Article
Physics, Applied
Madhuri Mishra, Rajib Saha, Sangita Bhowmick, Sushil Kumar Pandey, Subhananda Chakrabarti
Summary: This article reports on the phosphorus doping-induced p-type doping in ZnO thin films using the spin-on dopant (SOD) process. The SOD process offers a simple and cost-effective doping method compared to conventional diffusion/ion-implantation methods. The impact of SOD process temperature on the conductivity and morphology of ZnO thin films is investigated. The results demonstrate the potential of the SOD process in producing high-quality p-type ZnO thin films suitable for optoelectronic devices applications.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICS D-APPLIED PHYSICS
(2022)
Article
Crystallography
Els Bruneel, Hannes Rijckaert, Javier Diez Sierra, Klaartje De Buysser, Isabel Van Driessche
Summary: This work discusses the development of an analysis routine for evaluating the nanoparticle distribution in nanocomposite thin films. YBa2Cu3O7-delta (YBCO) nanocomposite films were synthesized via a chemical solution deposition approach starting from colloidal YBCO solutions with preformed nanoparticles. The distribution of the nanoparticles and interlayer diffusion are evaluated with X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) depth profiling and compared with cross-sectional transmission electron microscopy (TEM) images. It is shown that the combination of both techniques deliver valuable information on the film properties as nanoparticle distribution, film thickness and interlayer diffusion.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
A. E. Nebatti, A. Zekri, Y. Zakaria, R. Singh, S. K. Mukherjee, A. S. Kadari, M. Guezzoul, K. D. Khodja, B. Amrani, B. Aissa
Summary: ZnO and Mo-doped ZnO thin films were grown using the spray pyrolysis process and characterized with various techniques. The presence of Zn, O, and Mo in the samples was confirmed, and the Mo6+ oxidation state was identified in the Mo:ZnO films. The band gap of the films was observed to increase with Mo content. These results are valuable for the synthesis of Mo:ZnO films for applications such as sensing, optoelectronics, and antimicrobial purposes.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR STRUCTURE
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Sam Macartney, Rong Liu, Richard Wuhrer, Leigh R. Sheppard
Summary: The effects of chromium doping on magnetron sputtered and thermally annealed Ta3N5 thin films were investigated for the first time. Structural and compositional evolution of these films were closely studied using XRD, SEM, and SIMS. Despite the favorable ionic radius, poor chromium solubility in Ta3N5 was indicated, requiring further work to characterize Cr-Ta3N5 with desirable properties.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2021)
Article
Optics
Madhuri Mishra, Rajib Saha, Lavi Tyagi, Sushama Sushama, Sushil Kumar Pandey, Subhananda Chakrabarti
Summary: In this study, phosphorus-doped MgZnO thin films were prepared through spin-on doping and annealing, which improved the morphology, structure, and optical properties. Annealing at temperatures of 800-900 degrees C resulted in good morphology and large grains.
JOURNAL OF LUMINESCENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Parmish Kaur, Arbresha Muriqi, Jan-Lucas Wree, Ramin Ghiyasi, Muhammad Safdar, Michael Nolan, Maarit Karppinen, Anjana Devi
Summary: A novel atomic/molecular layer deposition process for cerium-based metal-organic hybrid films is presented in this study. Using a highly reactive cerium(iii) guanidinate precursor in combination with specific organic precursors, the hybrid films were grown at high growth rates. The films showed favorable UV absorption properties and potential applications as redox active materials and UV-absorbing materials.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Ashis K. Manna, P. Dash, Dip Das, S. K. Srivastava, P. K. Sahoo, A. Kanjilal, D. Kanjilal, Shikha Varma
Summary: We present the photoabsorption response and resistive switching behavior of ion-implanted ZnO thin films. The role of oxygen vacancies in the evolution of these properties is studied using various techniques. The results suggest an improvement in the crystallinity of the films with ion fluence, and an enhancement in oxygen vacancy is responsible for higher photo response in the UV-Vis range. Engineering of bandgap also introduces enhanced absorption in visible regime. An asymmetric resistive switching behavior is observed in films implanted at the highest fluence, with a switching behavior from a high resistance state to a low resistance state under positive bias conditions and a rectifying nature under negative bias conditions. Oxygen vacancies play a crucial role in the modulation of photoabsorption response and resistive switching mechanism.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Deepika, Deepika Gupta, Vishnu Chauhan, Aman Mahajan, Rashi Gupta, S. Asad Ali, Rajesh Kumar
Summary: In this study, tungsten oxide (WO3) thin films were grown on glass and silicon substrates using RF sputtering method and were subjected to gamma irradiation at varying doses. The results showed that the grain size and crystallite size of the thin films changed after gamma irradiation, and their optical and chemical properties were also altered.
