Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Jinxing Chen, Xiliang Zheng, Jiaxin Zhang, Qian Ma, Zhiwei Zhao, Liang Huang, Weiwei Wu, Ying Wang, Jin Wang, Shaojun Dong
Summary: Designing highly active nanozymes for various enzymatic reactions is a challenging task. In this study, a porous carbon-supported cobalt catalyst was synthesized to mimic the catalytic functions of natural NADH oxidase. The catalyst exhibited a range of catalytic activities and induced a cascade of effects in cancer cells, leading to apoptosis.
NATIONAL SCIENCE REVIEW
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Fan Gao, Zhuzhu Xiong, Yi Jia, Hong Li, Junbai Li
Summary: In this study, a facile method was proposed to design laccase mimic with high catalytic activity, long-term stability, and reusability. The synthesized membrane exhibited enhanced catalytic activity compared to natural laccase and showed good tolerance to high temperature. Moreover, it could be recycled multiple times with negligible loss of catalytic activity.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Phouphien Keoingthong, Shengkai Li, Zhaotian Zhu, Liang Zhang, Jieqiong Xu, Long Chen, Weihong Tan, Zhuo Chen
Summary: Nanozymes have great potential in various fields, but their lower catalytic activities compared to natural enzymes limit their applications. Encapsulating ultrasmall nanoparticles in few-layer carbon shells can protect them from dissolution and agglomeration while maintaining their catalytic activities. This strategy shows promise for preparing highly active, superstable, and ultrasmall nanozymes.
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Cao Zhijun, Li Zaijun
Summary: Metal nanomaterials as mimic enzyme have been widely used for biosensor and catalysis due to their high stability and low cost. In this study, Ru-biomass carbon composite was successfully synthesized and found to have excellent dispersion and high activity, making it suitable for the detection of chlorpyrifos.
JOURNAL OF INORGANIC MATERIALS
(2022)
Review
Energy & Fuels
Narayanan Subramanian, Tamizhdurai Perumal, V. L. Mangesh, Ragupathi Chinnadurai, Subramanian Sakthinathan, Te-Wei Chiu, Manickam Selvaraj, Jagannathan Madhavan
Summary: This study provides an exhaustive analysis of zeolite/graphene composites, exploring their fabrication, performance, and potential applications with other materials. It presents future perspectives and challenges, highlighting the synergy of graphene composites in various unexplored fields. The study also reviews historical data to demonstrate advancements in industrial applications of these composites.
Article
Environmental Sciences
J. M. Queiros, H. Salazar, A. Valverde, G. Botelho, R. Fernandez de Luis, J. Teixeira, P. M. Martins, S. Lanceros-Mendez
Summary: This study developed a water filtering technology that is easily reactivable and reusable by immobilizing sorbents into a polymeric substrate. The immobilized sorbents exhibited excellent Cr(VI) adsorption capacity and the technology showed promising performance in treating real water effluents.
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Ashutosh Dubey, Nidhi Bhavsar, Vivek Pachchigar, Mahesh Saini, Mukesh Ranjan, Charu Lata Dube
Summary: We have successfully synthesized multi-layer graphene oxide and graphene oxide based magnetic nanocomposite for efficient removal of toxic lead and cadmium ions from aqueous solution. The synthesized materials have shown good quality and large surface area, making them effective adsorbents.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Chenyu Zhou, Yunting Zeng, Zhimin Song, Quanyi Liu, Yu Zhang, Ming Wang, Yan Du
Summary: Inspired by single-atom catalysts, this study demonstrates the biomimetic design and synthesis of metalloporphyrin-containing nanocages. The nanocages show peroxidase-like activity at pH 6.0 and can be used for the one-step detection of H2O2, sarcosine, and glucose through various oxidase-involved reactions.
ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Review
Materials Science, Ceramics
Chenyang Wang, Yanyan Wang, Zhi Yang, Nantao Hu
Summary: Graphene is considered a promising gas sensing material due to its high specific surface area and good conductivity. Recent studies have shown that graphene-based gas sensors doped with metals, polymers, and metal oxides exhibit good sensitivity, selectivity, and repeatability. Possible improvement methods and common problems characteristic of graphene-based gas sensors are discussed in this review.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Mengting Chen, Zexuan Liu, Yinyin Guan, Yuxuan Chen, Weipeng Liu, Yingju Liu
Summary: The rational design and synthesis of high-performance nanozymes have been achieved in this study, which can mimic the activity of oxidase and enable sensitive detection of substances. The nanozyme consists of Co nanoparticles and N-doped carbon nanotubes with a hollow core-shell structure, and it can catalyze the colorless substance TMB. A colorimetric-fluorescence dual-mode immunosensor has been developed for the detection of OTA, which shows high sensitivity and accuracy.
SENSORS AND ACTUATORS B-CHEMICAL
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yizhuo Lu, Xingyuan Wan, Long Li, Pengfei Sun, Guoyan Liu
Summary: The study prepared a composite of graphene and silver nanoparticles for the treatment of colorectal carcinoma, showing excellent anti-cancer effects and stability. The nanocomposite demonstrated significant catalytic activity and was effective in reducing 4-nitrophenol.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Saranvignesh Alagarsamy, Ruspika Sundaresan, Tse-Wei Chen, Shen-Ming Chen, Bih-Show Lou, Balaji Ramachandran, Sayee Kannan Ramaraj, M. Ajmal Ali, Mohamed S. Elshikh, Jaysan Yu
Summary: Research in rare-earth metal molybdates, especially gadolinium molybdate (GdM), has gained interest due to their unique properties. In this study, GdM was synthesized using reduced graphene oxide (RGO). The GdM/RGO nanocomposite was then used for the electrochemical detection of metol (ML), showing excellent electrical properties. The GdM/RGO sensor exhibited a low detection limit and a wide linear range for ML determination.
MICROCHEMICAL JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Wenjing Qi, Huimin Yu
Summary: Surface immobilization of enzymes on magnetic-recoverable carriers, using nanosized M13 virus as a scaffold, resulted in the development of efficient magnetic lipase immobilization systems with high activity recovery yield and easy magnetic separation properties. The unique design of the magnetic (FAP-M13)-Fe3O4 virus hydrogel displayed promising features for scaled-up biocatalysis applications.
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Ganting Yang, Yifan Han, Anliang Lu, Qiang Guo
Summary: Micro-pillars made from RGO-reinforced Al-Mg-Si alloy after peak-ageing treatment show improved damping capacity and resistance to plastic deformation. The increase in damping coefficient is attributed to the combined effect of dislocation impedance, dislocation looping and cutting at precipitates, and formation of nano-twins.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Min-Young Lee, Jin-Hee Kim, Bo-Gyeong Park, Hyun-Kyu Lee, Sang-June Choi
Summary: This study proposed a novel method for removing arsenic pollutants using a magnetically separable adsorbent based on a non-toxic biopolymer. By synthesizing a tannin-immobilized magnetite/graphene oxide composite, the adsorption capacity for As (V) ions was significantly enhanced. The results indicate that tannin and Fe3O4 have synergetic adsorption affinities for arsenic ions.
SCIENCE OF ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Xu Dan, Li Ruiyi, Wang Qinsheng, Yang Yongqiang, Wang Guangli, Li Zaijun
Summary: The study successfully synthesized a palladium-graphene composite with histidine-functionalized graphene quantum dot as a linker, offering a three-dimensional architecture. The sensor based on this composite exhibited better sensitivity, selectivity, and long-term stability for electrochemical detection of 4-nitrophenol.
MICROCHEMICAL JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Bingxian Ou, Junxia Yan, Qinsheng Wang, Lixin Lu
Summary: In titanium-based metal-matrix composites (MMCs), the addition of graphene as a filler can enhance thermal conductivity. Through classical molecular dynamics simulations, we explored the thermal conductance at the titanium-graphene interface and found that the thermal boundary conductance decreases with an increasing layer number, decreases under tensile strain, and increases with compressive strain.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yongqiang Yang, Zhenfei Chen, Qinsheng Wang, Qun Wang, Yan Zhang
Summary: Reduced holey graphene (rHG) with a large number of nanopores and a 3D porous network accelerates electron transfer and demonstrates excellent electrochemical performance. The electrochemical sensor based on rHG successfully detects carbendazim with low detection limit and high sensitivity, showing outstanding anti-interference, stability, and satisfactory recoveries in real samples.
