Review
Polymer Science
Suhao Wang, Guangzheng Zuo, Jongho Kim, Henning Sirringhaus
Summary: Thanks to the combined efforts of scientists in various research fields, there have been significant advancements in the past decade in the application of conjugated polymers as thermoelectric materials. However, there is a lack of systematic evaluations on the impact of molecular design on thermoelectric properties. A comprehensive understanding of the relationship between molecular structure and thermoelectric properties will facilitate the rational design of next-generation thermoelectric polymers.
PROGRESS IN POLYMER SCIENCE
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Tao Wang, Yiwen Bao, Mengdi Zhuang, Jiacheng Li, Juncheng Chen, Hangxun Xu
Summary: Soft electronics benefit greatly from soft and stretchable conducting polymers with exceptional mechanical compliance and electrical performance. Strategies to enhance the performance of conducting polymers through nanostructuring have been developed in recent years, improving key parameters such as electrical conductivity, stretchability, sensitivity, and self-healing property in soft electronic devices. Future challenges and directions in engineering nanostructured conducting polymers for soft electronics are also discussed.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Aya Edagawa, Satoru Matsuda, Hirofumi Kawakubo, Hiroaki Imai, Yuya Oaki
Summary: This study investigates the flexibility of layered polydiacetylene (PDA) by using interlayer polymeric guests with different branching structures. The addition of bulky polymer guests enhances the thermoresponsive color-change properties of PDA. The resulting composite material can be uniformly coated onto substrates and utilized for temperature distribution imaging.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2022)
Review
Polymer Science
Yiqi Fan, Jinjin Zhang, Zhouyi Hong, Huayu Qiu, Yang Li, Shouchun Yin
Summary: Conjugated polymers with structures such as benzene, heterocycle, double bond, or triple bond have semiconductor-like properties that can be adjusted through chemical doping. BODIPY-based conjugated polymers offer intriguing optical properties and multiple functionalities, making them versatile for applications in optoelectronic materials and bioimaging.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Struan Bourke, Federico Dona, Yurema Teijeiro Gonzalez, Basma Qazi Chaudhry, Maryna Panamarova, Eirinn Mackay, Peter S. Zammit, Lea Ann Dailey, Ulrike S. Eggert, Klaus Suhling, Mark A. Green
Summary: This study reports the encapsulation of a bright-red-emitting conjugated polymer and superparamagnetic iron oxide nanoparticles in polymer micelles. The resulting particles exhibited good emission properties and cellular uptake, making them potentially valuable for in vivo labeling applications.
ACS APPLIED POLYMER MATERIALS
(2022)
Review
Polymer Science
Fayaz Ali, Imran Khan, Jianmin Chen, Kalsoom Akhtar, Esraa M. Bakhsh, Sher Bahadar Khan
Summary: This review discusses the application of hydrogels as carriers in drug delivery systems, and presents the fabrication strategies and applications of hydrogels in various fields.
Article
Polymer Science
Jing-Jing Wang, Long Ye
Summary: Insulating polymers are widely used in daily life, but have poor electrical conductivity. Conjugated polymers, on the other hand, have excellent electrical properties and versatile applications, making them of great interest. The combination of conjugated and insulating polymers in organic solar cells provides added value and can be used in various materials.
CHINESE JOURNAL OF POLYMER SCIENCE
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Man Xu, Chuanxin Wei, Yunlong Zhang, Jiefeng Chen, Hao Li, Jingrui Zhang, Lili Sun, Bin Liu, Jinyi Lin, Mengna Yu, Linghai Xie, Wei Huang
Summary: This article summarizes the importance and recent developments of the coplanar conformational structure of conjugated polymers for optoelectronic devices. It comprehensively reviews the unique properties of this conformation and emphasizes its optoelectrical properties. It also provides characterization methods and guidelines for inducing this conformation, as well as a summary of its optoelectronic applications.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yangyang Wan, Fernando Ramirez, Xu Zhang, Thuc-Quyen Nguyen, Guillermo C. Bazan, Gang Lu
Summary: This study utilized machine learning and high-throughput calculations to predict the properties of CPEs and identified key structural features crucial to their properties, which could accelerate the application of CPEs in optoelectronics and photocatalysis.
