Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Ye Zhang, Bo Zhu, Xun Cai, Xiaomin Yuan, Shengyao Zhao, Junwei Yu, Kun Qiao, Rongman Qin
Summary: This paper provides an effective solution to achieve rapid and uniform introduction of GO in PAN-based nanofibers via in situ polymerization, and systematically studies the optimization of nanofiber structure by GO in three consecutive stages. The interaction between PAN and GO significantly improves the arrangement of PAN molecular chains and the crystal size of the final turbostratic structure of CNFs, leading to a remarkable increase in tensile strength of CNFs with the addition of GO.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Lorena Duarte-Pena, Emilio Bucio
Summary: This study proposes a modification method for PVC catheters using oxidative pre-irradiation, resulting in the development of pH-responsive catheters with antifouling capacity. The grafted materials showed an increased hydrophilic character and significantly decreased protein adsorption compared to unmodified catheters.
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
A. G. Anitha, S. Rizwana Begum, N. Chidhambaram, Arun Thirumurugan, R. Meenakshi
Summary: Nanohybrids with less toxicity and excellent antibacterial activity, such as zinc oxide@graphene oxide (ZnO@GO), have been investigated in this study. The ZnO@GO nanohybrid was fabricated using the co-precipitation method, resulting in a homogeneous dispersion of ZnO particles on graphene oxide. The antibacterial efficacy of ZnO@GO was found to be higher than that of ZnO, indicating the potential of nanohybrids for developing effective bactericidal agents.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Review
Polymer Science
Maneesh Kumar, Praveen Singh Gehlot, Deepika Parihar, Praveen K. Surolia, Gayatri Prasad
Summary: Cellulose is an abundant organic substance with various applications such as paperboard production, drug delivery, and food packaging due to its bio-renewable and bio-degradable properties. Radical polymerization is commonly used to create cellulose derivatives with improved properties, by reacting cellulose with small organic fragments like methacrylate and styrene. Initiators like Fenton's reagent and controlled radical polymerization methods are utilized to generate free radicals on the cellulose backbone for grafting purposes, allowing for the development of functional cellulose with enhanced physical and chemical properties.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Hengzhang Dai, Xuan Liu, Chaoran Zhang, Kuang Ma, Yafei Zhang
Summary: This study focuses on combining graphene oxide, polyacrylonitrile, and polyimide to prepare PAN/GO/PI nanofibrous membranes for efficient air filtration. The as-prepared membranes demonstrate high filtration efficiency, low pressure drop, remarkable thermal stability, and excellent mechanical strength, making them suitable for various industrial applications and civil health needs.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Swarna P. Mantry, Biswaranjan D. Mohapatra, Rajesh K. Behera, Kumar S. K. Varadwaj
Summary: We investigated the electrochemical activity of transition metal ion doped MnOx@N-graphene hybrid catalysts for oxygen reduction reaction (ORR). The doped catalysts showed significantly improved performance compared to the undoped catalyst. The Fe-doped catalyst exhibited the highest positive shift in onset potential, highest electron transfer number, and lowest peroxide yield. The Co-doped catalyst showed the highest current density, comparable to benchmark Pt/C catalyst.
JOURNAL OF ELECTROANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Rabab A. Mostafa, Ibrahim M. El-Sherbiny, Nabila S. Selim, Abdelsattar M. Sallam, Hoda A. Ashry
Summary: This study presents a simple method for synthesizing strontium nanoparticles-decorated reduced graphene oxide (rGO-Sr) nanosheets, which exhibit good blood biocompatibility and antibacterial activity.
RADIATION PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Taiwo Hassan Akere, Aline M. Z. de Medeiros, Diego Stefani T. Martinez, Bashiru Ibrahim, Hanene Ali-Boucetta, Eugenia Valsami-Jones
Summary: This study successfully synthesized a graphene oxide-gold nanohybrid (GO-Au) and evaluated its suitability as a test material in nano(ecotoxicological studies. Graphene oxide was synthesized and used as a substrate for the growth of nano-Au decorations. The nanohybrid showed good stability in different environmental media and its physicochemical characteristics did not deteriorate over a period of months.
