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Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Hui Cui, Yingxiang Ye, Ruibiao Lin, Yanshu Shi, Zeid A. Alothman, Osamah Alduhaish, Bin Wang, Jian Zhang, Banglin Chen
Summary: A novel microporous indium-based MOF material, UTSA-22, with unique 3-way rod-shaped secondary building units (SBUs) was reported, demonstrating high methane and hydrogen storage capacities.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY FRONTIERS
(2022)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Richelle Lyndon, Yuxiang Wang, Ian M. Walton, Yao Ma, Yang Liu, Zhenzi Yu, Guanghui Zhu, Samuel Berens, Yu-Sheng Chen, SuYin G. Wang, Sergey Vasenkov, David S. Sholl, Krista S. Walton, Simon H. Pang, Ryan P. Lively
Summary: The study synthesized porous purine-based metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and investigated their potential in xylene separations. Among them, Zn(purine)I exhibited excellent para-xylene/ortho-xylene separation capability, attributed to the shape and size of the channel aperture within its rigid framework.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
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Chemistry, Physical
Shashwat Srivastava, Sachin P. Shet, S. Shanmuga Priya, K. Sudhakar, Muhammad Tahir
Summary: Metal organic frameworks (MOFs) are widely used in adsorption and separation due to their porous nature and high surface area. In this study, hydrogen adsorption in four copper MOFs was analyzed using molecular simulation. The results showed that PCN-60 exhibited high hydrogen uptake at both 298 K and 77 K.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2022)
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Environmental Sciences
Rongying Zeng, Wenqing Tang, Qianyi Zhou, Xing Liu, Yan Liu, Shuzhan Wang, Zhen Chen, Nengzhong Yi, Zefen Wang, Jun Chen
Summary: Two novel adsorbents, CaAl-LDHs and SDBS-CaAl-LDHs, showed high adsorption capacities for lead ions. The adsorption kinetics and isotherms of both adsorbents were studied, indicating their potential application in water treatment.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
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Engineering, Chemical
Mohammad Saood Manzar, Tauqir Ahmad, Mukarram Zubair, Nisar Ullah, Hissah A. Alqahtani, Brigida Maria V. da Gama, Jordana Georgin, Muhammad Nasir, Nuhu Dalhat Mu'azu, Jwaher M. Al Ghamdi, Hamidi Abdul Aziz, Lucas Meili
Summary: This study investigated the adsorption performance of silicomanganese fumes (SMF) and NaOH-modified SMF (SMF-Na) for the removal of tetracycline (TC) from water. The results showed that SMF-Na had a higher surface area and better TC adsorption capacity compared to SMF. The adsorption process reached equilibrium in 360 minutes, and the presence of Na+ ions had a minimal effect on TC adsorption.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING RESEARCH & DESIGN
(2023)
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Chemistry, Physical
Longhui Nie, Yiqiong Yang, Caihong Fang, Heng Chen, Sitian Xin
Summary: Metal-organic framework (MOF) based Co-MIL-300 adsorbent with a large specific surface area and rich surface functional groups exhibits effective adsorption of tetracycline hydrochloride (TCH) in water. The adsorption process follows pseudo-second-order kinetic model and Langmuir model, and is an endothermic and chemical adsorption process. Co-MIL-300 shows higher adsorption capacity compared to Co-MIL, and maintains stability over a wide pH range. The presence of certain ions inhibits TCH adsorption, but the adsorption capacity can be recovered after regeneration.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
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Chemistry, Applied
Xinyang Yin, Ahmad Alsuwaidi, Xueyi Zhang
Summary: Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) are coordination networks with high surface area and tunable chemistry, widely used in molecular recognition-related applications. This review focuses on pore engineering at four different length scales, including unit cell, multi-unit cells, mesoscale, and macroscale, and discusses the practical consequences on mass transfer, heat transfer, and mechanical stability of MOF materials.
