Article
Polymer Science
Chuxuan Chen, Can Xu, Jiaxin Zhai, Yuhong Ma, Changwen Zhao, Wantai Yang
Summary: A solvent-free method was developed to prepare uniform SMI microspheres from SMA and gaseous amine, leading to improved thermal properties, enhanced solubility, and superior surface characteristics compared to SMA microspheres.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
George M. Neville, Karen J. Edler, Gareth J. Price
Summary: Fluorescently-labelled variants of poly(styrene-co-maleic acid) have been synthesized by RAFT copolymerization and shown to form nanodiscs when interacting with lipids. These novel copolymers can encapsulate lipids and membrane proteins, making them potentially useful in fluorescence-based biological studies.
Article
Polymer Science
Guanfei Liu, Meiling Guo, Shishan Xue, Xi Yang, Li Wang, Chuanxia Zhao, Dong Xiang, Hui Li, Jingjuan Lai, Zhenyu Li, Yuanpeng Wu
Summary: In this study, the researchers developed a dual-crosslinked organohydrogel by immersing poly(acrylamide-co-maleic acid) hydrogels in a solution of triethylene glycol, sodium chloride, and water. The organohydrogel showed extraordinary stretchability and excellent electrical conductivity due to physical interactions and chemical crosslinked networks. A stretchable electronic sensor based on this organohydrogel was fabricated and demonstrated a wide strain sensing window and excellent stability. Importantly, the sensor could accurately detect various activities at low temperatures, showing promising prospects for applications.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Thi Hong Anh Nguyen, Thi Tuong Vy Le, Bao An Huynh, Ngoc Vy Nguyen, Van Thuan Le, Van -Dat Doan, Vy Anh Tran, Anh-Tien Nguyen, Xuan Thang Cao, Yasser Vasseghian
Summary: This study presents a green approach to synthesize novel biogenic AuNPs using Cistanche deserticola (CD) extract as a bioreducing agent and stabilizing them on poly(styrene-co-maleic anhydride) (PSMA). The synthesized Au@PSMA nanoparticles showed excellent performance in catalytic reduction of 3-NP and sensing detection of Pb2+ ions.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Haonan Cheng, Yunjie Yin, Bo Wang, Junrong Zhu, Chaoxia Wang
Summary: The synthesis of highly conductive poly(styrene)/poly(aniline) microspheres was explored using poly(styrene-co-methacrylic acid). The copolymer microspheres showed excellent electrical conductivity and potential for manufacturing conductive composites due to their low polymer dispersity index and high zeta-potential. The in-situ polymerization of aniline on the microspheres resulted in a highly conductive disc with superior electrical conductivity and low percolation threshold.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Guijing Chen, Yuanyuan Yang, Dongdong Kang, Qingqing Qin, Jinbo Jin, Huiju Shao, Shuhao Qin
Summary: Blending styrene-maleic anhydride copolymer (SMA) with CPVC can improve the performance of ultrafiltration membranes by adjusting microstructures, increasing pure water flux and permeability, reducing irreversible fouling index, and enhancing flux recovery ratio.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Polymer Science
Sagar Bag, Soumyadeep Ghosh, Soumya Paul, Md Ezaz Hasan Khan, Priyadarsi De
Summary: S-MI/MA alternating copolymers, known for their tunable molecular weight, narrow dispersity, and precise chain-end functionality, have recently been discovered to exhibit unprecedented emissive behavior, outperforming traditional fluorophores. They are easy to synthesize, utilize cheap starting materials, can be functionalized post-polymerization, exhibit aqueous solubility, and offer greater cell viability.
MACROMOLECULAR RAPID COMMUNICATIONS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Dongjun Lv, Xiaolei Zhang, Guocheng Gao, Jing Tang, Zilong Zhang, Yihui Liu, Ran Wang, LeiFang Liu
Summary: This study successfully synthesized SMA-g-PEA water-based hyperdispersants, which help improve the application performance of pigments by reducing system viscosity and improving pigment coloring intensity.
PIGMENT & RESIN TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yerim Lee, Kyungwhan Min, Jiyong Choi, Garam Choi, Hyungjun Kim, Tae-Hyun Kim
Summary: In this study, novel AEMs with microphase separation were developed by incorporating PIM and chemically crosslinking it with SEBS. The 30x-PIM-SEBS membrane with a crosslinking degree of 30% exhibited the highest ionic conductivity and pronounced microphase separation. This membrane also showed impressive alkaline stability, thermal stability, and oxidative stability, and outperformed the commercial FAA-3-50 membrane in AEMWE testing.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Hairong Zhu, Zhe Sun, Huixing Cao, Bowen Wang, Junliang Zhao, Ji Pan, Guodong Xu, Zhiyu Jin, Feng Yan
Summary: The study demonstrates the preparation of stable AEMs with high hydroxide ion conductivity and good dimensional stability through a general synthesis strategy. The AEMs showed high hydroxide conductivity and good alkaline stability, highlighting their potential for applications in alkaline membrane fuel cells. The single H-2/O-2 fuel cell utilizing the AEM membrane exhibited a high power density, emphasizing the performance of the synthesized AEMs.
