Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Youngkyu Hwang, Anupam Sadhu, Sangho Shin, Shin Woei Leow, Ze Zhao, Jingyu Deng, Joshua A. Jackman, Munho Kim, Lydia H. Wong, Nam-Joon Cho
Summary: This study reports the fabrication of a flexible substrate made from pollen, which exhibits high transparency (>92%) and high haze (>84%), with optical properties that are tunable and arise from light-matter interactions with the spiky surface of pollen particles. The pollen substrate, readily obtained from nature and requiring minimal extraction or processing, can be incorporated into optoelectronic applications such as functional perovskite solar cells.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2021)
Review
Polymer Science
Jinyu Yang, Dongliang Liu, Xiaofang Song, Yuan Zhao, Yayang Wang, Lu Rao, Lili Fu, Zhijun Wang, Xiaojie Yang, Yuesheng Li, Yi Liu
Summary: With the development of science and technology, hydrogel-based photocatalytic composites have attracted great attention. This paper summarizes the research progress of cellulose-based hydrogels, explores the effects of hydrogels on photocatalytic properties, and classifies the cellulose-based hydrogel photocatalytic composites according to the type of catalyst. The challenges they will face are summarized, and the development trends are prospected.
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Shi Li, Xiao Wang, Yuyue Guo, Jiwen Hu, Shudong Lin, Yuanyuan Tu, Lihui Chen, Yonghao Ni, Liulian Huang
Summary: Nanofiltration membranes play a crucial role in advanced water treatment. Developing cellulose-based membranes offers the potential to replace traditional petrochemical-based materials. This comprehensive review focuses on the design approaches and applications of cellulose nanofiltration membranes, as well as discusses current limitations and future directions.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2022)
Review
Polymer Science
Duan-Chao Wang, Sheng-Nan Lei, Shenjie Zhong, Xuedong Xiao, Qing-Hui Guo
Summary: Cellulose-based conductive materials (CCMs) are a promising class of materials with diverse applications, such as in energy and sensing. This review provides a comprehensive overview of the synthesis methods, properties, and applications of CCMs in batteries, supercapacitors, chemical sensors, biosensors, and mechanical sensors. CCMs exhibit excellent electrical conductivity while retaining the eco-friendliness and biocompatibility of cellulose.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Mariam Hussain, Ethan I. L. Jull, Richard J. Mandle, Thomas Raistrick, Peter J. Hine, Helen F. Gleeson
Summary: Liquid crystal elastomers combine the properties of conventional elastomers and anisotropic liquid crystals, providing unique attributes with potential applications in biology and biomedicine. Recent advances in LCE synthesis and understanding of their behavior have led to exploration of applications in biomimetics, artificial tissue, biological sensors, and cell scaffolds. Researchers are also interested in using LCEs as a model for morphogenesis, indicating a promising future for LCEs in various biological and biomedical fields.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Chaoji Chen, Liangbing Hu
Summary: Ion transport and regulation in wood-based materials can be controlled through structural and compositional engineering from macroscale to nanoscale, enhancing their capability for multiple functions in emerging applications. Wood and its derivatives, with their unique ion regulation capability and renewable nature, are the natural choice of materials towards sustainability.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Walid Abotbina, S. M. Sapuan, R. A. Ilyas, M. T. H. Sultan, M. F. M. Alkbir, S. Sulaiman, M. M. Harussani, Emin Bayraktar
Summary: The increased use of petroleum resources and the associated environmental issues have led to the acceptance of natural fibers and biopolymers as green materials. Cassava, a versatile plant, is used for various purposes including the production of biocomposites, biopolymers, and biofibers. This review paper provides an overview of the latest developments in bioethanol compounds from cassava, as well as the fabrication of cassava fibers and starch into blend polymers, biocomposites, and hybrid composites. The potential industrial applications of cassava fibers and biopolymers are also highlighted, including food, bioenergy, packaging, and automotive.
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yuefei Wang, Jiwei Min, Hao Wei, Jiayu Liu, Yaoyu Liang, Rongxin Su, Gong Zhang, Wei Zhang, Y. Wang, Wei Qi
Summary: The self-assembly of peptides forms a porous structure, which is a new generation of porous materials with potential applications in catalysis, sensing, separation, and drug delivery. The pore size and properties of the material can be adjusted by rational design or modification of peptide sequences. Functional moieties and metal ions have been introduced to expand the range of peptide-based porous materials. This review covers the design, synthesis, self-assembly, properties, and recent applications of peptide-based porous materials.
SCIENCE CHINA-MATERIALS
(2023)
Review
Energy & Fuels
Ana Paula S. Soares, Maria F. V. Marques, Michelle G. Mothe
Summary: Nanocellulose-based materials are environmentally friendly and have various applications, such as water treatment and biomedical fields. This study reviewed scientific reports and patent applications, revealing that nanocellulose can be used for removing pollutants and adsorbing biomolecules. The review provides valuable insights for evaluating the potential of nanocellulose as a sorbent in composite materials.
BIOMASS CONVERSION AND BIOREFINERY
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jinzhao Li, Zheng Li, Xupin Zhuang, Jixian Gong, Qiujin Li, Jianfei Zhang
Summary: This review summarizes the preparation methods of cellulose nanocrystal (CNC) and its research status in various application fields, demonstrating its broad prospects for use in composite materials, biomedicine, and environmental applications.
PROGRESS IN CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ahreum Choi, Taewon Kim, Min-Ho Kim, Seok Woo Lee, Young Hwa Jung, Hyun-Wook Lee
Summary: In this study, the authors demonstrate how the fast reaction rate activates charge redistribution in manganese hexacyanomanganates, which helps alleviate the strong Jahn-Teller effect of high-spin Mn(III) by solving the unequal number of electrons in e(g) orbitals. As a result, the dissolution of Mn is effectively suppressed, leading to improved long-term cyclability in an aqueous electrolyte.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Bing Wang, Shuting Qiu, Zehong Chen, Yijie Hu, Ge Shi, Hao Zhuo, Huili Zhang, Linxin Zhong
Summary: This review provides an overview of nanocellulose properties, historical development, and assembly techniques, and discusses the design rules and influencing factors of fibrous materials' structure and function. The emerging applications of nanocellulose-based fibrous materials are highlighted. Finally, future research trends within this field are proposed.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2023)
Review
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Simon Regal, Joseph Troughton, Thierry Djenizian, Marc Ramuz
Summary: This article discusses the challenges of replicating the functionality of the human eye, the replication of individual eye components, and the improvement of eye models. It focuses on improving medical components and existing devices through biomimetic means. The holistic approach aims to facilitate idea cross-pollination between research focuses.
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yuri Estrin, Vinayak R. Krishnamurthy, Ergun Akleman
Summary: This article introduces a design principle that segments a structure into a set of topologically or geometrically interlocked elements, discussing historical background, different types of interlocking structures, generation methods, and potential applications. The proposed structures offer beneficial features such as tolerance to local failures, enhanced bending compliance, high sound and energy absorption, ease of assembly and disassembly, and nearly full recyclability.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Han Jia, Tsuyoshi Michinobu
Summary: Cellulose-based conductive gels, with their flexibility, biodegradability, and biocompatibility, are considered important candidates for next generation nanoarchitectonics materials. They have been widely studied for various applications including sensors, energy storage devices, energy generators, and actuators and have shown superior performance compared to gels made from petroleum-derived chemicals. This review introduces the general preparation method of cellulose-based conductive gels, presents the latest research results, and provides information for future nanoscience and research studies.