Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xiaoming Li, Gongyue Huang, Huan Wang, Ting Wang, Zhihui Zhao, Hui Peng, Chuangui Cao, Yong Qi, Weichao Chen, Renqiang Yang
Summary: A series of donor polymers were synthesized using a random ternary polymerization strategy to weaken the conformational locking in the polymer backbone, resulting in excellent photovoltaic performance. Among them, terpolymer P4 achieved the optimal PCE of 13.26% by incorporating BDTPS, a structure similar to o-BDTPSF, into the P1 polymer backbone.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Yuxin Chen, Po Hu, Zhiyun Huang, Jinyu Wang, Haiyang Song, Xi Chen, Xiao Lin, Tianmin Wu, Xiaodi Tan
Summary: The incorporation of graphene oxide (GO) nanosheets in phenanthraquinone-doped polymethyl methacrylate (PQ/PMMA) photopolymers significantly enhances the polarization holographic diffraction efficiency and photosensitivity of nanocomposite materials. GO nanosheets serve as a polymerization initiator, promoting polymerization of MMA monomers, inducing drafting behavior of PMMA polymer, and effectively modulating the molecular weight of the PQ/PMMA photopolymer. Additionally, strong physisorption of PQ photosensitizers onto GO nanosheets facilitates the formation of GO-graft-PMMA/PQ and enhances holographic performance.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Rong Wang, Jinyuan Liu, Bin Wang, Ruizhe Yang, Shumin Zhu, Yanhua Song, Yingjie Hua, Jia Yan, Ming Cheng, Hui Xu, Huaming Li
Summary: By combining a single Co atom cocatalyst with nitrogen-doped graphene, the photocatalytic activity of PDI towards BPA degradation has been enhanced. The composite photocatalyst showed significant activity due to its high photogenerated carrier migration and transfer efficiency, which effectively promoted the degradation process of BPA.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Junqing Zheng, Dongyang Wang, Li-Dong Zhao
Summary: This study synthesized a new type of two-dimensional layered oxyselenide Bi6Cu2Se4O6 by combining the low thermal conductivity of BiCuSeO and the high electron carrier concentration of n-type Bi2O2Se. By introducing transition metal elements to increase the electron carrier concentration, the electrical transport properties were enhanced, achieving a peak ZT value of around 0.16 at 873 K, which is 60% higher than the ZT value in Bi6Cu2Se3.6Cl0.4O6. This work demonstrates that transition metal elements are effective n-type dopants to improve the thermoelectric performance of Bi6Cu2Se4O6.
SCRIPTA MATERIALIA
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xin Zhang, Linqing Qin, Yuhao Li, Jianwei Yu, Hao Chen, Xiaobin Gu, Yanan Wei, Xinhui Lu, Feng Gao, Hui Huang
Summary: By using noncovalent conformational locks (NoCLs), a pair of regioisomeric small-molecule donors (SMDs) has been synthesized, and the significant influence of regioisomeric effect on device performance has been demonstrated. Among different SMDs, BT-O2 exhibits better performance, and the introduction of fullerene derivative PC71BM further improves the performance.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Wenyu Zhang, Zhifang Zhou, Yueyang Yang, Yunpeng Zheng, Bin Wei, Jin-Le Lan, Ce-Wen Nan, Yuan-Hua Lin
Summary: The study successfully fabricated PbTe-PbSe solid solution materials using a fast method combining self-propagating high-temperature synthesis and spark plasma sintering, which resulted in lower lattice thermal conductivity and improved thermoelectric performance.
MATERIALS TODAY PHYSICS
(2023)
Article
Physics, Condensed Matter
Wang Cao, Jianbo Yang, Wei Zhao
Summary: In this study, the thermoelectric performance of zigzag (ZGeNRs) and armchair (AGeNRs) germanene nanoribbons with edge defects was theoretically investigated using nonequilibrium Green's function method. It was found that the ZTmax decreases with the increasing width of perfect germanene nanoribbons (GeNRs), while the phononic thermal conductance increases linearly. With the increasing number of defects in the longitudinal direction, both ZTmax and phononic thermal conductance exhibit a monotonous trend. By introducing periodic defects, the ZTmax of both ZGeNRs and AGeNRs exceeds 2, thanks to higher Seebeck coefficient and lower thermal conductance. These findings provide an effective approach to enhance thermoelectric performance and are beneficial for the design of ultra-thin thermoelectric devices.
