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Chemistry, Physical
Huihui Gan, Yong Zhang, Shaoqiao Li, Liping Yu, Jirong Wang, Zhigang Xue
Summary: Self-healing single-ion conducting polymer electrolytes (SIPEs) were synthesized to reduce concentration polarization, suppress the formation of lithium dendrites, and improve the stability and safety of lithium metal batteries. The SIPEs showed high ionic conductivity, good thermal stability, and compatibility with lithium metal anodes, demonstrating potential for application in LMBs.
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2021)
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Engineering, Environmental
Linna Dong, Xingfa Zeng, Jifang Fu, Liya Chen, Jia Zhou, Sanwei Dai, Liyi Shi
Summary: A novel freestanding crosslinked ionic copolymer solid electrolyte was reported in this study, fabricated via cross-linking polytetramethylene ether glycol with 1-vinyl-3-butylimidazole bis(trifluoromethylsulfonyl)imide ionic liquid. The electrolytes exhibit high lithium-ion transference number, good electrochemical stability, and stable interface compatibility, leading to good cycling and rate performance in lithium ion batteries.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2021)
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Chemistry, Physical
Zhuolin Rong, Yu Sun, Meng Yang, Fangyi Cheng, Wangqing Zhang, Jun Chen
Summary: A study investigated the influence of four different methoxy poly(ethylene glycol) (MPEG) based electrolytes with different terminals on the physical and electrochemical properties. It was found that the MPEG-3F with a trifluoroethoxy terminal exhibited higher ion conductivity, lithium ion transference number, and electrochemical stability.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2023)
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Polymer Science
Dong Gi Hong, Ji-Hoon Baik, Sangwan Kim, Jong-Chan Lee
Summary: Cross-linked solid polymer electrolytes (SPEs) based on ion-conducting poly(ethylene glycol), flexible polysiloxane, and anion-trapping boron cross-linker were prepared for lithium metal batteries. The SPEs exhibited thermally stable and high ionic conductivity, effectively suppressing the formation and growth of lithium dendrites.
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Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Junqiang Wei, Hongyun Yue, Zhenpu Shi, Zhaoyang Li, Xiangnan Li, Yanhong Yin, Shuting Yang
Summary: The development of an ether-based gel polymer electrolyte (GPE-H) has addressed the challenges associated with the practical application of lithium-metal anodes in high-energy-density rechargeable lithium batteries, offering high ionic conductivity and electrochemical stability.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2021)
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Chemistry, Physical
Xuhua Liu, Jie Liu, Bencai Lin, Fuqiang Chu, Yurong Ren
Summary: In this study, a novel single-ion conductive polymer electrolyte material, SPVDFLiHFP, was successfully synthesized and used in the fabrication of a series of LMBs, demonstrating promising performance for potential applications in the field of lithium metal batteries.
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Lei Wang, Jiawei Yan, Min Zhong, Jiali Zhang, Wenzhuo Shen, Shouwu Guo
Summary: In this study, gel electrolytes with boron-containing poly(vinyl alcohol) were prepared to improve lithium-ion transference number and battery performance.
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2022)
Review
Polymer Science
Jayeeta Chattopadhyay, Tara Sankar Pathak, Diogo M. F. Santos
Summary: This review summarizes the applications and advantages of polymer electrolytes in lithium-ion batteries, and discusses the ion transport mechanisms, preparation methods, and recent advancements in specific battery systems. Moreover, it proposes strategies for developing novel polymer electrolytes for high-performance lithium-ion batteries.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Kaihua Wen, Shundong Guan, Sijie Liu, Haocheng Yuan, Ying Liang, Dengfeng Yu, Zheng Zhang, Liangliang Li, Ce-Wen Nan
Summary: Flexible composite polymer electrolytes (CPEs) with single-ion conductive CPEs have been synthesized, showing high lithium-ion transference number, high ionic conductivity, wide electrochemical stability window, and excellent cycling stability. The CPEs have been used in solid-state lithium metal batteries with cathodes made of LiFePO4 and LiCoO2, achieving high discharge capacities for multiple cycles. This study provides insights into the design of high-performance CPEs for next-generation solid-state lithium metal batteries.
