Article
Engineering, Chemical
Xuemei Bao, Qianqian Liu, Jiahui Yang, Furong Wang, Fengjiao Yu, Jian Yu, Yang Yang
Summary: In this study, a reactive polysulfone ultrafiltration membrane with self-cleaning performance was designed. It showed an effective recovery of permeation flux under visible-light irradiation and degradation of adsorbed organic fouling through cascade reactions.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
J. Ponce, J. Pena, J. Roman, J. M. Pastor
Summary: Two polysaccharide-based hydrogels, agarose and chitosan, were used to shape pieces containing micro-meter anatase (TiO2) for wastewater treatment. The degradation of organic pigments found in textile industry wastewaters was successfully achieved under simulated solar light. The materials showed high degradation capability after optimization of geometry, surface exposition, porosity, and anatase content. Long-term and reutilization studies demonstrated the stability and potential applicability of these low-cost and recyclable materials.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yucheng Liu, Maoqi Liao, Dong Gan, Mingyan Chen, Lili Ma, Bing Yang, Lingli Li, Wenwen Tu, Meng Zhu, Shumeng Liu
Summary: In this study, a novel photocatalytic self-cleaning graphene oxide (GO) membrane was synthesized using g-C3N4 nanofillers and polydopamine (PDA). The resulting membrane showed improved membrane separation performance and self-cleaning ability, making it suitable for wastewater treatment.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Sina Karimzadeh, Babak Safaei, Tien-Chien Jen, Peter Ozaveshe Oviroh
Summary: In this study, the development and design of heavy metal ion separation systems from wastewater were investigated using nano-porous silicon carbide membranes with decorated pores. The findings showed that the increase of pressure on larger pore diameters had significant effects on water flux and ion rejection. The presence of different decorated atoms at the edge of pores played a crucial role in improving water flux and ion rejection through interactions with water molecules and metal ions.
JOURNAL OF WATER PROCESS ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Tao Lu, Hebin Liang, Wenxuan Cao, Yankang Deng, Qingli Qu, Wenjing Ma, Ranhua Xiong, Chaobo Huang
Summary: Membrane separation is an effective strategy for water treatment, but faces limitations such as poor emulsion separation and membrane fouling. The synergistic treatment technology of adsorption and visible light catalysis can efficiently degrade organic pollutants. The ZIF-8/GO/PAN nanofibrous membrane shows excellent performance in emulsion separation, photocatalytic degradation, antibacterial properties, and biosafety, with great potential for complex wastewater purification.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Anwar Ali, Ismail Shahid, Iqtidar Ahmad, Bin Lu, Haitao Zhang, Wen Zhang, Ping Kwan Johnny Wong
Summary: Investigated the photocatalytic and optical properties of vdWHs with 2D heterostructures, finding high absorption coefficient and carrier mobility, making them suitable for visible-light-driven photocatalysis.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Min Zou, Chao Tan, Han Yang, Danni Kuang, Zexiao Nie, Hu Zhou
Summary: In this study, a novel BiOBr@TiO2/PU-SF composite porous membrane was prepared and used as a photocatalyst for mineral flotation wastewater disposal for the first time. The composite membrane showed higher photocatalytic activity compared to other materials. Characterization and experiments confirmed that the enhanced photocatalytic performance was attributed to the heterojunction formed between BiOBr and TiO2. Additionally, the flexible membrane material was easily recycled and reused.
JOURNAL OF WATER PROCESS ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zifan Zhang, Yuan Lin, Qianwen Liu, Xuxu Wang, Xianzhi Fu, Wenyue Su
Summary: Developing high-efficiency photocatalysts for CO2 photoreduction is crucial for addressing energy and pollution issues. The synthesized α-Fe2O3 modified La2Ti2O7 significantly improved the activity and stability for photocatalytic CO2 reduction, with enhanced charge separation efficiency. The optimized composite exhibited excellent CO2 reduction activity, providing novel insights into the design and fabrication of high-performance photocatalysts for solar-to-energy applications.
