Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Xingzhong Guo, Zixiao Li, Wei Lei, Ronghua Ding, Yun Zhang, Hui Yang
Summary: The study focused on the preparation of mesoporous methylsilsesquioxane aerogels using microwave heating technology. It was found that low-power microwave heating accelerates gelation transition, while high-power microwave heating allows for the preparation of aerogels with high specific surface area and thermal stability.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Elvira Mahu, Cristina Giorgiana Coromelci, Doina Lutic, Iuliean Vasile Asaftei, Liviu Sacarescu, Valeria Harabagiu, Maria Ignat
Summary: This study prepared a mesoporous titania structure using ultrasound-assisted sol-gel technique, which was found to increase the crystallinity of titania samples and affect their photocatalytic activity. The research also investigated the influence of surfactant/titania precursor weight ratio on the structural and textural properties of titania.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Raju Kumar Sharma, Gobinda Dey, Pritam Banerjee, Jyoti Prakash Maity, Chung-Ming Lu, Shau-Chun Wang, Yi-Hsun Huang, Pin-Yun Lin, Yung-Ping Chen, Chien-Yen Chen
Summary: This study investigated the synthesis of mesoporous silica nanoparticles using four different surfactants. The outcomes showed that Tween-80 and biosurfactant produced interesting results compared to CTAB and SDS-mediated silica nanoparticles.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Hae-Noo-Ree Jung, Haryeong Choi, Sang-Hyun Kim, Wook Ki Jung, Hyung-Ho Park
Summary: This study investigates the effect of surfactants (non-ionic, cationic, or anionic) on alumina aerogels. The findings show that the charge-charge interactions between surfactants and cationic inorganic species in the aluminum precursor influence the pore structure of the aerogels. Controlling the surfactant concentration allows for control over the pore structure of the aerogels.
JOURNAL OF NON-CRYSTALLINE SOLIDS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Laura A. Achola, Shubhashish Shubhashish, Zachary Tobin, Yue Su, Luisa F. Posada, Yanliu Dang, Jianhang Shi, Andrew G. Meguerdichian, Menka Jain, Steven L. Suib
Summary: Mesoporous transition metal ferrites with interconnected networks and high surface areas exhibit improved characteristics in catalytic applications, with NiFe2O4 showing high activity in the electrochemical oxygen evolution reaction.
CHEMISTRY OF MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
A. Bordoni, M. Lombardo, A. Wolosiuk
Summary: In this study, the use of microwave radiation as a postsynthesis treatment for expanding the pore size of non-calcined SiO2-based mesoporous materials was analyzed. Compared to traditional hydrothermal treatments, microwave irradiation significantly reduces the processing time and is compatible with various surfactant pore templates. This approach allows for easy postprocessing of non-calcined templated siliceous materials and customization of their final pore dimensions.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Mohd Faiz Mohd Yusoff, Noor Hayaty Abu Kasim, Wan Harun Himratul-Aznita, Syafiqah Saidin, Krishnamurithy Genasan, Tunku Kamarul, Zamri Radzi
Summary: This study synthesized silver-incorporated hydroxyapatite bioceramic material using a microwave-assisted wet precipitation method for the first time, demonstrating its convenience and cost-effectiveness. Physicochemical characterization, antibacterial activity, and biocompatibility of the Ag-HA composite were evaluated, showing promising results for biomedical applications.
MATERIALS CHARACTERIZATION
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Piaw Phatai, Narid Prachumrak, Sirilak Kamonwannasit, Agarat Kamcharoen, Wuttichai Roschat, Sunti Phewphong, Cybelle Morales Futalan, Pongtanawat Khemthong, Teera Butburee, Saran Youngjan, Jeremiah C. Millare, Orrasa Prasitnok
Summary: In this study, mesoporous Zn2+/Ag+ doped hydroxyapatite nanoparticles with high antibacterial activity were successfully synthesized. The material exhibited significant antibacterial properties against multiple bacteria, making it suitable for water purification applications.