Article
Materials Science, Characterization & Testing
Wei Miao, Wenxi Cheng, Weiqiang Song
Summary: This study prepared polylactide (PLA)/wood flour (WF)/calcium carbonate (CC) composites with different content of poly(maleic anhydride -co- vinyl acetate) (PMAVA). The addition of PMAVA improved the torque balance of PLA/WF/CC composites as shown by the torque-time curves. SEM photographs showed enhanced compatibility and interfacial adhesion between the filler (CC or WF) and PLA after the addition of PMAVA. DSC heating curves indicated that WF and CC had unrelated effects on the crystal of PLA, and the presence of PMAVA decreased the crystal integrity of PLA. The tensile test results demonstrated increased tensile strength and modulus with the addition of PMAVA, and the composite with 0.5 wt% PMAVA showed the best tensile performance. Hydrolysis results indicated that low content of PMAVA in the composite improved its hydrolysis rate.
Article
Polymer Science
Jun Zhong, Xinyue Zhang, Xiaofeng Yu, Xuanyu Shi, Shihao Sun, Li Yang, Min Zuo, Yihu Song, Qiang Zheng
Summary: The selective distribution of silica nanoparticles grafted with crosslinked PMMA in PMMA/SAN blend was studied. Highly crosslinked PMMA chains mainly located in the PMMA-rich domains, while linear PMMA chains mainly located at the blend matrix interface. NPs grafted with slightly crosslinked chains were partially located at the interface and partially in the PMMA-rich domains. The deviation between theoretical prediction and actual location of modified NPs may be related to the heterogeneity of miniemulsion polymerization. The different locations of modified NPs induced by different grafted chain structures can result in various compatibilization effects on PMMA/SAN blend.
Article
Polymer Science
Qing Zhang, Yongguang Gao, Baojing Luo, Yan Cui, Shili Shu, Wei Chen, Lei Wang
Summary: Poly(butylene succinate-butylene terephthalate) (PBST) and polylactic acid (PLA) were blended using styrene-maleic anhydride copolymer (PSMA) as a compatibilizer. The addition of PSMA improved the compatibility between PBST and PLA, resulting in enhanced mechanical properties. The blends exhibited shear-thinning behavior and belonged to pseudoplastic non-Newtonian fluids.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Zainab Safaa Al Hachim, Ali Mousa Ridha, Mohammad N. AL-Baiati, Qusay F. Alsalhy, Hasan Shakir Majdi
Summary: This study successfully synthesized PMG nanoparticles and incorporated them into PES membranes, leading to structural changes and improved performance, showing good water flux and protein retention.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Yunhui Hua, Xiang Ren, Hongmin Ma, Dan Wu, Xianzhen Song, Huan Wang, Lei Yang, Dawei Fan, Qin Wei
Summary: This research developed an easy and effective method for fabricating water-dispersible iridium polymer dots (IrPdots) as electrochemiluminescence (ECL) probes using water-insoluble iridium complexes. The IrPdots generated strong ECL signals and were used for signal changes during target antigen analysis. A sandwich immunosensor was constructed using Pd nanoparticles decorated MoS2/Ti3C2Tx MXene nanocomposites as substrates for capture antibodies, which amplified ECL signals and improved detection sensitivity. The developed immunosensor showed good linearity and low detection limit for the model analyte cytokeratin 19 fragment 21-1 (CYFRA 21-1).