CATALYSIS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Muhammad Shafi, Maoxia Zhou, Pengyi Duan, Wenying Liu, Wenjie Zhang, Zhipeng Zha, Jinjuan Gao, Sartaj Wali, Shouzhen Jiang, Baoyuan Man, Mei Liu
Summary: In this study, recyclable ZnSe nanowire SERS substrates were synthesised using chemical vapor deposition and achieved enhanced SERS performance. The substrates showed excellent stability and sensitivity, and could be reused up to 6 times while maintaining strong SERS signal reproducibility. The proposed ZnSe nanostructure has potential applications in food safety and other fields.
SENSORS AND ACTUATORS B-CHEMICAL
(2022)
Article
Electrochemistry
Qian Su, Weiwen Wang, Zisheng Zhang, Jihai Duan
Summary: The study successfully achieved photocatalytic nitrogen reduction reaction by growing a layer of Cu2O crystal film and doping ZnO nanoparticles with bimetallic Mo and Fe on the surface of a copper mesh. It was found that the increase in ammonia yield is mainly attributed to the synergistic effect of bimetallic doping, moderate oxygen vacancies, and p-n heterojunction.
JOURNAL OF THE ELECTROCHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Wang ZuBin, Liu Kang, Heng LiPing, Jiang Lei
Summary: A bio-inspired, solar-driven separation device has been developed for effectively removing small dye molecules from wastewater, demonstrating excellent regenerability and acid/alkali resistance. The device shows promising potential for application in fields such as dye separation, wastewater purification, and desalination.
SCIENCE CHINA-TECHNOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Kai Wang, Man Xu, Zhenxing Fang, Xiao Chen, Lixin Liu, Haiyue Zhang, Xuan Cao
Summary: Magnetically recyclable and S-scheme heterojunctions Fe3O4/Cu2O particles were prepared via hydrothermal approach using Fe3O4 and Cu2O as precursors. The addition of hydrogen peroxide formed a Fenton-like system. Rhodamine B (RhB) removal experiments were conducted under visible light irradiation, and Fe3O4/Cu2O showed good photocatalytic efficacy. The Fe3O4/Cu2O photocatalyst can be easily removed based on magnetism and is effective for the degradation of RhB under both UV and visible light irradiation.
ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Kaili Huo, Jin Wang, Tao Zhuang, Yuqiang Zhao, Boru Gao, Mengmeng Dou, Xiaoyue Wang, Yao Fu, Dongying Wang, Lin Ci
Summary: The study presented a simple method for preparing flexible composite non-woven catalysts with good spectral response, which efficiently degraded dyes and antibiotics, exhibited outstanding self-cleaning and antibacterial properties, and showed promising potential in wastewater treatment applications.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xin Wang, Jiaqian Zhu, Xiang Yu, Xionghui Fu, Yi Zhu, Yuanming Zhang
Summary: A novel rGH-PANI/BiOI photocatalyst with synergistic adsorption-enrichment and photocatalytic-degradation effects was successfully prepared through a facile three-step hydrothermal method. The composite showed excellent separable and recyclable properties, and great potential in the treatment of water pollution.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Lilong Zhang, Ge Meng, Guifang Fan, Keli Chen, Yulong Wu, Jian Liu
Summary: This study presents a preparation process for a photocatalytic membrane device that can degrade dye pollution under visible light. By utilizing cellulose nanofibers (CNFs) and nanosheet C3N4 (NS C3N4) in a well-organized multilayer structure, the device achieved high efficiency, high flux, and excellent stability in dye wastewater treatment.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Guo-hai Yang, Dan-dan Bao, Da-qing Zhang, Cheng Wang, Lu-lu Qu, Hai-tao Li
NANOSCALE RESEARCH LETTERS
(2018)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Qin Jia, Zhi-Qin Geng, Yang Liu, Wen Wang, Cai-Qin Han, Guo-Hai Yang, Haitao Li, Lu-Lu Qu
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE
(2018)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Guohai Yang, Qian Zhang, Yuan Liang, Hong Liu, Lu-Lu Qu, Haitao Li
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2019)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Guohai Yang, Xuejiao Fang, Qin Jia, Haixin Gu, Yunpeng Li, Caiqin Han, Lu-Lu Qu
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Yingqiu Gu, Di Xu, Kun Zou, Tingrong Zhou, Gen Zhu, Guohai Yang, Lu-Lu Qu
Summary: The novel paper centrifugal chromatography-SERS detection method offers a cost-effective and efficient way to separate and detect multiple components rapidly in emergency situations, with potential value for substance analysis in remote and poor areas.
ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Siyu Luo, Meng Sha, Fei Tian, Xialian Li, Lijie Fu, Yingqiu Gu, Lu-Lu Qu, Guo-Hai Yang, Chengzhou Zhu
Summary: The nitrogen and boron co-doped graphene nanoribbons (NB-GNRs) prepared by a hydrothermal method exhibit superior peroxidase-like activities, enabling the development of enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay for the detection of interleukin-6. The biosensors based on NB-GNRs show a wide linear range and a low detection limit, indicating great potential in various applications.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Qian Zhang, Zhenglin Liu, Hengchang Zhang, Caiqin Han, Ying Wu, Changchun Yan, Ying Liu, Bin Wu, Guohai Yang, Peitong Duan
Summary: The leakage of aromatic amines is a serious threat to human health and the environment, calling for rapid and highly sensitive detection methods. In this study, a simple surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) method using gold nanostars-modified silver nanorods was developed to detect benzidine and 4-aminobiphenyl (4-ABP). The method showed high enhancement factors for rhodamine 6G (R6G) and crystal violet (CV) and achieved low detection limits. Moreover, the SERS method allowed high-sensitivity detection of benzidine and 4-ABP in river water samples within 3 minutes, making it a portable platform for on-site environmental pollutant detection.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Lulu Qu, Jing Han, Yi Huang, Guohai Yang, Weijie Liu, Zhouyang Long, Yingqiu Gu, Qingming Zhang, Ming Gao, Xiaochen Dong
Summary: The emergence of nanozymes provides a potential method for combating multidrug-resistant bacteria resulted from the abuse of antibiotics. In this study, a high-efficiency peroxidase-mimicking nanozyme with surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) property was designed. The nanozyme effectively converts the low-active Raman reporter 3,3 ',5,5 '- tetramethylbenzidine (TMB) into its oxidized form with H2O2, resulting in SERS signal changes, thereby achieving highly sensitive quantification of H2O2. Moreover, the nanozyme can specifically catalyze H2O2 into antibacterial hydroxyl radicals, demonstrating remarkable antibacterial efficacy against Staphylococcus aureus.
ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Fanglei Liu, Jiayi Zhao, Xinyu Liu, Xi Zhen, Qiumei Feng, Yingqiu Gu, Guohai Yang, Lulu Qu, Jun-Jie Zhu
Summary: A photoelectrochemical-surface-enhanced Raman scattering dual-mode biosensor has been constructed for the sensitive and accurate detection of Staphylococcus aureus. The biosensor combines carbon nitride nanosheets and gold nanoparticles to enhance the detection performance. This study offers a novel and effective dual-mode sensing strategy with important implications for bioanalysis and health monitoring.
ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Xinyu Liu, Changchun Zhao, Minyan Zhuang, Xin Meng, Peng Zhang, Guohai Yang
Summary: In this study, a highly sensitive surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy sensor (SERS) was proposed using 3-methoxyphenylborate pinacol ester (MAPE) modified gold nanoflowers (Au NFs/MAPE) for the detection of ONOO- in living cells. The results show that the SERS sensors have high selectivity and excellent sensitivity for ONOO- in the presence of other interfering ions.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yi Huang, Tianhua Xie, Kun Zou, Yingqiu Gu, Guohai Yang, Fanli Zhang, Lu-Lu Qu, Shikuan Yang
Summary: The development of a highly sensitive SERS strategy using a multifunctional SPE membrane has enabled the detection of aldehydes as biomarkers for lung cancer, offering potential for early diagnosis and improving survival rates.
