Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Le-Xi Zhang, Ming-Mei Zhao, Yan-Yan Yin, Yue Xing, Li-Jian Bie
Summary: Comprehensive consideration of both structural and electronic sensitization is essential for the rational design and assembly of high-performance gas sensors based on metal oxides. In this study, hierarchically mesoporous ZnO nanosheets were synthesized and investigated for their gas sensing properties towards formaldehyde. The ZnO nanosheets showed enhanced sensing performance compared to commercial ZnO nanoparticles, mainly attributed to their surface defects, grain boundaries, and unique structural advantage.
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Crystallography
Kloudene A. Salazar, Verdad C. Agulto, Melvin John F. Empizo, Keito Shinohara, Kohei Yamanoi, Toshihiko Shimizu, Nobuhiko Sarukura, Allan Christopher C. Yago, Pinit Kidkhunthod, Suchinda Sattayaporn, Vallerie Ann Samson, Roland Sarmago
Summary: The successful doping of iron (III) in hydrothermal-grown zinc oxide microrods led to more intense and sharper emissions, as well as shorter emission lifetimes. Fe3+ was incorporated in a specific geometry, altering the defect structure effectively.
JOURNAL OF CRYSTAL GROWTH
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Shankari Nadupalli, Sergej Repp, Stefan Weber, Emre Erdem
Summary: This study investigates the intrinsic defect structure of ZnO and its influences. The results demonstrate that the concentration and position of intrinsic defects in ZnO can be tuned by changing the nanocrystal size, while emissions can be tuned by post-annealing treatments.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Ying Gao, Bin Chen, Marcus Vinicius Tavares da Costa, Hongqi Dai, Farsa Ram, Yuanyuan Li
Summary: Functional metal oxide particles, such as ZnO, are often added to polymers to create flexible polymer composites with good mechanical properties. In this study, ZnO microrods were prepared in the presence of cellulose nanofibrils (CNF), resulting in a layered composite structure. The stress transfer and mechanical properties of the composite were investigated using digital image correction and computational homogenization methods. The in-situ preparation of ZnO microrods led to a homogeneous distribution in the CNF matrix, unlike other methods that require external means like ultrasonication. The composites also showed potential for use as physiological motion sensors for human health monitoring.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
M. Buryi, Z. Remes, V Babin, A. Artemenko, S. Chertopalov, J. Micova
Summary: The effect of hydrogen and oxygen plasma treatment on ZnO:Er nano-and microrods was studied, with hydrogen treatment improving the exciton-related luminescence band and oxygen treatment leading to the appearance of Er2O3 crystalline phase. The distribution of Er3+ and the creation of new point defects were affected by both treatments.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2022)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
YaChao Wang, Mingrui Xu, JiangPing Zhao, A. Xin
Summary: In this study, nano-ZnO/melamine polyphosphate co-doped silica fume-based geopolymer composite coatings were fabricated for flame-retarding plywood. The results showed that an appropriate dosage of nano-ZnO enhanced flame retardancy by initiating the formation of ceramic-like Si/C/P residues. This study provides an efficient approach for recycling metallurgical solid waste and quantitatively probing the Si/C/P residues.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Crystallography
Yuchuan Ding, Liyan Niu, Yong Chen, MaoHua Wang
Summary: Zinc oxide materials doped with varying carbon contents were successfully synthesized, resulting in ZnO samples with a hexagonal wurtzite structure. The crystallite size increased as the carbon doping increased. The sample size was approximately 400-500 nm, and the doped samples exhibited carbon microsphere adhesion. Furthermore, the optical band gap value decreased from 3.16 to 2.79 eV with increasing carbon doping, indicating a decreasing trend. Raman spectroscopy revealed that increased carbon doping led to a decrease in crystal quality and oxygen vacancy concentration. Photoluminescence spectroscopy showed that all ZnO samples contained oxygen vacancy defects and deep-level double ionized oxygen vacancies. The carbon-doped samples exhibited an increase in the proportion of interstitial zinc (Zn-i) defects and a decrease in the O-Zn concentration of substitutional defects.
CRYSTAL RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Optics
Mohd Hafiz Jali, Hazli Rafis Abdul Rahim, Md Ashadi Md Johari, U. U. M. Ali, Siti Halma Johari, Habibah Mohamed, Sulaiman Wadi Harun, M. Yasin
Summary: An enhanced formaldehyde sensor using a microsphere resonator and zinc oxide nanorods coated glass was developed, showing improved sensitivity and resolution compared to traditional methods. The sensor combines high energy density behavior of the microsphere resonator with robust chemisorption on the ZnO nanorods surface, providing excellent results for formaldehyde sensing applications.