RADIATION PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
O. Oberemok, V. Kladko, V. Melnik, O. Dubikovskyi, O. Kosulya, O. Gudymenko, B. Romanyuk, Z. Maksimenko, T. Sabov, O. Kolomys
Summary: This work investigates the impact of annealing temperature on the structural and optical properties of ZnO films implanted with Ho+ and Nd+ ions. Highly oriented nanorods arrays of ZnO films were synthesized on silicon substrates using RF magnetron sputtering. Ion implantation enhanced the crystallinity of the films. The temperature-induced changes in lattice parameters and sizes of ZnO nanocrystals in nanorods were observed. Threshold temperatures for bulk crystallization and the photoluminescent properties of nanorods were identified. The study reveals that the implanted elements are distributed uniformly throughout the film thickness and accumulate at the SiOx/Si interface during high-temperature annealing.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
P. Dhamodharan, Jian Chen, C. Manoharan
Summary: The study investigated the performance of pristine ZnO and indium doped ZnO thin films as photoanodes in DSSCs, finding that the indium doped films had higher power conversion efficiency, with porous structure and transparency being key factors influencing performance.
SURFACES AND INTERFACES
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ranjan Kumar Ghadai, Soham Das, Kanak Kalita, Bibhu Prasad Swain, Joao Paulo Davim
Summary: In this study, diamond-like Carbon (DLC) thin film coatings were deposited on SiO(2) substrates by atmospheric pressure chemical vapour deposition (APCVD) using C(2)H(2) and H(2) as precursor gases. The research found that smooth surfaces of the thin film coatings were observed under varying H(2) flow rates, with the hardness and Young's modulus increasing with higher H(2) flow rates. XPS analysis showed an increase in the percentage of sp3 with increasing H(2) flow rate, indicating a change in composition.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Noureddine Hacini, Mostefa Ghamnia, Mohamed Amine Dahamni, Abdelwaheb Boukhachem, Jean-Jacques Pireaux, Laurent Houssiau
Summary: ZnO thin films were synthesized using PECVD on silicon and glass substrates at different temperatures. The films exhibited variations in structural and optical properties, with temperature playing a significant role in the crystallization of ZnO.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
S. Kurtaran, M. Kellegoz, S. Kose
Summary: CeO2 thin films doped with Gd through spray pyrolysis technique exhibit enhanced optical, structural, and electrical properties, showing high transmittance and promising photoluminescence characteristics. These films may be considered as potential materials for optoelectronic applications.
Article
Materials Science, Characterization & Testing
Tinglu Song, Linjing Liu, Fan Xu, Ye-tang Pan, Mengmeng Qian, Dinghua Li, Rongjie Yang
Summary: The washing durability of nylon fabric coating can be enhanced dramatically by spray coating zinc oxide (ZnO) and APESP siloxane on the surface of nylon 6. The microstructure of the fabric was investigated to reveal the mechanism, and the formation of Si-O-Zn bonds was found to enhance the washing durability of the coating. The characterization methods introduced in this study provide guidelines for future nanoscale research.
Article
Materials Science, Coatings & Films
Niklas Hellgren, Grzegorz Greczynski, Mauricio A. Sortica, Ivan Petrov, Lars Hultman, Johanna Rosen
Summary: This study presents a thorough analysis of titanium boride thin films using X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS). By varying deposition parameters, the composition of the films can be adjusted over a wide range. Careful spectra deconvolution allows for identification of different bonds within the films, providing insights into interpreting XPS spectra of TiBx.
