Article
Engineering, Chemical
Ibrar Ibrar, Lilyan Alsaka, Sudesh Yadav, Ali Altaee, John L. Zhou, Ho Kyong Shon
Summary: This study proposes a biodegradable gravity-driven kappa-Carrageenan-vanillin hydrogel for biologically treated leachate wastewater treatment, reducing cost and brine management issues.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zhengwen Lin, Fang Li, Xinyu Liu, Junlin Su
Summary: In this study, a corn starch/acrylic acid/itaconic acid (CS/AA/IA) hydrogel was prepared and converted into an ion exchange hydrogel through alkaline washing. The hydrogel exhibited high adsorption capacity and efficiency for copper and lead ions in aqueous solution. It also showed remarkable regeneration property after multiple adsorption-desorption cycles.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Buse Sonmez, Ayse Nur Celikkol
Summary: Pullulan-graft-poly(AA-co-AAm) hydrogel showed the highest swelling capacity and was efficient in adsorbing cadmium(II) ions. The prepared hydrogels demonstrated good adsorption-desorption cycles and reusability, making them suitable candidates for heavy metal ion removal applications.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Yilong Zou
Summary: Heavy metal pollution is a global threat to the environment and human health. Hydrogels, with their remarkable swelling and adsorption capabilities, have emerged as an efficient and environmentally friendly solution. This study introduces a novel approach for crafting metal-ion hydrogel adsorbents, which exhibit exceptional adsorption performance and regeneration potential through a dual interaction mechanism.
IRANIAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Meng Cao, Lili Wu, Guixia Zhang, Ying Yang, Wei Chen, Qiu Li, Pei Tang, Wanyu Chen
Summary: In this study, a polyacrylamide-chitosan hydrogel (PAMC) was prepared and demonstrated effective adsorption of chloride ions. The PAMC gel showed better adsorption in alkaline environments and could be used to improve the resistance to chloride ion penetration in seaside structures and alkaline cement-based materials.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Gao-Jie Jiao, Jiliang Ma, Yancong Li, Dongnv Jin, Jinghui Zhou, Runcang Sun
Summary: The novel sulfomethylated lignin-grafted-polyacrylic acid (SL-g-PAA) hydrogel was fabricated for efficient removal of heavy metal ions from wastewater, and successfully reused for chemiluminescence. The hydrogel showed high content of lignin and exhibited efficient removal of various metal ions, while the spent hydrogel was reused to develop a new CL system with high intensity and long duration time. The combination of facile fabrication process, renewable raw materials, and ingenious strategy for successive application in adsorption and CL suggest great potential for application in wastewater treatment, biological imaging, and cold light sources.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xuefeng Tong, Jingjing Zhang, Qibin Chen, Honglai Liu
Summary: The ZIF-8-GMCS composite effectively removed Congo red from aqueous solution, with a higher maximum adsorption capacity than most magnetic adsorbents. The adsorption process was mainly influenced by electrostatic, hydrogen bonding, coordination, and pi-pi stacking interactions.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zheng Zhang, Kai Chen, Qiang Zhao, Mei Huang, Xiaoping Ouyang
Summary: The research shows that monolayer MoS2 sheet is most effective in removing Ni2+ and Cr3+ ions from wastewater, followed by Cu2+ and Pb2+. However, the adsorption strength for Cd2+, Zn2+, and Hg2+ ions still needs improvement.