SOLID STATE COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Cai'e Zhang, Yaya Zhang, Liwen Wang, Hongbo Wu, Baohua Wu, Zheng Tang, Wei Ma, Zhenghui Luo, Cuihong Li, Zhishan Bo, Chuluo Yang
Summary: In this study, three novel small molecular acceptors (SMAs) were designed and synthesized. The addition of intramolecular noncovalent interaction led to the formation of planar molecular backbone in these acceptors. Among them, the acceptor with four side chains exhibited the highest solubility and formed more suitable nanomorphology when blended with PBDB-T, resulting in an outstanding power conversion efficiency (PCE) of 14.25% in organic solar cells. Our findings suggest that the combination of sidechain engineering and intramolecular conformation lock holds great promise in designing high-performance SMAs for solar cells.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Lu Hu, Youyu Jiang, Lulu Sun, Cong Xie, Fei Qin, Wen Wang, Yinhua Zhou
Summary: The modification of ZnO surface with aqueous polyethylenimine (a-PEI) has been shown to significantly enhance the stability of nonfullerene (NF) organic solar cells, reducing surface defects and preventing decomposition of NF acceptors under illumination while improving device performance.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY LETTERS
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Nan Liu, Yi Cao, Yun-Long Tang, Yin-Lian Zhu, Yu-Jia Wang, Jia-Qi Liu, Heng Zhang, Chang-Ji Li, Si-Rui Zhang, Bing Yang, Hai-Ning Li, Xiu-Liang Ma
Summary: Engineering regular crystallographic facet arrays on a large scale is useful for optimizing photophysical properties of optoelectronic materials. In this study, textured BLFO film surfaces with nanosquare arrays composed of {001} and {110} crystallographic facets were achieved using a thermal etching method. The faceted samples exhibited significantly enhanced photocurrent signals, and the {110} surface showed highly dispersive electronic structure, indicating better carrier transport.
SCRIPTA MATERIALIA
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Congqi Li, Xin Zhang, Na Yu, Xiaobin Gu, Linqing Qin, Yanan Wei, Xingzheng Liu, Jianqi Zhang, Zhixiang Wei, Zheng Tang, Qinqin Shi, Hui Huang
Summary: The development of nonfused-ring electron acceptors (NREAs) as a promising candidate for organic solar cells (OSCs) is presented in this paper. A novel series of NREAs-II are constructed to explore their impact on device performance, demonstrating their potential for low-cost and high-performance OSCs.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Bohong Chang, Bo Li, Zhongxiao Wang, Hui Li, Lian Wang, Lu Pan, Zihao Li, Longwei Yin
Summary: A novel bulk defect suppression strategy is proposed by introducing large organic piperazine cations into the lattice of 3D FASnI(3) perovskite to restrain the generation of bulk defects, enhancing device performance of Sn-based perovskite solar cells.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zhuo Liu, Hanlin Cheng, Hao He, Jianbo Li, Jianyong Ouyang
Summary: Ionic thermoelectric (TE) materials have attracted attention for their high thermovoltage but low conductivity. By engineering the solid networks in ionogels, the ionic conductivity and overall TE properties have been significantly improved, leading to the highest recorded ZT(i) value for ionic conductors.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Thermodynamics
Nima Mazaheri, Mehdi Bahiraei
Summary: Photovoltaic cells can be cooled more efficiently by using a new type of ribbed channel and water-Al2O3 nanofluid as the coolant. Numerical simulations show that using ribs generates vortices in downstream, leading to better heat dissipation and improved electrical efficiency. The use of nanofluid further reduces the temperature and improves the electrical efficiency, with the best cooling performance achieved with triangular ribs.
APPLIED THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yaoling Zhang, Jiaqi Sun, Fei Guo
Summary: Temperature and concentration polarizations near the membrane surface can limit the performance of membrane distillation. Introducing insoluble particle fillers into the feed can disturb the flow boundary layer near the membrane surface and improve the performance of membrane distillation.