NPJ COMPUTATIONAL MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zia Ullah Arif, Muhammad Yasir Khalid, Muhammad Fahad Sheikh, Ali Zolfagharian, Mahdi Bodaghi
Summary: This review presents the latest research on biopolymers and fiber-reinforced composites in the field of environmentally friendly materials. The study found that biopolymers have many excellent properties and have wide-ranging applications in various fields such as food, electronics, agriculture, textile, biomedical, and cosmetics. The review also discusses the degradation mechanisms, sustainability, as well as the challenges and opportunities of biopolymeric sustainable composites.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jerika A. Chiong, Helen Tran, Yangju Lin, Yu Zheng, Zhenan Bao
Summary: The field of wearable and implantable skin-inspired devices is rapidly growing interest in the consumer market, with a focus on developing environmentally-friendly electronics using recyclable, biodegradable, and biocompatible polymer technologies to mitigate the adverse impact on the environment and human health. Through advancements in molecular design, processing parameters, and fabricating techniques, there is a potential for economic growth and increased efficiency in these devices, which aim to enhance human-environment interaction levels.
Article
Radiology, Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging
Andrea Farolfi, Letizia Calderoni, Francesco Mattana, Riccardo Mei, Sivi Telo, Stefano Fanti, Paolo Castellucci
Summary: PSMA PET shows superior detection capabilities for prostate cancer in both primary and recurrent settings, with significant impact on clinical management. It may also play a crucial role in localization and treatment of PCa patients.
JOURNAL OF NUCLEAR MEDICINE
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Rong Hu, Xinzhe Yang, Anjun Qin, Ben Zhong Tang
Summary: Aggregation-induced emission (AIE) has become a hot research topic in chemistry and materials science, with AIE polymers combining the advantages of polymeric materials and AIE luminogens for applications in sensing, imaging and theranostics. There is great potential for future development in this promising field.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY FRONTIERS
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Miaomiao Li, Quanqian Lyu, Bolun Peng, Xiaodong Chen, Lianbin Zhang, Jintao Zhu
Summary: This review summarizes the design principles and applications of colloidal photonic composites (CPCs), focusing on the building blocks and strategies for constructing CPCs with robust performance and specific functionality. The state-of-the-art applications, including colorful coatings, anti-counterfeiting, and regulation of photoluminescence, are discussed, with a particular emphasis on visualized sensing. The current challenges and potential for future developments in this field are also explored.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Hongwei Ma, Yu Chen, Xiaobai Li, Bin Li
Summary: Conjugated microporous polymers are a unique class of porous materials with integrated pi-conjugated system and permanent porosity. Electrochemical polymerization is an effective method to prepare CMP films with controlled microstructures, which have applications in organic electronics, energy storage, sensors, and electrocatalysis. Despite its advantages, challenges still exist for the practical applications of CMP films.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xingang Liu, Min Wu, Meng Wang, Yukun Duan, Chi Uyen Phan, Huan Chen, Guping Tang, Bin Liu
Summary: Research has shown the potential of neutrophil-based nanotherapeutic engineering in treating infection and inflammation disorders. A new method using AIEgen-lipid conjugates can efficiently label harvested neutrophils in just 30 seconds, without affecting their activation or transmigration properties, offering promising prospects for studies in neutrophil-based nanotherapeutics.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Chengjian Chen, Zhenguo Chi, Kok Chan Chong, Andrei S. Batsanov, Zhan Yang, Zhu Mao, Zhiyong Yang, Bin Liu
Summary: Commercial carbazole is commonly used to synthesize organic functional materials. An isomer of carbazole found in commercially produced batches is responsible for the ultralong phosphorescence observed in these compounds and their derivatives.
Editorial Material
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Wenbo Wu, Bin Liu
NATIONAL SCIENCE REVIEW
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Leilei Shi, Wenbo Wu, Yukun Duan, Li Xu, Sha Li, Xihui Gao, Bin Liu
Summary: Hybrid DNAzyme nanoparticles were developed for light-induced carrier-free self-delivery of DNAzymes with sufficient cofactor supply and lysosome escape capacity. Results showed that these nanoparticles could downregulate the EGR-1 protein to inhibit tumor cell growth and induce tumor cell apoptosis under light irradiation.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jingjing Liu, Fang Hu, Min Wu, Longlong Tian, Fei Gong, Xiaoyan Zhong, Muchao Chen, Zhuang Liu, Bin Liu
Summary: Radiodynamic therapy (RDT) is a promising therapeutic approach for cancer treatment that combines ionizing irradiation and localized photodynamic therapy (PDT). Hf-AIE coordination polymer nanoparticles (CPNs) show strong RT and RDT effects under X-ray irradiation. Bioorthogonal click chemistry enhances tumor accumulation and retention of CPNs, leading to significant killing of cancer cells without noticeable biotoxicity.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Mohammad Tavakkoli Yaraki, Min Wu, Eshu Middha, Wenbo Wu, Soroosh Daqiqeh Rezaei, Bin Liu, Yen Nee Tan
Summary: This study introduces a new nanohybrid consisting of gold nanostar (AuNS) and AIE-PS dots for image-guided photodynamic therapy. By carefully selecting AuNS with different localized surface plasmon peaks, the fluorescence and photosensitization of AIE-PS dots were significantly enhanced.
