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Chemistry, Physical
Magdalena Bendova, Jan Heyda, Zdenek Wagner, Joanna Feder-Kubis, Jakub Polak, Theeranon Tankam, Adela Sykorova
Summary: This study investigates aqueous solutions of chiral ionic liquids and measures their volumetric properties and electrical conductivity to understand their hydration and dissociation. Molecular dynamics simulations are used to obtain spatial and radial distribution functions and estimate the volumetric and transport properties. Experimental data is analyzed using methods of mathematical gnostics, which is robust and applicable for small data sets without prior knowledge of measurement errors' distribution.
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(2023)
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Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Eugene Huh, Ji-Hyun Yang, Chang-Ha Lee, Ik-Sung Ahn, Byung Jin Mhin
Summary: The 3D-RISM-KH theory combined with KBI was used to study the role of alkali metal hydroxides in cellulose solvation. The results showed that Li+ hydrates had the closest interaction with cellulose due to their high charge density, explaining the difference in cellulose solubilities in different aqueous solutions.
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Chemistry, Physical
P. Kumari, V. V. S. Pillai, D. Gobbo, P. Ballone, A. Benedetto
Summary: Molecular dynamics simulations were used to study the nanostructure in water solutions of three organic ionic liquids relevant for biological applications, revealing the formation of salt-rich or water-rich domains at different salt concentrations, and the possible formation of stoichiometric liquid ionic hydrates.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2021)
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Chemistry, Physical
Tomislav Primorac, Martina Pozar, Franjo Sokolic, Larisa Zoranic
Summary: Kirkwood-Buff integrals (KBIs) serve as a powerful tool linking atomic scale structuring accessed by simulations with thermodynamics, bridging the gap between microscopic and macroscopic quantities. This study presents simulation research on the concentration dependence of KBIs for various binary ethanol mixtures, demonstrating that the best approach to KBI calculation varies depending on the structural complexity of the simulated system.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2021)
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Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Abdelkarim Aydi, Imen Dali, Kaouther Ghachem, Abdulaal Z. Al-Khazaal, Daniel R. Delgado, Lioua Kolsi
Summary: The study focused on the behavior of the solubility of Hydroxytyrosol (HXT) in binary solvent mixtures and its thermodynamic properties. The solubility of HXT in different solvents and the thermodynamic properties of its dissolution were measured and predicted using various analytical methods. The preferential solvation of HXT was determined using the inverse Kirkwood-Buff integral theory.
ALEXANDRIA ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Juan Antonio Gonzalez, Fernando Hevia, Luis Felipe Sanz, Daniel Lozano-Martin, Isaias Garcia de la Fuente
Summary: This study investigates mixtures of 2-propanol or 2-butanol with n-alkanone, acetophenone, linear monoether, cyclic ether, linear organic carbonate, or propylene carbonate using thermodynamic data, Flory theory, and Kirkwood-Buff integrals. The results show that solvent-solvent interactions are determinant in mixtures with n-alkanone or linear carbonate, while interactions between alcohol molecules are determinant in mixtures with linear monoethers. The findings from the Flory model and Kirkwood-Buff integrals are consistent with each other.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2023)
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Chemistry, Physical
Vilde Braten, Dick Bedeaux, Oivind Wilhelmsen, Sondre Kvalvag Schnell
Summary: Small systems exhibit properties that may vary depending on the system's ensemble, as seen in the comparison of grand canonical and canonical systems. While analytical methods can be used to investigate ideal gas systems, simulations are required for systems with interacting particles. Clear differences between properties in open and closed systems were found, highlighting the importance of understanding these differences in small systems.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Keiko Nishikawa
Summary: This paper introduces the method of density fluctuation and concentration fluctuation to describe solution structures, emphasizing the fluctuations of solutions in the mesoscale region. The relationship with solution thermodynamics is discussed, and the features of experiments to measure fluctuations are described.
