Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Caiyue Wen, Xiao Li, Ruixuan Zhang, Chunyang Xu, Wenbin You, Zhengwang Liu, Biao Zhao, Renchao Che
Summary: This study successfully assembled double-shell MXene@Ni microspheres using a spheroidization strategy to improve microwave absorption performance. The structure offers massive accessible active surfaces and the introduction of Ni nanospikes provides additional magnetic loss capacity.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Shenlong Zhao, Yongchao Yang, Zhiyong Tang
Summary: Studying the structure-activity correlations of electrocatalysts is crucial for improving the conversion of electrical to chemical energy. Recent evidence obtained through operando characterization techniques shows that the structural evolution of catalysts, caused by their interaction with electric fields, electrolytes, and reactants/intermediates, leads to the formation of real active sites. It is therefore important to summarize the research advances in structural evolution and envision future developments. In this Minireview, the fundamental concepts associated with structural evolution, the triggers of this evolution, and advanced operando characterizations are discussed. The reversibility of structural evolution in heterogeneous electrocatalysis, with a focus on the oxygen evolution and CO2 reduction reactions, is also highlighted. Finally, the key challenges and opportunities in this exciting field are presented.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Panbo Liu, Yi Wang, Guozheng Zhang, Ying Huang, Ruixuan Zhang, Xianhu Liu, Xuefeng Zhang, Renchao Che
Summary: Hierarchical double-shelled nanotubes (DSNTs) exhibit efficient microwave absorption due to their desirable heterogeneous interfaces, multiple magnetic heteroatomic components, and hollow hierarchical microstructures.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xu Cheng, Aiwen Lei, Tian-Sheng Mei, Hai-Chao Xu, Kun Xu, Chengchu Zeng
Summary: This review presents recent advances in electrochemical homogeneous catalysis, with a focus on electrochemical noble-transition-metal catalysis, photoelectrochemical catalysis, and electrochemical enantioselective catalysis. The topics discussed include the mechanism of noble metal catalysts in the presence of cathodic hydrogen evolution, the enhancement of redox properties in photocatalysis, and the regulation of enantioselectivity in catalytic electrochemical reactions.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yan Fang, Yuxin Liu, Lu Qi, Yurui Xue, Yuliang Li
Summary: Graphdiyne (GDY), as a new member of carbon allotropes, possesses unique chemical and electronic structures and has found applications in energy, catalysis, environmental science, and electronic devices. It has been recognized for its scientific value and development potential.
CHEMICAL SOCIETY REVIEWS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Nan Zhang, Tao Deng, Shuoqing Zhang, Changhong Wang, Lixin Chen, Chunsheng Wang, Xiulin Fan
Summary: This article presents a comprehensive research on the key factors contributing to the poor low-temperature performance of LIBs and proposes strategies and solutions to improve it.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Nicholas E. S. Tay, Dan Lehnherr, Tomislav Rovis
Summary: Redox processes play a crucial role in synthetic methods involving electrochemistry and photoredox catalysis. Both approaches offer access to high energy intermediates that allow for unconventional bond formations. However, while they provide similar intermediates, electrochemistry and photoredox catalysis differ in their physical chemistry principles. Understanding these differences is essential for designing new transformations and bond disconnections.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Cheng-Fei Li, Ling-Jie Xie, Jia-Wei Zhao, Lin-Fei Gu, Hai-Bo Tang, Lirong Zheng, Gao-Ren Li
Summary: This study demonstrates the integration of Fe dopant and interfacial FeOOH into Ni-MOFs, forming Fe-O-Ni-O-Fe bonding, which elucidates the remarkable electrocatalytic performance of Ni-MOFs. The Fe-O-Ni-O-Fe bonding facilitates the distorted coordinated structure of the Ni site and regulates the adsorption behavior of key intermediates. The Fe-doped-(Ni-MOFs)/FeOOH with interfacial Fe-O-Ni-O-Fe bonding exhibits superior catalytic performance for OER with low overpotential and excellent stability.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Chenyang Jia, Yuxin Guo, Fu-Gen Wu
Summary: Chemodynamic therapy (CDT) is a novel cancer treatment strategy that generates hydroxyl radicals in the tumor region using Fenton or Fenton-like reactions. It has advantages such as low side effects, independence from external stimulation, modulation of the tumor microenvironment, and low treatment cost. CDT can also be combined with other therapies to enhance anticancer effects.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Shiquan Lin, Xiangyu Chen, Zhong Lin Wang
Summary: Interfaces between a liquid and a solid are crucial in various scientific fields. Recent studies have found that electron transfer plays a dominant role in the formation of the charge layer at the interface. This review discusses the importance of electron transfer in liquid-solid contact electrification and introduces the triboelectric nanogenerator technique as a tool for probing charge transfer at such interfaces.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ahmed I. Osman, Neha Mehta, Ahmed M. Elgarahy, Mahmoud Hefny, Amer Al-Hinai, Ala'a H. Al-Muhtaseb, David W. Rooney
Summary: Hydrogen, also known as dihydrogen, is increasingly recognized as a clean and reliable energy source for various industries. Its production methods are diverse, with water electrolysis being a common method. Storing hydrogen underground can effectively shift energy from off-peak periods to peak periods to meet demand.
ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY LETTERS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Amit Kumar, Prosenjit Daw, David Milstein
Summary: This article reviews recent developments of homogeneous catalysts in emerging applications of sustainable energy, with a focus on hydrogen storage, the methanol economy, and the production of conventional fuels from biomass or lower alkanes. Additionally, the production of ethylene glycol from CO and H-2 is discussed, with particular emphasis on well-defined transition metal complexes, such as pincer complexes, due to their high activity and well-studied mechanisms.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Md. Mominur Rahman, Md. Saidur Rahaman, Md. Rezaul Islam, Firoza Rahman, Faria Mannan Mithi, Taha Alqahtani, Mohannad A. Almikhlafi, Samia Qasem Alghamdi, Abdullah S. Alruwaili, Md. Sohel Hossain, Muniruddin Ahmed, Rajib Das, Talha Bin Emran, Md. Sahab Uddin
Summary: Inflammation is a natural protective mechanism, but excessive inflammation can contribute to various diseases. Phenolic compounds can inhibit pro-inflammatory mediators and enzymes, and they also possess antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. They have been utilized for the treatment of different human ailments.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Shenghua Chen, Wen-Hao Li, Wenjun Jiang, Jiarui Yang, Jiexin Zhu, Liqiang Wang, Honghui Ou, Zechao Zhuang, Mingzhao Chen, Xiaohui Sun, Dingsheng Wang, Yadong Li
Summary: This study introduces an efficient CO2RR electrocatalyst with NHC-coordinated Cu SAS embedded in MOF, which exhibits high CH4 FE and TOF, attributed to the σ donation of NHC and the porosity of the catalyst.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Fabio Julia, Timothee Constantin, Daniele Leonori
Summary: This review focuses on the importance and application of halogen-atom transfer (XAT) in synthetic chemistry, particularly its impact on photochemistry and photocatalysis. The material is organized based on mechanistic aspects and the nature of reagents used in halogen abstraction. The aim is to provide a general overview of fundamental concepts and key agents involved in XAT processes to facilitate the development of new synthetic radical strategies.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Guangbao Wu, Rui Liang, Mingzheng Ge, Guoxing Sun, Yuan Zhang, Guichuan Xing
Summary: 3D perovskite solar cells face challenges in surface defects and material interplay. 2D perovskites provide better stability as a protective barrier. Surface passivation using 2D perovskites enables higher efficiency and stability.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Charlotte Vogt, Bert M. Weckhuysen
Summary: Catalysis is essential in chemistry, enabling the production of various goods and facilitating the shift towards a renewable and circular society. This article explores the concept of active sites in catalysis, discussing different approaches and comparing catalytic concepts from enzymatic and homogeneous catalysis. It highlights the challenge of defining active sites in solid catalysts and emphasizes the need to tailor their functioning according to different parameters.
NATURE REVIEWS CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Huibin Zhang, Junye Cheng, Honghan Wang, Zehao Huang, Qingbin Zheng, Guangping Zheng, Deqing Zhang, Renchao Che, Maosheng Cao
Summary: VB-Group NbS2 nanosheets prepared through a facile one-step solvothermal method exhibit remarkable electromagnetic wave absorption performance, showing tunable absorbing frequency bands (C-, X-, and Ku-bands) and the ability to adjust performance by changing material contents.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Fernando Soto, Emil Karshalev, Fangyu Zhang, Berta Esteban Fernandez de Avila, Amir Nourhani, Joseph Wang
Summary: In the past 15 years, the field of microrobotics has experienced explosive growth, and smart materials have played a crucial role. The future efforts in microrobotics will focus on propulsion and biocompatibility, cooperation between individual units and human operators, and intelligence.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lu Yang, Jiangshan Feng, Zhike Liu, Yuwei Duan, Sheng Zhan, Shaomin Yang, Kun He, Yong Li, Yawei Zhou, Ningyi Yuan, Jianning Ding, Shengzhong (Frank) Liu
Summary: A novel compound HADI was designed to improve the efficiency and stability of flexible perovskite solar cells, showing significant roles in surface modification, passivation, and charge transfer. PSCs based on HADI-SnO2 electron transport layer exhibited outstanding performance.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2022)