GREEN ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Heyu Sun, Jiang Zhan, Li Chen, Yiping Zhao
Summary: In this study, a hydrogel with chitosan/sodium alginate/calcium ion physical cross-linked double network structure was prepared using a semi-dissolution acidification sol-gel transition method. Hyperbranched polyamide-amine was introduced to improve the adsorption capacity of the hydrogel. Experimental results showed that the third-generation hyperbranched polyamide-amine hydrogel exhibited the best comprehensive performance, with high adsorption capacities for copper ions and cadmium ions.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zhong Sun, Yihan Yin, Yupeng An, Chao Deng, Ziyu Wei, Zijiang Jiang, Xixin Duan, Xiaohui Xu, Jing Chen
Summary: A cost-efficient method of grafting sodium sulfonate groups (-SO3Na) onto carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) was developed to form hydrogel adsorbents for the removal of poisonous metals from wastewater. The cellulose-based hydrogels (CMC-g-P(AA-co-SS)) showed high adsorption efficiencies for Cu(II) and Zn(II) and remained promising after multiple cycles, indicating their potential as adsorbent candidates for wastewater treatment.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Yosthanase Tassanapukdee, Pornpimol Prayongpan, Kriangsak Songsrirote
Summary: A simple protocol of chitosan/polyvinyl alcohol/polyvinylpyrrolidone (CS/PVA/PVP) hydrogel synthesis using microwave irradiation was explored, showing high adsorption efficiency for Pb(II), Cu(II), Ni(II), and Cd(II) ions. The hydrogel can be a potential candidate for efficient removal of metal ions.
ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Ambali Saka Abdulkareem, Wasiu Abidemi Hamzat, Jimoh Oladejo Tijani, Titus Chinedu Egbosiuba, Saheed Mustapha, Oladiran Kamardeen Abubakre, Blessing Onyinye Okafor, Akinpelu Kamoru Babayemi
Summary: In this study, super carbon nanotubes with high surface area were successfully synthesized and characterized. The nanoadsorbents showed excellent adsorption capacity for metal ions in electroplating wastewater, including chromium, copper, iron, nickel, and lead. Under optimal conditions, the nanoadsorbents effectively removed metal ions from the wastewater and exhibited good reusability.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Xu Zhu, Lei Zhu, Hui Li, Jinwei Xue, Chao Ma, Yingying Yin, Xurong Qiao, Daofeng Sun, Qingzhong Xue
Summary: A novel charged hydrogel nanofibmus membrane (CHNM) with negative surface charges, favorable mechanical ability and anti-fouling capacity was prepared, showing outstanding performance in separating oil-in-water emulsions and adsorbing metal ions. This multifunctional membrane offers a promising approach for treating metal ions contained oily wastewater.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Oana Stoian, Cristina Ileana Covaliu, Gigel Paraschiv, Gina-Alina Catrina (Traistaru), Mihai Nita-Lazar, Ecaterina Matei, Sorin Stefan Biris, Paula Tudor
Summary: This article presents a nonconventional method using magnetite nanomaterial for efficient removal of lead ions from industrial wastewater. The experimental results show that the efficiency is highest at pH 6, impacted by both lower and higher pH values. Langmuir and Freundlich models were used to describe the adsorption process.
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Wai Siong Chai, Jie Ying Cheun, P. Senthil Kumar, Muhammad Mubashir, Zahid Majeed, Fawzi Banat, Shih-Hsin Ho, Pau Loke Show
Summary: Wastewater treatment is still a critical issue globally, and the removal of heavy metals is of utmost importance. Adsorption is the most common technique, with activated carbon being the traditional adsorbent, but facing challenges in separation and cost. Novel materials show competitiveness with excellent attributes like large surface area and high chemical inertness, presenting a promising future for heavy metal adsorption in wastewater treatment.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yaojia Ren, Hong Wu, Bin Liu, Quan Shan, Sheng Guo, Zengbao Jiao, Ian Baker
Summary: A high hardness, crack-free AlCoCuFeNi high-entropy alloy with good corrosion resistance was successfully produced by spark plasma sintering and hot rolling. The alloy exhibited a fine and uniform microstructure, low anisotropy, good wear and corrosion resistance, and grain boundary sliding as the creep mechanism.
Article
Development Studies
Bin Liu, Huajian Fang, Xiaosheng Qin, Feilian Zhang, Jingjing Li
Summary: An integrated multi-criteria analysis framework is proposed for sustainable water management of built reservoirs with dam-heightening-based decision. The study shows that this framework can effectively handle the decision-making problem of reservoir construction schemes and identifies subjective weighting factors. Game theory is found to be superior to traditional methods in integrating collective wisdom and objective indicators. This study is of significant reference value for the feasibility demonstration of reservoirs with water transferring tasks worldwide.
