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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yiwan Huang, Longya Xiao, Ju Zhou, Tao Liu, Yongqi Yan, Shijun Long, Xuefeng Li
Summary: This study introduces a strategy to fabricate strong and tough PA hydrogels through a secondary equilibrium approach that enhances the network structure by the synergy of ionic and metal-ligand bonds. The method is proven to be applicable to different PA gel systems and diverse multivalent metal-ions, with stable ion-conductivity making it suitable for strain sensors.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2021)
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Polymer Science
Chenming Li, Rajesh Bhandary, Anja Marinow, Stephanie Bachmann, Ann-Christin Poeppler, Wolfgang H. Binder
Summary: This study investigates the influence of an ionic liquid environment on the stability of ureidopyrimidinone hydrogen bonds. The results show that while the hydrogen bonds are sensitive to high temperatures, they remain highly stable in the presence of the ionic liquid.
MACROMOLECULAR RAPID COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Chenming Li, Rajesh Bhandary, Anja Marinow, Dmitrii Ivanov, Mengxue Du, Rene Androsch, Wolfgang H. Binder
Summary: In this work, a novel electrolyte with self-healing properties was synthesized using polymeric ionic liquids and quadrupolar hydrogen-bonding moieties. The electrolyte exhibited excellent thermal stability and ionic conductivity, with the molecular weight influencing the ultimate strength and self-healing efficiency.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lei Peng, Lei Hou, Peiyi Wu
Summary: Photonic ionic elastomers (PIEs) with multiple signal outputs are challenging to fabricate with mechanical robustness, good ionic conductivity, and brilliant structure color. This study introduces the synergistic effect of lithium and hydrogen bonds into a PIE, leading to enhanced mechanical strength and toughness. The PIEs also exhibit synchronous electrical and optical output under mechanical strains and extraordinary stability under extreme conditions. This work offers a promising molecular engineering route for high-performance photonic ionic conductors in advanced ionotronic applications.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Yuqing Wu, Tianqi Liu, Yunqi Shi, Huiliang Wang
Summary: This study presents a strategy to prepare hydrogels with high mechanical strength by drying reactive polymers at elevated temperatures. The mechanical properties of the hydrogels can be adjusted by controlling drying temperature and PAA content. The crosslinking nature of the hydrogels is confirmed through experimental measurements.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jingyu Ren, Jie Li, Lei Lv, Jian Wang
Summary: Ionic liquids (ILs) are a promising type of extractant for removing undesirable organics, and regenerated successfully through ozonation in this study. Phenol was efficiently degraded in [Bmim]BF4 by ozone treatment, demonstrating ILs' stability and recycling capability. The hydrogen bonds between [Bmim](+) and O-3 enhanced phenol degradation efficiency by increasing nucleophilicity, showing ILs' potential for synergistic removal of organics.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Polymer Science
Chengfei Yue, Changkun Ding, Ning Yang, Ying Luo, Jieliang Su, Lele Cao, Bowen Cheng
Summary: In this study, collagen/cellulose nanofibril composite films were fabricated using solution casting and solvent evaporation. The composite films showed excellent mechanical strength, thermal stability, bioactivity, and antimicrobial activity, making them promising for tissue engineering and regenerative medicine applications.
EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yonggan Yan, Jun Huang, Xiaoyong Qiu, Dexuan Zhuang, Hanlian Liu, Chuanzhen Huang, Xunwei Wu, Xin Cui
Summary: This study successfully developed a strong adhesive for underwater applications and investigated its adhesion mechanisms. The adhesive exhibited strong adhesion on various substrates through a combination of chemical crosslinks, hydrogen bonds, and other physical interactions. The curing temperature and salt concentration in the aqueous solution were found to influence the adhesion properties of the adhesive.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Wenwen Niu, Qiong Tian, Zhiyuan Liu, Xiaokong Liu
Summary: A solvent-free supramolecular ion-conductive elastomer (SF-supra-ICE) is developed by encapsulating an ionizable compound with a biocompatible polymer via high-density hydrogen bonds. The SF-supra-ICE exhibits excellent biocompatibility, high ionic conductivity, and skin-like softness, and can be used to create customizable on-skin bioelectronics.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Prashasti Kumar, Pratul K. Agarwal, Matthew J. Cuneo
Summary: Hydrogen plays a central role in biology, but due to difficulties in precisely determining its location, research on short hydrogen bonds has been controversial. Studies suggest that unique hydrogen bonds play a special role in biology.
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Wenyan Wang, Xingfeng Lei, Xiaowei He, Zongxu Liu, Chunmei Li, Yanhui Chen, Baolei Zhu, Qiuyu Zhang
Summary: By doping an ionic conductor into acid-hydrolyzed copolymer, we have successfully developed an elastic material with superior ductility and excellent electrical conductivity, suitable for use in touch sensors and strain sensors.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Senbin Chen, Zeke Li, Yanggui Wu, Nasir Mahmood, Frederic Lortie, Julien Bernard, Wolfgang H. Binder, Jintao Zhu
Summary: This study developed a new type of high-performance adhesive using a synthetic strategy and hydrogen bonding interactions, which has a wide range of industrial applications.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jianing Yang, Qiuchen Xu, Yiteng Zheng, Zhangmin Tian, Yingying Shi, Chenxu Ma, Guiying Liu, Bin Peng, Zhen Wang, Wenjun Zheng
Summary: In this study, a facile and large-scale synthesis of high-concentration 1T-TMDs using an ionic liquid assisted hydrothermal strategy was reported. It was found that the ionic liquid adsorbs on the surface of 1T-MoS2, inducing the formation of 1T-MoS2 through steric hindrance, pi-pi stacking, and hydrogen bonds. The obtained MoS2-IL showed high stability for 180 days at room temperature and exhibited excellent HER performance in acid conditions.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zhihao Li, Lixin Song, Xiaoru Wang, Jida Niu, Qingbiao Wang, Lin Li, Xiaofang You
Summary: The molecular configuration of [C8mim]FeCl4 was synthesized using quantum chemical simulation, and Magnetic ionic liquid (MIL) was used to modify coal for improved swelling efficiency. MIL was found to disrupt weak interactions between coal molecules, leading to changes in pore structure and surface morphology, resulting in improved coal quality.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Kai Sheng, Dan Li, Yong Kang
Summary: A series of novel deep eutectic solvents (DESs) composed of equimolar solid ionic compounds were developed for SO2 absorption, exhibiting high absorption capacity and reversibility. The solubilities of SO2 in these DESs were found to be the highest reported values under certain conditions.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2021)
