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Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Haote Liu, Lin Cao, Xiao Wang, Congjie Xu, Haoling Huo, Bixia Jiang, Hong Yuan, Zhidan Lin, Peng Zhang
Summary: The study aims to enhance the feasibility of early diagnosis of Parkinsonism by preparing CGTX-IX composite hydrogels. These hydrogels show good mechanical properties, electrical conductivity, and adhesion, and can effectively detect human movements and actions.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY C
(2023)
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Chemistry, Applied
Yan Zhou, Xiaocheng Zhang, Yaohui Cheng, Jinming Zhang, Qinyong Mi, Chunchun Yin, Jin Wu, Jun Zhang
Summary: In this study, a rapid benzoylation reaction of cellulose was achieved in an ionic liquid, with a newly discovered anion-tunnel transfer effect. The resulting cellulose tribenzoates showed excellent solubility, allowing accurate determination of the molecular weight parameters by gel permeation chromatography.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2022)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Xiangli Gao, Huan Liu, Jianbo Shuai, Junmeng Zhao, Guowen Zhou, Quanbo Huang, Hao Ling, Wenjiao Ge, Xiaohui Wang
Summary: A novel ionic liquid, [DBUC8]Cl, was synthesized and found to have stronger alkalinity than other imidazolyl ionic liquids, enabling more efficient dissolution of cellulose. Highly substituted cellulose acetate (CA) was successfully synthesized under mild conditions without the use of a catalyst, and a transparent cellulose acetate film (CAF) was obtained. The new DBU-derived ionic liquid offers a versatile platform for sustainable and efficient production of cellulose-derived bioplastics.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Review
Polymer Science
Bernardo Araldi da Silva, Ricardo de Sousa Cunha, Alexsandra Valerio, Agenor De Noni Junior, Dachamir Hotza, Sergio Yesid Gomez Gonzalez
Summary: Electrospun materials, with their high porosity, large surface-to-volume ratio, and superior mechanical performance, are ideal for cutting-edge applications. Ionic liquids are emerging as a greener solvent option, while cellulose, as a feedstock polymer, offers advantages for various applications including water treatment, healthcare, and energy storage.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2021)
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Polymer Science
Sonia Bujok, Jakub Peter, Martin Halecky, Petra Ecorchard, Aneta Machalkova, Gabriela Santos Medeiros, Jiri Hodan, Ewa Pavlova, Hynek Benes
Summary: This study prepared sustainable nanocomposites by introducing ZnO nanoparticles into a PCL matrix, which significantly improved the properties of the nanocomposite film, including mechanical, thermal and barrier properties, with antimicrobial and biodegradation effects.
POLYMER DEGRADATION AND STABILITY
(2021)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Ahmed Salama
Summary: The synthesis and characterization of a novel cellulose derivative as a sustainable adsorbent for cationic and anionic dyes are described. The cellulose derivative demonstrated efficient adsorption for methylene blue and methyl orange removal.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Daisuke Higai, Kihoon Kim, Changmin Lee, Eika W. Qian
Summary: A novel and eco-friendly method for direct graphite exfoliation using 1-allyl-pyridinium-based ionic liquids and high-power microwave irradiation was developed. The exfoliated graphene showed improved adsorption on the graphite surface due to the combination of cations and anions in the ILs. The resulting solid acid catalysts exhibited high catalytic activity for the saccharification of cellulose, surpassing several commercial catalysts.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRESS & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY
(2023)
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Materials Science, Paper & Wood
Xingmei Lu, Shujun Xu, Jiazhen Chen, Liufang Ni, Xiaojuan Ma, Shilin Cao, Haili Gao
Summary: The hydrogen bond theory was proposed to explain cellulose dissolution in ionic liquids with different alkyl chain anions. The length of the hydrogen bonds between cation and anion is the most important factor for determining the polarity parameter beta value of the ionic liquid and governing cellulose dissolution.
