Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Lei Bian, Jie Ma, Jiebing Ai, Yan Wang, Naiyu Wang, Guangsheng Guo, Xiayan Wang, Qiaosheng Pu
Summary: This study demonstrates the successful use of NaCl as a molecular template for the synthesis of flat organic molecules. The synthesis method is simple, low-cost, and efficient. The results show that NaCl crystal can serve as a mold in combination with HCl, resulting in high yields of the desired products. Computer simulation deduced the mechanism and confirmed the enhanced fluorescence properties of the product in water, making it a potential fluorescent probe. Additionally, a full-color material with adjustable fluorescence color was prepared.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Longqin Wu, Kunlin Cheng, Yu-Sheng Lin
Summary: This study presents and compares two kinds of nanostructured metasurfaces for ultrahigh color purity and selectivity in the visible wavelength range. The nanostructured metasurfaces exhibit narrow bandwidths and high reflection intensity, making them suitable for high-saturation display and chemical sensing applications.
RESULTS IN PHYSICS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Antonio Minopoli, Adriano Acunzo, Bartolomeo Della Ventura, Raffaele Velotta
Summary: Biosensor-based methods offer a promising approach for affordable and rapid biochemical analyses, but face challenges such as fabrication complexity and poor sensitivities. Research on plasmonic nanostructures shows potential in sensing field, with performances resulting from plasmon-related effects and adaptability to various applications.
ADVANCED MATERIALS INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jean-Francois Bryche, Marlo Vega, Agnes Tempez, Thibault Brule, Thomas Carlier, Julien Moreau, Marc Chaigneau, Paul G. Charette, Michael Canva
Summary: This work demonstrates the enhancement in plasmonic sensing efficacy by spatially-localized functionalization on nanostructured surfaces, where probe molecules are concentrated in areas of high field concentration. SERS measurements on nanostructured surfaces with homogeneous and spatially-localized functionalization with thiophenol show that the Raman signal mainly originates from high field concentration areas. TERS measurements with 10 nm spatial resolution confirm the predicted field distribution profiles.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Qinrui Fu, Zhi Li, Fengfu Fu, Xiaoyuan Chen, Jibin Song, Huanghao Yang
Summary: This review provides an overview of the use of plasmonic nanoparticle assemblies functionalized with responsive molecules in biomedical applications and discusses future challenges regarding assembly/disassembly strategies and applications.
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Sheng Zhang, Chen Liu, Gangqiang Zhang, Yuting Chen, Fangfang Shang, Qingchao Xia, Wei Yang
Summary: Due to the extremely high area-to-thickness ratio, nanosheets have become a rising research field with unique physical and electrochemical properties, showing immense potential for high-performance sensors.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yue-Jiao Zhang, Petar M. Radjenovic, Xiao-Shun Zhou, Hua Zhang, Jian-Lin Yao, Jian-Feng Li
Summary: Plasmonic core-shell nanostructures have highly tunable optical properties, and when excited by an incident laser, generate strong and highly localized electromagnetic fields that significantly enhance excitation and/or radiation processes to amplify signals and improve spectroscopic sensitivity.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Rui Feng, Hao Wang, Yongyin Cao, Yanxia Zhang, Ray J. H. Ng, You Sin Tan, Fangkui Sun, Cheng-Wei Qiu, Joel K. W. Yang, Weiqiang Ding
Summary: The study demonstrated an all-optical continuously tunable plasmonic pixel scheme through a modular design approach to achieve polarization-controlled full color tuning.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zhaojue Lan, Furong Zhu
Summary: A novel electrically switchable color-selective organic photodetector has been developed for full-color imaging, featuring high responsivity, large linear dynamic range, broad viewing angle, and high cutoff frequency. The results demonstrate a practical solution for high-resolution full-color imaging applications.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Eric Y. Li, Elluz Pacheco, Andrew F. Zhou, Peter X. Feng
Summary: This study reports the fabrication of multifunctional nanostructured diamond composites using chemical vapor deposition techniques. Four sensor prototypes were designed and tested based on different grain sizes of diamond materials. The experimental results showed that the UNCD composite exhibited good sensitivity to gases and high photocurrent response to deep UV illumination. The UNCD prototypes displayed a good balance in performance for multifunctional sensor applications in terms of responsivity, stability, and repeatability.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yihong Hu, Bao Yue Zhang, Farjana Haque, Guanghui Ren, Jian Zhen Ou
Summary: Metal oxides modified with dopants and defects are a novel class of materials that can support localized surface plasmon resonance across a wide range of optical wavelengths. Compared to conventional noble metal-based plasmonic materials, plasmonic metal oxides offer cost efficiency, flexible plasmonic properties, and improved biocompatibility. This review provides a detailed explanation of the origin of plasmonics in dopant/defect-enabled metal oxides and the progress of dopant incorporation and defect generation in metal oxide hosts. It also summarizes the use of plasmonic metal oxides in biological applications, highlighting the unique functionalities induced by dopant/defect-driven plasmonics. This review offers valuable guidance for the development of next-generation plasmonic devices for human health monitoring, diagnosis, and therapy.
