Article
Environmental Sciences
Berna Erim, Zeynep Cigeroglu, Selin Sahin, Yasser Vasseghian
Summary: In this study, a SWCNT/ZnO/Fe3O4 heterojunction composite was prepared to enhance the degradation of beta-lactam drugs. The study investigated the effects of various factors on the degradation process and used advanced analytical techniques to explain the structure of the photocatalyst. The results showed that pH was the most influential parameter for the degradation of the drug, and the optimal conditions achieved a degradation efficiency of 94.19%.
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Zaid H. Jabbar, Shahlaa Esmail Ebrahim, Saad H. Ammar
Summary: In this study, reusable magnetic heterogeneous nanocomposites (SiO2/Fe3O4/Ag2WO4) were synthesized and applied as photocatalysts for visible-light responsive photocatalytic disinfection of E. coli. The synthesized materials were characterized using various techniques, and the SiO2/Fe3O4/Ag2WO4 photocatalyst showed improved antibacterial activity compared to other materials. Kinetics studies confirmed the higher disinfection rate of SiO2/Fe3O4/Ag2WO4, and the important roles of (OH)-O-center dot and H2O2 in the photocatalytic disinfection activity were demonstrated. Stability and reusability studies confirmed the good stability and easy magnetic separation of SiO2/Fe3O4/Ag2WO4.
MATERIALS SCIENCE IN SEMICONDUCTOR PROCESSING
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Lina Wang, Peiyi Yan, Huairui Chen, Zhuo Li, Shu Jin, Xiaoxiang Xu, Jun Qian
Summary: The narrow bandgap semiconductor MgIn2S4 has been grown onto In2O3 nanofibers using an in situ growing method. The resulting MgIn2S4-In2O3 hybrid nanofibers exhibit strong visible light absorption and intimate MgIn2S4/In2O3 heterointerfaces, leading to highly efficient photocatalytic disinfection of Escherichia coli.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Pengyu Guo, Xiaoyan Liu, Peng Zhang, Deguang Zhang, Wenbo Liu, Haixu Gao, Maosheng Zhang, Haijiao Xie, Runwei Wang, Zongtao Zhang, Shilun Qiu
Summary: Heterojunction engineering can enhance photocatalytic performance by promoting efficient carrier separation and transfer. In this work, popcorn-like ZnCdS-MoS2@Co3O4 nanospheres with large specific surface areas and hierarchical tandem heterojunctions were synthesized and showed a 50-fold increase in visible-light-driven hydrogen evolution efficiency, achieving 18.73 mmol.h(-1).g(-1) and maintaining stability after a 20-hour cycle test. The incorporation of dual-internal electric fields facilitates bi-directional charge separation and rapid transfer, improving the photocatalytic performance through a synergistic effect involving hierarchical tandem heterojunctions.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Somayeh Ostovar, Gholamreza Moussavi, Samira Mohammadi, Maria Luisa Marin, Francisco Bosca, Ander Diego-Lopez, Stefanos Giannakis
Summary: In this study, a Ti-doped alumina xerogel (TAX) was synthesized from Al powder, showing mesoporous nanomaterial with high specific surface area and efficient bandgap energy. The TAX exhibited high photocatalytic performance for water treatment, degrading almost 97% of Remdesivir (RDV) within 30 minutes. The application potential of TAX was further demonstrated through its notable performance in E. coli inactivation and consecutive reused cycles.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Licheng Sang, Weiyi Yang, Shuang Gao, Suhua Li, Jian Ku Shang, Qi Li
Summary: This study discovered a new type of organic semiconductor-based photocatalyst, polyacrylonitrile (PAN), which has good light absorption and appropriate electronic band structure to degrade organic pollutants and disinfect bacteria under simulated solar illumination. The PAN photocatalyst shows good stability, reusability, and suitability for practical application in real water matrix, especially as wearable products with self-disinfection property.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Automation & Control Systems
Chao-Hwa Liu, Cheng-Yu Huang, Po-Ching Lee, Guan-Chen Chen, Zheng-Rong Yang, Ching-Bin Lin
Summary: The innovative 3D printing procedure developed an AgCl/Ag-0 photocatalytic module through selective laser melting, which effectively degraded azo dye and sterilized E. coli. The optimal laser power and scanning speed for constructing the module were determined to be 26 W and 385 mm/s. The degradation kinetics of both azo dye and E. coli were first-order reactions, and the photocatalytic module exhibited durability and reliability even after multiple cycles of use.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ADVANCED MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Seyedeh Fatemeh Hashemi, Samad Sabbaghi, Rahmatallah Saboori, Bahman Zarenezhad
