Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Yutong Zhao, Mengxue Liu, Wenqian Zhang, Xue Sun, Wenliang Wang, Wenxiu Zhang, Mengqi Tang, Wenqing Ren, Mingyu Sun, Wenling Feng, Weihua Wang
Summary: Cu3MX4 compounds have emerged as promising solar energy conversion materials due to their adjustable band gaps, high optical absorption coefficients, environmentally benign nature, and abundant elements. This study reports the successful synthesis of highly crystalline and uniform cube-shaped Cu3NbSe4 nanocrystals, and reveals the significant roles of reaction temperature, time, and surface ligand in determining their crystalline phase, size, and morphology. A Cu3NbSe4-based photodetector exhibits excellent performance with a high I-light/I-dark ratio, fast response speeds, and stability, indicating its potential applications in electronics and optoelectronics.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Qingda Liu, Qinghua Zhang, Wenxiong Shi, Hanshi Hu, Jing Zhuang, Xun Wang
Summary: The assembly of polyoxometalate clusters into layered structures, referred to as clusterphenes, has been reported. These 2D structures exhibit uniform hexagonal pores and in-plane electron delocalization properties. The resulting clusterphenes show improved stability and catalytic efficiency, thanks to the electron delocalization within the 2D layer.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Jingyuan Wu, Bella Rosa Liyarita, Haishuang Zhu, Ming Liu, Xiao Hu, Fangwei Shao
Summary: DNA hydrogels assembled with dendritic DNA exhibit tunable mechanical strength and reversible thixotropy at low DNA concentrations, enabling high cell proliferation and viability in 3D culture. The bis-entity of dendritic branches allows specific loading of bioactive clues, making it a versatile gel platform for cell regulation.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jeongwon Kim, Insub Jung, Myeong Jin Oh, Hajir Hilal, Woocheol Park, Sungho Park
Summary: Here, we present a seed-mediated synthetic method for producing pseudo three-dimensional oblate spheroids with both concave and convex nanofeatures simultaneously. By using hexagonal Au nanoplates as seeds, we were able to control the growth directions and achieve the formation of both concavity and convexity on the crystal facets. This synthetic approach allows for the synthesis of various types of highly homogeneous six-fold oblate spheroids, which have potential applications in optical materials.
CHEMISTRY OF MATERIALS
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Satoru Takeshita, Shanyu Zhao, Wim J. Malfait, Matthias M. Koebel
Summary: Chitosan, derived from food waste, is a biopolymer with high biocompatibility and easy chemical processability. Porous chitosan materials vary widely in properties, from supercritically dried mesoporous chitosan aerogels to very light freeze-dried macroporous scaffolds. Despite impressive performance at the laboratory scale, the highly porous nature of chitosan amplifies both its beneficial functionality and drawbacks, posing serious barriers to industrialization.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Bas A. H. Huisman, Francisco Palazon, Henk J. Bolink
Summary: A zero-dimensional (0D) mixed-halide hybrid organic-inorganic structure has been successfully synthesized through a solvent-free mechanochemical approach, showing sharp absorption features in the near-UV. It has been demonstrated that this 0D structure can be reversibly transformed into a three-dimensional perovskite phase by simple thermal annealing in air. This work presents a new approach to studying hybrid organic-inorganic perovskites and related 0D structures.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Nadjib Kihal, Ali Nazemi, Steve Bourgault
Summary: Research has shown that supramolecular bio-assemblies based on PDI have unique structures and functionalities. By conjugating PDI derivatives with biological molecules, nanoassemblies with tailored functional properties can be constructed.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Nicolas Marro, Rongtian Suo, Aaron B. Naden, Euan R. Kay
Summary: The future of materials chemistry lies in precisely arranging components with larger dimensions and more complex compositions. Dynamic covalent nanoparticles are emerging as attractive nanosized building blocks that allow for controlled assembly and composition. By understanding the underlying molecular events and using kinetic models, selectivity and composition of the materials can be optimized.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yihao Zhou, Jinyi Dong, Chao Zhou, Qiangbin Wang
Summary: Using three-dimensional DNA origami as the building block, it is practical to construct finite hierarchical nanostructures with complicated conformations through orthogonal and directional bonding.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Hideaki Tanaka, Tomonari Dotera, Stephen T. T. Hyde
Summary: In this paper, the self-assembly of hexagonal/triangular nanoplates into faceted bicontinuous polyhedra is demonstrated using Monte Carlo simulations. Two types of polyhedra, the regular Petrie-Coxeter infinite polyhedron and the chiral Hart gyrangle, are shown to be self-assembled. These structures offer alternative routes to bicontinuous nanostructures and have the potential for various applications.