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Zi-Mei Peng, Yi-Yue Zhang, Dan Wei, Xiao-Jie Zhang, Bin Liu, Jun Peng, Xiu-Ju Luo
Summary: This study demonstrates that MALT1 upregulation promotes necroptosis in ischemic stroke by enhancing the degradation of A20. Inhibition of MALT1 can alleviate brain injury and restore the expression of A20, leading to the inhibition of necroptosis.
ARCHIVES OF BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS
(2023)
Article
Mechanics
Xiukuang Zhang, Qian Lei, Bin Liu, Xi Chen, You Li, Zhen Han, Huan Liu
Summary: Dispersion-strengthened copper matrix composites with Mo2C particles were fabricated by powder metallurgy and rolling. The Cu-5Mo2C composite showed the best combination of performances among the three composites. Its as-rolled form exhibited a tensile strength of 405.3 MPa, a hardness of 130.7 HV, and an electrical conductivity of 88.4% IACS. The primary strengthening mechanisms were grain boundary strengthening and dislocation strengthening. The Mo2C particles stabilized the microstructure and inhibited grain coarsening of the matrix, resulting in improved high-temperature softening resistance and mechanical properties for copper alloys.
COMPOSITE STRUCTURES
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Han Li, Zhonglin Zhang, Bin Liu, Jingli Liu, Bingbing Chen, Jianqiu Zhou
Summary: In this study, the chemical and mechanical stability of the interfaces between Ca2+ doped Na3PS4 solid electrolyte and Na anode, as well as un-doped Na3PS4 solid electrolyte and Na anode, were systematically investigated using first-principles calculations. The crystal structure, electronic structure, and mechanical properties of the two interface structures were analyzed. The results demonstrated that Ca2+ doping enhanced the chemical stability and mechanical strength of the interface structure, leading to improved battery performance and capacity retention. This surface modification provides valuable insights for designing all-solid-state batteries with high capacity and long cycle life.
COMPUTATIONAL MATERIALS SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Yaojia Ren, Bo Han, Hong Wu, Jianchuan Wang, Bin Liu, Bingqiang Wei, Zengbao Jiao, Ian Baker
Summary: For the first time, the formation of nanotwins and 9R phase were observed in ultrafine-grained Ti-5wt.%Cu alloys with an average lath width of 223 nm produced by laser powder bed fusion. The 9R phase originated from lath boundaries with Cu segregation and terminated at the other boundary of the lath. Deformation caused curvature of the lath boundaries and an increase in lath width, promoting the transition of the central 9R phase to nanotwins. This work provides a new route for in situ production of nanotwinned Ti by the laser melting-induced segregation of Cu.
SCRIPTA MATERIALIA
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Li Wang, Xiaopeng Liang, Bin Liu, Michael Oehring, Jonathan Paul, Jie Liu, Min Song, Florian Pyczak, Yong Liu
Summary: The interaction between dislocations and perovskite Ti3AlC precipitates in a titanium alloy was investigated. It was found that the Ti3AlC carbides can be sheared by dislocations, leading to the formation of stacking faults and crossed stacking fault configurations. These stacking faults are induced by the shear of Shockley partial dislocations and further extended along specific crystal planes.