MICROPOROUS AND MESOPOROUS MATERIALS
(2022)
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Agricultural Engineering
Xin Zhang, Yaru Li, Mengru Wu, Yao Pang, Zhenbing Hao, Mian Hu, Rongliang Qiu, Zhihua Chen
Summary: The Fe/Mn oxides loaded biochar (FeMn-BC) was prepared to enhance the adsorption of tetracycline (TC), with gamma-Fe2O3 and MnO2 playing a dominant role. The adsorption process was best described by the Elovich kinetic and Langmuir isotherm models, with a maximum capacity of 14.24 mg/g. The FeMn-BC showed potential for TC removal in column tests and actual wastewater, with concentrations of leached Fe and Mn meeting the required standards after adsorption.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
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Engineering, Chemical
Syeda Saba Fatima, Azry Borhan, Muhammad Ayoub, Noraini Abd Ghani
Summary: This study evaluated the equilibrium and kinetics properties of CO2 adsorption on two RSS-derived AC samples. The Freundlich model accurately described the experimental results, indicating a heterogeneous phase for the adsorption process. The pseudo-second order model was found to be the most suitable for both blank and IL-functionalized AC.
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Chemistry, Applied
Bing Chen, Yanhui Li, Meixiu Li, Mingfei Cui, Wenshuo Xu, Liubo Li, Yaohui Sun, Mingzhen Wang, Yang Zhang, Kewei Chen
Summary: By improving the synthesis process, a MOF-525/GO composite with high surface area and good adsorption properties was obtained; the adsorption rate of TC by MOF-525/GO is rapid and stable, mainly driven by pi-pi stacking and hydrogen bonding, as well as complexation between Zr and TC.
MICROPOROUS AND MESOPOROUS MATERIALS
(2021)
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Chemistry, Physical
Gamil A. A. S. AlHazmi, Khlood G. AbouMelha, Mohamed A. El-Desouky, Ashraf El-Bindary
Summary: Zirconium metal organic framework (Zr-MOF) was synthesized by hydrothermal method, and various spectroscopic methods were used for sample characterization. The adsorption of doxorubicin (DOX) onto Zr-MOF was studied. The effects of DOX concentration, contact time, solution pH, and temperature were investigated. The surface properties of Zr-MOF were determined by scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The adsorption efficiency of Zr-MOF for DOX was found to be higher at pH 6. The equilibrium isotherms and kinetic data were described using different adsorption models. The docking interactions between DOX and lung cancer and liver cancer receptors were evaluated.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR STRUCTURE
(2022)
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Agricultural Engineering
Jiayi Tang, Yongfei Ma, Zhikang Deng, Ping Li, Xuebin Qi, Zulin Zhang
Summary: In this study, a new composite adsorbent (BC-MA) was developed by impregnating bio-waste bagasse with magnesium-aluminum layered double oxides for the removal of tetracycline (TC). BC-MA exhibited a high adsorption capacity of 250.6 mg g(-1) due to its developed porous structure, large surface area, and reinforced functional groups. BC-MA showed excellent adsorption capacity in diverse water environments and sustainable regeneration ability. The adsorption process of TC by BC-MA was spontaneous and endothermic, and intraparticle diffusion was the rate-limiting stage. The proposed mechanisms involved pi-pi interactions, pore filling, complexation, and hydrogen bonding. These findings suggest that the synthesis of modified biochar from bagasse offers new opportunities for waste resource reuse and water pollution control.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
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Engineering, Environmental
Uziel Ortiz-Ramos, Roberto Leyva-Ramos, Esmeralda Mendoza-Mendoza, Antonio Aragon-Pina
Summary: This study investigated the adsorption of tetracycline onto different clays and analyzed the adsorption mechanisms and influencing factors. Bentonite showed the highest adsorption capacity due to its swelling characteristic, interlayer cations, and tetracycline molecular size. Adsorption occurred on the external surface and in the interlayer space of bentonite, with both physical and chemical mechanisms involved. The adsorption process was partially reversible and endothermic.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Faeze Khakbaz, Mohammad Mirzaei, Mohamad Mahani
Summary: The Bi@Cd MOF adsorbent was successfully synthesized and studied for its adsorption performance on crystal violet, showing high adsorption capacity and removal efficiency.