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Selvaraj Ranjith Priyan, Govindan Suresh Kumar, Srinivasan Surendhiran, Mohd. Shkir
Summary: In this study, spherical silica nanoparticles with tunable particle size and mesoporous properties were synthesized using rice husk as a low-cost silica source and polyethylene glycol (PEG) via microwave-assisted sol-gel synthesis. The results showed that changing the PEG concentration produced silica nanoparticles with different sizes and unique pore sizes and distributions. This approach provides a facile and cost-effective method to prepare mesoporous silica nanoparticles with controllable nanoscale characteristics.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF APPLIED CERAMIC TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Selda Erkoc-Ilter
Summary: Zwitterionic hybrid cellulose acetate membranes were produced using a modified NIPS process with the addition of a zwitterionic compound. The membranes showed improved flux and antifouling performance. XPS, SEM, and TGA confirmed the successful incorporation of the zwitterionic compound into the membranes. The hybrid membranes exhibited increased permeate flux and maintained good salt rejection in filtration tests.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Sankara Rao Miditana, Siva Rao Tirukkovalluri, Imandi Manga Raju, Shaik Abdul Alim, Genji Jaishree, M. L. V. Prasanna Chippada
Summary: This study focused on synthesizing TiO2 nanomaterials doped with manganese and magnesium bimetal ions and assisted by gemini surfactant, resulting in mesoporous anatase TiO2 nanoparticles with a narrowed band gap, small particle size, and high surface area. Photocatalytic activity was assessed through the degradation of Methyl Red under visible light irradiation, indicating that OH radicals play a crucial role in the oxidative photocatalytic degradation of Methyl Red.
SUSTAINABLE ENVIRONMENT RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Armaghan Naderi, Genevieve Palardy
Summary: Polymeric biomaterials, such as PEEK and cellulose, have shown promise as scaffolds for bone tissue engineering. This study investigated the microstructure and mechanical behavior of HA-coated meshes, fabrics, and mats. The results demonstrated potential stability and improved mechanical properties for HA-coated cellulose mats and PEEK meshes, making them suitable for implant applications and bone regeneration.
JOURNAL OF INDUSTRIAL TEXTILES
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
L. M. Anovitz, A. Affolter, M. C. Cheshire, A. J. Rondinone, Lawrence F. Allard
Summary: Feldspars are common minerals in the Earth's crust and synthesizing them has been a challenge, requiring high pressures, high temperatures, and hydrothermal environments. This paper introduces a method for albite synthesis that does not require high-pressure environments, allowing for controlled elemental substitutions.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Leodoro P. dos Santos Filho, de F. P. Maria P. Nascimento, Liziane Marcal, Katia J. Ciuffi, Marcio L. A. e Silva, Eduardo J. Nassar, Lucas A. Rocha
Summary: The sol-gel process is an interesting strategy to obtain hybrid materials, with mesoporous silica showing large specific area and pore volume, and demonstrating efficient antimicrobial properties. Mesoporous silica matrixes prepared via the sol-gel process using surfactants and copolymers as structure-driving agents showed the most significant effects in the study.
JOURNAL OF SOL-GEL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Cuilian Wen, Nuonan Bai, Lijin Luo, Jianxia Ye, Xuan Zhan, Yinggan Zhang, Baisheng Sa
Summary: Silicate bioglass is essential in bone engineering for its bioactivity and osteogenic effects. The study synthesized hydroxyapatite-like bioactive glass based on the xSiO2-CaO-P2O5 system and investigated its structural evolution, apatite-forming ability, and cytotoxicity. Higher heat treatment temperature and lower SiO2 content increase crystallinity tendency and sample compactness, with 30Si sample showing remarkable mesoporous structures and high specific surface area, demonstrating excellent hydroxyapatite formation and no inhibitory effect on hPDLCs.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Milad Ashrafizadeh, Kiavash Hushmandi, Sepideh Mirzaei, Saied Bokaie, Ashkan Bigham, Pooyan Makvandi, Navid Rabiee, Vijay Kumar Thakur, Alan Prem Kumar, Esmaeel Sharifi, Rajender S. Varma, Amir Reza Aref, Marcin Wojnilowicz, Ali Zarrabi, Hassan Karimi-Maleh, Nicolas H. Voelcker, Ebrahim Mostafavi, Gorka Orive
Summary: Green chemistry has shown great promise in biomedical applications, particularly in cancer therapy. Chitosan-based nanoparticles (CS-NPs) serve as a promising carrier for anti-cancer drugs, overcoming drug resistance and enabling synergistic therapy. Various types of nanostructures can be modified with chitosan for efficient delivery of chemotherapeutic agents such as doxorubicin (DOX). The functionalization of CS-NPs with ligands and their pH-sensitive and redox-responsive characteristics further enhance their selectivity and drug release. Considering their high encapsulation efficiency and biocompatibility, significant progress is expected in the clinical translation of CS-NPs.