Summary: This study explores the photocatalytic degradation of ammonia in an aqueous solution using titania nanoparticles. It is found that titania nanoparticles exhibit high photocatalytic activity under optimal conditions. The study also reveals that pH is the most influential factor in the photocatalytic degradation process.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Kai Wu, Liang Mao, Xiuquan Gu, Xiaoyan Cai, Yulong Zhao
Summary: In this study, a hierarchical NiS@ZIS heterostructure was developed for photocatalytic water splitting to produce hydrogen. The NiS@ZIS exhibited strong optical absorption and high specific surface area in the visible region, and achieved efficient hydrogen production under visible light.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Mayandi Jeyaraj, Raji Atchudan, Sakthivel Pitchaimuthu, Thomas Nesakumar Jebakumar Immanuel Edison, Palanichamy Sennu
Summary: In this study, CeO2/ZnO nanocomposite was successfully synthesized and characterized using various analytical methods. The material showed a small band gap energy and good photocatalytic performance, demonstrating high efficiency in degrading dyes.
PROCESS SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xin Liu, Ya Zhang, Shigenori Matsushima, Takeharu Sugiyama, Hajime Hojo, Hisahiro Einaga
Summary: Cu-doped ZnS catalysts show high activity in hydrogen production from water under visible-light irradiation, with the highest activity observed at 7% Cu doping.
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Lianyang Zhang, Yue Meng, Tiantian Dai, Yiyang Yao, Hui Shen, Bo Xie, Zheming Ni, Shengjie Xia
Summary: The construction of a BiVO4@LDHs Z-scheme heterojunction, with BiVO4 as the core and LDHs as the shell, enables efficient photocatalytic degradation of norfloxacin. The optimized conditions achieved a removal rate of 90.3%. The core-shell structure enhances the specific surface area, improves the band structure alignment, and produces enough radicals for efficient degradation.
APPLIED CLAY SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Mohammad Amin Arayesh, Ali Hossein Kianfar, Gholamhossein Mohammadnezhad
Summary: In this study, a novel magnetic photocatalyst, Fe3O4/ZrO2/ZnO nanoparticle, was successfully synthesized and demonstrated high efficiency in degrading nitrophenols and exhibiting antimicrobial activity. The nanoparticle achieved a degradation rate of 90% for para-nitrophenol under solar light irradiation and showed significant antibacterial activity against E. coli and S. aureus. Moreover, it exhibited good reusability and high antibacterial activity at low dosages.
JOURNAL OF THE TAIWAN INSTITUTE OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERS
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Mokgaotsa Jonas Mochane, Mary Tholwana Motloung, Teboho Clement Mokhena, Tladi Gideon Mofokeng
Summary: Only about 3% of global fresh water is available for utilization, and the majority of water contains pollutants. It is necessary to develop alternative wastewater treatment methods for complete pollutant removal. Photocatalysis using solar light is a viable method, but commonly used photocatalysts have drawbacks. Immobilizing nanoparticles in polymer matrices provides a solution.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Pengxiang Qiu, Jiawei Zhu, Chenxi Zhang, Tao Liu, Hao Fang, Lidong Shen, Shuai Zhang
Summary: A novel silver-doped boron (AgB) photocatalyst with superior photocatalytic disinfection activity was synthesized and implemented in the disinfection of antibiotic-resistant bacteria (ARB). The doped silver acts as an electron mediator, facilitating rapid electron transfer and effective separation efficiency of electron-hole pairs, resulting in efficient and stable disinfection. The tight bonding between silver and boron reduces the dissolution of silver ions and improves catalytic stability.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Biophysics
Min-hui Zhao, Lin Cui, Bing Sun, Quanbo Wang, Chun-yang Zhang
BIOSENSORS & BIOELECTRONICS
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xinle Li, Hongxia Wang, Hao Chen, Qi Zheng, Qiubo Zhang, Haiyan Mao, Yawei Liu, Songliang Cai, Bing Sun, Chaochao Dun, Madeleine P. Gordon, Haimei Zheng, Jeffrey A. Reimer, Jeffrey J. Urban, Jim Ciston, Tianwei Tan, Emory M. Chan, Jian Zhang, Yi Liu