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Mahsa Gharani, Ali Bahari, Shahram Ghasemi
Summary: In this study, a MoS2/rGO/Au nanohybrid was synthesized via a one-step hydrothermal method and used to fabricate a modified electrode for detecting hydrazine. The results demonstrated that the MSRG/Au nanohybrid exhibited higher electrocatalytic activity towards HY oxidation with less overpotential compared to other electrodes.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE-MATERIALS IN ELECTRONICS
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Jungju Ryu, Hoik Lee, Daun Seol, Ngoc Quang Nguyen, Hoeil Chung, Daewon Sohn
Summary: This study investigates the behavior of particles in crosslinking mechanisms and how they provide a polymer grafting platform through radical polymerization. The findings show that irregular polymer grafting of particles during gelation leads to the generation of multiple components, potentially resulting in inhomogeneities in the subsequent gels.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Tiantian Tang, Shurui Cao, Cunxian Xi, Zhiqiong Chen
Summary: A magnetically and recyclable multifunctional nanohybrid adsorbent was prepared by incorporating chitosan, graphene oxide, and ionic liquid, which showed enhanced adsorption capacity for alkaloids. The adsorbent could be potentially used for extracting illicit additives in food samples.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Shuhua Wang, Zeling Wen, Sheng Shi, Wensheng Hou
Summary: The PAN/RGO composite porous material prepared in this study showed excellent adsorption capacity towards oil and organic solvents, as well as resistance to chemical corrosion. It is a cost-effective, efficient, and environmentally friendly material for oil-water separation and waste oil recycling.
JOURNAL OF WATER PROCESS ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Biophysics
J. L. Aparicio-Collado, N. Garcia-San-Martin, J. Molina-Mateo, C. Torregrosa Cabanilles, V Donderis Quiles, A. Serrano-Aroca, R. Sabater i Serra
Summary: This study reports the development of a new type of semi-interpenetrated polymer network using sodium alginate, polycaprolactone, and rGO nanosheets for biomedical applications. The resulting electroactive nanohybrid hydrogels exhibit excellent electrical conductivity and biocompatibility, making them promising for skeletal muscle tissue engineering.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Shahzad Feizi, Anita Alipour, Parviz Ashtari, Milad Samii Matin
Summary: By preparing Fe3O4/graphene oxide nanocomposites in polymers, excellent processability, high sensitivity, and good solubility were achieved. Photophysical interactions of the nanocomposites were studied, and real-time dosimetric responses of the sensors were evaluated. Enhanced photoelectric response and gamma harvesting properties were observed in the prepared sensors compared to non-magnetic GO sensors.
