Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Tiago Fernandes, Helena I. S. Nogueira, Carlos O. Amorim, Joao S. Amaral, Ana L. Daniel-da-Silva, Tito Trindade
Summary: This study focuses on the use of surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) for detecting trace water contaminants in water quality monitoring, with the design of novel nanostructures through different chemical strategies and functionalities integration.
CHEMISTRY-A EUROPEAN JOURNAL
(2022)
Editorial Material
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
T. Fernandes, H. I. S. Nogueira, C. O. Amorim, J. S Amaral, A. L. Daniel-da-Silva, T. Trindade
Summary: This study investigates chemical strategies for preparing magneto-plasmonic nanostructures for SERS detection in water quality monitoring. Three chemical routes were explored, leading to different ways of evaluating SERS detection using distinct interfaces.
CHEMISTRY-A EUROPEAN JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Spectroscopy
Tiago Fernandes, Natercia C. T. Martins, Ana L. Daniel-da-Silva, Tito Trindade
Summary: In this paper, the synthesis of magneto-plasmonic dendrimer-based nanosorbents containing Au nanostars is reported, and it is demonstrated that they can be used as versatile optical sensors for the detection of pesticides in spiked water samples. The magneto-plasmonic hybrid materials enhance the Raman signal of these pesticides under variable operational conditions, suggesting the versatility of these systems for water quality monitoring.
SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA PART A-MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Mariacristina Turino, Ramon A. Alvarez-Puebla, Luca Guerrini
Summary: This study presents a novel surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) spectroscopy platform for the dynamic sensing of biothiols. By using colloidally stable silver nanoparticles clusters equipped with a specifically designed azobenzene derivative, significant spectral changes can be observed in the presence of small biothiols, which can be quantitatively correlated with the biothiol content.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Kosti Tapio, Amr Mostafa, Yuya Kanehira, Antonio Suma, Anushree Dutta, Ilko Bald
Summary: DNA origami technology enables precise assembly of chemical entities at the nanoscale, creating sophisticated functional materials. By assembling Au or Ag nanoparticle dimers, a versatile DNA origami nanofork antenna (DONA) has been developed, achieving signal enhancements in surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) up to 10(11). Using the DNA origami structure, single-molecule SERS measurements of three dyes, cytochrome c, and horseradish peroxidase proteins have been successfully demonstrated.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Antonio Sasso, Angela Capaccio, Giulia Rusciano
Summary: This review focuses on the recent studies conducted by our group in the past decade, where novel nanofabrication techniques were successfully applied to SERS and TERS experiments for studying bio-systems and molecular species of environmental interest.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Kim-Hung Huynh, Eunil Hahm, Mi Suk Noh, Jong-Hwan Lee, Xuan-Hung Pham, Sang Hun Lee, Jaehi Kim, Won-Yeop Rho, Hyejin Chang, Dong Min Kim, Ahruem Baek, Dong-Eun Kim, Dae Hong Jeong, Seung-min Park, Bong-Hyun Jun
Summary: Magnetic plasmonic particles (MPPs) serve as an advanced SERS detection platform with synergistic effects of magnetic and plasmonic properties, offering functions such as separation, drug delivery, and therapeutic applications. Literature explores the structure and multifunctionality of MPPs, enabling novel applications in various biological fields.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ilya A. Milekhin, Alexander G. Milekhin, Dietrich R. T. Zahn
Summary: This study presents the optical response of spherical CdSe nanocrystals using SERS and TERS techniques, achieving significant enhancement of optical phonons by selecting appropriate plasmonic substrates. Combining Raman scattering with atomic force microscopy offers nanoscale spatial resolution for investigating phonon properties. Gap-mode TERS further enhances Raman scattering of CdSe NCs' optical phonon modes with nanometer spatial resolution, providing new pathways for optical characterization and phonon spectrum details at the nanometer scale of single semiconductor nanostructures.
