Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hui Liu, Li Zhang, Jianying Huang, Jiajun Mao, Zhong Chen, Qinghui Mao, Mingzheng Ge, Yuekun Lai
Summary: Manufacturing smart switchable surfaces has become a widely discussed topic in recent years. This systematic review presents the latest research on reversibly switchable wettability of smart surfaces, discussing different triggers and applications, providing insights and guidance for smart surface engineering.
ADVANCES IN COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Qinghua Wang, Huixin Wang, Zhixian Zhu, Nan Xiang, Zhandong Wang, Guifang Sun
Summary: The study presents a laser-based surface texturing method for switchable wettability control on titanium surface, enabling efficient transition between superhydrophilicity and superhydrophobicity. The reversible wettability transition is attributed to the dual-scale surface structure and controllable surface chemistry. The method allows practical throughput for large-area processing and various industrial applications.
SURFACES AND INTERFACES
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Ruijiang Sun, Chunya Wu, Bo Hou, Xiguang Li, Jiahao Wu, Chang Liu, Mingjun Chen
Summary: This study proposes a manufacturing technique for high-aspect-ratio magnetically responsive superhydrophobic surfaces. By controlling the geometrical parameters and magnetic response capability of micropillars, the reversibly switchable wettability and adhesion of the surfaces are achieved. Furthermore, the modification of the coating enhances the initial hydrophobicity and switchable wettability.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2023)
Editorial Material
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Jianfeng Lu, Fuzhi Huang
Summary: Organic semiconductors are utilized in a promising class of solar cells and undergo a 'doping' step to enhance charge carrier transport. A fast doping method has been developed, potentially enabling mass production of these cells.
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Materials Science, Coatings & Films
Jianlin Yang, Jiayang Sun, Zhecun Wang, Laigui Wang
Summary: This research successfully developed a nanostructured porous membrane material with switchable wettability, which enables on-demand oil/water separation without energy consumption, showing great potential for practical applications.
SURFACE & COATINGS TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Editorial Material
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Roman Krahne, Milena P. Arciniegas
Summary: Layered perovskites are valuable materials composed of a perovskite semiconductor layer surrounded by organic molecules. Recent research has demonstrated the ability to grow crystals of layered perovskites containing a second inorganic lattice layer from solution.
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Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Qiyuan Chen, Shilin Liu, Liwei Chen, Tongfei Wu, Xuelin Tian
Summary: Advances in the use of porous materials for oil-water separation offer a promising solution to oil spill problems. A new type of oil sorbent is developed using a liquid film-based dip coating technique, with a hydrophobic coating on the outer layer and a hydrophilic inner part. This sorbent achieves significant reductions in chemical consumption and demonstrates highly selective oil absorption, faster absorption rates, and larger absorption capacity compared to conventional hydrophobic sponges.
SCIENCE CHINA-MATERIALS
(2022)
Editorial Material
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Mathieu L. Lepage, Jeremy E. Wulff
Summary: Waste plastics with immiscible polymers pose challenges to recycling. However, a new additive enables the thermal reprocessing of mixed plastics into recyclable, high-performance materials.
News Item
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Kelsey B. Hatzell, Maha Yusuf
Summary: The development of a promising type of battery is hindered by the growth of lithium filaments in the electrolyte, causing device failures. Investigating this failure mechanism may provide a solution. See p.287.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Maria Kullmer, Felix Herrmann-Westendorf, Patrick Endres, Stefan Goetz, Hamid Reza Rasouli, Emad Najafidehaghani, Christof Neumann, Rebecka Glaessner, David Kaiser, Thomas Weimann, Andreas Winter, Ulrich S. Schubert, Benjamin Dietzek-Ivansic, Andrey Turchanin
Summary: Artificial photosynthesis for hydrogen production is crucial for green energy sources. This study presents and compares two approaches to incorporate a photoactive Ru-II polypyridine complex into carbon nanomembranes, and investigates their photoactivity and potential applications.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Nadine Hannewald, Pia Winterwerber, Stefan Zechel, David Y. W. Ng, Martin D. Hager, Tanja Weil, Ulrich S. Schubert
Summary: The combination of DNA origami nanostructures and polymers offers a new way to access defined structures in the 100 nm range. DNA origami serves as a template for arranging polymer chains, creating hybrid materials that could be used for energy transfer, organic circuits, or the synthesis of nanopatterned structures.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Huimin Zhang, Zhiguang Guo
Summary: This review provides an overview of the fundamental principles of wettability in the oil-water separation process and the research progress of switchable wettability smart materials. It discusses various types of special wettability materials, their applications, and challenges, and offers insights into future prospects.