MATERIALS HORIZONS
(2022)
Editorial Material
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Harsha Reddy, Vladimir M. Shalaev
Summary: Research on the generation of nonequilibrium hot-carriers from the decay of surface plasmons has attracted intense attention in the past decade, showing great potential for both fundamental research and practical applications. Utilizing plasmon-assisted hot-carrier processes has important applications in areas such as photodetection, photovoltaics, and photocatalysis.
OPTICAL MATERIALS EXPRESS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Run Wang, Hengyang Xiang, Siyuan Tu, Yan Li, Yihui Zhou, Haibo Zeng
Summary: Micro/mini displays play a significant role in the modern information society and have promising applications. In this study, passive-matrix and active-matrix mini-quantum dot light-emitting diodes (PM/AM-m-QLEDs) based on heavy-metal-free blue ZnTeSe/ZnS QDs were successfully fabricated using a full solution process. The m-QLEDs achieved high pixels per inch (PPI) suitable for televisions, computers, and mobile phones, and patterned display applications on both flexible and solid substrates. The low-cost advantage of solution-processed QDs could pave the way for low-cost displays.
Article
Materials Science, Coatings & Films
Clementine Belaud, Vittorio Vercillo, Maximilian Kolb, Elmar Bonaccurso
Summary: Research indicates that properly anodized superhydrophobic surfaces can effectively reduce ice adhesion on aircraft aerodynamic surfaces. Anodization in oxalic acid shows better icephobic properties compared to anodization in sulphuric acid due to a larger air-to-solid surface ratio.
SURFACE & COATINGS TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Lansheng Zhang, Paul C. Uzoma, Xiaoyang Chu, Oleksiy V. Penkov, Huan Hu
Summary: A scalable and cost-effective fabrication approach for constructing bio-inspired micro/nanostructured surfaces is reported. The method involves silicon microstructure etching, nanowires deposition, and fluorocarbon thin film deposition, resulting in hierarchical micro/nanostructured surfaces with excellent anti-icing properties and promising applications.
FRONTIERS IN BIOENGINEERING AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Jinzhi Wang, Shaojie Sun, Xue Li, Guoxia Fei, Zhanhua Wang, Hesheng Xia
Summary: CNTs wrapped PDMS-CANs nanocomposites prepared by SLS three-dimensional printing exhibit high electrical conductivity and low percolation threshold, with self-healing capability and crack diagnosing function, making them suitable for strain sensors.
3D PRINTING AND ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yifan Cai, Yu Cheng, Zhanhua Wang, Guoxia Fei, Marino Lavorgna, Hesheng Xia
Summary: Cobalt@graphene aerogel microspheres (GCoAMs) with tunable porous structures were fabricated by using a spraying and crosslinking coagulation method. The GCoAMs exhibit strong and wide broadband microwave absorption due to their hierarchical porous structures and graphene/metal Co hybrid composition. This work provides a novel, low-cost, and easily scalable method for preparing lightweight and efficient microwave absorbers, which could be used in microwave telecommunication fields.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Nianzuo Yu, Feiran Zhang, Xiaoduo Tang, Yongshun Liu, Junhu Zhang, Bai Yang, Quan Wang
Summary: A microfluidic spotting-screening platform (MSSP) has been developed for controlling the effect of extracellular matrix on cell development. The MSSP can precisely control the behavior of mesenchymal stem cells, such as adhesion and differentiation, and provides a feasible and high-throughput platform for hydrogel-microarray-based materials.
ACTA BIOMATERIALIA
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yajun Wang, Jingjie Nan, Huilong Ma, Jiajun Xu, Feifei Guo, Yufeng Wang, Yongye Liang, Junhu Zhang, Shoujun Zhu
Summary: A modular theranostic system combining NIR-II FGS and a sandwiched plasmonic chip (SPC) was developed for intraoperative detection and resection of tumor cells in lymph nodes with high sensitivity and selectivity. The system achieved accurate diagnosis and improved efficiency of cancer therapy.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Xiaoduo Tang, Jingyan Ren, Xin Wei, Tao Wang, Haiqiu Li, Yihan Sun, Yang Liu, Mingli Chi, Shoujun Zhu, Laijin Lu, Junhu Zhang, Bai Yang
Summary: The authors have developed a hydrogel patch that releases carbon monoxide and nitric oxide gases on demand, which can provide timely blood supply for skin flap transplantation during surgery, reducing the incidence of flap necrosis and long-term functional loss.
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xi Yang, Yindong Wang, Xiaokang Zhang, Zhiwen Jian, Xili Lu, Zhanhua Wang, Hesheng Xia
Summary: In this study, acylsemicarbazide (ASC) moieties are introduced into a network to obtain a dynamic reversible cross-linked thermoset epoxy resin. The optimized epoxy resin shows excellent reprocessing performance and can be used to prepare carbon fiber reinforced polymer composites. The study provides a solution for recycling carbon fiber composites in line with a circular economy.