Article
Optics
Shiyu Li, Guomeng Zuo, Nishan Wu, Zhao Yang, Benyang Zhao, Li Xia, Wei Li
Summary: The study introduces a hybrid plasmonic nanofocusing waveguide for a surface-enhanced Raman scattering tweezer, enabling on-chip Raman detection and optical trapping. By optimizing the tweezer design, it is able to efficiently trap and detect 20 nm diameter sample particles, showcasing the potential for integrated SERS detection and optical manipulation on a chip.
OPTICS AND LASER TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Lin Zhu, Zhen Meng, Saizhen Hu, Tiancong Zhao, Bing Zhao
Summary: The study focuses on the plasmonic coupling between noble-metal and semiconductor nanostructures, and reveals the enhanced charge transfer and surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) signals in a designed W18O49/Ag heterostructure. A new coupled-plasmon-induced charge transfer mechanism is proposed, providing insight for further studies on plasmonic effects and interfacial charge transfer in metal/semiconductor heterostructures.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Lin Zhu, Zhen Meng, Saizhen Hu, Tiancong Zhao, Bing Zhao
Summary: In this study, we for the first time observed and considered the plasmonic coupling between noble-metal and semiconductor nanostructures in metal/semiconductor heterostructures, using a W18O49/Ag heterostructure composed of Ag nanoparticles and W18O49 nanowires. The heterogeneous structure exhibited a broad and strong surface plasmon resonance (SPR) absorption in the visible wavelength range. Surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) was used to investigate the interactions between metal SPR, semiconductor SPR, and the heterostructure's charge transfer process, revealing that the coupled SPR enhanced the heterostructure's internal charge transfer and SERS signals. A new coupled-plasmon-induced charge transfer mechanism was proposed to explain the improved charge transfer efficiency. This work provides insights for further studies on plasmonic effects and interfacial charge transfer in metal/semiconductor heterostructures.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Razieh Moosavi, Ramin Zibaseresht
Summary: In this study, a sensitive and selective probe for cyanide detection based on Ag/Fe3O4 nanoparticles was improved to have higher selectivity and precision in an extended calibration range. The method utilizes both the strong enhancement of scattered light of plasmonic nanoparticles and the fluorescence quenching of cyanide, providing a wider linear range for cyanide detection. This method has great potential for practical applications and is of significance for cyanide measurement.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lei Ouyang, Tobias Meyer-Zedler, Kel-Meng See, Wei-Liang Chen, Fan-Cheng Lin, Denis Akimov, Sadaf Ehtesabi, Martin Richter, Michael Schmitt, Yu-Ming Chang, Stefanie Grafe, Jurgen Popp, Jer-Shing Huang
Summary: This study investigates the enhancement effect of plasmonic gratings in nonlinear surface-enhanced coherent anti-Stokes Raman scattering (SECARS) using the platform of plasmonic Doppler grating (PDG). The PDGs spatially separate the input and output enhancement, allowing for observation and comparison of overall enhancement from different combinations of individual input and output beams. The results indicate that enhancement in the pump and anti-Stokes beams plays a more critical role in the overall enhancement than that in the Stokes beam.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Shuang Lin, Haoyu Guan, Yuqi Liu, Shinian Huang, Junming Li, Wuliji Hasi, Yizhuo Xu, Jixin Zou, Bin Dong
Summary: Tuning and controlling the plasmon coupling of noble metal nanoparticles are crucial for enhancing their responses in near-field and far-field. A novel heterogeneous plasmonic assembly with a controllable hot spot model was proposed in this work, showing significant enhancement for SERS behavior in point-to-facet hotspots. The binary assemblies of Au NS doping in Au@Ag NCs demonstrate excellent sensitivity and high reproducibility in the identification of ketamine, indicating a new avenue for fabricating plasmonic metal materials with collective LSPR properties and sensitive SERS behavior.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2021)
Review
Spectroscopy
Vanessa Cupil-Garcia, Pietro Strobbia, Bridget M. Crawford, Hsin-Neng Wang, Hoan Ngo, Yang Liu, Tuan Vo-Dinh
Summary: This work provides an overview of the development and application of surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) and plasmonic nanoplatforms, including various sensing platforms for monitoring genomic biomarkers, infectious diseases diagnostics, and cancer biomarker detection. It also presents applications of plasmonic AuNS in bioimaging, photothermal therapy, and immunotherapy. An interesting advancement called Synergistic Immuno Photothermal Nanotherapy (SYMPHONY) combines AuNS-mediated PTT with immunotherapy to enhance efficacy.