PHYSICA STATUS SOLIDI A-APPLICATIONS AND MATERIALS SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Bingxian Ou, Lixin Lu, Qinsheng Wang, Qing He, YiLin Xie, Junxia Yan
Summary: Titanium matrix composites reinforced by graphene exhibit excellent mechanical properties, and the addition of graphene nanosheets can improve the microstructure and mechanical properties of the composites.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Hao Cheng, Jiameng Wang, Yongqiang Yang, Huixian Shi, Jing Shi, Xiong Jiao, Peide Han, Xiaohong Yao, Weiyi Chen, Xiaochun Wei, Paul K. Chu, Xiangyu Zhang
Summary: Light-assisted antibacterial therapy, especially using visible light, has shown great potential as an alternative to antibiotic therapy. Recent research has focused on using near-infrared light irradiation to kill bacteria through hyperthermia and radical oxygen species. However, this study presents a visible light responsive organic-inorganic hybrid material for efficient treatment of bacterial infection. By capturing bacteria electrostatically and utilizing visible light through a Schottky junction, the material exhibits excellent antibacterial properties both in vitro and in vivo. This research highlights the potential of organic-inorganic materials in bio-photocatalysis and antibiotics-free treatment of wounds.
Article
Crystallography
Lei Xiong, Tianhong Tang, Xiaoyue Fan, Haiyang Liu, Peng Zhu, Xiaolan Zhang, Wei Qiao, Qinsheng Wang, Zhiwei Wang, Binghui Niu, Gang Wang
Summary: This study investigates the optical properties of interlayer excitons in MoS2 bilayers and finds that the interlayer exciton is highly sensitive to the twisted angle.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yongqiang Yang, Yilin Xie, Qinsheng Wang, Xiaochen Wu
Summary: The effect of carboxyl and hydroxyl enriched graphene oxide quantum dots (GOQDs) on modulating the assembly of lysozyme was characterized. It was found that the hydroxyl enriched GOQDs showed the strongest inhibition effect on the fibrillation of lysozyme, possibly due to enhanced electrostatic interactions with proteins.
CHEMICAL PHYSICS LETTERS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Qinsheng Wang, Yiyi Fan, Chengliang Wu, Yun Jin, Claudia Li, Jaka Sunarso, Xiuxia Meng, Naitao Yang
Summary: The design of a Pd-intercalated lamellar MXene membrane successfully modified the surface chemical properties of MXene and expanded the interlayer spacing, resulting in excellent H-2 permeability and selectivity, surpassing current benchmark membranes.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Chuanyi Gu, Yongqiang Yang, Chunru Wang, Junyao Li, Qing Jin, Xiaochen Wu
Summary: In this study, metal organic frameworks were deposited on aramid nanofibrils to create antibacterial composites with high drug loading capacity and sustained drug release property. The combination of these composites with antibacterial drugs provides a feasible strategy for efficient bacterial sterilization in various fields.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Yongqiang Yang, Zhijun Cao, Yilin Xie, Qinsheng Wang, Qun Wang, Zaijun Li
Summary: Metal nanomaterials as artificial enzymes have high activity, stability, and low cost. The artificial enzyme based on ionic liquid polymer microspheres shows excellent dispersibility and high oxidase-like activity. The colorimetric detection method based on the inhibitory effect of prochloraz on the artificial enzyme activity of ruthenium-based ionic liquid polymer microspheres is simple and rapid, and can be used for the rapid determination of prochloraz residues in strawberries.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED POLYMER SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Yan Zhang, Lu Zhang, Chenxing Li, Jingxuan Han, Wenwei Huang, Jiayi Zhou, Yongqiang Yang
Summary: In this study, an antifouling electrochemical sensor for dopamine detection was fabricated by combining MXene and holey graphene. The single-layer MXene modified electrode showed excellent conductivity, large surface area, and enhanced antifouling ability.
MICROCHEMICAL JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Lu Zhang, Chenxing Li, Yongqiang Yang, Jingxuan Han, Wenwei Huang, Jiayi Zhou, Yan Zhang
Summary: A sensor based on MXene and ERHG was fabricated, showing excellent electrochemical performance and anti-biofouling properties. It can detect dopamine in phosphate-buffer saline solution with high stability and electron transfer rate.