Review
Materials Science, Biomaterials
Siyu Luo, Xi Chen, Yihan He, Yingqiu Gu, Chengzhou Zhu, Guo-Hai Yang, Lu-Lu Qu
Summary: Graphene nanoribbons (GNRs), a new type of quasi-one-dimensional graphene-based material, have unique properties and wide applications, especially in electronics and biomedical fields. Despite challenges in the synthesis and application of functionalized GNRs, they hold significant practical promise in various biomedical applications in the future.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY B
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Xuejiao Fang, Yuhang Song, Yi Huang, Guohai Yang, Caiqin Han, Haitao Li, Lulu Qu
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Guohai Yang, Daqing Zhang, Gen Zhu, Tingrong Zhou, Manting Song, Lulu Qu, Kecai Xiong, Haitao Li
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Rajalaxmi Sahoo, C. Reshma, D. S. Shankar Rao, C. V. Yelamaggad, S. Krishna Prasad
Summary: This study investigates the influence of the flexible spacer parity of a guest photoactive liquid crystalline dimer on the photonic bandgap features of the cholesteric and twist grain boundary smectic C phases of the host molecule. The results show that the parity of the photoactive dimer affects the width of the photonic bandgap and the blue-shift of the cholesteric phase. Additionally, the parity of the dimer also affects the layer spacing and two-dimensional periodicity of the liquid crystalline phases.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Sara Rozas, Alberto Gutierrez, Mert Atilhan, Alfredo Bol, Santiago Aparicio
Summary: This study presents a multiscale theoretical investigation on the use of bifunctional hydrophobic Deep Eutectic Solvent for carbon capture using tetrapropylammonium chloride, acetic acid, and ethanolamine. The characterization includes nanoscale analysis of CO2 absorption mechanisms and changes in liquid phase properties during gas capture.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Tabouli Eric Da-yang, Alhadji Malloum, Jean Jules Fifen, Mama Nsangou, Jeanet Conradie
Summary: In this study, the potential energy of different glycine tautomers and their interaction with Cu2+ cations was investigated. The results showed that the solvation medium and the presence of Cu2+ cations influenced the stability of glycine tautomers.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xiaoliang Gou, Nan Ye, Qingqing Han, Junjie Cui, Long Yi Jin
Summary: In this study, amphiphilic rod-coil molecules with rigid DSA parts and flexible oligoether chains were designed and their assembly capacities were investigated. The morphology of the molecular aggregates was influenced by the pH of the solution and UV light, and the aggregates showed adsorption capacity for nitroaromatic compounds.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Shuang Liu, Liyan Shan, Cong Qi, Wenhui Zhang, Guannan Li, Bei Wang, Wei Wei
Summary: Optimizing the design of styrene-butadiene-styrene copolymer (SBS) is crucial for producing cost-effective SBS modifiers and improving road quality. This study examined the influence of SBS content and molecular structure on viscosity and compatibility. The results showed that the viscosity contribution of SBS is determined by its molecular structure and phase morphology.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Artem A. Petrov, Ekaterina A. Titova, Aydar A. Akhmadiyarov, Ilnaz T. Rakipov, Boris N. Solomonov
Summary: This work focuses on the thermochemistry of solvation of azeotropes. The enthalpies of dissolution of azeotropes in different mediums were determined, and the impact of the structure of the azeotropes on their properties in solution was discussed. A correlation between enthalpies of solvation and molar refraction was used to determine the vaporization enthalpies of azeotropes for the first time. The results were found to be consistent with literature data, obtained using direct and calculated methods. These findings contribute to the analysis of the structure-property relationships of azeotropes.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
L. V. Kamaeva, E. N. Tsiok, N. M. Chtchelkatchev
Summary: Understanding the correlations between liquids and solids allows us to predict the thermodynamic parameter range favorable for the formation of intriguing solid phases by studying liquids. In this study, we experimentally and theoretically investigated an Al-Cu-Co system within different composition ranges, and identified high-temperature solid phases. Our findings demonstrated the correlation between the boundaries of different solid phases and undercooling and viscosity in the concentration area.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
R. Aneesh Kumar, S. Jamelah Al-Otaibi, Y. Sheena Mary, Y. Shyma Mary, Nivedita Acharjee, Renjith Thomas, Renjith Raveendran Pillai, T. L. Leena