JOURNAL OF VACUUM SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY A
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Diana Gaspar, Jorge Martins, Jose Tiago Carvalho, Paul Grey, Rogerio Simoes, Elvira Fortunato, Rodrigo Martins, Luis Pereira
Summary: The market for flexible, hybrid, and printed electronic systems is uncertain, but these systems are emerging daily, allowing for devices and systems that can be folded and stored in pockets. Cellulose-based modified nanopapers were developed as a physical support and gate dielectric layer for recyclable field-effect transistors (FETs). Impregnation of the nanopapers with sodium ions enabled low voltage FETs (<3 V), with high mobility (>10 cm2 V-1 s-1), current modulation (>105), and improved dynamic response. These transistors were successfully implemented into simple circuits such as inverters, showing clear discrimination between logic states. Besides improved electrical performance, these devices are a promising alternative for reliable, sustainable, and flexible electronics, even under stress conditions.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Paulo Joaquim Nunes, Rui Francisco Pinto Pereira, Sonia Pereira, Maria Manuela Silva, Elvira Fortunato, Veronica de Zea Bermudez, Mariana Fernandes
Summary: Two di-ureasils with oxyethylene segments were prepared by the sol-gel method, doped with ionic liquid and lithium salt. The resulting films were translucent, flexible, hydrophobic, and had low surface roughness. The optimized sample exhibited good ionic conductivity and was used in prototype electrochromic devices with promising performance.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Maria Joao Meneses, Rita Susana Patarrao, Tomas Pinheiro, Ines Coelho, Nuno Carrico, Ana Carolina Marques, Artur Romao, Joao Nabais, Elvira Fortunato, Joao Filipe Raposo, Maria Paula Macedo
Summary: Diabetes is a heterogeneous and multifactorial disease, and besides glycemia and glycated hemoglobin, the evaluation of other biochemical parameters is necessary for better diagnosis and management. Indexes of insulin secretion, sensitivity/resistance, and metabolism have been developed to provide a more comprehensive view of individual metabolic states. New technologies, such as sensors and software applications, have the potential to improve diabetes diagnosis and management, empowering patients and simplifying disease management.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF CLINICAL INVESTIGATION
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Bo He, Gang He, Shanshan Jiang, Jiangwei Liu, Elvira Fortunato, Rodrigo Martins
Summary: Thin-film transistors based on metal oxide semiconductors are widely used in driving low-cost backplanes of active matrix liquid crystal displays. Solution-based 1D nanofiber networks have been proven to be a simpler and higher-throughput approach for transistor fabrication. Double channel heterojunction transistors composed of In2O3 and ZnO layers show high electron mobility and operational stability, which can be optimized by adjusting the stacking order and density of the layers.
ADVANCED ELECTRONIC MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Rita F. Nunes, Daniel Costa, Ana M. Ferraria, Ana Botelho M. do Rego, Filipa Ribeiro, Angela Martins, Auguste Fernandes
Summary: Due to the need to reduce global CO2 emissions, bio-based fuels are being explored. To reduce oxygen content, bio-oils need to be upgraded through catalytic hydrodeoxygenation (HDO) using bifunctional catalysts with metal and acid sites. Pt-Al2O3 and Ni-Al2O3 catalysts containing heteropolyacids (HPA) were prepared, and their properties were characterized. Ni-based catalysts showed higher conversion and selectivity to deoxygenated compounds, making them the most promising, despite suffering from deactivation over time.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Beatriz J. Coelho, Joana P. Neto, Barbara Sieira, Andre T. Moura, Elvira Fortunato, Rodrigo Martins, Pedro V. Baptista, Rui Igreja, Hugo Aguas
Summary: Microfluidic-based platforms are powerful tools for chemical and biological assays. The fusion of different microfluidic technologies has the potential to overcome limitations and enhance their strengths.