Review
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Weiqiu Kang, Yangyang Niu, Min Lu, Yang Wei, Hongbo Li, Xiaoji Xie
Summary: Inorganic lead halide perovskites (ILHPs) have great potential for various applications due to their exceptional optical/electronic properties. Controlling the micro-/nanostructures of ILHPs is important for their further development, and self-assembly has been explored as a powerful method for achieving this. This review summarizes recent advances in the self-assembly of ILHPs and discusses their applications in photodetectors, LEDs, lasers, and X-ray imaging. The authors also provide their perspectives on the self-assembled micro-/nanostructures of ILHPs.
ACS APPLIED ELECTRONIC MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jun Li, Xiaosi Liang, Liying Cai, Chenyang Zhao
Summary: A self-generated-nanobubble scaffolding strategy was reported for the fabrication of three-dimensional metallic nanonetworks, which achieved the construction of finely interlocked nanonetworks through controlled anisotropic kinetic growth, demonstrating high electrocatalytic performance in the methanol oxidation reaction.
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Yi Li, Fei Zhang
Summary: Self-assembly of metal halide perovskite nanocrystals holds significant application value in the fields of display, detector, and solar cell due to their unique collective properties. This review covers the driving forces, commonly used methods, and different self-assembly structures of perovskite nanocrystals. Additionally, it summarizes the collective optoelectronic properties and application areas of perovskite superlattice structures, and presents an outlook on potential issues and future challenges in the development of perovskite nanocrystals.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yanze Wei, Fenghua Zhang, Jingjing Wei, Zhijie Yang
Summary: This study presents a strategy to engineer MDHs between two low-dimensional materials using curvature-complementary self-assembly. The CdSe MDHs exhibit increased light absorption, efficient charge separation, and appropriate bandgap structure. Additionally, the MDHs alleviate the sluggish kinetics of electron transfer in the CdSe subunits and act as ideal photocatalysts for benzylamine oxidation.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
David Vila-Liarte, Nicholas A. Kotov, Luis M. Liz-Marzan
Summary: The acquisition of strong chiroptical activity has revolutionized the field of plasmonics, enabling new light-matter interactions. Self-assembly of achiral nanoparticles into optically active materials simplifies engineering of chiral geometries and allows for control of structure-optical activity relationships in nanostructures. Chiral structures like helical assemblies and patterned substrates are reviewed as platforms for chiral sensing, with future potential for incorporating semiconductor emitters into plasmonic systems to generate circularly polarized photoluminescence.