OPTICS AND LASER TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
H. M. Badran, Kh. M. Eid, H. O. Al-Nadary, H. Y. Ammar
Summary: This work presents the investigation of the adsorption properties of the CH2O molecule on the Be12O12 nano-cage using DFT-D3 calculations. Multiple analyses such as PDOS, NBO atomic charges, charge density difference, and QTAIM analyses were performed. The study examines the impact of solvent, external static electric field (EF), and concentration of CH2O. The results suggest that the Be12O12 nano-cage is a promising sensor for formaldehyde gas, with the adsorption energy and HOMO-LUMO gap controlled by various factors.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Mahendra Kumar Gora, Arvind Kumar, Sanjay Kumar, Jagdish Nehra, Banwari Lal Choudhary, Satya Narain Dolia, Rishi Kumar Singhal
Summary: In this study, Cu-doped ZnO nanoparticles were synthesized and investigated to explore the mechanism of room-temperature ferromagnetism in these dilute magnetic semiconductors. The results showed that the 2% Cu-doped sample exhibited the highest oxygen vacancies and saturation magnetization. UV spectroscopy indicated a reduced band gap upon Cu doping. Photoluminescence spectroscopy and XPS results revealed the presence of defect-related states associated with Cu doping. The induced magnetization in the Cu-doped nano-crystalline samples was proposed to be caused by the exchange interactions between Cu2+ ions and oxygen vacancies.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE-MATERIALS IN ELECTRONICS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ahmad Umar, Ahmed A. Ibrahim, Rajesh Kumar, Hassan Algadi, Hasan Albargi, Mabkhoot A. Alsairi, Mohsen A. M. Alhmami, Wen Zeng, Faheem Ahmed, Sheikh Akbar
Summary: This paper presents the synthesis, morphology characterization, structural properties, and gas sensing applications of ZnO nanoflowers and CdO-ZnO nanorices. The CdO-ZnO nanorices-based gas sensor demonstrates higher response towards formaldehyde gas compared to ZnO nanoflowers, indicating enhanced selectivity.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yufu Zhu, Jiaying Yan, Lei Zhou, Liangdong Feng
Summary: This paper demonstrates the synthesis of rhombic ZnO microrods surrounded by ZnO nanorods on zinc foils using a hydrothermal method. Photocatalytic degradation of Rhodamine B solution was employed to evaluate the photocatalytic performance of the fabricated samples. The hierarchical micro/nanostructures formed by ZnO nanorods surrounding the surfaces of rhombic ZnO microrods exhibited superior photocatalytic performance compared to rhombic Zn(OH)F and ZnO microrods. The enhanced performance can be attributed to the larger surface area of the hierarchical ZnO micro/nanostructures. Additionally, the ZnO nanorods grown on the rhombic ZnO microrods demonstrated recyclability and relatively stable photocatalytic performance.
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Chemistry, Analytical
Alfred Bekoe Appiagyei, Jeong In Han
Summary: A trifunctional flexible sensor was fabricated on a polyethylene terephthalate (PET) fiber surface with excellent electrical properties and temperature coefficient resistance. It showed outstanding performance in measuring glucose concentration, resistance to oxidation of interfering biomolecules, and pH sensitivity.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Sangita Bhowmick, Rajib Saha, Madhuri Mishra, Ankita Sengupta, Sanatan Chattopadhyay, Subhananda Chakrabarti
Summary: The impact of oxygen concentration on the structural, optical properties, and device performance of Ga2O3 thin film was investigated by controlling the oxygen flow rate during deposition. Higher oxygen flow rate led to poorer crystalline quality, increased film roughness, and introduction of defects. Decreasing oxygen concentration resulted in an increase in optical bandgap, a decrease in blue band contribution, and reduced defect concentration, surface roughness, and interface states. These findings are significant for improving the quality of Ga2O3 films and their applications in device fabrication.