ADVANCES IN COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Huai Chen, Jiang Xu, Yaping Wang, Da Wang, Raquel Ferrer-Espada, Yutong Wang, Jingjian Zhou, Adrian Pedrazo-Tardajos, Mei Yang, Jia-Heng Tan, Xiaoyu Yang, Lei Zhang, Ilya Sychugov, Shoudeng Chen, Sara Bals, Johan Paulsson, Zhenyu Yang
Summary: Fluorescent probes are essential for cell imaging. This study presents a novel method using silicon nanocrystals as probes, which can switch their emission color from red to blue upon contact with amino acids in live cells. These probes disperse only in the cytoplasm and their fluorescence intensity correlates linearly with amino acid concentration, making them promising tools for visualizing and quantifying amino acid-related processes in live cells.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Olivier Teraube, Lea Gratier, Jean-Charles Agopian, Monica Francesca Pucci, Pierre-Jacques Liotier, Samar Hajjar-Garreau, Elodie Petit, Nicolas Batisse, Angelique Bousquet, Karine Charlet, Eric Tomasella, Marc Dubois
Summary: This study aims to improve the compatibility between flax natural fibers and mostly dispersive polymers by grafting fluorine atoms onto the fiber surface using plasma fluorination. The covalently grafted fluorine atoms reduce the fiber polarity and make it compatible with dispersive polymers. The mechanical properties and fluorine release during fiber combustion were investigated and no negative impact was observed. This eco-friendly approach improves the wettability of the fibers and shows potential for enhancing the mechanical performance of eco-composites reinforced with fluorinated fibers.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Biographical-Item
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Parisa Mehrkhodavandi
Summary: The Nobel prizewinner revolutionized chemistry with the development of universal catalysts.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yang Xia, Yao Li, Zhen Xiao, Xiaozhen Zhou, Guoguang Wang, Jun Zhang, Yongping Gan, Hui Huang, Chu Liang, Wenkui Zhang
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Danni Zhang, Baolin Sun, Hui Huang, Yongping Gan, Yang Xia, Chu Liang, Wenkui Zhang, Jun Zhang
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Engineering, Environmental
Jiage Yu, Kun Wang, Wenlong Song, Hui Huang, Chu Liang, Yang Xia, Jun Zhang, Yongping Gan, Feng Wang, Wenkui Zhang
Summary: A low temperature MgH2-AlCl3-SiO2 melt system was developed to efficiently synthesize high purity battery grade nano-Si with superior electrochemical performance, providing new insights into the effects of nanoscale particle size on the performance of Si anode.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Electrochemistry
Hui Huang, Gangfeng Yang, Jiage Yu, Jun Zhang, Yang Xia, Kun Wang, Chu Liang, Yongping Gan, Xinping He, Wenkui Zhang
Summary: The SnS@TPC composite fabricated by a supercritical CO2 method demonstrates impressive cycling stability and rate performance, which is attributed to the composite effect between TPC and nanocrystalline SnS.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yang Xia, Qiang Ren, Chengwei Lu, Jing Zhu, Jun Zhang, Chu Liang, Hui Huang, Yongping Gan, Xinping He, Dongmin Zhu, Zhen Xiao, Wenkui Zhang
Summary: A new graphene/TiO2 decorated N-doped carbon foam as a three-dimensional current collector for high loading sulfur cathodes is proposed, providing enough space for active sulfur and strong polysulfide confining ability. The 3D porous conductive structure allows rapid mass mobilization and boosts electron transfer kinetics, leading to a remarkable capacity of 788 mA h g(-1) for the sulfur cathode after 100 cycles with a high sulfur loading of 7.4 mg cm(-2). This work offers insights for multifunctional current collectors in thick sulfur cathodes for Li-S batteries.