Review
Polymer Science
Liya Sun, Xiangfei Xu, Shan Song, Yangqian Zhang, Chunyang Miao, Xiang Liu, Guichuan Xing, Shiming Zhang
MACROMOLECULAR RAPID COMMUNICATIONS
(2019)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xiangfei Xu, Liya Sun, Kang Shen, Shiming Zhang
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jingya Chen, Kaikai Wen, Hao Chen, Sai Jiang, Xiaoxi Wu, Lei Lv, Aidong Peng, Shiming Zhang, Hui Huang
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Sai Jiang, Linqing Qin, Hao Chen, Xiaoxi Wu, Yuhao Li, Lei Lv, Jingya Chen, Youtian Tao, Shiming Zhang, Xinhui Lu, Qinqin Shi, Hui Huang
Review
Energy & Fuels
Weiyu Ye, Yue Yang, Zhenzhen Zhang, Yufan Zhu, Liu Ye, Chunyang Miao, Yuze Lin, Shiming Zhang
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ye Wang, Hanlin Wang, Sai Manoj Gali, Nicholas Turetta, Yifan Yao, Can Wang, Yusheng Chen, David Beljonne, Paolo Samori
Summary: This study demonstrates for the first time that molecular functionalization using a surfactant molecule can significantly enhance the performance of indium selenide in phototransistors, Schottky junctions, and van der Waals heterostructures, achieving ultrahigh photoresponsivity and field-effect mobility. This strategy is efficient, practical, and scalable, paving the way for the development of next-generation 2D opto-electronic devices.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Hanlin Wang, Ye Wang, Zhenjie Ni, Nicholas Turetta, Sai Manoj Gali, Haijun Peng, Yifan Yao, Yusheng Chen, Iwona Janica, David Beljonne, Wenping Hu, Artur Ciesielski, Paolo Samori
Summary: MXenes are highly conductive layered materials that can be functionalized to enhance electron mobility in conjugated polymers and 2D materials, resulting in unprecedented performance and functionality for polymer transistors. Intercalant engineering represents an efficient strategy to tune the electronic properties of MXenes, leading to the fabrication of high-performance opto-electronics and energy applications.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yusheng Chen, Hanlin Wang, Yifan Yao, Ye Wang, Chun Ma, Paolo Samori
Summary: A new type of long-afterglow organic light-emitting transistors (LAOLETs) has been developed, utilizing a photoinduced synaptic effect in an inorganic indium-gallium-zinc-oxide (IGZO) semiconductor channel layer. This allows for persistent electroluminescence in organic light-emitting materials, with the LAOLETs integrated into active-matrix light-emitting arrays functioning as visual UV sensors capable of long-lifetime green-light emission in irradiated regions.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Shan Song, Jiaorong Lu, Weiyu Ye, Bei Zhang, Xuan Liu, Guichuan Xing, Shiming Zhang
Summary: Organic photovoltaics (OPVs) are advantageous for their light weight, low cost, flexibility, but their efficiency and longevity compared to silicon-based photovoltaics are still lacking. Large-area OPVs have lower efficiency and shorter lifespan, restricting their commercial development.
SCIENCE CHINA-CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yusheng Chen, Yifan Yao, Nicholas Turetta, Paolo Samori
Summary: Organic semiconductors can be processed into mechanically flexible films and used to fabricate flexible, low-power, high-performance devices. Vertical organic transistors offer higher current densities and transition frequencies compared to planar transistors, making them ideal for fast operation speeds with reduced power consumption. The development of multifunctional VOTs shows promise for the next generation of opto-electronics and photonics technologies.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY C
(2022)
Review
Physics, Condensed Matter
Liu Ye, Weiyu Ye, Shiming Zhang
Summary: Replacing symmetric small molecule acceptors with asymmetric small molecules in the photoactive layer is a strategy to improve the performance of polymer solar cells. The asymmetric design of the molecule benefits exciton dissociation and charge transport, as well as fine-tuning the molecular energy level to adjust the open-circuit voltage further.