JOURNAL OF RAMAN SPECTROSCOPY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Natercia C. T. Martins, Sara Fateixa, Tito Trindade
Summary: In this study, hydrophobic paper-based SERS substrates with high reproducibility and uniformity were fabricated by inkjet printing Ag colloidal nanoparticles (NPs) on office paper pre-treated with chitosan (CH) or N,N,N-trimethyl chitosan (TMC). Coating the paper with these biopolymers substantially improved the SERS performance of the paper substrates. Crystal violet (CV) 100 µM was used as a molecular probe, and an increase of about 9-fold and 7-fold in the observed SERS intensity was observed when the papers were coated with CH and TMC, respectively. The coated substrates also showed improved reproducibility compared to non-coated office paper.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2023)
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Diogo Marinheiro, Fatima Martel, Barbara J. M. L. Ferreira, Ana L. L. Daniel-da-Silva
Summary: Diabetes mellitus, a global epidemic, is associated with serious health threats including cardiovascular diseases. Current treatments have limitations, driving the development of new effective formulations. Silica-based nanocarriers show potential for treating diabetes and regulating blood glucose concentration due to their tunable characteristics. This review discusses topics such as oral insulin administration, glucose-responsive devices, and innovative drug delivery routes.
BIOENGINEERING-BASEL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
J. G. Cuadra, S. Molina-Prados, Gladys Minguez-Vega, Ana. C. Estrada, T. Trindade, C. Oliveira, M. P. Seabra, J. Labrincha, S. Porcar, R. Cadena, D. Fraga, J. B. Carda
Summary: Transparent TiO2 thin films coated with Ag NPs were synthesized using industrially applicable techniques, without high vacuum. These films showed high transmittance (>80%) and exhibited photocatalytic and antimicrobial properties. The presence of Ag NPs on the TiO2 surface improved the photocatalytic efficiency, resulting in a 99% degradation of Rhodamine B under UV light. The films also showed significant antimicrobial activity, killing 93% of Gram-negative bacteria when irradiated by UV light for 4 hours.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Catarina Cunha, Diogo Marinheiro, Barbara J. M. L. Ferreira, Helena Oliveira, Ana L. Daniel-da-Silva
Summary: Incidence of melanoma, a type of skin cancer, is increasing worldwide. Morin, a bioflavonoid, shows potential for cancer treatment including melanoma, but its therapeutic applications are limited due to low solubility and bioavailability. This study investigates the use of morin hydrate encapsulated in mesoporous silica nanoparticles to enhance bioavailability and antitumor effects in melanoma cells.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Luiza R. Melo de Lima, Ana C. Dias, Tito Trindade, Jose M. Oliveira
Summary: The circulation of motor vehicles with an exhaust system is a major cause of pollution, and countries are making efforts to achieve a sustainable level of air quality and limit CO2 emissions. There is significant interest in developing technological innovations such as alternative fuels and lighter thermoplastic composites for auto applications. A comparative LCA of PP-based GnPs nanocomposite and PP/GF composite for automotive applications showed that using nanocomposites can reduce the environmental impact caused by auto parts.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
J. G. Cuadra, Ana C. Estrada, C. Oliveira, L. A. Abderrahim, S. Porcar, D. Fraga, T. Trindade, M. P. Seabra, J. B. Carda
Summary: Spray pyrolysis is a promising method for producing thin, transparent films on glass substrates. ZnO thin films synthesized by this method exhibit high crystallinity, adhesion and chemical resistance, and also possess the ability to degrade water pollutants and exhibit antibacterial properties. These films have exceptional optical properties and durability, and can be reused.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Seongyoung Kong, Prashant Singh, Georgiy Akopov, Dapeng Jing, Ryan Davis, Jorge Perez-Aguilar, Jiyun Hong, Shannon J. Lee, Gayatri Viswanathan, Ernesto Soto, Muhammad Azhan, Tiago Fernandes, Stasia Harycki, Alexander Gundlach-Graham, Yury V. V. Kolen'ko, Duane D. D. Johnson, Kirill Kovnir
Summary: Transition-metal phosphides (TMP) have been identified as promising electrocatalysts for the hydrogen evolution reaction (HER). Experimental studies on structurally related NiSi1-xPx phases confirmed the significance of phosphorus in modulating HER activity. Ni2SiP outperformed the current state-of-the-art Ni(5)P(4) electrocatalyst in terms of activity and stability, attributed to the presence of covalent Ni-Si bonding in the structure. The electrocatalytic activity of ternary Ni-Si-P compounds correlates with the number of Ni-3d states at the Fermi energy.
