Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Weiwei Chen, Yangang Sun, Jianhua Ge, Fengge Song, Yu Xie, Yuanyuan Zheng, Pinhua Rao
Summary: Z-scheme heterostructure photocatalysts with CdS nanoparticles decorated on 3D flower-like Zn-3(PO4)(2) nanostructures were successfully prepared through hydrothermal and precipitation methods. The characterized CdS/Zn-3(PO4)(2) heteronanostructures exhibited higher photocatalytic activity and stability under visible light compared to pure Zn-3(PO4)(2) nanostructures.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Qishe Yan, Tongtong Zhang, Yiwen Fu, Yuhao Zeng, Chengyang Xu, Peiying Wang, Xiaohong Zhou
Summary: Ion-doped semiconductor photocatalysts, such as nickel-modified Bi4O5I2 nano materials, were found to significantly improve photocatalytic performance. The introduction of nickel doping enhanced charge separation efficiency, promoted carrier transfer, and ultimately improved photocatalytic activity for the degradation of tetracycline under visible light.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yinuo Gao, Weijin Yang, Fei Wang, Yafei Li, Shihai Cui, Xuewei Liao, Jing Yang
Summary: This study prepared three-dimensional flower-like MoS2/UiO-66 heterojunctions by in-situ hydrothermal method, and the composite exhibited excellent photocatalytic activity with an oxytetracycline degradation efficiency of 86.6% and broad-spectrum response. Additionally, the composite material showed good repeatability and potential applications.
JOURNAL OF THE TAIWAN INSTITUTE OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Tingwei Wang, Qian Zhu, Chen Huo, Zhengliang Yin, Qingye Shi, Junkai Tao, Fukun Su, Shunsheng Cao
Summary: Combining morphology modification with heterojunction is an effective approach to enhance the photocatalytic activity of TiO2-based photocatalysts for wastewater treatment. In this study, a novel flower-like TiO2/Bi2O3 (FTB) photocatalyst was developed by depositing Bi2O3 nanoparticles on the surface of flower-like TiO2 (FT). The successful formation of p-n heterojunction between flower-like TiO2 and Bi2O3 was confirmed, which facilitates efficient charge separation. Due to the narrow bandgap of Bi2O3 and the unique flower-like microstructure, FTB exhibits a photocurrent 1.67 times higher than that of FT, resulting in a higher photo-degradation rate (92.7%) of levofloxacin compared to FT photocatalyst (approximately 80%). Moreover, FTB demonstrates excellent anti-interference capability towards environmental factors and good cyclability. This work provides new insights into the development of TiO2-based photocatalysts with advanced performance for antibiotic removal.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yunmeng Cao, Lin Yue, Zhuang He, Zaixing Li, Jing Lian, Shilei Zhou, Xiao Luo
Summary: The flower-shaped Bi2S3/g-C3N4-2.6 heterojunction obtained by solvothermal method exhibited high photocatalytic degradation efficiency for rhodamine B and tetracycline, with removal rates of 98.8% and 94.6% within 40 minutes, respectively. The photocatalytic reaction rate constant of Bi2S3/g-C3N4-2.6 was significantly higher than that of Bi2S3 and g-C3N4, indicating the importance of the heterojunction in accelerating electron transfer and avoiding electron-hole recombination. The study also investigated the effects of catalyst dosage, pH values, inorganic anions, and capture agents on the photodegradation performance of rhodamine B.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jianwei Zhou, Fangfang Duo, Chubei Wang, Liangliang Chu, Mingliang Zhang, Donglei Yan
Summary: In this study, defect intrinsic hexagonal boron nitride (h-BN) quantum sheets (QS) and bismuth oxide (Bi2O3) QS were prepared from bulk materials by ball milling and solvent stripping, respectively. The h-BN/Bi2O3 heterostructure was fabricated via a facile self-assembly method. The introduction of h-BN QS significantly enhanced the photocatalytic activity of h-BN/Bi2O3, improving the separation efficiency of photogenerated carriers.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Rui Li, Shuoyang Liang, Aikelaimu Aihemaiti, Shun Li, Zuotai Zhang
