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Environmental Sciences
Xian Liu, Xiaoya Li, Lei Zhu, Xun Wang
Summary: The research shows that MI-Ag-TiO2 prepared by one-step molecular imprinting method has excellent photocatalytic performance, with high degradation efficiency for ethyl paraben, and higher selectivity compared to other catalysts.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
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Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Esra Aslan, Maharram Zarbali
Summary: In this study, Sb2S3 films were prepared by dip coating method at different temperatures, and photodetectors were also prepared using these films. The results show that the coating temperature significantly affects the crystallization and photoelectric properties of the films.
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Polymer Science
Hartina Mohd Yusop, Annur Isma Husna Mohd Ismail, Wan Norfazilah Wan Ismail
Summary: A new biopolymer-silica hybrid material composed of inulin and TEOS was successfully synthesized via sol-gel method for use as an adsorbent. Analysis using FTIR, EDX, FESEM, XRD, BET, and TGA confirmed the strong interaction between inulin and TEOS, optimal morphology and characteristics for absorption properties, mesoporous structure, and thermal stability of the composite material.
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Engineering, Environmental
Xiang Bai, Caixia Zhu, Yierxiati Dilixiati, Xing Fan, Xing-Lei Wang, Miao Du, Zhi-Xiong Huang, Xiao-Yan He, Xing-Long Wu
Summary: In this study, LiCrTiO4 nanoparticles with/without carbon layer were successfully prepared and used as cathodes for hybrid magnesium-lithium ion batteries. The nanoparticles with carbon layer exhibited high reversible capacity, excellent rate performance, and ultra-stable cycling stability. The improved electrochemical performance was attributed to the enhanced conductivity and ion diffusion rate, as well as the decreased polarization value induced by the carbon coating layer with a higher surface area. This study demonstrates a promising application of LCTOC in the fabrication of advanced HMLBs.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
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Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Mehrdad Malekshahi, Samad Sabbaghi, Kamal Rasouli
Summary: Ceramic membranes with high heat and chemical resistance are essential in the nanofiltration process under harsh conditions. In this study, alumina-titania composite ceramic membranes with a gamma-alumina interlayer were fabricated using sol-gel and dip coating techniques for salt rejection. The membranes exhibited crack-free surfaces after calcination at 450°C. XRD analysis revealed the crystal structure of the membranes. The rejection rate of chlorine was pH-dependent. This research provides a composite ceramic nanofiltration membrane for high-pressure desalination, and the membrane's surface remained unchanged after five cycles, making it a promising candidate in the wastewater treatment field.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2022)
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Chemistry, Applied
Nadia H. Elsayed, Raedah A. S. Alatawi, M. Monier
Summary: The ion-imprinting strategy was used to develop a UO2(II) imprinted sorbent that can selectively remove UO2(II) ions from water. The sorbent showed high selectivity in multi-ionic solutions and maintained a high efficiency even after multiple regeneration and reuse cycles.
CARBOHYDRATE POLYMERS
(2021)
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Polymer Science
Keke Zhi, Zhe Li, Han Luo, Yitong Ding, Feiyan Chen, Yongxiang Tan, Hongrui Liu
Summary: In this study, a molecularly imprinted polymer (MIP) was synthesized using quercetin as the template and characterized. The MIP showed high selectivity and specific recognition towards quercetin, with an adsorption capacity of above 90% after five regeneration cycles, indicating potential application for selective adsorption of quercetin.
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Optics
Wenfeng Sun, Xia Xiang, Bo Li, Xiang Dong, Xiaolong Jiang, Haijun Wang, Wei Liao, Xiaotao Zu
Summary: A recycling strategy involving ion beam removal and recoating of sol-gel film on fused silica surface is presented, which maintains or even enhances the performance of the original coated fused silica, verifying the effectiveness of this recycling method.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Vanessa R. A. Ferreira, Manuel A. Azenha, Carlos M. Pereira, Antonio F. Silva
Summary: This study demonstrated for the first time the possibility of generating organically modified hollow TiO2 microspheres via a simple sol-gel synthesis, and made significant progress in selective adsorption and molecular imprinting.
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Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Fengqin Yin, Yeling Mo, Xueting Liu, Yuxuan Pang, Xiuxiu Wu, Liling Hao, Jingsong Yu, Fei Xu
Summary: The As(V) ion surface imprinted polymer (S-IIP) was synthesized successfully and showed excellent adsorption performance and regeneration ability. It also demonstrated impressive adsorption selectivity and sensitivity in actual water samples.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2022)
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Polymer Science
Gizem Ozge Kayan, Asgar Kayan
Summary: Two novel inorganic-organic hybrid materials, Al-Pydca-3-APDEMS-H and Zr-Pydca-3-APDEMS-H, were prepared by the sol gel method and used for the removal of methylene blue dye. The hybrid materials were characterized by various analysis methods.