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Chemistry, Physical
Shantao Han, Peng Wen, Huaijiao Wang, Yang Zhou, Yu Gu, Lu Zhang, Yang Shao-Horn, Xinrong Lin, Mao Chen
Summary: This study demonstrates a method to achieve highly ion-conductive solid-state materials by precisely positioning designed repeating units to enable homogenized Li+ distribution, non-aggregated solvation, and site-to-site ion migration. Assembled all-solid-state batteries allow reversible cycling against Li metal at ambient and elevated temperatures, mitigating dendrite formation.
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Chemistry, Physical
Yosuke Ugata, Kazuki Yukishita, Natsuho Kazahaya, Shingo Takahashi, Naoaki Yabuuchi
Summary: To improve the energy density and safety of Li-ion batteries, a nonflammable fluorinated ester, methyl 3,3,3-trifluoropropionate (MTFP), is evaluated as an electrolyte solvent. The use of MTFP-based electrolyte in Li/LiCoO2 cells showed superior capacity retention compared to conventional carbonate-based electrolyte. Moreover, the MTFP-based electrolyte improved the low-temperature performance and thermal stability of LiCoO2 electrodes.
CHEMISTRY OF MATERIALS
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Mengyang Jia, Muhammad Khurram Tufail, Xiangxin Guo
Summary: Solid lithium batteries have the potential to achieve high energy density and high safety. Composite electrolytes, with good interfacial compatibility and customizability, have been investigated as promising contenders for commercial use. The high Li+ transference number of composite electrolytes is crucial for the power/energy density and cycling life of batteries.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Sang-Gil Woo, Eun-Kyoung Hwang, Hee-Kook Kang, Haeun Lee, Je-Nam Lee, Hyun-seung Kim, Goojin Jeong, Dong-Joo Yoo, Jimin Lee, Sungchan Kim, Ji-Sang Yu, Jang Wook Choi
Summary: This study achieved a high lithium ion transference number and excellent cycle life by coating the separator with sulfated zirconia superacid. The presence of the superacid strengthened the binding of the PF6- anion of the lithium salt, leading to a mechanically stable solid-electrolyte-interphase (SEI) layer rich in LixPOyFz. This demonstrates the beneficial effect of the superacid on emerging post-lithium-ion batteries.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Nan Meng, Yuning Ye, Zhaoxia Yang, Hao Li, Fang Lian
Summary: Single-ion conductive polymer electrolytes (SICPEs) with a cationic transference number close to unity have various advantages in solid-state batteries (SSBs), but their ionic conductivity at room temperature remains a major challenge. This review discusses recent achievements in improving the ambient ionic conductivity to make it compatible with SICPEs with a high transference number, focusing on strategies such as charge delocalization in polyanions, designing a highly conductive polymer matrix, and utilizing synergistic effects in SICPEs to further develop solid polymer electrolytes for SSBs.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Nan Meng, Yuning Ye, Zhaoxia Yang, Hao Li, Fang Lian
Summary: Single-ion conductive polymer electrolytes (SICPEs) with a high cationic transference number have advantages in solid-state batteries (SSBs), but face challenges in terms of inferior ionic conductivity at room temperature. This review discusses recent advancements in improving ambient ionic conductivity in order to develop solid polymer electrolytes for SSBs. Strategies such as delocalizing charges in polyanions, designing highly conductive polymer matrices, and utilizing synergistic effects in SICPEs are highlighted.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Biophysics
Yu-Fon Chen, Chien-Hsiang Chang, Ching-Yu Lin, Li-Fang Lin, Ming-Lung Yeh, Jeng-Shiung Jan
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES B-BIOINTERFACES