BIOENGINEERING & TRANSLATIONAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
P. R. Sivaranjani, Asad Syed, Abdallah M. Elgorban, Ali H. Bahkali, R. Balakrishnaraja, Rajender S. Varma, S. Sudheer Khan
Summary: The current study presents the design of a novel photocatalyst, which utilizes a heterojunction to capture a broad solar spectrum and effectively separate photogenerated charge carriers. A nano-heterojunction of a-Fe2O3 and b-La2S3 on cubic CoCr2O4 spinel was fabricated using ultrasonication-assisted co-precipitation method. Extensive characterization using various techniques confirmed the superior photodegradation performance of the CoCr2O4/a-Fe2O3/b-La2S3 (CFL) catalyst, achieving a 92.83% degradation of doxycycline (DOX) under visible light. The study also investigated the factors influencing the photodegradation process and proposed a possible photocatalytic mechanism of CFL for DOX degradation.
JOURNAL OF INDUSTRIAL AND ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Seyyed Emad Hooshmand, Sandeep Kumar, Indra Bahadur, Thishana Singh, Rajender S. Varma
Summary: Deep eutectic solvents (DESs) are environmentally friendly media with properties such as low cost, biodegradability, non-toxicity, recyclability, and ease of preparation. They consist of hydrogen bond donor and acceptor substituents and have a lower melting point than their components. DESs find applications in various fields of chemistry and play a dual role as green solvents, promoters, and catalysts in organic syntheses.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Romina Yousefi, Shadi Asgari, Ali Banitalebi Dehkordi, Ghodsi Mohammadi Ziarani, Alireza Badiei, Fatemeh Mohajer, Rajender S. Varma, Siavash Iravani
Summary: Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) have gained significant attention for their unique properties and applications in sensing toxic compounds. This article focuses on MOF-based fluorescence sensors for specific detection of hazardous compounds, particularly pesticides, in order to meet the continuous demands for monitoring environmental pollution. It discusses recent advances in MOF-based platforms for pesticide fluorescence detection, including the influence of guest incorporation in MOFs and the potential of novel MOF composites for fluorescence sensing. The article also highlights the mechanistic insights of specific detection techniques in food safety and environmental protection.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Energy & Fuels
Yu Li, Yingji Wu, Kouqi Liu, Seyed Ali Delbari, Aejung Kim, Abbas Sabahi Namini, Quyet Van Le, Mohammadreza Shokouhimehr, Changlei Xia, Ho Won Jang, Rajender S. Varma, Rafael Luque
Summary: The demand for sustainable and ecofriendly materials has increased in recent decades. Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) have attracted significant interest due to their unique chemical and physical properties. They have been utilized in various chemistries to convert biomass into biofuels and other valuable compounds. This review article discusses the conversion of glucose into 5-hydroxymethylfurfural (HMF) or levulinic acid, HMF into 2,5-furandicarboxylic acids, vanillin into 2-methoxy-4-methylphenol, and other transformations using MOF-based catalysts with improved green credentials. The article also examines the reusability aspect, reactivity of the catalysts with MOFs, benefits, and potential drawbacks, as well as future perspectives.
