by polar O-H and N-H interactions, as well as hydrophobic C-H contacts.
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Chemistry, Physical
Huicai Xie, Quanyi Liu, Xiaohua Luo, Shengcan Ma, Xinqiang Gao, Zhenxing Li, Zhaojun Mo, Jun Shen
Summary: A series of Eu(Ti,Nb,M)O3 (M=Cu or Zn) compounds were synthesized, and significantly enhanced and giant low-field magnetocaloric effects were observed, making them competitive candidates for cryogenic magnetic refrigeration.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2023)
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Polymer Science
Adilson Luis Pereira Silva, Jaldyr de Jesus Gomes Varela Junior
Summary: The development of sensors for hazardous gases based on metal-modified B12N12 nanocages has attracted attention. In this study, the interactions between CNCl toxic gas and pristine and MB11N12 (M = Fe, Co, Ni, Cu, and Zn) nanocages were evaluated using density functional theory (DFT). The results showed that doping reduced the energy band gap (E-gap), with the strongest interaction observed on FeB11N12 and CoB11N12 nanocages. NiB11N12 and CuB11N12 nanocages exhibited the highest electronic sensitivity for CNCl gas adsorption, making them superior sensor materials for detecting CNCl toxic gas.
JOURNAL OF INORGANIC AND ORGANOMETALLIC POLYMERS AND MATERIALS
(2023)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
XiuBo Xie, Baolei Wang, Yukun Wang, Cui Ni, Xueqin Sun, Wei Du
Summary: This article reviews the recent progress of spinel structured MFe2O4, including synthesis methods, microstructures, and the effects of different components on morphology and microwave absorption performances. The mechanisms of these systems, current challenges, and possible perspectives are also summarized in the article.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yaoyao Ni, Tingjuan Wang, Yan Zhou, Chao Wang, Yingwen Tang, Tao Li, Baoyou Geng
Summary: This study successfully synthesized an N-doped porous carbon supported Fe/Fe3O4 catalyst with excellent ORR electrocatalytic performance and stability, through the synergetic effect of zinc nitrate activation and nitrogen doping, which improved the specific surface area and dispersing of metal active sites.
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Engineering, Environmental
Yu-Jen Shih, Chen -Wei Change Chien
Summary: Electrocoagulation using various metal sacrificial anodes (Fe, Cu, Ni, Zn, and Al) effectively removes boron from water. The combination of Cu + Fe, Ni + Fe, Zn + Fe, and Ni + Al anodes, along with an Al cathode, allows for the recovery of boron in the form of spinel oxides. The efficiency of boron removal depends on the EC conditions, such as applied current, pH, and initial concentration, as well as the type of sacrificial anode.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)