SCRIPTA MATERIALIA
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Shenghan Gao, Ao Fu, Zhonghao Xie, Tao Liao, Yuankui Cao, Bin Liu
Summary: High-activity spherical TaNbTiZr refractory high-entropy alloy (REHA) powders were successfully prepared using the methods of electrode induction melting gas atomization (EIGA) and plasma rotating electrode process (PREP). Both methods produced powders with a single-phase body-centered cubic (BCC) structure and low oxygen content. The PREPed powders exhibited higher sphericity and smoother surface, but larger particle size compared to the EIGAed powders.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xiaolei Zhang, Bin Liu, Tao Wei, Zongming Liu, Jinkai Li
Summary: Magnetically controllable Janus micromotors with peroxidase-like activity and autonomous motion were developed for simultaneous colorimetric detection and degradation of hydroquinone (HQ) in water. The micromotors exhibit high speed and can efficiently reduce water pollution, providing a new insight for future multifunctional micromotors.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE-NANO
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Meng Du, Bin Liu, Yong Liu, Yong Yang
Summary: Additively manufactured face-centered-cubic high entropy alloys show high strength and good ductility, making them promising materials for impact-resistant structures. In this study, FeCoCrNi high entropy alloy was produced using laser beam powder bed fusion, and dynamic tests were conducted. The alloy exhibited superior yield stress and toughness at high strain rates, which can be attributed to its dislocation cell structure and the formation of microbands and deformation twins.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Shikun Li, Bin Liu, Xiao Jia, Min Xu, Ruoyu Zong, Xunfeng Li, Guohua Liu, Xiulan Huai
Summary: Understanding the relationship between the physical properties of composite components and thermal conductivity is crucial for improving overall heat-dissipation performance. A numerical simulation was conducted to investigate the anisotropic thermal conductivity and heat flux distributions of h-BN/nanofiber composite films. Factors such as the intrinsic thermal conductivity of the matrix and filler, filler geometry and orientation, and interface thermal resistance were considered. The study found that increasing the intrinsic thermal conductivity of the matrix and tuning the interface thermal resistance could enhance the thermal conductivity, while the contributions from increasing filler conductivity and length were limited.
INDUSTRIAL & ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Hui Wang, Longhao Cao, Mengmeng Wang, Bin Liu, Longping Deng, Guohua Li, Ya-Jun Cheng, Jie Gao, Yonggao Xia
Summary: A process to recycle valuable metals from spent lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) by separating aluminum foil and cathode material is proposed. The separated aluminum foil is used as a reducing agent to generate high-purity Ni-Co-Mn nanopowders. The process achieves high recovery efficiencies of Li, Ni, Co, and Mn and transforms waste aluminum into a high-value-added reductant, greatly reducing costs and making the process green.
INDUSTRIAL & ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xu Wang, Xiaofeng Li, Huiqi Xie, Touwen Fan, Li Zhang, Kaiyang Li, Yuankui Cao, Xiaohui Yang, Bin Liu, Peikang Bai
Summary: The effects of Al and La elements on the mechanical properties of CoNiFe0.6Cr0.6 high-entropy alloys with a face-centered cubic structure were investigated using first-principles calculations. The study discussed in detail the variations of various physical parameters as a function of Al and La concentration. The results showed that the resistance to deformation decreased with the increase of Al and La concentration, while the plasticity and ductility of the alloys improved. The addition of Al and La also strengthened the metallic characteristic of atomic bonding and increased the material's anisotropy.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jingli Liu, Han Li, Bin Liu, Luling Wang, Jianqiu Zhou, Feng Zhang
Summary: The effect of grain boundary stability on the properties of Cu-Ni nanocrystalline alloy was investigated by molecular dynamics simulations. It was found that a more stable grain boundary leads to a higher energy barrier for deformation mechanisms and requires more force to hinder atomic slip in the grain boundary. The material reaches its highest strength when the homogeneous segregation degree of nanograined metals is about 0.9. Additionally, the binding energy between dislocations and grain boundaries was studied comprehensively and deeply for the first time using molecular dynamics simulation.
MATERIALS TODAY COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Shuailing Yang, Hui Xu, Jie-Hua Chen, Bin Liu, Ka-Wing Cheng
Summary: In recent years, there has been increasing interest in microalgal protein (MP), but its potential applications in the food industry have not been fully realized. This review evaluates the safety aspects, potential production strategies, and technologies of about 30 microalgal species commonly used for human consumption. The nutritional, biological, and techno-functional properties of MP are summarized, and challenges facing the industry are addressed. The review highlights the need for low-cost cultivation strategies, efficient protein purification techniques, and exploration of novel applications for MP.
FOOD AND BIOPROCESS TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