MATERIALS TODAY COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
B. Sankara Reddy, B. Sreenivasulu, N. Koteeswara Reddy, S. Venkatramana Reddy, P. Bharath Kumar
Summary: In this study, energetic ultraviolet light-emitting ZnO nanoparticle powders were developed by co-doping single and bivalent metal ions. The analysis showed that the ZnO nanoparticle powders exhibited an enhanced optical band gap and decreased particle size with increased metal ions doping concentrations.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE-MATERIALS IN ELECTRONICS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Yan-Yan Yin, Le-Xi Zhang, Heng Xu, Yue-Cheng Jian, Meng-Jun Zhang, Li-Jian Bie
Summary: In this study, a new CP material CdTMA was successfully synthesized and explored as an impedimetric humidity sensing material, showing high sensitivity, good repeatability, fast response, and narrow hysteresis loop. The humidity sensing mechanism was discussed through complex impedance analysis, and the interaction between water molecules and CdTMA at different RH was further visualized by schematic diagrams.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Gui-Nian Li, Xing-Yan An, Le-Xi Zhang, Yue Xing, Li-Jian Bie
Summary: Polycrystalline Co3O4 nanoparticles synthesized by hydrothermal method with calcination show promising gas sensing properties towards ammonia, with high selectivity, good repeatability, and long-term stability. The enhanced sensing performance is mainly attributed to the high Co3+ concentration and abundant doubly ionized oxygen vacancies in the nanoparticles.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Hao Dong, Le-Xi Zhang, Heng Xu, Yan-Yan Yin, Yi-Fei Liu, Li-Jian Bie
Summary: Function-oriented design of coordination polymers is an attracting topic for exploring their practical applications, such as gas/humidity sensing. This study successfully synthesized a new one-dimensional coordination polymer and found that it exhibits excellent humidity sensing performance. The polymer shows high response, fast response, small hysteresis, and good repeatability.
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Li-Yuan Xiao, Le-Xi Zhang, You-Ning Kang, Yan-Yan Yin, Zi-Yuan Yuan, Teng Ma, Lan-Xun Li, Cong-Yuan Luo, Yang Liu, Yi-Mei He, Li-Jian Bie
Summary: A new binuclear complex {[Cd(phen)(2)(H2O)] . (TMA)(2-)}(2) has been synthesized and it can undergo single-crystal-to-single-crystal (SCSC) transformation to a new mononuclear complex [Cd(phen)(3)] . 2(HTMA)(-) . H(2)TMA} by a simple in-situ solvent evaporation method at room temperature without changing the reaction system.
ZEITSCHRIFT FUR ANORGANISCHE UND ALLGEMEINE CHEMIE
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Hui Yang, Ming-Mei Zhao, Lan Li, Le-Xi Zhang
Summary: ZnO nanomaterials have been widely used for gas sensors due to their structural flexibility, earth abundance, and environmental friendliness. This study found that ZnO nanorods with a high amount of doubly positively charged oxygen vacancies showed superior gas sensitivity towards xylene, while Ga doping reduced the number of these vacancies and resulted in worse sensing performance. Therefore, doubly positively charged oxygen vacancies play a crucial role in the gas sensing performance of metal-oxide semiconductors.
ACS APPLIED NANO MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zhen-Peng Cui, Le-Xi Zhang, Heng Xu, Yan-Yan Yin, Bo Tang, Li-Jian Bie
Summary: By using a single-site-ion strategy, the metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are improved to achieve U-DPA-Zn material with significantly enhanced humidity sensing performance. U-DPA-Zn exhibits the highest sensitivity, best linearity, shortest response recovery time, and smallest hysteresis. It also shows great potential in monitoring human respiration and water evaporation on human skin, and provides a new strategy to improve the humidity sensitivity of pure MOFs.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Le-Xi Zhang, Ming-Mei Zhao, Yan-Yan Yin, Yue Xing, Li-Jian Bie
Summary: Comprehensive consideration of both structural and electronic sensitization is essential for the rational design and assembly of high-performance gas sensors based on metal oxides. In this study, hierarchically mesoporous ZnO nanosheets were synthesized and investigated for their gas sensing properties towards formaldehyde. The ZnO nanosheets showed enhanced sensing performance compared to commercial ZnO nanoparticles, mainly attributed to their surface defects, grain boundaries, and unique structural advantage.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Yue Xing, Le-Xi Zhang, Cheng-Tao Li, Yan-Yan Yin, Li-Jian Bie
Summary: Hierarchical SnO2 microflowers assembled by polycrystalline nanosheets were successfully synthesized and decorated with Pt nanoparticles to improve gas sensing properties. Pt/SnO2 nanosheets exhibited higher response value and shorter response/recovery time compared to pure SnO2, attributed to the unique hierarchical structure and abundant oxygen defects induced by Pt-decoration.