Summary: Piezocatalysis technology, utilizing the mechanical energy from the surrounding environment, is a promising method for removing organic pollutants from water. In this study, 2H-MoS2 flower-like nanosheets with tunable S vacancies were synthesized via a hydrothermal method. The presence of S vacancy significantly enhanced the piezoelectric response in the MoS2 nanosheets, resulting in excellent degradation efficiency for Orange II solution under ultrasonic vibration. This study not only presents a simple and effective strategy for improving the piezocatalytic degradation activity of MoS2, but also provides new insights into the underlying mechanism.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ailijiang Tuerdi, Peng Yan, Fenggui He, Abdukader Abdukayum
Summary: In this study, a flower-like In2O3/ZnGa2O4:Cr heterojunction composite was developed using a facile two-step hydrothermal method. The composite exhibited enhanced UV photocatalytic activity, widened spectral response range to visible-light, and long afterglow luminescence. It showed great potential for round-the-clock photocatalytic applications.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zhewei Ni, Yong Shen, LiHui Xu, Guanghong Xiang, Mingyang Chen, Nan Shen, Kai Li, Kai Ni
Summary: A novel Z-scheme flower-like Ag2WO4/Bi2WO6 (AWO/BWO) photocatalyst was successfully fabricated through a facile hydrothermal-precipitation method, exhibiting excellent photocatalytic activity for RhB degradation with nearly 100% efficiency within 150 minutes under visible light. The enhanced performance was attributed to the direct Z-scheme heterojunction, achieving high separation efficiency of photogenerated electrons and holes and retaining strong redox capability.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Hong-mei Shao, Xiao-yi Shen, Xue-tian Li, Yong Cui, Wei Zhang, Wen-di Xu, Zhong-cai Shao, Yu-chun Zhai
Summary: Flower-like ZnO microstructures were synthesized successfully using a hydrothermal method with ZnSO4/(NH4)2SO4 as raw materials. The ZnO microstructures exhibited excellent photocatalytic efficiency with a degradation rate of 97.6% for Rhodamine B. The microstructures consisted of hexagonal ZnO rods arranged radiatively.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MINERALS METALLURGY AND MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Anuradha Sharma, Shankar Sharma, Mabel M. Mphahlele-Makgwane, Anuj Mittal, Kavitha Kumari, Naveen Kumar
Summary: Polyaniline-modified Cu2 +-Bi2O3 nanocomposites were prepared and characterized. The modification with polyaniline efficiently enhanced the catalytic activity of Bi2O3, and a possible mechanism of degradation was proposed, leading to high photocatalytic performance.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR STRUCTURE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hao Ma, Xia Yang, Xiaoning Tang, Xinyue Cao, Rong Dai
Summary: A series of beta-Bi2O3 materials with different Co doping amounts were prepared via a co-precipitation and pyrolysis process. Co doping enhanced the visible light utilization rate by reducing the band gap and improving electron-hole separation efficiency, leading to optimal efficiency for both electron-hole separation and antibacterial effect when doped with 0.4% Co. The enhanced antibacterial properties of 0.4%-CBO were attributed to increased production of reactive oxygen species (ROS), particularly center dot O-2(-), which contributed significantly to its antibacterial effect.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Jin Tang, Zhili Chen, Xiaolong Yu, Walter Z. Tang
Summary: A novel black oxygen deficient bismuth oxide photocatalytic material was successfully prepared. Doping of lanthanum, cerium, and erbium ions resulted in a large number of oxygen vacancies. The material effectively separated the photogenerated electron-hole pairs, reducing the possibility of charge carrier recombination and degrading tetracycline hydrochloride.