JOURNAL OF SEMICONDUCTORS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Deborah Romito, Elisa Fresta, Luca M. Cavinato, Hanspeter Kahlig, Heinz Amenitsch, Laura Caputo, Yusheng Chen, Paolo Samori, Jean-Christophe Charlier, Ruben D. Costa, Davide Bonifazi
Summary: This study describes the design and synthesis of a pi-conjugated tellurophene-based synthon that assembles into nanoribbons through chalcogen bonds. The material exhibits good charge transport properties and significantly improves the stability of light-emitting electrochemical cells.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Yifan Yao, Yusheng Chen, Kuidong Wang, Nicholas Turetta, Stefania Vitale, Bin Han, Hanlin Wang, Lei Zhang, Paolo Samori
Summary: A foldable inverted polymer light-emitting diode (iPLED) based on a self-suspended asymmetrical vertical nanoscaffold is reported, exhibiting excellent mechanical robustness and high brightness. Arbitrary emitting patterns can be generated using photolithography and brush painting, with individual pixel resolution of 10 μm. The iPLED can be supported on flexible polyimide foils and recycled by washing and refilling with different conjugated polymers capable of emitting light of different color.
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Xuan Liu, Xin Jiang, Kaifeng Wang, Chunyang Miao, Shiming Zhang
Summary: This article presents the application of organic solar active layer materials containing selenium benzene, which can improve the efficiency of the devices.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Xiaojing Wang, Yuhang Yin, Mengya Song, Heshan Zhang, Zhengdong Liu, Yueyue Wu, Yuanbo Chen, Mustafa Eginligil, Shiming Zhang, Juqing Liu, Wei Huang
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Mei Gui Vanessa Wee, Amutha Chinnappan, Runxin Shang, Poh Seng Lee, Seeram Ramakrishna
Summary: Cooling processes, from residences to industries, require a lot of energy and are essential. This study introduces MIL-101(Cr), a new desiccant, to heat exchangers for more efficient cooling. By improving the synthesis method and using a special binder, the MIL-101(Cr)-coated heat exchanger shows improved water uptake capacity and lower regeneration temperature.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ao Zhen, Guanyu Zhang, Ao Wang, Feng Luo, Jiehua Li, Hong Tan, Zhen Li
Summary: In this study, a solvent-free microemulsion method was used to synthesize waterborne polyurethane (WPU) material with high retention of mechanical properties and satisfactory water absorption rates. The material showed excellent biocompatibility and has broad application potential in the field of biomedicine.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Wensong Ge, Rui Wang, Xiaoyang Zhu, Houchao Zhang, Luanfa Sun, Fei Wang, Hongke Li, Zhenghao Li, Xinyi Du, Huangyu Chen, Fan Zhang, Huifa Shi, Huiqiang Hu, Yongming Xi, Jiankang He, Liang Hu, Hongbo Lan
Summary: This paper reviews the research on the surface tension of eutectic gallium-indium alloys (EGaIn) in the field of stretchable electronics. It covers the principles of oxide layer formation, factors influencing surface tension, and methods for surface modification of liquid metals. The paper also discusses the applications of EGaIn surface modification in different fields and highlights the challenges still faced and the future outlook.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Xiang Song, Lianghao Jia, Zhengen Wei, Tao Xiang, Shaobing Zhou
Summary: This paper provides an overview of the application, preparation, and role of biomimetic structures in solar evaporators with improved evaporation rate and lifetime.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wei Yuan, Qian Deng, Dong Pan, Xiang An, Canyang Zhao, Wenjun Su, Zhengmin He, Qiang Sun, Ran Ang
Summary: Optimizing the performance of n-type PbTe thermoelectric materials is crucial for practical applications. Dynamic doping has emerged as an effective method to improve the performance of n-type PbTe by optimizing the carrier concentration. This study demonstrates the significance of Mn alloying in enhancing the performance of Ag-doped n-type PbTe by creating a hierarchical structure to suppress thermal transport and improving the Seebeck coefficient.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Xiaoyan Wang, Meiqi Geng, Shengjun Sun, Qian Xiang, Shiyuan Dong, Kai Dong, Yongchao Yao, Yan Wang, Yingchun Yang, Yongsong Luo, Dongdong Zheng, Qian Liu, Jianming Hu, Qian Wu, Xuping Sun, Bo Tang
Summary: This review provides a comprehensive analysis of the progress and challenges in the field of bifunctional electrocatalysts and efficient electrolyzers for seawater splitting. It summarizes recent advancements and proposes future perspectives for highly efficient bifunctional electrocatalysts and electrolyzers.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jason K. Phong, Christopher B. Cooper, Lukas Michalek, Yangju Lin, Yuya Nishio, Yuran Shi, Huaxin Gong, Julian A. Vigil, Jan Ilavsky, Ivan Kuzmenko, Zhenan Bao