BULLETIN OF THE CHEMICAL SOCIETY OF JAPAN
(2021)
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Chemistry, Physical
Yani Zhao, Swaminath Bharadwaj, Nico F. A. van der Vegt
Summary: This study investigates the combined effect of weakly hydrated and strongly hydrated ions on the lower critical solution temperature (LCST) of poly(N-isopropylacrylamide)(PNIPAM) using atomistic molecular dynamics simulations. The results show that the nonadditive ion effects on the coil-to-globule transitions of PNIPAM arise from the interplay between the depletion of strongly hydrated sulfate ions and the preferential accumulation of iodide ions on the polymer surface, leading to favorable PNIPAM-I- interactions. The depletion of sulfate ions and the binding of iodide ions are coupled through the role of cations, resulting in a mutual enhancement of both effects.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2022)
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Chemistry, Physical
A. O. Dohn, V. Markmann, A. Nimmrich, K. Haldrup, K. B. Moller, M. M. Nielsen
Summary: This study focuses on investigating the structure of molecules in solution using x-ray scattering methods. It introduces a correction method to eliminate simulation errors and recover the correct scattering limit. The reliability of the correction method is demonstrated through experiments with neat water and transition metal complexes solvated in various water densities.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2023)
Article
Thermodynamics
Xuehua Zhang, Rongguan Lv, Rong Xing, Weizhong Shi, Hongkun Zhao, Wanxin Li, Abolghasem Jouyban, William E. Acree
Summary: Equilibrium solubility and model correlations were studied for systems formed by solid solute of thiabendazole and binary aqueous blends of different solvents. The solubility was well described by two different models with low relative average deviations, and good predictions were observed using the extend Hildebrand solubility approach. The interaction parameters and solubility parameters of the solvents' blends were analyzed to understand the solubility variation, with descriptors of blended solvents playing a key role in determining solubility.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL THERMODYNAMICS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Signe Kjelstrup, Astrid Fagertun Gunnarshaug, Oystein Gullbrekken, Sondre K. Schnell, Anders Lervik
Summary: In this study, we show how the choice of variables can determine a complete set of transport properties efficiently. Applying the entropy production invariance condition to different sets of electrolyte variables, we obtain a general set of formulas. We demonstrate the application of these formulas to a typical electrolyte for lithium-ion batteries, namely 1M lithium hexafluorophosphate in a 1:1 wt. % mixture of ethylene and diethyl carbonates. Our findings emphasize the importance of a complete set of transport coefficients for accurate modeling of complex electrochemical systems and the need for careful consideration of the choice of variables used to determine these properties.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2023)
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Chemistry, Physical
Ramon Alain Miranda-Quintana, Jens Smiatek
Summary: This study investigates the electronic properties of low-weight organic co-solutes using conceptual density functional theory calculations, revealing the significance of certain chemical reactivity descriptors in classifying protein stabilizers and destabilizers. Stabilizers exhibit lower chemical hardness and Lewis basic properties, while destabilizers show higher chemical hardness and Lewis acidity. Analytical calculations of transfer energies highlight the crucial role of co-solute-protein interactions in altering the interaction pattern of stabilizing or destabilizing species.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY B
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Madhusmita Tripathy, Swaminath Bharadwaj, Nico F. A. van der Vegt
Summary: This study investigates the effect of urea and methanol on the density fluctuations and thermodynamic properties in the solvation shell of an extended hydrophobic solute. The results show that the mode of action of urea and methanol is strongly coupled to their hydration behavior, with urea preferential accumulation quenching density fluctuations and methanol accumulation enhancing density fluctuations.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2022)
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Chemistry, Physical
Pauf Neupane, David M. Bartels, Ward H. Thompson
Summary: Using the Kirkwood-Buff approach, the partial molar volume is found to provide valuable insights into the structure of the hydrated electron. It not only indicates the size of the cavity, but also provides information about the solvation structure. This information is important for developing and evaluating models of the hydrated electron.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY B