APPLIED PHYSICS A-MATERIALS SCIENCE & PROCESSING
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Amna Rafiq, Ayesha Taj, Sibtain Haider, Muhammad Ali Tahir, Rabisa Zia, Despina Moschou, M. Javed Iqbal, Waheed S. Khan, Shahid Mansoor, Sadia Z. Bajwa, Imran Amin
Summary: The study presents novel microchip-based electronic devices for efficient and sensitive detection of a predominant cotton infecting virus worldwide. The three-dimensional copper nanostructures reinforced graphene nanohybrid is developed via a biological synthesis approach, providing a successful interface for anchoring virus DNA probes. This research suggests the potential of nanotechnology-based microchips for designing benchmark interfaces for monitoring agricultural pathogens and bio-threats.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2021)
Review
Polymer Science
Amara Nasir, Ayesha Kausar
POLYMER-PLASTICS TECHNOLOGY AND ENGINEERING
(2015)
Review
Polymer Science
Amara Nasir, Ayesha Kausar, Ayesha Younus
POLYMER-PLASTICS TECHNOLOGY AND ENGINEERING
(2015)
Article
Polymer Science
Amara Nasir, Ayesha Kausar, Ayesha Younus
POLYMER-PLASTICS TECHNOLOGY AND ENGINEERING
(2015)
Review
Polymer Science
Amara Nasir, Ayesha Kausar, Ayesha Younus
POLYMER-PLASTICS TECHNOLOGY AND ENGINEERING
(2015)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Amara Nasir, Farha Masood, Tariq Yasin, Abdul Hameed
JOURNAL OF INDUSTRIAL AND ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY
(2019)
Article
Polymer Science
Asif Raza, Mehwish Tahir, Amara Nasir, Tariq Yasin, Muhammad Nadeem
JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE
(2020)
Article
Polymer Science
Asif Raza, Amara Nasir, Mehwish Tahir, Shaista Taimur, Tariq Yasin, Muhammad Nadeem
Summary: Polyaniline grafted conducting nanohybrids were successfully synthesized by emulsion graft polymerization, with sepiolite as an ideal substrate showing excellent thermal stability and electrical conductivity. These nanohybrids exhibited outstanding EMI shielding effectiveness in the X-band frequency range.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Mehwish Tahir, Asif Raza, Amara Nasir, Tariq Yasin
Summary: Radiation induced graft polymerization was used to develop a nanohybrid polymer with glycidyl methacrylate grafted onto sepiolite. The study found that the absorbed dose and monomer concentration significantly affect the degree of grafting, with a maximum grafting of 665% achieved at optimized conditions. Post-polymerization modification with sodium sulfite increased thermal stability of the nanohybrid, and the sulfonated form showed high adsorption for Cu(II) at pH 4, indicating its potential as a metal ion adsorbent for wastewater treatment.
RADIATION PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Amara Nasir, Anca Mazare, Xin Zhou, Shanshan Qin, Nikita Denisov, Lukas Zdrazil, Stepan Kment, Radek Zboril, Tariq Yasin, Patrik Schmuki
Summary: This study presents a low-cost, one-step photocatalytic method for synthesizing graphene oxide (GO) using commercial graphite and grey TiO2. GO formation is achieved through UV illumination of a slurry containing well-dispersed grey TiO2 and commercial graphite. The resulting GO-decorated TiO2 acts as a visible-light-active photocatalyst for applications such as pollutant degradation.
Review
Energy & Fuels
Amara Nasir, Sadia Khalid, Tariq Yasin, Anca Mazare
Summary: This review presents the recent progress and applications of TiO2/graphene composites in the field of photocatalysis. The combination of TiO2 with graphene enhances the photocatalytic activity and functionality of the resulting composite. However, there are still questions regarding the reliability of the composites and the connection between photocatalytic mechanisms and the composites.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Amara Nasir, Muhammad Inaam-ul-Hassan, Asif Raza, Mehwish Tahir, Tariq Yasin
Summary: This study successfully prepared novel composite beads of chitosan and amidoxime grafted graphene oxide (AOGO) for the removal of copper pollutant from water. The composite beads exhibited a well-developed spherical structure and showed potential for copper removal from aqueous solutions.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Amara Nasir, Asif Raza, Mehwish Tahir, Tariq Yasin, Muhammad Nadeem, Bashir Ahmad
Summary: This article introduces a novel conducting nanohybrid material prepared by graft polymerization on gamma-irradiated graphene oxide (GO). The results show that the optimal nanohybrid exhibits excellent electrical conductivity and electromagnetic interference shielding effectiveness, demonstrating better performance than the original material.
MATERIALS RESEARCH BULLETIN
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Amara Nasir, Sadia Khalid, Anca Mazare, Tariq Yasin
Summary: In this study, a metal-free conducting nanohybrid composite based on biopolymers was developed for non-enzymatic hydrogen peroxide detection. The composite consisted of crosslinked chitosan and polyaniline grafted graphene oxide. The sensor exhibited a low detection limit, a wide linear range, and high sensitivity.
