Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Longfei Wang, Zheyuan Fan, Xixi Cao, Panfeng Fan, Yu Xie, Qing Sun, Jinsheng Zhao
Summary: This study reports the preparation of a g-C3N4 nanoball/BiOCl nanotube heterojunction using a simple one-step acetonitrile solvothermal method. The g-C3N4/BiOCl composites exhibited a narrow band gap and had a higher reaction rate constant for RhB degradation. The successful preparation method may be useful for the synthesis of diverse-shaped and high-performance nanomaterials in the future.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lijing Zhou, Zhixuan Han, Guo-Dong Li, Zhen Zhao
Summary: In this study, hierarchical hollow ZnO microspheres were successfully synthesized using a simple template-free solvothermal route, with ethylene glycol playing a crucial role in promoting the growth and aggregation of nanorods. The hollow ZnO microspheres showed efficient degradation of dyes and good stability during photocatalytic cycling.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY OF SOLIDS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Derya Kapusuz Yavuz
Summary: Researchers have studied the effect of various factors on the photocatalytic activity of hierarchical titanium dioxide nanoparticles. They found no clear correlation between these factors. Additionally, they discovered that the (B) spheres formed in chloroform and acetone exhibited the fastest photodegradation rate, while the hollow and solid (A-R) urchins formed in acetone had the slowest photodegradation rate.
JOURNAL OF PHOTOCHEMISTRY AND PHOTOBIOLOGY A-CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Murthy Muniyappa, Sagara N. Kalegowda, Manjunath Shetty, Jagadeesh Babu Sriramoju, Mahesh Shastri, Navakoteswara S. Rao, Debasis De, M. Shankar, Dinesh Rangappa
Summary: Metal chalcogenides are promising materials for photocatalytic hydrogen evolution. In this study, cocatalyst-free nickel sulfides with different nanostructures were synthesized and characterized. The synthesized nickel sulfides showed good photocatalytic activity for hydrogen generation under UV-Vis light irradiation.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Ruiting Chen, Yafei Xue, Xinyue Xu, Hui Yang, Tengfei Qiu, Lingling Shui, Xin Wang, Guofu Zhou, Michael Giersig, Sacha Pidot, James A. Hutchison, Eser Metin Akinoglu
Summary: This study presents a lithography-free method for fabricating carbon nanotube arrays with tunable pitch and size. The pitch of the periodic arrays can be controlled by the diameter of silica particles, while the size of individual nanotubes can be adjusted by the catalyst particle size and reaction time.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Mingyi Zhang, Ye Sun, Xin Chang, Peng Zhang
Summary: In this study, one-dimensional chain-like g-C3N4 was successfully synthesized by heat-induced polymerization of melamine saturated in ethylene glycol. The photocatalytic hydrogen production rate of the prepared g-C3N4 chain was enhanced about 3 times compared to bulk g-C3N4, attributed to its advantages in porosity and nanostructure.
FRONTIERS IN CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Junwei Hou, Hedong Yang, Boyao He, Jingui Ma, Yuan Lu, Qingyao Wang
Summary: The research focuses on the synthesis of hybrid photocatalysts for efficient dye removal and hydrogen generation in wastewater treatment. The TiO2 NTs/CeO2 photocatalyst exhibits excellent photostability and great potential for environmental remediation and new energy development.
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Yulu Wang, Qianran Zhao, Tianzheng Duan, Funa Xie, Haifeng Zou, Yanhua Song, Xiuqing Zhou, Ye Sheng
Summary: Titanite CaTiO(SiO4):Eu3+ was synthesized by two different methods and their structure, luminescence properties and photocatalytic properties were comparatively studied. It was found that the two methods produced titanite with different crystalline types, each having its own advantages and disadvantages. The solvothermal-calcination method resulted in titanite with a rough and porous surface, larger BET and smaller crystallite size, leading to weaker luminescence intensity compared to the high-temperature solid-state synthesis method. However, these disadvantages turned into advantages during the photocatalysis experiment. The high-temperature process also affected the red color and fluorescence life of the titanite. This comparative study aims to expand the applications and research ideas of titanite.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Junjie Huang, Yang Lu, Hui Zhang, Li Shangguan, Zhigang Mou, Jianhua Sun, Shunping Sun, Jinghui He, Weiwei Lei
Summary: It is highly significant to optimize the nanostructure and chemical structure of graphic carbon nitride (GCN) for improved photocatalytic activity. A novel mesh-like GCN (MGCN) with tunable porous structure and condensation degree was successfully developed using a template-free strategy. The MGCN showed superior performance in photocatalytic hydrogen evolution activity, especially MGCN-600 exhibited significantly enhanced hydrogen evolution rate and apparent quantum efficiency.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Wei-Xia Dong, Qi-Fu Bao, X. -Y. Gu, Hui-Juan Shen, Peng-Yan Liu
Summary: The study revealed that pH values have a crucial effect on the crystal phase and shape evolution of CaTi(2)O(5) samples. The CaTi(2)O(5) sample prepared at pH of 5.2 exhibits efficient light harvesting and excellent crystallinity.