JOURNAL OF INORGANIC AND ORGANOMETALLIC POLYMERS AND MATERIALS
(2021)
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Environmental Sciences
Syed Irfan, Sadaf Bashir Khan, Su Shiung Lam, Hwai Chyuan Ong, Muhammad Aizaz Ud Din, Fan Dong, Deliang Chen
Summary: Increasing water pollution is a severe problem in industrialized countries. Nanomaterials have the potential to efficiently remove organic pollutants. Co-doped bismuth ferrite nanostructures show high efficiency in eliminating acetophenone from pharmaceutical wastewaters. This research highlights the importance of co-doped bismuth ferrite photocatalysts in treating industrial wastewater.
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Polymer Science
Sebastien Issa, Roselyne Jeanne-Brou, Sumit Mehan, Didier Devaux, Fabrice Cousin, Didier Gigmes, Renaud Bouchet, Trang N. T. Phan
Summary: New single-ion hybrid electrolytes with high ionic conductivity and stability have been synthesized via an original and simple synthetic approach. These electrolytes feature highly delocalized anions and mechanically reinforced matrix, making them promising for various applications.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zhaolu Liu, Yongjie Cao, Hao Zhang, Jie Xu, Deqiang Zhao, Nan Wang, Guangyu Cheng, Yirong Zhou, Yao Liu, Junxi Zhang
Summary: In this study, mesoporous iron-based phosphate materials have been synthesized and applied in sodium-ion batteries, demonstrating improved rate capability and cycle life through increased reactive sites and accelerated ion migration.
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2022)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Narges Shaabani, Nora W. C. Chan, Abebaw B. Jemere
Summary: An electrochemical sensor for selective and sensitive detection of the drug naloxone was developed using molecular imprinting and sol-gel techniques. The sensor showed excellent linear response and detection limit for NLX, as well as good selectivity and reproducibility. It demonstrated successful application in measuring NLX in synthetic urine samples with high recoveries.
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Engineering, Environmental
Xinping Zhang, Yuxin Guo, Xiaoyang Liu, Shun-Yu Wu, Ya-Xuan Zhu, Shao-Zhe Wang, Qiu-Yi Duan, Ke-Fei Xu, Zi-Heng Li, Xiao-Yu Zhu, Guang-Yu Pan, Fu-Gen Wu
Summary: This study develops a nanotrigger HCFT for simultaneous photodynamic therapy and light-triggered ferroptosis therapy. The nanotrigger can relieve tumor hypoxia, induce enhanced photodynamic reaction, and facilitate the continuation of Fenton reaction, ultimately leading to lethal ferroptosis in tumor cells.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
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Engineering, Environmental
Olumide Bolarinwa Ayodele, Toyin Daniel Shittu, Olayinka S. Togunwa, Dan Yu, Zhen-Yu Tian
Summary: This study focused on the semihydrogenation of acetylene in an ethylene-rich stream using two alloyed Pt catalysts PtCu and PtCo. The PtCu catalyst showed higher activity and ethylene yield compared to PtCo due to its higher unoccupied Pt d-orbital density. This indicates that alloying Pt with Cu is more promising for industrial relevant SHA catalyst.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
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Engineering, Environmental
Guowei Chen, Wen-Cheng Chen, Yaozu Su, Ruicheng Wang, Jia-Ming Jin, Hui Liang, Bingxue Tan, Dehua Hu, Shaomin Ji, Hao-Li Zhang, Yanping Huo, Yuguang Ma
Summary: This study proposes an intramolecular dual-locking design for organic luminescent materials, achieving high luminescence efficiency and performance for deep-blue organic light-emitting diodes. The material also exhibits unique mechanochromic luminescence behavior and strong fatigue resistance.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
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Engineering, Environmental
Joren van Stee, Gregory Hermans, Jinu Joseph John, Koen Binnemans, Tom Van Gerven
Summary: This work presents a continuous solvent extraction method for the separation of cobalt and nickel in a millifluidic system using Cyphos IL 101 (C101) as the extractant. The optimal conditions for extraction performance and solvent properties were determined by investigating the effects of channel length, flow rate, and temperature. The performance of a developed manifold structure was compared to a single-channel system, and excellent separation results were achieved. The continuous separation process using the manifold structure resulted in high purity cobalt and nickel products.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
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Engineering, Environmental
Yan Xu, Jingai Jiang, Xinyi Lv, Hui Li, Dongliang Yang, Wenjun Wang, Yanling Hu, Longcai Liu, Xiaochen Dong, Yu Cai
Summary: A programmed gas release nanoparticle was developed to address the challenges in treating diabetic infected wounds. It effectively removes drug-resistant pathogens and remodels the wound microenvironment using NO and H2S. The nanoparticle can eliminate bacteria and promote wound healing through antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
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Engineering, Environmental
Tong Xia, Zhilin Xi, Lianquan Suo, Chen Wang
Summary: This study investigated a highly efficient coal dust suppressant with low initial viscosity and high adhesion-solidification properties. The results demonstrated that the dust suppressant formed a network of multiple hydrogen bonding cross-linking and achieved effective adhesion and solidification of coal dust through various chemical reactions.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