Summary: Dynamic block copolymers (DBCPs) combine the phase separation of traditional block copolymers with the supramolecular self-assembly of periodic dynamic polymers, resulting in the spontaneous self-assembly of high aspect ratio nanofibers with well-ordered PEG and PDMS domains. DBCPs with a periodic block sequence exhibit superior properties compared to those with a random sequence, including delayed onset of terminal flow and higher ionic conductivity values.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hong Kyu Lee, Yasaswini Oruganti, Jonghyeon Lee, Seunghee Han, Jihan Kim, Dohyun Moon, Min Kim, Dae-Woon Lim, Hoi Ri Moon
Summary: This study reports the moisture-triggered proton-conductivity switching behavior in Zn5FDC MOFs induced by the presence and absence of coordinating solvents, which illustrates the significant role of coordinating solvents in conductivity variation.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Bommaramoni Yadagiri, Sanjay Sandhu, Ashok Kumar Kaliamurthy, Francis Kwaku Asiam, Jongdeok Park, Appiagyei Ewusi Mensah, Jae-Joon Lee
Summary: The molecular engineering of the interface modulator between the perovskite and hole transporting material is crucial for achieving satisfactory performance and stability of perovskite solar cells. In this study, cruciform-shaped dual functional organic materials were employed as surface passivation and hole transporting interfacial layers in perovskite solar cells. The use of these materials significantly improved the power conversion efficiency of the solar cells.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Joaquin Martinez-Ortigosa, Reisel Millan, Jorge Simancas, Manuel Hernandez-Rodriguez, J. Alejandro Vidal-Moya, Jose L. Jorda, Charlotte Martineau-Corcos, Vincent Sarou-Kanian, Mercedes Boronat, Teresa Blasco, Fernando Rey
Summary: This study investigates the synthesis of all-silica RTH zeolites using triisopropyl(methyl)phosphonium as the organic SDA. The results show the formation of two distinct crystalline phases under different synthesis conditions, with fluoride bonding to different silicon sites. It demonstrates the possibility of controlling the placement of fluoride in RTH zeolites through synthesis conditions.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Luyao Zheng, Cong Liu, Wenbiao Zhang, Boxu Gao, Tianlan Yan, Yahong Zhang, Xiaoming Cao, Qingsheng Gao, Yi Tang
Summary: This study successfully improves the efficiency and stability of water splitting by constructing a heterostructured electrocatalyst. The catalyst shows extraordinary performance and could offer an effective approach for the sustainable production of hydrogen.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Carlos A. Campos-Roldan, Raphael Chattot, Frederic Pailloux, Andrea Zitolo, Jacques Roziere, Deborah J. Jones, Sara Cavaliere
Summary: This study systematically evaluated the hydrogen evolution/oxidation reactions on a series of Pt-rare earth nanoalloys in alkaline media, and identified the effect of the lanthanide contraction. The experimental results revealed that the chemical nature of the rare earth modulates the adsorption and mobility of oxygenated-species, enhancing the kinetics of the reactions.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Sara Frank, Mads Folkjaer, Mads L. N. Nielsen, Melissa J. Marks, Henrik S. Jeppesen, Marcel Ceccato, Simon J. L. Billinge, Jacopo Catalano, Nina Lock
Summary: This study investigates the thermal decomposition of ZIF-67 and its correlation with structural evolution and electrocatalytic performance. The researchers used in situ X-ray absorption spectroscopy and total scattering techniques to analyze the process. They found that disorder emerges at lower temperatures and that extending the pyrolysis process can result in materials with superior electrochemical properties.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zi-Yang Zhang, Hao Tian, Han Jiao, Xin Wang, Lei Bian, Yuan Liu, Nithima Khaorapapong, Yusuke Yamauchi, Zhong-Li Wang
Summary: By constructing Cu-0-Cu+-NH2 composite interfaces with the assistance of SiO2, the electrochemical CO2 reduction reaction (CO2RR) achieves high Faraday efficiency and current density for C2+ production, improving the productivity of carbon cycle.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ting Wang, Ruijuan Zhang, Pengda Zhai, Mingjie Li, Xinying Liu, Chaoxu Li
Summary: This study successfully exfoliated COFs using a simple electrochemical method, which resulted in improved photocatalytic performance for COFs and enriched the fabrication approach of COF exfoliation.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)