Article
Electrochemistry
Aysha Siddika Asha, Justice Nkemakolam Iroegbu, Benjoe Rey B. Visayas, Maricris Mayes, Caiwei Shen
Summary: Polymer electrolyte-based EDLCs are being widely studied for various energy storage applications. The atomic structure of the polymer electrolyte-electrode interface has been simulated and compared with an aqueous electrolyte-based system. Statistical analyses and ab initio calculations reveal that the differences in the EDL structures mainly arise from the different interaction strengths between ions, polymer or water molecules, and graphene electrodes. The reduced capacitances with polymer electrolytes reported in the literature are due to the poor electrode-electrolyte interface, which can be improved through thermal treatments.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ezzoubair Bendadesse, Anatolii V. Morozov, Artem M. Abakumov, Hubert Perrot, Jean-Marie Tarascon, Ozlem Sel
Summary: In this study, an advanced ac-electrogravimetry method combined with classical electrochemical quartz crystal microbalance (EQCM) was used to investigate the effect of solvent/salt combinations on the structure of the electrical double layer (EDL) formed at the electrolyte/electrode interface (EEI) of LixMoO3. The results provided solid experimental evidence of the direct relationship between the solvation of ions and solvent polarity. This elegant and powerful method can be adopted to improve the engineering of interfaces in electrochemical energy storage devices.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
X. Wu, H. Yang, M. Yu, J. Liu, S. Li
Summary: The article discusses the principal challenge of reliable energy storage in the 21st century, focusing on the potential advantages and challenges facing aqueous supercapacitors as future high safety energy storage devices, as well as the efforts made in the past few decades to design high energy density AqSCs.
MATERIALS TODAY ENERGY
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Shrishti Sharma, M. Dinachandra Singh, Anshuman Dalvi
Summary: This study reports the fabrication and characterization of all-solid-state supercapacitors utilizing a conductive filler dispersed solid polymer electrolyte. The research demonstrates that the electrical conductivity of the CSPE membranes is closely related to the EDLC performance, with the LATP content in the membranes playing a crucial role in enhancing capacitance. Additionally, EDLC cells with LATP dispersed CSPE exhibit improved stability during thermal cycling between 40 degrees C and 80 degrees C.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2022)
Review
Energy & Fuels
Muhammad Sajjad, Muhammad Ibrar Khan, Fang Cheng, Wen Lu
Summary: Aqueous asymmetric supercapacitors (AASCs) are considered a promising energy storage system due to their low cost, high energy and power densities, and excellent cyclic stability. However, the short potential window of aqueous electrolytes poses challenges. This review article discusses recent developments in aqueous electrolyte research, the impact of electrolyte properties on supercapacitor performance, and techniques for improving electrode performance.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Rika Taslim, Refky Refanza, Muhammad Ihsan Hamdy, Apriwandi Apriwandi, Erman Taer
Summary: This study converted bread bio-waste into 3D hierarchical porous carbon through a simple method and utilized it as the main component of a supercapacitor. The optimized porous carbon exhibited high porosity with 76.98% micropores and 23.02% mesopores, as well as well-defined wettability of self-doping heteroatoms. The electrochemical behavior in a symmetric supercapacitor cell showed high specific capacitance and rate capability, while the activation temperature of 850°C resulted in the highest energy density and low equivalent series resistance.
JOURNAL OF ANALYTICAL AND APPLIED PYROLYSIS
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Chaoran Qin, Xiaoyi Wu, Cui Huang, Bo Duan, Jinping Zhou, Hongye Yang, Ang Lu
Summary: In this study, a tooth-derived supercapacitor was fabricated for the first time, demonstrating excellent performance and potential for applications in energy storage field.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jinrui Ye, Zhongbao Wang, Qin Lei, Lei Sun, Jinfeng Gu
Summary: Structural energy storage composites offer the advantage of combining structural strength and electrochemical properties. This research presents a simple method for fabricating a structural supercapacitor using modified carbon fiber electrodes and epoxy resin-based structural electrolytes, demonstrating their practical potential in energy storage applications.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Erman Taer, Apriwandi Apriwandi, Miftah Ainul Mardiah, Rika Taslim
Summary: This study presents a green synthesis method for highly micro-mesoporous nanosheets derived from bio-waste. The 2D nanosheet was prepared without the use of templates or binders. Sub-ultra-micropores were confirmed, with mesoporosity dominating at 66.8%. The carbon nanosheet boosted the specific capacitance almost 3-fold to 320.95 F g(-1).
