Article
Chemistry, Physical
Cheng Ma, Xianfeng Jia, Xiaojun Liu, Jitong Wang, Wenming Qiao, Jianguo Yu, Licheng Ling
Summary: Ultrafine NbN decorated nitrogen-doped porous carbon nanosheets were synthesized using phenolic resol as a carbon precursor. The nanosheets showed efficient polysulfide trapping and fast redox reaction kinetics, leading to high capacity and capacity retention even at high sulfur content. The findings provide a new method for practical application of lithium-sulfur batteries with superior sulfur utilization and long lifespan.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Minghui Sun, Xuzhen Wang, Yong Li, Zongbin Zhao, Jieshan Qiu
Summary: This study investigates a catalyst for high-performance lithium-sulfur batteries. By designing a cobalt-decorated N-doped hollow carbon nanofiber catalyst, the electron redistribution resulting from long-range interactions enhances the generation of oxygen radicals and the dissociation of hydrogen sulfide, enabling selective oxidation of hydrogen sulfide. Furthermore, the hollow structure of the catalyst provides ample storage space for rapid gas diffusion and allows for the in-situ fabrication of high sulfur-loading carbon-based cathodes during the oxidation of hydrogen sulfide. This chemical reaction-induced deposition results in a more uniform distribution of solid sulfur upon carbon than traditional methods, leading to superior electrochemical performance in lithium-sulfur batteries.
APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Siming Ding, Yuanyuan Kong, Yuichi Manaka, Wang-Jae Chun, Ikuyoshi Tomita, Ken Motokura
Summary: The use of water as a reaction solvent is ideal for green chemistry, but carrying out catalytic reactions with transition metal catalysts in aqueous media is challenging. To enhance the scope of allylation reactions in water, a series of Pd diphosphine complexes co-immobilized with organic groups onto mesoporous silica supports was synthesized. The newly synthesized catalyst demonstrated improved catalytic allylation performance in water, expanding the toolkit of transition-metal-catalyzed reactions in aqueous media. The results have far-reaching consequences in academia and industry due to the wide use and scope of allylation reaction.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Ossama I. Metwalli, Wael Eisa, Badawi Anis, Abdel Naby M. Salem, Ahmed S. G. Khalil, Mostafa M. H. Khalil
Summary: A solid catalyst was prepared by blending graphene oxide with poly(vinyl alcohol) film, which exhibited excellent catalytic performance in reduction and oxidation reactions, and allowed for easy separation and multiple efficient reuse.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zheng Yang, Jingxia Gao, Ping Zhu, Xinsheng Zhao, Guoxiang Wang, Sa Liu
Summary: This study introduces a type of S,N co-doped mesoporous carbon hybrids decorated with encapsulated cobalt sulfide nanoparticles, which exhibits excellent electrocatalytic activities due to the synergistic effect between the Co(x)S(y) nanoparticles and graphitic-carbon matrices. The hybrid shows superior performance in both oxygen reduction and oxygen evolution, providing a potential option for air-electrode catalysts in advanced Zn-air batteries.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Hui Liu, Lili Zhao, Jiayuan Yu, Guowei Xiong, Zhen Liu, Xiaoli Zhang, Benli Chu, Xiaoyan Liu, Hong Liu, Weijia Zhou
Summary: In this study, S doped Ta2O5 decorated CdS nanosphere was synthesized and showed improved photocatalytic hydrogen generation rate and stability under visible light irradiation.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Hamed A. Alshaikhi, Abdullah M. Asiri, Khalid A. Alamry, Hadi M. Marwani, Soliman Y. Alfifi, Sher Bahadar Khan
Summary: A composite catalyst Cu@Alg/Co-CeO2 was developed and showed excellent catalytic performance in the solar-assisted photodegradation of organic pollutants and NaBH4-assisted reduction of organic pollutants, especially in the degradation of acridine orange and reduction of methyl orange.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Saburo Hosokawa, Yudai Oshino, Toyokazu Tanabe, Hiroaki Koga, Kosuke Beppu, Hiroyuki Asakura, Kentaro Teramura, Teruki Motohashi, Mitsutaka Okumura, Tsunehiro Tanaka
Summary: The strong metal-support interaction can lead to negative outcomes such as decreased catalytic activity for platinum group metal nanoparticles; however, in this study, the Mn-doped CaO(111) plane exhibited excellent catalytic activity for NO reduction despite the absence of a Pd metal surface, providing a new design guideline for environmental catalysts.