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Lizebona August Ambattu, Callum Knight, Keng-hui Lin, Amy Gelmi, Leslie Y. Yeo
Summary: This study investigates the effects of short-duration mechanostimulation on endothelial junction stability and barrier capacity. The study found that the integrity of the endothelial barrier can not only recover but also enhance considerably after transient disruption, thanks to the role of calcium and cAMP signaling. Such enhancement in barrier capacity is useful for developing in vitro models that resemble in vivo conditions.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Karolina Matuszek, Mega Kar, Jennifer M. Pringle, Douglas R. MacFarlane
Summary: Thermal energy storage technologies utilizing phase change materials can mitigate the intermittency issues of wind and solar energy by storing energy in the form of heat. However, the lack of practical phase change materials due to stability and safety concerns remains a major challenge.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Hoang-Long Du, Karolina Matuszek, Rebecca Y. Hodgetts, Khang Ngoc Dinh, Pavel V. Cherepanov, Jacinta M. Bakker, Douglas R. MacFarlane, Alexandr N. Simonov
Summary: Electrochemical lithium-mediated nitrogen reduction can be used to synthesize ammonia from renewables, but integrating it into electrolyzer devices is challenging due to the lack of understanding of the relationship between performance and proton transport parameters. In this study, a top-performance N-2 electroreduction system was used to investigate the correlation between reaction metrics and proton carrier properties, including alcohols, a phosphonium cation, tetrahydrofuran, a Bronsted acid, ammonium, and water. The study showed that optimized electrolyte compositions are required for productive carriers, and ammonia electrosynthesis with the phosphonium cation and iso-propanol achieved performance close to the ethanol benchmark. It was also found that ethanol undergoes irreversible degradation through reaction with oxidized solvent, unlike iso-propanol and phosphonium cation proton carriers.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Heba Ahmed, Hossein Alijani, Ahmed El-Ghazaly, Joseph Halim, Billy J. Murdoch, Yemima Ehrnst, Emily Massahud, Amgad R. Rezk, Johanna Rosen, Leslie Y. Yeo
Summary: MXenes possess superior electrical properties, but their practical adoption is hindered by oxidative susceptibility. This study demonstrates that subjecting oxidized MXene films to nanoscale electromechanical vibration can remove the oxide layer and restore their electrochemical performance close to the original state. These promising results offer the potential for MXene rejuvenation and improve its practical application.
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Physics, Applied
Xingshuo Huang, Alan Salek, Andrew G. G. Tomkins, Colin M. M. MacRae, Nicholas C. C. Wilson, Dougal G. G. McCulloch, Jodie E. E. Bradby
Summary: In this study, the hardness of two different forms of lonsdaleite was measured using nanoindentation. The results indicate that the hardness of lonsdaleite is similar to that of diamond, suggesting that polycrystalline lonsdaleite is not significantly harder than similar forms of diamond.
APPLIED PHYSICS LETTERS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jennifer N. Murphy, Tiago Mendes, Francesca M. Kerton, Douglas R. MacFarlane
Summary: Supercapacitors are important in the transition to cleaner, renewable energy. By adding biorenewable calcite from mussel shells, the conductivity of solid-state electrolytes can be improved.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Emily Massahud, Heba Ahmed, Ravichandar Babarao, Yemima Ehrnst, Hossein Alijani, Connie Darmanin, Billy J. Murdoch, Amgad R. Rezk, Leslie Y. Yeo
Summary: This study demonstrates that defects can be engineered into ZIF-8 crystals by coupling high frequency hybrid surface and bulk acoustic waves and applying acoustic radiation pressure and hydrodynamic stresses. The diffusion of guest molecules into the material's pores is enhanced, leading to expansion of the pore framework and the creation of dangling-linker and missing-linker defects. The technology is also shown to be practical for solvent-assisted ligand exchange without compromising the framework porosity or crystal structure.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Luke A. Sylvander, Phuong Y. Le, Hiep N. Tran, Billy J. Murdoch, Enyi Guo, David R. Mckenzie, Dougal G. Mcculloch, Jim G. Partridge
Summary: In this study, polydimethyl glutarimide (PMGI) layers were modified to introduce free radical covalent binding sites. Horseradish peroxidase (HRP) enzyme was successfully immobilized on the treated PMGI, and the treated PMGI was incorporated as a gate dielectric layer in a three-terminal electrolyte-gated device. The presence of HRP on the plasma-modified PMGI gate dielectric layer altered the device characteristics and allowed for readout detection.
ANALYTICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Brenton Cook, Philipp Reineck, Thomas Shiell, Jodie Bradby, Bryan D. Esser, Joanne Etheridge, Bianca Haberl, Reinhard Boehler, David R. Mckenzie, Dougal G. McCulloch
Summary: Diamond is a crucial material for biosensors, quantum computing, and space components due to its unique properties at the nanoscale. Researchers have successfully synthesized oriented, faceted diamond particles by flash laser heating of glassy carbon, and observed their microstructure and periodicity.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Emily Massahud, Heba Ahmed, Lizebona A. Ambattu, Amgad R. Rezk, Leslie Y. Yeo
Summary: This study reports a rapid and simple one-pot aerosol-based method for synthesizing metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and encapsulating enzymes. The method increases the porosity of MOFs and modifies the structure of enzymes, resulting in higher loading efficiency, enhanced enzyme activity, and stronger protective effect against high temperature and organic solvents. Compared to traditional methods, the biocomposite material obtained in this study demonstrates improved enzyme activity and protection.
MATERIALS TODAY CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Mechanics
Jasmine O. Castro, Melati Abdul S. Halim, Lizebona A. Ambattu, Amgad R. Rezk, Ranganathan Prabhakar, Reza Nosrati, Leslie Y. Yeo
Summary: We demonstrate that the time required for a liquid bridge filament to thin and break up under elastocapillary stresses can be used as a proxy for quantifying the motile sperm concentration. By comparing the results with OpenCASA measurements, our platform is capable of predicting sperm quality with high accuracy, sensitivity, and specificity. These findings highlight the potential of our platform as a rapid, low-cost, and portable alternative for veterinary male bovine fertility assessment.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Douglas R. MacFarlane, Alexandr N. Simonov, Thi Mung Vu, Sam Johnston, Luis Miguel Azofra
Summary: The activation of dinitrogen plays a crucial role in the production of nitrogen compounds and is of fundamental importance in chemistry. This paper provides an overview of different approaches and their commonalities, aiming to establish connections for further advancements in sustainable nitrogen activation. Experimental aspects, including the positive role of increasing nitrogen pressure, are explored, along with insights on when N-15(2) experiments may or may not be necessary. Deconstructing the nitrogen reduction reaction, the paper offers a unified framework to understand the different approaches and components involved. Regarding sustainability, the authors argue that while green ammonia from a green-H-2-fed Haber-Bosch process seems promising, there is a pressing need for other sustainable approaches in real-world contexts.
FARADAY DISCUSSIONS
(2023)
Review
Biophysics
Lizebona August Ambattu, Leslie Y. Yeo
Summary: All cells have the ability to respond to mechanical stimuli through their internal machinery. This review discusses the mechanotransductive processes associated with acoustic stimuli and the applications that arise from the cellular responses, particularly in regenerative therapeutics.
BIOPHYSICS REVIEWS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Dale T. Duncan, Samantha L. Piper, Maria Forsyth, Douglas R. MacFarlane, Mega Kar
Summary: High-voltage sodium batteries are a promising solution for economical energy storage applications. Currently available electrolyte materials have limited success in such applications, thus the search for high-performing and safer alternatives is urgent. This study synthesizes six novel ionic liquids derived from two fluoroborate anions, which have shown great promise in recent battery literature. One of the synthesized ionic liquids, N-ethyl-N,N,N-tris(2-(2-methoxyethoxy)ethyl)ammonium (tetrakis)hexafluoroisopropoxy borate, exhibits promising physical properties and electrochemical performance, making it a potential high-voltage sodium electrolyte material.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Kaiqiang He, Yaoxin Hu, Ze-Xian Low, Ruoxin Wang, Fanmengjing Wang, Hongyu Ma, Xiaofang Chen, Douglas R. MacFarlane, Huanting Wang
Summary: In this study, ultrathin poly(furfuryl alcohol) nanocomposite layer was fabricated on a porous alumina support using FeCoNi oxyhydroxide nanosheets, and a carbon molecular sieve membrane was produced through carbonization. The transformation of FeCoNi oxyhydroxide nanosheets during the pyrolysis process improved the gas permeance of the carbon membrane, resulting in an excellent gas separation performance.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2022)
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)