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENERGY RESEARCH
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
P. E. Lokhande, Sahana Kulkarni, Sandip Chakrabarti, H. M. Pathan, Monika Sindhu, Deepak Kumar, Jashanpreet Singh, Anupam Kumar, Yogendra Kumar Mishra, Dana-Cristina Toncu, Mikael Syvajarvi, Ajit Sharma, Ashutosh Tiwari
Summary: The increasing energy demand has led to the search for new smart materials to address the crises in energy generation and storage. Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) have emerged as efficient porous organic-inorganic structures that can serve as building blocks for synthesizing highly efficient energy materials. Recent advancements in MOF-derived materials have shown impressive performance in energy conversion and storage for supercapacitor electrodes.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Ying Wang, Cuili Xiang, Yongjin Zou, Fen Xu, Lixian Sun, Jian Zhang
Summary: This study successfully prepared three-dimensional flower-like ZnCo2S4@PPy composite material with remarkable electrochemical performance for potential use as supercapacitor electrode material. The unique flower-like core-shell structure contributed to the excellent performance of ZnCo2S4@PPy, making it a promising electrode material for future energy-storage devices.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Xiangping Li, Zhenping Su, Peng Liang, Jianguang Zhang
Summary: By studying the electrochemical properties of carbon materials derived from different fungus waste as electrodes for supercapacitors, it was found that biochar derived from Flammulina velutipes stipe showed higher capacitance, lower resistance, and better cycling stability.
BIOMASS CONVERSION AND BIOREFINERY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Adam Slesinski, Sylwia Sroka, Sergio Aina, Justyna Piwek, Krzysztof Fic, M. Pilar Lobera, Maria Bernechea, Elzbieta Frackowiak
Summary: The concept of a double-redox electrochemical capacitor operating in an aqueous electrolyte is proposed in this paper. The redox activity of sulphur from insoluble Bi2S3 nanocrystals is demonstrated, and the use of MPA as a ligand attached to the surface of the nanocrystals significantly boosts the performance. The combination of redox activity and iodide reactions enables the formation of a discharge voltage plateau, effectively boosting the capacitance and specific energy of the device.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Siyuan Xu, Xiaohong Liang, Kangkang Ge, Haiyang Yuan, Guangming Liu
Summary: A low-molecular-weight supramolecular gel electrolyte (SGE) has been successfully developed for quasi-solid-state supercapacitors (QSSCs), which shows comparable performance dependence on electrode thickness as bulk electrolyte solutions. The high ionic conductivity and good wettability of the SGE contribute to its effective filling of thick porous activated carbon electrodes.
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Electrochemistry
Yuru Ge, Zaichun Liu, Yuping Wu, Rudolf Holze
Summary: This study examined and compared representative supercapacitor electrode materials including activated carbon, MgCo2O4, and MnO2 in terms of mass utilization, active layer thickness, rate of electrode potential change, and current density. The conclusions highlight the importance of utilization and rational design, with suggestions for proper data reporting for meaningful comparison of results.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wellars Utetiwabo, Lei Zhou, Muhammad Khurram Tufail, Xintao Zuo, Le Yang, Jinfeng Zeng, Ruiwen Shao, Wen Yang
Summary: Defect engineering through induction of dislocations has been successfully implemented to enhance the electrochemical performance of electrode materials. The presence of dislocations offers additional active sites for lithium-ion storage and can tune electrical and ionic properties, making the material suitable for fast-charging lithium-ion batteries. The removal of dislocated areas results in lattice contraction, alleviation of volume expansion, and structural stability preservation.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xiaoyan Wang, Le Yang, Niaz Ahmad, Leguan Ran, Ruiwen Shao, Wen Yang
Summary: A colloid liquid electrolyte (CLE) with lithium thiocarbonate (LTC) colloids is designed to enhance the capacity and durability of lithium-ion batteries. The LTC colloids improve the transfer kinetics of lithium ions at the cathode/electrolyte interface, resulting in higher conductivity and enhanced cycling stability. The introduction of LTC colloids also forms an ultrathin cathode electrolyte interface, further improving the interfacial charge transfer. This strategy shows potential for next-generation energy storage systems.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Muhammad Zubair, M. Imtiaz Khan, Muhammad Khurram Tufail, Muhammad Faisal Iqbal, Mohammed M. Fadhali, Ali Hassan, Hisham S. M. Abd-Rabboh, Thamraa Alshahrani, Hazrat Ali, Misbha Rafiq Khan