JOURNAL OF RARE EARTHS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Sipin Zhu, Xiaoqi Wen, Jin Zeng, Chunying Wang, Xianping Luo
Summary: β-Bi2O3/Bi2O2CO3 composites synthesized through solvothermal method exhibited high photocatalytic activity for the degradation of bisphenol A (BPA). Both solvothermal and calcination temperatures significantly affected the photocatalytic performance of the composites, with optimal activity achieved at a solvothermal temperature of 180 degrees C and a calcination temperature of 300 degrees C. The composites had a rose-like structure and wide absorption range, and the photocatalytic activity was attributed to factors such as specific surface area and band gap. The phase transition from Bi2O2CO3 to β-Bi2O3 was also found to contribute to the high photocatalytic activity.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Shihao Jia, Bin Wang, Jinyuan Liu, Gaopeng Liu, Xingwang Zhu, Huimin Han, Qi Tang, Yingjie Hua, Chongtai Wang, Huaming Li
Summary: The article discusses the development of sunlight as a driving force for purifying the marine environment and the experimental results and analysis of the photocatalytic performance of normalized peony flower-like BOC catalyst in degrading organic pollutants in seawater.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Arvin Liangdy, Wen Jie Lee, Panyawut Tonanon, Richard David Webster, Shane Allen Snyder, Teik-Thye Lim
Summary: A catalytic ceramic membrane (CCM) impregnated with Co-Mn-oxide via citrate sol-gel method was used to activate peroxymonosulfate (PMS) and degrade sulfamethoxazole (SMX). The Co-Mn bimetallic oxides exhibited higher catalytic activity compared to their single oxides due to the synergistic effect between the two cations. Optimal performance of the CCM/PMS process was achieved by controlling catalyst loading, oxidant dosage, and pollutant concentration.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Verona Nithya Francis, Jeng Yi Chong, Guoying Yang, Lei Che, Rong Wang
Summary: This study successfully synthesized polyamide-PTFE thin film composite (TFC) membranes with excellent chemical resistance to strong solvents by using polytetrafluomethylene (PTFE) as the substrate and a simple modification and coating technique. These membranes showed high permeabilities and good rejection rates, demonstrating their great potential in molecular separation in harsh solvents.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Lek Hong Lim, Preston Tan, Wei Ping Chan, Andrei Veksha, Teik-Thye Lim, Grzegorz Lisak, Wen Liu
Summary: Waste-to-Energy through MSW incineration is an effective waste management strategy, but it releases CO2 and produces ash. This study explores the use of ash-derived sorbents for CO2 capture. The analysis shows that the addition of certain fuels increases the cost of electricity, but also reduces CO2 emissions. Optimizing energy-intensive processes and policy support are important for further improvement and adoption of negative emission technologies.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Arvin Liangdy, Wen Jie Lee, Yueping Bao, Wen-Da Oh, Teik-Thye Lim
Summary: The hybrid catalytic oxidation and membrane filtration process is becoming a popular research topic for removing micropollutants in water. This review focuses on the use of metal oxide-functionalized catalytic ceramic membranes (CCMs) in sulfate radical-based hybrid processes. The fabrication methods of MeOx-CCMs and various characterization techniques are discussed. The importance of intrinsic catalytic and membrane properties in the hybrid process is emphasized, as well as the challenges in real water remediation.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Josh HuaiXun Lim, Kunli Goh, Daniel Yee Fan Ng, Jiawei Chew, Rong Wang
Summary: Conventional organic solvent recovery methods are energy-intensive and have large footprints. We have developed a new approach that combines adsorption and membrane processes to address these challenges. By designing a polyacrylonitrile (PAN) electrospun membrane with a hierarchical structure, we are able to improve the efficiency of solvent recovery while maintaining high removal rates.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yujun Zhang, Jeng Yi Chong, Yali Zhao, Rong Xu, Akihiko Asakawa, Rong Wang
Summary: This study developed a method to fabricate hydrophobic membranes for membrane distillation. The hydrophilic membranes were transformed into hydrophobic through the coating of a polymer called LUMIFLONTM LF-200. The coated membranes showed better performance than commercial membranes.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Boon Chong Ong, Zhong Chen, Teik-Thye Lim, ZhiLi Dong
Summary: In this study, an effective hole scavenger layer of polyoxometalates (POMs) with excellent redox properties and high durability is coated on titanium dioxide (TiO2) nanorods to enhance the photoelectrochemical (PEC) water oxidation activity. The Co-POMs layers on TiO2 can effectively retard the recombination of photoinduced electron-hole pairs by extracting and transporting the generated holes, resulting in improved overall PEC performance under neutral conditions. This work provides a facile and promising method for promoting PEC water oxidation by depositing Co-POMs layers on TiO2 nanorods.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Wanyi Huang, Yixing Yuan, Dan Zhong, Peng Zhang, Arvin Liangdy, Teik-Thye Lim, Wencheng Ma, Yuan Yuan
