Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Brian C. Wyatt, Andreas Rosenkranz, Babak Anasori
Summary: MXenes, as two-dimensional materials, have wide applications in energy, electronics, sensors, etc., with their mechanical properties, flexibility, and strong adhesion playing key roles. Despite the critical nature of MXenes' performance, further exploration is needed in understanding their mechanical and tribological behavior.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Muhammad Sufyan Javed, Abdul Mateen, Salamat Ali, Xiaofeng Zhang, Iftikhar Hussain, Muhammad Imran, Syed Shoaib Ahmad Shah, Weihua Han
Summary: This review summarizes the advances in synthesis, properties, morphology, structure, and chemistry of MXenes for ZIBs. The recent developments in MXene-based electrodes and electrolytes are highlighted, along with strategies and challenges for enhancing the electrochemical performance of ZIBs. Future prospects for MXene-based ZIBs are also discussed.
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Xin Pang, Shixiang Xue, Tong Zhou, Quanlong Xu, Wanying Lei
Summary: The Ti3C2/WO3/PVDF photocatalytic membrane, prepared by dispersing WO3 nanoplates on the surface of Ti3C2 MXene, demonstrates efficient water purification and good photostability. The outstanding performance of the photocatalytic membrane is attributed to the electrical conductivity of Ti3C2, the formation of built-in electric field, and the large interface contact area between Ti3C2 and WO3.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wangwang Xu, Xiaobin Liao, Weina Xu, Kangning Zhao, Guang Yao, Qinglin Wu
Summary: Researchers have developed an ion selective and water-resistant cellulose nanofiber/MXene composite membrane, which effectively addresses the corrosion issue caused by water and anions in zinc ion batteries, leading to significantly improved efficiency and cycle life.
ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Dillon C. Yost, Adam L. Friedman, Aubrey T. Hanbicki, Jeffrey C. Grossman
Summary: Through high-throughput computational screening, we identified 26 promising two-dimensional (2D) monolayer materials with excellent properties for high transparency and EMI shielding. The top candidate, an AgSe2 monolayer, exhibited significantly improved performance compared to graphene, achieving 94% EMI attenuation.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Lukas Dekanovsky, Jalal Azadmanjiri, Martin Havlik, Pal Bhupender, Jiri Sturala, Vlastimil Mazanek, Alena Michalcova, Lunjie Zeng, Eva Olsson, Bahareh Khezri, Zdenek Sofer
Summary: Two-dimensional nanomaterials have been widely used in energy storage devices, but there are still challenges in terms of capacitance modulation and stability. In this study, a versatile, cheap, and environmentally friendly method is introduced to enhance the electrochemical parameter of MXene-based supercapacitors through coating with functional organic molecules. The MXene-organic hybrid strategy improves ionic absorption and forms a passivation layer on the MXene's surface, providing a new and cost-effective approach for designing and fabricating hybrid MXene-based electrode materials for energy storage/conversion systems.
Review
Energy & Fuels
Nayab Sheikh, Muhammad Bilal Tahir, Nisar Fatima, Muhammad Sagir, Muhammad Pervaiz, M. Suleman Tahir
Summary: The most promising prospect of energy storage devices lies in batteries and supercapacitors. MXenes, a group of 2D materials with remarkable properties, have shown great potential in resolving the energy crisis through applications in batteries, supercapacitors, as well as carbon dioxide reduction and hydrogen production.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENERGY RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Junyan Li, Ming Lu, Weijia Zheng, Wei Zhang
Summary: MXenes are two-dimensional materials with unique structures and properties, which have attracted significant scientific interest. Ion intercalation, as an important mechanism, plays a crucial role in regulating the electronic and chemical properties of MXene materials. This review provides an overview of the interaction events between ions and MXenes, including advanced characterization techniques, influencing factors, mechanisms, and functionalization roles of ion intercalation.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Nayab Sheikh, Muhammad Bilal Tahir, Nisar Fatima, Muhammad Sagir, Muhammad Pervaiz, M. Suleman Tahir
Summary: MXenes, with outstanding properties such as high electrical conductivity, hydrophilic nature, and excellent thermal stability, have shown great potential applications in energy storage devices and energy conversion fields. The combination of MXenes with leading polymers and their potential applications in energy harvesting have been discussed, indicating promising candidates for resolving the energy crisis.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENERGY RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Shuai Wang, Shanshan Liang, Liang Chen, Haiping Fang
Summary: Graphene-based membranes have gained attention in desalination and water treatment due to their unique physical and chemical characteristics. However, the permeability-selectivity trade-off of graphene oxide membranes has limited their real-world applications. This study demonstrates the feasibility of small-flakes reduced graphene oxide membranes for nanofiltration, achieving higher water permeance and maintaining high rejection rates. The research sheds light on improving the performance and stability of graphene oxide-based membranes.
