Article
Chemistry, Physical
Fahimeh Ansari, Saeed Sheibani, Marcos Fernandez-Garcia
Summary: Cu2O-CuO/TiO2 nanocomposite photocatalysts were successfully fabricated on Cu wire through chemical-thermal oxidation and sol-gel process. The nanocomposites exhibited visible light activity, delayed electron-hole recombination, and high degradation efficiency. They also demonstrated the unique features of easy separation and good stability.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Fahimeh Ansari, Saeed Sheibani, Marcos Fernandez-Garcia
Summary: Cu2O-CuO/TiO2 nanocomposite photocatalysts were successfully fabricated on Cu wire via chemical-thermal oxidation and sol-gel process. The nanocomposite contained multiple components including Cu2O, CuO, Cu, and TiO2, with band gap energies ranging from 1.72-1.96 eV, demonstrating good activity under visible light.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Naresh Nalajala, Kranti N. Salgaonkar, Inderjeet Chauhan, Siva Prasad Mekala, Chinnakonda S. Gopinath
Summary: The study synthesized facet-controlled Pd nanoparticles with different morphologies and Pt-coated Pd nanoparticles, finding that Pt-coating enhances catalytic activity, with 0.5θ(Pt)-Pd-TO/P25 showing the highest methanol conversion rate and formaldehyde selectivity. The results highlight the importance of surface properties in heterogeneous catalysis and suggest that a small amount of Pt can simulate the activity equivalent to bulk Pt.
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Gaomin Ning, Yan Zhang, Chunjing Shi, Chen Zhao, Mengmeng Liu, Fangfang Chang, Wenlong Gao, Sheng Ye, Jian Liu, Jing Zhang
Summary: Engineering the surface structure of semiconductor is a promising strategy for improving charge separation and transfer efficiency in photocatalysis. In this study, C decorated hollow TiO2 photocatalysts (C-TiO2) were designed and fabricated. The optimal C content and Ti-O-C bonds in C-TiO2 were found to enhance light absorption and promote charge separation and transfer, leading to a 5.5-fold higher activity in H2 evolution compared to TiO2. This work provides a feasible strategy for rational design and construction of surface-engineered hollow photocatalysts to enhance photocatalytic performance.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ozkan Acisli, Ilker Acar, Alireza Khataee
Summary: Geopolymers have been studied as eco-friendly and cost-effective adsorbents for cationic species removal in wastewater treatment. However, their application in removing anionic dyes is limited. In this study, a surface modification using CTAB was applied to a fly ash-based geopolymer to enhance the removal of Acid Blue 185 without requiring strongly acidic conditions.
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Elena Korina, Roman Morozov, Ivan Arkhipushkin, Dmitriy Vorobiev, Natalya Heintz, Igor Inyaev, Alaa Adawy, Rafael Mendoza, Irina Vasileva, Tatiana Dolinina, Vyacheslav Avdin, Sergey Sozykin, Artyom Schelokov, Vadim Popov, Elena Strel'tsova, Oleg Bol'shakov
Summary: A novel approach to alter the surface of nanocrystalline anatase with pristine titania by chemisorption of a stable water-soluble titanium complex is studied. On-air calcination removes organic residues, converting chemisorbed complexes into oxide phase increments while retaining crystallinity and specific surface with simultaneous withdrawal of surface hydroxyl groups.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
An Su, Qian Wang, Liping Huang, Yonglong Zheng, Yawen Wang, Hongyu Chen
Summary: The role of CTAB cannot be ignored in the chiral synthesis of homochiral nanostructures, and the precise modulation of the Active Surface Growth is crucial for rational synthetic controls. By adjusting the ratio of ascorbic acid to Au precursor, the growth modes can be continuously changed, explaining the main trends of shape evolution and the inequivalent growth of the equivalent surfaces.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yunning Chen, Renquan Guan, Xueying Cheng, Jie Zhao, Zhengkai Wu, Yan Wang, Qingkun Shang, Yingnan Sun
Summary: In this paper, two surface oxygen vacancy-rich TiO2 composite photocatalysts were successfully constructed using different methods. The excellent photocatalytic performance of Nd-Fe-(D-Vo)TiO2 was attributed to its doping energy and surface oxygen vacancies. The bonding of ellagic acid (EA) to the surface of TiO2 further improved the visible light absorption and photocatalytic performance, and Nd-Fe-(D-Vo)TiO2@EA achieved a high degradation degree of ethinyl estradiol.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hanming Liu, Maning Liu, Ryosuke Nakamura, Yasuhiro Tachibana
Summary: Quantitative assessments were conducted to study the dynamics of electron and hole transfer on anatase nanocrystalline TiO2 films with water. Water reduction reactions exhibit two different exponential decay components, while water oxidation reactions occur multi-exponentially. Deposition of Pt nanoparticles on the TiO2 surface affects the reaction rates.
APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jinho Lee, Jiyong Hwang, Hyunsu Park, Tohru Sekino, Woo-Byoung Kim
Summary: A new and sustainable green surface modification process was developed to improve environmental pollution by modifying the surface and structural properties of nanostructured materials. The synthesized homo-core/shell TiO2 (HCST) showed high organic pollutant adsorption properties and accelerated photocatalytic activity.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
An Su, Qian Wang, Liping Huang, Yonglong Zheng, Yawen Wang, Hongyu Chen
Summary: This study demonstrates the significance of CTAB in the synthesis of homochiral nanostructures. CTAB alone can induce Active Surface Growth and form nano-hexagrams with unique shapes. The growth rate and shape evolution can be controlled by modulating the ratio of ascorbic acid to Au precursor.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ning Li, Wei Zhang, Dongliang Wang, Guixian Li, Yu Zhao
Summary: TiO2 photocatalysis has a wide range of applications and promising prospects. However, its practical use is limited by the wide band gap and low quantum yield. Therefore, the focus of current research is on how to prepare TiO2 with high quantum yield and fast response to visible light.
CHEMISTRY-AN ASIAN JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Claudia Palacio, Alejandro Alvarez, Andres F. Mejia-Roldan, Jeaneth P. Urquijo, Jhoman Arias, Leidy C. Velez-Monsalve, Juliana Mejia-Sepulveda, Julio C. Saldarriaga, Mauricio A. Correa, Fabio Vargas
Summary: Titanium dioxide (TiO2) has photocatalytic ability to react with toxic gases under ultraviolet light, which can mitigate air pollution. The study found that thermal spray is more effective than dripping of polymeric suspensions for coating surfaces and improving photocatalytic efficiency. It is also observed that polymeric suspensions inhibit the photocatalytic activity of TiO2 nanoparticles.
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL TECHNOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Muyao Song, Lijing Wang, Jiaxin Li, Dewu Sun, Renquan Guan, Hongju Zhai, Xinchun Gao, Xiaohui Li, Zhao Zhao, Zaicheng Sun
Summary: The LTO perovskite material with surface defects introduced through a simple sol-gel method and reduction process has shown improved photocatalytic nitrogen fixation activity, suppressing charge recombination and increasing the reaction rate significantly.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Erjun Lu, Junqian Tao, Can Yang, Yidong Hou, Jinshui Zhang, Xinchen Wang, Xianzhi Fu
Summary: By constructing an ultrathin carbon layer on the surface of Pd/TiO2 photocatalyst, the adsorption behavior of H atoms and imines on the Pd surface during photocatalytic redox reactions can be kinetically controlled, leading to improved selectivity of amine derivatives.
ACTA PHYSICO-CHIMICA SINICA
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jiannan Feng, Ji Bian, Linlu Bai, Shibo Xi, Ya Wang, Cailing Chen, Liqiang Jing
Summary: This study developed molecular nickel phthalocyanines on phosphate-functionalized bismuth vanadate nanosheets as ultrathin heterojunctions for photocatalytic overall water splitting without noble-metal cocatalysts or sacrificial agents. The Z-scheme charge separation between NiPc and PO-BVNS played a key role in achieving remarkable enhancement in H2/O2 evolution rates under UV-vis irradiation, showcasing a novel strategy for constructing artificial photosynthesis systems.
APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Rui Sun, Haochun Yin, Ziqing Zhang, Yilin Wang, Teng Liang, Shengyu Zhang, Liqiang Jing
Summary: This study successfully constructed efficient S-scheme heterojunction photocatalyst PDI/G-CN for converting CO2 into CO and CH4, with a 16-time performance improvement compared to natural CN nanosheets. Through interface modulation, effective S-scheme charge transfer and separation are enhanced, and the optimized amount of highly dispersed PDI is increased, demonstrating the potential practicality of all-organic CN-based S-scheme photocatalysts for efficient solar-to-energy conversion via CO2 reduction.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY C
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Mingzhuo Wei, Zhijun Li, Peijiao Chen, Lei Sun, Shilin Kang, Tianwei Dou, Yang Qu, Liqiang Jing
Summary: Nitrogen-rich doped anatase TiO2 nanoparticles were prepared via high-temperature nitridation based on H3PO4-modified TiO2. The associated defects were successfully healed by smart photo-Fenton oxidation treatment. The healed N-doped TiO2 exhibited significantly improved photocatalytic activity for acetaldehyde degradation under visible-light irradiation, attributed to the extended spectral response range, enhanced charge separation, and healed defect levels.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Kang Hu, Ping Liu, Ziqing Zhang, Ji Bian, Guowei Wang, Hongjun Wu, Hui Xu, Liqiang Jing
Summary: The B-doped and Ru-oxo modified g-C3N4 nanosheets exhibit exceptional photocatalytic performance for CO2 conversion, mainly attributed to the downward shift of the valence band and the capture of photogenerated holes, enhancing charge separation and the water oxidation process.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY C
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lina Zhao, Bian Ji, Xianfa Zhang, Linlu Bai, Yang Qu, Zhijun Li, Liqiang Jing
Summary: This study demonstrates the rational design of a highly efficient CO2 conversion photocatalyst using a unique single-atom metal-organic framework structure, and the discovery of a new type of heterojunction.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Yong Li, Xulong Pang, Qi Zhao, Bingmiao Zhang, Xin Guo, Yi Zhang, Ying Xie, Chuanli Qin, Liqiang Jing
Summary: Researchers have successfully constructed polymer semiconductor/g-C3N4 heterojunction photocatalysts that can efficiently separate photogenerated carriers and extend visible-light response, resulting in enhanced visible-light-driven H2 production.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Yang Liu, Jianhui Sun, Houhou Huang, Linlu Bai, Xiaomeng Zhao, Binhong Qu, Lunqiao Xiong, Fuquan Bai, Junwang Tang, Liqiang Jing
Summary: In this study, an ionic liquid and borate-anchored Co single atoms were employed as dual-cocatalysts for g-C3N4 to enhance electron kinetics and improve CO2 reduction selectivity, resulting in an efficient conversion of CO2 to valuable chemicals.
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wajid Ali, Zhijun Li, Linlu Bai, Muhammad Zaka Ansar, Amir Zada, Yang Qu, Shabana Shaheen, Liqiang Jing
Summary: The key to developing highly active α-Fe2O3-based photocatalysts is to improve charge separation and effectively utilize high-energy electrons. In this study, α-Fe2O3 nanosheets (FO) were synthesized and coupled with SnO2 nanosheets (SO) to obtain SO/FO nanocomposites. Silver nanoparticles were then loaded on SO to form Ag-SO/FO nanocomposites. The optimized nanocomposite showed efficient degradation of 2,4-dichlorophenol and was also applicable to the degradation of other organic pollutants and CO2 reduction under visible-light irradiation. The enhanced photoactivity of Ag-SO/FO is mainly attributed to improved charge separation by introducing SO as an electron platform and the cocatalytic effect of nanosized Ag.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yong Li, Bingmiao Zhang, Xulong Pang, Zhijun Li, Yi Zhang, Ming Hao, Yan Zhu, Chuanli Qin, Liqiang Jing
Summary: Constructing efficient heterojunctions, particularly with additional organic constitution, is highly desired to enhance the photogenerated charge separation of g-C3N4 for solar-hydrogen conversion. In this study, g-C3N4 nanosheets were controllably modified with nano-sized poly(3-thiophenecarboxylic acid) (PTA) and coordinated with Fe(III), forming tightly contacted nanoheterojunctions. The resulting optimized nanoheterojunction exhibited a significant enhancement in visible-light photocatalytic H2 evolution activity. The improved photoactivity was attributed to the promoted charge separation and transfer of high-energy electrons, dependent on hydrogen bond interaction and coordination with Fe(III).