CHEMISTRY OF MATERIALS
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Mariana Sell, Ana Rita Lopes, Maria Escudeiro, Bruno Esteves, Ana R. Monteiro, Tito Trindade, Luisa Cruz-Lopes
Summary: Timely diagnosis and appropriate antitumoral treatments are crucial in combating cancer, which remains a leading cause of death globally. Nanotechnology provides benefits in cancer therapy by reducing adverse effects and enabling targeted drug delivery to cancer cells. This comprehensive review summarizes recent advancements (2010-2023) in the design and application of nanosystems for cancer therapy, covering various classes of nanoparticles and their role in drug delivery, tumor microenvironment, and vasculature. The review also compares strategies for passive and active targeting of nanoparticles and emphasizes their importance in cancer theranostics.
Article
Crystallography
Yasmine Fernine, Natercia C. T. Martins, Mustapha Taleb, Tito Trindade
Summary: Green chemical routes for the synthesis of colloidal metal nanocrystals have attracted great interest in the field of nanosciences and biological applications. Among these methods, the synthesis of metal colloids using medicinal plant extracts has shown promise in producing nanocrystals with surfaces modified by biologically derived compounds, which can be further explored for pharmaceutical purposes. Therefore, the development of spectroscopic methods to understand the potential benefits of using formulations containing natural compounds and therapeutic metal nanoparticles is of great relevance.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ana R. Monteiro, Catarina I. V. Ramos, Sara Fateixa, Maria G. P. M. S. Neves, Tito Trindade
Summary: This study reports a novel approach to construct arrays of ethylenediamine-modified graphene quantum dots (GQDs) and DNA oligonucleotides that can fold into different G-quadruplex structures, optimizing the efficiency of drug delivery for targeted clinical therapies.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Maria Antonio, Tania Lima, Rita Ferreira, Margarida Fardilha, Jose Mesquita Bastos, Rui Vitorino, Ana. L. Daniel-da-Silva
Summary: In this study, a colorimetric and low-cost approach for detecting and quantifying Gal-3 using gold nanoparticles bioconjugated with Gal-3 antibody was developed. The method showed a linear response of the absorbance ratio to Gal-3 concentration, accompanied by a change in color intensity. It provided faster results and was more cost-effective compared to conventional detection techniques.
ANALYTICAL METHODS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Natercia C. T. Martins, Sara Fateixa, Helena I. S. Nogueira, Tito Trindade
Summary: Fast detection of emerging contaminants in water resources is of great environmental interest. This study explores the application of chitosan-coated paper and silver nanoparticles for surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) spectroscopy studies of two types of contaminants. The results show that the biocoated substrates have superior SERS performance compared to non-coated paper and successfully detect thiram and ciprofloxacin.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Joana L. Lopes, Ana C. Estrada, Sara Fateixa, Nikolai A. Sobolev, Ana L. Daniel-da-Silva, Tito Trindade
Summary: This research focuses on finding a green chemical strategy to enhance the sustainability of bismuth vanadate for photocatalytic water purification. By hydrothermal carbonization of kappa-carrageenan, a biopolymer derived from red seaweeds, monoclinic BiVO4 supported on carbon spheres is successfully prepared. These hybrid materials exhibit visible-light photocatalytic activity for the removal of tetracycline in water. They possess appropriate wavelength range for photon absorption, good adsorption capacity, durability, and the ability to be reused in subsequent catalytic steps, making them cost-effective and sustainable.