Review
Electrochemistry
Cunliang Zhang, Xin Wang, Wei Wei, Xincheng Hu, Yulin Wu, Nan Lv, Shengyang Dong, Laifa Shen
Summary: MXenes, as a new category of 2D materials, have shown significant impact in scientific research and technical applications, particularly in the field of energy storage. Despite numerous efforts in the past years, research on MXenes is still in its early stages with challenges and opportunities for future exploration in supercapacitors, lithium-ion batteries, and beyond lithium-ion batteries.
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jindi Yang, Zhikao Li, Zhuyuan Wang, Shi Yuan, Yang Li, Wang Zhao, Xiwang Zhang
Summary: Membrane-based separation technologies, particularly thin-film nanocomposite membranes using 2D materials, show great potential in improving efficiency of the separation process. This work provides an intensive summary on the function, mechanisms, and common characteristics of 2D materials in 2D-M-TFN membranes, as well as discusses different types of these membranes and the challenges and opportunities they present.
ADVANCED MATERIALS TECHNOLOGIES
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Anwar Q. Al-Gamal, Wail S. Falath, Tawfik A. Saleh
Summary: Membrane-based separation processes, especially polymer-inorganic composite reverse osmosis membranes, show great potential in applications such as water purification and wastewater treatment. This study successfully modified aromatic polyamide membrane surfaces by incorporating graphene oxide (GO) and TiO2 composite, leading to enhanced salt rejection and filtration performance. Surface characterization techniques confirmed the presence of TiO2-GO composite on the membrane surface, and performance evaluations demonstrated significant improvements in permeate flux, salt rejection, and hydrocarbons rejection due to changes in membrane surface properties.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2021)
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Rajalakshmi Sakthivel, Murugan Keerthi, Ren-Jei Chung, Jr-Hau He
Summary: Heterostructures of two-dimensional materials have unique properties due to electronic structure modification at the interface, and can be used in various biosensors, showing great potential for applications.
PROGRESS IN MATERIALS SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xiaopeng Liu, Ling Zhang, Xinwei Cui, Qian Zhang, Wenjihao Hu, Jiang Du, Hongbo Zeng, Qun Xu
Summary: 2D material nanofiltration (NF) membranes have attracted great attention for their energy efficiency and cost effectiveness in water purification. The severely confined nanocapillaries in the membrane lead to anomalous water and ion permeation phenomena, making them promising for achieving superior overall performance. Understanding these abnormal transport behaviors is crucial for the continuous development of 2D material NF membranes.
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
M. R. Mozafari, Sarabanou Torkaman, Fatemeh Mahsa Karamouzian, Babak Rasti, Bikash Baral
Summary: Bacterial infections cause hundreds of millions of severe illnesses annually worldwide, with increasing drug resistance posing a threat to human health. Nanoliposome-encapsulated silver nanoparticles serve as an efficient system for antibacterial applications, delivering encapsulated agents to target bacteria both in vitro and in vivo.
CURRENT NANOSCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Haonan Wang, Kenneth L. Kearns, Aixi Zhang, Ahmad Arabi Shamsabadi, Yi Jin, Aaron Bond, Steven M. Hurney, Carlos Morillo, Zahra Fakhraai
Summary: The effect of nanoporous confinement on the glass transition temperature depends on the type of porous media. The study showed that molecular glass confined in concave pores has a higher Tg due to more planar conformations and slower relaxation dynamics. These effects are entropic in nature and are due to conformational changes at the molecular level.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Mojtaba Shahsavari, Mohammadreza Mohammadabadi, Amin Khezri, Masoud Asadi Fozi, Olena Babenko, Oleksandr Kalashnyk, Valentyna Oleshko, Serhii Tkachenko
Summary: This study found that adding fennel to the diet of Kermani lambs can have positive effects on growth characteristics and the expression of the IGF1 gene in muscle tissue.
ANIMAL BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Ahmed K. Rashwan, Naymul Karim, Yang Xu, Jiahong Xie, Haoxin Cui, M. R. Mozafari, Wei Chen
Summary: Anthocyanins have various activities and can be used as natural dyes in the food industry. The stability and bioavailability of anthocyanins can be improved by using encapsulation systems, specifically biopolymer-based nanoparticles, nanohydrogels, and complex coacervates.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Gisoo Maleki, Ernst J. Woltering, M. R. Mozafari
Summary: This review article discusses the potential applications of chitosan-based carriers as encapsulating agents in the food industry. Chitosan can protect bioactive ingredients in food from environmental factors and has been extensively used as a carrier for delivering bioactive ingredients.
TRENDS IN FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Akkarach Bumrungpert, Patcharanee Pavadhgul, Theera Piromsawasdi, M. R. Mozafari
Summary: This study suggests that oral ferrous bisglycinate plus folinic acid supplementation is comparable to standard ferrous fumarate for the clinical management of iron deficiency in pregnant women, with better bioavailability, tolerability, and efficacy, and a lower elemental iron dosage.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Farhad Bordbar, Mohammadreza Mohammadabadi, Just Jensen, Lingyang Xu, Junya Li, Lupei Zhang
Summary: Genome-wide association studies were used to identify SNPs and candidate genes related to carcass depth and hind leg circumference in Simmental beef cattle. Several potential SNPs and candidate genes, including CDKAL1 and E2F3, were identified, which can help breeders understand and improve meat yield.