SENSORS AND ACTUATORS B-CHEMICAL
(2022)
Article
Spectroscopy
Qian Wang, Jing-Yi Liu, Tian-Tian Wang, Yuan-Yuan Liu, Le-Xi Zhang, Jian-Zhong Huo, Bin Ding
Summary: A unique cluster-based nano-porous luminescent zinc(II) metal-organic framework has been synthesized using a flexible multi-dentate ligand. The framework exhibits strong fluorescent emissions and shows highly sensitive luminescence sensing capabilities towards anthrax biomarker dipicolinic acid and Cr2O72- ions. This material can be used for the sensitive detection of environmental pollutants and biomarker molecules.
SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA PART A-MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Xing-Yan An, Le-Xi Zhang, Yue Xing, Yan-Yan Yin, Cheng-Tao Li, Li-Jian Bie
Summary: In this study, BaTiO3 nanorods, nanowires, and micron particles were successfully synthesized using the molten salt synthesis method. The synthesized BaTiO3 samples were assembled into impedimetric humidity sensors, and their performance was systematically tested. The BaTiO3 nanorod humidity sensor showed the fastest response-recovery times and the smallest hysteresis, indicating its potential in human respiratory monitoring.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Yi-Fei Liu, Cheng-Tao Li, Le-Xi Zhang, Meng-Xiao Chong, Li-Jian Bie
Summary: In this study, a lead-free halide perovskite Cs2InCl5(H2O) was synthesized and explored for humidity-sensing. The Cs2InCl5(H2O) sensor showed excellent performance in the relative humidity range of 11% to 97%, including high sensitivity, fast response, small hysteresis, and good long-term stability. The humidity sensing mechanism was determined using impedance spectra and equivalent circuits, revealing the role of charge carriers at different humidity levels. This work provides an efficient sensing candidate for moisture detection and offers a new strategy for the utilization of halide perovskites in high-performance sensory devices.
SCRIPTA MATERIALIA
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Yan-Yan Yin, Le-Xi Zhang, Xing-Yan An, Chao-Jie Wang, Qing-Qian Zhang, Li-Jian Bie
Summary: In this study, all-inorganic lead-free halide perovskites Cs2SnX6 (X = Cl, Br, I) were synthesized using a simple room-temperature precipitation method. Material characterization revealed the presence of halogen vacancies, which contribute to their sensing capabilities. As room-temperature formaldehyde (HCHO) sensing materials, Cs2SnX6 showed varying sensitivities, with Cs2SnI6 exhibiting excellent selectivity, high response, short response/recovery time, good repeatability, and long-term stability. The sensing mechanism for HCHO was investigated, and it was found that the rich iodine vacancies on the Cs2SnI6 surface facilitated the oxidation of HCHO molecules. This work provides a promising candidate for practical HCHO detection at room temperature and offers insights for designing halide perovskites for future sensory devices.
SCRIPTA MATERIALIA
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Hao Dong, Le-Xi Zhang, Heng Xu, Yan-Yan Yin, Xing-Bai Zhao, Li-Jian Bie
Summary: Coordination polymers (CPs) are emerging as the next generation of macromolecule materials in many industrial and technological applications, such as gas/humidity sensing. In this contribution, a new one dimensional (1D) CP with excellent humidity sensing performance and stability has been successfully synthesized.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Heng Xu, Le-Xi Zhang, Yue Xing, Yan-Yan Yin, Bo Tang, Li-Jian Bie
Summary: To mitigate the greenhouse effect, it is necessary to improve crude oil recovery and convert carbon dioxide into valuable chemicals. The study focuses on the development of efficient oil-displacing agents and CO2 conversion catalysts. The results show that Cu- or Zn-based molecular complexes with specific structures exhibit higher catalytic activity, and the presence of multi-dimensional structures and hydrophilic-hydrophobic layers enhances the reaction efficiency.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ke Zhao, Le-Xi Zhang, Heng Xu, Yi-Fei Liu, Bo Tang, Li-Jian Bie
Summary: In this study, ultrafine Pd nanoparticles were prepared using a single-ion precursor on a MOF-808 carrier, and a Pd-nano@MOF-808-Pza catalyst for hydrogenation reactions was obtained. The Pd-nano@MOF-808-Pza showed excellent catalytic activity in various reactions and density functional theory calculations provided insights into the chelation mechanism of Pd2+ ions on MOF-808.
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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)
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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)
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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)