Summary: In this study, the researchers aim to improve the voltage stability and Li+ kinetics in lithium-rich layered oxide (LrLO) cathode materials by introducing Ti doping. The Ti doping effectively enhances the structural/interfacial stability of the cathode and accelerates the Li+ kinetics. Experimental results show that Ti-doped LrLO exhibits high electrochemical kinetics and superior high-rate performance, indicating its potential for practical applications in future batteries.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wei He, Niaz Ahmad, Shaorui Sun, Xiao Zhang, Leguan Ran, Ruiwen Shao, Xuefeng Wang, Wen Yang
Summary: To meet the growing demand for higher energy density all-solid-state lithium batteries, increasing the working voltage of LiCoO2 is crucial. In this study, a nano-metric LNTO coated LCO cathode was designed to stabilize the cathode lattice and minimize side reactions. The stable spinel phase and the LNTO nano-layer improved the cyclic stability and li+ migration at the cathode interface, leading to sulfide-based ASSLBs with enhanced long-term performance.
ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Syed Shoaib Ahmad Shah, Naseem Ahmad Khan, Muhammad Imran, Muhammad Rashid, Muhammad Khurram Tufail, Aziz ur Rehman, Georgia Balkourani, Manzar Sohail, Tayyaba Najam, Panagiotis Tsiakaras
Summary: The hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) is a promising technology for delivering clean energy using renewable sources. The use of transition metal tellurides (TMTs) and transition metal phosphides (TMPs) as electrocatalysts has emerged as a highly efficient, low-cost, and stable alternative to platinum-based catalysts. This review focuses on the progress made in the past decade, providing a detailed summary of their development and offering guidelines for the design of new electrocatalysts for energy conversion and storage technologies.
Article
Physics, Applied
Qifu Sun, Muhammad Khurram Tufail, Wenkai Li, Ning Zhao, Zhijie Bi, Xiangxin Guo
Summary: Solid-state lithium batteries with high-mass-loading cathodes are achieved by introducing three-dimensional electronic-conductivity current collectors and in situ solidification of polymer electrolytes. The 3D carbon felts as porous electronic current collectors accommodate a considerably increased loading of cathode materials. The in situ solidified polymer electrolytes ensure conformal ionic conducting channels inside the cathodes, resulting in excellent battery performance.
APPLIED PHYSICS LETTERS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Danish Ahmed, Adeel Ahmed, Muhammad Usman, Muhammad Rafiq, Muhammad Khurram Tufail, Tayyab Ahmed, A. Manan Memon, Waquar Ahmed Khokhar
Summary: In this study, titanium dioxide (TiO2) nanoparticles synthesized via the sol-gel method were used for the oxidation of atrazine herbicide from water. A batch-scale photocatalytic reactor was designed for experimental work, and the process was monitored using a UV-visible spectrophotometer. Operational parameters such as catalyst loading and pollutant concentration were investigated. The results confirmed the high purity of the synthesized nanoparticles and their effectiveness in degrading atrazine under UV light.
ZEITSCHRIFT FUR PHYSIKALISCHE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH IN PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY & CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Waquar Ahmed Khokhar, Atef El Jery, Adeel Ahmed, Mouataz Aldrdery, Danish Ahmed, Muhammad Usman, Muhammad Rafiq, Raza Ullah, Muhammad Khurram Tufail
Summary: Highly conductive and stable β-Al2O3 electrolyte powder was obtained by solid-state reaction technique at different temperatures (1200°C, 1250°C, 1300°C, 1350°C, and 1400°C). The study showed that there was a slight improvement in ionic conductivity from 1200°C to 1400°C. With increasing sintering temperature, the EIS curve exhibited a short curve of resistance. The maximum ionic conductivity of 7.07 x 10(-4) S cm(-2) was achieved at 1400°C (1800 Ω), which was attributed to the high beta content in Al2O3 as confirmed by X-ray diffraction results. Moreover, the morphology of Al2O3 exhibited less porosity and denser particles within the powder.