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Chuan-Pei Lee, Wei-Fu Chen, Tadesse Billo, Yan-Gu Lin, Fang-Yu Fu, Satyanarayana Samireddi, Chih-Hao Lee, Jih-Shang Hwang, Kuei-Hsien Chen, Li-Chyong Chen
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2016)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Chien-Wen Wang, Kung-Wen Liu, Wei-Fu Chen, Jing-De Zhou, Hong-Ping Lin, Chun-Han Hsu, Ping-Lin Kuo
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY FRONTIERS
(2016)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Si-Ling Fang, Tsu-Chin Chou, Satyanarayana Samireddi, Kuei-Hsien Chen, Li-Chyong Chen, Wei-Fu Chen
ROYAL SOCIETY OPEN SCIENCE
(2017)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Wei-Fu Chen, Kotaro Sasaki, Chao Ma, Anatoly I. Frenkel, Nebojsa Marinkovic, James T. Muckerman, Yimei Zhu, Radoslav R. Adzic
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2012)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Wei-Fu Chen, James T. Muckerman, Etsuko Fujita
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2013)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Wei-Fu Chen, Jonathan M. Schneider, Kotaro Sasaki, Chiu-Hui Wang, Jacob Schneider, Shilpa Iyer, Shweta Iyer, Yimei Zhu, James T. Muckerman, Etsuko Fujita
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
W. -F. Chen, C. -H. Wang, K. Sasaki, N. Marinkovic, W. Xu, J. T. Muckerman, Y. Zhu, R. R. Adzic
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2013)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Wei-Fu Chen, Shilpa Iyer, Shweta Iyer, Kotaro Sasaki, Chiu-Hui Wang, Yimei Zhu, James T. Muckerman, Etsuko Fujita
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2013)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Kuanping Gong, Wei-Fu Chen, Kotaro Sasaki, Dong Su, Miomir B. Vukmirovic, Weiping Zhou, Elise L. Izzo, Carmen Perez-Acosta, Pussana Hirunsit, Perla B. Balbuena, Radoslav R. Adzic
JOURNAL OF ELECTROANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2010)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wei-Fu Chen, Jing-Ping Wang, Chun-Han Hsu, Jing-Yi Jhan, Hsisheng Teng, Ping-Lin Kuo
JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY C
(2010)
Article
Polymer Science
Wei-Fu Chen, Yu-Cheng Shen, Huang-Ming Hsu, Ping-Lin Kuo
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Kotaro Sasaki, Hideo Naohara, YongMan Choi, Yun Cai, Wei-Fu Chen, Ping Liu, Radoslav R. Adzic
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2012)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Hikmatun Ni'mah, Wei-Fu Chen, Yu-Cheng Shen, Ping-Lin Kuo
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Kurian A. Kuttiyiel, Kotaro Sasaki, Wei-Fu Chen, Dong Su, Radoslav R. Adzic
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2014)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Mei Gui Vanessa Wee, Amutha Chinnappan, Runxin Shang, Poh Seng Lee, Seeram Ramakrishna
Summary: Cooling processes, from residences to industries, require a lot of energy and are essential. This study introduces MIL-101(Cr), a new desiccant, to heat exchangers for more efficient cooling. By improving the synthesis method and using a special binder, the MIL-101(Cr)-coated heat exchanger shows improved water uptake capacity and lower regeneration temperature.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ao Zhen, Guanyu Zhang, Ao Wang, Feng Luo, Jiehua Li, Hong Tan, Zhen Li
Summary: In this study, a solvent-free microemulsion method was used to synthesize waterborne polyurethane (WPU) material with high retention of mechanical properties and satisfactory water absorption rates. The material showed excellent biocompatibility and has broad application potential in the field of biomedicine.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Wensong Ge, Rui Wang, Xiaoyang Zhu, Houchao Zhang, Luanfa Sun, Fei Wang, Hongke Li, Zhenghao Li, Xinyi Du, Huangyu Chen, Fan Zhang, Huifa Shi, Huiqiang Hu, Yongming Xi, Jiankang He, Liang Hu, Hongbo Lan
Summary: This paper reviews the research on the surface tension of eutectic gallium-indium alloys (EGaIn) in the field of stretchable electronics. It covers the principles of oxide layer formation, factors influencing surface tension, and methods for surface modification of liquid metals. The paper also discusses the applications of EGaIn surface modification in different fields and highlights the challenges still faced and the future outlook.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Xiang Song, Lianghao Jia, Zhengen Wei, Tao Xiang, Shaobing Zhou
Summary: This paper provides an overview of the application, preparation, and role of biomimetic structures in solar evaporators with improved evaporation rate and lifetime.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wei Yuan, Qian Deng, Dong Pan, Xiang An, Canyang Zhao, Wenjun Su, Zhengmin He, Qiang Sun, Ran Ang
Summary: Optimizing the performance of n-type PbTe thermoelectric materials is crucial for practical applications. Dynamic doping has emerged as an effective method to improve the performance of n-type PbTe by optimizing the carrier concentration. This study demonstrates the significance of Mn alloying in enhancing the performance of Ag-doped n-type PbTe by creating a hierarchical structure to suppress thermal transport and improving the Seebeck coefficient.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Xiaoyan Wang, Meiqi Geng, Shengjun Sun, Qian Xiang, Shiyuan Dong, Kai Dong, Yongchao Yao, Yan Wang, Yingchun Yang, Yongsong Luo, Dongdong Zheng, Qian Liu, Jianming Hu, Qian Wu, Xuping Sun, Bo Tang