MATERIALS RESEARCH BULLETIN
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Zhen Xiao, Yao Li, Wenkui Zhang, Hui Huang, Yongping Gan, Jun Zhang, Chu Liang, Qinzhong Mao, Peng Liao, Yanxian Jin, Yang Xia
Summary: This study proposes a modified polypropylene separator with a multi-functional coating layer to overcome the challenges faced by lithium-sulfur batteries, such as low active material utilization, capacity degradation, cycling lifespan, and rate capability. The designed separator significantly improves the battery's specific capacity, capacity retention, and rate capability.
MATERIALS RESEARCH BULLETIN
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Yang Xia, Peng Cai, Yaning Liu, Jing Zhu, Rui Guo, Wenkui Zhang, Yongping Gan, Hui Huang, Jun Zhang, Chu Liang, Xinping He, Zhen Xiao
Summary: An electrothermal film with sandwich-like structure composed of hybrid conductive fillers and polymer matrix has been fabricated, demonstrating low voltage operation, superior response feature, high electrothermal conversion efficiency, stability, and potential for practical applications.
JOURNAL OF ELECTRONIC MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Chao Zheng, Jun Zhang, Yang Xia, Hui Huang, Yongping Gan, Chu Liang, Xinping He, Xinyong Tao, Wenkui Zhang
Summary: The research reveals the self-healing behavior of Argyrodite Li6PS5Cl material when used as both the electrolyte and cathode, which is closely related to the electrochemical window and can be controlled by adjusting the charge-discharge voltage range. This self-healing mechanism, involving reversible Li6PS5Cl decomposition and reciprocating lithium growth, is crucial for sulfide-based solid-state electrolytes and guides the interface modification and material design of all-solid-state lithium batteries.
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Chemistry, Physical
Cheng Wang, Tianqi Yang, Wenkui Zhang, Hui Huang, Yongping Gan, Yang Xia, Xinping He, Jun Zhang
Summary: The researchers designed hydrogen-bonded polyethylene oxide composite solid electrolytes that can enhance both the ionic conductivity and mechanical strength through the formation of an interconnected network. By adjusting the composition ratio, they overcame the issues of poor film forming and low mechanical strength.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2022)
Article
Electrochemistry
Yang Xia, Xiaohang Ren, Zhen Xiao, Yongping Gan, Jun Zhang, Hui Huang, Xinping He, Qinzhong Mao, Guoguang Wang, Wenkui Zhang
Summary: A core-shell structure LiNi0.9-Co0.1O2@LiNi0.5Mn1.5O4 composite is proposed to enhance the structure stability and thermal stability under high-voltage application, showing excellent electrochemical performance and promising potential for practical application in high energy density lithium-ion batteries.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Zhen Xiao, Rui Guo, Xinping He, Yongping Gan, Jun Zhang, Hui Huang, Wenkui Zhang, Bingjia Wang, Yi Han, Yang Xia
Summary: This study successfully develops a thin electric heating film composed of highly thermally stable polybenzimidazole (PBI) and low-cost carbon black nanoparticles (Super P) that significantly increases the maximum working temperature under relatively low applied voltage.
JOURNAL OF ELECTRONIC MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yaning Liu, Zhen Xiao, Wenkui Zhang, Hui Huang, Jun Zhang, Yongping Gan, Xinping He, Bingjia Wang, Yi Han, Yang Xia
Summary: In this study, glass fiber reinforced graphite/carbon black@polyethersulfone composites were developed to significantly increase the maximum working temperature of electrothermal materials. The composites showed excellent electric heating performance and stable maximum working temperatures under low applied voltages.
JOURNAL OF INDUSTRIAL AND ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Zexing Liu, Jiayu Yang, George Leftheriotis, Hui Huang, Yang Xia, Yongping Gan, Wenkui Zhang, Jun Zhang
Summary: Energy consumption in buildings, especially for heating, cooling, and lighting, is a crucial sector globally. To reduce energy consumption, smart windows that can change their optical and thermal properties have been considered as a promising technology. In this study, a multifunctional smart window was designed using a complementary structure of tungsten oxide and Prussian blue thin films, powered by an integrated dye-sensitized solar cell. The window exhibited adjustable optical modulation and temperature regulation, with energy-storage ability and excellent durability, presenting potential applications in modern buildings.
SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS AND TECHNOLOGIES
(2022)
Editorial Material
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Fengkai Zuo, Yu Ding, Jun Zhang, Pan Xiong, Ping Wu, Hongsen Li
FRONTIERS IN CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Shuai Ruan, Wenjie Xin, Chen Wang, Wangjun Wan, Hui Huang, Yongping Gan, Yang Xia, Jun Zhang, Xinhui Xia, Xinping He, Wenkui Zhang
Summary: This study successfully synthesized a carbon-based flexible lithium-ion supercapacitor positive material using supercritical fluid technology, which improved the interface compatibility and enhanced the electrochemical performance of composite materials. The material exhibited excellent supercapacitive and lithium storage properties in sulfuric acid and lithium sulfate electrolytes.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Panpan Zhang, Xu Wang, Yangyang Yang, Haifeng Yang, Chunsheng Lu, Mingru Su, Yu Zhou, Aichun Dou, Xiaowei Li, Xiaochuan Hou, Yunjian Liu
Summary: In this study, the influence of transition metal doping on the electronic and mechanical properties and electrochemical performance of 2HMoS2/NC was investigated using Cobalt (Co) as an example. Co doping was found to effectively improve the electronic conductivity and active site areas of 2H-MoS2/NC at different positions, optimizing the adsorption and diffusion capability of potassium ions. Furthermore, the study revealed the optimal roles of different types of nitrogen atoms in kinetic adsorption, diffusion, and interfacial stability of potassium ions. These findings provide guidance for the experimental design of high rate 2H-MoS2/NC electrode materials and the optimal design of other functional composite materials.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zeeshan Ajmal, Mahmood Ul Haq, Shahid Zaman, M. K. Al-Muhanna, Anuj Kumar, Mohammed M. Fadhali, Siwar Ben Hadj Hassine, Muhammas Qasim, K. F. Alshammari, Ghulam Abbas Ashraf, Abdul Qadeer, Adil Murtaza, Sulaiman Al-Sulaimi, Huaqiang Zeng
Summary: This study presents a novel heterojunction structure (SrTiO3/CN-TAL10.0) for enhanced photocatalytic water splitting (PWS). The incorporation of thiophenedicarboxaldehyde (TAL) through copolymerization significantly improves the photocatalytic activity of carbon nitride (CN) while maintaining its photostability performance. The optimized composition allows efficient isolation of photoinduced charge carriers and enhanced charge transport, resulting in a remarkable increase in overall photocatalytic efficiency.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Angela Arnosa-Prieto, Patricia Diaz-Rodriguez, Manuel A. Gonzalez-Gomez, Pelayo Garcia-Acevedo, Lisandra de Castro-Alves, Yolanda Pineiro, Jose Rivas
Summary: Macrophages can exhibit different phenotypes depending on the microenvironment and the characteristics of magnetic iron oxide nanoparticles (MNPs). This study demonstrates that the concentration and morphology of MNPs can influence the polarization of macrophages. The findings have implications for therapeutics targeting tissue regeneration and tumor progression.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yu Fang, Cheng-Ye Zhu, Hao-Cheng Yang, Chao Zhang, Zhi-Kang Xu
Summary: This study demonstrates the advantages of vacuum-assisted interfacial polymerization (VAIP) in fabricating polyimide nanofiltration membranes. By using vacuum filtration, aqueous solutions of PIP can be evenly distributed on different microfiltration substrates, leading to the fabrication of uniform and ultra-thin polyamide layers with excellent performance. The membranes exhibit high rejection rates and water permeance, as well as satisfactory long-term stability.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Isaac J. Gresham, Edwin C. Johnson, Hayden Robertson, Joshua D. Willott, Grant B. Webber, Erica J. Wanless, Andrew R. J. Nelson, Stuart W. Prescott
Summary: Understanding the interactions between polymers and surfactants is crucial for optimizing commercial systems. This study tested the behavior of polymer-surfactant systems, revealing that they do not behave like polyelectrolytes in the presence of salt. Additionally, the structure of polymer-surfactant complexes under confinement differs from that of polyelectrolytes.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yunxiao Xie, Cui Liu, Jie Zhang, Yan Li, Bin Li, Shilin Liu
Summary: This study aimed to improve the microstructure and rheological properties of W/W Pickering emulsions by crosslinking sodium alginate at the water-water interface, thereby enhancing the activity of encapsulated probiotics in simulated gastrointestinal digestion.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Sang Ho Lee, Yige Sun, Patrick S. Grant