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Ruben Gil-Garcia, Maria Ugalde, Natalia Busto, Hector J. Lozano, Jose M. Leal, Begona Perez, Gotzon Madariaga, Maite Insausti, Luis Lezama, Roberto Sanz, Lidia M. Gomez-Sainz, Begona Garcia, Javier Garcia-Tojal
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2016)
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Thermodynamics
Ana M. Navarro, Begona Garcia, Francisco J. Hoyuelos, Indalecio A. Penacoba, Jose M. Leal
FLUID PHASE EQUILIBRIA
(2016)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Vanesa Porto, Erea Borrajo, David Buceta, Carmen Carneiro, Shahana Huseyinova, Blanca Dominguez, Kyra J. E. Borgman, Melike Lakadamyali, Maria F. Garcia-Parajo, Jose Neissa, Tomas Garcia-Caballero, Giampaolo Barone, M. Carmen Blanco, Natalia Busto, Begona Garcia, Jose Maria Leal, Jose Blanco, Jose Rivas, M. Arturo Lopez-Quintela, Fernando Dominguez
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2018)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Cristina Perez-Arnaiz, Natalia Busto, Javier Santolaya, Jose M. Leal, Giampaolo Barone, Begona Garcia
BIOCHIMICA ET BIOPHYSICA ACTA-GENERAL SUBJECTS
(2018)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Natalia Busto, Patricia Calvo, Javier Santolaya, Jose M. Leal, Aurore Guedin, Giampaolo Barone, Tomas Torroba, Jean-Louis Mergny, Begona Garcia
CHEMISTRY-A EUROPEAN JOURNAL
(2018)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Cristina Perez-Arnaiz, Jorge Leal, Natalia Busto, Maria C. Carrion, Ana R. Rubio, Imanol Ortiz, Giampaolo Barone, Borja Diaz de Grenu, Javier Santolaya, Jose M. Leal, Monica Vaquero, Felix A. Jalon, Blanca R. Manzano, Begona Garcia
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
(2018)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
H. J. Lozano, N. Busto, M. Lari, J. M. Leal, B. Garcia
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2018)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Matteo Lari, Marta Martinez-Alonso, Natalia Busto, Blanca R. Manzano, Ana M. Rodriguez, M. Isabel Acuna, Fernando Dominguez, Jose L. Albasanz, Jose M. Leal, Gustavo Espino, Begona Garcia
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
(2018)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Olga Dominguez-Renedo, A. Marta Navarro-Cunado, Eduardo Ventas-Romay, M. Asuncion Alonso-Lomillo
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Chemistry, Analytical
Olga Dominguez-Renedo, A. Marta Navarro-Cunado, Victor Arnaiz-Lozano, M. Asuncion Alonso-Lomillo
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Olga Dominguez-Renedo, A. Marta Navarro-Cunado, M. Asuncion Alonso-Lomillo
Summary: Cholesterol is an important biomarker for diseases such as heart and coronary artery diseases or arteriosclerosis, and its fast determination in blood is crucial for early diagnosis. Electrochemical sensors and biosensors have emerged as potential tools for selective and sensitive detection of cholesterol, combining the analytical advantages of electrochemical techniques with modified electrodes' selective recognition abilities. This review focuses on the development of electrochemical sensors for cholesterol, distinguishing between enzymatic biosensors and non-enzymatic systems, with emphasis on lab-on-a-chip devices. Different electrode modification procedures and the role of functional materials are also discussed.
JOURNAL OF PHARMACEUTICAL AND BIOMEDICAL ANALYSIS
(2023)
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Chemistry, Analytical
Paula Portugal-Gomez, A. Marta Navarro-Cunado, M. Asuncion Alonso-Lomillo, Olga Dominguez-Renedo
Summary: This article describes an electrochemical method for determining 4-ethylguaiacol and its application in wine analysis. Modified screen-printed carbon electrodes (AC(60)/SPCEs) with fullerene C-60 (C-60) have shown high efficiency in this analysis. Under optimized conditions, AC(60)/SPCEs demonstrated a linear range of 200 to 1000 μg/L for 4-ethylguaiacol determination, with a reproducibility of 7.6% and a detection capability (CCb) value of 200 μg/L. The selectivity of AC(60)/SPCE sensors was evaluated in the presence of potentially interfering compounds, and their practical applicability in analyzing different wine samples was demonstrated with recoveries ranging from 96% to 106%.
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Olga Dominguez-Renedo, A. Marta Navarro-Cunado, M. Elena Melendez-Alvarez, M. Asuncion Alonso-Lomillo
Summary: The development of electrochemical sensors for analyzing various analytes in wine has been driven by the need to ensure its quality in terms of taste and food safety, as well as compliance with regulations. Certain components in wine can affect its stability and organoleptic properties, and some may have harmful effects on consumers. Therefore, early diagnosis is crucial in wine samples. Enzymatic and non-enzymatic electrochemical sensors, utilizing nanostructured materials or chemically modified electrodes, have been explored to enhance sensitivity and selectivity. These miniaturizable sensors are ideal for point-of-care devices.