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Monireh Faraji, Shahram Moradi Dehaghi
Summary: The Pd-g-C3N4/NCQD composite catalyst showed superior catalytic activity, methanol resistance, and long-lasting function compared to commercial Pt/C, making it a promising catalyst material for ORR in direct methanol fuel cells.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Ivan Pedroarena, Lucia Grande, Jonathan J. Torrez-Herera, Sophia A. Korili, Antonio Gil
Summary: This research investigates the interactions between alumina-supported nickel catalysts and other metals, and their impact on the catalyst's performance. The reduction capacity of oxide phases has been analyzed, revealing that Pd facilitates the formation of easily reducible NiO species. Furthermore, the impregnation order of Mo and Pd does not significantly affect the catalysts' properties.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Soo-Min Yoo, Bharat Sharma, Jung-Sik Kim
Summary: The MEMS-based FET hydrogen sensor utilizes a gate electrode modified with BNNTs-decorated Pd ternary alloy as a hydrogen sensing layer, demonstrating high sensitivity, fast response and recovery time, low power consumption, long-term stability, and a wide detection range. Analysis of the drain current variations at different H-2 concentrations confirms the sensor's potential for H-2 leak detection applications.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Dongjiu Xie, Yaolin Xu, Yonglei Wang, Xuefeng Pan, Eneli Hark, Zdravko Kochovski, Alberto Eljarrat, Johannes Muller, Christoph T. Koch, Jiayin Yuan, Yan Lu
Summary: This article introduces a method for synthesizing heteroatom-doped carbon materials using poly(ionic liquid) as precursors. Polydopamine coating and ion exchange were used to successfully apply imidazolium-based poly(ionic liquid) nanovesicles in morphology-maintaining carbonization, preparing carbon composite nanocapsules. The strategy was further extended to synthesize carbon composite nanocapsules functionalized with iron nitride nanoparticles. This well-crafted composite nanostructure effectively mitigated the shuttle effect of lithium polysulfides in Li-S batteries, showing excellent electrochemical performance.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Chao Zhang, Bo Li, Kaixing Zhu, Songmei Li, Jing Liu, Peng Wang, Wenwu Zhong, Wenjun Wang
Summary: In this study, a vanadium nitride-decorated hollow carbon sphere (VNHCS) was developed as a sulfur host in Li-S batteries, effectively addressing the shuttle effect and sluggish reaction kinetics. The preferential distribution of sulfur in the layer region of VNHCS and its favorable catalytic behavior contributed to enhanced electron and ion transport rates and inhibited shuttle effect. As a result, the S@VNHCS cathode exhibited superior electrochemical performances.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xiang Liu, Xinglong Han, Zhangqian Liang, Yanjun Xue, Yanli Zhou, Xiaoli Zhang, Hongzhi Cui, Jian Tian
Summary: The P-1T-MoS2@N-g-C3N4 composite exhibits a higher photocatalytic N2 reduction rate and fixation efficiency compared to other materials, attributed to its high light absorption capacity, promotion of 1T-MoS2 conversion, and abundance of active sites.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yan Chen, Shao-Chun Wu, Jiao-Jiao Han, Xi Yan, Xiao-Jing Guo, Wan-Zhong Lang
Summary: A Pd-decorated graphene oxide (Pd/GO) membrane was developed by reducing Pd2+ on GO nanosheets, which showed efficient catalytic activity for the reduction of 4-nitrophenol. The catalytic membrane achieved high conversion efficiency due to the proper distribution of Pd nanoparticles in the interlayer space of the GO membrane, allowing sufficient contact between 4-NP molecules and Pd NPs. The high catalytic efficiency of the Pd/GO membrane under high 4-NP concentration and continuous-flow catalysis makes it promising for efficient catalytic processes.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Yalda Rangraz, Majid M. Heravi
Summary: The development of methodologies for carbon-nitrogen bond formation is crucial in organic synthesis, as the resulting products are widely used in pharmaceuticals, biologically active compounds, and natural products. Recently, nanosized metal catalysts have gained significant attention for their excellent catalytic performance, high product yields, mild reaction conditions, and environmental sustainability. This review provides an overview of the latest progress in the fabrication of nanocatalysts and their applications in constructing carbon-nitrogen bonds via cross-coupling reactions.