Summary: This research developed an effective approach to enhance the charging rates of lithium ion batteries (LIBs) by strategically incorporating carbon nanotube (CNT) conductivity boosters into Li4Ti5O12 (LTO) electrodes. Multi-layer architectures comprising CNT-rich and CNT-free LTO electrode layers were manufactured using a layer-by-layer spray coating method to promote charge transfer kinetics of high mass loading electrodes. The best performing multi-layer was paired with a spray-coated LiFePO4 (LFP) positive electrode, resulting in attractive power performance that outperformed conventional LTO || LFP combinations.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jingwei Liang, Shaobin Li, Fengbo Li, Li Zhang, Yufeng Jiang, Huiyuan Ma, Kun Cheng, Liang Qing
Summary: A molybdenum-regulated self-supporting electrode material with rich vacancy defects has been successfully synthesized and shows exceptional catalytic activities and stability for electrocatalytic overall water splitting. This study provides a new perspective for the design and synthesis of non-precious metal bifunctional electrocatalysts.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jonas Blahnik, Jennifer Schuster, Rainer Mueller, Eva Mueller, Werner Kunz
Summary: This study investigates the relationship between the morphology of PMMA monopolymers and PMMA-PHEMA copolymers with the expected nature of surfactant-free microemulsions (SFMEs) before polymerization. It is found that previously mesostructured, surfactant-free mixtures can produce porous polymers of different morphologies, while unstructured, oil-rich regions lead to solid, transparent polymers without nanostructured morphologies. Additionally, a surfactant-based reference system shows similar phase behavior and polymer morphologies as the comparable surfactant-free system, indicating the importance of the hydrotropic behavior of HEMA in this system.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zheng-Fen Pu, Wen-Zhi She, Rong Sheng Li, Qiu-Lin Wen, Bi-Chao Wu, Chun-Hua Li, Jian Ling, Qiue Cao
Summary: This study synthesized two framework-isomeric covalent organic frameworks (COFs) and discovered that the light scattering signal of COFs can be used for the analytical detection of lead ions. By controlling synthesis conditions and introducing regulators, the morphology of COFs could be controlled and framework-isomeric COFs could be precisely synthesized.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
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Chemistry, Physical
Yuchen Weng, Ying Hong, Jingyu Deng, Sicheng Cao, Li-Juan Fan
Summary: This paper reports the preparation of dynamic color-changing fluorescent polymer nanoparticles (PNPs) by constructing a fluorescence resonance energy transfer (FRET) pair. The PNPs show excellent anti-counterfeiting effects and reproducibility. The study demonstrates a promising encryption strategy that can achieve multiple outputs with simple operation.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Guodong Liu, Zijian Wang, Jianing Wang, Hanbin Liu, Zhijian Li
Summary: This study investigates the combination of multicolor switchable polyaniline (PANI) electrode and 1-methyl-4,4'-bipyridyl iodide (MBI), which demonstrates superior optical properties in visible and near-infrared light modulation, as well as excellent electrochemical performances. This combination can be used to develop novel electrochromic devices for applications in smart packaging, smart labels, and flexible smart windows.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Huying Yan, Yang Guo, Xingzhi Bai, Jiawei Qi, Haipeng Lu
Summary: By modifying Ti3C2Tx through heterogeneous interface engineering, optimized impedance matching is achieved, leading to enhanced electromagnetic wave absorption performance.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
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Chemistry, Physical
Kehu Zhang, Yang Zhou, Silvia Moreno, Simona Schwarz, Susanne Boye, Brigitte Voit, Dietmar Appelhans
Summary: This article presents an advanced crosslinking strategy to fabricate clustered polymersomes using host-guest interactions. By controlling the input of crosslinker and environmental conditions, reversible aggregation and disassembly of these polymersomes can be achieved. The size and structure of these clustered polymersomes can be regulated and visualized through a fluorescent enzymatic cascade reaction.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Junjie Xu, Weixiong Huang, Ruiling Li, Li Li, Jinjin Ma, Jiaou Qi, Haiyan Ma, Min Ruan, Lilin Lu
Summary: In this study, a potassium doped palladium catalyst was developed for acetylene hydrogenation, showing excellent catalytic performance and durability. The doping of potassium effectively weakened the adsorption of ethylene, improved ethylene selectivity, and lowered the barriers of hydrogen activation and transfer reactions.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