JOURNAL OF PHOTOCHEMISTRY AND PHOTOBIOLOGY A-CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Sofia F. Soares, Joao Nogueira, Tito Trindade, Ana L. Daniel-da-Silva
Summary: Efficient removal of the antibiotic ciprofloxacin from aqueous samples using magnetic nanosorbents prepared with sulfated polysaccharides was described. The nanosorbents exhibited high adsorption capacity and could be reused.
JOURNAL OF NANOSTRUCTURE IN CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Pegah Hajivand, Johannes Carolus Jansen, Emilio Pardo, Donatella Armentano, Teresa F. Mastropietro, Amirreza Azadmehr
Summary: VOCs in human breath can be used as biomarkers for diseases, and MOFs have been extensively studied as gas sensors for VOCs. This review provides a comprehensive summary of the latest MOF-derived composites used as VOCs biomarkers' sensors, and discusses the structural and functional characteristics of MOFs, sensing properties, and the potential of bio-MOFs in VOCs sensing.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Seoyoon Song, Deborah Lee, Lucia C. Dalle Ore, Sungjun Kwak, Lifeng Kang, Hyung Kyo Kim, Noah Malmstadt, Sun Min Kim, Tae-Joon Jeon
Summary: This paper introduces the latest advancements in photoactivable liposomes in drug delivery, highlighting their advantages in precise control over drug release and targeted delivery, as well as the fine control over release kinetics achieved through the manipulation of light-responsive components. Additionally, the paper emphasizes the design considerations of physicochemical properties and light-related constituents.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Shudi Liu, Liangwei Zhang, Heejeong Kim, Jinyu Sun, Juyoung Yoon
Summary: Chromium is a strategic and critical transition metal element with extensive applications. Efficient detection methods, such as fluorescence and colorimetry, have been developed for monitoring its concentrations. However, existing reviews on fluorescent probes for chromium lack comprehensive coverage. This review aims to consolidate information and promote the development of novel fluorescent probes for chromium detection.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Rehab H. Elattar, Samah F. El-Malla, Amira H. Kamal, Fotouh R. Mansour
Summary: Metal complexes have strong analysis potential and can be used to measure analytes lacking essential chemical properties. Their analytical methods based on different mechanisms offer superior performance.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Nem Singh, Miae Won, Yunjie Xu, Changyu Yoon, Jiyoung Yoo, Mingle Li, Heemin Kang, Jong Seung Kim
Summary: Hypoxia is a common occurrence in the tumor microenvironment and poses challenges for cancer treatment. The introduction of covalent organic frameworks (COFs) offers promising prospects for addressing hypoxia-related issues. This article explores the role of COFs in enhancing oxygen delivery, generating reactive oxygen species, optimizing drug delivery, and enabling hypoxia-specific imaging, as well as outlining their applications in various hypoxia-targeting therapeutic modalities.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Priyadarshi Roy Chowdhury, Himani Medhi, Krishna G. Bhattacharyya, Chaudhery Mustansar Hussain
Summary: This review critically analyzes the production of waste-derived layered double hydroxides (LDH) and their utility in electrochemical water splitting for the generation of green hydrogen as sustainable energy. It highlights the importance of waste-derived LDH and discusses the challenges and future directions in this field.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Rajamanickam Sivakumar, Nae Yoon Lee
Summary: This article reviews the progress in imaging reactive oxygen, nitrogen, and sulfur species (RONSS) using luminescent metal complex-based probes. This technology is selective and sensitive, which is of great significance for studying the impact of RONSS in cells and tissues and preventing diseases.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Xinyang Li, Binbin Ding, Pan Zheng, Ping'an Ma, Jun Lin