ZEITSCHRIFT FUR PHYSIKALISCHE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH IN PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY & CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Misbah Malik, Sobhy M. Ibrahim, Muhammad Altaf Nazir, Asif A. Tahir, Muhammad Khurram Tufail, Syed Shoaib Ahmad Shah, Aqsa Anum, Muhammad Ahmad Wattoo, Aziz Ur Rehman
Summary: Robust hybrid g-C3N4/ZnO-W/Co-x heterojunction composites were synthesized using simple and low-cost coprecipitation methods. Characterization techniques such as FTIR, XRD, FESEM, and EDX were used to investigate the fabricated catalyst. The as-synthesized g-C3N4/ZnO-W/Co-0.010 composite showed impressive photocatalytic performance, achieving 90% degradation of methylene blue (MB) under visible light within 90 minutes of irradiation. Furthermore, the synthesized composites exhibited good recyclability and mechanical stability over five cycles.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Pengfei Zhai, Ruiwen Shao, Chaoyuan Zeng, Shuangquan Qu, Fei Pei, Yuchuan Li, Wen Yang
Summary: The practical application of high-rate solid-state lithium metal batteries has been hindered by uncontrolled dendrite growth, poor rate performance, and insufficient mechanical strength of solid polymer electrolytes (SPE) due to crystallization-induced anisotropic ion transport. In this study, a robust ion-rectifying PEO-TOC membrane was developed by incorporating titanium-oxo clusters (TOC) into PEO-LiN(CF3SO2)2 (LiTFSI) electrolyte. The PEO-TOC membrane showed dendrite-free lithium metal deposition and achieved high-rate performance and good cycling performance, which is challenging for routine SPEs with anisotropic ion flux and mechanical properties.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Muhammad Khurram Tufail, Adeel Ahmed, Muhammad Rafiq, Muhammad Asif Nawaz, Syed Shoaib Ahmad Shah, Manzar Sohail, Muhammad Sufyan Javed, Tayyaba Najam, Raed H. Althomali, Mohammed M. Rahman
Summary: In recent years, flexible and wearable electronics have become increasingly popular, impacting various aspects of our lives. Development of flexible lithium-ion batteries (FLIBs) has received significant attention, focusing on the selection of suitable materials and factors that evaluate flexibility. This review discusses the chemistry of carbon-based materials, covalent-organic frameworks (COFs), metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and MXene-based materials, as well as their flexible cell design and excellent electrochemical performances. The application of solid polymer and solid electrolytes to accelerate FLIBs development is also explored. Additionally, contributions and developments from different countries, prospects, and potential of flexible materials in FLIB research are highlighted.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Syed Shoaib Ahmad Shah, Muhammad Altaf Nazir, Azhar Mahmood, Manzar Sohail, Aziz Ur Rehman, Muhammad Khurram Tufail, Tayyaba Najam, Muhammad Sufyan Javed, Sayed M. Eldin, Md Rezaur Rahman, Mohammed M. Rahman
Summary: This article summarizes the recent trends in developing 2D electrically conductive MOFs and their potential applications in various fields, providing future perspectives.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Peiwen Yu, Niaz Ahmad, Jie Yang, Chaoyuan Zeng, Xiaoxiao Liang, Weiming Huang, Mei Ni, Pengcheng Mao, Wen Yang
Summary: In this study, an Al and O dual-doped strategy was proposed to improve the reactivity of Li3PS4 solid-state electrolyte towards moisture and Li-metal, and to apply it in all-solid-state lithium batteries. The optimized Li3.08Al0.04P0.96S3.92O0.08 solid-state electrolyte showed high ionic conductivity and chemical stability, inhibiting structural hydrolysis and parasitic reactions. It exhibited good cycling performance and capacity retention in experiments.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Review
Physics, Applied
Muhammad Khurram Tufail, Pengbo Zhai, Mengyang Jia, Ning Zhao, Xiangxin Guo
Summary: Computation can be used to discover new solid electrolytes for next-generation all-solid-state metal batteries with increased ionic conductivity and excellent safety. Despite the promise of predicted solid electrolytes, conventional synthetic methods often face challenges due to optimization procedures and high costs. This review covers ion migration mechanisms and computational approaches to explore ion conduction in inorganic materials, providing insight for the design and optimization of high-performance solid electrolytes.