ACS APPLIED POLYMER MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xingchen Cui, Zhezhi Liu, Bing Zhang, Xiaoduo Tang, Fuqiang Fan, Yu Fu, Junhu Zhang, Tieqiang Wang, Fanbao Meng
Summary: Actuators based on hydrogels are promising for biomimetic soft robots. However, their actuation process lacks perceptual capacity. This study proposes a fast photo-thermal responsive and self-sensory soft actuator based on a sponge-like hydrogel, demonstrating ultrafast response and self-sensing capabilities. Inspired by neuromuscular systems, a smart self-adaptive actuator is designed, enabling active perception and shape transformation. This sensory actuating hydrogel contributes to the development of artificial intelligent soft robotics with higher autonomy and complexity.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Xiaokang Zhang, Shunbing Cai, Zhiwen Jian, Xi Yang, Yindong Wang, Zhanhua Wang, Xili Lu, Hesheng Xia
Summary: This study developed a novel epoxy resin containing dynamic covalent bonds, which can degrade in benzyl alcohol at 190 degrees Celsius under the catalysis of aluminum chloride. The optimized epoxy resin showed good mechanical properties. Carbon fiber-reinforced composites fabricated using this resin exhibited excellent mechanical properties and allowed for nondestructive recovery of carbon fibers.
INDUSTRIAL & ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yindong Wang, Wenbo Ma, Zhiwen Jian, Xiaokang Zhang, Xi Yang, Xili Lu, Zhanhua Wang, Hesheng Xia
Summary: Upcycling of plastic wastes generated from multiple reprocessing of polyacylsemicarbazide is achieved by adding epoxy monomers and amine curing reagents followed by thermal treatment, which not only reduces environmental pollution but also contributes to the circular economy.
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Feiran Zhang, Jiajun Xu, Ying Yue, Yajun Wang, Jianing Sun, Dong Song, Chengbin Zhang, Limei Qu, Shoujun Zhu, Junhu Zhang, Bai Yang
Summary: This study introduces a three-dimensional histological electrophoresis system, which can rapidly label and separate proteins within tissue sections during surgical excision of tumors, providing a more precise and automated pathological diagnosis for assessing tumor-positive margins.
Article
Polymer Science
Changjiang Yu, Zhanhua Wang, Guoxia Fei, Xi Zhang, Martina Salzano de Luna, Marino Lavorgna, Hesheng Xia
Summary: By rational tuning of the chemistry of waterborne polyurethanes, robust mechanical performances and excellent self-healing ability can be achieved. An anionic self-healing waterborne polyurethane was synthesized using acetone process, with 2,2-bis(hydroxymethyl)propionic acid (DMPA) as inner emulsifier, thermally dynamic Diels-Alder bonds as healing motifs, and hexamethylene diisocyanate trimer as crosslinker. Increasing DMPA concentration allows for tuning of the mechanical performance, with films containing 5.6 wt% DMPA exhibiting a tensile stress of 24.9 MPa and elongation at break of 911.9%. The presence of dynamic reversible Diels-Alder bonds ensures excellent self-repairing capability.
JOURNAL OF POLYMER SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jingjie Nan, Yuan Chen, Weihong Sun, Ying Yue, Yuanyuan Che, Hongli Shan, Wei Xu, Bin Liu, Shoujun Zhu, Junhu Zhang, Bai Yang
Summary: This study developed a novel label-free and naked-eye readable microarray technique for quick antibody analysis. The technique is fast, accurate, and flexible, allowing for large-scale SARS-CoV-2 antibody detection and analysis of antibodies against multiple virus variants.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Yihan Sun, Manxuan Liu, Xiaoduo Tang, Yanmin Zhou, Junhu Zhang, Bai Yang
Summary: Probiotic therapy in infected wound healing is hindered by low viability and colonization efficiency. In this study, a culture-delivery live probiotics hydrogel dressing was developed to maintain the activity of probiotics and limit leakage, resulting in sustainable antimicrobial effects.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zhiwen Jian, Yindong Wang, Xiaokang Zhang, Xi Yang, Zhanhua Wang, Xili Lu, Hesheng Xia
Summary: This article introduces a novel dynamic polyacylsemicarbazide (PASC) material with supramolecular multiple hydrogen bonding between polymer chains, which achieves high strength, high modulus, and high Tg resin matrix. The material demonstrates excellent reprocessing properties, solvent recycling ability, and water resistance. The carbon fiber reinforced polymer composite prepared using this matrix resin exhibits optimized mechanical properties and healing efficiency.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2023)
Review
Polymer Science
Jialiang Lai, Xijin Xing, Zhanhua Wang, Huanzhi Feng, Hesheng Xia
Summary: Polymer materials with covalent adaptive networks (CANs) structures synthesized via dynamic isocyanate chemistry have made significant progress in the development of smart polyurethane and polyurea materials. This review provides an overview of recent advancements in this field, including the classification and mechanism of dynamic isocyanate chemistry, characterization methods, and novel smart polymer materials with 5R properties.