PARTICULATE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Waad M. Al-Tawarh, Rakan M. Altarawneh, Salah A. Al-Trawneh, Solhe F. Alshahateet, Samir Al-Taweel
Summary: This study investigates the adsorption characteristics of tetracycline using C-4-hydroxyphenylcalix[4]resorcinarene as an adsorbent. Various operational parameters were adjusted to optimize the adsorptive efficiency. The results show that C-4-hydroxyphenylcalix[4]resorcinarene effectively removes tetracycline from aqueous solutions with a high adsorption capacity. The study also finds that the removal process follows pseudo-second order kinetics and Freundlich isotherm models.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Panpan Zhang, Xu Wang, Yangyang Yang, Haifeng Yang, Chunsheng Lu, Mingru Su, Yu Zhou, Aichun Dou, Xiaowei Li, Xiaochuan Hou, Yunjian Liu
Summary: In this study, the influence of transition metal doping on the electronic and mechanical properties and electrochemical performance of 2HMoS2/NC was investigated using Cobalt (Co) as an example. Co doping was found to effectively improve the electronic conductivity and active site areas of 2H-MoS2/NC at different positions, optimizing the adsorption and diffusion capability of potassium ions. Furthermore, the study revealed the optimal roles of different types of nitrogen atoms in kinetic adsorption, diffusion, and interfacial stability of potassium ions. These findings provide guidance for the experimental design of high rate 2H-MoS2/NC electrode materials and the optimal design of other functional composite materials.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
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Chemistry, Physical
Zeeshan Ajmal, Mahmood Ul Haq, Shahid Zaman, M. K. Al-Muhanna, Anuj Kumar, Mohammed M. Fadhali, Siwar Ben Hadj Hassine, Muhammas Qasim, K. F. Alshammari, Ghulam Abbas Ashraf, Abdul Qadeer, Adil Murtaza, Sulaiman Al-Sulaimi, Huaqiang Zeng
Summary: This study presents a novel heterojunction structure (SrTiO3/CN-TAL10.0) for enhanced photocatalytic water splitting (PWS). The incorporation of thiophenedicarboxaldehyde (TAL) through copolymerization significantly improves the photocatalytic activity of carbon nitride (CN) while maintaining its photostability performance. The optimized composition allows efficient isolation of photoinduced charge carriers and enhanced charge transport, resulting in a remarkable increase in overall photocatalytic efficiency.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
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Chemistry, Physical
Angela Arnosa-Prieto, Patricia Diaz-Rodriguez, Manuel A. Gonzalez-Gomez, Pelayo Garcia-Acevedo, Lisandra de Castro-Alves, Yolanda Pineiro, Jose Rivas
Summary: Macrophages can exhibit different phenotypes depending on the microenvironment and the characteristics of magnetic iron oxide nanoparticles (MNPs). This study demonstrates that the concentration and morphology of MNPs can influence the polarization of macrophages. The findings have implications for therapeutics targeting tissue regeneration and tumor progression.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
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Chemistry, Physical
Yu Fang, Cheng-Ye Zhu, Hao-Cheng Yang, Chao Zhang, Zhi-Kang Xu
Summary: This study demonstrates the advantages of vacuum-assisted interfacial polymerization (VAIP) in fabricating polyimide nanofiltration membranes. By using vacuum filtration, aqueous solutions of PIP can be evenly distributed on different microfiltration substrates, leading to the fabrication of uniform and ultra-thin polyamide layers with excellent performance. The membranes exhibit high rejection rates and water permeance, as well as satisfactory long-term stability.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
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Chemistry, Physical
Isaac J. Gresham, Edwin C. Johnson, Hayden Robertson, Joshua D. Willott, Grant B. Webber, Erica J. Wanless, Andrew R. J. Nelson, Stuart W. Prescott
Summary: Understanding the interactions between polymers and surfactants is crucial for optimizing commercial systems. This study tested the behavior of polymer-surfactant systems, revealing that they do not behave like polyelectrolytes in the presence of salt. Additionally, the structure of polymer-surfactant complexes under confinement differs from that of polyelectrolytes.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
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Chemistry, Physical
Yunxiao Xie, Cui Liu, Jie Zhang, Yan Li, Bin Li, Shilin Liu
Summary: This study aimed to improve the microstructure and rheological properties of W/W Pickering emulsions by crosslinking sodium alginate at the water-water interface, thereby enhancing the activity of encapsulated probiotics in simulated gastrointestinal digestion.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
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Chemistry, Physical
Sang Ho Lee, Yige Sun, Patrick S. Grant