Summary: We compared the elimination of 5-bromosalicylic acid (BSA) in goethite (alpha-FeOOH)/H2O2 and lepidocrocite (gamma-FeOOH)/H2O2 systems. BSA could be adsorbed on alpha- and gamma-FeOOH and effectively degraded after the addition of H2O2. The systems showed differences in adsorption kinetics and degradation mechanisms, with gamma-FeOOH having greater adsorption ability and alpha-FeOOH performing better in catalyzing the decomposition of H2O2.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yali Zhao, Yuan Liao, Gwo Sung Lai, Yurong Yin, Rong Wang
Summary: A tight polyethersulfone (PES) -based ultrafiltration (UF) membrane was fabricated to separate dye and salt in textile wastewater using a polyion complex assisted phase inversion method. The resulting membrane had a nonporous skin layer comprising of polyion complex and enriched sulfonated polysulfone (SPSF), which resulted in a smaller effective pore radius compared to the reference membrane prepared without using polyion complex assisted phase inversion.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yurong Yin, Yali Zhao, Can Li, Rong Wang
Summary: In this study, a positively charged hollow fiber nanofiltration (NF) membrane was developed for water soften and heavy metal ions removal using a double interfacial polymerization (IP) method. The membrane was fabricated by conducting IP reactions on a polyethersulfone (PES) hollow fiber substrate, followed by a secondary reaction to increase the positive charge density on the membrane surface. The optimized membrane exhibited high rejection rates for MgCl2, Cu2+, and Zn2+, while maintaining a good water permeability.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Ningyuan Chen, Jie Zhao, Lei Shi, Atsushi Goto, Rong Wang
Summary: The use of water-insoluble diluents in the thermally induced phase separation (TIPS) process can eliminate the effect of diluent outflow, while the addition of hydrophilic non-solvents can improve the surface porosity and permeability of polyvinylidene fluoride ultrafiltration membranes. The study also found that the simultaneous addition of both types of additives can significantly enhance the membrane's permeability.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xinying Chen, He Zhang, Shizhe Xu, Xiaoge Du, Kaida Zhang, Chun-Po Hu, Sihui Zhan, Xueyue Mi, Wen Da Oh, Xiao Hu, Ziyong Pan, Yueping Bao
Summary: A novel Co-Fe bimetallic immobilized cellulose hydrogel bead (CoFeO@CHB) was prepared and applied for tetracycline (TC) degradation in the presence of peroxymonosulfate (PMS). The results showed that CoFeO@CHB had high resistance and stability to different water bodies, and the common anions and natural organic matters had limited effect on TC degradation. CoFeO@CHB could effectively activate PMS to generate multiple reactive oxygen species (ROS), and the CoFeO@CHB/PMS system showed high potential in practical application.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Amadu T. Bah, Ziyi Shen, Junna Yan, Feihu Li, Teik Thye Lim
Summary: By combining batch adsorption enrichment with struvite crystallization, we prepared ternary layered double hydroxides (LDHs) with P-preferring elements and evaluated their performance in recovering P from water. The LDHs demonstrated high P adsorption capacities and the recycling tests showed good enrichment for P. Moreover, more than 96% of phosphorus in the P-enriched eluates can be efficiently reclaimed via struvite crystallization. These findings demonstrate the feasibility of combining adsorption enrichment with struvite crystallization for P recovery.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Yu Jie Lim, Kunli Goh, Atsushi Goto, Yanli Zhao, Rong Wang
Summary: This article reviews the advances in adsorptive materials and technologies for uranium and lithium extraction from seawater and provides an outlook on future developments. Nanotechnology has the potential to enhance the extraction abilities, although the low concentrations of uranium and lithium in seawater present challenges. The main challenges highlighted in this article include the selectivity against competing ions and long-term stability against marine biofouling.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Can Li, Gwo Sung Lai, Yali Zhao, Rong Wang
Summary: This study presents the design of a seawater reverse osmosis membrane with powerful boron removal competence by utilizing aliphatic amines. The membrane showed improved rejection of neutral boron molecules and maintained high salt rejection and water permeability.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE LETTERS
(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)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
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)