Summary: This review provides a comprehensive analysis of the progress and challenges in the field of bifunctional electrocatalysts and efficient electrolyzers for seawater splitting. It summarizes recent advancements and proposes future perspectives for highly efficient bifunctional electrocatalysts and electrolyzers.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jason K. Phong, Christopher B. Cooper, Lukas Michalek, Yangju Lin, Yuya Nishio, Yuran Shi, Huaxin Gong, Julian A. Vigil, Jan Ilavsky, Ivan Kuzmenko, Zhenan Bao
Summary: Dynamic block copolymers (DBCPs) combine the phase separation of traditional block copolymers with the supramolecular self-assembly of periodic dynamic polymers, resulting in the spontaneous self-assembly of high aspect ratio nanofibers with well-ordered PEG and PDMS domains. DBCPs with a periodic block sequence exhibit superior properties compared to those with a random sequence, including delayed onset of terminal flow and higher ionic conductivity values.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hong Kyu Lee, Yasaswini Oruganti, Jonghyeon Lee, Seunghee Han, Jihan Kim, Dohyun Moon, Min Kim, Dae-Woon Lim, Hoi Ri Moon
Summary: This study reports the moisture-triggered proton-conductivity switching behavior in Zn5FDC MOFs induced by the presence and absence of coordinating solvents, which illustrates the significant role of coordinating solvents in conductivity variation.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Bommaramoni Yadagiri, Sanjay Sandhu, Ashok Kumar Kaliamurthy, Francis Kwaku Asiam, Jongdeok Park, Appiagyei Ewusi Mensah, Jae-Joon Lee
Summary: The molecular engineering of the interface modulator between the perovskite and hole transporting material is crucial for achieving satisfactory performance and stability of perovskite solar cells. In this study, cruciform-shaped dual functional organic materials were employed as surface passivation and hole transporting interfacial layers in perovskite solar cells. The use of these materials significantly improved the power conversion efficiency of the solar cells.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Joaquin Martinez-Ortigosa, Reisel Millan, Jorge Simancas, Manuel Hernandez-Rodriguez, J. Alejandro Vidal-Moya, Jose L. Jorda, Charlotte Martineau-Corcos, Vincent Sarou-Kanian, Mercedes Boronat, Teresa Blasco, Fernando Rey
Summary: This study investigates the synthesis of all-silica RTH zeolites using triisopropyl(methyl)phosphonium as the organic SDA. The results show the formation of two distinct crystalline phases under different synthesis conditions, with fluoride bonding to different silicon sites. It demonstrates the possibility of controlling the placement of fluoride in RTH zeolites through synthesis conditions.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Luyao Zheng, Cong Liu, Wenbiao Zhang, Boxu Gao, Tianlan Yan, Yahong Zhang, Xiaoming Cao, Qingsheng Gao, Yi Tang
Summary: This study successfully improves the efficiency and stability of water splitting by constructing a heterostructured electrocatalyst. The catalyst shows extraordinary performance and could offer an effective approach for the sustainable production of hydrogen.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Carlos A. Campos-Roldan, Raphael Chattot, Frederic Pailloux, Andrea Zitolo, Jacques Roziere, Deborah J. Jones, Sara Cavaliere
Summary: This study systematically evaluated the hydrogen evolution/oxidation reactions on a series of Pt-rare earth nanoalloys in alkaline media, and identified the effect of the lanthanide contraction. The experimental results revealed that the chemical nature of the rare earth modulates the adsorption and mobility of oxygenated-species, enhancing the kinetics of the reactions.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Sara Frank, Mads Folkjaer, Mads L. N. Nielsen, Melissa J. Marks, Henrik S. Jeppesen, Marcel Ceccato, Simon J. L. Billinge, Jacopo Catalano, Nina Lock
Summary: This study investigates the thermal decomposition of ZIF-67 and its correlation with structural evolution and electrocatalytic performance. The researchers used in situ X-ray absorption spectroscopy and total scattering techniques to analyze the process. They found that disorder emerges at lower temperatures and that extending the pyrolysis process can result in materials with superior electrochemical properties.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zi-Yang Zhang, Hao Tian, Han Jiao, Xin Wang, Lei Bian, Yuan Liu, Nithima Khaorapapong, Yusuke Yamauchi, Zhong-Li Wang
Summary: By constructing Cu-0-Cu+-NH2 composite interfaces with the assistance of SiO2, the electrochemical CO2 reduction reaction (CO2RR) achieves high Faraday efficiency and current density for C2+ production, improving the productivity of carbon cycle.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ting Wang, Ruijuan Zhang, Pengda Zhai, Mingjie Li, Xinying Liu, Chaoxu Li
Summary: This study successfully exfoliated COFs using a simple electrochemical method, which resulted in improved photocatalytic performance for COFs and enriched the fabrication approach of COF exfoliation.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)