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Ghodsi Mohammadi Ziarani, Shadi Tahmasebi Ashtiani, Fatemeh Mohajer, Alireza Badiei, Rajender Varma
Summary: SBA-Pr-N-BFE is a chemosensor designed from mesoporous silica SBA-15, (3-aminopropyl)trimethoxysilane, and 1,2-bis(2-formylphenoxy)ethane (BFE), characterized and applied as a selective fluorescent chemosensor. Photoluminescence spectroscopy confirms its ability to selectively detect Fe3+ ions in H2O, with notable quenching in fluorescence intensity. The fluorescence studies establish a linear correlation between the fluorescence intensity of SBA-Pr-N-BFE and the concentration of Fe3+ ions, with a detection limit of 1.209 x 10-6 M.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Rohith K. Ramakrishnan, Sundaramoorthy Palanisamy, Nechikkottil S. Sumitha, Akshay Kumar K. Padinjareveetil, S. Sabarinath, Stanislaw Waclawek, Tamer Uyar, Miroslav Cernik, Rajender S. Varma, Jun Young Cheong, Vinod Vellora Thekkae Padil
Summary: With the advancement in technology, miniaturized electronic gadgets capable of high-speed functioning have emerged, especially in the era of 5G. However, the increasing demand for electronics and portable devices has led to the emergence of electromagnetic pollution as a critical issue affecting human health and the environment. To address this problem, sustainable materials that effectively shield electromagnetic radiation while offering high mechanical strength and recyclability are needed. This study introduces freestanding nanocomposite films comprising multiwalled carbon nanotubes with a tree gum/alginate conjugate, which provide an ultraflexible and recyclable platform for electromagnetic interference shielding.
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Yu Li, Yingji Wu, Seyed Ali Delbari, Aejung Kim, Abbas Sabahi Namini, Quyet Van Le, Changlei Xia, Rafael Luque, Ho Won Jang, Mohammadreza Shokouhimehr, Rajender S. Varma
Summary: The practical benefits of sustainable catalysts have led to an increased demand for extended carbon supported nanocatalysts. These nanocatalysts have high porosity and physiochemical stability, making them useful for converting biomass into valuable chemicals. Carbon nanostructures can be functionalized and adorned with metal nanoparticles to exhibit excellent catalytic activity and endurance. This article exemplifies the significance of using nanostructured carbon catalysts and discusses the benefits and limitations of these catalysts for biomass conversion.
MOLECULAR CATALYSIS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Ghodsi Mohammadi Ziarani, Mahdieh Khademi, Fatemeh Mohajer, Alireza Badiei, Rajender S. Varma
Summary: This paper reported the synthesis of 4'-amino-6'-methoxy-2-oxo-2H-spiro[acenaphthylene-1,2'-chromene]-3'carbonitrile compounds through a three-component reaction, and investigated their optical properties as a cyanide colorimetric sensor ion.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ghodsi Mohammadi Ziarani, Dorsa Ebrahimi, Fatemeh Mohajer, Rajender S. Varma, Siavash Iravani
Summary: Multicomponent reactions (MCRs) are important in organic synthesis for their ability to efficiently construct complex structures in a single step. Meldrum's acid stands out as a versatile starting material in MCRs, offering a wide range of molecular diversity. This comprehensive review explores the scope of Meldrum's acid in various MCRs, emphasizing its unique attributes and environmentally friendly applications. Rating: 8/10.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Kamel Eid, Ali A. Abdelhafiz, Safwat Abdel-Azeim, Rajender S. Varma, Mohamed F. Shibl
Summary: A scalable, facile, and environmentally benign strategy was developed for the fabrication of metal-free nitrogen-enriched graphitic-like porous carbon nanocapsules for efficient oxygen reduction reaction (ORR). The nitrogen-enriched nanocapsules exhibited comparable ORR activity to commercial Pt/C catalyst in both alkaline and acidic electrolytes, with superior durability and tolerance to methanol and CO poisonings. This approach may provide new opportunities for the rational design of green electrocatalysts for ORR.