Article
Physics, Multidisciplinary
Yu-Xin Song, Yu-Qi Li, Ling-Han Wang, Xiao-Lan Zhang, Chong Wang, Qin-Sheng Wang
Summary: This paper demonstrates the significance of doping control in transition metal dichalcogenide devices and shows the potential of the electrochemical ion intercalation method for achieving precise modulation of their photoelectric response performance. The observed enhancements in electrical conductivity and the ability to reversibly control the photoelectric response highlight the promising prospects of this technique. Ultimately, this work paves the way for future advancements in the field of two-dimensional materials and opens up new ways for designing and optimizing photoelectric devices with improved functionality and performance.
ACTA PHYSICA SINICA
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Shun-Shun Chen, Xu-Xiu Chen, Tian-Yu Yang, Li Chen, Zheng Guo, Xing-Jiu Huang
Summary: A temperature-modulated sensing strategy was proposed to identify and determine BTEX compounds. Highly effective identification of BTEX was achieved using linear discrimination and convolutional neural network analyses. Additionally, quantitative analysis of concentration was accomplished by establishing the relationship between concentration and response.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Myungkyung Noh, Jeong Yeon Sim, Jisung Kim, Jee Hwan Ahn, Hye-Young Min, Jong-Uk Lee, Jong-Sook Park, Ji Yun Jeong, Jae Young Lee, Shin Yup Lee, Hyo-Jong Lee, Choon-Sik Park, Ho-Young Lee
Summary: This study reveals that chronic exposure to PM induces chronic inflammation and development of COPD by dysregulating NAD+ metabolism and subsequent SIRT1 deficiency in pulmonary macrophages. Activation of SIRT1 by resveratrol effectively mitigates PM-induced inflammation and COPD development. Targeting metabolic and epigenetic reprogramming in macrophages induced by PM is a promising strategy for COPD treatment.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yu Liu, Linlin Qin, Yiming Qin, Tong Yang, Haoran Lu, Yulong Liu, Qiqi Zhang, Wenyan Liang
Summary: Co/NC/PAC electrode was prepared by compounding ZIF-67 with powder-activated carbon for the electrocatalytic treatment of nitrogen-containing heterocyclic compounds. The degradation efficiency of the four compounds reached 90.2-93.7% under optimal conditions, and the degradation order was pyridazine < pyrimidine < pyrazine < pyridine.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Julien Couturier, Pierre Tamba Oulare, Blanche Collin, Claire Lallemand, Isabelle Kieffer, Julien Longerey, Perrine Chaurand, Jerome Rose, Daniel Borschneck, Bernard Angeletti, Steven Criquet, Renaud Podor, Hamed Pourkhorsandi, Guilhem Arrachart, Clement Levard
Summary: This study analyzes the properties of bauxite residue samples and explores the influence of bauxite ore origin, storage conditions, and storage time. The results show that the speciation of yttrium is related to the origin of bauxite ore, while no significant variation was observed with storage conditions or aging of the residues.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Sakthinarenderan Saikumar, Ravi Mani, Mirunalini Ganesan, Inbakandan Dhinakarasamy, Thavamani Palanisami, Dharani Gopal
Summary: Microplastic contamination in marine ecosystems poses a growing concern due to its trophic transfer and negative effects on marine organisms. This study investigates the transfer and impacts of polystyrene microplastics in an estuarine food chain. The results show that microplastics can be transferred through the food chain, although the transfer rates are low. The exposed organisms exhibit stress responses, suggesting the potential risk of microplastics reaching humans through the food chain.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Yan-Jiao Li, Ying Yuan, Wen-Bing Tan, Bei-Dou Xi, Hui Wang, Kun-Long Hui, Jia-Bao Chen, Yi-Fan Zhang, Lian-Feng Wang, Ren-Fei Li
Summary: This review investigated and analyzed the distribution, composition, and abundance of heavy metals and antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) in landfill. The results showed that heavy metals have lasting effects on ARGs, and complexes of heavy metals and organic matter are common in landfill. This study provides a new basis to better understand the horizontal gene transfer (HGT) of ARGs in landfill.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jessy Joseph, Ari Vaisanen, Ajay B. Patil, Manu Lahtinen