ENERGY MATERIAL ADVANCES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Peiwen Yu, Shaorui Sun, Chunhao Sun, Chaoyuan Zeng, Ze Hua, Niaz Ahmad, Ruiwen Shao, Wen Yang
Summary: A novel Li2S-LixIn2S3 cathode material is designed and synthesized for all-solid-state Li/S batteries (ASSLSBs), which exhibits efficient electronic and ionic transport, minimized volume change, and excellent electrochemical performance.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Qian Wu, Yubo Cui, Guifeng Xia, Jinlong Yang, Shuming Du, Xinhong Xiong, Li Yang, Dong Xu, Xu Deng, Jiaxi Cui
Summary: Passive daytime radiative cooling (PDRC) technology, while promising for global spacing cooling, faces limitations in practical application due to reduced cooling effectiveness caused by wear and dirt contamination. Researchers have developed a renewable armor structure using fluorinated hollow glass microspheres to enhance the anti-fouling and cooling properties of PDRC coatings. The coatings exhibit high solar reflectance and thermal emittance, leading to significant temperature reduction below ambient temperature.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Qiang Bei, Bei Zhang, Kaifeng Wang, Shiming Zhang, Guichuan Xing, Clement Cabanetos
Summary: The power conversion efficiency (PCE) of organic solar cells (OSCs) has reached 20% in recent years, thanks to the advantages of organic photoactive materials. Benzothiadiazole (BT) has attracted significant research attention as a building block of OSCs. OSCs based on BT structure have shown diversity, and the increasing PCE values indicate a promising future for OSCs. This review analyzes the progress made in the last decades, focusing on effective BT small-molecules and BT polymers for OSCs. The structure-property relationships, donor-acceptor matching criteria, and morphology control approaches are discussed. The remaining challenges and a personal perspective on the future advancement of OSCs are summarized.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Rong He, Dandan Tang, Ningge Xu, Heng Liu, Kun Dou, Xuejun Zhou, Fabiao Yu
Summary: Nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) is a common malignant tumor of the head and neck, with a high incidence in China and Southeast Asian countries. In this study, a novel near-infrared fluorescent probe, SNAFL-GSH, was designed and synthesized for the detection of glutathione (GSH). The probe showed selective detection of GSH and the ability to distinguish normal and cancer cells. It has great potential for application in the diagnosis and evaluation of NPC.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zhukang Guo, Baijiang Jin, Yile Fang, Lian Jin, Song Li, Yan Deng, Zhu Chen, Hui Chen, Yuanying Zhang, Rabia Usman, Nongyue He
Summary: This study isolated primary cells that can be stably passaged from spontaneous tumors of genetically engineered pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma model mice and used an autonomously developed automated screening instrument for efficient nucleic acid aptamer screening. The obtained aptamers were affinity verified at the cellular level. The study also investigated the impact of cell growth environment difference on the recognition ability of aptamers and confirmed the targeting ability and drug loading ability of the aptamer.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zhongshan Yang, Qiqi Zhang, Hui Song, Xin Chen, Jiwei Cui, Yanhui Sun, Lequan Liu, Jinhua Ye
Summary: Methane chemistry is a significant area of research in catalysis. Converting methane into value-added chemicals is desirable but challenging due to its high C-H bonding energy and lack of pi bonding or unpaired electrons. Photocatalytic partial oxidation of methane to liquid oxygenates is a promising technology for achieving high efficiency and selectivity under mild conditions. The choice and activation of oxidants are crucial for its performance.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Peng Shan, Jing Liao, Jiayi Li, Chengyan Wang, Jie Zhou, Linqiang Mei, Yunlu Dai, Qiang Wang, Wenyan Yin
Summary: This study reports an oral radioprotectant Gel@GYY that combines a gelatin-based hydrogel and a pH-responsive hydrogen sulfide donor. Gel@GYY has excellent adhesion and sustained release properties, allowing it to release H2S in the gastrointestinal tract and effectively scavenge free radicals induced by radiation. It also reduces inflammation and has biodegradable properties.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lu Liu, Ziyi Liu, Jingnan Cui, Guiling Ning, Weitao Gong