MATERIALS RESEARCH BULLETIN
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Amara Nasir, Alexander B. Tesler, Shiva Mohajernia, Shanshan Qin, Patrik Schmuki, Anca Mazare, Tariq Yasin
Summary: In this study, a facile method to modify titanium dioxide nanotubes by utilizing the organic electrolyte retained inside the tubes after anodization was proposed. The carbon-modified titanium dioxide nanotubes showed enhanced hydrogen evolution in photocatalysis and demonstrated increased photocurrents in the tube layers after exposure to UV light.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Madeeha Riaz, Manahil Najam, Hina Imtiaz, Farooq Bashir, Tousif Hussain
Summary: This study focuses on the structural and biological analysis of Zn-Cu based biodegradable alloys for orthopedic applications. The results indicate that the alloys have good electrical conductivity and biocompatibility, with potential for promoting bone growth and healing process. Additionally, the alloys exhibit a low corrosion rate and improved corrosion resistance.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Rijo Rajeev, Sk Safikul Islam, Anitha Varghese, Gurumurthy Hegde, Suryasarathi Bose
Summary: In this study, a facile and selective electrochemical sensor was developed for the sensing of guanosine. The sensor utilized a unique porous structure and ordered framework, enabling linear detection of guanosine concentration in the range of 0.123-720 μM under specific conditions.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Rafael V. M. Freire, Dominique Celeste de A. Dias, Jose Yago Rodrigues Silva, Dayane Kelly Dias do Nascimento Santos, Larissa T. Jesus, Ricardo O. Freire, Severino A. Junior
Summary: This study reports the extraction and isolation of euphol from nature, its adsorption in nanosized ZIF-8, and the efficacy of this system against cancer cells. Experimental and simulation results show that ZIF-8 can enhance the effectiveness of euphol against cancer cells and selectively target cancer cells.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Manal A. Awad, Awatif A. Hendi, Maha M. Almoneef, Maymunah Alwehaibi, Khalid M. Ortashi, Wadha Alenazi, Fatimah S. Alfaifi, Shareefa Alahmariye, Asma Alangery, Warda Ali Alghoubiri, Haia Aldosari
Summary: In this study, magnesium-doped zinc oxide nanoparticles were synthesized and characterized. The research findings show that magnesium doping can alter the crystal structure and optical properties of zinc oxide, while enhancing its dielectric constant.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
F. J. Willars-Rodriguez, I. R. Chaverz-Urbiola, M. A. Hernandez-Landaverde, A. Zavala-Franco, E. A. Chavez-Urbiola, P. Vorobiev, Yu V. Vorobiev
Summary: This study focuses on manganese doped CdS thin films synthesized by chemical bath deposition. The incorporation of Mn2+ cations in CdS was found to influence the crystalline structure, morphology, and optoelectronic properties. Doped thin films exhibited a uniform hexagonal structure, changed growth orientation, and showed scale-like and needle-like morphologies. The bandgap and rectification speed of Schottky diodes were modified by introducing manganese. This study suggests the potential for affordable high-speed optoelectronic devices.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Mehdi Javidi, Hooman Karimi Abadeh, Fatemeh Namazi, Hamid Reza Yazdanpanah, Narjes Shirvani Shiri
Summary: This study investigated the synergistic effect of temperature, solution velocity, and sulphuric acid concentration on the corrosion behavior of carbon steel using response surface methodology. The results showed that temperature affected anodic reactions, solution velocity influenced cathodic reactions, and acid concentration altered the corrosion mechanisms by changing the properties of the surface layer.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
R. Sakthivel, Thirumoorthy Kulandaivel, Kirankumar Venkatesan Savunthari, K. Mohanraj, Hans-Uwe Dahms, Aswin kumar Anbalagan, Manjunath Rangasamy, Kien-Voon Kong
Summary: In this study, saturated fatty acids were incorporated with silane to modify viscose fabric, resulting in superhydrophobic and superoleophilic properties. The modified fabric showed excellent separation efficiency for oil and organic solvents, with high absorption capacity. The modified fabric also exhibited durability and retained its properties in harsh conditions.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Wei Zhang, Hong Lei, Wenqing Liu, Zefang Zhang, Yi Chen, Xiaogang Hu, Xiangshan Ye