Summary: Efficient and environmentally friendly porous hybrid adsorbent beads have been developed for the removal of arsenic from drinking water. The structural tuning of the adsorbents has been shown to have a significant impact on their adsorption performance, with high crystallinity leading to increased adsorption capacity and selectivity towards As5+.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yangyang Liu, Minhua Xiao, Kaiqin Huang, Juntao Cui, Hongli Liu, Yingxin Yu, Shengtao Ma, Xihong Liu, Meiqing Lin
Summary: This study measured the levels of phthalate metabolites in breast milk collected from mothers in southern China. The results showed that phthalates are still prevalent in the region, and breastfeeding contributes to phthalate intake in infants. However, the levels detected do not pose significant health risks to infants based on dietary exposure. The increasing exposure to certain phthalates calls for further research into their sources and potential risks.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zhiqiang Wu, Jianxing Sun, Liting Xu, Hongbo Zhou, Haina Cheng, Zhu Chen, Yuguang Wang, Jichao Yang
Summary: Ocean depth affects microbial diversity, composition, and co-occurrence patterns of microplastic microbial communities. Deterministic processes dominate the assembly of mesopelagic plastisphere microbial communities, while stochastic processes shape the assembly of bathypelagic microbial communities. The relationships between microorganisms in the mesopelagic layer are more complex and stable, with Proteobacteria and Actinobacteriota playing important roles.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Tingting Xiao, Renjie Chen, Chen Cai, Shijie Yuan, Xiaohu Dai, Bin Dong, Zuxin Xu
Summary: Based on the efficiency of catalytic ozonation techniques in enhancing sludge dewaterability, this study investigated its effectiveness in simultaneous reduction of antibiotics and antibiotic resistance genes. The results showed that catalytic ozonation conditioning changed the distribution of antibiotics and achieved high degradation rates. It also significantly reduced the abundance of ARGs, inhibited horizontal gene transfer, and decreased the signal transduction of typical ARGs host bacteria.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yang Deng, Xiaohong Guan
Summary: This article discusses two different development approaches for ferrate(VI) technology in water treatment, arguing that process integration is a promising method that can drive technological innovation and revolution in water treatment, achieving higher treatment efficiency, reduced costs and energy consumption, and a smaller physical footprint.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zhe Zhang, Lu Zhang, Zhihao Huang, Yuxin Xu, Qingqing Zhao, Hongju Wang, Meiqing Shi, Xiangnan Li, Kai Jiang, Dapeng Wu
Summary: In this study, a floating catalytic foam was designed and prepared to enhance the mass transfer in immobilized photocatalysts for wastewater treatment. The floating catalytic foam could float on the water surface and establish a temperature gradient, effectively promoting the diffusion and adsorption of target molecules during the photocatalytic process.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Muhammad Nafees, Adiba Khan Sehrish, Sarah Owdah Alomrani, Linlin Qiu, Aasim Saeed, Shoaib Ahmad, Shafaqat Ali, Hongyan Guo
Summary: The accumulation of cadmium and antibiotics in edible plants and fertile soil is a worldwide problem. This study investigated the potential of zinc oxide nanoparticles to alleviate the toxicity of both cadmium and antibiotics and promote spinach growth.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Lurui Wan, Kai Wang, Yuan Chen, Zhiyong Xu, Wenbo Zhao
Summary: In this study, a low viscosity and high thermal stability SO2 absorbent with dual interacting sites was successfully synthesized. The absorbent showed the highest absorption enthalpy change and entropy change values among reported SO2 absorbents, and exhibited lower viscosity and comparable thermal stability to ILs.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Zhengwei Zhou, Guojie Ye, Yang Zong, Zhenyu Zhao, Deli Wu
Summary: This study utilized Mo powder and STPP to enhance the performance of the sodium percarbonate system in pollutant degradation. The presence of Mo and STPP resulted in a higher degradation rate of the model pollutant SMX, with low oxidant consumption. The system generated multiple active species through a series of chain reactions at different pH values, exhibiting excellent performance towards electron-rich pollutants. Furthermore, Mo demonstrated excellent stability and reusability.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2024)