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Wanze Guo, Jinping Wang, Wenjuan Guo, Qing Kang, Feimeng Zhou
Summary: A novel interference-free photoelectrochemical immunoassay was developed for the detection of cardiac troponin I. The modified sensor exhibited high sensitivity and anti-fouling properties, enabling accurate detection of analytes at low concentrations and preventing non-specific adsorption in complex biological matrices. The performance of the regenerable sensor was validated through comparison with enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays of patient sera.
ANALYTICAL AND BIOANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Liexiao Li, Xiaofeng Sun, Tao Xian, Huajing Gao, Shifa Wang, Zao Yi, Xianwen Wu, Hua Yang
Summary: In this study, hierarchical Bi2O2CO3 nanotubes were synthesized via a one-step hydrothermal route. The effects of reaction time on the morphology and performance of the nanotubes were investigated. The 3-hour-derived nanotubes exhibited the highest photocatalytic performance and were capable of degrading various organic pollutants and purifying simulated industrial wastewater.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yulan Ren, Xinyu Liu, Heruo Li, Xue Wang, Xue Jing
Summary: HC/BiOBr/Bi12TiO20 microspheres prepared by solvothermal method showed good photocatalytic activity and reusability, which can be attributed to their large specific surface area and high separation ability of photoinduced carriers.
CHEMICAL PHYSICS LETTERS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Young In Jeon, You Jin Park, Jia Hong Pan, Wan In Lee
Summary: TiO2 microtubes with a pore size of around 1.6 μm were synthesized using a solvothermal reaction without templates, showing slightly lower photocatalytic activities than commercial TiO2 NP under UV-visible light but significantly higher activities under visible light after nitrogen-doping treatment.
APPLIED CATALYSIS A-GENERAL
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
N. Otilia Diaz, C. A. Rodriguez, Juan C. Duran-Alvarez, Neetu Talreja, Issis Quispe-Fuentes, Carolina Martinez-Avelar, Monserrat Bizarro, Hector Valdes, Adriana C. Mera
Summary: This study optimized the photocatalytic degradation of caffeic acid in water using 3D-BiOBr materials under visible light irradiation through theoretical and experimental considerations. Three BiOBr materials were synthesized using different bromide sources, with IL-based material showing the highest efficiency. The optimal conditions were determined through modeling and experimental testing, with BiOBr microspheres synthesized with IL at 145 degrees C demonstrating the best performance.
MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING B-ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL SOLID-STATE MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Oncology
Liusheng Wu, Yuzhen Zheng, Xin Ruan, Dingwang Wu, Pengcheng Xu, Jixian Liu, Da Wu, Xiaoqiang Li
Summary: This study aimed to construct a prognostic model of autophagy-related long-chain noncoding ribonucleic acids and identify potential therapeutic targets for esophageal adenocarcinoma. The findings indicate that autophagy-related long-chain noncoding ribonucleic acids might affect tumor development and prognosis in esophageal adenocarcinoma patients.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Qingqing Cheng, Xiaodong Lai, Yuqing Liu, Zhijiang Yang, Jixian Liu
Summary: Green credit has a positive impact on the upgrading of China's industrial structure, especially in promoting the greenization and advancement of industrial structure. However, the effects of green credit on the regional level are more complex.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Qinghua Hou, Yanfeng Zhong, Linzhuang Liu, Liusheng Wu, Jixian Liu
Summary: This study constructed a prognostic model based on m6A-related lncRNAs for predicting the prognosis of lung adenocarcinoma (LUAD) patients and screened potential therapeutic drugs. The results showed that the prognostic model could effectively predict the survival rate of LUAD patients, and the screened drugs had potential clinical application value.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Tian Hao, Yao Wang, Miaorong Zhang, Zhipeng Liu, Jixian Liu, Linjun Huang, Jie Li, Yao Peng, Jianguo Tang
Summary: The graphene oxide-silica (GO-SiO2) nanoparticles were grafted with block polymers PEG and LPET to prepare the additive GS-IPTES plus PEG-LPET (GSIP). The addition of small amounts of GSIP dramatically enhanced the crystallization and mechanical properties of the PET/GSIP composite. The improvements in properties were attributed to the synergistic effects of GS and block polymer chains.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Zhilin Ji, Rongsheng Cai, Wanneng Ye, Ping Lu, Chung-Li Dong, Yu-Cheng Huang, Xilin She, Denys S. Butenko, Yiming Liu, Yukun Zhu, Dongjiang Yang
Summary: The study demonstrates the efficient degradation of antibiotics using iron-modified nanofiber catalysts in a photocatalytic Fenton-like system. The optimized catalyst shows high light absorption and enables fast cyclic transformation of Fe(III)/Fe(II) for continuous production of hydroxyl radicals.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yan Liu, Xiao Wang, Wanneng Ye, Denys S. Butenko, Ping Lu, Qian Chen, Rongsheng Cai, Jin Sun, Yukun Zhu, Dongjiang Yang