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Chemistry, Physical
Sohail Yasin, Munir Hussain, Qiang Zheng, Yihu Song
Summary: The study demonstrates that ionic liquid can improve the dispersion of cellulosic nanofillers and enhance the mechanical strength of vulcanizates. As the concentration of cellulosic nanofillers and ionic liquid increases, the viscoelastic rheological behavior of the vulcanizates is also affected.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2021)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Hansol Lee, Andrew Erwin, Madeline L. Buxton, Minkyu Kim, Alexandr V. Stryutsky, Valery V. Shevchenko, Alexei P. Sokolov, Vladimir V. Tsukruk
Summary: Shape-persistent and conductive ionogels with enhanced mechanical strength and ionic conductivity are developed using a multiphase material composed of cellulose nanocrystals and hyperbranched polymeric ionic liquids. These ionogels possess outstanding mechanical strength and high compressive elastic modulus, while preserving the high ionic conductivity of original ionic liquids. The synergistic enhancement in ion transport and solid-like mechanical properties make these ionogels promising candidates for sustainable electrodeless energy storage and harvesting matrices.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Enrique Marquez-Rios, Miguel Angel Robles-Garcia, Francisco Rodriguez-Felix, Jose Antonio Aguilar-Lopez, Francisco Javier Reynoso-Marin, Jose Agustin Tapia-Hernandez, Francisco Javier Cinco-Moroyoqui, Israel Ceja-Andrade, Ricardo Ivan Gonzalez-Vega, Arturo Barrera-Rodriguez, Jacobo Aguilar-Martinez, Edgar Omar-Rueda-Puente, Carmen Lizette Del-Toro-Sanchez
Summary: This study reports the impact of ionic liquids (ILs) in the production of nanofibers from cellulose bagasse. The results showed that nanofibers prepared with ILs exhibited improved thermal properties and physical interaction with cellulose. This offers new alternatives for cellulose bagasse with potential applications in various industries.
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Engineering, Environmental
Katarzyna Glinska, Jaume Gitalt, Esther Torrens, Natalia Plechkova, Christophe Bengoa
Summary: In recent years, the use of ionic liquids for dissolving lignocellulosic biomass, particularly corn stover, has gained attention. Five designed ILs were able to dissolve cellulose in corn stover under mild conditions, with one IL showing the highest dissolution efficiency. Imidazolium ILs were found to be more effective in ash removal from corn stover compared to tetra-alkyl-phosphonium ILs.
PROCESS SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
(2021)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Binqi Wang, Yi Nie, Zhaoqing Kang, Xue Liu
Summary: Fabricating regenerated cellulose fibers using ionic liquids is a novel and green technology. The study of the regenerated fiber forming mechanisms in conditions relevant to fiber spinning processes is necessary and meaningful. The effect of coagulating conditions on the properties of regenerated fibers was investigated, and the results indicated that regenerated cellulose fibers eventually developed differences in their internal structure and mechanical properties due to the different diffusion rates between spinning solution and coagulation bath. The surfaces of the regenerated cellulose fibers were homogeneous, indicating their potential in the application of textile fabrics.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Hongwei Zhu, Mai Zhang, Fubing Zou, Fazhou Wang, Chuanlin Hu
Summary: This study investigates the effect of magnesium ion doping on C-S-H/PCE nanocomposites. The results show that appropriate magnesium ions can improve the stability of the nanocomposites and enhance their accelerating effect on early cement hydration. The magnesium ions displace calcium ions and promote the absorption of PCE. Additionally, the incorporation of magnesium ions leads to the formation of two unique morphologies of nanocomposites.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CERAMIC SOCIETY
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Wei-dong Zhang, Yan Li, Ke Wang, Ye Yue, Mei Tie, Xue-jun Gu, You-lin Xue
Summary: This study used ionic liquids to extract cellulose-protein complexes (CPCs) from Se-enriched peanut leaf residue and compared the effects of different ionic liquids and organic solvents on the properties of CPCs.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2022)