Article
Polymer Science
Beatriz J. Coelho, Joana V. Pinto, Jorge Martins, Ana Rovisco, Pedro Barquinha, Elvira Fortunato, Pedro V. Baptista, Rodrigo Martins, Rui Igreja
Summary: Poly(p-xylylene) derivatives, also known as Parylenes, have been extensively studied for their thermal, structural, and electrical properties. This article explores the application of Parylene C in various electronic devices, including transistors, capacitors, and digital microfluidic devices. The results show that Parylene C can be used as a dielectric, substrate, and encapsulation layer in transistors, producing high performance devices with steep transfer curves, low gate leak currents, and good mobilities. The study also demonstrates the functionality of Parylene C in MIM structures and its capability to enable faster droplet motion and nucleic acid amplification reactions in DMF devices.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Luca Fabbri, Camilla Bordoni, Pedro Barquinha, Jerome Crocco, Beatrice Fraboni, Tobias Cramer
Summary: The disordered microscopic structure of amorphous semiconductors leads to the formation of band tails in the density of states (DOS), which greatly affect charge transport properties. Kelvin Probe Force Microscopy (KPFM) is a powerful technique to measure the DOS, but lacks a model to interpret KPFM spectroscopy data on amorphous semiconductors of finite thickness. In this study, an analytical solution to the Poisson equation is provided for a metal-insulator-semiconductor junction interacting with the atomic force microscope tip, allowing for the fitting of experimental data and obtaining DOS parameters. This method was demonstrated on Indium-Gallium-Zinc Oxide (IGZO) thin-film transistors (IGZO-TFTs) and showed good agreement with values obtained from photocurrent spectroscopy.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
J. Figueira, R. M. Bonito, J. T. Carvalho, E. M. F. Vieira, C. Gaspar, Joana Loureiro, J. H. Correia, E. Fortunato, R. Martins, L. Pereira
Summary: Flexible thermal touch sensors were produced by optimizing ethyl cellulose and graphite flakes inks for screen-printing. The best electrical-TE output combination was achieved by printing two layers of the ink with 20 wt% of graphite on an office paper substrate. The results showed that the screen-printed graphite-based inks are highly suitable for flexible TE sensing applications.
FLEXIBLE AND PRINTED ELECTRONICS
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Nenad Bundaleski, Carolina F. Adame, Eduardo Alves, Nuno P. Barradas, Maria F. Cerqueira, Jonas Deuermeier, Yorick Delaup, Ana M. Ferraria, Isabel M. M. Ferreira, Holger Neupert, Marcel Himmerlich, Ana Maria M. B. do Rego, Martino Rimoldi, Orlando M. N. D. Teodoro, Mikhail Vasilevskiy, Pedro Costa Pinto
Summary: There has been growing interest in using amorphous carbon thin films with low secondary electron yield (SEY) to reduce electron multipacting in particle accelerators and RF devices. Previous studies have shown that the SEY increases with the amount of hydrogen and is correlated with the Tauc gap. In this study, films produced by magnetron sputtering with varying amounts of hydrogen and deuterium were analyzed, and it was found that the maximal SEY decreases with the fraction of the graphitic phase in the films.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Review
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Maria Elias Pereira, Rodrigo Martins, Elvira Fortunato, Pedro Barquinha, Asal Kiazadeh
Summary: Neuromorphic computing is gaining popularity as a replacement for outdated technology in conventional computing systems. Artificial neural networks composed of memristor crossbars in hardware offer power, cost, and area-efficient in-memory computing and storage. Optoelectronic memristors (OEMs) can control resistive switching (RS) through both optical and electronic signals, solving crosstalk issues and providing a high-speed non-destructive method. This review summarizes recent advances in inorganic OEMs, analyzing the device structure and assessing their potential applications in logic gates, artificial neural networks, and artificial visual systems with consideration for their performance.