Summary: The treatment of water pollution caused by antibiotic residues is crucial for human health and ecological environment. A FeOx-TNFs heterostructure was synthesized through surface engineering, showing efficient visible light-driven antibiotic degradation.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Thermodynamics
Yukun Zhu, Cong Yu, Wei Fan, Haiquan Yu, Wei Jin, Shuo Chen, Xia Liu
Summary: This study proposed a data-driven NOx modelling framework that captures the multimodal operational characteristics of a utility boiler, improves training sample quality, and strengthens model interpretability.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Fengchun Jia, Liu Yang, Zihao Li, Liyue Sun, Dehao Yu, Yu Song, Yanxin Wang, Linjun Huang, Jianguo Tang
Summary: Graphene oxide (GO) has great potential in molecular separation for water purification due to its tunable physicochemical properties. A method to precisely control interlayer spacing using double cross-linking of sodium alginate (SA) and multivalent cations is reported. The results show that the addition of GO-SA component enlarges the nanochannels, leading to a significantly increased water permeability and improved dye screening performance.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Binbin Wang, Xiao Wang, Bingbing Wang, Chung-Li Dong, Yu-Cheng Huang, Mengfei Yang, Yiming Liu, Yukun Zhu, Xiaojing Long, Dongjiang Yang, Yanzhi Xia
Summary: In this study, high-crystalline polymer photocatalysts with multichannel charge transport were designed by employing 2D conjugated engineering and introducing alkoxyphenyl sidechains. The electronic state structure and electron transport pathways of the polymers were investigated using experimental and theoretical calculations. The 2D B <- N-containing polymers (2DPBN) exhibited excellent photoelectric characteristics, enabling efficient charge separation and transfer for catalytic reactions. The hydrogen evolution of 2DPBN-4F heterostructures was achieved by increasing the fluorine content of the backbones. This study highlights the importance of rational design in LCP photocatalysts and generates further interest in photofunctional polymer material applications.
Article
Critical Care Medicine
Shurui Cao, Huiqin Li, Junyi Xin, Zhenghao Jin, Zhengyu Zhang, Jiawei Li, Yukun Zhu, Li Su, Peipei Huang, Lei Jiang, Mulong Du, David Christiani
Summary: This study profiles genetic causal factors of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) and develops a promising prediction model for early clinical management and intervention of ARDS development.
INTENSIVE CARE MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jie Li, Yao Wang, Liangang Shan, Lei Qian, Wenchao Wang, Jixian Liu, Jianguo Tang
Summary: In this study, a general protocol for synthesizing thiolated folate derivatives was reported. The high purity S-S-containing diol was synthesized through a newly developed green oxidation protocol without catalyst, and it was then used to modify folic acid through esterification to synthesize thiolated folate. The effectiveness of this method was demonstrated by the successful modification of silver nanoparticles using thiolated folate.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Liusheng Wu, Qi Liu, Xin Ruan, Xinyu Luan, Yanfeng Zhong, Jixian Liu, Jun Yan, Xiaoqiang Li
Summary: The RNA-binding protein RBM10 is highly expressed in lung adenocarcinoma and is involved in immune regulation, affecting immune cell numbers and tumor sensitivity. RBM10 inhibits the proliferation and invasion of lung adenocarcinoma cells through negative regulation and promotes apoptosis through immunomodulatory mechanisms.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ke-xin Tao, Li-yue Sun, De-hao Yu, Chen-yu Jia, Zhao-ge Juan, Yao Wang, Yan-xin Wang, Matt J. Kipper, Lin-jun Huang, Jian-guo Tang
Summary: The shortage of water resources has led to a need for water purification technologies, with membrane separation being the most commonly used method. This paper compares graphene oxide (GO) and MXene materials in terms of their structure, preparation methods, membrane performance, water treatment principles, and optimization strategies. The study finds that GO has more mature preparation methods, but MXene may have higher water flux. The performance of the membranes can be improved through chemical and physical modifications.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yukun Zhu, Jun Ren, Guiqing Huang, Chung-Li Dong, Yu-Cheng Huang, Ping Lu, Hua Tang, Yiming Liu, Shaohua Shen, Dongjiang Yang
Summary: In this study, a Z-scheme heterostructure is designed and fabricated by coating a red phosphorus (RP) nanolayer on high-index (116) faceted anatase TiO2 nanoparticles via chemical vapor deposition. The optimized TiO2@RP heterostructure exhibits significantly enhanced photocatalytic activity for pure water splitting, with a hydrogen evolution rate of 12.9 μmol/h under simulated solar light irradiation. This enhanced activity is attributed to the direct Z-scheme charge transfer pathway, which promotes efficient charge separation and migration.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jinqi Wang, Zhiheng Wang, Wei Wang, Yao Wang, Xiaoli Hu, Jixian Liu, Xuezhong Gong, Wenli Miao, Linliang Ding, Xinbo Li, Jianguo Tang
Summary: This article mainly discusses the aspects of TiO2-modified nanoparticles including synthetic methods, modifications, and applications, which are of great significance for improving the performance of TiO2.