Summary: The main goal of immunotherapy is to enhance the response and cytotoxicity of tumor-specific T cells by turning cold tumors into hot tumors. However, metabolic reprogramming in the tumor microenvironment can depress the cytotoxicity of T cells and hinder the effectiveness of immunotherapy. This review discusses the role of metabolic reprogramming in the interplay between cancer cells and immune cells in the tumor microenvironment and explores the use of nanomaterials to modulate metabolic pathways and improve immunotherapy outcomes.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Kingsley Poon, Abhishek Gupta, William S. Price, Hala Zreiqat, Gurvinder Singh
Summary: Progress in the development of manganese oxide nanoparticles (MONPs) has provided an alternative for early-stage diagnosis of life-threatening diseases and therapeutic delivery of drugs and genes. The synthesis and characterization of MONPs have enabled the production of multi-functional targeted nanoparticles in various sizes and shapes. The integration of diagnosis and therapeutic capabilities within a single entity, known as nanotheranostics, is promising for real-time monitoring of disease progression and evaluating therapeutic treatment efficacy.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Reza Abedi-Firoozjah, Hadiseh Ebdali, Mahya Soltani, Parastoo Abdolahi-Fard, Mahshid Heydari, Elham Assadpour, Maryam Azizi-Lalabadi, Fuyuan Zhang, Seid Mahdi Jafari
Summary: With the increasing awareness of food safety, there is a growing demand for efficient and affordable sensing methods for the detection of pathogens and toxins in food products. Nanosensors offer promising solutions with their quick and reliable detection capabilities, although challenges remain in their fabrication and practical application.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Demei Sun, Xuesong Feng, Xinyuan Zhu, Youfu Wang, Jinghui Yang
Summary: Metal organic cages (MOCs) with precise and tunable nano structures show great potential in cancer therapy. Their diverse functions and ultrasmall size make them excellent nanoagents for different anticancer strategies, demonstrating outstanding anticancer performances.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Li Li, Yang-Tao Yu, Ning-Ning Zhang, Shu-Hao Li, Jian-Ge Zeng, Yang Hua, Hong Zhang
Summary: This article summarizes recent advances in POM-based hybrid photochromic materials (PCHPMs), including structure types, new photochromic mechanisms, and applications. It can provide valuable guidance for researchers investigating POM-based hybrid photochromic materials.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Chien Ing Yeo, Clariss Hui Peng Goh, Edward R. T. Tiekink, Jactty Chew
Summary: This review article provides an overview of the antibacterial activity of gold complexes, with a focus on gold(I) and gold(III) complexes. It also summarizes the repurposing of Auranofin for antibacterial purposes and the associated mechanism(s) of action.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Sangharaj Diyali, Nilankar Diyali, Bhaskar Biswas
Summary: This study discusses the recent progress in the design and development of catalysts, focusing on the factors influencing overpotential, catalytic rate, and stability, as well as the mechanisms of the hydrogen evolution reaction in acidic and alkaline media. Moreover, it outlines the challenges in future design of robust and active electrocatalysts.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Shaik Gouse Peera, Rahul S. Menon, Sumanta Kumar Das, Akram Alfantazi, K. Karuppasamy, Chao Liu, Akhila Kumar Sahu
Summary: Doped carbon materials, especially F-doped carbon catalysts, have gained significant attention as metal-free catalysts for oxygen reduction reactions and as corrosion-resistant supports for Pt and non-Pt nanoparticles. F-doped carbon materials possess unique properties and greatly improve the activity and durability of the ORR compared to N-doped carbon materials. The high electronegativity of F-doping can efficiently modify the electronic band structure of carbon materials, favoring the ORR. This review systematically discusses the effect of F-doping/F co-doping on the electrocatalytic reduction of O2 in acidic and alkaline conditions, the stability and durability of fuel cell catalysts, and provides guidelines for working with F-doped carbons. Future research directions on F-doped carbons are also proposed to bridge the gap between laboratory-scale assessments and commercial applications.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2024)