NANO-MICRO LETTERS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Shidang Xu, Yukun Duan, Purnima Manghnani, Kenry, Chengjian Chen, Sergey M. Kozlov, Bin Liu
Summary: The article describes a new isomerization phenomenon that occurs during molecular packing without the need for external energy. Evidence of asymmetric isomers in crystals proves the occurrence of isomerization during molecular packing, leading to highly efficient organic solids with a unique asymmetric geometry that restricts intramolecular motion.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Kang-Nan Wang, Liu-Yi Liu, Duo Mao, Shidang Xu, Cai-Ping Tan, Qian Cao, Zong-Wan Mao, Bin Liu
Summary: This study introduces the first LD/nucleus dual-targeted ratiometric fluorescent probe, CQPP, to monitor polarity changes in the cellular microenvironment. Through the application of CQPP, it was found that LD polarity increased in the ferroptosis model, while the polarity between LDs and cytoplasm homogenized.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yuanbo Wang, Shidang Xu, Leilei Shi, Cathleen Teh, Guobin Qi, Bin Liu
Summary: This study presents a cancer-cell-activated photosensitizer synthesis strategy to selectively synthesize efficient PS with mitochondria-targeting capability for potent cancer-cell-specific ablation under light irradiation, ensuring high specificity and safety for post-treatment.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Wenbo Wu, Leilei Shi, Yukun Duan, Shidang Xu, Lingyue Shen, Ting Zhu, Lidan Hou, Xiangjun Meng, Bin Liu
Summary: Photodynamic therapy is a promising noninvasive treatment for patients with superficial tumors, with AIEPS5-NPs-NB showing superior 1O2 generation, bright emission, and targeted delivery capabilities in comparison to traditional PS nanoparticles.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wenbo Wu, Leilei Shi, Yukun Duan, Shidang Xu, Xihui Gao, Xinyuan Zhu, Bin Liu
Summary: A highly efficient metabolizable type-II photosensitizer with aggregation-induced emission characteristics was developed in this study, demonstrating good anti-tumor PDT efficiency in mouse models. Importantly, the photosensitizer can be gradually oxidized by endogenous hypochlorite after PDT and subsequently excreted through urine within 24 hours of administration.
CHEMISTRY OF MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Junru Chen, Xiaojie Chen, Lei Cao, Huangjun Deng, Zhenguo Chi, Bin Liu
Summary: In this study, an efficient ultralong organic phosphorescent molecule with the longest lifetime and brightest ultralong organic phosphorescence (UOP) was synthesized through structural modification and intramolecular halogen bond. The research reveals that the generation and accumulation of triplet excitons play a crucial role in achieving efficient UOP materials.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xingang Liu, Yukun Duan, Bin Liu
Summary: Nanoparticles as contrast agents for photoacoustic imaging in the diagnosis of brain-related pathologies show potential applications, but design considerations such as absorption capacity, biocompatibility, photothermal conversion efficiency, nanostructure control, and targeting ability need to be carefully considered. Challenges in developing more robust and universal contrast agents for enhanced photoacoustic imaging are discussed for future perspectives.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Chengjian Chen, Kok Chan Chong, Yutong Pan, Guobin Qi, Shidang Xu, Bin Liu
Summary: Research indicates that the origin of carbazole has a significant impact on the photoluminescence quantum yield of its derivatives. Commercially sourced carbazole activates efficient radiative transition pathways, leading to a substantial increase in quantum yield.
ACS MATERIALS LETTERS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xingang Liu, Min Wu, Meng Wang, Yukun Duan, ChiUyen Phan, Guobin Qi, Guping Tang, Bin Liu
Summary: A living therapeutic system based on attenuated Salmonella was developed through metabolic engineering with an AIE photosensitizer MA. These engineered bacteria could specifically target tumor tissues, colonize, and express exogenous genes, which leads to the suppression of angiogenesis and tumor growth.
MATERIALS HORIZONS
(2021)
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)