TRAC-TRENDS IN ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Matteo Lari, Tarita Biver, Natalia Busto, Hector J. Lozano, Jose M. Leal, Fernando Secco, Begona Garcia
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2017)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Hector J. Lozano, Natalia Busto, Gustavo Espino, Arancha Carbayo, Jose M. Leal, James A. Platts, Begona Garcia
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2017)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Sergey Yu. Ketkov, Sheng-Yuan Tzeng, Elena A. Rychagova, Anton N. Lukoyanov, Wen-Bih Tzeng
Summary: Metallocenes, including methylcobaltocene, play important roles in various fields of chemistry. The ionization energy and vibrational structure of (Cp ')(Cp)Co can be influenced by introducing methyl substituents. The mass-analyzed threshold ionization spectrum and DFT calculations provide accurate information about the properties and transformations of (Cp ')(Cp)Co.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Qifeng Mu, Jian Hu
Summary: Polymer mechanochemistry has experienced a renaissance due to the rapid development of mechanophores and principles governing mechanochemical transduction or material strengthening. It has not only provided fundamental guidelines for converting mechanical energy into chemical output, but also found applications in engineering and smart devices.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Da Hye Yang, Francesco Ricci, Fredrik L. Nordstrom, Na Li
Summary: Through systematic evaluation of the oiling-out behavior of procaine, we identified both stable and metastable liquid-liquid phase separation, and established phase diagrams to assist in rational selection of crystallization strategies.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Vikki Anand Varma, Simmie Jaglan, Mohd Yasir Khan, Sujin B. Babu
Summary: Designing engineering structures like nanocages, shells, and containers through self-assembly of colloids is a challenging problem. This work proposes a simple model for the subunit, which leads to the formation of monodispersed spherical cages or containers. The model with only one control parameter can be used to design cages with the desired radius.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hainan Jiang, Yaolong He, Xiaolin Li, Zhiyao Jin, Huijie Yu, Dawei Li
Summary: The cycling lifespan and coulombic efficiency of lithium-ion batteries are crucial for high C-rate applications. The Li-ion concentration plays a crucial role in determining the mechanical integrity and structural stability of electrodes. This study focuses on graphite as the working electrode and establishes an experimental system to investigate the mechanical properties of composite graphite electrode at different C-rates. Considering the effect of Li-ion concentration in stress analysis is found to be significant.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zhiye Wang, Yunchuan Li, Mingjun Sun
Summary: This study investigates the influence of intramolecular pi-pi interactions on the electronic transport capabilities of molecules. By designing and analyzing three pi-conjugated molecules, the researchers observe that different pi-conjugated structures have varying effects on electron transport. The findings provide a theoretical foundation for designing single-molecule electronic devices with multiple electron channels based on intramolecular pi-pi interactions.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yuandong Xu, Haoyang Feng, Chaoyang Dong, Yuqing Yang, Meng Zhou, Yajun Wei, Hui Guo, Yaqing Wei, Jishan Su, Yingying Ben, Xia Zhang
Summary: Hollow MoS2 cubes and spheres were successfully synthesized using a one-step hydrothermal method with the hard template method. The hollow MoS2 cubes exhibited higher specific capacitance and energy density compared to the hollow MoS2 spheres. The symmetrical supercapacitors assembled with these hollow structures showed good performance and high capacity retention after multiple cycles. These findings suggest that controlling the pore structure and surface characteristics of MoS2 is crucial for enhancing its electrochemical properties.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ainhoa Oliden-Sanchez, Rebeca Sola-Llano, Joaquin Perez-Pariente, Luis Gomez-Hortiguela, Virginia Martinez-Martinez
Summary: The combination of photoactive molecules and inorganic structures is important for the development of advanced materials in optics. In this study, bulky dyes were successfully encapsulated in a zeolitic framework, resulting in emission throughout the visible spectrum.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Miaomiao Zhang, Cunyuan Pei, Qiqi Xiang, Lintao Liu, Zhongxu Dai, Huijuan Ma, Shibing Ni