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Arash Koocheki, Mohammad Ali Hesarinejad, M. R. Mozafari
Summary: The effects of NaCl and CaCl2 on the rheological properties of Lepidium perfoliatum seed gum (LPSG) were investigated. The results showed that LPSG is an arabinoxylan-type polysaccharide with small amounts of uronic acids. The presence of salts increased the viscosity and stiffness of the gum solutions. The intrinsic viscosity of LPSG decreased with increasing salts concentrations, especially with calcium ions.
CHEMICAL AND BIOLOGICAL TECHNOLOGIES IN AGRICULTURE
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Ziba Hedayatnasab, Ahmad Ramazani Saadatabadi, Hossein Shirgahi, M. R. Mozafari
Summary: This study optimized the synthesis conditions of Fe3O4 nanoparticles (FeNPs) by examining the effects of synthesis environment and precipitating agent type. It was found that the synthesis environment had a greater impact on the crystallinity and magnetization of FeNPs compared to the precipitating agent. The optimal FeNPs were evaluated for their hyperthermic performance and a safe clinical criterion was used to determine the desirable heat generation within the secure hyperthermia temperature range. An artificial neural network (ANN) with different learning algorithms was used to examine the localized anticancer heat of the FeNPs, and the ANN-BFG model showed the best prediction performance. The particle swarm optimization (PSO) algorithm was then employed to improve the speed rate of the ANN-BFG model. The hybrid ANN-PSO approach demonstrated excellent accuracy, convergence, and precise optimization in predicting the localized temperature under hyperthermia conditions.
MATERIALS RESEARCH BULLETIN
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Farzad Seidi, Ahmad Arabi Shamsabadi, Mostafa Dadashi Firouzjaei, Mark Elliott, Mohammad Reza Saeb, Yang Huang, Chengcheng Li, Huining Xiao, Babak Anasori
Summary: The excessive use of antibiotics has led to bacterial mutations and the emergence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, necessitating the development of new antibacterial compounds. MXenes have shown great potential in biomedical applications due to their unique properties, such as multifarious elemental compositions, 2D-layered structure, large surface area, abundant surface terminations, and excellent photothermal and photoelectronic properties. This review focuses on the antibacterial application of MXenes and provides an overview of their synthesis strategies, as well as the factors affecting their biocidal activity. The mechanisms of bacterial deactivation by MXenes, such as rupturing the bacterial membrane, generating reactive oxygen species, and photothermal deactivation, are discussed in detail. The hybridization of MXenes with other materials can enhance their biocidal activities for various applications, such as wound dressings and water purification. The challenges and perspectives of MXene nanomaterials as biocidal agents are also presented.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Mehran Alavi, M. R. Mozafari, Saba Ghaemi, Morahem Ashengroph, Fatemeh Hasanzadeh Davarani, Mohammadreza Mohammadabadi
Summary: This study investigated the docking properties of epigallocatechin gallate and quercetin with the transmembrane spike glycoprotein of SARS-CoV-2. The results suggest that these compounds have the potential to be effective therapeutic agents for viral diseases.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Bushra Aziz, Iffat Aziz, Ahmat Khurshid, Ehsan Raoufi, Fahime Nasr Esfahani, Zahra Jalilian, M. R. Mozafari, Elham Taghavi, Masroor Ikram
Summary: Cancer is a major cause of death worldwide, and different types of cancer can be treated with surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, or a combination of these methods. However, these approaches have limitations. Photodynamic therapy (PDT) is an alternative noninvasive treatment that generates reactive oxygen species (ROS) at the treatment site. PDT requires photoactivation by a photosensitizer (PS) and can induce cell death through necrosis, apoptosis, and immune system stimulation. This review highlights the potential of natural compounds as photoactive agents and encourages research on their use as a potent PS to enhance the efficiency of PDT.
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Hamidreza Dorostkar, Bibi Fatemeh Haghiralsadat, Mahdie Hemati, Fatemeh Safari, Azam Hassanpour, Seyed Morteza Naghib, Mohammad Hossein Roozbahani, M. R. Mozafari, Ali Moradi
Summary: Liposomal doxorubicin with favorable characteristics was designed and synthesized, and its physicochemical properties were investigated. The co-administration of liposomal doxorubicin with free doxorubicin and quercetin showed promising results in reducing cardiac enzymes, oxidative stress, and apoptosis, as well as improving antioxidant capacity in heart tissue.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Asa Chavoshi, Meysam Soleimani, Mojdeh Mohammadi, M. R. Mozafari, Reza Mahjub
Summary: This study prepared poly-lacy ide-coglycolide nanoparticles encapsulating propolis flavonoids for use in a sunscreen formulation. The results showed that the sunscreen formulation incorporating nanoparticles had a higher sun protection factor (SPF) compared to formulations containing free propolis flavonoids or plain nanoparticles.
JOURNAL OF COSMETIC SCIENCE
(2022)