Summary: This research developed an effective approach to enhance the charging rates of lithium ion batteries (LIBs) by strategically incorporating carbon nanotube (CNT) conductivity boosters into Li4Ti5O12 (LTO) electrodes. Multi-layer architectures comprising CNT-rich and CNT-free LTO electrode layers were manufactured using a layer-by-layer spray coating method to promote charge transfer kinetics of high mass loading electrodes. The best performing multi-layer was paired with a spray-coated LiFePO4 (LFP) positive electrode, resulting in attractive power performance that outperformed conventional LTO || LFP combinations.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
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Chemistry, Physical
Jingwei Liang, Shaobin Li, Fengbo Li, Li Zhang, Yufeng Jiang, Huiyuan Ma, Kun Cheng, Liang Qing
Summary: A molybdenum-regulated self-supporting electrode material with rich vacancy defects has been successfully synthesized and shows exceptional catalytic activities and stability for electrocatalytic overall water splitting. This study provides a new perspective for the design and synthesis of non-precious metal bifunctional electrocatalysts.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
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Chemistry, Physical
Jonas Blahnik, Jennifer Schuster, Rainer Mueller, Eva Mueller, Werner Kunz
Summary: This study investigates the relationship between the morphology of PMMA monopolymers and PMMA-PHEMA copolymers with the expected nature of surfactant-free microemulsions (SFMEs) before polymerization. It is found that previously mesostructured, surfactant-free mixtures can produce porous polymers of different morphologies, while unstructured, oil-rich regions lead to solid, transparent polymers without nanostructured morphologies. Additionally, a surfactant-based reference system shows similar phase behavior and polymer morphologies as the comparable surfactant-free system, indicating the importance of the hydrotropic behavior of HEMA in this system.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
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Chemistry, Physical
Zheng-Fen Pu, Wen-Zhi She, Rong Sheng Li, Qiu-Lin Wen, Bi-Chao Wu, Chun-Hua Li, Jian Ling, Qiue Cao
Summary: This study synthesized two framework-isomeric covalent organic frameworks (COFs) and discovered that the light scattering signal of COFs can be used for the analytical detection of lead ions. By controlling synthesis conditions and introducing regulators, the morphology of COFs could be controlled and framework-isomeric COFs could be precisely synthesized.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
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Chemistry, Physical
Yuchen Weng, Ying Hong, Jingyu Deng, Sicheng Cao, Li-Juan Fan
Summary: This paper reports the preparation of dynamic color-changing fluorescent polymer nanoparticles (PNPs) by constructing a fluorescence resonance energy transfer (FRET) pair. The PNPs show excellent anti-counterfeiting effects and reproducibility. The study demonstrates a promising encryption strategy that can achieve multiple outputs with simple operation.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
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Chemistry, Physical
Guodong Liu, Zijian Wang, Jianing Wang, Hanbin Liu, Zhijian Li
Summary: This study investigates the combination of multicolor switchable polyaniline (PANI) electrode and 1-methyl-4,4'-bipyridyl iodide (MBI), which demonstrates superior optical properties in visible and near-infrared light modulation, as well as excellent electrochemical performances. This combination can be used to develop novel electrochromic devices for applications in smart packaging, smart labels, and flexible smart windows.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
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Chemistry, Physical
Huying Yan, Yang Guo, Xingzhi Bai, Jiawei Qi, Haipeng Lu
Summary: By modifying Ti3C2Tx through heterogeneous interface engineering, optimized impedance matching is achieved, leading to enhanced electromagnetic wave absorption performance.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
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Chemistry, Physical
Kehu Zhang, Yang Zhou, Silvia Moreno, Simona Schwarz, Susanne Boye, Brigitte Voit, Dietmar Appelhans
Summary: This article presents an advanced crosslinking strategy to fabricate clustered polymersomes using host-guest interactions. By controlling the input of crosslinker and environmental conditions, reversible aggregation and disassembly of these polymersomes can be achieved. The size and structure of these clustered polymersomes can be regulated and visualized through a fluorescent enzymatic cascade reaction.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Junjie Xu, Weixiong Huang, Ruiling Li, Li Li, Jinjin Ma, Jiaou Qi, Haiyan Ma, Min Ruan, Lilin Lu
Summary: In this study, a potassium doped palladium catalyst was developed for acetylene hydrogenation, showing excellent catalytic performance and durability. The doping of potassium effectively weakened the adsorption of ethylene, improved ethylene selectivity, and lowered the barriers of hydrogen activation and transfer reactions.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