Summary: The design of a solid electrolyte interphase (SEI) plays a crucial role in improving the electrochemical performance of anode materials. In this study, lithium difluoro(oxalate)borate (LiDFOB) is used as an electrolyte additive to form a protective SEI film on Li3VO4 (LVO) anodes. The addition of LiDFOB results in a dense, uniform, stable, and LiF-richer SEI, which enhances the Li-ion storage kinetics. The generated SEI also prevents further decomposition of the electrolyte and maintains the morphology of LVO anodes during charge/discharge processes. This work demonstrates the effectiveness of LiDFOB as a multi-functional additive for LiPF6 electrolytes and provides insights into SEI construction for high-performance LVO anodes.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
B. V. Andryushechkin, T. V. Pavlova, V. M. Shevlyuga
Summary: The atomic structure of the Ag(111)-p(4 x 4)-O phase was reexamined and two phases with the same periodicity were discovered. It was demonstrated that the accepted Ag6 model is incompatible with high-resolution oxygen-sensitive STM images.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
S. L. Romo-Avila, D. Marquez-Ruiz, R. A. Guirado-Lopez
Summary: In this study, we used density functional theory (DFT) calculations to investigate the interaction between model graphene oxide (GO) nanostructures and chlorine monoxide ClO. We aimed to understand the role of this highly oxidizing species in breaking C-C bonds and forming significant holes on GO sheets. Our results showed that C-C bonds in a single graphene oxide sheet can be broken through a simple mechanism involving the dissociation of two chemically attached ClO molecules. The formation of carbonyl groups and holes on the GO surface was also observed. This study provides important insights into the degradation of carbon nanotubes and the stability of GO during the myeloperoxidase (MPO) catalytic cycle.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Alberto Garcia-Fernandez, Birgit Kammlander, Stefania Riva, Hakan Rensmo, Ute B. Cappel
Summary: In this study, the X-ray stability of five different lead halide perovskite compositions (MAPbI3, MAPbCl3, MAPbBr3, FAPbBr3, CsPbBr3) was investigated using photoelectron spectroscopy. Different degradation mechanisms and resistance to X-ray were observed depending on the crystal composition. Overall, perovskite compositions based on the MA+ cation were found to be less stable than those based on FA+ or Cs+. Metallic lead formation was most easily observed in the chloride perovskite, followed by bromide, and very little in MAPbI3. Multiple degradation processes were identified for the bromide compositions, including ion migration, formation of volatile and solid products, as well as metallic lead. CsBr was formed as a solid degradation product on the surface of CsPbBr3.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Timofei Rostilov, Vadim Ziborov, Alexander Dolgoborodov, Mikhail Kuskov
Summary: The shock-loading behavior of nanomaterials is investigated in this study. It is found that shock compaction waves exhibit a distinct two-step structure, with the formation of faster precursor waves that travel ahead of the main compaction waves. The complexity of the shock Hugoniot curve of the tested nanomaterial is described, and the effect of initial porosity on the compressed states is demonstrated.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Sergey S. Nikitin, Alexander D. Koryakov, Elizaveta A. Antipinskaya, Alexey A. Markov, Mikhail V. Patrakeev
Summary: The stability of La1/3Sr2/3Fe1-xMnxO3-delta, a perovskite-type oxide, under reducing conditions is dependent on the manganese content. Increasing the manganese content leads to a decrease in stability. The behavior of iron and manganese in the oxide shows distinct differences, which can be attributed to the difference in the enthalpy of oxidation reactions. Additionally, the change in the La/Sr ratio affects the concentration of iron and manganese ions.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Mosayeb Naseri, Shirin Amirian, Mehrdad Faraji, Mohammad Abdur Rashid, Maicon Pierre Lourenco, Venkataraman Thangadurai, D. R. Salahub
Summary: Inspired by the successful transfer of freestanding ultrathin films of SrTiO3 and BiFeO3, this study assessed the structural stability and investigated the electronic, optical, and thermoelectric properties of a group of two-dimensional perovskite-type materials called perovskenes. The findings revealed that these materials are wide bandgap semiconductors with potential application in UV shielding. Moreover, they exhibit better electrical and thermal conductivity at high temperatures, enabling efficient power generation in thermoelectric devices.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2024)