Summary: The development of new metal-free heterogeneous catalysts has been the subject of extensive research. In this study, a new Troger's base (TB)-derived porous organic polymer (POPs) was designed and prepared by integrating multifunctional monomers. The resulting polymer, which combines the advantages of pillar[5]arene macrocycle and TB moiety, exhibited enhanced catalytic performance in Knoevenagel condensation and CO2 conversion, serving as an effective metal-free catalyst. This work provides a new strategy for fabricating metal-free heterogeneous catalysts based on macrocyclic POPs.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Leyong Zhou, Changyin Yang, Weitao Dou, Tongxia Jin, Haibo Yang, Lin Xu
Summary: This review summarizes the application of micro/nanofluidic techniques in constructing supramolecular assemblies of different scales, and highlights the advantages of these techniques over conventional synthesis methods. Furthermore, it emphasizes the potential of micro/nanofluidic systems in improving our understanding of supramolecular self-assembly processes.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yanchao Jin, Suixiaochen Chen, Peiwen Huang, Xiongjian Chen, Chun-Yan Lin, Li-Ping Li, Xiao Chen, Rui Ding, Jianxi Liu, Riyao Chen
Summary: In this study, magnesium and coconut shell carbon were used to disinfect water by adsorbing copper(II) and converting dissolved oxygen to hydrogen peroxide through Mg corrosion. The copper was enriched on the carbon surface and efficiently catalyzed the hydrogen peroxide to inactivate E.coli. The process showed promising disinfection performance both in laboratory experiments and real wastewater treatment.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Haihong Lai, Zehong Chen, Hao Zhuo, Yijie Hu, Xuan Zhao, Jiwang Yi, Hongzhi Zheng, Ge Shi, Yifan Tong, Ling Meng, Xinwen Peng, Linxin Zhong
Summary: By altering the pyrolysis route of cellulose nanofiber, the structural defects of carbon aerogels can be reduced, leading to improved compressibility and stress retention, as well as higher stress sensor sensitivity and temperature coefficient.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lina Guo, Jinsong Ding, Wenhu Zhou
Summary: Bacteria-based tumor therapy has resurfaced due to the revolution of tumor immunotherapy, offering unique solutions for traditional tumor treatments. Bacteria with active tropism can selectively colonize tumor sites and suppress tumor growth through various mechanisms, making them attractive tools for tumor treatment. This critical review introduces recent advances in bacteria-based tumor therapy, including bacterial properties, their benefits for tumor therapy, anti-tumor mechanisms, challenges, and future perspectives.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lan Liang, Chuanbin Wang, Xukai Lu, Yunan Sun, Beibei Yan, Ning Li, Guanyi Chen, Li'an Hou
Summary: This study investigates the interactions between phenol and benzaldehyde in the ECH process through experiments and theoretical calculations. The results show that phenol can accelerate the conversion of benzaldehyde, while benzaldehyde inhibits the conversion of phenol. The research provides a theoretical basis for the application of ECH in practical bio-oil upgrading.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Pengcheng Fan, Yuhao He, Junan Pan, Ning Sun, Qiyu Zhang, Chen Gu, Kang Chen, Weinan Yin, Longlu Wang
Summary: This study focuses on the recent progress in hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) based on photothermal effect. It introduces the main pathways of photothermal conversions applied in H2 evolution, summarizes the functions of the photothermal effect, and presents a method to improve the catalytic system through thermal means. The study also discusses the challenges and outlook in this promising area.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Leiduo Lai, Hongyu Zhou, Yichen Hong, Mengfan Luo, Yang Shi, Heng Zhang, Zhaokun Xiong, Gang Yao, Bo Lai
Summary: In this study, a facile ammonia reduction strategy was proposed and a novel FeVO3-x catalyst was synthesized for the activation of peroxymonosulfate (PMS) to degrade the pharmaceutical carbamazepine (CBZ). The results showed that the system could rapidly degrade CBZ and generate various active species involved in the degradation process.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Tangxin Xiao, Xiuxiu Li, Liangliang Zhang, Kai Diao, Zheng-Yi Li, Xiao-Qiang Sun, Leyong Wang
Summary: This study presents the construction of a supramolecular light harvesting system based on sequential energy transfer. The system demonstrates tunable fluorescence emission through self-assembly of polymers into nanoparticles, achieving efficient two-step light harvesting.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2024)