Review
Materials Science, Biomaterials
Shikha Gulati, Akangkha Choudhury, Gauravya Mohan, Riya Katiyar, M. P. Mohammed Abaan Kurikkal, Sanjay Kumar, Rajender S. Varma
Summary: Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are multifunctional organometallic compounds that combine metal ions with various organic linkers. Due to their exceptional qualities, such as wide surface area, high porosity, biocompatibility, and non-toxicity, MOFs have gained widespread attention in medicine. They have been recognized as promising candidates for biosensing, molecular imaging, drug delivery, and enhanced cancer therapies. This review highlights the key attributes of MOFs in cancer research, emphasizing their structural and synthetic aspects, diagnostic and therapeutic features, as well as their performance and significance in modern therapeutic methods and synergistic theranostic strategies including biocompatibility.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY B
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Siavash Iravani, Rajender S. Varma
Summary: Nanotechnology can develop advanced and selective tactics and nanosystems for cancer therapy that have fewer side effects and improved targeting properties. Vault, viral, and virus-like nanoparticles have unique properties and structures that can be deployed for smart targeted cancer therapy. However, comprehensive clinical trials/studies are still required to ensure their biosafety and efficacy.
MATERIALS ADVANCES
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Siavash Iravani, Rajender S. Varma
Summary: Finding novel nanomaterial-based strategies to combat bacterial resistance is an important field of science. MXene-based composites have shown excellent antimicrobial potential due to their fascinating properties. However, details about the possible interactions between MXene-based nanosystems and bacterial cell membranes are scarce, and the mechanisms of photothermal antibacterial therapy and synergistic tactics still need to be uncovered.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ipsita Nath, Jeet Chakraborty, Reinaud Lips, Sander Dekyvere, Jiang Min, Rajender S. Varma, Francis Verpoort
Summary: High-performing metal-free pH-universal HER catalysts are smarter options for producing carbon-free green fuels via water electrolysis. In this study, an indigo-based organic conjugated porous polymer with surface-decorated hydrogen bonding sites was developed, which exhibited promising electrochemical HER activity in acidic, alkaline, and neutral media. The material showed comparable performance to contemporary metal-free carbonaceous electrocatalysts and state-of-the-art metal-based catalytic systems, with an overpotential of only 28 mV at 10 mA cm(-2) current density under appropriate conditions.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Deyong Zheng, Huihui Jin, Yucong Liao, Pengxia Ji
Summary: In this study, a highly stable and efficient catalyst, fluorine-doped Co3O4 (F-Co3O4), was developed for hydrogen production by water electrolysis. The F-Co3O4 catalyst exhibited a remarkable reduction in overpotential and demonstrated excellent stability for over 100 hours.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Ziwen Lv, Jintao Wang, Fengyi Wang, Jianqiang Wang, Fuquan Li, Hongtao Chen
Summary: Adding Cu6Sn5 nano particles can effectively inhibit the overgrowth of intermetallic compounds at the interfaces of solder joints in electronic devices, providing a solution to this issue. A new growth mechanism of intermetallic compounds at the interfaces was identified.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jun Wang, Jiawei Chen, Wanru Liao, Fangyang Liu, Min Liu, Liangxing Jiang
Summary: A BiOI/AgI/Ag plasmonic heterostructure photocathode was successfully designed through electrodeposition, ion-exchange, and illumination methods. This photocathode exhibits superior performance in photoelectrochemical water splitting.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xiaoxiao Liu, Xianxian Zhou, Xiaotao Ma, Qinbo Yuan, Shibin Liu
Summary: In this study, the authors propose a method to accelerate the reaction of polysulfides in lithium-sulfur batteries using a Ni@OC Mott-Schottky heterojunction as a catalyst. The experimental results demonstrate that the charge redistribution at the Ni@OC interface accelerates electron transfer and enhances catalytic activity, leading to improved reaction kinetics and battery performance.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Dayou Ma, Mohammad Rezasefat, Joziel Aparecido da Cruz, Sandro Campos Amico, Marco Giglio, Andrea Manes
Summary: The matrix has a significant effect on the impact resistance of composite materials. Replacing a brittle polymer with a more flexible one can improve impact resistance, but it poses challenges to standard testing methods. This study designs a new fixture for testing the low-velocity impact of soft composites and investigates the effect of the fixture on the mechanical performance.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Lingchang Wang, Qihang Yang, Huzhen Li, Ming Wei, Qian Wang, Zhenzhong Hu, Mengmeng Zhen
Summary: Bronze titanium dioxide (TiO2(B)) is a promising anode material for lithium-ion batteries due to its high specific capacity. However, its practical applications are hindered by poor conductivity and limited electrochemical kinetics. In this study, TiO2(B)-carbon nanosheets heterostructures are synthesized to enhance the cycling performance and rate capability of TiO2(B).