APPLIED ORGANOMETALLIC CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Zahra Izadi, Mehdi Nekoomanesh-Haghighi, Samahe Sadjadi, Mostafa Ahmadi, Naeimeh Bahri-Laleh
Summary: This study assessed the replacement of AlCl3 with other Al-based compounds or an environmentally friendly deep eutectic solvent (DES) in alpha-olefin oligomerization. The results showed that using DES as the main component of the initiating system not only reduces the need for hazardous and corrosive Al compounds, but also favors the production of low viscosity PAO oils, which have a significant share in the PAO market.
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Samahe Sadjadi, Sara Tarighi, Ali Afshar Ebrahimi
Summary: Two novel composites, composed of MIL-101 and ZSM-5 zeolites with different SiO2/Al2O3 ratios, were synthesized via surface functionalization of ZSM-5 zeolites and subsequent hydrothermal treatment with MIL-101 precursors. These composites demonstrated higher catalytic activity than their individual components in Knoevenagel condensation reaction, indicating the synergism between ZSM-5 and MIL-101. Additionally, the composites showed broad substrate scope, facile catalyst recovery, and high recyclability.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Samahe Sadjadi, Neda Abedian-Dehaghani, Xuemin Zhong, Majid M. Heravi, Peng Yuan
Summary: Three different acidic ionic liquids were grafted onto halloysite to form heterogeneous catalysts. The catalysts exhibited higher acidity than halloysite, which varied depending on the type of ionic liquid. Among them, imidazolium-based ionic liquid showed the highest catalytic activity.
APPLIED CLAY SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Masoume Malmir, Majid M. Heravi, Zahra Yekke-Ghasemi, Satar Saberi, Masoud Mirzaei
Summary: A new heterogeneous catalyst, TBA8[Zr(W5O18)2]middot17H2O (Zr(W5)2), was synthesized and characterized. It was found that the catalyst had a sandwich-type structure consisting of zirconium ions and mono-lacunary Lindqvist [W5O18 ]4- anions, encapsulated by TBA+ cations. This catalyst exhibited hydrophobic properties and improved catalytic efficiency by trapping reactants on its surface. Using Zr(W5)2 as a catalyst, a series of 1,5-benzodiazepines were successfully synthesized via mild and solvent-free reactions.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR STRUCTURE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Mahtab Shokri, Sara Tarighi, Mohammad Ali Faramarzi, Samahe Sadjadi, Soamyeh Mojtabavi
Summary: In this study, two ZSM-5 zeolites with different SiO2/Al2O3 ratios of 200 and 80 were synthesized and functionalized to prepare four biocatalysts for acid orange-7 dye degradation. The results showed that functionalization improved the performance and stability of the catalysts, and the SiO2/Al2O3 ratio had little effect on the stability of the catalysts.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR STRUCTURE
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Samahe Sadjadi, Soheila Yaghoubi, Xuemin Zhong, Peng Yuan, Majid M. Heravi
Summary: In an attempt to prepare a low-cost and efficient acidic heterogeneous catalyst, the acidity of halloysite was improved by covalent grafting of an acidic polyionic liquid. The catalyst showed high efficiency in the conversion of fructose to 5-hydroxymethylfurfural, yielding a high percentage under optimal conditions. Additionally, the catalyst was highly reusable and capable of promoting the conversion of sucrose and maltose as well.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xuemin Zhong, Peng Yuan, Samahe Sadjadi, Dong Liu, Yanfu Wei
Summary: Palygorskite-supported ruthenium catalysts were developed for the efficient and selective oxidation of HMF to DFF. The catalyst exhibited excellent performance with 100% HMF conversion, 98% DFF yield, and 98% DFF selectivity under optimal reaction conditions. The synergistic effect of Ru nanoparticles and palygorskite enhanced the catalytic activity.