NEUROMORPHIC COMPUTING AND ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Maria Joao Oliveira, Soraia Caetano, Ana Dalot, Filipe Sabino, Tomas R. Calmeiro, Elvira Fortunato, Rodrigo Martins, Eulalia Pereira, Miguel Prudencio, Hugh J. Byrne, Ricardo Franco, Hugo Aguas
Summary: Early and accurate detection of pathogenic microorganisms is crucial for diagnosis and patient outcomes. The combination of a polystyrene-based microfluidic device and Surface-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy shows excellent sensitivity and specificity in detecting malaria. The system can be easily adapted for other pathogens and has the potential for early diagnosis of infectious diseases.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Qi-Wen Chen, Ze-Qing Guo, Jian-Ping Zhou
Summary: Multifunctional continuous solid solutions NFMTO-x were successfully synthesized via a one-step hydrothermal method by controlling the ratio of Mg and Fe. The NFMTO-x materials exhibited enhanced visible light response, effective adsorption and photocatalytic degradation of organic pollutants, CO2 methanation capability, and easy recyclability due to their magnetic properties. This research provides a significant multifunctional material for water purification.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
George E. Stan, Maziar Montazerian, Adam Shearer, Bryan W. Stuart, Francesco Baino, John C. Mauro, Jose M. F. Ferreira
Summary: Bioactive glasses have the ability to form strong bonds with tissues and release therapeutic ions. However, their biomechanical compatibility limits their use in load-bearing applications. The use of magnetron sputtering technology to fabricate BG coatings shows promise in improving their efficacy and potential for application.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zhaoxuan Wang, Zhicheng Yan, Zhigang Qi, Yu Feng, Qi Chen, Ziqi Song, Meng Huang, Peng Jia, Ki Buem Kim, Weimin Wang
Summary: The corrosion behavior of Fe-60 and Fe-83 ribbons in 0.6 M NaCl was studied. Fe-60 exhibited a local corrosion mode and formed a stable passivation film with higher corrosion resistance, while Fe-83 showed a combination of local and global corrosion modes and had lower corrosion resistance. Controlling the precipitation of nanocrystalline phases and increasing the POx content in the passivation film significantly improved the corrosion resistance of Fe-based glassy alloys.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hao-Kai Peng, Sheng-Yen Zheng, Wei-Ning Kao, Ting-Chieh Lai, Kai-Sheun Lee, Yung- Hsien Wu
Summary: This study investigates the effects of high energy/fluence proton radiation on the performance of HfZrOx-based FeFETs memory with different Zr content. The results show that the characteristics of FeFETs are influenced by proton radiation, and the extent of the influence depends on the Zr content. FeFETs with 50% Zr content exhibit minimal changes in memory window and demonstrate good endurance and retention performance.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zongyi Yue, Guangyi Wang, Zengguang Huang, Sihua Zhong
Summary: In this study, AZO and ITO films were successfully tuned as excellent passivation layers for c-Si surfaces, achieving effective minority carrier lifetime and outstanding optical properties through the optimization of annealing temperature and interfacial silicon oxide.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Martin Hruska, Jan Kejzlar, Jaroslav Otta, Premysl Fitl, Michal Novotny, Jakub Cizek, Oksana Melikhova, Matej Micusik, Peter Machata, Martin Vrnata
Summary: This paper presents a detailed study on the hydrogen sensing capabilities of highly nanoporous black gold films. The films exhibit fast response and recovery times at low temperatures. Different levels of nanoporosity were prepared and tested to investigate the sensing properties, and it was found that nanoporous black gold is suitable for hydrogen sensing. The sensitivity of the film depends on its nanoporosity.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yupu Wang, Gaofeng Teng, Chun To Yiu, Junyi Zhu
Summary: In the study of BM-SCO and HSCO thin films, it was found that H vacancies tend to prefer sites near the external surface or oxygen vacancy channels (OVCs), while H interstitials prefer sites of oxygen on a layer that contains six-fold coordinated Co. These findings not only enrich the understanding of complex surface phenomena of defect formation but also provide an explanation for the reversibility during phase transformation.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jiafeng Lu, Linping Teng, Qinxiao Zhai, Chunhua Wang, Matthieu Lancry, Ye Dai, Xianglong Zeng