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Atul Thakur, Ritesh Verma, Ankush Chauhan, Fayu Wan, Preeti Thakur
Summary: In this study, BaFe12O19 and BaFe12O19: Epoxy (50:50) nanocomposites were synthesized using the co-precipitation method. The structural information and material properties, such as crystallite size and electrical conductivity, were characterized by XRD, FESEM, EDX, and TEM techniques.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jingyu Wu, Xinyan Ma, Yong Yang
Summary: A well-defined CoS2@NC(CS-500) hierarchical binder-free catalyst cathode is constructed through in-situ grown of ZIF-67 on carbon cloth and high-temperature carbonization. The cathode shows excellent reaction kinetics and electrochemical performance, providing inspiration for developing advanced Li-CO2 battery catalysts.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Svetlana M. Posokhova, Vladimir A. Morozov, Kirill N. Boldyrev, Dina Deyneko, Erzhena T. Pavlova, Bogdan I. Lazoryak
Summary: This study explores the impact of synthesis method and composition on the structure and luminescence properties of K5Eu1-xHox(MoO4)4 with the palmierite-type matrix. The co-doping of Eu3+ and Ho3+ ions plays a critical role in manipulating charge transfer and luminescence efficiency in the visible and infrared regions.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jian Wang, Yeting Tao, Jingsheng Wang, Youtian Tao
Summary: A new electron-transport material iTPyBI-CN is developed through non-catalytic C-N coupling reaction. It exhibits better electroluminescence efficiency in organic light-emitting diodes compared to the commercial material TPBI, due to its twisted geometry and higher energy levels.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Tao Zhu, Feng Huang, Shuo Li, Yang Zhou
Summary: This article combines XRD analysis and microscopic structural observation to investigate the changes in limestone after high-temperature treatment. It finds that 500 degrees C is the critical temperature for crystalline and spatial arrangement changes in limestone, and the thermal conductivity, specific heat capacity, and heat storage coefficient gradually decrease after thermal treatment.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Muhammad Haekal Habibie, Fransiska Sri Herwahyu Krismastuti, Abdi Wira Septama, Faiza Maryani, Vivi Fauzia
Summary: This study focuses on the synthesis of zinc oxide nanostructure from zinc recovered from galvanization ash and highlights its potential as a sustainable source of zinc and as an antibacterial agent.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jingyi Li, Yixin Xing, Wei Gu, Shousi Lu
Summary: In this study, PC@CaP microparticles were fabricated using biomimetic mineralization. The results showed that under environmental stress, PC@CaP exhibited improved stability and antioxidative activity, indicating its potential use in high-added value fields.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yan Liu, Shunyou Chen
Summary: In this study, TNTs were used as a drug carrier and modified with ZIF-8 and silk fibroin to obtain a new drug loading platform. The results showed that this drug-loaded platform had a good drug release effect in vitro and could promote cell proliferation and osteogenic differentiation.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Chunhui Zhu, Wentao Wang, Qing Zhen, Xinning Huang, Shixin Li, Shaochang Wang, Xiaoping Ma, Xiaoxia Liu, Yalong Jiao, Kai Sun, Zhuangzhi Li, Huaixin Yang, Jianqi Li
Summary: A type of stacking fault is revealed in e-InSe crystal, which is associated with a small stacking-fault energy and shows exceptional plasticity.