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Songliang Cai, Bing Sun, Xinle Li, Yilun Yan, Amparo Navarro, Andres Garzon-Ruiz, Haiyan Mao, Ruchira Chatterjee, Junko Yano, Chenhui Zhu, Jeffrey A. Reimer, Shengrun Zheng, Jun Fan, Weiguang Zhang, Yi Liu
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2020)
Correction
Biophysics
Min-hui Zhao, Lin Cui, Bing Sun, Quanbo Wang, Chun-yang Zhang
BIOSENSORS & BIOELECTRONICS
(2020)
Correction
Biophysics
Bing Sun, Jing Dong, Lin Cui, Tiantian Feng, Jiujuan Zhu, Xuanhe Liu, Shiyun Ai
BIOSENSORS & BIOELECTRONICS
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xindong Wang, Xinyu Wang, Bo Qu, Nuernisha Alifu, Ji Qi, Ruiyuan Liu, Qinrui Fu, Ruifang Shen, Qi Xia, Lijun Wu, Bing Sun, Jibin Song, Youping Lin, Xin Huang, Anjun Qin, Jun Qian, Ben Zhong Tang, Guanying Chen
Summary: This study introduces a class of biocompatible dye-protein optical nanoprobes with long-term photostability, superbrightness, and enriched functional groups, capable of producing stable and bright fluorescence for various applications in biological imaging.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Tiantian Feng, Daniel Streater, Bing Sun, Korlan Duisenova, Dong Wang, Yi Liu, Jier Huang, Jian Zhang
Summary: In this study, the photophysical properties of three highly crystalline imine-linked 2D COFs were systematically investigated using experimental and computational methods. It was found that the different electron affinities in the materials can influence the excited state, charge transfer direction, and lifetime, thus affecting the performance of the materials. One of the materials exhibited a greater degree of delocalization, resulting in a long-lived charge-separated state.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY LETTERS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Chongqing Yang, Kaiyue Jiang, Qi Zheng, Xinle Li, Haiyan Mao, Wenkai Zhong, Cheng Chen, Bing Sun, Haimei Zheng, Xiaodong Zhuang, Jeffrey A. Reimer, Yi Liu, Jian Zhang
Summary: This study reports the synthesis of COFs with efficient charge transport and chemical stability, as well as the growth of thin films on various substrates. The thin films exhibit excellent semiconducting properties and significant increases in conductivity. Additionally, density functional theory calculations reveal the anisotropic nature of carrier transport in the framework.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Tianyou Chen, Yufei Wang, Saiyu Zhang, Zhen Gao, Dajun Zhao, Jing Wu, Kun Shen, Bing Sun
Summary: In this study, a novel photoactive material, Ti3C2Tx/AgI heterojunction material (HM), was synthesized for cathodic photoelectrochemical (PEC) sensing. The Ti3C2Tx/AgI HM exhibited enhanced electron-hole separation and charge transport, leading to excellent PEC performance. A cathodic PEC sensor was developed for glutathione (GSH) detection, showing high selectivity and stability.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Tiantian Feng, Qing Hao, Bing Sun, Dong Wang
Summary: Metal-covalent organic frameworks (MCOFs) with regular structures, adjustable pore channels, designable structures, and abundant tunable metal-catalytic active sites are promising candidates for advanced single-atom enzymes.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY C
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Tiantian Feng, Bing Sun, Qing Hao, Jing Li, Ying Xu, Hong Shang, Dong Wang
Summary: Highly crystalline Fe-COFs were successfully constructed using a subcomponent assembly strategy. The spectral results confirm the coordination of Fe(ii) ions with the nitrogen atoms of the iminopyridine linkages.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Yu Gu, Chunhua Li, Yingbin Wang, Wenxin Lu, Hong Shang, Bing Sun
Summary: Precisely constructing lithiophilic active sites on the anode surface is an effective strategy for suppressing the dendrite growth of lithium in Li-metal batteries. In this study, a phthalocyanine polymer with lithiophilic active sites was designed and applied on the copper foil surface, successfully inhibiting the dendrite growth through homogeneous nucleation and deposition processes. The phthalocyanine polymer exhibited reduced overpotential, high coulombic efficiency, and prolonged lifespan.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Chunhua Li, Yu Gu, Yingbin Wang, Bing Sun, Hong Shang