Summary: In this study, we achieved full control of fiber nanograting orientation by manipulating laser polarization, and tailored space variant fiber nanogratings, which expanded the diversity in fiber nanograting engineering.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yibo Liu, Yujie Tao, Yue Liu, Qi Sun, Qinrong Lin, Kexin Kang, Qinghua Zhang, Qingjie Sun
Summary: This study investigates the wettability of the Ti-Cu-Fe multi-metal system, specifically the wetting behaviors of CuSi3 droplets on TC4 and 304SS plates. The results show that the CO2 + Ar gas atmosphere significantly affects interfacial mass transfer, thus influencing the wettability of the systems.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jimei Liu, Fei Wang, Rong Guo, Yuqi Liu, Mengyu Zhang, Jaka Sunarso, Dong Liu
Summary: This study developed Co/MXene composites with anti-corrosion properties by varying the cobalt content. These composites exhibited remarkable electromagnetic absorption performance and high resistance to corrosion under various corrosive conditions. The study also revealed the mechanism of electron transfer from cobalt to MXene and the electromagnetic dissipation behavior originated from polarization loss alone.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Moujie Huang, Yongsong Ma, Jingbo Yang, Lingyun Xu, Hangqi Yang, Miao Wang, Xin Ma, Xin Xia, Junhao Yang, Deli Wang, Chuang Peng
Summary: Strong metal-support interactions (SMSIs) are important for enhancing catalytic activities and stability in thermal catalysis. This study demonstrates a method to create SMSIs in electrocatalysis using carbon nanotubes and Ru nanoparticles, resulting in excellent catalytic activity and stability.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ravi Trivedi, Brinti Mondal, Nandini Garg, Brahmananda Chakraborty
Summary: This study explores the potential of biphenylene as a nanocarrier for the delivery of the anticancer drug cisplatin. It is found that biphenylene offers physical stability, rapid release rate, solubility, and bio-compatibilities compared to other nanocarriers. The adsorption of cisplatin on the surface of biphenylene involves charge transfer from cisplatin to biphenylene. The drug is shown to be released at body temperature in an acidic environment. Biphenylene also exhibits excellent cytotoxicity activity and cellular uptake of the drug. Overall, biphenylene shows promise as a potential nanocarrier for cisplatin delivery.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hyun Jeong, Hyeong Chan Suh, Ga Hyun Cho, Rafael Salas-Montiel, Hayoung Ko, Ki Kang Kim, Mun Seok Jeong
Summary: In this study, a potential platform to enhance Raman scattering and increase the number of observable Raman modes in monolayer transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs) was proposed. The platform consisted of large-scale arrays of gold micropillars (MPs), which were able to enhance the Raman intensity of TMDs and make difficult-to-detect Raman modes observable. The platform showed great industrial advantages and wide applicability due to its low cost, simple process, large controllable area, and short process time.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yasir Abbas, Shafqat Ali, Sajjad Ali, Waqar Azeem, Zareen Zuhra, Haoliang Wang, Mohamed Bououdina, Zhenzhong Sun
Summary: In this study, FeOx@SPNO-C core-shell nanospheres as a catalyst for degradation of sulfamethoxazole (SMX) were successfully synthesized. The synergistic interaction between FeOx and SPNO-C, high carbon charge density, and the presence of C = O groups and N/Fe-Nx sites were found to be key factors for the enhanced degradation of SMX.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Qiaoting Yang, Yuxiao Gong, Yan Qian, Zhou-Qing Xiao, Serge Cosnier, Xue-Ji Zhang, Robert S. Marks, Dan Shan
Summary: This study proposes a hierarchical confinement strategy to design Prussian blue nanoparticles (PB NPs) with satisfactory electrocatalytic ability and stability. The catalytic synthesis of PB NPs is achieved through a hydrothermal process, and the as-prepared PB@NH2MIL exhibits efficient electronic transmission and enhanced electrocatalytic properties.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