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Donghui Hu, Tao Song, Amir Zada, Rui Yan, Zhijun Li, Ziqing Zhang, Ji Bian, Yang Qu, Liqiang Jing
Summary: In this study, a phase-mixed Bi3.2Mo0.8O7.5-Bi2MoO6 S-scheme nanosheet heterojunction with a size of about 4 nm was synthesized using a microwave-assisted hydrothermal method. The heterojunction was further modified with two-layered iron phthalocyanine (FePc) and graphene oxide (G), resulting in an interface-modulated dual S-scheme ultrathin heterojunction (FePc/G/2.7BMO). The optimized heterojunction demonstrated significantly improved visible-light activity for tetracycline degradation, which was attributed to enhanced charge separation and extended wide visible-light response facilitated by the formed heterojunction and the Fe-N-4 sites on FePc.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE-NANO
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Meihui Lu, Aichen Dong, Xinyang Li, Xuanqi Liu, Ziqing Zhang, Tao Tian, Liqiang Jing
Summary: This study successfully combined ultrathin layered Cu-TCPP MOFs with g-C3N4 nanosheets using ethanol dispersion technique, creating a highly active nano-composite photocatalyst. The study provides insights into the potential processes of charge transfer and separation.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Shilin Kang, Zhijun Li, Zhikun Xu, Ziqing Zhang, Jianhui Sun, Ji Bian, Linlu Bai, Yang Qu, Liqiang Jing
Summary: In this study, mixed-valence CuPc/graphene/g-C3N4 ultrathin heterojunctions were constructed, which showed significantly improved photocatalytic activity for CO2 reduction. The introduced graphene played a dual-functional role, increasing the optimized amount of CuPc and enhancing the electron transfer from UCN to CuPc, resulting in the creation of active catalytic sites. This work provides a feasible strategy for the preparation of rational heterojunctions for high-efficiency solar-driven CO2 reduction.
CATALYSIS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yilin Wang, Zhenlong Zhao, Rui Sun, Ji Bian, Ziqing Zhang, Liqiang Jing
Summary: In this study, TiO2-modulated T-TP/PDI organic nano-heterojunctions were fabricated for CO2 reduction, exhibiting exceptional photoactivity. The enhanced photocatalytic activity can be attributed to the accelerated charge transfer and separation resulting from the constructed Z-scheme nano-heterojunctions with intimate interfacial interactions and the introduced energy platform TiO2.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Haiyue Liu, Xiaoyu Chu, Linlu Bai, Zhaodi Yang, Yuming Jiao, Wensen Li, Yanhong Zhang, Liqiang Jing
Summary: This study demonstrates a novel strategy for the rational development of g-C3N4-based photocatalysts for selective aerobic alcohol oxidation. By assembling sub-nanoscale nickel phthalocyanine-iron phthalocyanine J-type aggregates on boron-doped g-C3N4, dimension-matched heterojunctions are obtained, resulting in enhanced photoactivity and selectivity due to wide-spectrum light absorption and facilitated charge separation. The synergy of the two phthalocyanines also promotes catalytic O2 reduction to produce reactive oxygen radicals.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xinjia Zhang, Yanduo Liu, Liqiang Chen, Zhijun Li, Wei Wu, Ji Bian, Liqiang Jing
Summary: An integrative Z-scheme heterojunction of ultrafine Ag-modulated FePc/porous Ti(HPO4)(2) nanosheet (FePc/Ag/TiP NS) with extended spectrum response is designed for efficient CO oxidation. The enhanced photoactivity is attributed to accelerated Z-scheme charge transfer and the presence of well-defined Fe2+ ion and extended visible light response. The interfacial modulation of ultrafine Ag embedded in TiP NS enables the directional migration of electrons and the controllable assembly of FePc, resulting in strengthened charge transfer. The activated O-2 by Fe-N-4 sites in FePc reacts with CO adsorbed on TiP NS to produce CO2.
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)