Summary: This study demonstrates the preparation of a lithiophilic two-dimensional porous conjugated porphyrin polymer on copper foil for achieving uniform lithium deposition, leading to improved performance of high-energy density lithium metal batteries. By designing precise lithiophilic sites, it is possible to decrease nucleation overpotential, suppress dendritic growth, and enhance electrochemical performance of the electrode.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Xinle Li, Chongqing Yang, Bing Sun, Songliang Cai, Ziman Chen, Yongqin Lv, Jian Zhang, Yi Liu
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2020)
Correction
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lin Cui, Meng Wang, Bing Sun, Shiyun Ai, Shaocong Wang, Chun-yang Zhang
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zihan Ma, Lishuang Wang, Tingting Chen, Guangning Wang
Summary: In this study, two kinds of 3D self-doped (N/O) lilac-based and coriander-based porous carbons with high performance have been prepared.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Qin Wang, Yun-Fan Yan, Jiao-Lin Weng, Ying Huang, Fu Yang, Hao-Hui Xie, Fei Tan, Fa-Kun Zheng, Jian-Gang Xu
Summary: Balancing energy and mechanical sensitivities is a challenging issue in the field of energetic materials. This study constructed a 3D energetic metal-organic framework with nitrogen-rich ligand and NO3- anions. The framework demonstrated high stability, energy density, and excellent mechanical sensitivities, making it a potential insensitive energetic material.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Marrium Saeed, Urooj Kamran, Amina Khan, Md Irfanul Haque Siddiqui, Hasan Jamal, Haq Nawaz Bhatti
Summary: In this study, magnesium-aluminum layered double hydroxides (Mg-Al-LDH) were synthesized using an environmentally friendly hydrothermal technique for adsorbing the dye reactive green 5 (RG5). To improve the adsorption capability, composites were prepared by combining Mg-Al-LDH with low-cost Mangifera indica stone biomass (MISB). The results showed that the composites had high adsorption capacities for RG5 dye and could be regenerated.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xuanlin Zhan, Xiaojie Li, Yunyan Zeng, Siyan Jiang, Chao Pan, Shiyu Pan, Jiaquan Huang, Heqian Zhang, Zhiwei Qin
Summary: This study reports on the potential prospects of natural products derived from the rhizosphere for the development of antibiotics and herbicides, as well as the advancements in cultivating a mutant strain that produces a substantial quantity of lydicamycins, a potent family for herbicide development.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jie Zhu, Jiangtao Yu, Linhua Zhu, Xiaoxiao Yu, Jixing Liu, Yanhong Chao, Jingzhou Yin, Peiwen Wu, Jian Liu, Wenshuai Zhu
Summary: This study successfully demonstrates the 3D printing of attapulgite monoliths and investigates the influence of thermal treatment on their properties. The thermal treated monoliths show superior catalytic performance at low temperatures.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yanzhu Ye, Yixiang Ye, Jiannan Cai, Zhongshui Li, Shen Lin
Summary: In this paper, a novel Pt/CoP/C photo-electro synergistic catalyst was successfully synthesized and its performance was investigated. The catalyst exhibited excellent photo-electro catalytic performance, with significantly higher hydrogen production compared to a commercial catalyst. The introduction of cobalt phosphide and the existence of Co3O4 were identified as key factors for enhancing the catalytic activity.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Nurul Hidayah Abu Bakar, Wan Norfazilah Wan Ismail, Hartina Mohd Yusop, Noreen Farzuhana Mohd Zulkifli
Summary: Hydrophobic coatings inspired by the lotus effect have gained popularity for their ability to solve various problems. The sol-gel method, utilizing silica, alumina, and titania, is explored as an environmentally friendly approach to produce water-based hydrophobic coatings. This study focuses on producing water-based hydrophobic coatings for cotton and polyester fabrics using a one-step sol-gel method. The coated fabrics exhibited improved hydrophobic properties, altered surface morphologies, and lower air permeability compared to uncoated fabrics. TEOS-PDMS coating provides a promising approach for enhancing the hydrophobic and surface properties of cotton and polyester fabrics.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Nikita Belko, Hanna Maltanava, Anatol Lugovski, Polina Shabunya, Sviatlana Fatykhava, Evgeny Bondarenko, Pavel Chulkin, Sergey Poznyak, Michael Samtsov