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Engineering, Environmental
Jinzhi Cai, Zhenshan Li
Summary: A density functional theory-based rate equation was developed to predict the gas-solid reaction kinetics of CaO carbonation with CO2 in calcium looping. The negative activation energy of CaO carbonation close to equilibrium was accurately predicted through experimental validation.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
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Engineering, Environmental
Jianxiong Chen, Fuhao Ren, Ningning Yin, Jie Mao
Summary: This study presents an economically efficient and easily implementable surface modification approach to enhance the high-temperature electrical insulation and energy storage performance of polymer dielectrics. The self-assembly of high-insulation-performance boron nitride nanosheets (BNNS) on the film surface through electrostatic interactions effectively impedes charge injection from electrodes while promoting charge dissipation and heat transfer.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
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Engineering, Environmental
Zijian Li, Zhaohui Yang, Shao Wang, Hongxia Luo, Zhimin Xue, Zhenghui Liu, Tiancheng Mu
Summary: This study reports a strategy for upgrading polyester plastics into value-added chemicals using electrocatalytic methods. By inducing the targeted transfer of *OH species, polyethylene terephthalate was successfully upgraded into potassium diformate with high purity. This work not only develops an excellent electrocatalyst, but also provides guidance for the design of medium entropy metal oxides.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
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Engineering, Environmental
Navneet Singh Shekhawat, Surendra Kumar Patra, Ashok Kumar Patra, Bamaprasad Bag
Summary: This study primarily focuses on developing a sulphur dyeing process at room temperature using bacterial Lysate, which is environmentally friendly, energy and cost effective, and sustainable. The process shows promising improvements in dye uptake and fastness properties.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
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Engineering, Environmental
Dengjia Shen, Hongyang Ma, Madani Khan, Benjamin S. Hsiao
Summary: This study developed cationic PVC nanofibrous membranes with high filtration and adsorption capability for the removal of bacteria and hexavalent chromium ions from wastewater. The membranes demonstrated remarkable performance in terms of filtration efficiency and maximum adsorption capacity. Additionally, modified nanofibrous membranes were produced using recycled materials and showed excellent retention rates in dynamic adsorption processes.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
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Engineering, Environmental
Xiaoyan Wang, Zhikun Wang, Ben Jia, Chunling Li, Shuangqing Sun, Songqing Hu
Summary: Inspired by photosystem II, self-supported Fe-doped NiCoP nanowire arrays modified with carboxylate were constructed to boost industrial-level overall water splitting by employing the concerted proton-coupled electron transfer mechanism. The introduction of Fe and carboxyl ligand led to improved catalytic activity for HER and OER, and NCFCP@NF exhibited long-term durability for overall water splitting.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
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Engineering, Environmental
Pengyao Yu, Ge Yang, Yongming Chai, Lubomira Tosheva, Chunzheng Wang, Heqing Jiang, Chenguang Liu, Hailing Guo
Summary: Thin LTA zeolite membranes were prepared through secondary growth of nano LTA seeds in a highly reactive gel, resulting in membranes with superior permeability and selectivity in gas separation applications.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
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Engineering, Environmental
Baiqin Zhou, Huiping Li, Ziyu Wang, Hui Huang, Yujun Wang, Ruichun Yang, Ranran Huo, Xiaoyan Xu, Ting Zhou, Xiaochen Dong
Summary: The use of machine learning to predict the performance of specific adsorbents in phosphate adsorption shows great promise in saving time and revealing underlying mechanisms. However, the small size of the dataset and insufficient detailed information limits the model training process and the accuracy of results. To address this, the study employs a fuzzing strategy that replaces detailed numeric information with descriptive text messages on the physiochemical properties of adsorbents. This strategy allows the recovery of discarded samples with limited information, leading to accurate prediction of adsorption amount, capacity, and kinetics. The study also finds that phosphate uptake by adsorbents is generally through physisorption, with some involvement of chemisorption. The framework established in this study provides a practical approach for quickly predicting phosphate adsorption performance in urgent scenarios, using easily accessible information.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)
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Engineering, Environmental
Paula Alejandra Lamprea Pineda, Joren Bruneel, Kristof Demeestere, Lisa Deraedt, Tex Goetschalckx, Herman Van Langenhove, Christophe Walgraeve
Summary: This study evaluates the use of four esterified fatty acids and three vegetable oils as absorption liquids for hydrophobic VOCs. The experimental results show that isopropyl myristate is the most efficient liquid for absorbing the target VOCs.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2024)