Summary: In this study, the interactions between doped and pristine coronenes and adenine nucleobases were investigated using Density Functional Theory. The optimal configurations, adsorption energies, charge transfer, and electrical properties of each complex were calculated. It was found that doped coronene had stronger adsorption strength and charge transfer compared to pristine coronene. The stability of the complexes was attributed to non-covalent interactions in the interactive region. The change in electrical conductivity of coronenes after adsorption suggested their sensitivity towards DNA bases. The predicted energy gap and prolonged recovery time for adenine-coronene configurations indicated the potential application of pristine/doped coronene in DNA detection.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Gang Zhou, Yongwei Liu, Biao Sun, Zengxin Liu, Cuicui Xu, Rulin Liu, Qi Zhang, Yongmei Wang
Summary: The CFD-DEM method was used to simulate the dust deposition pattern in the bronchus of anchor digging drivers, revealing the highest dust concentration in the vortex region of the working face. The study also found a positive correlation between dust particle diameter and bronchial deposition rate, and a negative correlation with alveolar deposition rate.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yan Zhang, Yafei Luo, Lingkai Tang, Mingyan E, Jianping Hu
Summary: This study investigates the effects of different transition metal decorations on B12N12 nanocages on the adsorption properties of nitrosourea drugs using computational methods. The results reveal the presence of weak non-covalent interactions between metals and nanocages, and the interaction between drugs and nanocages plays a significant role in drug adsorption. Compared to free drugs, the adsorption of drugs on nanocages can facilitate electron transfer, reduce energy gaps and chemical hardness, indicating activity at the target site.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
C. I. Alcolado, J. Poblete, L. Garcia-Rio, E. Jimenez, F. J. Poblete
Summary: In this study, the selective oxidation of aromatic aldehydes was investigated using Ru(VI) as a catalyst and hexacyanoferrate (III) as a cooxidant in an alkaline medium. The reaction mechanism involves complex reaction orders for the oxidant and the aromatic aldehyde, while the reaction order for Ru(VI) is one. The proposed mechanism includes two catalytic cycles and the formation and decomposition of complexes. Quantitative structure-activity relationship analysis showed that deactivating groups in the para-position enhance the process.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Inez A. Barbieri, Marcos L. S. Oliveira, Franciele S. Bruckmann, Theodoro R. Salles, Leonardo Zancanaro, Luis F. O. Silva, Guilherme L. Dotto, Eder C. Lima, Mu. Naushad, Cristiano R. Bohn Rhoden
Summary: This study evaluated the adsorption of zolpidem on magnetic graphene oxide and synthesized magnetic graphene oxide adsorbents for zolpidem removal. The best magnetic nanoadsorbent was found to have a removal percentage of 87.07% at specific pH and temperature conditions. The results suggest that the removal of zolpidem is related to the surface chemistry of the adsorbent rather than the surface area of graphene oxide. The adsorbent showed excellent adsorption efficiency and magnetic behavior, making it a promising material for removing zolpidem from aqueous solutions.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hongyan Huang, Chunquan Li, Siyuan Huang, Yuling Shang
Summary: This study examines the sensitivity of the thermal conductivity of water-based alumina nanofluids to changes in concentration, sphericity, and temperature. The results show that volume fraction and temperature have a significant impact on the thermal conductivity, while sphericity also needs to be considered. A support vector machine regression model was created to analyze the sensitivity of the thermal conductivity to different parameters. The findings indicate that temperature, sphericity, and volume fraction are the most sensitive variables.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Correction
Chemistry, Physical
V. M. Pergamenshchik, T. Bryk, A. Trokhymchuk
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Valentyn Rudenko, Anatolii Tolochko, Svitlana Bugaychuk, Dmytro Zhulai, Gertruda Klimusheva, Galina Yaremchuk, Tatyana Mirnaya, Yuriy Garbovskiy
Summary: This paper reports on the synthesis, structural characterization, spectral and nonlinear-optical properties of glass nanocomposites made of glass forming ionic liquid crystals and nanoparticles. The study reveals that by exciting the nanocomposites within their absorption band, a control over effective optical nonlinearities can be achieved, allowing the modification of the magnitude and sign of the effective nonlinear absorption coefficient. The proposed strategy using metal-alkanoates based glass-forming ionic liquid crystals and nanoparticles shows great potential for the development of nanophotonics and plasmonics technologies.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2024)