Summary: This study investigates the difference in electrochemical behavior between rhodamine B hydrazide and rhodamine B acylhydrazone, and finds that rhodamine B acylhydrazone exhibits higher reversibility in electrooxidation. These results can be applied for developing new sensors with desired electrochemical properties.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Showket Ahmad Bhat, Mohd Ikram
Summary: In this study, 0-3 particulate multiferroic composites were synthesized and characterized. The composites exhibited excellent ferroelectric and ferromagnetic properties, as well as high piezoelectric strain and magnetoelectric coupling effects.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Carla Gomes, Mariana Costa, Susana M. M. Lopes, Bernardo Albuquerque Nogueira, Rui Fausto, Jose A. Paixao, Teresa M. V. D. e Melo, Luisa M. D. R. S. Martins, Marta Pineiro
Summary: The development of sustainable processes requires the integration of green chemistry principles. In this study, a solvent-free synthesis method was developed to prepare new copper catalysts, which efficiently catalyze cycloaddition reactions under solvent-free mechanochemical conditions. Through this process, the principles of atom economy, reduction of solvents and auxiliaries, design for energy efficiency, and reduction of derivatives and catalysis are combined.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zhihua Liu, Jinzhe Li, Jianguo Zhou
Summary: This study demonstrates the enhancement of photoelectrochemical activity of BiFeO3 photoelectrodes through ion modification, which increases visible light absorption and active area, leading to improved PEC water splitting performance.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yisheng Zhang, Wensong Li, Jing Li, Fang Li, Wei Xue, Xinqiang Zhao, Yanji Wang
Summary: Pt/C and SO42-/ZrO2 were used as catalysts for the synthesis of p-aminophenol through the catalytic transfer hydrogenation of nitrobenzene in water with formic acid as the hydrogen source. The optimal Pt loading for PAP selectivity was found to be 1 wt%. The presence of different valence states of Pt affected both the nitrobenzene hydrogenation and formic acid decomposition. Among different solid acid catalysts tested, SO42-/ZrO2 exhibited the highest catalytic activity for p-aminophenol formation. Under the optimized reaction conditions, the conversion of nitrobenzene reached 80.0%, with a selectivity of 47.6% for p-aminophenol.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Pradyota Kumar Behera, Papita Behera, Amlan Swain, Santosh Kumar Sahu, Ajeena Sahoo, Laxmidhar Rout
Summary: We have developed a simple and direct method for the synthesis of diaryl ether using an oxygen bridged bimetallic CuMoO4 nanocatalyst under mild reaction conditions. The catalyst exhibited tolerance towards a wide range of substrates with various functional groups. It is efficient and recyclable. This methodology allows easy access to nitrofen derivatives (herbicides) from unactivated 2,4-dichlorophenol, which are important for agriculture and pharmaceuticals.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yihua Fu, Yan Zhang, Changwei Hu, Zhishan Su
Summary: The mechanism of the reaction between CO2 and styrene oxide for cyclic carbonate was revealed using density functional theory calculations. The noncatalytic reaction occurred via a concerted mechanism, while in the presence of guanidine and tetrabutylammonium iodide (TBAI) co-catalysts, the epoxide ring-opening by nucleophilic attack of an iodide anion was predicted to be the rate-determining step. Guanidine acted as the H-bond donor to activate styrene oxide, facilitating the reaction with a lower activation barrier.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Saikat Khamarui, Sirshendu Ghosh
Summary: Copper nanorods (Cu-NRs) exhibit significant plasmonic behavior and can act as efficient catalysts in redox processes and coupling. A benign decarboxylative approach, utilizing localized surface plasmon resonance (LSPR) assisted catalysis with Cu-NRs, has been developed for the production of alkane analogues from alkyl carboxylic acids under visible light. The catalyst shows a broad substrate scope and high functional group tolerance, without the need for an external oxidant or proton source. A plausible mechanism for this recyclable nano-catalyst has also been proposed based on control experiments.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