(2018)
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Polymer Science
Yu-Lin Tsai, Yu-Chao Tseng, Yan-Miao Chen, Tain-Ching Wen, Jeng-Shiung Jan
Article
Polymer Science
Xuan-You Shen, Chen-Chi Tang, Jeng-Shiung Jan
Article
Oncology
Yu-Fon Chen, Chien-Hsiang Chang, Zih-Ning Huang, Yu-Chu Su, Sue-Joan Chang, Jeng-Shiung Jan
LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA
(2019)
Article
Polymer Science
Sheng-Shu Hou, Nai-Shin Fan, Yu-Chao Tseng, Jeng-Shiung Jan
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Kuan-Ju Chen, Hsin-Ling Chen, Chen-Chi Tang, Hsu-Heng Wu, Jeng-Shiung Jan
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2019)
Article
Polymer Science
Yu-Chao Tseng, You Wu, Chih-Hao Tsao, Hsisheng Teng, Sheng-Shu Hou, Jeng-Shiung Jan
Article
Materials Science, Biomaterials
Yu-Fon Chen, Guan-Yu Chen, Chien-Hsiang Chang, Yu-Chu Su, Yi-Cheng Chen, Yi-sheng Jiang, Jeng-Shiung Jan
MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING C-MATERIALS FOR BIOLOGICAL APPLICATIONS
(2019)
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Yuan-Pin Hung, Yu-Fon Chen, Pei-Jane Tsai, I-Hsiu Huang, Wen-Chien Ko, Jeng-Shiung Jan
Summary: Bacteria-targeting nanomaterials have been widely used for diagnosis and treatment of bacterial infectious diseases, showing great potential as antimicrobial agents. These materials prevent bacterial colonization and spreading, benefiting biomaterial implants. Tailoring nanomaterials for wound repair and incorporating immune activating adjuvants can improve function and prevent bacterial infections.
Article
Polymer Science
Yi-Sheng Jiang, Ming-Hsien Hu, Jeng-Shiung Jan, Jin-Jia Hu
Summary: This study aimed to retard the degradation rate of Poly(glycerol sebacate) (PGS) by incorporating L-glutamic acid into its network. The results showed that the introduction of L-glutamic acid formed peptide bonds which led to altered mechanical properties and retarded degradation kinetics of the elastomer. It was found that PGSE displayed a lower degradation rate and different mechanical properties compared to PGS, making it a potential scaffold material for tissues with a low healing rate.
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Cell Biology
Maria Meszaros, Thi Ha My Phan, Judit P. Vigh, Gergo Porkolab, Anna Kocsis, Emese K. Pali, Tamas F. Polgar, Fruzsina R. Walter, Silvia Bolognin, Jens C. Schwamborn, Jeng-Shiung Jan, Maria A. Deli, Szilvia Veszelka
Summary: Research has found that nanoparticles targeting cerebral endothelial cells can enhance drug delivery to the brain. By combining alanine and glutathione, these polypeptide nanocarriers showed increased permeability and cellular uptake in a co-culture model of human endothelial cells and brain pericytes. These findings suggest that poly(l-glutamic acid) nanoparticles can be effective nanocarriers for drug delivery to the nervous system.
Article
Polymer Science
Thi Ha My Phan, Yu-Hsun Yang, Yi-Jen Tsai, Fang-Yu Chung, Tooru Ooya, Shiho Kawasaki, Jeng-Shiung Jan
Summary: The packing of the grafting moiety via non-covalent interactions can facilitate the polypeptide segments to adopt more ordered conformations and trigger spontaneous hydrogelation. The hydrogelation ability is correlated with polypeptide composition and topology, with star-shaped polypeptides of asymmetric topology showing poorer hydrogelation ability. Star-shaped polypeptides grafted with indole group on the side chain exhibit better hydrogelation ability than those grafted with phenyl group.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Ting-Xuan Lin, Kuan-Ju Chen, Po-Yen Chen, Jeng-Shiung Jan
ACS APPLIED NANO MATERIALS
(2018)
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Yu-Fon Chen, Ai-Li Shiau, Sue-Joan Chang, Nai-Shin Fan, Chung-Teng Wang, Chao-Liang Wu, Jeng-Shiung Jan
ACTA BIOMATERIALIA
(2017)