APPLIED CLAY SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Masoume Malmir, Majid M. Heravi, Ghazaleh Jahani
Summary: Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are viable and environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional catalysts, and the magnetic Ox-CN-Cu-MOF catalyst has shown remarkable catalytic performance due to its unique structure and Lewis acidic properties. It also exhibits excellent recyclability.
APPLIED ORGANOMETALLIC CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Abolfazl Heydari, Milad KhajeHassani, Haniyeh Daneshafruz, Sepideh Hamedi, Faeze Dorchei, Mario Kotlar, Fahimeh Kazeminava, Samahe Sadjadi, Farideh Doostan, Ivan Chodak, Hassan Sheibani
Summary: This study developed a nanocomposite material consisting of thermoplastic starch (TPS) reinforced with bentonite clay (BC) and encapsulated with vitamin B2 (VB). The study investigated the effects of VB on the physicochemical properties of TPS/BC films, including mechanical and thermal properties, water uptake, and weight loss in water. The addition of VB significantly increased the tensile strength and Young's modulus of TPS/BC films, with the highest values observed for nanocomposites containing 5 php of VB and 3 php of BC. The release of VB was controlled by the BC content, with higher BC content leading to lower VB release. These findings demonstrate the potential of TPS/BC/VB nanocomposites as environmentally friendly materials with improved mechanical properties and controlled release of VB, which can have significant applications in the biopolymer industry.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Masoumeh Bagheri Bisafar, Masoume Malmir, Majid M. Heravi
Summary: In this study, a novel magnetic MOFs-based catalyst was synthesized and showed good catalytic activity and stability for the reduction of nitroarenes and organic dyes. The catalyst can be easily separated and recovered by magnetic separation, and it can be reused for multiple cycles.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL TECHNOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Samahe Sadjadi, Neda Abedian-Dehaghani, Majid M. Heravi, Xuemin Zhong, Peng Yuan, Josep Duran, Albert Poater, Naeimeh Bahri-Laleh
Summary: Halloysite nanoclay was used as a natural support for an acidic ionic liquid immobilization. The resulting catalyst exhibited improved Bronsted acidity and high recyclability. It effectively promoted the conversion of various carbohydrates to a valuable product under mild reaction conditions.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Samahe Sadjadi, Abolfazl Heydari
Summary: In this study, a novel composite material was developed by combining β-cyclodextrin nanosponge and sodium alginate to immobilize palladium nanoparticles. The composite beads demonstrated excellent encapsulation capabilities and stability, making them suitable for hydrophobic substrates. The incorporation of cyclodextrin nanosponge within alginate beads improved the performance of the catalyst, allowing selective reduction of the nitro group in substrates with competing functionalities.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Zahra Yekke-Ghasemi, Majid M. Heravi, Masoume Malmir, Masoud Mirzaei
Summary: In this study, a tri-component composite Zr/SiW12/GO was prepared using an ultrasonic-assisted method. This composite, acting as a remarkable heterogeneous catalyst, showed exceptional catalytic performance in the oxidation reaction of sulfides to sulfoxides. The composite also demonstrated exceptional stability and could be reused up to four times without significant loss in its catalytic activity.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Fardin Saghandali, Mohammad Kazemeini, Samahe Sadjadi
Summary: In this study, three Keggin-type heteropolyacids were impregnated on halloysite to produce heterogeneous acidic catalysts for synthesizing 5-HMF. The role of halloysite in the catalyst's acidic properties and performance was found to be important. The reaction parameters for the optimal catalyst were adjusted using Response Surface Methodology, resulting in a 99.5% yield of the target compound after 43 minutes at 125 degrees C in DMSO solvent. Immobilization of silicotungstic acid on halloysite significantly reduced leaching-out, with only a 12.5% loss of activity in five consecutive reaction cycles. The catalyst's activity was also tested on converting different carbohydrates to 5-HMF, with glucose showing the highest product yield of 64.24%. Furthermore, the kinetic and thermodynamic parameters of the conversion of fructose to 5-HMF were determined.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY OF SOLIDS
(2024)