Summary: In this study, EDTA-grafted alumina composite abrasives were produced by a two-step process for the CMP of sapphire substrates. Experimental results showed that the modified abrasives exhibited better dispersion properties and significantly improved polishing efficiency, with higher material removal rates and lower surface roughness. The combination of chemical reaction and mechanical action enhanced the CMP performance.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Shumaila Rafaqat, Bushra Perveen, Warda Raqba, Warda Imran, Arshad Hussain, Naeem Ali
Summary: This study developed a MnP-based biosensor for quantitative measurement of dye concentrations using electrochemical signals. The effects of two different dyes on MnP activity were investigated, with one dye showing inhibitory effects and the other dye having no effect. The study demonstrates the potential application of enzyme-based biosensors in dye detection and toxicological monitoring.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jinyan Shi, Oguzhan Yavuz Bayraktar, Baris Bayrak, Burak Bodur, Ali Oz, Gokhan Kaplan, Abdulkadir Cuneyt Aydin
Summary: The elemental composition of precursors is crucial for the performance development of geopolymers. The use of lime instead of metakaolin increases the fluidity and mechanical properties of geopolymers, while the addition of gypsum decreases them. Furthermore, higher lime content exacerbates the negative effect of gypsum.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Aayush Gupta, Kaveri Ajravat, Loveleen K. Brar, O. P. Pandey, Pandey Rajagopalan
Summary: This study focuses on the performance of Mn3O4-ZnO composite material in wastewater treatment and energy storage applications, and presents a detailed comparative analysis. Results show that the composite material with equal concentrations of Mn3O4 and ZnO exhibits excellent photocatalytic activity and high capacitance.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
V. Murugabalaji, Matruprasad Rout, Harsh Soni, Biranchi Narayan Sahoo
Summary: This study focuses on the corrosion characteristics of AA 7075 and AA 7075 based hybrid composite fabricated using stir casting and hot rolling techniques. The results show that the hybrid composite produced by hot cross rolling exhibits better corrosion resistance compared to the base metal. The addition of a small amount of graphite improves the bonding between the matrix and reinforcements, and the hot cross rolling enhances this bonding, leading to the formation of a strong passivation oxide layer and increased charge transfer resistance, thereby improving corrosion resistance.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Fangkun Ning, Qinghao Shi, Shuping Kong, Weitao Jia, Lifeng Ma
Summary: The paper investigates a new method of rolling sheets with variable chamfering amounts in both the transversal and normal directions. The feasibility of the technological process was tested through simulation and compared with experimental results. Three important process parameters, temperature, stress, and flow velocity, were used to evaluate the effects on chamfering amount before determining the optimal angle. The spread formula for evaluating the shape quality of the plate after ECR was obtained through testing and theory.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Aqeel Abbas, M. A. Hussein, Mohamed Javid
Summary: In this study, the AM60 magnesium alloy was processed using high-energy ball milling, and the results showed that different reinforcement agents had certain effects on particle size, crystallite size, lattice strain, and dislocation density.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
D. S. Mahmoud, E. M. Eldesouki, W. M. Abd El-Gawad
Summary: The development of flexible and lightweight microwave-absorbing materials has become a trendy topic. This study focuses on enhancing the microwave-absorbing performance of butadiene-acrylonitrile rubber (NBR) by incorporating novel reinforcing nanofillers. The results show that the NBR nanocomposite with a loading of 16 parts per hundred rubber (phr) of LiFe 20%/Si has the best microwave-absorbing performance.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2024)
